Tourism is set to be off the charts this summer, with a record number of travelers heading to Europe especially. Americans in particular are looking to visit some of Europe’s most popular destinations, with countries such as Italy and Spain bracing for record crowds this year.  In order to combat the effect of over-tourism, some …

Hawaii may become the first U.S. state to introduce a tourism fee to alleviate the effects of overcrowding and to restore the environment. While tourist fees are nothing new in some popular destinations, Hawaii would be the first place in the United States to introduce a similar fee if the measure passes. Here’s what you …

Tourist taxes are a common occurrence in many countries around the world. You may not have noticed them before – sometimes these taxes are small enough to escape notice, or they are hidden in your airfare or hotel bill – but they can add an extra cost to your trip nonetheless. Here are some countries …

After the EU announced tourists will be subject to new travel rules from 2023, requiring them to apply for a permit to visit the Schengen Area, the U.K. decided to introduce its own pre-entry clearance scheme. Pretty soon, Americans visiting Britain will have to pay a fee, or else they won’t be allowed to board …

Thailand is finally reopening for tourism after two years of consecutive border closures and complex entry restrictions. Even though it is slowly coming out of its shell and allowing more foreigners to visit again, the entry process for Thailand is bound to undergo some permanent changes, as the country intends to start charging an entry …

Whilst international travelers arriving in Thailand at present are few and far between, those planning on visiting the Land of Smiles in the near future are to be forced to pay a tourist fee upon arrival. The idea of countries implementing a fee or tax on foreign travelers is not a new one, with several …