Overtourism is rattling cities across Europe, where some activists blame short-term rental companies like Airbnb for the rising cost of living.

Airbnb has hit back at those blaming the company for the issues arising from overtourism across Europe. Many countries across the continent have been experiencing a number of problems as a result of mass tourism, and now the holiday property rental company has addressed city leaders regarding the issue.

Protesters in Barcelona and Mallorca used water guns against tourists to spotlight the negative impacts of overtourism on local communities. As thousands rallied, they demanded action on housing issues and the preservation of their towns' character,