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The Japan departure tax rose to ¥3,000 in July 2026, Kyoto added tiered hotel taxes, and tax-free shopping changes on 1 November. What to budget.

The UK ETA costs £20, lasts 2 years and is checked before you board. See who needs one, who is exempt, how to apply and how long approval takes.

Europe’s Entry/Exit System is fully operational. See who it applies to, what happens at the border, how kids are handled, and where ETIAS stands today.

Swiss Travel Pass 2026 prices from CHF 254, what the pass covers, what still costs extra, who can buy it and how to decide if it is worth it for your trip.

Planning a Japan cherry blossom trip for 2027? See the estimated peak window, bloom dates by city, best viewing spots and when to book hotels.

Loy Krathong and Yi Peng 2026 dates, Chiang Mai sky lantern rules, event prices, free viewing spots and a step-by-step plan for the festival.

Plan Kraków for winter 2026-27: ticket costs for Wieliczka, Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wawel, booking windows, the Kraków Card and a step-by-step plan.

Planning an Italian ski trip for winter 2026-27? Compare the Dolomites, Via Lattea and Olympic resorts, with booking trends and a step-by-step plan.

Which Canary Island is best for winter sun? Compare Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura on weather, beaches, volcanoes and planning tips.

Plan Day of the Dead 2026 in Mexico: Nov 1–2 dates, Oaxaca vs Pátzcuaro vs Mexico City, booking timing, ofrenda meaning and cemetery etiquette.