NEW YORK PRESENTATION

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INTRODUCTION

7. Conclusion

6. How Can Travellers and Individuals Help?

5. What Can Be Done to Resolve Overtourism in NYC?

4. Negative Consequences of Overtourism in NYC

3. When/Why/How Did Overtourism Begin in NYC?

2. Why is New York City a Popular Tourist Destination?

1. Definition of Overtourism

• Heading: What is Overtourism? • Content: Definition: Overtourism occurs when a destination receives an excessive number of tourists, overwhelming the local infrastructure and causing environmental and social issues. Key Characteristics: Overcrowding, strain on public services, environmental damage, and disruption to the daily life of residents.

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Why is New York City a Popular Tourist Destination?

• Heading: New York City: A Global Tourist Hotspot• Content:Iconic landmarks: Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Empire State Building, Central Park.Cultural diversity and arts: Broadway, museums, and galleries.Shopping, dining, and entertainment: Fifth Avenue, restaurants, and events.Historical significance: Symbol of the American Dream, a center of immigration.Annual visitors: Over 60 million visitors for year.

• Heading: The Rise of Overtourism in NYC • Content: - When: Overtourism became more noticeable in the last decade, as international tourism surged. - Why: Affordable air travel, increased marketing, and the rise of social media influencing tourists to visit popular locations. - How: Unchecked growth in visitor numbers without corresponding investment in infrastructure or regulations.

When/Why/How Did Overtourism Begin in NYC?

• Heading: The Impact of Overtourism on NYC• Content: Environmental impact: Increased waste, pollution, and strain on public parks (e.g., Central Park). Infrastructure strain: Public transport overwhelmed, longer wait times, and overcrowding in popular areas. Local community impact: Rising housing costs, displacement due to short-term rentals (Airbnb), loss of local character, and small businesses catering more to tourists than residents. Cultural erosion: Iconic neighborhoods like Times Square becoming overly commercialized and losing their authenticity.

Negative Consequences for the Environment and Local Community

• Heading: The Impact of Overtourism on NYC• Content:- Environmental impact: Increased waste, pollution, and strain on public parks (e.g., Central Park).- Infrastructure strain: Public transport overwhelmed, longer wait times, and overcrowding in popular areas.- Local community impact: Rising housing costs, displacement due to short-term rentals (Airbnb), loss of local character, and small businesses catering more to tourists than residents.- Cultural erosion: Iconic neighborhoods like Times Square becoming overly commercialized and losing their authenticity.

What Can Be Done to Resolve Overtourism in NYC?

• Heading: Responsible Tourism in NYC • Content: - Respect local culture: Support local businesses and respect the city’s diversity. - Sustainable travel choices: Use public transport, minimize waste, and avoid overcrowded spots during peak times. - Support responsible tourism initiatives: Choose eco-friendly tours and accommodations, and travel during the off-season. - Learn about the city beyond tourist traps: Explore neighborhoods outside of Manhattan, such as Brooklyn or the Bronx, to experience authentic NYC.

HOW CAN TRAVELLERS AND INDIVIDUALS HELP ?

In recent years, overtourism in Italy has grown exponentially, especially in the most popular tourist destinations and appreciated by visitors from all over the world. Unfortunately, overcrowding has negative effects not only on the environment but also on the artistic and cultural heritage, putting at risk both the experience of tourists and the quality of life of residents. Overtourism is now a problem particularly felt in places such as Venice, Siena or the Cinque Terre, where mass tourism has for many years had a direct impact on the conservation of historical and natural heritage, but also in small towns, whose beauties have suddenly become very popular. For some years, the effects of mass tourism have become increasingly felt and have caused:- Damage to cultural heritage: Monuments such as the Colosseum or the Tower of Pisa suffer from accelerated wear and tear due to the huge number of tourists making it difficult to maintain the oldest structures intact. - Environmental degradation: Extraordinary locations, such as the beaches of Sardinia or the mountains of the Dolomites in Trentino, are at risk not only of erosion but also of air, water and soil pollution, Due to the presence of people and the continuous passage of means of transport. - Overcrowding: Art cities like Rome or Florence have long known a large tourist infestation that makes it difficult for residents to lead a normal life in their daily lives. - Economic impact: Excessive mass tourism can lead to higher prices of real estate and basic necessities, making life unaffordable for local residents. - Loss of local authenticity: Traditional activities and local shops are often replaced by commercial activities geared exclusively to tourists, depriving the destination of its unique character and limiting the exploitation of the originality of the place. The Italian Association of Responsible Tourism, AITR, has been a spokesperson for the difficulties of the most overcrowded tourist areas, trying to propose an innovative and responsible approach to address this problem.

OVERTURISM IN ITALY

Antonio, Alice e Miguel

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