The spread of short-term rentals in the capital of Tuscany has pushed up rents and priced out residents. Shops that once served locals have become rarities. Lockboxes for keys sit next to the ...

Italy is to ban Airbnb metal key boxes in the country's latest move to clampdown on over-tourism. Authorities ruled on Tuesday that tourists must now meet the property owner in person to verify their ...

Airbnb has agreed to pay 576 million euros ($621 million) to settle a longstanding dispute over unpaid taxes in Italy. Italian prosecutors said last month that the company owed as much as €779 million ...

In Florence, one of Italy's most famous tourist destinations, the local council has moved to limit the number of short-term holiday lets available. (Photo by Alberto PIZZOLI / AFP) Florence city ...

ROME — Florence wants to ban residential properties in its historic center from being used for short-term rentals by platforms such as Airbnb in order to free up more homes for local people in the ...

Florence in Italy has announced a ban on new short-term private holiday rentals, such as Airbnb listings, in the Renaissance city’s historic centre. The move is part of an effort to ensure there is ...

Tourists sprawled over sidewalks, garbage piled up in the streets, and thousands-strong lines to enter museums. Overtourism feels a long time ago now, but the after effects are still being felt in ...