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If you’re already daydreaming about a 2026 getaway to London, Manchester, or any of the UK’s most iconic destinations, we’ve got bad news for you: visiting could soon cost a bit more. Several major UK cities are moving toward introducing a new nightly tourism tax on hotel stays next year, and it may impact anyone planning a trip across the pond.

The proposal, backed by the UK government, would allow mayors to implement a new fee on overnight stays at hotels, holiday rentals, guesthouses, and B&Bs. The revenue would be used to improve public infrastructure and boost tourism services in high-traffic areas.

Not sure what this means for your budget? Here’s everything U.S. travelers need to know:

What exactly is the UK’s proposed nightly tourism tax?

The plan would introduce

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