Diana Nuri Rohmawati
- Digital Nomad & Remote Work
- September 12, 2026
- 16 views
Why Travelers Should Skip Ko Lipe Amid Growing Overtourism Concerns
Nearly two decades after its emergence as a secluded backpacker haven, the Thai island of Ko Lipe has become a central case study in the complex debate surrounding sustainable tourism,…
Chandra Hamzah
- Cruise Industry News
- July 22, 2026
- 61 views
Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class Ship "Legend of the Seas" Faces Barcelona’s Overtourism Debate in a Bold European Debut
The arrival of the Legend of the Seas in Barcelona this week signifies far more than the deployment of another technologically advanced cruise vessel. For Royal Caribbean, it represents a…
- Cruise Industry News
- July 21, 2026
- 65 views
Barcelona Imposes Significant Tax Hike on Cruise Passengers Amidst Overtourism Concerns
Barcelona’s local government has decisively moved to implement a substantial increase in taxes levied on cruise ship passengers, a bold move signaling a strategic shift in the city’s approach to…
- Cruise Industry News
- July 7, 2026
- 51 views
The Arrival of the ‘Legend of the Seas’ in Barcelona: A Bold Test for Royal Caribbean Amidst Overtourism Debates
The recent docking of Royal Caribbean International’s Legend of the Seas in Barcelona marks a pivotal moment, extending far beyond the mere introduction of another colossal cruise vessel. This event…
- Digital Nomad & Remote Work
- July 5, 2026
- 42 views
The Transformation of Ko Lipe and the Growing Crisis of Overtourism in Thailand’s Adang-Rawi Archipelago
Ko Lipe, a small island situated in the Adang-Rawi Archipelago of the Andaman Sea, has undergone a radical transformation over the past two decades, evolving from a remote backpacker outpost…
- Cruise Industry News
- June 2, 2026
- 64 views
Barcelona’s Mayor Proposes Doubling Tourist Tax on Cruise Passengers to Combat Overtourism
As the European summer cruise season looms, Barcelona’s Mayor, Jaume Collboni, has put forth a significant proposal to immediately double the tourist tax for cruise passengers making short stops in…
Tatiana Tantri Indah Sari
- Travel Technology & Industry Innovation
- May 31, 2026
- 74 views
The Global Overtourism Framework: A Decade On, Revealing Its Rich-World Bias and Neglecting Developing Nations’ Realities
The travel industry has spent the better part of a decade talking about overtourism as if it were a universal condition with universal solutions. Reduce promotion. Disperse visitors geographically. Regulate…
- Cruise Industry News
- May 28, 2026
- 67 views
Cruise Tourism Faces Growing Backlash: Destinations Implement Restrictions Amidst Overtourism and Environmental Concerns
Mexico’s recent decision to halt Royal Caribbean’s ambitious "Perfect Day" project, a development poised to inject $800 million into the local economy and create numerous jobs, appears counterintuitive at first…
- Cruise Industry News
- May 20, 2026
- 64 views
Barcelona Seeks to Double Cruise Passenger Tax Amid Overtourism Concerns
Barcelona, a jewel of the Mediterranean and a perennial favorite for global travelers, is poised to significantly alter its approach to cruise tourism. As the vibrant European summer season gears…
- Digital Nomad & Remote Work
- April 29, 2026
- 71 views
The Evolution of Ko Lipe From Backpacker Paradise to a Case Study in Thai Overtourism and Environmental Degradation
The island of Ko Lipe, once regarded as one of Thailand’s final frontiers for intrepid travelers, has undergone a radical transformation over the past two decades, transitioning from a remote…
Anjar Salim
Budi Mulyono
Lukman Taruna Persada Ramadan
