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Gondolier in Venice Attacked By Tourists Who Wanted to Take a Selfie

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 09/17/2019 - 13:20

A gondolier working near the Bareteri bridge in Venice was attacked by a South-American tourist. The dispute broke out after the gondolier asked the tourist’s…

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Tourist crowds sit on Spanish Steps in Rome

Sitting on Rome's Spanish Steps Is Now Forbidden

by Silvia Donati | Wed, 08/07/2019 - 10:40

[You may not see this ever again.] Tourists and residents in Rome are no longer allowed to sit on the Spanish Steps, the effect of a new set of rules…

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German tourists in Venice make coffee at Rialto Bridge by Grand Canal

Tourists in Venice Fined and Expelled for Making Coffee by Rialto Bridge

by Silvia Donati | Wed, 07/24/2019 - 04:38

[Photo credit: Comune Venezia.] Police in Venice have fined two German tourists a total of €950 for making coffee on the steps of the Rialto bridge, Venice’s…

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Tourist crowds in front of the Trevi Fountain in Rome

New Rules Introduced in Rome Target Inconsiderate Behaviors of Tourists and Residents

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 07/09/2019 - 00:00

It may seem silly having to instruct people to refrain from certain behaviors, when common sense and good manners would suffice to prevent them from happening…

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A walking trail in the Cinque Terre Park

Tourists Wearing Inappropriate Footwear on Cinque Terre Trails Will Be Fined

by Silvia Donati | Wed, 03/13/2019 - 01:00

Tourists who visit the Cinque Terre Park wearing flip flops, sandals, pumps or other shoes unsuitable for mountain terrain will be fined starting April 1, 2019…

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Venice May Charge Entry Fee to Day Travelers

by Silvia Donati | Wed, 01/02/2019 - 05:55

Our first news story of 2019 will infuriate some, please others. Let us know what you think in comments and on our social media channels. Venice has been…

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Venice May Ban Tourists from Sitting on the Ground

by Silvia Donati | Wed, 09/26/2018 - 00:00

Sitting on the ground in Venice could become illegal if the latest proposal meant to curb the effects of overtourism is approved by the city council in October…

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Florence Bans Tourists from Eating on the Streets of Historic Center

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 09/06/2018 - 04:51

Florence is banning tourists from picnicking on the sidewalk and on shop doorsteps at mealtimes. Those who don’t comply with the ordinance, signed by mayor…