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Mexico slaps cruise passengers with new tourist tax, fee set to quadruple by 2027 – ET TravelWorld

Mexico slaps cruise passengers with new tourist tax, fee set to quadruple by 2027 – ET TravelWorld

Mexico has introduced a new tourist tax for cruise passengers, starting at $5 and rising to $21 by 2027. This move has sparked conflict with cruise lines, who argue they already contribute significantly through port fees and passenger spending. Local business owners fear the tax will deter tourists, while the Mexican government aims to boost … Read more

Royal Caribbean forecasts strong 2025 profit on robust demand – ET TravelWorld

Royal Caribbean forecasts strong 2025 profit on robust demand – ET TravelWorld

Royal Caribbean forecast its annual profit largely above analysts’ expectations on Tuesday, betting on higher cruise bookings to private destinations as well as premium voyages to the Mediterranean and the Alaskan region. Shares of the cruise operator were up 2 per cent in premarket trading. Popularity of sea-based vacations has surged lately with cruise operators … Read more