Serbia experienced a 4.3% increase in retail sales in June compared to the previous year, alongside a 1.7% rise in tourist numbers. Both domestic and foreign tourism saw growth, with Russians and Turks being the most numerous international visitors.

Residents of Bourton-on-the-Water, a scenic Cotswolds village, are seeking to ban coaches and charge tourists to protect their village from becoming 'Blackpool-on-the-Water'. However, Independent readers are divided on their stance.

An article reflects on the public's reaction to a recent "noisy Italian students" incident in Thailand, comparing its handling to another tourist-related event. It voices misgivings about how the situation unfolded.

Former Peruvian president Ollanta Humala has been released from jail after his 15-year sentence for money laundering, alongside his wife, was overturned.

Major British tour operators TUI and Jet2 are set to expand their presence in Larnaca for the 2027 tourist season, adding the district to their programmes in a significant boost for local tourism.

Police in South Iceland have arrested six Romanian nationals suspected of carrying out a series of pickpocketing offences targeting tourists at some of the country’s busiest attractions.

A hotel receptionist in Nha Trang is under investigation for allegedly renting a motorbike to an intoxicated Russian tourist who subsequently caused a fatal accident, killing a pedestrian.

The unchecked practice of tourists feeding rabbits on Japan's Okunoshima, known as Rabbit Island, has led to an overwhelming increase in their population, creating severe ecological concerns and altering animal behaviors.

Peru's Constitutional Court has ruled that the 15-year sentence for former President Ollanta Humala in the Odebrecht corruption scandal is invalid, ordering his release and annulling the entire proceedings.

La Fortuna, Costa Rica, showcases a successful model where a community association manages a waterfall, making it a top-rated tourist site and inspiring other towns.

Former Peruvian president Ollanta Humala has been released from custody after his conviction for money laundering, for which he was sentenced to 15 years last year, was overturned.

Peru's newly inaugurated president, Keiko Fujimori, has indicated her government's intention to intensify strategic ties with the United States, including joining Trump's 'Shield of the Americas' coalition.

Critically endangered sawfish are being targeted for their unique rostrums, which are carved into spurs for illegal cockfighting, particularly in Peru, devastating their populations.

L'Oustau de Baumanière, a renowned Provençal landmark, is highlighted for its unique blend as a world-class restaurant and a tourist complex carved into rock. The establishment is led by Jean-André Charial.

Cuba is taking steps to implement an economic overhaul, including easing land-use restrictions, allowing businesses to import fuel and medications, and authorizing private tourist companies. These changes are being discussed by lawmakers as the country faces ongoing pressure from the United States.

Greece's Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) discovered tax violations at nearly 40% of businesses inspected in high-traffic tourist areas, uncovering over €545,000 in undeclared revenue and issuing more than €1 million in fines.

A British woman on holiday in Syros, Greece, fell into a six-week coma after being bitten by a tick, developing tick-borne encephalitis and now requiring 18 pills daily.

Starting August 3, Georgian citizens applying for U.S. business and tourist visas may be required to post a bond of up to $20,000 under a permanent U.S. Visa Bond Program that also covers nationals from 50 other countries.

A tourist from Taiwan on a road trip detour to Tumbler Ridge, one of Canada's UNESCO Geoparks, discovered a 100-million-year-old dinosaur track, contributing to the region's ongoing paleontological discoveries.

Accusations of exclusion within a Bali social running club, sparked by an online post from Annisa Rahmadani, have deepened existing frustrations among some residents and reignited tourist tensions on the island.

Mexico's tourism ministry has announced a new strategy to address falling revenue, rebranding the decline in 'high-value visitors' as a deliberate focus on 'low-value visitors.' This pivot comes amidst recent news of a shift in tourist demographics.

Thai authorities are seeking an explanation from Georgia regarding a two-week delay in reporting the death of a Thai tourist whose body was found by Georgian police.

A decline in tourist spending in Mykonos, a key luxury destination in Greece, is reportedly impacting Louis Vuitton Greece's 2025 financial results, reflecting broader trends in the premium market.

An Instagram-famous lake on the Swiss border has been left empty due to severe heatwaves, forcing local tourist boat owners to lay off staff during what should be their busiest season.

Dubai launches a tourist referral scheme with rewards up to 2 lakh Indian Rupees.