tourist tax, Edinburgh

Edinburgh becomes first 'tourist tax' city in Scotland
Visitors to Edinburgh will be charged a tourist tax designed to raise £50m annually, after city councillors voted in favour of the move. The charge, which mimics those already used in Germany, Spain and Italy,
This U.S. City Charges the Highest Tourist Tax in the World — and It’s Not New York City
According to the financial comparison site Money, Honolulu has the highest tourist tax in the world. The city was followed by San Francisco, L.A., and Orlando.
Edinburgh to tax tourists for overnight stays
Local politicians in Edinburgh have approved a tourist tax for visitors staying overnight the Scottish capital, introducing the first charge of its kind in the United Kingdom.
Scottish city to introduce country’s first tourist tax
Scottish city to introduce country’s first tourist tax - Those staying in the city will have to pay a 5% fee per night
Controversial tourist tax approved in Edinburgh despite warnings
A five per cent charge will be levied on hotels, B&Bs, campsites and accommodation let through websites such as Airbnb
Everyone saying the same thing as UK's 'best' city introduces huge new '£50m tourist tax'
The City of Edinburgh Council has voted to enforce a 5% charge on overnight stays in a bid to use the area's booming tourist trade to the local authority's advantage. Those visiting Scotland's capital will have to pay a 5%-per-night fee for up to seven nights when staying at hotels,
UK’s First Tourist Tax: How Edinburgh Plans to Raise £50 Million Annually
The first tourist tax to be imposed in the UK will be a 5% overnight stay fee for tourists to Scotland’s capital starting in 2026. This project, which is expected to bring in£50 million a year, attempts to solve financial difficulties in a city that is frequently listed as one of the best places to visit in the world.
Edinburgh City Council becomes first in Scotland to introduce tourist tax
Councillors agreed to delay the introduction of the new charge until October to give the industry time to prepare
What is tourist tax? 6 common types of taxes to watch out for, know things to keep in mind
If you are planning to travel this year then you must know about the tourist tax. However, before selecting any destination ...
Reason why BCP area's 'tourist tax' bid failed revealed
The “administrative error” that derailed the bid for a so-called tourist tax was in fact some eligible voters not receiving their ballot ...
Brits now have to pay tourist tax in 40 Portuguese areas
More areas in Portugal have now implemented a tourist tax, meaning Brits could have extra costs added to their trips.
Tourist tax for Edinburgh visitors one step closer as council considers 5% levy
The plans being considered by the City of Edinburgh Council would see overnight tourists charged a 5% levy - which the ...
Greece tourist tax: What is it and how much do I have to pay to stay in the mainland and on Greek islands?
HOLIDAYS to Greece are going to be more expensive as tourists are set to be hit with raised taxes in 2025.  Visitors may be ...
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Mexican Caribbean at a Disadvantage with Dominican Republic Due to Tourism Tax Hikes
The Dominican Republic, with its savvy promotion strategy and economic incentives, has solidified its allure in the Caribbean ...
Tourist tax is not all it’s cracked up to be - Iain Whyte
My first day of a new Friday column is a big one for the City Council. The late morning will see two new councillors elected ...
Taxes, Caps And Bans Are Still Europe’s Answer To Overtourism In 2025
In 2024, the Dutch capital already implemented one of Europe's highest tourist tax, levying 12.5% on accommodation costs.