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Cruises worsen overtourism and pump out emissions, so why are they taxed less than hotels?

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Cruise ships contribute to overtourism and high emissions while enjoying lower tax rates than hotels. Per Euronews, research suggests a fifteen euro per-passenger tax per port call could generate three hundred thirty-five million euros annually across Italy, France, and Spain.

Source: http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/13/cruises-worsen-...

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