Do you really know? Could tourism quotas help preserve endangered local environments?
Aug 7, 2025
Overtourism is wreaking havoc on beloved natural spots. Discover how Corsica has implemented tourism quotas to protect its stunning landscapes. With advance reservations and limited parking, they aim to balance visitor enjoyment with environmental preservation. This innovative approach begs the question: Could similar strategies be effective elsewhere, like in Venice or Machu Picchu? Tune in to explore the future of travel and conservation.
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Corsica's Tourism Quotas Example
- Corsica introduced tourism quotas in mid-June 2022 for three popular sites to control visitor numbers.
- Tourists must now reserve online, and Lavezzi Islands limit visitors to 2,000 daily.
Venice Limits Tourism Access
- Venice banned cruise ships from historic centre in 2021 to regulate tourism.
- From 2023, day-trippers to Venice must pay an entrance fee, limiting casual visits.
Global Quotas Protect Sites
- Machu Picchu uses a reservation system with daily visitor caps and 4-hour stay limits.
- Bhutan has limited tourism by quotas since the 1970s to protect its environment and culture.