Robbe Bernard is a Belgian student of International Journalism with a strong interest in travel and transport, particularly aviation. He likes to write articles about mobility and travel-related topics and enjoys exploring new countries and cultures in his spare time.
A proposal to allow visitors to bring their own food and drinks onto private beaches in Italy’s southern region of Puglia has sparked criticism from beach […]
Salzburg has introduced a summer driving ban for most tourists entering its historic centre, becoming the latest European destination to curb traffic congestion and the effects […]
The Canary Islands are launching a new fund for sustainability that will be supported by visitor contributions, but, unlike the destinations around the world and the […]
As places around the world grapple with overtourism, with destinations as diverse as Venice and Mount Fuji introducing access fees, one village in Asia has hit […]
Noise complaints by local residents have caused the Belgian city of Bruges to take measures against loudspeakers used by tourist boats. The ban is set to […]
Tourism initiatives restoring forests, supporting regenerative agriculture, promoting cultural heritage and creating opportunities for disadvantaged communities were recognised at the ICRT Europe Responsible Tourism Forum and […]
Day trippers to Venice, Italy, could find themselves charged up to €50 for the privilege if proposals to tackle overtourism by the city’s new mayor, Simone […]
In 23 June 2026, the Europe Responsible Tourism Forum and Awards will be hosted at the Press Club Brussels Europe by the International Centre for Responsible […]
Amsterdam has unveiled a sweeping new strategy to curb overtourism, proposing a gradual increase in its tourist tax to 20% by 2030, the closure of the […]
Shibuya ward in Tokyo has introduced on-the-spot fines for littering as it responds to growing pressure from rising visitor numbers and increasing waste in public spaces. […]
Ulva, a small island off the west coast of Scotland, will stop receiving visitors on Sundays this summer after an unexpected rise in tourism. The decision […]
Responsible trips operator Intrepid Travel has released a new range of days out in Barcelona, Paris, and Venice, promising to take visitors off the well-trodden paths. Developed by Intrepid’s local teams, the new ‘Uncommon Day […]
Australia is set to increase exit fees for anyone leaving the country in 2027. The announcement, made as part of the new federal budget, has sparked […]
When holidaymakers picture a Hawaiian island vacation, it may start with a flower garland (“lei”) greeting and being handed a colourful cocktail to enjoy on a […]