Galway, Ireland, is looking into a new tourism tax that could generate $2.1 million each year.
Galway Considers Tourism Tax Amid Overtourism Concerns Many renowned tourist spots grappling with overtourism and infrastructure issues are contemplating a somewhat unpopular solution: imposing new taxes on visitors. Galway, a city in western Ireland, famous for its medieval streets and vibrant storefronts, is reportedly considering a tourism tax that could generate over $2.1 million annually. […]
Majorca, Menorca, and Ibiza aim to limit visitor numbers as tourism increases.
Overtourism in the Balearic Islands: Authorities Consider Tough Limits Spain’s popular Mediterranean destinations—Mallorca, Ibiza, and Menorca—are facing significant challenges due to overtourism. Authorities are now exploring implementing strict visitor limits and other measures to tackle this growing issue. The influx of tourists to the Balearic Islands has been dramatic, with projections suggesting over 19 million […]
ICE starts new initiative to tackle ‘birth tourism schemes’ in the US
Focus on Birth Tourism: Trump Administration’s New Initiative The Trump administration is tightening its grip on networks purportedly assisting pregnant women in submitting inaccurate information on visa applications to secure U.S. citizenship for their newborns. This issue has been a focal point for Trump, emphasizing the need to restrict birthright citizenship. An internal email, reviewed […]
Sauer points out significant statistics on hidden birth tourism in Supreme Court case
Supreme Court Reviews Birth Tourism Amid Birthright Citizenship Debate Measuring birth tourism in the U.S. is notoriously tricky. But on Wednesday, Attorney General John Sauer highlighted the staggering numbers noted by the Supreme Court as justices analyze President Trump’s attempts to limit birthright citizenship. “You’ll find this surprising,” Sauer remarked. “Reports suggest that by 2015, […]
Chicago increases hotel taxes to finance tourism marketing efforts for Choose Chicago
Chicago Increases Hotel Taxes Amid Tourism Push Just when things in Chicago seemed like they couldn’t get any more bizarre, a new development has surfaced. The city is set to raise hotel taxes in an effort to boost tourism. Ordinance 2026-0022544 aims to take hotel taxes from 17.5% to 19%, with the extra funds directed […]
Chicago increases hotel tax for tourists to 19% to enhance tourism marketing budget
Chicago City Council Approves Increase in Tourism Tax The Chicago City Council has decided to raise tourism taxes, aiming to boost marketing programs for tourists. Specifically, an ordinance has been voted on that raises the lodging tax for hotels in the area from 17.5% to 19%. This figure includes various city, county, and state taxes. […]
Californians’ preferred Mexican destinations increase tourism tax in response to cartel violence
Despite ongoing violence from drug cartels, Californians are increasingly choosing Mexico for getaways, putting additional strain on the tourism sector. The rising costs have effectively moved this vacation hotspot out of the “bargain” category, and these higher prices seem to be here for the long haul. Baja California Sur, home to popular spots like Los […]
Well-known Cotswolds town might fight ‘bin problems’ with fines affecting Instagram tourism.
Proposed Fines in Tewkesbury to Keep Cotswolds Beautiful The Cotswolds, known for its stunning hills and charming villages, is a popular destination for visitors worldwide. One town in this picturesque region, Tewkesbury, is taking steps to maintain its appeal by proposing fines for residents who leave their trash bins out too long. This initiative seems […]
Dallas Highway Banner Reveals China’s Birth Tourism Network
A street art banner showcasing Peter Schweitzer’s recent revelations from his best-selling book, The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon, was displayed Thursday over the North Park Boulevard Bridge above busy Route 75 in Dallas, Texas. This street art, which first emerged in Los Angeles and Sacramento last […]
Billboard Truck for ‘The Invisible Coup’ Delivers Birth Tourism Revelation to China’s Embassy
Recently, a billboard truck appeared in front of the Chinese-American Embassy in Washington, D.C. It drew attention to Peter Schweitzer’s revelations from his bestseller, The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon. The truck prominently displayed “BIRTH TOURISM” on both sides, and added, “One million people born on American […]