Italians are in revolt against the privatisation of the country’s coast as vast stretches of beach are taken over by ...

Until now, Italy has leased about half of its beachfront to small operators who run private clubs, or lidos. This month, the country agreed, reluctantly, to put those leases up for competitive ...

Those heading for the shore in Italy, however, should also bring their wallets. From Bari to Venice to Palermo, much of the Italian coast is in effect the private property of a lucky few.

Until now, Italy has leased about half of its beachfront to small operators who run private clubs, or lidos. This month, the country agreed, reluctantly, to put those leases up for competitive ...

Until now, Italy has leased about half of its beachfront to small operators who run private clubs, or lidos. This month, the country agreed, reluctantly, to put those leases up for competitive ...