Global Travel

Several popular travel destinations including Greece, Japan, Spain, and others are introducing higher fees, taxes, and crowd controls in 2026 to manage overtourism and support sustainability. American travelers face additional planning requirements, such as pre-bookings and levies, amid a 7.3% drop in U.S.-to-Europe bookings year-over-year. These measures aim to preserve cultural sites, natural resources, and local infrastructure while funding improvements.