Barcelona proposes to nearly triple tourist tax on cruise ship passengers to €30 a day

Barcelona is raising the stakes on cruise tourism. The city proposes to nearly triple its daily passenger tax to thirty euros for cruises that dock less than twelve hours. The move targets quick turnarounds where thousands arrive and depart the same day, adding little to local commerce. According to Euronews, it reflects growing frustration with cruise tourism's burden on city infrastructure.

Listen to this story

Hear this and more stories in a personalized audio briefing.

Open The Chonkerton