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Greek Hoteliers ‘Very Disappointed’ with Upcoming Law for Short-term Rentals

Greek hoteliers are not satisfied with the rules that are to be imposed on short-term rentals in Greece.

Posted On 26 Nov 2023

HOTREC: Europe’s Hoteliers Applaud New EU Short-term Rental Rules

HOTREC, the voice of European hospitality, welcomed the new EU short-term rental rules highlighting them as a "landmark step" to a level playing field.

Posted On 20 Nov 2023

Greece Expecting €19.5bn in Tourism Revenues This Year

Greece is expecting tourism-related revenues to reach 19.5 billion euros up from 17.7 billion euros in 2022.

Posted On 17 Nov 2023

EU Moves Closer to Transparency in Short-term Rental Sector

EU lawmakers agreed on a draft regulation covering data collection and sharing to achieve transparency in the short-term rental market.

Posted On 17 Nov 2023

Hoteliers in Greece Call for Changes to Taxation Draft Law

Hoteliers in Greece are arguing that a recently tabled tax bill should focus on protecting the sector’s value for money.

Posted On 15 Nov 2023

Greek Updated Law Includes New Tourism Tax, Rules for Short-term Rentals

The Greek Economy Ministry has tabled an updated draft law that includes rules for Airbnb-style rentals.

Posted On 14 Nov 2023

Greece’s Tourism Body SETE Outlines 7 Key Priorities

Greece’s tourism body SETE set out seven key priorities to ensure the country’s tourism product remains competitive and up to date.

Posted On 13 Nov 2023

Newly-elected Hellenic Hoteliers Federation (POX) President Ioannis Hatzis (center) with Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni and SETE President Yiannis Paraschis. Photo source: POX

Hoteliers in Greece Urge Gov’t to Reconsider Tourism Taxation

Angered hoteliers in Greece are calling on the government to reconsider a decision to impose taxes on tourism activity.

Posted On 13 Nov 2023

Real Estate Experts Say Greece Offers ‘Huge’ Investment Opportunities

The prospects for buyers interested in properties in Greece are looking up, say real estate market experts.

Posted On 30 Oct 2023

Study: Short-term Rentals Account for 21.5% of All Stays in Greece

Short-term rental activity is here to stay, contributing to the Greek economy and covering the growing demand for tourist accommodation.

Posted On 27 Oct 2023

Greece: Prebookings Strong for October 28 Holiday Weekend

Prebookings for the October 28 holiday weekend in Greece are rising with strong demand for winter destinations in Arcadia.

Posted On 23 Oct 2023

Greek Hospitality Awards 2023: Τα κορυφαία ξενοδοχεία της Ελλάδας

Τα βραβεία Greek Hospitality Awards απονεμήθηκαν για 9η συνεχή χρονιά.

Posted On 23 Oct 2023

Greece to Present New Tourism Strategy at WTM London 2023 Expo

Sustainability will be at the core of Greece’s new tourism strategy that will be presented at WTM London 2023.

Posted On 20 Oct 2023

Athens Hotels See Drop in August Occupancy, Room Rates and RevPar

Athens’ hotel figures dropped in August compared to 2019 levels, following improved performance in June and July.

Posted On 29 Sep 2023

Actions Required to Boost Trade Activity in Center of Athens, Says Study

Trade activity in the center of Athens must be preserved, according to a study released by the Athens Traders Association.

Posted On 28 Sep 2023

Greece Celebrates World Tourism Day 2023, Highlights Importance of Green Investments

On World Tourism Day 2023, Greek tourism figures underlined the need for green investments to build a sector that delivers for the people.

Posted On 27 Sep 2023

Greece’s Hotel Sector Reacts Strongly to Stayover Tax Upcoming Increase

The Greek government’s intention to increase the “stayover tax” has sparked reactions from hoteliers.

Posted On 26 Sep 2023

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.

Posted On 20 Sep 2023

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.

Posted On 19 Sep 2023