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Greece Increases Fines for Failure to Comply to Airbnb Tax Rules

The Greek government will tighten regulations on short-term rentals, imposing new fees and fines for non-compliance.

EU Tightens Short-term Rental Rules, Airbnb Welcomes the News

The EU announced a new set of short-term rental rules aimed at increasing transparency and curbing illegal listings.

STAMA: Greece’s Short-term Rental Sector Recognized as Market Player

Greece’s short-term rentals managers welcome the government’s recognition of Airbnb-style activity as an equal hospitality market segment.

Airbnb, Booking.com and VRBO Update Deal with Greek Tax Authorities

Home-sharing giants Airbnb, Booking.com and VRBO have agreed to work with Greek tax authorities.

Greek Hoteliers: Stayover Tax Should Be Reassessed

Greek hoteliers are calling on the government to re-examine and redesign the stayover tax imposed on hotel customers.

Greek PM’s Decision to Tax Airbnb Activity Gets Mixed Reactions

The announcement to tax Airbnb rental income in Greece has received mixed reactions from hospitality stakeholders and property owners.

Greece to Raise Stayover Tax at Hotels, Charge VAT to Airbnb Hosts

The “stayover tax" charged at Greek hotels will rise and Airbnb hosts with 3 or more properties will be subject to VAT.

PM Mitsotakis: Measures to Deal with Natural Disasters in Greece

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis outlined the government’s priorities and announced measures to deal with natural disasters in Greece.

Greek Golden Visa Program Attracts Thousands Before Minimum Investment Cost Doubles

Demand for a Greek golden visa increased right before the cost for property in some areas doubled.

Heated Debate Over Forest Fires as Greek PM Announces More Measures

Greece’s PM announced fire prevention measures in a heated debate in parliament as blazes continue to burn Evros for weeks.

Experts Warn EU’s New ETIAS Border System May Cause Problems

Travel and aviation experts are warning that the ETIAS EU-border entry system to take effect in 2024 may lead to problems.

Airlines to Pay for UK Flight Control Meltdown, Says IATA

The UK's National Air Traffic Services (NATS) software error causes major disruption, airlines to pay for passengers' care.

Athens Bans Tables and Chairs on Panepistimiou St

The Athens City Council agreed on Monday to ban businesses from placing tables and chairs along central Panepistimiou St.

Greek Consumers’ Protection Center: Tips for a Carefree Holiday

Greece’s consumer body KEPKA has released guidelines so travelers will avoid falling into tourist traps.

Greek Police Urge Road Safety for August 15 Holiday Week

The Greek Police will increase traffic measures during the August 15 holiday week to ensure road safety.

EKPIZO: What to Know When Going to the Beach in Greece

Greek consumer rights organization EKPIZO informs on what beachgoers should know when visiting a beach in Greece.

Travelers to Europe Will Need to Pay a 7-euro Charge to Enter EU

Travelers from the US and other countries, currently allowed visa-free access to Europe, will as of 2024 have to pay a 7-euro fee to enter.

Greek Hoteliers Expect Strong Dynamic to Lift Tourism Above 2019 Levels

Greek hoteliers expect strong dynamic to continue, pushing tourism performance beyond pre-Covid 2019 levels.

Greek Beaches: Sunbed Overload Leads to Court Enquiry for Shoreline Misuse

Greece’s Supreme Court has ordered an enquiry following claims that beach bars are illegally occupying a number of island beaches.

Athens Mayor Proposes 16 Measures to Tackle Greek Capital’s Traffic

Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis proposes 16 measures to combat traffic congestion and improve pedestrian and driver safety.