European Countries Propose New Taxes Targeting Tourists

European Countries Propose New Taxes Targeting Tourists

European cities and towns have launched a fight against overtourism. Their weapon of choice is taxes — some more unconventional than the standard city tourist tax. In what is being criticized as madness, an Italian town wants to charge visiting dogs €1.50 per night. Switzerland has proposed a tax on passing motorists who don’t stay in the country. Meanwhile, a Dutch village overrun by tourists wants to impose an entry fee. Related: Visitors to S…