Fodor's 2027 'No List' Identifies Sedona, Arizona, Among Destinations Grappling with Overtourism
Fodor's, an American travel guide, has released its 2027 'No List,' which includes Sedona, Arizona, among eight destinations travelers should reconsider visiting due to overtourism. The list highlights locations where an excessive influx of tourists is causing significant strain on local infrastructure, environments, and communities. In Sedona, the issue is particularly acute, with increased shuttle services and new road constructions driving up tourist numbers and, consequently, housing rents. This surge in tourism is forcing local residents to leave the city, impacting the community's fabric. The problem in Sedona mirrors broader global concerns, as seen in Kyoto, Japan, where nearly 17 million entries in 2025 have overwhelmed public infrastructure, and in the Ngorongoro region of Tanzania, where safari tourism is pressuring ecosystems and displacing Maasai communities. These examples underscore a global structural problem where popular destinations struggle to cope with the volume of visitors.
