Nations Hike Tourist Taxes; Italy Penalizes Weekend Visitors

A growing number of popular tourist destinations, including Italy, Greece, Japan, Spain, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Netherlands, are implementing or increasing tourist taxes and fees to combat overtourism, fund infrastructure, and protect local communities and environments. While the specific mechanisms Read More …

USA Struggles With Tourism, Others Rise And Excel

The global travel landscape in summer 2025 is marked by significant shifts in tourist preferences, driven by a demand for affordability, authentic experiences, and value, leading to the rise of destinations like the Bahamas, Jamaica, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Read More …

Sharp Drop: Canada, Mexico, Germany, UK Lead California Visit Decline

California’s tourism industry is experiencing a significant downturn in 2025, marked by a notable decrease in visitors from key international markets such as Canada, Mexico, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Newly released data from Visit California reveals an eleven percent Read More …