Barcelona doubles tourism tax to one of highest in Europe to fund housingBarcelona has significantly increased its tourism tax, with hotel guests now facing up to 15 euros per night. This move aims to curb visito...
26 Feb, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
Another European destination to charge visitors with tourist tax this yearBucharest will soon implement a new tourist tax of approximately £1.70 per night, approved by the municipal council. This levy, expected to...
05 Jan, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
A dreamy European vacation right now might actually be a tourist's worst nightmareThousands of travellers across Europe are facing a turbulent start to the summer holiday season as a combination of widespread flight disru...
03 Jul, 2025, 02.43 PM IST
Greece starts charging tourist tax on cruise passengersGreece on Tuesday began charging a tax on island cruise ships, the latest European effort to tackle soaring visitor numbers to the continen...
02 Jul, 2025, 04.44 PM IST
Europe trips could burn a bigger hole in your pocket as rupee near all‑time low against the euroThe Indian rupee has weakened significantly, hitting a record low against the euro, making European travel more expensive for Indians. Desp...
26 Jun, 2025, 06.09 PM IST
Europe clamps down on tourists: What Indian travellers must know before booking a ticketEurope is grappling with overtourism as record arrivals fuel protests and strain resources. Popular destinations face housing shortages, en...
24 Jun, 2025, 01.12 PM IST
Venice to continue tourist entry fee in 2025Venice will extend its day-tripper tax into next year, increasing fees for last-minute bookings to address overtourism. Tourists without ad...
25 Oct, 2024, 04.23 PM IST
Paris, Milan become the new favourite shopping destinations for travellers after London's 'Tourist Tax'After Brexit, the UK discontinued tax-free shopping incentives, leading thousands of tourists to redirect their shopping to Paris, Milan, a...
09 May, 2024, 12.28 PM IST
Tourist tax & visa relaxations: Countries that made travel easy in 2023, and those that didn'tAs the new year approaches, travelers heading to Schengen countries may face increased costs, with various European destinations implementi...
24 Dec, 2023, 05.22 PM IST
Amsterdam's new tourist tax in 2024 could become 'Europe’s highest'With expectations of over 20 million visitors this year, Amsterdam has grappled with challenges posed by a growing influx of tourists, part...
24 Dec, 2023, 04.54 PM IST
When will the ETIAS entry charges in Europe be implemented? Understanding the application processThe ETIAS visa waiver program for Europe, which involves travel entry charges, has encountered another postponement. Initially planned for ...
19 Oct, 2023, 09.02 PM IST
These European countries are imposing fines and restrictions amid tourist overcrowdingSeveral Schengen countries are taking various measures to address the social issues arising from over-tourism. Italy has introduced entranc...
06 Aug, 2023, 03.05 PM IST
No GST refunds for foreigners as of now: Finance MinistryThe IGST makes provisions for the levy and collection of taxes on inter-state supply of goods or services or both by the Central government.
06 Aug, 2018, 12.50 PM IST
Safety concerns, economic woes make foreign tourists shun IndiaThe financial crisis, high domestic airfares and the perception that India is unsafe for women tourists has adversely impacted inbound tour...
03 Apr, 2013, 04.00 AM IST
- India aims at 1 per cent global tourist arrivals by 2017
The country aims to attract one percent of the global tourist arrivals by the end of 12th Five Year Plan (2012-2017) from the current 0.58 ...
07 Sep, 2012, 05.57 PM IST
- Economic survey 2011-12: States need to do their bit to promote tourism
In order to promote tourism, states need to complement Centre's actions by rationalising luxury taxes & allowing easy clearance to hotel pr...
15 Mar, 2012, 05.00 PM IST
- Deccan Odyssey to woo domestic tourists
Maharashtra government has said it is ready with plans to attract domestic tourists to board Deccan Odyssey, the luxury train which takes t...
07 May, 2007, 02.40 PM IST