They do it to get rid of tourists – NRK Norway – Overview of news from around the country

Most people get annoyed by German tourists who park their cars incorrectly, or by drunk British holidaymakers.

In Barcelona, ​​more than 150 activist groups recently gathered to demonstrate against mass tourism. But it's not just in the Spanish capital that tourists have gotten on the nerves of locals.

Removes the display

Mount Fuji in Japan is a favorite tourist destination. As the country's tallest mountain and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it's no wonder tourists flock to the island of Honshu.

But taking photos of the famous mountain has become a bit difficult lately.

Locals were tired of tourists lining the highway to get the perfect photo.

So the authorities erected a felt-covered fence.

Expensive accommodation – mother?

If you want to visit the small country of Bhutan, located between China and India, you will need to save a little.

They use a tourist tax to keep people away.

Unless you're Indian, every night you spend in the country will cost you. $ 100This is of course in addition to all the regular expenses.

But don't worry, a thousand crowns per night is a real bargain. Initially the price was $200, but between 2023-2027 it will be half the price.

Run and buy!

“drifting away”

As is often the case, they go even further in the Netherlands. The city of Amsterdam has launched its own campaign to keep young Britons away.

They are tired of the rowdy bachelor parties that make their way through town.

That's why the authorities have filmed several videos about what can happen if you get too drunk and make noise.

Threat: Fines and criminal records And Worse future prospects.

What if the bus just “disappeared”?

In the La Salut area of ​​Barcelona, ​​the buses were packed with people.

Tourists often use the district bus number 116 to reach the famous sculpture park Parc Güell.

With all the tourists on board, the bus must have been so full that even the elderly couldn't get on it.

the solution? Remove bus route From Google Maps.

Tourists may have a hard time getting there, but locals finally get a seat on the bus.

Selfie ban

The classic vacation selfie is on many people's social media throughout the summer. So it's important to have a beautiful backdrop, like the colorful houses of Portofino, Italy.

But here you have to be careful to proceed. One post on Instagram can cost you Fine of 275 euros!

The city has created its own zones where they are not allowed to stop, because they create traffic congestion.

If a photo needs to be taken, it will be done quickly.

Fortunately, this only applies during the day. After 6pm you can go for free, but you have to hurry before sunset.