Mass Tourism Record Spurs Local Backlash Across Southern Europe

Global tourism hit a record 1.5 billion overnight stays last year, with another record expected this year, fueling protests in Mallorca, Ibiza, Lisbon, and Athens over housing costs and overcrowding. The backlash is increasingly targeting digital nomads, signaling a shift in local sentiment. This development could pressure governments to impose stricter tourism regulations, affecting travel and real estate markets.