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21 February 2025
Europe's new tourist rules: Taxes, bans and limits explained
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The Euronews article outlines new European tourist taxes, bans and restrictions to combat overtourism and protect local infrastructure and environments.
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The Euronews article, published on February 4, 2025, provides a detailed overview of the new tourist taxes, bans and restrictions being implemented across Europe to combat overtourism. Measures include increased tourist taxes in cities like Amsterdam and Venice, daily visitor limits at popular sites such as the Acropolis in Athens, and bans on cruise ships in Venice and Dubrovnik. These actions aim to protect local infrastructure, reduce environmental impact and improve the quality of life for residents. Overall, the primary goal of the article is to inform travellers about changes in legislative side of European tourism.
#Tourism development #Destination management #Community engagement #Sustainable tourism #Handbooks and guidelines
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