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‘Group touring can offer a responsible way to ease overtourism’

Operators
10 August 2022

Earlier this summer, Barcelona put new measures in place to help the city manage its influx of tourists and – in particular – the perceived inconvenience or impact of larger group tours.

Spain is the most popular destination amongst Scottish travellers (Credit: iStock)

(Credit: iStock)

These new measures included maximum group sizes, one-way systems, planning routes in advance and the use of headsets to avoid loud projections or megaphones.

Barcelona has long been Spain’s foremost tourist city, and its glorious historic, cultural and sporting sights are a draw for travellers from all over the world. 

As a company that has helped to open the eyes of international travellers to the beauty, heritage and vitality of Barcelona for more than 70 years, The Travel Corporation’s touring brands are as committed as any to helping preserve its treasures, and to maintaining the quality of the experience in the city for both visitors and residents.