Spaniards turn water pistols on visitors to protest mass tourism

The tourists who were targeted by water blasts laughed it off. Cities like Barcelona and the island of Mallorca have seen housing costs skyrocket as homes are diverted to the short-term rental market.

Spaniards turn water pistols on visitors to protest mass tourism
A protester with a water gun takes part in a protest against overtourism in Barcelona, Spain on Sunday.

The tourists who were targeted by water blasts laughed it off. Cities like Barcelona and the island of Mallorca have seen housing costs skyrocket as homes are diverted to the short-term rental market.

(Image credit: Pau Venteo)