Jamaica’s Edmund Bartlett Proposes US$10 Billion Global Tourism Resilience Fund
Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, called for a US$10 billion Global Tourism Resilience Fund at the World Economic Forum in Geneva. The fund aims to support Small Island Developing States and advance Jamaica’s Tourism 3.0 strategy focused on local prosperity and resilience.
Venice Plans Tourist Fee Increase Up to €30 to Manage Visitors
Venice plans to raise its tourist fee up to €30 to manage visitor numbers and impact. The change may take effect in 2026 as part of broader visitor management strategies.
Venice to Raise Tourist Entry Fee to €30 to Manage Visitor Numbers
Venice plans to raise its tourist entry fee up to €30 to manage visitor numbers. The city aims to address overcrowding through better sustainability measures starting in 2026.
Montenegro Ends Visa-Free Entry for Russians, Belarusians and Turks from Nov 2026
Effective November 1, 2026, Montenegro requires visas from Russian, Belarusian, and Turkish citizens, ending previous 30-day visa-free stays. The move aligns with EU accession demands and security policies.
Edmund Bartlett Calls for $10 Billion Global Tourism Resilience Fund
Jamaica's Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett called for a $10 billion Global Tourism Resilience Fund to support Small Island Developing States. He presented this vision at the World Economic Forum alongside Jamaica's Tourism 3.0 strategy to enhance local ownership and resilience.
Barcelona Approves Progressive Tourist Tax Increase for Cruise Transit Passengers
Barcelona City Council approved a progressive tourist tax increase for cruise passengers staying under 12 hours. The fee will rise from €5 to €24 by 2030.
Venice Could Increase Tourist Fee to €30 to Manage Tourism
Venice plans to raise the tourist fee to a maximum of €30. The fee increase targets better management of the impact of large visitor numbers.
Barcelona Approves Cruise Passenger Tourist Tax Increase Through 2030
Barcelona City Council approved a phased rise in the tourist tax for cruise passengers staying under 12 hours, increasing the fee from €5 to €24 by 2030. The council also froze the hostel surcharge at €4 and rejected a differentiated property tax hike for hospitality establishments.
Venice Plans Tourist Fee Increase up to €30 in 2026
Venice city authorities plan to increase the tourist entry fee to up to €30 starting in 2026. The measure is designed to manage the impact of visitors on the city.
U.S. Adds Social Media Checks for TN, TD, and I Visa Applicants in 2026
Starting October 1, 2026, the U.S. Department of State will require TN, TD, and I visa applicants to make all social media profiles public. This expands existing social media screening to these visa categories.
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