In recent years, foreign travel has become increasingly accessible, a trend we have highlighted multiple times on Vibez.pl. With some organisational skills, planning an affordable trip outside Poland has never been easier. Whether you're looking for bargain all-inclusive packages or prefer to arrange everything independently, there are plenty of options. Many European capitals, such as Berlin, Budapest, Vienna, and Prague, are easily accessible by train, while low-cost airlines frequently offer attractive deals.

Language barriers are rarely an issue, and accommodation and restaurant prices in many destinations are comparable to those in Poland. As a result, some countries experience a continuous influx of tourists, regardless of the season. Whether it’s a Friday in February or a Sunday in July, places like Venice in Italy and Barcelona in Spain remain packed with visitors, no matter the time of year or weather conditions.

To address the issues caused by overcrowding, the authorities in popular tourist hotspots have implemented measures to combat overtourism. In Barcelona, local residents have staged protests, while Venice has introduced a €10 entry fee for visitors. The Czech Republic has also joined the growing number of destinations taking action against excessive tourism.

The measures introduced by the Czech government are primarily aimed at curbing short city breaks. Officials have pointed out that the rising demand for short-term rentals drives up property prices and forces residents to move away from city centres. Additionally, authorities highlight their struggle to maintain order with the constant influx of tourists, and they seek to prevent undesirable behaviour such as littering, public drunkenness, and street brawls.

In response, the Czech government has proposed changes to regulations governing short-term rentals, which will affect platforms like Airbnb. One of the key proposals is to limit the number of days a landlord can offer their property for short-term leases per year. There are also plans to regulate the amount of space allocated to each guest, ensuring a minimum number of square metres per person.

Furthermore, landlords offering short-term rentals will be required to register their guests on the eTurista platform. This initiative aims to bring greater order to the sector and ensure private hosts meet the same tax obligations as hotels. The Czech Republic is estimated to lose approximately €32 million annually—around PLN 137 million—due to the fact that between 40 and 70 per cent of short-term rental activities are not legally registered.

Source: natemat.pl