Record tourism figures in 2023
In 2023, Italy achieved record tourism figures with over 134 million arrivals and 451 million overnight stays in accommodation facilities.
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Italy’s Tourism and Wedding Sectors Set for Record Growth
Italy’s tourism sector is poised for an exceptional summer, with an estimated 216 million overnight stays at official accommodation facilities expected between June and August, according to a survey by Florence’s Tourism Study Centre (Centro Studi Turistici).
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Emilia-Romagna turning tourism green
Emilia-Romagna, a picturesque region in northern Italy, has firmly positioned itself as a leader in sustainable and green tourism. Renowned for its landscapes, Emilia-Romagna is now drawing attention for its innovative green tourism initiatives and commitment to eco-friendly practices.
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Venice takes over €700,000 in first 8 days of charge
In the eight days since the implementation of the Venice charge for day-trippers, the city has already amassed the projected revenue for the entire three-month duration of the trial initiative.
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Overtourism in Florence: Can we turn the tide?
The problem of overtourism in Italy is on everybody’s tongues recently, but most loudly, after Venice, is the voice of Florence. From an ex-director of the Uffizi promising to rid the city of burger vans if he becomes mayor in June, to the director of the Accademia bemoaning the exploitation of David, it’s been a […]
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How did the first day of the day-tripper charge in Venice go?
On the first day of Venice’s new day-tripper charge for entering the city, there were protests from residents and some confusion at checkpoints. Overall, the mayor hailed it a success.
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The Accademia in Florence – the real experience
In a recent article in the Guardian, director of the Accademia in Florence Cecilie Hollberg claimed her museum offers “a high-quality experience”. Not so, say the tour guides who are in the museum almost every day.
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One-way ticket for hiking in Cinque Terre
The Cinque Terre hiking route, popular with so many tourists both Italian and foreign, will be one way over the coming weekend. Hikers will only be able to walk from Monterosso to Vernazza, not in the opposite direction.
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Lake Como considering daytripper fee to curb overtourism
Lake Como, known for its glitz and glamour, is besieged by tourism. The third largest lake in Italy has approximately 1.4 million visitors flocking to its shores annually.
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The White Lotus has positive impact on tourism
Tourism Minister Daniela Santanchè announced on Thursday that the second season of the acclaimed HBO dark comedy The White Lotus, which takes place in Taormina, Sicily, significantly boosted flights from the US to Italy by 205%.
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