Francis’ Argentine friend also praised the pope’s support for civil partnerships - though Francis remains opposed to same-sex ...
The famous Italian city sees 20 million visitors every year, so it's no wonder it's feeling the strain of overtourism.
A tourism tax has already been introduced in Venice, with a €5 (£4.30) a night fee put on visitors' bills if they're visiting ...
Venice has introduced new rules in a continued attempt to tackle over-tourism in the historic city centre as it clamps down ...
Venice has introduced new rules that ban loudspeakers and limit tour group sizes to 25 people in an effort to curb the impact ...
Gondolas bowing and swaying. Pigeons prowling and seagulls scavenging. Water flapping and lapping from gentle to furious. Sinew-straining ...
Pope Francis published a letter to mark the 80th anniversary of the vow made in Rome in front of the Marian icon 'Salus ...
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Among the many masterpieces at the famous Florentine museum, there is this work by the great Russian artist. But how did it end up there?
The world's most well-known attractions and landmarks attract millions of visitors each year between them, but their popularity is something that has taken time. Whether due to design disagreements, ...
As she settles into her final act, Diane von Furstenberg looks back on a life of love, sex and money. “I will laugh when I ...
The legion of food has finally invaded Planet Earth, conquering and subjugating the human species since the dawn of the 21st ...