Event Brief
Barcelona mayor fast-tracks cruise passenger tax hike
Filed: May 17, 2026 at 11:03 AM ET
Summary: Barcelona mayor Jaume Collboni says he will fast-track a 100% cruise passenger tax hike to curb mass tourism.
WHO: Jaume Collboni, Barcelona mayor
WHAT: Says he wants to fast-track a 100% cruise passenger tax hike to discourage mass tourism and short-stay cruise arrivals
WHEN: May 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
WHERE: Barcelona, Spain
WHY: To discourage mass tourism and short-stay cruise arrivals
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