First overtourism index to provide solutions

People and nature suffer from the masses of tourists, but the economy cannot do without this source of income: How can we make the transition from overtourism to sustainable destination management? 

Holidays have a negative impact on the environment simply because of the journey to and from the destination. The climate crisis and mass tourism have sensitized travelers. European holiday destinations in Europe are therefore trying to remain attractive to tourists with targeted measures and offers.

"Tourists go home!" chanted the people as they walked past terraces full of foreign guests in Palma de Mallorca. For many locals in Europe's hotspots, the jig is finally up. But an end to tourismꞌ cannot be the solution.