travel
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by travelandtourworld
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21 Jan 2026
Europe’s travel landscape is about to change in a big way! Italy has now joined Scotland, Iceland, and Greece by introducing a host of new tourism taxes, entry fees, digital visas, and lodging levies that could make your next European vacation more expensive than ever. These countries are rolling out new digital permits, fines, and taxes to better manage tourism and protect their fragile environments. And it doesn’t stop there â€" Italy, just like Scotland, Iceland, and Greece, is implementing additional measures that will directly impact your wallet. From steep new entry fees to per-night charges at hotels, Europe’s pay-to-visit approach is quickly becoming the norm.
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