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Armen GEORGIAN

Wish you weren't here? Responding to growing tourist numbers in the EU

TALKING EUROPE © FRANCE 24

As tourism in Europe recovers from the lean years of the Covid-19 pandemic, the continent is once again confronted with what the European Parliament has termed "overtourism"; visitor numbers that can impact landscapes, seascapes, air and water quality, as well as the living conditions of local residents. Overtourism can cause economic inequality and even social exclusion. Our guests hail from two of the EU's most popular tourist destinations: Croatia and Spain. They discuss the economic benefits of tourism, as well as efforts to make it more sustainable.

Programme prepared by Isabelle Romero, Sophie Samaille et Perrine Desplats

The action was co-financed by the European Union in the frame of the European Parliament's grant programme in the field of communication. The European Parliament was not involved in its preparation and is, in no case, responsible for or bound by the information or opinions expressed in the context of this action. In accordance with applicable law, the authors, interviewed people, publishers or programme broadcasters are solely responsible. The European Parliament can also not be held liable for direct or indirect damage that may result from the implementation of the action.

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