Surging travel in Europe spikes concerns over tourism's drawbacksEurope faces challenges due to a surge in tourism. Popular destinations like Barcelona and Venice are struggling with overcrowding. This st...
22 Jun, 2025, 11.34 AM IST
A King’s Ransom: The eye-watering amount British taxpayers need to pay to let Charles III live in styleThe British monarchy's financial dealings face scrutiny. The sovereign grant increased significantly. Critics argue the true cost is much h...
19 May, 2025, 12.00 PM IST
India-UK FTA: JLR, Diageo among winners of model trade dealThe UK-India Free Trade Agreement will slash tariffs, benefiting UK automakers like Jaguar Land Rover and liquor companies like Diageo. Ind...
08 May, 2025, 05.57 PM IST
A popular Scottish city is set to introduce tourist taxFrom mid-2026, Edinburgh will impose a 5% accommodation fee for stays in hotels, B&Bs, and other lodgings, capped at five nights. This firs...
25 Feb, 2025, 11.38 AM IST
New Zealand will significantly hike tourist visa fees, starting October 1New Zealand will increase its International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy from NZ$35 to NZ$100 starting October 1. This move aims t...
06 Sep, 2024, 09.48 AM 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
North to South: On the trail for the cheapest spirits in IndiaGoa's affordable liquor prices, due to its unique tax structure, have made it a popular destination for budget-conscious travelers. While G...
25 Sep, 2023, 11.50 AM IST
Coronavirus outbreak: February hotel bookings witness sharp fallStates like Delhi/NCR, Kerala, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu were the worst affected, according to the startup which provi...
18 Mar, 2020, 11.33 AM IST
Tourism ministry to organise B2C roadshows abroad for the first timeThe tourism minister said this year India will conduct multiple events in 27 tier 1 Chinese cities and then move on to tier 2 cities.
11 Sep, 2018, 11.12 AM IST
Tourism ministry plans roadshows abroadIn an interview to ET, Alphons said revenue from foreign tourist arrivals grew 19.2% year-on-year to $27 billion last year and the target i...
10 Sep, 2018, 10.35 AM IST
Exempt cruise tourism under GST regime: Shipping MinistryAt present, cruise tourism is not taxed and the shipping ministry wants to keep it out of the GST regime in order to boost the industry.
09 Jul, 2017, 02.21 PM IST
Fat Tax has fat chances of barring unhealthy lifestylePM Sankaran, president, Kerala Bakers Association, says the sale of the items mentioned in the budget through bakeries is only around 2 % o...
26 Jul, 2016, 05.30 AM IST
Government plans to extend e-visa facility in more countriesOnce cleared after a background check, the tourist can fly in to any of nine select international airports in the country and pay the visa ...
22 Jan, 2015, 02.47 AM IST
Industry seeks cheaper e-Visa on arrival, more coverage"It is not a foregone conclusion that every tourist will now want to come to India. I only see the tourist arrival numbers doubling in the ...
01 Dec, 2014, 02.13 AM IST
British victim of Mumbai terror attacks sues Taj hotel ownersAccording to the legal team, the judgment in the case is likely to be "reserved" and not made immediately at the end of the hearing this we...
03 Dec, 2013, 06.32 AM IST
Hong Kong most expensive retail location, luxury brands use flagship stores to break into Chinese markerInternational fashion brands and luxury retailers have used flagship stores in Hong Kong to break into the Chinese market and attract custo...
15 Nov, 2012, 05.36 PM IST
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25 Mar, 2011, 07.42 AM IST