Tourist taxes continue to rise. Once again, several countries have announced increases in tourist fees. This list includes Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Iceland, Denmark, and Indonesia. Prior to this, news of an increase in duties came from Greece. There, the new rates have been in effect since January 1.
Netherlands
The tourist tax in Amsterdam is currently the highest in Europe. And in 2024, officials will almost double the tax on hotel rooms — from 7% to 12.5%. The daily rate for cruise ship passengers will also increase from €8 to €11 per person.
Spain
In Barcelona, tourists will pay €3.25 per night instead of €2.75. But only for the first seven days of their stay. In this way, the local authorities want to show that they give preference to tourists who can afford to stay in the city for a long time.
A new tax is also being introduced in Valencia. It will range from 50 cents to €2 per night. The tax will be levied on overnight stays in hotels, campsites, or other rented tourist accommodation. The tax applies to the entire region.
Iceland
Iceland will join the list of countries raising taxes this year. It has already been decided that the government will introduce a tourist tax. However, the exact amount is still unknown.
Portugal
In Portugal, the cost will increase in one region. Visitors to Olhão will have to pay €2 per night during the high season. During the rest of the year, the fee will be €1.
Italy
The Venetian authorities continue to address the challenges posed by the influx of tourists through restrictions. For example, starting June 1 this year, tourist groups are limited to a maximum of 25 people. Loudspeakers have also been banned in the city center and on the islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello. In addition, tourists will have to pay €5 for 30 consecutive days. However, the fee does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
Denmark
Denmark plans to introduce a "passenger tax" on flights in 2025. Passengers will be charged around €8.40 for short flights, €32 for medium-haul flights, and €51 for long-haul flights by 2030.
Indonesia
The popular resort of Bali will raise its fees starting February 14 this year. Tourists will have to pay a fee of 150,000 Indonesian rupiah per person, which is approximately $10.
