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flag In 2024, rising local backlash over overtourism led to entry fees, bans, and protests in cities like Barcelona, Venice, and Amsterdam.

flag In 2024, growing tensions between locals and tourists erupted in multiple countries, with Spain, Japan, Venice, and Amsterdam implementing measures like entry fees, bans, and public campaigns to address overtourism. flag Residents in Barcelona, Kyoto, and Amsterdam protested overcrowding, rising costs, and cultural erosion, while Croatia increased fines for misconduct. flag Turkey faced unrest and public support for closing borders to refugees, and Iran remained perceived as unwelcoming due to political tensions. flag A YouGov survey found widespread local resentment across Europe and Asia over tourism’s impact on housing, environment, and identity.

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