Laura Alese - Federturismo Confindustria

💰 Confindustria Alberghi, Assohotel, Faita, and Federalberghi express concern over Italy's proposed fiscal policies. The Council of Ministers plans to extend incremental measures on the tourist tax until 2026. This includes a €2 increase, raising the tax by 20% to 40%, and even 140% in Olympic locations, from €5 to €12. These organizations urge the government to ease fiscal pressure and allocate tax revenue for tourism sector improvements.

✈ The European Parliament's Transport and Tourism Committee voted 34 to 2 in favor of passenger rights guidelines. Passengers can claim compensation of €300 to €600 for delays over three hours or cancellations, regardless of flight distance. Airlines must provide a pre-filled claim form within 48 hours of disruptions. Travelers have one year to claim. Exceptions include natural disasters and unforeseen strikes. Free personal item and small carry-on under 7 kg allowed. Check-in fees and minor name correction charges may be abolished.