Venice
Rumors about a breakup between singer Katy Perry and actor Orlando Bloom are gaining momentum. The couple, engaged since 2019, is experiencing serious difficulties, as evidenced by statements from close friends and Perry's absence of her engagement ring.
Protests against excessive tourism took place in Spain, Italy, and Portugal. Demonstrators are demanding a rethinking of the economic model that fuels the housing crisis.
MHP became a partner of the Ukrainian pavilion at the Venice Architecture Biennale.
Director Alexander Payne will head the jury of the 82nd Venice Film Festival, which will take place from August 27 to September 6. The artist called it a great honor and joy.
George Clooney confessed that he and his wife, Amal, have never argued and even jokingly look for a reason to do so. He added that he feels like the luckiest man in the world because of his wife.
From April 19, Venice is again charging an entry fee for tourists. Those who book tickets less than three days in advance will pay twice as much. The fee will be in effect for 54 days.
Tourism in Europe is leading to a housing shortage, displacing locals. In Italy, Portugal, and Spain, city residents are protesting to ban Airbnb-like rental platforms.
Lauren Sanchez shared an enigmatic post following news of her upcoming wedding to Jeff Bezos. The couple is planning a lavish wedding in Venice this summer.
Ukrainian soldier Yanis Tereshchenko, while on vacation in Venice, provided first aid to a man with a stab wound. The Mayor of Venice awarded him for his heroic act.
The STS spoke about unique taxes in different countries. Venice levies a tax for the shadow from awnings and canopies, while Poland taxes property owners for rainwater.
Florence authorities are stepping up the fight against excessive tourism due to the growing number of visitors. The city bans key boxes, loudspeakers for tour guides, and “atypical vehicles.
Venice authorities are increasing the number of days with paid entrance to the historic center.
The Prague authorities have banned organized night tours of pubs for tourist groups from 22:00 to 6:00. The decision was made due to complaints from residents about noise and garbage and security problems in the city center.
The city of Venice has limited the size of tourist groups to 25 people and banned the use of loudspeakers by guides. Violators face fines of 25 to 500 euros.
Venice has introduced a €5 tourist tax for one-day visitors. During the 29 days of the test project, the city received 2.4 million euros in revenue from more than 485 thousand tourists.
The first beach recreation area was opened in the village of Prymorske, Izmail district, Odesa region, and the town of Vilkovo, known as "Ukrainian Venice," is also open to tourists this summer.
The authorities of the Odessa region are studying the possibility of opening a tourist route "Ukrainian Venice" in the city of Vilkovo, which will allow you to make excursions and health trips to the area known for its nature, fruits and warmer climate than Odessa.
Odessa region is preparing for the beach season, said RMA chairman Oleg Kiper.
In the last month alone, the enemy fired over 1,600 missiles, drones and artillery at peaceful cities, killing 171 civilians.
Venice earned 975,000 euros ($1. 1 million) from ticket sales in the first 11 days after introducing a 5 euro entrance fee for day-trippers on the busiest days.
Pope Francis made his first trip outside of Rome in 7 months, visiting Venice for a day, where he raised issues such as the war in Ukraine, called for negotiated peace and encouraged young people to help others.
Today, March 26, all cocktail lovers can join the World Vermouth Day. The event was founded by the famous bartender and vermouth producer Giancarlo Mancino.
Today, on February 8, all lovers who want to unite their fates forever can join the World Marriage Proposal Day. The event originated in India but has become quite popular in many countries around the world.