The word overtourism, which gained popularity from a 2016 Skift article, highlights the environmental concerns and community impacts faced by overcrowded travel destinations.
Destinations like Amsterdam and Barcelona, which once welcomed crowds, now grapple with the repercussions of overtourism, including strained resources and community protests.
Travelers increasingly seek alternatives to popular destinations, like Chioggia as an alternative to Venice, in search of similar experiences without the crowding.
Since 2020, sustainability has emerged as a critical focus in travel discussions, pushing for environmentally-friendly practices that benefit both travelers and host communities.
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