Driven by the climate crisis, the post-pandemic surge in visitors and a growing interest in making tourism work for local communities, European cities are finding new ways to tax visitors.
Category: Europe
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Europe’s Economy Expanded in Spring, and Inflation Has Eased
The eurozone economy grew more than expected, while inflation slowed after a string of rate hikes from the European Central Bank.
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Wildfires and Heat Transform Italy and Greece Into Tourism Nightmares
Record heat and wildfires have turned summer holidays into nightmares and called into question the future of cherished tourist destinations.
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Why ‘Soft Landing’ Optimists Shouldn’t Celebrate Just Yet
Despite a barrage of interest-rate increases, the economy is faring better than many on Wall Street had imagined. But the wild card of inflation still looms.
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Europe Vowed to Make Russia Pay for the War. It’s Not That Easy.
Confiscating Russian state assets frozen by the United States and Europe could breach international law and set a dangerous precedent, experts say.
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Europe’s Cities Rely on Age-Old Ways to Stay Cool as Heat Waves Intensify
Architectural styles and construction materials can significantly reduce the need for air-conditioning during heat waves, according to sustainable architecture experts.
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Volkswagen Seeks to Regain Edge in China as It Cuts Delivery Forecast
The German automaker lowered its outlook for deliveries and announced changes to its China strategy as it struggles to regain ground lost to other automakers.
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E.C.B. Raises Rates Again, Citing ‘Too High’ Inflation
The bank said some price pressures were easing, but that “underlying inflation remains high overall,” as it raised rates a quarter percentage point.
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Is it Safe to Travel During Europe’s Heat Wave? Here’s What to Know
The top tourist destinations of Italy, Spain and Greece are sweltering this summer. Travelers can take precautionary measures to protect themselves.
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Tesla’s Profit Rose in the Second Quarter After Big Price Cuts
Elon Musk’s electric car company is facing intensifying competition from newer Chinese automakers and established Western car companies.
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How Europe’s Electric Grid Is Coping With the Heat
Greater energy efficiency and renewables are easing some of the pressure from air-conditioning.
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As Heat Waves Descend on Europe, So Do Tourists
Soaring temperatures have gripped the continent during one of its most popular travel seasons.