Articles tagged “overtourism”

Tourism

How Spanish Destinations Balance Tourism Growth and Sustainability

While becoming a popular destination may benefit local economies, overtourism also comes with environmental and cultural downsides. Spain’s various regions demonstrate unique ways to simultaneously inspire growth and prioritize sustainability, modeling the future of responsible tourism in one of the most visited regions in the world.
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Spain’s Malaga to Ban Short-Term Rentals in Over 40 Neighborhoods

Malaga's politicians are aiming to relieve the strain on affordable housing by tightening regulations on short-term rentals. However, given the current popularity of southern Spain, this move could shift the pressure to nearby destinations.
Tourism

Locals in Spain’s Canary Islands Rally to Limit Tourism

You know how sometimes you go on vacation and think, "Wow, this place is great, I wish I could live here!" Well, it turns out the people who actually live there might be thinking, "Wow, I wish all these tourists would go away."
Tourism

Skift Global Forum Video: Shaping the Future of Heritage Tourism

Careful planning is required to balance a surge in heritage tourism with the delicate responsibility of protecting the historic sites that hold so much appeal. At this year’s Skift Global Forum, Melanie de Souza of the Royal Commission for AlUla discussed the region’s blueprint for sustainable heritage travel in the modern age.
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