Amsterdam city council‘s decisive move aims to tackle pollution and congestion from overtourism, signaling a shift in tourist management.

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Amsterdam’s fight against pollution and overtourism gains momentum as city officials vote to ban “polluting” cruise ships and move the terminal away from the city center. With 114 ships this year and 130 expected next year, the move addresses concerns of congestion and impact on sustainable goals. Center-left party D66 leads the initiative, aiming to reduce the number of tourists and enable bridge construction over the River IJ. Earlier campaigns targeting nuisance tourism and stag parties show the city’s determination to preserve its historic charm.

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The move, to ban ships from the city's central cruise terminal, comes after Amsterdam launched a "stay away" campaign to discourage British party-goers and banned the smoking of cannabis on the streets of its famous red light district.https://t.co/XwvIcy9d9r
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