In recent years, travel has become more accessible than ever—flights are cheaper, social media makes every destination look irresistible, and the idea of being “well-traveled” has become a status symbol. But behind the glossy Instagram photos lies a growing problem: overtourism. Overtourism occurs when too many visitors flood a destination, straining local resources and diminishing residents’ quality of life. It’s more than just crowded beaches or long lines at landmarks; it’s a crisis with social and environmental consequences.

In many popular destinations, locals are being evicted from their homes as landlords turn residential properties into short-term rentals to capitalize on the tourism boom. Revolving doors of visitors and investors are slowly replacing communities that once thrived

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