Two years of travel restrictions due to Covid are followed by mass tourism becoming a problem in many destinations. Tourist number restrictions, tourist taxes and fees, rental limits – these are only a few of the measures that different destinations apply in an effort the protect the residents as well as the environment. Most measures however are not as effective as the authorities hoped.
Sustainability/ Mass Tourism Is Back Again
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TOURIST BEHAVIOR BECOMING WORSE THAN EVER
Tourist behavior around the world has been discussed extensively. Ancient rock formations are being toppled, obscene acts are being committed on statues, and sacrilege is occurring at holy sites with increasing frequency. It is difficult to avoid coming across examples of disrespectful behavior while scrolling through social media or reading the news. What motivates travelers to act in such a deplorable manner?
Various factors explain the decline in tourist behavior. These include the lack of k...
TOURIST DESTINATIONS RESPOND TO OVERTOURISM
New measures to address overtourism are designed to lessen the significant impact of tourism in popular tourist destinations like Japan and Mykonos. In Santorini, consideration is being given to limiting the number of cruise ships to reduce congestion on its Aegean shores and safeguard its authentic charm.
Overtourism Measures: Japan and Venice Have Opted for Taxation
Implementing overtourism measures could help tourist destinations like Santorini regain tranquility and preserve their fragile ...
TRAVEL TO FILMING LOCATIONS RESULTS IN MASS TOURISM
Filming locations have been popular holiday destinations since the early days of cinema. However, this trend has gained momentum with the rise of streaming platforms. Many tourists now plan their travels to explore famous landmarks, cities, and squares they have seen on the screen, giving this trend a name—"set-jetting."
In the 1980s, the movie "Crocodile Dundee" led to a 40% increase in tourist visas for Australia. Similarly, between 2000 and 2006, the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy resulte...
OVERTOURISM IS BACK: MOST DESTINATIONS EXCEED THEIR VISITOR RECORDS
Overtourism is causing problems in popular destinations, but cities proactively implement measures to address this issue, reassuring residents and visitors alike. Authorities in various regions, including Europe and Asia, have introduced restrictions on vacation rentals, limited the number of daily visitors, restricted access to iconic landmarks, and imposed tourist taxes. Approximately 140 cities across Europe charge some form of tax to visitors.
Amsterdam
Amsterdam, known for its history and...