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Italians Leave Local Beaches as Summer Sunbed Costs Spike
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This year, Ferragosto brings fewer tourists to Italy's beaches. Between operators and consumer protectors, there is a dispute over the reasons.
One umbrella and two sunbeds in one of the many beach resorts on the Mediterranean – this can become really expensive in 2025. The dispute over the summer holidays has long since reached a political dimension.
ROM. Italy was once known for the long holiday weeks in August. However, in the country plagued by stagnant economy, inflation and low incomes, the holiday model changes in August.
High prices for sunbeds and parasols, empty beaches: Italy sails towards a pale Ferragosto. The feast of Assumption on August 15 is celebrated in the country as the highlight of the holiday period, traditionally hotels and campsites were completely booked out. Touristists, touristists and hoteliers are now complaining about a decline in visitors in the most popular seaside resorts – from Rimini to Sicily. The reason for this is the high prices. …
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