Naughty or Nice: Tourism from a Locals Eyes

Welcome to a Vacation Town, through the eyes of a local! While we love sharing our coastal charm, the boom in short-term rentals and "over tourism" is creating a housing crisis that threatens the very local life that makes places like Newport and Westerly so special. This read dives into the essentially urgent need for a drastic balance: why the 1:3 rental rule, impact taxes, and prioritizing residents isn't just a local issue—it’s a blueprint for global vacation towns from Rhode Island to Istanbul. Discover how to shift the narrative from quantity tourism to sustainable, responsible travel.