Popular travel destination to hike hot springs ‘bathing tax’ in effort to tackle overtourism: report

Several cities in Japan are grappling with overtourism as local governments take different approaches to curbing crowds. Japan is known for its hot springs (onsens) and bathing facilities surrounded by inns, drawing tourists from around the world. Many of Japan’s onsen towns have imposed so-called “bathing taxes” in an effort to support the upkeep of […]

Mexico cruise tax delayed following industry backlash: What to know

The recently announced cruise tax to hit passengers who are traveling through Mexico will be delayed. Following some “disappointment at [the] current situation,” the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) announced the six-month tax implementation delay, according to a press release. The new Federal Law of Rights tax on cruise passengers was supposed to take place beginning […]