Visitors appear to have had spent less time and money in the resorts, with parking income down.
The aim is to improve safety for children travelling to school and alleviate congestion.
Drivers from across the East of England tell the BBC they fear the digital divide is getting bigger.
New parking measures, including charges based on vehicle size, have come into force.
The minimum charge for airport drop-off is set to rise from £6 to £7 on 1 September.
Some residents have resorted to using unofficial signs and bright orange cones to deter parking.
A council says a new investment plan for garages across a city could improve neighbourhoods.
Dove Stone reservoir has reopened after firefighters spent more than three weeks tackling a wildfire.
The charging period will change in some places, while fees will also increase.
