There is a somewhat hidden visa process that enables some visitors to Europe to stay in the EU up to 180 days.
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Taxes: Europe, “overrun” with tourists, is increasing prices
Too many tourists has many European destinations increasing fees, adding tourist taxes, reservation requirements, and banning cruise ships in ports.
Continue reading“Travel experiences you can only enjoy while you’re young”
Travel experiences you can only enjoy while you’re young | CNN The above CNN articles covers travel discounts available only to those in their 20s, and visa/work options only available…
Continue readingToo much money? Too much tourism? Tourism as entertainment?
“Extreme tourism” is a $300 billion/year business now, and is expected to reach $1 trillion per year. This seems more like entertainment than what I think of as travel, but it is what it is.
Continue readingU.S. gun-related violence might discourage international visitors to the U.S.
At least seven nations in varying parts of the world have issued warnings to their citizens who intend on traveling to the U.S., citing serious safety concerns, including gun-related deaths,…
Continue readingHawaii proposes “tourism fee”, “climate fees” for tourists
Already one of the most expensive places to visit in the U.S., the Hawaiian Islands state wants it to cost even more, to limit visits only to the wealthiest: The…
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How to obtain a long stay visa for France
Source: Moving to France Will Be the Best Move You’ve Ever Made Image by Pete Linforth from Pixabay
Continue readingSpending: For the holidays, consumers may prefer spending on travel and experiences versus “stuff”
Consumers appear to be switching from buying “stuff” to spending money on travel, desire experiences again, versus buying more stuff.
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Travelers to Europe may be fingerprinted and photographed starting in 2023
New immigration systems intend to digitize the border control process. Eventually, passport stamps will go away – and all will be digital, with access possibly verified by your fingerprint and…
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Easy Jet Requires physician’s letter to carry prescription meds on board
EasyJet requires travelers carrying prescription medications to have a letter from their physician explaining what the medication is for. Wow.
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