Owning an Italian castle used to be a privilege available only to the 1% – but a new scheme aims to make such a dream possible for anyone. As part of Italy’s Strategic Plan for Tourism Development, 103 historic buildings are being given away for free, so long as they're turned into tourist spots.

As travellers both new and seasoned demand more unique experiences that they can boast about on their social feeds, some are opting for sustainable trips to offset their CO2 footprint and help communities abroad. How can tour operators facilitate this kind of responsible travel?

Tourism is generally welcomed by cities as a means of boosting the local economy. But Barcelona is setting up an anti-tourism plan to keep visitors at bay. As throngs of vacationers threaten local culture, the Spanish city is opting for a long-term investment in its future instead.

Eataly World in Bologna combines proud Italian food heritage with experience-based shopping, aiming to pull in foodies from around the world. While many brands are increasingly going online to sell their wares, how is Eataly leaning on cultural heritage to satiate people’s hunger for Italian food?