Copenhagen is set experiment hiding its cultural landmarks in a bid to stop overtourism (Image: Getty) Despite being just over halfway through the year, 142 countries around the world are projected to exceed their pre-pandemic tourism performance, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council. In the next decade, tourism is predicted to grow into a $16 trillion (£12.5 trillion) industry, generating 12.

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