Here's what to know about this Spanish region's recent decision to change its tourism rental laws, and what this means for you as an international tourist.

Headlines circulating this week suggest British tourists could be unwelcome on Spanish soil – so what’s the reality?

Spain has introduced new regulations that could affect some tourists visiting the country for their summer holidays this year. However, a rule change brought in at one of its most popular resorts prompted panic and confusion after it was mistakenly characterised as a “tourist ban”.

The biggest change is that the EU's Entry and Exit System (EES) will finally be launched in 2025, most likely in the first half of the year.

Spain attracted a record 94 million tourists last year, making the Southern European nation famous for its Mediterranean coastline, sweeping landscapes and historic cities among the most visited countries on earth.

If you’re looking to avoid adding to the pressure, and want to explore some lesser-known destinations, Metro has rounded up a list of alternative travel spots for your next trip. Nestled in a bay between the Adriatic Sea and a sweeping mountain range,