VIENNA DRASTICALLY INCREASES LOCAL TOURIST TAX

Kevin Eagan -
Vienna, the heart of Austria's culture and commerce, is gearing up for a noticeable jump in its tourist tax for overnight stays starting December 1, 2025. Visitors may expect the levy to climb from 3. ...

A CARIBBEAN ISLAND’S UNEXPECTED DIGITAL GOLDMINE

Kevin Eagan -
Anguilla, a Caribbean island famed for palm-lined beaches and turquoise waters, has traditionally drawn tourists seeking sun-kissed tranquility. However, in 2025, this diminutive British Overseas Terr ...

HAWAII’S GREEN TAX: A PIONEERING STEP TOWARD SUSTAINABLE TOURISM

Justin N. Froyd -
Hawaii is poised to be the first state in the U.S. to enact a green tax specifically on tourism. Starting in 2026, stays at hotels, vacation rentals, and even cruises will have a bit extra tacked on. ...

RYANAIR CHANGES CABIN BAGGAGE SIZE FOR EUROPEAN FLIGHTS

Theodore Slate -
Ryanair, a leading European budget carrier, has rolled out some key changes concerning what you can bring onboard, starting in September. They've bumped up the size of the free "personal bag" you're a ...

ANTALYA’S TOURISM NUMBERS FAILED TO BREAK LAST YEAR'S RECORD

Antalya, a top spot on Turkey's coast, saw about 11.7 million tourists in the first 8 months of 2025. The data comes from the Provincial Directorate of Culture and Tourism covering both Antalya Airpor ...