As of 2025/2026, there is no general, mandatory accommodation-based tourist tax applied to all visitors in Tenerife. However, a new "eco-tax" has been introduced for visiting specific natural beauty spots and, in some cases, fees apply to certain nature trails like Mount Teide, which can cost up to €13.
Tenerife has already announced a new 'Ecotax' that it will apply to tourists from 1st January 2025 and charged to Tourists who visit certain beauty spots and natural reserves on the island. Would you be happy to pay a tourist tax to visit the islands?
It's worth noting that many hotels in Tenerife have implemented a tourism tax in 2025, which adds approximately €1-3 per person per night depending on the hotel category. This is typically not included in the advertised room rate.
The Canary Islands are generally tourist tax-free at the minute. But Mogán in Gran Canaria has recently introduced a tourist tax of €0.15 per person, per day.
b) In addition to the price of your holiday you may have to pay local taxes, which will be payable by you in resort (which we refer to as “tourist tax(es)”). We will do our best to let you know the approximate amount of any tourist tax at the time of booking.
Hidden Fees Destroying Your Vacation: What You Need to Know About Tourist Taxes
How do I know if travel tax is included?
To know if the Philippine Travel Tax is included in your plane ticket, look for the fare breakdown on the airline ticket, booking confirmation or itinerary receipt. This may be denoted in foreign currency. Alongside the amount is the code “PH”.
The tourist tax is usually charged per person and per night, but can also be a percentage of the room rate or a combination of both. The approach to the tax is dependent on local regulations. Some countries have a maximum charge, which means it may not apply to every night of long holidays.
Some areas in Spain charge a tourist tax, but it's not applied nationwide. It ranges from €1 to €7 per person per night, with children under 16 exempt. The tax can be paid both in cash and by card. And if you're looking for a good option for spending in Spain, consider the Wise card.
What are the all inclusive rules in Tenerife 2025?
These rules mean, if you stay at an all inclusive hotel in one of these resorts, you can have a maximum of 6 alcoholic drinks a day as part of your all inclusive package – 3 at lunch and 3 with evening meals. Soft drinks are unlimited at any time of day and you can buy additional alcoholic drinks if you wish.
What happens if you don't pay tourist tax in Spain?
The penalty for not paying the green tax, not paying it in the established deadlines or not paying it correctly, includes fines in both Catalonia and the Balearic Islands.
Tenerife can be expensive. But it can also be surprisingly affordable. It all depends on your choices. A week in Tenerife could cost you anywhere between €400 and €2,000, depending on whether you're backpacking, splurging on luxury, or something in between.
Tourist tax can be included in your package holiday price, partiuclarly when booking a TUI or First Choice holiday – however it can vary from destiantion to destination.
The Canary Islands' first tourist tax has been halted by judges just a day after its implementation in Gran Canaria. The controversial levy, introduced by Mogán City Council, was suspended by the Canary Islands High Court of Justice (TSJC) following claims that it was "poorly written" and "confusing".
Financial and tax incentives. The Canary Islands have their own Economic and Tax System (REF) which is fully approved by the EU and applies double taxation conventions and fiscal transparency. The advantageous rates of the archipelago make it a European tax haven.
Is tourist tax included in all-inclusive holidays?
In-resort fees and tourist tax. With some of our package holidays, you may need to pay in-resort fees, or tourist taxes, which are charges you'll pay locally in your destination. These fees vary by location and are not included in the cost of your package holiday.
Whether or not you can have three people in a two-person hotel room depends on the hotel's specific policies. Some hotels may allow an additional guest if there is enough space and if safety regulations allow it. However, the hotel may charge an extra fee for the third guest.
Short-term tourists: Typically exempt from paying travel tax. Business travelers: Depending on their visa type, they may be subject to the full travel tax or eligible for exemptions. Foreign residents departing temporarily: Must confirm their visa type to determine whether they qualify for an exemption.
In many cases, this fee is automatically included in your airfare, while some countries require you to pay at the airport before boarding. 🔍 How to Check if You Need to Pay a Departure Tax: 💡 Look at your airline ticket breakdown – if listed, it's already included.
👉Terminal Fee (Passenger Service Charge) Collected by the airport authorities. Charged to all passengers (domestic and international) to cover airport facility use. At NAIA (Manila): ₱200 (Domestic flights) ₱550 (International flights) Usually already included in your airline ticket.
The price of your holiday: The basic holiday cost includes the following: the cost of your holiday accommodation; return flight from the UK to your overseas airport; all current airport taxes, including the Air Passenger Duty (“APD”); coach transfers between the resort airport and your accommodation if stated or car ...
All prices advertised on our website reflect the total price including sales taxes. However in certain destinations you may need to pay tourist/city taxes locally and/or breakage deposits.
Can I take a small handbag as well as my hand luggage on Jet2?
Yes, Jet2 allows passengers to bring one main 10kg cabin bag (max 56x45x25cm) plus one smaller under-seat bag, like a handbag or laptop bag, as long as it fits under the seat in front of you. This means you can have a handbag in addition to your standard hand luggage allowance, provided the small item meets size requirements.
