Good news for tourists as holiday hotspot delays visitor tax

WorldTravel
1 May 2025 • 1:01 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Catalonia, Spain's most visited region, has delayed a new tourist tax until at least October 2025.
  • The tax, which could reach up to €15 per day, aims to address overtourism and the region's housing crisis.
  • Originally planned for May, the delay allows the government to seek parliamentary approval, avoiding potential legal challenges.
  • At least 25 per cent of the tax revenue will be used to alleviate housing shortages and high rents.
  • This follows protests by residents concerned about the impact of tourism on housing costs.

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