Hanoi's railway street and a series of other destinations are turning away many tourists.
Việt Nam•03/04/2024
Many international tourists frequently visit Hanoi's railway street to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and capture special moments as trains pass by. For the past five years, a constant "battle of wits" has been ongoing between the authorities and tourists. Concerned about the risk of serious accidents, authorities have been actively pushing for the closure of roadside cafes since 2019. (Photos: @vietnamlocaladventures, @nature.rgb) However, with the support of locals, some tourists are still determined to venture into the area. Authorities have intensified penalties for cafes and ordered tour companies to stop organizing tours. Yet, the situation remains unchanged, and some tourists continue to share photos of themselves on the railway tracks on social media. Photo: @larrissa_wfc. Currently, the Indonesian island of Bali imposes a tourist fee of 150,000 rupiah (approximately US$9.50) per person. The money collected will be used to preserve the island's cultural heritage and promote sustainable tourism. Photo: @discoverbalidaily.
Recently, the city of Barcelona (Spain) decided to increase the tax on hotel bookings at 5-star hotels, starting in April. Therefore, tourists may have to pay an additional $49 for a 7-night stay. Photo: @girltripvibes, @fer_agui. Amsterdam (Netherlands) has decided to increase the tourist tax on accommodation costs to 12.5%, making it the city with the highest tourist tax in Europe. Following the ban on cruise ships entering the city center, Amsterdam is strongly promoting its "Renew Your Vision" campaign through the perspective of the local community, aiming to attract tourists interested in the city's unique cultural and historical values. Photo: @netherlandtravelers. In 2021, Venice (Italy) banned ships weighing more than 25,000 tons from entering the city, aiming to reduce damage to the lagoon, palace foundations, and other centuries-old structures. Additionally, popular tourist destinations implemented new measures to control visitor numbers. The Venetian authorities also proposed other measures such as limiting group sizes to a maximum of 25 people and banning the use of loudspeakers, in an effort to maintain a more peaceful atmosphere in the city. Photo: @venice.explore. Scotland, where hundreds of thousands of passengers use cruise ships each year, is considering increasing taxes on ships that emit high levels of pollution. A 2021 study indicated that the carbon emissions from a single ship can exceed those of 12,000 cars. Scotland believes that imposing this new legislation will encourage shipbuilding companies to develop zero-emission vehicles. Photo: @scotland.explores.
Mount Everest is frequently polluted by litter and human waste. To address this problem, the Nepalese government has mandated that climbers use biodegradable "fecal bags" to collect feces and bring them back to the base of the mountain. The ban on littering along the trail is significant, especially since climbers often rely on melting snow for drinking water. Starting this year, Everest climbers will also be required to carry tracking chips, allowing rescue teams to provide timely guidance and assistance if needed. Photo: @everestexped. Upon arriving in Denmark, travelers may soon face a passenger tax. This is part of Scandinavia's green air travel transformation plan, scheduled to begin in 2025. Under this plan, travelers will have to pay a fee, with an expected charge of $9 for flights within Europe and $56 for longer flights. The proceeds will be used to develop sustainable fuels for domestic flights by 2030. Photo: @govisitdenmark. The ancient city of Kyoto (Japan) is taking measures to address the problem of overtourism. Authorities have banned tourists from the private alleyways of the Gion district, famous for its geisha artists, due to inappropriate behavior. Tourists have repeatedly approached, photographed, and harassed geisha, even chasing them as they travel to concerts. at tea houses. Photo: @visit_kyoto.
Previously, the city of Seville (Spain) offered free entry to visitors to Plaza de España. However, authorities are now imposing an entrance fee at this landmark. The mayor of Seville stated that the unique semicircular structure, famously featured in the 1999 Star Wars film, is at risk of permanent damage unless financial contributions are made to preserve the structure. (Photos: @catarinagon, @sevilla_secreta) Once a church of the Eastern Roman Empire, and later a museum, Istanbul's Hagia Sophia mosque (Türkiye) welcomes approximately 3.5 million visitors annually. While admission was previously free, a €25 entrance fee has recently been introduced. This money will be used for the maintenance, preservation, and management of one of the country's most important historical monuments. Photo: @busrapp.
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