Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. There were 38 million overseas visitors to the UK last year, yet that is still 7.1 per cent short of 2019’s high numbers (Getty ...

It’s hardly a great tourism slogan. “Britain is grinding to a halt” was the verdict of the UK’s Labour Party on the country they hoped to govern, as they were setting out their case for election in ...

Edinburgh will soon charge hotel guests an extra 5% tax, and the idea is catching on fast across the UK, impacting hotels, short-term rentals, and cruise lines. A cascade of tourist tax proposals is ...

International visitation to the United Kingdom declined sharply last year, losing nearly $3 billion compared to peak tourism revenues in 2019. The news, reported by the World Travel & Tourism Council, ...

For years, the UK has been known for its world-class historic landmarks and traditional city breaks. And for many visitors, a trip to the UK has often simply meant a trip to London, with the capital ...

Tourists in England may be charged a levy on overnight stays after the UK government announced new taxing powers for mayors. England has joined Scotland and Wales by devolving responsibility to local ...

London, UK — As the UK government moves ahead with plans to give local authorities the power to impose levies on overnight stays, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has sounded the alarm that ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Government officials argue that even a modest surcharge could generate substantial revenue to enhance public services and tourism ...