Italian officials said that the bus had been full of tourists, and that two minors were among the dead.
Tag: Venice (Italy)
Venice Is Spared From a Spot on UNESCO World Heritage Danger List
The fragile Italian city has taken steps to reduce the impacts of climate change and excessive tourism, but some experts said the moves were not enough.
Venice to Charge Entry Fee for Tourists on Busy Days
The City Council passed an experimental plan to charge €5, in an effort to trim the footfall at a very popular but equally fragile place.
UNESCO Recommends Venice for Endangered List
The United Nations’ culture agency is warning of twin perils to the historic city from mass tourism and climate change.
‘Attenzione, Pickpocket!’ A TikTok Star Watches Out for Tourists in Italy
Monica Poli has spent years patrolling the streets of Venice. Now she’s famous on social media. Well, at least her voice is.
Fluorescein Turned Venice Grand Canal Green, Officials Say
A chemical used in underwater construction and medical procedures was used to dye parts of the channel bright green, but the authorities still don’t know how it got there.
Venice Is Saved! Woe Is Venice.
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In ‘Little Venice,’ Cruise Ships and an Influx of Tourists
With a ban on large cruise ships in the waters surrounding Venice, nearby Chioggia is one of the new go-to ports. While many welcome the new visitors, some worry that the tourism boom could turn sour.
Venice Will Require Tourists to Register and Pay Entry Fee
City officials are introducing a new fee to visit Venice and its islands, a move, they hope, will limit tourists.
Venice to Replace Glass on Santiago Calatrava’s Slippery Bridge
The city will replace the glass on Santiago Calatrava’s footbridge across the Grand Canal with stone after too many pedestrians fell.