Lonely Planet’s guide to navigating overtourism on the Amalfi Coast
Sep 25, 2024 • 12 min read
Overtourism is leading to tension between residents and visitors on Italy's Amalfi Coast, but there are better ways to travel here. Let us tell you how.
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