Fake signs and hunger strikes: What's behind Europe's backlash against overtourism?

Overtourism is putting pressure on health services, waste management, water supplies and housing at the expense of residents. As Europe nears peak summer season, tourist hotspots are increasingly feeling the strain. In some places, like Spain, locals have long been growing weary of the ‘sun, sex and sangria’ tourism certain destinations attract. But now the issue is more than just nuisance behaviour. Rising visitor numbers are putting pressure on health services, waste management, water supplies and housing at the expense …