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Tourism Protests Are Expected in Major European Cities This Weekend
All products featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by Condé Nast Traveler editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate commission. Getty Images Across Europe's most popular destinations this weekend, the weather forecast says cloudy with a chance of water guns. Coordinated anti-tourism demonstrations, which recently have taken the form of crowds of locals spraying tourists with water pistols, are scheduled to happen on Sunday, June 15, in cities such as Barcelona, Ibiza, and Palma in Spain, as well as elsewhere in Europe, including Venice, Palermo, Lisbon, and other cities. 'Tourists have been warned of potential disruptions caused by activist groups preparing a large-scale protest for June 15th,' says Pablo Calvo, Spain Manager for travel operator Tours For You. 'The demonstration, organized by the Southern European Network Against Touristification (SET), will focus on major Spanish destinations, such as the Canary Islands (Lanzarote and Tenerife) and the Balearic Islands (Barcelona and Mallorca)." The protests are a continuation of a movement that first gained momentum in summer 2024 in Barcelona and the Canary Islands, as locals demanded action from politicians to limit mass tourism's impact on housing, jobs, and daily life. Spain, and Barcelona in particular, remain ground zero for the movement. Here's everything to know if you have an upcoming trip planned to one of the impacted destinations. Jump to When and where are the protests? What are the protests about? Should travelers be concerned? Travel alerts and advice How to be a responsible traveler In Barcelona, the protests are scheduled to start at noon on June 15 at the city's Jardinets de Gràcia. Additional cities in Spain that are planning to participate include Donostia-San Sebastian, where demonstrations will begin at 12 p.m. at the clock at La Concha beach; Granada, where protests will start at 11 a.m. at the Mirador de San Nicolas; Palma, where demonstrations are scheduled for 6 p.m. at Placa d'Espanya; and Ibiza, where protests will start at 6 p.m. at Portal de Ses Taules and follow the Plaça de la Constitució, ending in the Plaza de sa Graduada at 9 p.m., according to local news site Periodico de Ibiza. Protests are also expected to take place on June 15 in major cities throughout Europe, including Venice and Lisbon. Specific plans have not yet been released to the public, but parks, public squares, or popular tourist sites are likely gathering places. The protests aim to highlight the 'growing concern over the uncontrolled growth of tourism and its negative effects on local communities,' Calvo says, including rising housing costs, overcrowding, and the treatment of the industry's hospitality workers. Lluís Diago, a worker at Barcelona's famous Park Güell, said in a statement many of the jobs in the city's tourism sector are 'plagued by subcontracting and undignified and unsafe working conditions.' Improving working conditions and the housing market is a core focus of the coordinated demonstrations on June 15. The protests are fighting against "injustice from the economic model [tourism] sets,' said a spokesperson from the Assembly of Neighborhoods for Tourist De-Growth. In Barcelona, locals are pushing the city's politicians to reform policies like stopping a proposed expansion to Barcelona's El Prat Airport, tightening restrictions on Airbnbs and other short-term rentals, and placing limits on cruise ship arrivals. The message of the demonstrations may be geared toward politicians, but tourists could still be caught in the watery crossfire. 'We don't think there will be aggressive behaviors against tourists, so no fear for travelers," says Bruno Gomes, who works for We Hate Tourism tours in Lisbon, which aims to help visitors experience the city in a deeper way beyond its biggest tourist attractions. Although the demonstrations may sound overwhelming, there's 'no reason for fear, no need to cancel trips,' says Condé Nast Traveler travel specialist Murielle Blanchard, a consultant with Black Pearl Luxury Services. 'My suggestion is to talk to the [hotel] concierge and find out the route of the demonstration,' Blanchard says, adding that she has advised her clients to stay away from major sightseeing spots in affected cities on the day of the protests. 'It is better not to be in the middle of it. They have used water guns in the past, but I am not sure it will be the same this time." Similar protests against overtourism occurred in Spain across major destinations like Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Bilbao, and the Canary Islands this May. Before those protests, the US Embassy and Consulate in Spain and Andorra sent an alert to travelers advising them to avoid the gatherings. The embassy also advised US travelers to: Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests Be aware of your surroundings Follow the instructions of authorities and signs regarding closures and detours Monitor local media for updates Keep a low profile The same advice can be applied to the upcoming June 15 protests. Tourists can also make strides to be more responsible and intentional about the way they travel. According to Gomes, more travelers are being led by social media to the same spots with hopes of recreating the content they see in viral posts and videos. This only exacerbates overcrowding issues and stress on destinations' infrastructures. 'We are traveling more and more with strict agendas and to-do lists,' Gomes says. 'We know all about everything because of Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok, stripping away from us what traveling should be.' Instead, travelers can strive to get off the beaten path, and venture beyond the tourist hotspots. Other helpful actions travelers can take include scheduling trips for the off season, traveling in smaller groups, hiring local guides, and supporting small businesses. These are issues that can be solved on an individual level, one tourist at a time. 'Explore, and engage with locals to give you a true feeling of what life and culture are in each city,' recommends Gomes. 'Go deeper. The biggest responsibility of overtourism is from politicians and greedy businesses, but we all have a responsibility too. If we consume and choose better, know where and to whom your money is going, we will in fact change things.' Originally Appeared on Condé Nast Traveler The Latest Travel News and Advice Want to be the first to know? Sign up to our newsletters for travel inspiration and tips Stop Counting the Countries You Visit How Safe Is Flying Today? 5 Things Experts Want Travelers to Know The Best Places to See the Northern Lights Worldwide
Miami Herald
05-06-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Celebrity chef's local eatery files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
If you've ever wanted to open your own business, I have a bit of advice for you: don't look too closely at the odds of success. While every entrepreneur has their own version of the story told through the lens of their experience, studies show the success rate of small businesses - and they are enough to scare anyone off. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter Among private-sector businesses in the U.S., 21.5% fail in year one, per a study from Lending Tree. And after five years, the news gets even bleaker: 48.4% have faltered by then. And just one more stat to drive the point home: After 10 years, 65.1% of those businesses have closed. Related: Popular automaker unexpectedly closing half its stores It's enough to put a permanent lump in your throat if you're hoping to go into business for yourself. It also makes businesses that survive past the 10-year mark especially impressive. It's clear they've figured something out that the average business didn't, or simply had a rock-solid strategy and grasp of the market they were operating in. Now, an award-winning restaurant in Miami with an impressive 18-year history is declaring bankruptcy, and it's an unfortunate path to see a famed restaurateur going down. With five restaurants, six published cookbooks, a million-plus Instagram followers, and an Emmy-nominated YouTube series, it seemed as if restaurateur Adrianne Calvo had it all. After the heartbreaking experience of losing her sister to cancer, Calvo decided to chase a dream and open her own restaurant at the age of 22. Chef Adrianne's Vineyard Restaurant and Bar, located in Miami, went on to win scores of accolades, including the Floridian Culinary Award for Best Chef and Zagat's Top 6 Restaurants Worth a Drive. Related: Beloved local family diner closing after nearly 40 years The restaurant was also inspired by Calvo's trip to Napa Valley at age 20, and the famous wine country's influence showed in the menu, making it a local favorite. In the wake of her success, Calvo opened another brick-and-mortar location, Cracked, in South Miami, and expanded a second Cracked location to Hard Rock Stadium in October 2024. She also opened two other restaurants, Red Fish by Chef Adrianne and Forte by Chef Adrianne, which have both since closed their doors. On June 2, Chef Adrianne's Vineyard Restaurant and Bar filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the Southern district of Florida, South Florida Business Journal reports. Filed under its LLC name Terra Dolci, the filing states that the company has elected to proceed under Subchapter V of Chapter 11, which provides streamlined reorganization options for small businesses. The bankruptcy request lists several obligations to creditors, including $150,000 to The Lazarus Capital Funding, $137,000 to Kapitus, $91,000 to food distributor Sysco, and $90,000 to landlord KRCX WRI Holdings. According to the filing, the company reports having assets under $50,000 against liabilities between $1 million and $10 million, with no funds projected to be available for distribution to unsecured creditors after administrative expenses. The restaurant has yet to formally announce news of its bankruptcy on any of its social media platforms. A report from 2023 signals that the restaurant may have been struggling for years in other ways. Live roaches and other unclean areas were found in the kitchen during an inspection by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Related: Popular local Dairy Queen rival suddenly closing, no bankruptcy The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Official: Aston Villa announce appointment of former Juventus director Calvo
Premier League side Aston Villa have officially announced the appointment of former Juventus director Francesco Calvo as the club's new President of Business Operations. Calvo resigned from his position as Juventus's Managing Director of commercial and institutional relations with two games of the 2024-25 season left to play in order to facilitate a move to Aston Villa, where he will officially begin work from July onwards. Advertisement Juventus, meanwhile, have recently confirmed the appointment of former Toulouse President Damien Comolli as the club's new general manager, while Giorgio Chiellini will also assume some of Calvo's responsibilities in a slight restructuring of the Bianconeri senior management. Calvo comments on Aston Villa role after Juventus departure EMPOLI, ITALY – MAY 22: Francesco Calvo of Juventus during the Serie A match between Empoli FC and Juventus at Stadio Carlo Castellani on May 22, 2023 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by) 'It is a great honour for me to join this Club at such an exciting time. Everyone in football knows the history of and passionate support for Aston Villa,' Calvo said in a statement on the Aston Villa website. 'In the past few years, we've seen this begin to be matched by success on the pitch and progress off it under the ambitious ownership of V Sports. Advertisement ' I look forward to working with the Chairman, the Board, Unai Emery and everyone at Aston Villa to continue driving this great institution forward.' Calvo left Juventus after two separate spells, during which time he served in a number of roles, including as Commercial Director and Chief Revenue Officer. He also held directorship roles with both Barcelona and Roma, before returning to Juventus in 2022.
Euronews
23-04-2025
- Health
- Euronews
People tend to get lonelier as they age, but it's worse for seniors in these European countries
ADVERTISEMENT Europeans can expect to get lonelier as they age – but Americans could face their biggest social lull in midlife, new research suggests. Loneliness has emerged as a major public health issue that raises the risk of everything from depression and type 2 diabetes to dementia and stroke. But it's often thought of as a problem afflicting the very young and the very old, with the middle-aged population sometimes overlooked. For the new study, researchers measured the loneliness levels of more than 64,000 people aged 50 to 90 in 29 countries, most of them in Europe. They used a loneliness scale that took into account how often people felt they lacked companionship, were left out, or socially isolated. Middle-aged and older adults were the loneliest in Cyprus and Greece, according to the study published in the journal Aging & Mental Health . They were the least lonely in Denmark, Switzerland, and Austria. Related Scientists find lifestyle and living conditions have greater impact on healthy ageing than genes Across countries, people tended to get lonelier as they aged – but just how much lonelier depended on where they lived, with those in Bulgaria and Latvia seeing the biggest increases with age. At all ages, loneliness was linked to not working and being unmarried, depressed, or in poor health, but how important these factors were depended on the country and age group. In the United States, for example, being out of work was closely tied to loneliness in midlife. It was the only country where middle-aged people felt more lonely than older generations. (The same trend emerged in the Netherlands, but the report noted data limitations that make that association less certain.) 'A signal to seek more connections' The differences between countries and age groups suggest that loneliness isn't just a natural consequence of ageing – it's likely tied to broader social factors such as work and caregiving demands, the researchers said. Related Thinking of retiring abroad? You might be lonelier than if you stayed home, new study suggests 'Our findings show that loneliness is not just a late-life issue,' Esteban Calvo, a dean at the Universidad Mayor in Chile and the study's senior author, said in a statement. 'A one-size-fits-all approach will not solve this worldwide problem,' Calvo added. The report has a few limitations, notably that data were collected before the COVID-19 pandemic and that response rates were low in some countries, meaning the findings may not be fully representative. It also did not suss out the factors it says are linked to loneliness. A single person could be divorced, widowed, or never married, for example, while an out-of-work person could either be unemployed or retired – and these distinctions could make a big difference. Related Using smartphones may protect older adults against cognitive problems like dementia as they age 'Some things that are not necessarily that actionable. … Everyone eventually loses a partner,' Caterina Mauri, a senior researcher at the Brussels Institute for Social and Population Studies at the Free University of Brussels (VUB), told Euronews Health. But given the links between loneliness, health outcomes, and quality of life, it's a topic she believes deserves more attention – for people of all ages. 'Loneliness is something that is part of our lives, but it becomes problematic when it's chronic, when it leads to depression,' said Mauri, who was not involved with the new study. ADVERTISEMENT Loneliness 'is a bit like hunger,' she said, serving as a 'signal to seek more connections'.
Miami Herald
06-02-2025
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Former Hialeah Councilman Calvo announces mayoral bid following Bovo plan to step down
Bryan Calvo, who made history as Hialeah's youngest-ever councilman at just 23, has officially announced his candidacy for mayor following a Miami Herald story that Mayor Esteban 'Steve' Bovo is stepping down to join a prominent lobbying firm in Washington, D.C. At 27, Calvo, a Harvard graduate in political science who got his law degree from Florida International University, resigned from his council seat in 2024 to run for Miami-Dade tax collector. Although he lost the countywide Republican primary to Dariel Fernandez, Calvo won over 90% of the votes in Hialeah's precincts. 'In November, voters in Hialeah and across the United States spoke clearly: we do not want recycled politicians, we want change. ' Calvo said in a statement to the Herald. 'Some people have been in office longer than I've been alive, making the same broken promises. My actions show that I will always fight for residents, and I'll continue to work for their best interests.' Calvo and Bovo, who were elected in the same cycle in 2021 as councilman and mayor respectively, soon found themselves at odds over a series of contentious issues. Their public clashes included debates on a proposed redevelopment agency, the city budget, rising water service fees and public safety. At one point Calvo filed a lawsuit against Bovo, accusing him of 'systematically abusing his power.' The lawsuit later was dismissed by a judge. A day after the Herald broke the news about Bovo stepping down nine months before the next mayoral reelection, the city has yet to issue a public statement on the matter. When Bovo leaves office, City Council President Jacqueline Garcia-Roves will assume the role of interim mayor of Hialeah, serving for the remainder of Bovo's term until the November election. Garcia-Roves has not responded to requests for comment. Calvo is the first candidate to formally file his intention to run for mayor with the City Clerk. Other potential candidates, including Hialeah Council members Jesus Tundidor and Luis Rodriguez, as well as Miami-Dade Commissioner Rene Garcia, have been cautious about announcing their intentions, waiting for a formal statement from Bovo that he is vacating the position.
