Prague Joins Other EU Cities in Plans to Raise Tourist Tax

Prague Joins Other EU Cities in Plans to Raise Tourist Tax

As several popular EU countries have recently raised their tourist taxes to address issues like over-tourism and inflation, Prague is the latest to follow a similar decision, with Prague 1 district planning a hike. Prague 1 district’s current tax of 50 CZK (around €2)...
Germany Proposes Social Media Checks for Schengen Visa Applicants

Germany Proposes Social Media Checks for Schengen Visa Applicants

German authorities recommend using social media to assess Schengen visa applicants and prevent fraud. The proposal involves gathering publicly available information to create risk profiles and ensure accurate visa evaluations. In a bid to combat visa fraud, German...
Flying on empty: Sars addresses jet fuel controversy

Flying on empty: Sars addresses jet fuel controversy

The South African Revenue Service (Sars) noted that it will engage with representatives in the SA fuel industry to avert a crisis if there is a shortage of jet fuel (also known as kerosene). The move by Sars comes after a warning was issued by the Fuels Industry...
Qatar Airways to buy 25% stake in Virgin Australia

Qatar Airways to buy 25% stake in Virgin Australia

Qatar Airways has entered into an agreement to purchase a 25% stake in Virgin Australia from owner Bain Capital for an undisclosed amount. The investment, should it meet the approval of Australian regulators, would deepen the partnership between two carriers, which...