Fodor’s putting the Canary Islands on the “No List” might feel like a slap in the face to a place we love. But maybe it’s actually a wake-up call. Overtourism is a beast—a hungry one. It eats up homes, cultures, and peace of mind. If we don’t learn to travel with a little more empathy and a lot less entitlement, we’re going to keep seeing more protests, more “No Lists,” and more places that become sad shadows of themselves.
So, next time you book a trip, ask yourself: Am I visiting a destination, or am I visiting a community? Because one of those leaves a place better than you found it. And the other? Well, that’s how a paradise ends up on a list you don’t want to be on. Cheers to traveling smarter, friend. 🏝️
