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exodus from tourist hotspots

Why Some Locals Are Leaving the Most Touristic Areas of Lake Como

Lake Como’s breathtaking charm is fading as locals flee skyrocketing rents and tourist chaos. What’s driving these residents away? The answer might surprise you.
displacement of local residents

Seasonal Rentals in Lake Como: Why They Hurt Long-Term Residents

Lake Como’s dreamy rentals are squeezing out locals—see why this trend is upending communities and what few are daring to suggest next.