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Mallorca just had its second mass demonstration against mass tourism this summer. Expect more to come in other hot spots in Spain.
Over 20,000 protestors took to the streets of Palma de Mallorca to speak out against overtourism as Spain continues to emerge as one of the most popular destinations in Europe.
The protestors marched under the slogan "Let’s change course, let’s set limits to tourism." More than 80 organizations, including neighborhood associations, community groups and activist organizations, marched with demands to limit mass tourism.
Demonstrators asked for more affordable housing, end of real estate speculation and gentrification, fair wages and better conservation of natural spaces and respect for local culture