What is tourist tax and why do you have to pay it?

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• What is tourist tax and why do you have to pay it?

• Around the World -How overbooked flights can let you travel for free and net you thousands, Extreme heat is changing where and when we vacation, I'm worried travel photography is about to get a LOT tougher and more..

• Into Orbit- NASA's simulated Mars mission ends today

• From Social Media -  Top 10 Train Journeys In France

• Travel Grub - WORLD’S BEST FIRST CLASS OVERNIGHT TRAIN (5-Star Hotel On Wheels)!

• Quirky Corner - HOW TO TRAVEL WITH YOUR DOG | Step By Step Guide

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What is tourist tax and why do you have to pay it?

Although tourist tax isn't a new concept, an increasing number of destinations are starting to impose the charge on travellers.

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Around the World

Photo by Duangphorn Wiriya on Unsplash

I'm a psychologist and here's why the bizarre act of 'rawdogging' flights, where all entertainment is ignored,

'Rawdogging' flights is the act of spending a plane journey wrapped up in your own thoughts. Clips of passengers who've filmed themselves doing it have gone…

How overbooked flights can let you travel for free and net you thousands

Some travelers have made $10000 just by giving up their airplane seat and agreeing to take another flight just a couple hours later.

Record-setting travel expected Sunday as holiday weekend ends

If you're making your way home after the long weekend, you're not alone.

Extreme heat is changing where and when we vacation

As the climate crisis pushes temperatures higher, some popular destinations are extending their peak seasons and cooler locales are seeing summer demand.

The off-the-maps Devon town with huge beaches 'forgotten' by tourists

Sitting in between major tourist hotspots Sidmouth and Lyme Regis, this quaint seaside village is filled with independent shops and welcoming locals.

10 most beautiful attractions to visit in Middle East

The Middle East is stunning! The region is brimming with some gorgeous attractions that not only showcase the rich history and cultural heritage but also...

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Into Orbit

Photo by Jeremy Thomas on Unsplash

NASA's simulated Mars mission ends today

Four volunteers have spent the last 378 days in Mars Dune Alpha, a 1700-square-foot 3D-printed simulated Mars habitat.

How can space travel lead to medical breakthroughs? Veteran astronaut explains

Sierra Space Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tom Marshburn shares how medical research in space makes a difference here on Earth.

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From Social Media

Top 10 Train Journeys In France

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Travel Grub

WORLD’S BEST FIRST CLASS OVERNIGHT TRAIN (5-Star Hotel On Wheels)!

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Quirky Corner

HOW TO TRAVEL WITH YOUR DOG | Step By Step Guide

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