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Greek Hotels See Turnover Increase to €10.6 Billion in 2023

Hotels in Greece in 2023 marked a 22.5% rise in turnover to 10.6 billion euros, according to data released by INSETE.

Greece Takes More Steps to Ensure Fair Play on Hospitality Market

Greece’s tourism minister said legislative revisions to the short-term rental market will create a framework that ensures fair play in the hospitality sector.

Santorini Hoteliers Call For Better Infrastructure, DMO

Santorini hoteliers are calling for the creation of a destination management organization and better island infrastructure.

ITB Berlin Convention 2024: Trends, Best-Practices and Top Innovations at First Hand

Over 400 top speakers from international companies such as Booking, Google, Microsoft and Airbnb will discuss new strategies for a travel industry in transition at the ITB Berlin Convention 2024.

Greek Hotels: 3 Factors Affecting the Market’s Competitiveness

Short-term rentals, the new climate resilience levy and high VAT are the main factors currently influencing the Greek hotel market’s competitiveness.

Hotels at Greek Carnival Destinations Expecting High Occupancy Rates

Greek hoteliers in Patra, Rethymno, and Xanthi are eagerly awaiting the launch of the Carnival season to boost occupancy rates.

Greece Holds Talks with Tripadvisor on Tourism Collaboration

The Greek Tourism Ministry discussed the possibility of collaborating with Tripadvisor to promote Greece.

Greek PM: Golden Visa Limit to Increase for Large Cities and Islands

Greece's PM admits there is a housing problem but said the country’s golden visa program is not to blame.

Greece’s New Short-term Rental Regulation Unclear for Property Owners

Certain sections of Greece's new regulation on short-term rental activity are "unclear", according to property owners.

More Flights to Meet Irish Tourist Demand for Greece in 2024

To meet the growing demand for Greece by Irish travelers, airlines such as Aer Lingus and Ryanair are adding more flights to Greek destinations this year.

Greece Tops Irish Travelers’ Wish Lists This Year

Greece is at the top of Irish travelers’ bucket lists for 2024, according to feedback collected during the Holiday World Show 2024 in Dublin.

Athens on Fodor’s ‘No’ List in 2024 Due to Overtourism

Although Athens has been ranked as one of the world’s top 50 cities in 2024, travel guide Fodor’s has included it in its list of places to avoid this year.

Greece to Set Up Platform for Shoreline Use Auctions

Greece will be setting up a platform where interested parties can apply for shoreline use auctions and citizens can report beach violations.

Short-term Rentals to Pay New Tax to Municipalities from 2024

Short-term rental properties in Greece are now obliged to pay a stayover duty in favor of municipalities.

SETE: 2023 is a Milestone Year for Greek Tourism

SETE President Yiannis Paraschis referred to 2023 as a milestone year for Greek tourism, while opening the confederation’s annual conference on Tuesday.

Greece Passes New Tourism Tax, Short-term Rental Rules

Greek lawmakers voted in favor of an updated tax bill which includes a tourism charge and new short-term rentals rules.

Study: Fires, Floods and Heat Impact Greece’s Online Reputation

Fires, heatwaves, and floods took a toll on Greece’s online reputation in the July-September period.

Greeks Booking Early for the Holidays, Occupancy Levels High

Greek travelers are booking early for this year’s Christmas and New Year’s holidays, with Airbnbs in high demand.

webhotelier | primalres: Hotel Bookings in Greece Up by 21% for 2024

Hotel bookings in Greece for next year have already recorded a 21% increase year-on-year, according to travel tech group webhotelier | primalres.

Demand for Short-term Tourist Rentals in Greece Booms in October, Says AirDNA

Off season travel drives October short-term rental demand in Greece up by 47.1%.