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How the backlash against boozy Brits has spread across Europe as party hotspots from Spain to Bulgaria crack down on drunken debauchery

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BRIT tourists are experiencing a Europe-wide backlash against their boozy antics as party hotspots across the continent crack down on drunken debauchery . Thousands jet off from UK airports every year to destinations on the Mediterranean to blow off steam and enjoy the summer sunshine . Boozy Brits have been accused of wreaking havoc across southern Europe But some are better behaved than others and despite the amount of cash they bring in, their presence is not always welcomed by locals. Many residents take offence at seeing their streets filled with foreigners fighting, vomiting, urinating and getting frisky. Some also complain of holidaymakers driving locals out by either pushing prices up or making their towns and cities unbearable to live in. To add to the trouble, tourism to resorts in southern Europe has skyrocketed this year amid security concerns in other destinations like Tunisia, Egypt and Turkey. The sudden spike in numbers has sparked a backlash against visitors – man...

10 Essential Tips to Travel Switzerland on a Budget

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Grazing cows in Switzerland Switzerland is notoriously at the top of every “Most Expensive Country in the World” list, which makes it exceedingly difficult for budget travelers to visit. But that doesn’t have to be the case. Even the most budget-conscious traveler should have Switzerland on his or her bucket list. Switzerland is full of dramatic landscapes that can take your breath away. It’s where you find lush green rolling hills that have quaint little chalets with cows roaming freely around them. It’s where mountains meet lakes ; where you can eat endless amounts of delicious chocolate and of course…cheese. It almost seems that it’s too beautiful to be a real place. If these aren't reason enough to want to pack your bags right now than we don’t know what is! Straight out of a fairytale So how do you visit one of the most expensive countries in the world without breaking the bank? It’s easier than you might think. Here are 10 helpful tips to keep more money in your pocket w...