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Venice Plans to Double Tourist Tax After Successful Summer Trial

Venice officials are considering doubling the daily tourist tax, known as the Venice Access Fee, to €10 after a trial period generated significant revenue.

Barcelona Seeks Tourist Tax Increase for Cruise Visitors

New measures to reduce tourism overcrowding and generate funds is being initiated in Barcelona with a tourist tax for cruise visitors.

Norwegian Cruise Ship Finally Departs on Delayed Sailing

Norwegian Jade has departed on her next cruise with a shortened itinerary and changed ports of call following technical difficulties.

Huge New Zealand Fees May Drive Down Cruise Traffic

A dramatic fee increase in New Zealand may make it harder and much more expensive for cruise ships to visit later this year.

Iconic Ship Conservancy Requests Extension Before Eviction

Time is running out for the SS United States, but efforts are being made to extend her eviction deadline so she can be preserved.

Carnival Cruise Line Adds Further Clarification to Drink Perk Change

Carnival Cruise Line has offered further clarification to changes to a popular loyalty perk and how it can be redeemed.

New Princess Cruise Ship Will Never Open Key Features

Adventurous new features aboard Sun Princess will not be opening to guests after all, but why not, and what will replace them?

Royal Caribbean’s New Utopia of the Seas Gets Spectacular Sendoff

Utopia of the Seas had a great party to celebrate the start of her maiden voyage, and Port Canaveral is ready for even more debuts this year.

Technical Issue Delays Norwegian Cruise Ship By a Full Day

Norwegian Jade cannot sail at full speed and will be a day late returning to her homeport, which will also impact the next cruise.

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