Montenegro will require visas for Russian, Belarusian, and Turkish citizens starting November 1, 2026, ending previous 30-day visa-free stays. The change responds to EU accession requirements and security concerns.
Barcelona City Council has approved increasing the tourist tax for cruise passengers spending less than 12 hours in the city from €5 to a maximum of €24 by 2030. The hostel surcharge remains frozen at €4, and a property tax hike was rejected.