Crete has significantly strengthened its position as one of the most attractive real estate destinations in Greece. For the first time, the island’s electricity demand is being fully covered by high-capacity grid interconnections with mainland Greece, combined with locally produced renewable energy sources (RES), as announced in late 2025 by
Airbnb Regulations in Greece: A Targeted Approach in 2026 Short-term rentals remain an important part of Greece’s tourism landscape. In 2026, however, the Greek government continues to apply targeted regulations in specific urban areas where short-term rental activity has become particularly concentrated. It’s important to note from the outset that
Naxos has claimed the number one spot among the world’s best travel destinations for 2026, according to research connected with the World Travel Market (WTM) in London. The announcement has drawn international attention and confirms what seasoned travellers have been quietly discovering for years: Naxos is one of Greece’s most
Messinia, Greece is attracting growing international attention after being included in The New York Times’ respected list of the 52 Best Places to Go in 2026. Ranked 38th worldwide, Messinia is the only Greek region featured, praised for its natural beauty, cultural depth, and authentic Mediterranean character. Located in the
Short-term rentals in Greece continue to show strong momentum, confirming the country’s position as one of Europe’s most dynamic accommodation markets. According to the latest Eurostat data, Greece recorded double-digit growth in guest overnight stays during 2025, outperforming most major EU tourism destinations. Beyond national performance, regional data offers valuable
Glamping in Greece has officially entered a new era. With the publication of a national legal framework (FEK) at the end of 2025, Greece has introduced clear and binding rules for the operation, classification, and development of luxury camping accommodations. For the first time, glamping is formally recognized as a
The Greek passport has received significant international recognition after ranking joint second worldwide in the Nomad Capitalist Passport Index 2026. The ranking places Greece alongside Ireland and Romania, just behind Malta, which secured first place. The result reflects Greece’s growing appeal in terms of global mobility, legal stability, and personal
Mortgage Loans in Greece: A Turning Point for Foreign Property Buyers If you are thinking about buying a home in Greece, mortgage loans in this country have quietly become one of the most attractive financing options in the Eurozone. According to the latest data from the European Central Bank (ECB),
Greece continues to strengthen its position on the global gastronomy map with the announcement of the MICHELIN Guide expansion for 2026. For the first time, the Guide will fully evaluate Thessaloniki and Santorini, alongside an updated selection for Athens, marking a significant milestone for Greek cuisine and tourism. This development
Greece has once again proven its enduring appeal on the global tourism stage. In 2025, the country was officially voted the best destination for Americans for the fifth consecutive year, according to the prestigious Global Traveler GT Tested Reader Survey Awards. This remarkable achievement highlights Greece’s consistent popularity among U.S.
Dreaming of owning a holiday home abroad? The Second Home Expo in Maastricht is the ideal place to take the first step. On 24 and 25 January 2026, the MECC Maastricht will once again welcome thousands of visitors and international property specialists under one roof. Elxis – At Home in
Crete’s Rising Global Profile in 2026 Crete is stepping into the global spotlight once again. According to Airbnb’s latest travel trend insights based on worldwide search data from Q3 2025, the island — and especially the iconic Samaria Gorge National Park — ranks among the most sought-after nature destinations for
Greece has once again confirmed its place on the global gastronomic map. According to the TasteAtlas Awards 2025/26, Greek cuisine has been ranked second best in the world, surpassing culinary powerhouses such as France, Japan, China, and Turkey. Drawing on nearly 600,000 verified evaluations of 16,357 traditional foods and products,
Greece just gave the world another reason to look its way. Navagio Beach, the famous Shipwreck Beach on Zakynthos, was recently named one of the most “paradise-like” beaches on the planet in a global analysis by U.K. travel experts Kuoni. It also ranked as the No. 1 paradise beach in
If you’re an expat living in Greece, or planning to buy a second home and keep a car here, there’s one piece of yearly bureaucracy you’ll definitely come across: the road tax in Greece, or teli kykloforias. While it may sound intimidating at first, the idea is straightforward: every vehicle
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