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Greece Sees Rise in Airbnb Rentals, Drop in Long-term Housing Availability

The short-term rental of properties in Greece has begun to create problems to the traditional long-term rental market, according to a Grant Thornton study.

Greek Digital Marketeers ‘Tool’ Launch Strategy for Short-stay Rentals Firm ‘Pillowhite’

Tool, a Greek digital marketing services company, has undertaken the promotional needs of short-term rental management company Pillowhite, creating a new brand in the hospitality industry.

Greece Short Stay Accommodation Numbers Up in 2017

The number of overnight stays at short stay accommodation facilities in Greece, rose by 4.2 percent with arrivals up by 4.4 percent in 2017, according to ELSTAT.

Greece in Top 5 Schengen Countries Issuing Short-stay Visas

Greece is ranked fifth among 10 Schengen countries that received the most short-stay visa applications in 2017 after France, Germany, Italy and Spain.

‘Stayover Tax’ Charged to Short-day Hotel Stays in Greece

The "stayover tax" in Greece will also be charged to short-day hotel stays and overnights at Airbnb-style rentals that offer additional hospitality services.

Antiparos Shortlisted for ‘Best European Film Location Award’

The island of Antiparos in the Cyclades will compete with 10 other film locations for the European Location Award with the Greek drama "Suntan".

Shipping Ministry Meet to Discuss Intermodal Transport for Remote Greek Islands

The Greek Shipping Ministry will explore ways to ensure that remote islands remain connected with the mainland with the introduction of combined transport.

Air India Joins Fellow Star Alliance Carriers at Heathrow Terminal 2

Air India has successfully moved all its operations at London Heathrow’s Airport from Terminal 4 to Terminal 2, the home of Star Alliance.

Three Greek Cities Shortlisted for ‘European Capital of Culture 2021’ Title

Eleusina, Kalamata and Rhodes were shortlisted on Friday in the competition for the title of European Capital of Culture 2021 in Greece.

Aegean Airlines Joins Terminal 2 At London Heathrow

Passengers of Greek carrier Aegean Airlines now fly from the brand-new Terminal 2: The Queen’s Terminal at Heathrow Airport in London and are promised high-quality services aimed to improve their travel experience.
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Star Alliance To Move To Heathrow Terminal 2 In June 2014

Today, 4 June 2013, the countdown to the opening of the new Terminal 2 at London Heathrow Airport begins.

Greek Tourism Determined to Stay Afloat

The 14th Touristiko Panorama had fewer participating exhibitors than previous years and limited activities but once again gave travel professionals the opportunity to increase business deals and meet with potential clients.

Thessaloniki Forum Voices Reservations For Long-Term Tourism Benefits

Greece holds the top spot among 28 destinations in the world with 67 percent of tourists saying that this country is the most attractive place for vacations, according to a survey by the German tour operator TUI, presented at the recent 11th Thessaloniki Forum.

Avra Collection Partners with Travelstaytion

Avra Collection has announced its partnership with Travelstaytion, an online platform for professionally managed holiday and short term-let rentals.

Home Sharing a Lifeline for Greece’s Middle Class, Says SODIA Association

Short term rentals have played a lifesaving role for struggling middle class Greeks who were hit down by the economic crisis, according to the SODIA association.

Airbnb Hosts in Greece will Have to Register their Property

Individuals in Greece interested in renting out their property for the short term through Airbnb-type platforms will have to enroll in a new electronic registry.

Central Athens Neighborhoods Top Airbnb Choice

The historic center of Athens and surrounding districts are the areas with the highest concentration of apartments being leased out short term.

June Airbnb-style Rentals Picking Up Pace in Greece

All the more Greeks are opting to rent out their homes short term in June through Internet platforms, marking a 40 percent increase compared to 2014.

Brexit: Travel and Tourism Legislation to Remain Unchanged for Now

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) said on Friday that travel to, from and within the EU and UK will not be affected in the short term. The statement came after Britain voted to leave the European Union in a referendum on June 23.

Alexandros Vassilikos, President Athens-Attica & Argosaronic Hotel Association

Sectoral meetings and exhibitions should be the ground of new ideas targeting the future of our sector, not short term solutions.