'We find it hard to breathe. It's like breathing next to a hairdryer': Will Europe's extreme weather make us change our holiday habits?
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The article discusses how extreme weather events like floods in Lanzarote and heatwaves in Europe are impacting tourism. Declan Dillon, a bar owner in Lanzarote, highlights the dramatic changes in patron behavior, noting that outdoor seating has diminished significantly due to uncomfortable heat, while indoor seating remains crowded with customers demanding air conditioning. Additionally, tougher immigration policies in the U.S. and growing protests against overtourism add to the changing dynamics in travel preferences, making previously popular destinations less appealing.
Declan Dillon describes the sharp decline in outdoor patrons in his bar due to rising heat and the impacts of climate change on tourism.
The increasing challenges of extreme weather, immigration policies, and societal protests are reshaping perceptions of ideal holiday destinations.
Read at Independent
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