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Hawaii Increases Lodging Tax to Fund Climate Change Mitigation

Hawaii lawmakers passed a bill raising the lodging tax by 0.75% and imposing an 11% tax on cruise ships to fund environmental projects and climate change adaptation, generating an estimated $100 million annually.

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30% Surge in Tunisian Tourist Prices Impacts Summer 2025 Travel"

A 30 percent surge in Tunisian tourist prices in 2025, impacting transport, accommodation, and activities, is driven by overall inflation and may affect the country's appeal as a budget-friendly destination, particularly for Algerian tourists.

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Surge in European Tourism to China Driven by Eased Visa Policies and Improved Infrastructure

Two-way tourism between China and Europe is experiencing a significant rise, fueled by China's relaxed visa policies (extending visa-free stays to 30 days for 38 countries, including 32 European nations, and offering 240-hour visa-free transit for 54 countries) and enhanced travel infrastructure, le...

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Vienna's Strict Measures Against Short-Term Rentals Amidst Record Tourism

Vienna, Austria, experienced a record 19 million overnight stays in 2023, leading to a housing crisis as apartments are converted into short-term rentals; the city responded with strict regulations limiting rentals to three months annually and imposing significant fines for violations.

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Greece Legalizes Unauthorized Tourist Port Constructions

Greece's 2018 law, amended five times, legalizes unauthorized constructions in tourist ports operating before January 1, 2022, requiring environmental permits and potentially impacting port development due to relaxed building restrictions and permit requirements.

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A40 Upgrade Complete in South-West Wales, but Concerns Remain

A £60m upgrade to the A40 near Narberth, Pembrokeshire, is complete, aiming to reduce congestion on a route crucial for tourism and freight, handling about 40 million tonnes of freight annually through Milford Haven, despite a Welsh government decision to cancel future road projects.

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Two Ancient Silk Road Sites Open to Public in China

On May 1st, 2025, China opened the Tuyugou Grottoes in Xinjiang and the Xuanquanzhi ruins in Gansu, two significant Silk Road archaeological sites, to the public after substantial restoration and investment, offering new tourism opportunities and showcasing cultural heritage.

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China's Relaxed Visa Policies Fuel Surge in European Tourism

As of April 25th, inbound travel bookings to China from around the world surged by 173 percent year-on-year, driven by China's extended visa-free stays (up to 30 days for 32 European nations) and improved travel infrastructure, leading to full tour groups from European agencies like CT Poland and An...

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China-Europe Tourism Surges Amid Eased Visa Policies

Two-way tourism between China and Europe is booming, with a 173 percent year-on-year increase in inbound travel bookings to China by April 25, driven by China's eased visa policies and improved infrastructure.

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Balearic Islands Requests Flight Cap During Peak Season

The Balearic Islands government is requesting a cap on flights to its three airports during peak season, citing maximum capacity, though the authority to limit flight numbers rests with the state-run Aena.

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Record-High International Passenger Traffic in China During May Day Holiday

China's international passenger transportation sector is experiencing record-high traffic during the May Day holiday, with 10.75 million passenger trips expected—an 8 percent year-on-year increase—driven by policy support and surging travel demand, particularly from Japan, South Korea, and Southeast...

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Belfast Extends Sunday Trading Hours in Six-Week Pilot

Belfast City Council approved a six-week pilot program extending Sunday trading hours for larger shops from 13:00 to 10:00, aiming to revitalize the city center, but facing union opposition over worker concerns.

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