„Over Tourism“: Our own behaviour is part of the solution.

„Tourists go home!“ Since last year, we can hear the cries and protests from the local communities against the flood of tourists more and more often. “Over Tourism” is the new buzzword, which also plays a big part in the discussions and panels happening at ITB, the international tourism fair currently happening in Berlin. There are many reasons for the current overload at tourism hotspots – our travel and consumption patterns are part of it.

In the next years, Naturefriends International will put the fight against climate change and for more climate justice into the focus of its work. It makes specific politic demands and calls on politicians to act quickly.

Locals protesting on the streets vs the tourism industry rejoicing in rising guest numbers – Naturefriends demand quality and sustainability rather than thoughtless growth!

Brussels, June 20, 2017 – More than 250 non-government organisations from across Europe have today released an alternative vision for a more democratic, just and sustainable Europe.

Civil Society Organisations demand fundamental change within the current tourism model.

In a joint declaration with partner organisations from all over the world, Naturefriends International request the tourism industry to transform its business model. Tourism development needs to be fair, consider future consequences and show responsibility towards the environment and the people it affects.