https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20260218-extreme-ways-countries-are-combatting-overtourism
Feb 19, 2026 · As global travel surges toward 1.8 billion arrivals, destinations are testing controversial new measures to control the crowds. The cherry blossoms are still blooming beneath Mount Fuji, and the...
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/what-is-overtourism
Sep 7, 2023 · With visitor numbers around the world increasing towards pre-pandemic levels, the issue of overtourism is once again rearing its head. This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller...
https://sustainabletravel.org/what-is-overtourism/
Aug 15, 2024 · Overtourism occurs when too many visitors flock to a destination, exceeding its ability to manage them sustainably and leading to negative impacts such as overcrowding, environmental degradation, strained infrastructure, reduced quality of life for residents, and a diminished visitor experience.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overtourism
Overtourism is congestion or overcrowding from an excess of tourists, resulting in conflicts with locals.
https://www.thoroughlytravel.com/overtourism/
May 5, 2026 · While it might just feel inconvenient for travellers, overtourism can have much deeper consequences for local communities, the environment, and cultural identity. In this guide, we break down what overtourism actually is, why it happens, and what it looks like in real destinations.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/overtourism-too-much-of-a-good-thing/
May 3, 2026 · What's often cropped out are the crowds and long lines – the frustrations that can come with vacationing today, or living in a vacation destination. "Where we see neighborhoods starting to serve...
https://www.theguardian.com/news/overtourism
José Antonio Donaire is not against tourists but wants to return the city to its residents – and he is starting with its most iconic market. Stop brunch! How a rustic Catalan meal is taking the...
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/15/what-causes-overtourism-its-not-people-its-government-mismanagement.html
Oct 15, 2024 · Protestors marched through Barcelona on July 6 demanding that the city reduce the number of tourists who visit. Demand is not going to go down. But the city is focused on "flow," a spokesperson...
https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/columnist/2025/08/11/travelers-avoid-these-tourist-hotspots/85555704007/
Aug 11, 2025 · A recent survey by Global Rescue found that 73% of travelers are worried about overtourism, and more than half are actively avoiding popular destinations like France, Spain, Italy, and Thailand.
https://apnews.com/article/europe-mass-tourism-france-spain-italy-overtourism-fc99da0aa610dca84b8a2753645a0d6a
As the growing tide of travelers strains housing, water and the most Instagrammable hotspots in the region, protests and measures to lessen the effects of overtourism have proliferated. Here’s a look at the issue in some of Europe’s most visited destinations.
