France introduces a €15 cruise tax per passenger. Learn how this affects itineraries, budgets, and tips for planning your 2026 Mediterranean cruise.

Greece is preparing to launch a new cruise passenger tax from July 1, 2025, focused on the tourism-heavy islands of Mykonos and Santorini, where visitor numbers are projected to surpass one point five million.

Greece’s 2025 draft budget includes new charges on hotels, short-term rentals like Airbnb, and cruise passengers. These measures aim to generate millions for the state, address housing issues, and regulate the hospitality sector.