14 Popular Countries Now Making It Harder for Tourists to Visit in 2025

6. Santorini, Greece: Cruise Control & Sunset Slots

The iconic sunsets of Oia are now a more exclusive affair. Santorini in 2025 has implemented a stricter daily cap on cruise ship disembarkations, managed via a new port authority lottery system. More ingeniously, access to prime sunset viewing spots in Oia during peak season now requires a pre-booked, timed "Sunset Slot" reservation, with a nominal fee contributing to local infrastructure. This aims to reduce dangerous overcrowding and allow for a more enjoyable, albeit planned, experience of its famed caldera views.