this post was submitted on 19 May 2024
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it's Dubrovnik, Croatia

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[–] someguy3 9 points 8 months ago (1 children)

The clash between Dubrovnik’s picturesque cobblestones and the constant rumble of suitcase wheels has become too much for the locals. These historic streets amplify every bump and rattle, turning what should be a peaceful stroll into a noisy nuisance. To address this, Dubrovnik has decided to ban rolling suitcases within the city limits.

Starting November 2023, tourists will need to carry their luggage or

[–] [email protected] 18 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Starting November 2023, tourists will need to carry their luggage or

.... else.

[–] [email protected] 8 points 8 months ago (1 children)
[–] ABCDE 1 points 5 months ago
[–] DampCanary 7 points 8 months ago

Nothing new Dalmatians, finding a way to squeeze turists.

they could have made night time ordinance, or pass the "fee" to yearly taxation for apartment owners as well, as they earn from that same noise.

[–] venusaur 5 points 8 months ago

It’s Dubrovnik, Croatia

[–] Zachariah 4 points 8 months ago (1 children)
[–] DampCanary 12 points 8 months ago (1 children)

old city are narrow streets with stairs, so no cars, beside probably city utilities vehicle on main plaza from time to time.

[–] Zachariah 2 points 8 months ago (1 children)

If the cars are already absent, then that’s fine. If there are still cars about, seems the rolling luggage isn’t the biggest nuisance by a couple orders of magnitude.

[–] DampCanary 6 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Old city is pedestrian zone, so only vehicles with special permit are allowed.

[–] Zachariah 1 points 8 months ago

Good to know.

[–] phoneymouse 1 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago)

I think they should promote the delivery service but not ban the bags. Seems too heavy handed.

[–] ganksy 0 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Click, click. Click, click. Don't blame them.

[–] Oisteink 5 points 8 months ago

They’re lucky to live in a time where horses and donkeys are rare sights. And wagons with steel-brimmed wheels