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Venice's tourist tax raises millions from day-trippers

The Italian city of Venice has generated millions in revenue from its new tourist entry fee, with funds being used to protect the fragile lagoon city from the impact of mass tourism. Discover how the scheme works and what it means for visitors.

Italian restaurant charges €8 for background music

A pizzeria in Italy faces a customer backlash and accusations of 'scandalous' hidden costs after adding an €8 'background music' surcharge and 45p for freshly ground pepper to a couple's bill.

Celebrity Café Palm Vaults Closes After £5 Fee Backlash

London's iconic pink-hued café, Palm Vaults, beloved by celebrities like Rita Ora, has closed permanently after a social media firestorm over its £5 takeaway charge. Discover the full story behind the closure of this Instagram-famous hotspot.

Portugal Airport Strikes Threaten Summer Holiday Chaos

Holiday plans for thousands of Brits face chaos as ground handling staff at Portugal's major airports, including Lisbon, Porto, and Faro, announce a series of crippling strikes over pay and conditions throughout August.

Inferno Erupts at Italian Airport: Tourists Flee for Safety

Chaos and panic erupted at a southern Italian airport as a major fire broke out in the departures hall, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of passengers, including many British tourists, and causing widespread flight cancellations and delays.

London restaurant's 'entitlement' surcharge sparks fury

A London restaurant, Little Kitchen in Chelsea, has ignited a firestorm by adding a 10% 'entitlement' surcharge to diners' bills, claiming it compensates for 'high maintenance' customers. Patrons and industry critics have blasted the move as 'offensive' a

Eric Andre Sues TSA Over 'Dehumanising' Airport Cavity Search

Comedian Eric Andre files a federal lawsuit against the US government after a traumatic and allegedly unlawful cavity search by TSA agents at Atlanta airport. The shocking incident, which he describes as 'dehumanising', has sparked outrage and raises seri

BBC axes Gregg Wallace's 'childish' recipes from website

The BBC has purged hundreds of Gregg Wallace's 'childish' recipes from its food website following the axing of 'Eat Well for Less?', sparking fury and accusations of wasting public funds. The move is part of a major content review, leaving fans devastated

Holidaymaker forces easyJet to refund baggage fee

A determined traveller successfully challenged easyJet after being slapped with an unexpected baggage fee, securing a full refund. Discover her clever tactics and how you can avoid similar charges.

Tourist charged 50p for black pepper on pizza

A British diner was left stunned after an Italian restaurant charged him extra for a sprinkle of black pepper on his pizza. The incident has sparked debate over hidden costs in tourist hotspots.

Spain's £240M Ghost Airport: A Monument to Failure

A brand-new airport in Spain, costing a staggering £240 million, sits abandoned—a haunting symbol of wasted taxpayer money and failed ambitions. Discover the eerie story behind this deserted transport hub.

Venice to charge €5 for day visitors

Venice introduces a €5 fee for day visitors in an effort to manage overcrowding and preserve its historic charm. The pilot scheme starts in spring 2024.

Sydney NYE Fireworks Face Boycott Over Entry Fee

Sydney's iconic New Year's Eve fireworks display is under fire as locals threaten to boycott the event due to a new entry fee. Discover why residents are outraged and what this means for the city's biggest celebration.

Greek islands introduce new tourist tax

Tourists planning to visit the Greek islands this summer must pay a new 'climate crisis resilience fee'. Here's everything you need to know about the charges and how they'll affect your holiday.

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