Tag: #LocalImpact

European Nations Face Interesting Tourism Surge

Posted onAuthorChris Owen

A wave of “overtourism” is sweeping through popular Southern European destinations like Spain, Greece, France, Italy, and Portugal in 2025, leading to strained local resources, soaring living costs for residents, and significant community resistance. In response, these nations are implementing Read More …

Nations Hike Tourist Taxes; Italy Penalizes Weekend Visitors

Posted onAuthorChris Owen

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 …