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Residents in southern European cities like Barcelona, Lisbon, and Venice protested against overtourism using water pistols, highlighting issues such as rising housing costs, strain on infrastructure, and environmental concerns, with some cities implementing measures to curb tourist numbers.
Protesters in Spain, notably in Barcelona and Mallorca, used water pistols to target tourists in demonstrations against overtourism, which they believe is harming local communities and driving up housing costs. The protests are part of a broader movement addressing the negative impacts of mass tourism and short-term rentals like Airbnb, with authorities taking measures to regulate the industry.