Overtourism refers to the negative impact of too many tourists visiting a destination at the same time. This phenomenon strains local infrastructure, damages the environment, disrupts communities, and reduces the overall quality of travel experiences. Learn how overtourism affects popular spots, how destinations are responding, and what responsible travel looks like in an overcrowded world.
Greece has introduced a sustainable tourism fee for cruise passengers – up to €20 per disembarkation on popular islands – aimed at managing overtourism and funding local infrastructure improvements.
Barcelona will reduce the number of cruise ships allowed to dock by closing several terminals and cutting port capacity – a move to combat overtourism and protect residents’ quality of life.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s multi-day wedding in Venice has ignited fierce backlash over ongoing overtourism, with locals proclaiming “No Space for Bezos” amid fears the event underscores the city’s transformation into an elite playground.