Concerns over environmental degradation, cultural erosion, and quality of life for locals have prompted a growing number of countries to implement strict controls. 

Thailand, Venice and more: 5 iconic destinations that may soon shut the door on mass tourism

Hop aboard a global journey with Wings – your passport to the world’s most fascinating travel stories! In this episode, we explore India’s cruise ambitions, Rajasthan’s wild side, Easter worldwide, and much more.
India is charting a new course in luxury travel with its expanding cruise tourism industry. From the shores of Mumbai to the backwaters of Kochi, discover how India is preparing to welcome a wave of high-seas adventurers. Can the country become Asia’s next cruise hub? Known for its palaces and deserts, Rajasthan is our destination in focus this week. We also bring you heartwarming Easter traditions from across the globe. See how communities come together in celebration, faith, and festivity.
Newly discovered sculptures shed light on the lives and legacies of Pompeii’s women. This exhibit gives a rare glimpse into ancient femininity, power, and preservation through art. In a bid to curb overtourism, Venice reinstates its entry tax. Will this save the floating city or deter wanderlust? We examine how this policy could reshape urban tourism.

Cruise tourism in India, global Easter festivities & Venice’s tourist tax

The Venice Carnival 2025 brings a vibrant display of masked revelers and grand floats, including a giant rat cruising through the Grand Canal. Spectators enjoy the colorful spectacle as boat-filled participants add to the excitement, showcasing Venice's rich carnival tradition.

Venice carnival 2025: Masked revellers celebrate Venice carnival

The actors Daniel Craig, Drew Starkey and Venice Film Festival regular Luca Guadagnino arrived to debut their film Queer. The Craig's latest offering is a clear break from his James Bond past. Watch WION for more highlights of the Venice Film Festival.

Venice Film Festival 2024: Daniel Craig starrer receives nine-minute standing ovation

George Clooney and Brad Pitt returned to the Venice Film Festival on Sunday for the world premiere of “Wolfs.” WION brings you more highlights from the 81st edition of Venice Film Festival.

Venice Film Festival 2024: Fans cheer as Brad Pitt, George Clooney arrive at Venice

Members of the jury stepped onto Venice Lido on Tuesday as they arrived for the Venice International Film Festival. Watch in for more details!

Venice Film Festival 2024: Jury members and guests start arriving

Venice gets surge of star power, from Lady Gaga to Pitt, Clooney

There are growing tensions between locals and tourists in some of Europe's most beloved destinations such as Venice, Barcelona, and Lisbon. See what’s at stake for your European getaway.

Gravitas: Parched and angry Europeans in Venice, Lisbon, Barcelona want tourists away

Embark on a journey with us this week on Wings, where we savour the distinct flavours of Mumbai's Parsi cuisine, dive into vibrant '50s cultural celebrations across the globe and witness new mass tourism management in Venice. First up, join us on a culinary adventure through Mumbai as we hop from one iconic Parsi café to another. Discover the unique tastes and historic ambiance of these cherished food joints, offering everything from vegetarian Dhansak to crunchy chicken drumsticks. Mumbai's Parsi community, though small, contributes immensely to the city's diverse culinary scene, making this food walk a must-try experience for any food lover. Next, we travel back in time with the 'Festive 50s' segment. From Albania, where fans of Ernest Hemingway dress in 1950s attire for a nostalgic train ride celebrating the author's birthday and International Jazz Day, to the bustling 'Viva Las Vegas' festival, where vintage car enthusiasts and rock-n-roll fans gather to relive the glitzy '50s era. Our episode takes a contemporary turn as we explore Venice's new initiative to manage its overwhelming tourist influx. With the city's first-ever day tickets and ticket booths, coupled with the grandeur of the 60th Biennale of Art, Venice is a fascinating case study in balancing cultural preservation with modern-day tourism challenges. We also delve into the vibrant cultural festivals of North Africa. Witness Algeria's Berber Festival and Morocco’s Fez Festival of Sufi Culture, where music, dance, and spiritual traditions paint a vivid picture of North African cultural richness. Ending on a poignant note, we bring you the Alpine Light Show, a stunning visual message about the urgent issue of melting glaciers. This light show not only entertains but also educates viewers on the environmental challenges facing our planet. Tune in to 'Wings' for these fascinating stories and more, as we traverse the globe to bring you tales of culture, history, and innovation for those looking for the best experiences worldwide.

Mumbai's Parsi Eateries & Venice's Tourist Tax

Venice has become the first city in the world to introduce an access charge to control the number of tourists trampling over its fragile streets. The system came into effect at 8:30 am local time on Thursday with checks carried out at the city's railway station and other major access points.

Venice residents protest as city starts charging visitors

Watch the top headlines of the hour: - US down Houthi anti-ship missile - Venice locals protest entry fee - Spain's opposition slams PM Sanchez - Bangladesh repatriates Myanmar troops

US down Houthi anti-ship missile | Venice locals protest entry fee

From Thursday (April 25) Venice is set to charge travellers an entry fee, aimed at mitigating the impact of mass tourism on the city. Watch to know more.

Venice to charge tourists an entry fee to avoid overcrowding

Planning to travel abroad? Venice will now charge you for entry

Venice: A first-eof-its-kind scheme to control tourism, tourists now need ticket to enter Venic

Venice Biennale 2024: Thousands sign petition calling to exclude Israel from ‘Olympics of the art world’

Venice to impose ban on loudspeakers and large tourist groups

In Pics: Climate activists dye Venice's Grand Canal green in COP28 protest

Italy: At least 21 dead after bus falls from bridge in Venice

Venice avoids UNESCO world heritage downgrade

Venice on Thursday again escaped the tarnish of UNESCO's list of world heritage sites in danger, drawing a victory cheer from the mayor but scorn from environmentalists and scientists alarmed by the impact of mass tourism and climate change on the storied lagoon city.

Venice to start charging entry fees from visitors in 2024

Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms.

UK to ban use of laughing gas| Venice to start charging fee from visitors

A New York movie proposal is ready to go, according to Woody Allen, who is practically banned from the US film industry, who stated that on Monday. "If some foolish person" decides to finance it, the movie will be made. In the non-competition section of the Venice Film Festival, Allen's 50th movie, Coup de Chance, had its world premiere.

Venice Film Festival 2023: American Filmmaker Woody Allen premieres 'Coup De Chance'

Armani stages star-studded fashion spectacle in Venice

The 80th Venice International Film Festival commences on August 30. Watch the video to know more.

80th Venice International Film Festival kicks off in Italy

UNESCO recommends Venice be added to its list of world heritage sites in danger, citing climate change and over-tourism.

Could Venice lose its heritage status?

UNESCO recommends putting Venice on heritage danger list

Zendaya's Challengers pushed to 2024, to skip Venice premiere amid ongoing strikes

Reason behind Venice's Grand Canal turning fluorescent green revealed

Venice witnessed a strange green fluid cover the Grand Canal. How did it happen? Nobody knows. Authorities are investigating to find out the culprit. Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: A strange green patch appears in Venice's Grand Canal

Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms- Venetians were left stunned as a patch of water in the city's central waterway appeared to have turned fluorescent green. The authorities are investigating after a patch of green water appeared in the famed Grand Canal.

Parts of Venice canal turn fluorescent green, locals stunned | WION Speed News

In pics | Venice’s Grand Canal turns fluorescent green, police investigate

Mysterious! Parts of Venice canal turn fluorescent green, locals stunned

Explained | Scientists in Italy raise concerns after Venice canals run dry. Here’s why

Cate Blanchett bags her second best actress award at Venice Film Festival

Bookish and traumatised: The real Marilyn Monroe comes to Venice

Kabir Bedi honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award at Venice

Timothee Chalamet-starrer 'Bones and All' gets 8.5-minute standing ovation at Venice Film Festival 2022

Venice film fest launches with Ukraine and 'toxic event' satire

Venice is now using its iconic canals for a special silver screen experience for all film enthusiasts and moviegoers. This floating cinema is all set with boats gondolas and floats for screening as Venice gears up for the 79th international film festival.

Venice Film Festival: Floating cinema - Unknown waters | Boarding boats for a special screening

Officials in Venice plans to impose an entry fee to the city or for the people coming on day trips. Over the years, over-tourism has led to crowding and harmful effects on the city and its environment.

Venice authorities to charge fee for day travellers

The best things in life are free- the air that we breathe, the water that we drink and the magnificent sights and sounds of our surroundings. However, officials in Venice seem to disagree and plans to impose an entry fee to the city or for the people coming on day trips.

Venice plans to weed out cheap tourists

Venice was home to a large Jewish community in the 16th century and has several ancient synagogues. As they were built in the 1500s historians are now working to restore them to their original splendor.

Venice: Old synagogues to undergo 10-million-dollar renovation

Venice hotels provide guests with orange-coloured water pistols to fight off gulls

Thousands of people are expected to flock to Venice for the start of the annual Carnival celebrations marking a slow return to normality after the coronavirus pandemic took a hit on the two previous editions.

'Carnival of hope': Venice carnival kicks off as COVID worries ease

With Covid witnessing downturn, 'Carnival of hope' begins in Venice

Music lovers in Venice were treated to a string quartet playing on board a large violin-shaped boat as it motored slowly along one of the city's famous canals.

Violin of Noah' makes its maiden voyage in Venice

Zendaya stuns in a 'wet' look at Venice Film Festival

Watch: Hailstorm disrupts Dolce & Gabbana show in Venice as models continue walking, guests run for cover

From 'Spencer' to 'The Power of the Dog': Films chasing top prize at Venice Film Festival

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