Venice

For just two weeks each spring, a rare violet artichoke is harvested by hand on Venice's northern islands – and locals go to great lengths to keep it authentic.

Smaller than gondolas, "sandoli" are ancient boats that have been used by everyday Venetians for centuries.

After a summer of protests in some of Europe's most popular travel destinations, what might your summer holiday look like in 2025 - and beyond?

Overtourism is creating a massive rift in the centuries-old love affair between Italy and its many admirers.

As Ibiza and Mallorca say no to tourists coming to party, it's becoming increasingly clear that expectations on travellers in the world's most popular destinations are changing.

Recently opened to the public, this artists' residence surprises whomever ventures in, making them wonder how such a splendid place exists in an otherwise sleepy Venetian square.

Tourist taxes are now as much a part a trip as selfies and souvenir shops. And more are on the way.

From a small island in the Venetian lagoon, a 15th-Century monk somehow designed an astonishingly accurate planisphere of the world.