Luca Velo

researcher at the University of Venice

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Summer is a time to travel, and tourism is good for the economy. However, some popular destinations are now overrun with tourists.

How tourism is affecting the culture of Venice, Italy

Summer is a time to travel, and tourism is good for the economy. However, some popular destinations are now overrun with tourists.

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