This weekend, campaigners in over a dozen southern European tourist hotspots will protest against the phenomenon dubbed 'touristification.' This widespread action aims to highlight how cities are increasingly adjusted to favor tourists at the expense of local residents. Demonstrations are set for cities like Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca, where thousands are expected to march against rising housing costs and environmental degradation linked to tourism. Notably, organizers emphasize that tourists themselves are not the enemy, but rather the exploitative systems and individuals profiting from the changes to urban life.
In Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca, the protests aim to address the issue of 'touristification' reshaping cities to prioritize tourists over locals.
Campaigners argue that tourism has funneled profits to a few while locals face rising housing costs, environmental issues, and precarious jobs.
Asier Basurto clarified that the protests are not against tourists, but against those who exploit housing and labor markets for profit.
The protests across Europe represent a collective demand for a reevaluation of tourism that prioritizes local communities and sustainable practices.
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