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Other cities across the globe have also taken action to avoid overtourism, such as Dubrovnik, which is limiting cruise ships, or Venice introducing fees for visitors.

Although the company has not shared any more details, this decision means there will be a maximum number of five properties available to rent in St Ives, Mousehole and St Minver through Sawday’s.

Chief executive of Visit Cornwall, Malcolm Bell, praised the decision and said: “This is exactly the responsible actions that will ensure the correct balance between the benefits of tourism and the very negative aspects of overtourism.

“The constant desire for insatiable growth by some holiday operators, accommodation platforms and large rental companies is unsustainable.”