Resident Fury: Italian Islanders Rebel Against Private Ownership as £8m Sale Looms
2025-01-18
Daily Mail
In a daring bid to reclaim their heritage, furious Neapolitan locals are launching a crowdfunding campaign to purchase a tiny island in the shadows of Mount Vesuvius, listed for sale at a staggering £8million. The move is seen as a stark resistance against private tourism, as residents fight to preserve their traditional way of life. With the island's sale sparking widespread outrage, the community is rallying together to raise funds and protect their beloved island from falling into private hands, highlighting the growing tension between local identity and mass tourism, including sustainable tourism and eco tourism.
