The Louvre, affected by overtourism, shuts its doorways to guests as staff strike

The Louvre, affected by overtourism, shuts its doorways to guests as staff strike

The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum and a global symbol of art, beauty and endurance, remained shuttered Monday — not by war but by its own exhausted staff, who say the institution in Paris is crumbling from within. The spontaneous strike erupted during a routine internal meeting, as gallery attendants, ticket agents and security personnel … Read more

Spanish locals shoot water at guests in protests in opposition to mass tourism – Nationwide

Spanish locals shoot water at guests in protests in opposition to mass tourism – Nationwide

Protesters used water pistols against unsuspecting tourists in Barcelona and on the Spanish island of Mallorca on Sunday as demonstrators marched to demand a rethink of an economic model they believe is fueling a housing crunch and erasing the character of their hometowns. The marches were part of a coordinated effort by activists concerned with … Read more