Wander Your Way

Overtourism: What It Is, Why It Matters and How You Can Help


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Overtourism isn’t just a travel buzzword — it’s a growing challenge that can impact the places we love most.

In this episode, I break down exactly what overtourism is and how it changes a destination — from overcrowded streets to rising prices that push out locals. 

I share a personal story from my own life about how it affected a place I once called home.

And we’ll look at the ways governments are trying to tackle the problem.

Most importantly, I’ll give you practical, doable tips for being a responsible traveler — so you can still enjoy incredible destinations while helping to protect them for future generations. 

Whether you’re planning your next trip or just curious about how tourism shapes the world, this episode will inspire you to travel a little smarter and a lot more thoughtfully.

Want to chat more about overtourism?

Send me a message at [email protected]


In this episode:

1:55: Intro

2:52: What is overtourism?


11:38: Pricing out locals


14:51: Government measures


19:55: What YOU can do

24:26: Wrapping it up


Important links:

Responsible Tourism Partnership

Here Not There with Andrew Nelson

My 10 Favorite Wonderful Underrated Destinations in Europe

Sustainable Travel International


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