A television production with an “Emily in Paris”-style look is filmed in Barcelona and sparks local backlash. Residents say the show could influence how people view digital nomad life and contribute to increased visitor demand.
Several outlets report that the criticism focuses on potential overtourism and gentrification. They say Barcelona residents already face high living costs and rising rents, alongside ongoing pressures from mass tourism. Critics argue that showcasing Barcelona as an attractive backdrop for remote work and lifestyle travel may intensify those trends by encouraging more short-term stays and commercial interest in neighbourhoods.
Both sources frame the dispute as cultural and economic rather than legal or logistical, with locals expressing concern that the series could add to existing stress on housing and everyday life. The articles do not present differing factual claims about the production itself, but emphasize residents’ fears about how the programme may shape future visitor behaviour and investment decisions.
