Kyoto addresses overtourism by introducing a new $65 nightly hotel tax beginning in 2026
Kyoto Implements New Tourist Tax to Combat Overtourism As overtourism becomes a pressing concern, Kyoto, Japan’s historic city, is gearing up to take significant action. Starting in March 2026, it will introduce the country’s highest accommodation tax for tourists, aiming to ease overcrowding and preserve local culture. Under this new system, visitors at luxury hotels […]
Lisbon tram filled with tourists derails, resulting in 15 deaths amid criticism of overtourism
Lisbon Funicular Derailment Claims Lives A tragic incident occurred on Wednesday during rush hour when the Glória Funicular in Lisbon derailed, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and injuring 18 individuals, including a child. The event has raised concerns about safety and the impact of tourism. Fabiana Pavel, the president of the Bairro Alto Residents […]
Mexico City reviews rental strategy following local protests against overtourism by Americans and others
Residents of Mexico City have voiced their frustrations regarding the influx of tourists in their city. Over the weekend, a protest saw hundreds take to the streets, calling for stricter housing regulations and measures to control tourism. In response, local officials have begun to act on these concerns, laying out a plan to tackle gentrification […]
Beach conflict intensifies between residents and tourists as overtourism rises
As tourism pressures escalate, locals in Europe are increasingly vying for beach access during the summer months. Local tourism in Spain has plummeted by about 800,000 visitors, while foreign tourist numbers rose by 1.94 million, as reported by the Associated Press (AP). Wendy Davila, a local, reminisced about her childhood vacations in Alicante, expressing a […]
Barcelona residents use water guns to demonstrate against tourists due to overtourism issues.
In response to the growing issue of overtourism, citizens in various European countries are starting to take action. Recently, protests took place in Barcelona and Mallorca, Spain, where demonstrators expressed their frustrations over the influx of travelers. Participants carried signs with messages like “One more tourist, one resident” and “Tourists are going home,” calling for […]
Greece to impose tax for cruise visitors on popular islands to combat overtourism
It may cost a little extra to visit the Greek islands of Santorini and Mykonos as government authorities develop a strategy to curb overtourism on the islands. Greek authorities are planning to impose a tax on cruise ship passengers during the peak summer season, Reuters reported. The tax for tourists taking cruises to Santorini and […]
Rome could charge entry to historic landmark in latest attempt to tackle overtourism
Visiting Rome's 18th-century fountain will likely cost you more than the coins you toss into the water. Italian authorities are considering allocating time slots for visiting the historic Trevi Fountain to curb tourist overcrowding. According to Reuters, the plans would require people to book the fountain in advance for a specific time and would limit […]
The Observer view on overtourism: sometimes, the planet’s hotspots are best left unvisited | Observer editorial
Climbing Everest was once an even more dangerous challenge than it is today, requiring great courage, endurance and skill. Yet mountains can kill people. A century ago, this trail claimed the lives of two of Britain’s greatest mountaineers, George Mallory and Sandy Irvine. The world’s highest mountain finally succumbed to human challenge almost 30 years […]