The government has introduced a 3 per cent ‘tourism levy’ on accommodation facilities, including hotel rooms. Officials state that the levy aims to support investments in the tourism and hospitality sectors.
A tourism levy is a fee or tax imposed on tourists, usually as part of the cost of services or accommodation, such as hotel stays, tours, or other tourism-related expenses.
The primary purpose of this levy is to generate revenue that can be reinvested into the tourism sector or used to fund infrastructure, maintenance, and conservation efforts that benefit both tourists and the local population.
Tourism levies are commonly used by governments to support the sustainability of the tourism industry, promote local attractions,…
