Although France had more visitors, they spent less than those in Spain—71 billion euros compared with 126 billion euros in Spain.

EXCLUSIVE: A travel expert has issued a major GDP warning to France about following Spain in imposing property taxes on potential British holiday homes.

Non-resident citizens from countries outside the European Union, including the UK, will face a big tax bill if they want to buy a home in Spain, its PM Pedro Sánchez said

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - France, the Olympic host last year, has retained its status as the world's top tourist destination, drawing in a record-breaking 100 million visitors in 2024.

Olympic host France retained its spot as the world's top tourist destination in 2024 with 100 million visitors, holding off stiff competition from countries including Spain, the tourism ministry said on Tuesday.

France, Portugal and Greece could be set to follow in the footsteps of Spain and crack down on British expats.

Several EU countries are set to follow Spain's lead and launch measures in an attempt to tackle their housing crises.

Spain's announcement that non-resident citizens from outside the EU, such as the UK, could face hefty tax bills for property purchases in the country has sparked concern - and it's not the only one ta

The Spanish prime minister has announced plans for a new tax on second-home property purchases in the country by non-resident, non-EU citizens, which may reach up to 100% of the home’s value in some cases. It is part of a wide ranging reform to combat a mounting housing shortage in the country.

Some of the most sought-after destinations are awaiting travellers with Ambassador’s Cruise of The Week – the Hidden Gems of France, Spain and Portugal Cruise. Beginning in Spain, the 12-night cruise stops at the historic port city of La Coruna.

Spain has warned non-EU residents, including Brits, they will face a huge bill if they want to buy a second home in the country - and several other European nations could soon follow suit

Olympic host France retained its spot as the world's top tourist destination in 2024 with 100 million visitors, holding off stiff competition from countries including Spain, the tourism ministry said on Tuesday.