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Rude Travel by Vir Sanghvi: Puglia is all charm, no crowd
If Italy is shaped like a boot, Puglia sits at the heel. The little region packs a lot, and sees fewer tourists. So, each day is a new adventure
Updated on May 02, 2025 03:42 PM IST
Feast on a frittelle or explore a hidden palace: Top 10 things to do in Venice
Venice is one of the most extravagant and magical cities in the world. Here are the top 10 must-do experiences to make your trip unforgettable.
Updated on Apr 21, 2025 01:42 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Venice to host Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sanchez's $500-million superyacht wedding
The multi-billionaire's wedding with Sanchez, a former journalist, will reportedly take place in Venice between June 24 and 26.
Published on Mar 30, 2025 10:11 AM IST
Venice issues statement on Jeff Bezos wedding: 'Speculations and fake news’
Venice says it will host Bezos wedding and denies reports of possible disruptions for the city
Updated on Mar 30, 2025 07:42 AM IST
AP |
Will Lauren Sanchez take Jeff Bezos' last name after their long-awaited wedding?
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are getting married this summer in Venice, Italy, almost two years after becoming engaged in May 2023.
Published on Mar 24, 2025 03:44 PM IST
Venice extends tourist tax for 2025: Here's what day trippers need to know
Venice is one of the world's top tourist destinations but many residents say it is drowning under weight of crowds; Italian city expands entry fee for tourists.
Updated on Feb 11, 2025 03:05 PM IST
AFP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz
Meet 58-year-old Monica Poli known for fighting crime on the streets of Venice
Monica Poli, a Venetian volunteer, warns tourists of pickpockets, tackling rising petty crime while gaining global recognition.
Published on Dec 13, 2024 05:35 PM IST
Simran singh
Rude Hotels by Vir Sanghvi: The keys to an epic stay
Tokyo, Bangkok, Venice, Paris, Cairo. Top hotels everywhere are levelling up rooms, views, service and experiences. This is where to check in on your next trip
Updated on Dec 06, 2024 04:17 PM IST
Venice's La Fenice opera house cancels opening night due to strike
ITALY-VENICE/LA FENICE-STRIKE (PIX):Venice's La Fenice opera house cancels opening night due to strike
Published on Nov 21, 2024 07:34 PM IST
Reuters |
Venice extends day-tripper tax through next year, doubling fee for last-minute visitors
Venice extends day-tripper tax through next year, doubling fee for last-minute visitors
Updated on Oct 24, 2024 05:36 PM IST
AP |
9 gorgeous car-free cities around the world
On September 22, cities across the globe celebrate World Car-Free Day encouraging people to give up cars for a day.
Updated on Sep 22, 2024 10:18 AM IST
Anand Mahindra’s Venice tour: Gelato served with katoris of condiments and unfor
Anand Mahindra recently visited Venice and detailed about his experience in the city on social media.
Published on Sep 16, 2024 06:51 PM IST
Polka dots for Fall? Lady Gaga hints at a maximalist Autumn/Winter 2024 up ahead
Lady Gaga's fashion has had many phases with elements of retro forever being a recurring theme. Her Venice Film Festival look begs one question...
Published on Sep 03, 2024 04:51 PM IST
Angelina-Nicole body-shamed online after Venice Film Festival; fans comment
The Venice Film Festival took a controversial turn as Angelina Jolie and Nicole Kidman faced a wave of online body shaming after their appearances
Published on Aug 31, 2024 07:18 PM IST
Aadrika Sominder
Angelina Jolie might move out of Los Angeles: I have to be here from a divorce
In a recent interview, Hollywood actor Angelina Jolie expressed her desire to spend a lot of time in Cambodia after moving out of Los Angeles.
Published on Aug 30, 2024 09:56 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Sugandha Rawal
Venice Film Festival: Ortega-Ryder's red carpet moment shows Gen X, Gen Z divide
As Gen Z actors enter the industry they're rewriting the rules of celebrity culture. Their approach signals a broader shift, let's decode it
Published on Aug 30, 2024 05:42 PM IST
Aadrika Sominder
The Roman tradition which inspired Zuckerberg's 7ft backyard statue of his wife
Mark Zuckerberg has taken 'happy wife happy life' a little too seriously with a 7-foot receipt to show for it. Side Note: The Romans did it first
Published on Aug 15, 2024 06:55 PM IST
Rethinking travel: How to avoid being a 'bad tourist' this summer
Is the industry’s biggest and buzziest woe a challenge or an opportunity? Some smart change-makers see it as the latter.
Published on Aug 12, 2024 05:04 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz
New tourist limit of 25 people in a group gets warm welcome in Venice
Venice is limiting the size of tourist parties to 25 people in the latest attempt to reduce the impact of crowds on the lagoon city.
Published on Aug 02, 2024 05:06 PM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Venice
DYK: Tiramisu's cocoa-powder dusted legacy originated in an 18th century brothel
The father of Tiramisu, Roberto Linguanotto, passed away at 81, leaving behind 'the world's most famous dessert', the legacy of which goes back a few centuries
Updated on Aug 02, 2024 02:37 PM IST
Mass tourism sparks rise in locals' resentment
Protests against mass tourism are growing in many popular European destinations.
Published on Jul 26, 2024 12:36 PM IST
Deutsche Welle | Posted by Tapatrisha Das
Venice nets $2.2 million in day-tripper tax pilot. Opponents say it failed to deter visitors
Venice nets $2.2 million in day-tripper tax pilot. Opponents say it failed to deter visitors
Updated on Jul 14, 2024 06:06 PM IST
AP |
Venice launches five-euro entry fee to ease the pressure of mass tourism
Under a trial system, the Venice Access Fee is being introduced on 29 busy days throughout 2024, mostly weekends from May to July. Thursday is a public holiday.
Published on Apr 25, 2024 02:31 PM IST
AFP | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi
Venice to charge day-trip fee from this week in bold move to tackle overtourism
In world first, Venice to charge visitors with day-trip entry fee from this week to curb mass tourism
Published on Apr 23, 2024 12:10 PM IST
AFP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz
Barcelona Is Throwing Tourists Under the Bus
No one likes overcrowding, but cities should be careful not to make things too difficult for visitors.
Updated on Apr 23, 2024 10:29 AM IST
Bloomberg |
Choctaw artist Jeffrey Gibson is first Native American to represent the US solo at Venice Biennale
Choctaw artist Jeffrey Gibson is first Native American to represent the US solo at Venice Biennale
Published on Apr 18, 2024 05:44 PM IST
AP |
Venice introduces access fee to tackle tourist overcrowding in historic centre
Venice introduces a new access fee to manage tourist crowds starting April 25, promising smooth implementation and a lighter touch for visitors.
Published on Apr 05, 2024 09:23 AM IST
AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri
Venice introduces day-trip tickets to address overtourism challenges
Venice introduces daily tickets to tackle overtourism. Visitors entering the old city centre between April 25 and July 14 will need a five-euro ticket.
Published on Jan 17, 2024 03:11 PM IST
AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri
Guest practices: Towns around the world are turning tourists politely away
Is there a way to save a place from its own beauty before it is all gone? We could learn from approaches in use in Venice, Vermont, Austria, Athens, Mallorca.
Updated on Jan 13, 2024 03:42 PM IST
Anesha George
Venice moves to limit tourist groups to 25 people starting this summer
In a bid to limit inbound footfall in the historic canal city, Venice will soon cap the number of individuals allowed on group tours to combat overtourism.
Published on Jan 04, 2024 04:43 PM IST
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