#overtourism

#overtourism

Influencer-led travel has surged, with group trips organized by content creators becoming a lucrative revenue stream by connecting communities with curated experiences.

Overtourism has become an increasing concern for popular vacation destinations in the post-pandemic years, as an overwhelming influx of visitors to Instagrammable hot spots puts pressure on local infrastructure and communities.

Spain has become a victim of its own success, with the golden visa program ending and locals concerned about housing affordability due to an influx of expats.

"Protestors gathered en masse in Barcelona, cheering and holding signs that said things like 'mass tourism kills the city', and wielding water guns—the images have become synonymous with the movement against overtourism."

"I think they could do so much with the property that they have. And the Grand Islander is not fully sold out," he continued, referring to Hilton's latest tower, which opened in 2017.

The keyboxes, small boxes with a digital pad used for short-term rentals, symbolize the local Florentine anger at tourists, highlighting the transformation of the city.

Indonesia's decision to halt new hotel constructions in Bali stems from rising overtourism concerns. With nearly 3 million visitors this year, the governor aims for stability by promoting 'quality' tourism.