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29.04.2026
What’s the Best Area in Crete to Buy Property Right Now?
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Practical insights and inspiration for buying and owning a home in Greece. Our articles cover everything from regional guides and market trends to legal tips, tax updates and Greek lifestyle and culture. Whether you are just exploring the idea or already own a property, our blog is written to help you make informed decisions and get the most out of life in Greece.
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28.04.2026
More Than “I Do”: Weddings in Greece Are Turning Into Full Travel Experiences
Weddings in Greece are no longer limited to a single day. Increasingly, they are planned as multi-day stays, with couples and their guests spending several days in one location. Most of these weddings involve couples coming from abroad. Instead of traveling only for the ceremony, they organize a broader stay that includes time for gathering, exploring, and hosting additional events. The wedding becomes part of a longer visit rather than a standalone occasion.
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27.04.2026
Press release: What are this year’s ‘hot spots’ for foreign demand for holiday homes in Greece?
Crete, the Peloponnese, and the Ionian Islands stand out this year in terms of demand for holiday homes from international buyers. At the same time, an increasing number of foreign buyers are seeking newly built properties “off-plan” to benefit from lower prices. These findings come from one of the recent analyses.
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24.04.2026
Two of the World’s Top Beaches for 2026 Are in Crete, According to Tripadvisor
Greece has long been associated with sun, sea, and unforgettable island landscapes, but Tripadvisor’s 2026 beach rankings offer a fresh reminder of just how powerful the country’s appeal remains. This year, Greece has made an especially strong impression, with four beaches appearing among the world’s top 15. Even more striking is the role of Crete. Two of the top three beaches in the world are located on the island: Elafonisi in second place and Balos in third.
A third Cretan beach, Falassarna, also appears in the global top 20, ranking 11th. Alongside them, Paleokastritsa in Corfu takes 14th place, giving Greece one of the strongest national showings in the ranking. At the very top of the list is Isla Pasión in Mexico, praised for its tropical scenery and distinctive natural shape. But while Mexico may hold first place, Greece clearly dominates the podium, with Crete claiming two of the three highest positions.In The News
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23.04.2026
Property Transfers in Greece: The Notary’s Evolving One-Stop Shop Role
Law 5293/2026 introduces a framework that redefines the role of the notary in property transfers in Greece. The notary is designated as a “one-stop shop” for the completion of transactions involving the transfer of property rights. The provisions apply to transfers arising from sale, donation, parental gift, or inheritance.
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21.04.2026
Greece to Exempt British Tourists from Biometric Entry Checks This Summer
Greece has announced that British travellers will be exempt from biometric checks when entering the country this summer.
In The News
21.04.2026
Where Greece’s Holiday Home Market Is Heading in 2026
Read moreThe Greek holiday home market in 2026 is no longer defined by a single trend. What is emerging instead is a rising demand for smaller, more affordable holiday homes. This shift reflects broader changes in international buyer behavior. Foreign purchasers are no longer simply searching for a beautiful house near the sea. They are looking more strategically at value, rental potential, construction quality, lifestyle convenience, and future resale opportunities. Greece continues to attract strong overseas interest, but the profile of demand is becoming sharper and more selective.
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20.04.2026
Syros: The Cycladic Island International Media Are Praising
Syros, in the central Aegean, is being highlighted by international media as a compelling alternative to the more crowded Greek islands. British outlets, in particular, are presenting it as a destination that combines culture, architecture, and nature without the intensity of mass tourism.
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17.04.2026
What Shapes Property Value in Greece Today?
Trying to figure out what a property in Greece is really worth has become surprisingly difficult. Not because there’s no demand, on the contrary, the market has been rising steadily, but because “value” in Greece is no longer a single, stable concept. Overall, the market looks healthy. According to the Bank of Greece, apartment prices increased by 7.8% on average in 2025, based on provisional data published in its Q4 2025 residential property price index. However, this overall figure masks important regional differences. In the fourth quarter of 2025 alone, prices rose by 5.9% in Athens, 8.0% in Thessaloniki, 10.5% in other cities, and 8.6% in other areas of Greece, highlighting how uneven price dynamics can be across the country.
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16.04.2026
Buying a Home in Greece – The Ultimate Guide
In this guide, we walk through the whole process of buying a home in Greece. That includes where to buy, the types of property you can choose from, the documents involved, the legal steps, the costs, and the questions buyers ask us most often.
A few words on why you can rely on what follows.
Trustworthy. Elxis has been handling the legal and practical side of buying and selling property in Greece since 1991. The information here comes from our own lawyers and property consultants, so it reflects how the process actually works in practice.
Up to date. Many guides online still quote old tax rates and rules. We review this guide as the rules in Greece change, so the figures stay current.
Written for international buyers. This guide is written in clear English for buyers from across Europe and beyond, rather than translated from Greek.
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