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Madrid crowned Europe's best New Year's Eve destination by travel expert

Madrid crowned Europe's best New Year's Eve destination by travel expert

Travel writer Dana Camilleri Clark names Madrid the ultimate European city for New Year's Eve celebrations, with unique traditions and legendary nightlife.

When to celebrate Chinese New Year 2026: the exact date of the holiday

When to celebrate Chinese New Year 2026: the exact date of the holiday

Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is the most important and revered holiday in Eastern culture.

The law has been changed in Thailand

The law has been changed in Thailand

Key updates to travel and visa rules for visitors to Thailand. Travelers were very happy about this good news.

Iceland raises tourist taxes to fund nature protection

Iceland raises tourist taxes to fund nature protection

From late 2025, visitors to Iceland will see higher nightly taxes on hotel stays and short-term rentals.

Venice daytripper fee to return in 2026

Venice daytripper fee to return in 2026

In 2026, daytrippers will be required to pay from Friday to Sunday in April, May, June, and July.

Spanish coastal cities adjust tourist taxes ahead of summer

Spanish coastal cities adjust tourist taxes ahead of summer

Barcelona and other Spanish coastal destinations are updating tourist taxes and rules for 2025.

Norway introduces new overnight taxes in popular fjord towns

Norway introduces new overnight taxes in popular fjord towns

From 2025, visitors staying in Norway's busiest fjord destinations will pay new overnight taxes.

US considers social media checks and higher fees for some visitors

US considers social media checks and higher fees for some visitors

Proposals in the US could require tourists to share more data and pay higher fees at some national parks.

Mexico steps up tourism upgrades ahead of 2026 World Cup

Mexico steps up tourism upgrades ahead of 2026 World Cup

Cities in Mexico that will host World Cup matches are investing in transport and visitor information.