On July 6, thousands of anti-tourism protesters marched through the streets of Barcelona, shouting: "Tourists go home!"
Tourists caught in the crossfire of Barcelona's July protest — some of whom endured water guns and confrontations caught on tape — may not be inclined to return.
And the top three most popular destinations were the very spots where protesters staged marches this year.
A spokesperson for Barcelona's City Council told CNBC Travel that managing the city's tourism is one its main priorities since it is "reaching a limit with 17 million visitors per year."
'Winning the struggle'Despite claims that an influx of summer tourists humiliated protesters, Rivacoba said they are enthusiastic.
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