The Growing Pains of European Tourism: An Analysis of Anti-Overtourism Protests
The Growing Pains of European Tourism: An Analysis of Anti-Overtourism Protests Recent protests across Southern Europe highlight a growing conflict between the economic benefits of tourism and its negative impacts on resident communities. Demonstrations in Spain and Italy, organized under the banner of “Sud d’Europa contra la TuristitzacioĢ” (Southern Europe against Overtourism), saw thousands take to the streets to voice their concerns about uncontrolled tourism. The protests, marked by actions such as water pistol firings, smoke displays, and sticker campaigns…