These international destinations are about to get costlier for touristsTravellers heading abroad in 2026 face new tourist taxes. Countries like Thailand, Japan, Norway, Greece, Italy, and Spain are implementing...
09 Nov, 2025, 12.10 PM IST
Jeff Bezos unwelcome in Venice, his luxury yacht wedding plan faces protestJeff Bezos' wedding in Venice faces opposition. Local activists protest the event. They claim it worsens overtourism and rising costs. Demo...
23 Jun, 2025, 02.11 PM IST
Jeff Bezos Venice wedding to Lauren Sanchez: Locals threaten to block city's iconic canals - all detailsJeff Bezos' wedding in Venice faces local opposition. Venetians plan protests against the event. They cite concerns about temporary jobs an...
19 Jun, 2025, 12.43 AM IST
Pay to play: Venice expands day-tripper tax in bid to combat overtourismVenice is implementing a day-tripper tax for the second year to combat overtourism, charging €5-€10 depending on advance booking. Implement...
19 Apr, 2025, 10.59 AM IST
This small island near Venice emerges with a new ecosystem. Here’s what we know about itA small island named Bacan has emerged near Venice due to the Mose flood barriers. Bacan, now visible year-round, hosts a growing ecosystem...
18 Dec, 2024, 12.37 AM 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
Venice may increase tourist fee after having mediocre success at capping crowdsVenice's trial payment system for tourists did not significantly reduce crowds, prompting discussions of fee adjustments for next year. Cit...
14 Jul, 2024, 12.23 PM IST
Venice made $1 mn from the implementation of €5 Tourist Tax in AprilVenice has responded to concerns about over-tourism by introducing a ticketing system for day visitors since last month. Reports indicate t...
23 May, 2024, 01.12 AM IST
Venice begins charging tourists entry fee €5 as it looks to find ‘new balance’Venice has launched a pilot program to charge day-trippers a 5-euro entry fee to manage overtourism. The initiative aims to discourage visi...
25 Apr, 2024, 05.43 PM IST
After Venice, this popular Italian destination plans to charge a tourist feeComo, inspired by Venice's move, is considering imposing a tourist fee to tackle overtourism. Mayor Rapinese mentioned discussions about th...
21 Apr, 2024, 04.15 PM IST
Welcome to Venice. That’ll be Rs 450. Italy town to charge some tourists an entry feeVenice implements a 5 euro fee from April 25 to regulate tourism, aided by flood barriers. Violators face fines, but exempted visitors incl...
08 Apr, 2024, 04.42 PM IST
Hawaii tourists need to pay climate tax? Here's what we know so farTourists travelling to Hawaii may soon have to pay climate tax as per a proposal to safeguard beaches there, according to a report.
20 Feb, 2024, 02.00 AM IST
Venice introduces day-trip tickets in effort to manage tourism surgeStarting April 25, visitors will need a 5-euro ($5.45) one-day ticket, valid from 0830 to 1600 local time. The initiative aims to balance t...
17 Jan, 2024, 10.30 AM IST
Venice will limit tourist groups to 25 people starting in JuneThis announcement follows the city's previous disclosure of plans to trial a new day-tripper fee this year. Set at 5 euros ($5.45) per pers...
31 Dec, 2023, 11.57 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
Venice to start charging €5 to enter the cityVenice will introduce a €5 fee for foreign visitors entering the city from spring 2024. The move aims to control tourism and will be a 30-d...
12 Sep, 2023, 03.24 PM IST
A Venetian lesson for Incredible !ndiaThe number of pilgrims has grown exponentially from 12,000-30,000 in the 1980s to nearly 3 lakh last year. Bumper-to-bumper traffic making ...
09 Jul, 2022, 01.05 AM IST