New Travel Costs: Tourism Taxes Surge in Europe and Beyond
Rising tourism taxes in Greece, Italy, UK, Mexico, and more are prompting travelers to alter 2025 plans. Learn how shifting fees are reshaping global tourism.
Rising tourism taxes in Greece, Italy, UK, Mexico, and more are prompting travelers to alter 2025 plans. Learn how shifting fees are reshaping global tourism.
Brazil and Italy launch new climate cooling initiatives, pledging support for sustainable urban tourism and resilience ahead of COP30 in Belém, Brazil.
Canada joins Italy, France, and more in driving a record-breaking U.S. outbound tourism wave for July 4th 2025. Discover why Americans are traveling abroad now.
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British travellers can now use eGates at 49 airports in 18 EU countries, easing border checks and boosting UK–EU tourism just in time for summer 2025.
Kenya Tourism Board aims for 12.5% growth in European tourist arrivals in 2025, fueled by direct flights, EU collaboration, and streamlined travel processes.
Canada warns travelers to exercise caution in Cuba, Mexico, Türkiye, India, and others due to rising unrest, crime, and travel disruptions in 2025.
Italy’s 24-hour general strike on June 20 to disrupt flights, trains, and public transit. Travellers urged to check schedules and expect delays or cancellations.
Vietnam Airlines debuts its first non-stop Ho Chi Minh–Copenhagen route, boosting tourism, trade, and ties between Vietnam and Northern Europe.
In a groundbreaking shift for the global tourism industry, five European nations—Italy, Greece, Ireland, France, and Poland—have introduced innovative mental health and wellness programs for travelers in 2025. From Italy’s serene retreats and hotel therapy services to Greece’s art-driven mental wellness festivals and Ireland’s youth-focused events, mental well-being is taking center stage across Europe. France is pioneering nature-based wellness experiences, while Poland is rapidly emerging as a key destination for mental health-focused travel. Supported by the European Union’s Mental Health Week, these initiatives aim to reduce stigma, promote balance, and offer restorative travel experiences for international visitors. With mental well-being now a key component of travel in Europe, tourists can enjoy not only the beauty of the continent but also the opportunity to recharge emotionally and mentally. Explore how European destinations are transforming tourism into a journey of healing, self-care, and community connection in 2025.