Kamal Ghorui
The summer season has begun, and it’s time for yet another holiday time, and if you too are planning to travel, then you may have to pay extra. Here’s why: Read on to know more…Why the surge in prices?Travellers planning to book holidays with easyJet, Jet2, and TUI are being cautioned by the travel firms that they could face additional charges they may not have previously been aware of. With summer now just around the corner, people are eagerly looking forward to a well-deserved break in the sun.High Demand for Summer GetawaysEasyJet, TUI, and Jet2holidays rank among the UK’s biggest package holiday providers. Countless travellers turn to them to arrange all manner of trips overseas, and 2026 is set to be a busy one. However, browsing the respective websites, customers may explore a vast range of holidays. During this process, they will be presented with a price for their chosen trip.The reason behind the extra costsEach of these operators helpfully outlines why these holidays may carry extra costs.They also explain how much travellers might be expected to fork out. It all comes down to tourism taxes.
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What determines the tax rateThe amount you will pay depends on your destination. It also depends on the length of your stay and whether you are traveling during peak season.How and when to pay?Alongside the quoted price for your holiday, whether booked through TUI, easyJet, or Jet2holidays, you will also find an estimated tourism tax figure for the full duration of your trip. This is typically payable directly at your accommodation upon arrival.Universal ruleIn any destination where a tourism tax applies, all holidaymakers will be required to pay a standard rate. This fee must be paid regardless of which airline or travel operator you have chosen to book with.
