articleThe Brief Barcelona is considering a steep tax increase for cruise passengers who stay fewer than 12 hours. As European destinations continue to push back against overtourism, Barcelona is taking an even tougher stance, with city officials embracing the message: "Not one tourist more." But the message of the city now is, ‘Not one tourist more,’" Donaire told The New York Times. Protesters carried signs reading, "One more tourist, one less resident," and "Tourist go home," calling for changes to an economy they believe has become overly dependent on tourism. Local perspective:"Barcelona has been handed to the tourists," resident Andreu Martínez said in July 2024, explaining that the water guns were intended to irritate visitors.