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.

Overtourism protesters have hit a holiday hotspots including Spain, Portugal and Italy with campaigners targeting tourists with water pistols and demanding change

New data from Airbnb is challenging assumptions about short-term rentals arguing that hotels are key drivers of overtourism. Read on for more