10 Questions
What is the purpose of the tourism pledge in Iceland?
To ask tourists to avoid driving off-road and going to the toilet in nature
What is the daily tourist tax in Bhutan?
$100 per day
What is the goal of Amsterdam's 'Stay Away' advertising campaign?
To discourage young British men and stag parties from visiting
What is the purpose of limiting the number of tourist beds available in Amsterdam?
To control the number of tourists visiting the city
What is the expected outcome of Bhutan's daily tourist tax?
A decrease in the volume of tourists visiting and the length of their visit
What is one of the main reasons for anti-tourist protests in places like the Canary Islands?
Tourists disrespecting local culture and nature
Which city has taken the unusual step of removing a bus route from Google Maps to reduce tourist impact?
Barcelona
What measure has been implemented in Venice to control the number of tourists?
Tourist fees for daytrippers
What type of tourists are generally considered undesirable according to the text?
Tourists disrespecting local traditions
What action has Bali recently taken due to tourists' inappropriate behavior?
Introduced a new tourism levy
Study Notes
Anti-Tourist Sentiment
- Protests against tourists have been seen in destinations like Ibiza, Mallorca, Barcelona, Athens, and Málaga due to concerns over disrespect for local culture and nature.
- Locals want tourists who respect their land, culture, and environment, and who contribute to the local economy.
Measures to Control Tourism
- Barcelona has removed a bus route from Google Maps to prevent tourists from overcrowding buses and pushing out locals.
- The Balearic Islands have introduced alcohol restrictions to control disorderly behavior.
- Venice has introduced tourist fees for daytrippers to reduce the flow of visitors.
- Bali has introduced a tourism levy after incidents of disrespect towards holy sites.
Tourism Pledges and Taxes
- Iceland has a tourism pledge asking tourists to avoid driving off-road and going to the toilet in nature.
- Palau has a tourism pledge written by local children asking visitors to tread lightly and preserve their homeland.
- Bhutan has a daily tourist tax of $100 per day, which limits the number of tourists and their length of stay.
- Venice has introduced a €5 daily tourist tax.
Limiting Tourism Numbers and Capacities
- Amsterdam has decided to control the number of tourist beds available in the city by not building more hotels.
De-Marketing and Selective Tourism
- Destinations are starting to actively discourage certain types of tourists, such as young British men and stag parties.
- Amsterdam's "Stay Away" campaign targets these groups, warning them of arrest for inappropriate behavior.
As popular destinations change their expectations, locals are speaking out against 'bad tourists'. From protests to new regulations, how will this impact travel?
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