All articles tagged with #over tourism
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Santiago de Compostela faces overtourism challenges as the influx of pilgrims and tourists, driven by social media and the popularity of the Camino de Santiago, has led to increased housing costs, displacement of residents, and community decline, despite efforts to promote good manners and regulate tourism.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Al Jazeera
Protesters in Venice demonstrated against Amazon founder Jeff Bezos's multimillion-dollar wedding, citing environmental issues and over-tourism, despite local officials and businesses welcoming the event as an economic boost. The protests highlighted ongoing tensions between the city's preservation and the influx of wealthy visitors.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by BBC
Protesters in Venice claim a significant victory after Jeff Bezos and his wedding guests were forced to change their celebration venue from the city center to the Arsenale, as activists oppose the influx of wealthy visitors, over-tourism, and environmental concerns, viewing the event as a symbol of excess and unsustainable lifestyles.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by BBC
Protests in Barcelona highlight residents' concerns over over-tourism, rising rents, and displacement, with locals demanding better management of tourism and housing. The city faces strain from over 15 million visitors annually, leading to evictions and loss of community for many residents, while authorities plan to ban short-term rentals from 2028 to address these issues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Amsterdam has banned the construction of new hotels after the number of tourist overnight stays hit 20 million in 2023, with only existing hotels being allowed to proceed and new ones permitted only if an old one shuts down. This move is part of the city's efforts to address over-tourism and follows the "Tourism in balance" policy, which aims to limit tourist overnight stays to 20 million a year. The city is also encouraging developers to consider sites outside the city center and to prioritize modern and sustainable hotel construction.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Kyoto's Gion district, known for its picturesque alleys and geisha culture, is closing off private-property alleys to tourists due to complaints about misbehaving visitors and over-tourism. Signs will be put up in April warning tourists to stay out, with a fine of 10,000 yen for trespassing. The ban covers only a few blocks, while public streets will remain open. The move reflects growing resentment towards over-tourism, despite Japan's reliance on tourism revenue for economic growth.