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Even those who simply stop by the city on a cruise can find themselves slapped with a the extra tourist taxes, as well as hotel and holiday let guests

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The region's capital saw tourist taxes jump by 100% this week, with neighbouring areas set to follow in due course.

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The city's mayor says she has ended eight years of 'uncontrolled chaos'.

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A Spanish mayor has condemned 'acts of vandalism' after hire car tyres were slashed and 'tourists go home' graffiti was sprayed on walls in the latest anti-tourism protest in the country

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Like Barcelona, the city is built around a strong social culture where food and drink are an extremely important part of daily life.

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A stunning European destination has been named the continent's most tourist-packed hotspot, and it's not Paris, Rome or London.

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The island's council has announced the area will be monitored around the clock for the first time.

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Car parks descended into gridlock and fire crews were called to barbecue incidents as huge crowds flocked to the beauty spot

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Cities across the continent are finding ways of charging tourists extra amid a rise in anti-tourism sentiment.

]]>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:12:00 +0000Travel NewsTourism, Tourist tax, Overtourism, European tourist taxes, visitor management, travel costs, tourism infrastructureHolidaymakers heading to Europe this year could face a series of new or increased tourist taxes, with several major cities introducing fresh fees for overnight stays. The charges, often added directly to hotel bills, are being introduced across the continent as authorities try to tackle overtourism and raise money for public services.

]]>Holidaymakers heading to Europe this year could face a series of new or increased tourist taxes, with several major cities introducing fresh fees for overnight stays. The charges, often added directly to hotel bills, are being introduced across the continent as authorities try to tackle overtourism and raise money for public services.

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The village was named the world's most beautiful by Forbes. But the influx of up to 20,000 visitors on weekends has left locals overwhelmed and new restrictions are being introduced

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