Impacts of Overtourism

Conversation - B2-C1 | Advance Level

Dec. 07 Sun , 08:00 USA

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Description

In this advanced-level lesson, the students will explore the complex issue of overtourism by examining its impact on local communities, housing, social behavior, and the environment. They will discuss real-world examples from their own countries, evaluate the role of global companies, and propose practical solutions. The goal is to help learners express well-reasoned viewpoints, analyze global problems, and use advanced vocabulary to articulate sustainable approaches to tourism.

Session Activities

1. How would you describe the tourist culture in your country?

2. Do you think tourism generally brings more benefits or problems to a country?

3. Have you ever visited a place that felt “too crowded”? What was the experience like?

1. Is your country or city experiencing overtourism? Which areas are most affected?

2. If a place becomes very popular, what do you think happens to the cost of living there?

3. What do you think are the biggest housing-related issues in cities with many visitors?

4. What do you think about platforms like Airbnb? Do they help communities or make things worse?

5. What can travelers do to be more responsible when visiting crowded places?

6. What changes have you noticed in natural places that get many visitors?

7. What do you think is the best long-term solution to overtourism?

8. Do you think overtourism creates a kind of “elitism,” where only rich people can enjoy quiet destinations?

A victim of its own success

something harmed because it became too popular

Hit the breaking point

reach maximum capacity

Mass tourism

tourism involving very large numbers of people

Elitism

idea that a small group deserves more power or privilege than other

Rent inflation

rising rental prices

Tourist tax

extra fee visitors pay to enter or stay in a place