Japan to Raise Tourist Fees and Revamp Visitor Policies in 2026
Japan is set to raise visa charges, departure levies and tax-free shopping rules in 2026 as travel demand surges and authorities shift toward sustainable tourism.
Overtourism - Page 4
Overtourism refers to the negative impact of too many tourists visiting a destination at the same time. This phenomenon strains local infrastructure, damages the environment, disrupts communities, and reduces the overall quality of travel experiences. Learn how overtourism affects popular spots, how destinations are responding, and what responsible travel looks like in an overcrowded world.
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Kyoto to Introduce Japan’s Highest-Ever Hotel Tax in 2026 to Curb Overtourism
Starting March 2026, Kyoto will implement Japan’s highest-ever hotel tax to combat overtourism and protect the city’s cultural heritage.
Tenerife Introduces Eco-Tax as Tourist Numbers Reach Record Highs
Tenerife has introduced a new eco-tax as record-breaking tourism numbers put growing pressure on the Canary Islands’ environment and local communities.
Venice Daytripper Fee to Return in 2026: What Visitors Need to Know
Venice will reimpose its daytripper fee in 2026 on selected Fridays to Sundays during April through July, extending the number of fee-days and reinforcing measures to…
Spain Removes 53,000 Illegal Tourist Flats to Boost Permanent Rental Market
Spain has withdrawn 53,000 illegal tourist flats from official registers as part of a crackdown aimed at reducing overtourism and strengthening the permanent rental market in…
Venice Collects €5 Million in Day-Tripper Fees in 2025 – But Did It Ease Overtourism?
Overtourism remains a challenge in Venice as the city’s expanded day-tripper fee raised over €5 million in 2025, sparking debate over whether it truly curbed crowds…
Spain Breaks Records as ‘Shoulder Season’ Ceases to Be Cheap
Spain's tourism is booming - but September is now as busy and costly as the summer. Hotel prices, tourist spending, and holiday habits have shifted, erasing…
Montmartre Residents Push Back Against “Disneyfication” as Tourism Overwhelms Parisian Charm
Paris’s Montmartre neighborhood is facing a backlash from residents amid overtourism. Once a bohemian enclave, the area is now overrun by selfie lines, souvenir stalls, and…
Italy, Spain, and Greece Take Bold Steps Against Overtourism as Europe Introduces Stricter Entry Systems
European hot spots including Italy, Spain, and Greece are rolling out aggressive anti-overtourism measures - ranging from reservation-only beaches and short-term rental bans to cruise caps…
New Zealand to Charge Foreign Tourists for Access to Iconic Natural Attractions
Starting in 2027, New Zealand will require foreign visitors to pay a fee - ranging from NZ$20 to NZ$40 - at four of its most visited…