Articles tagged “taxes”

UK hotels have been excluded from two rounds of government business rates relief. The sector is pushing back, and the numbers show why.

The modern American hotel tax was built on one Las Vegas idea from 1955. The argument now is over who controls the money.

It’s more than just ticket prices that soccer fans will be paying up for at this year’s World Cup. Hotel taxes and transportation costs are just some of the ways organizers and hosts are squeezing money out of spectators.

Tax refunds were supposed to be a $5 billion boost to travel spend this year, but refunds so far are tracking below expectations.

Recipients are required to pay taxes on incentive merchandise, trips, and even gift cards — not just on cash bonuses.

England is joining other destinations pushing for higher fees on overnight visitors.

Japan’s charm won’t fade anytime soon, but it’s becoming clear that seeing it in person will soon cost more than it used to. For travelers planning future trips, it may be wise to budget a little extra.

Hosting the World Cup isn’t cheap. Some cities are exploring hotel tax increases to help cover the costs.

Kyoto's new hotel tax may not do much, if anything, to slow down the city's tourism boom. But the additional revenue generated — especially from luxury travelers — could go a long way in improving its infrastructure.

The changes in the taxation system have made one thing clear: India wants to make travel accessible to everyone, but it will not be subsidizing premium travel experiences.