Iceland to create new tax on tourists.
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Eco: Will the U.S. ban short haul flights?
Some want the U.S. to ban short haul flights of less than 500 miles, as has been done in France. There you are supposed to take a train: Could France’s…
Continue readingHolland America: Record breaking travel bookings
Some tourism related businesses are seeing record bookings and travel. This is usually said to be “post pandemic” pent up demand. But there is another bogeyman hiding in plain sight …
Continue readingTaxes: Bali to Impose Tourist Tax starting in 2024
The popular tourist destination hopes the tourist fee will deter travelers from acting up. Source: Bali to Impose Tourist Tax | TravelPulse While this is a small tax compared to…
Continue readingNY to add up to $23/day toll to drive into Manhattan
Drivers entering Manhattan south of 60th Street will pay extra tolls as part of a pricing plan aimed at reducing congestion and improving air quality. Source: Drivers in New York…
Continue readingPortugal, Spain and Ireland end their “Golden visa” residency through investment option
Portugal is joining other countries in scrapping its residency-by-investment program, which has been a draw for wealthy foreigners. Source: Best Golden Visa in Europe: Portugal, Ireland Cut Foreign Investment Programs –…
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Norway Considering New Tax on Tourists starting in 2024 Tourist Tax From 2024
Norway is proposing adding a tax on tourists, perhaps by municipality, as soon as 2024. Many countries have already enacted various forms of taxes and fees on tourists, in addition to sales taxes and other fees.
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Immigration: Swiss village offers cash to live there, but only for those under age 45
Age discrimination is alive and well: “. Prospective residents must be under the age of 45 and be prepared to stay for at least ten years.”
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How to obtain a long stay visa for France
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Continue reading“Immigration Privilege” is real
Up to an estimated 40% of the US population could qualify for EU residency or citizenship by virtue of ancestry and “right of descent” immigration programs. Others can qualify to immigrate based on their job skills and youth. This gives those who can readily move between countries a “privilege” in the work world. Someone who can easily relocate for work, without needing special visas, has an advantage over those who do not.
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