#tourism-tax

#tourism-tax

Taxes on tourists are increasing across Europe and other regions, becoming a prominent issue in Dublin and Galway, despite prior failures of similar levies.

Michael O'Leary, Ryanair's CEO, stated: "If they raise APD again on domestic flights then there will be a cut in capacity, no question. These routes are not particularly profitable, they barely break even." His comments underline the precarious balance of profitability in domestic flight routes and the potential impact of increased taxes.

The authorities plan to relieve the tax burden on local businesses, especially those not directly benefiting from tourism, while increasing the tax on visitors.