Tag: Greece

Greece welcomed more than 36.6 million visitors in the first eleven months of 2025, generating just over 23 billion euros in travel receipts, according to Bank of Greece data, with stronger revenues supported not only by higher arrivals but also by increased average spending per trip. A particularly strong November further reinforced signs of demand […]

2025 Performance Overview In 2025, Mercan Group continued to strengthen hospitality footprint in Portugal, marking another year of solid operational execution across its branded hotel portfolio. During the year, Mercan completed 4 new hotel openings—Amarello Hotel Praia Santo André, The Origine Porto Gaia, Renaissance Porto Lapa II, and Moxy Alfragide Lisboa—alongside the reopening of Hotel […]

Entering 2026, the Greek real estate market is showing an increasingly clear feature of being “differentiated by buyer types”: one group consists of return-oriented investment buyers, while the other focuses on lifestyle-driven holiday and owner-occupier buyers. Differences among buyers from different countries in terms of usage, budget, and product selection are reshaping the overall pattern […]

Last year closed with another historic high in the number of passengers transported through Greek airports, which exceeded 30 million at Athens Airport and 37 million at the 14 regional airports managed by Fraport Greece. The strong increase in passenger traffic, mainly driven by the international network, from which 85% comes, led Athens International Airport […]

Greece’s short-term rental market ranked among Europe’s fastest-growing in 2025, recording a double-digit rise in guest overnight stays during the third quarter of the year, according to the latest Eurostat data. While growth rates varied across European countries, Greece recorded a 12.3 percent increase in guest nights, reaching 29,338,244. Across the seven most visited EU […]

According to Greek media reports, the 2025 Henley Private Wealth Migration Report reveals that Greece and Portugal have both secured spots among the world’s top 10 destinations for millionaire migrants. They now stand alongside the UAE, the United States, Italy, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Canada, and Australia. The report highlights a rapid acceleration in cross-border […]

Messinia, in the southwestern Peloponnese, has been included on The New York Times’ 52 Best Places to Go in 2026 list, praised for its natural and cultural wealth. Curated by The New York Times’ travel editors and contributors, the list features a mix of trending destinations, lesser-known gems, and places offering distinctive cultural, environmental or […]

Greece has been named one of the world’s top inspirational destinations for 2026, according to new research from international marketing firm Travelsavers and the Network of Entrepreneurs Selling Travel (NEST). The country ranks fourth globally, celebrated for its history, culture and immersive experiences that continue to capture travelers’ imaginations. Italy tops the list, followed by […]

Since 2019, Greece’s holiday home market has remained on a strong upward trajectory, with property prices rising sharply. According to the latest data, by 2025 the average asking price for Greek holiday homes has increased by nearly 50% compared to 2019. Market analysis indicates that strong demand from foreign buyers is the key driver behind […]

Residential property prices in Attica have surged by up to 94% over the past six years, highlighting a strong and sustained recovery in the local real estate market. According to the latest Spitogatos.gr Price Index (SPI), asking prices for residential properties across the Attica region have seen dramatic growth, reflecting rising demand, renewed investor confidence, […]

The Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum has recently released a draft law bill focused on modernizing migration policy, with measures to facilitate legal migration and streamline procedures for residence and work permits, which is currently under public consultation until January 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Following the consultation period, the bill is expected to […]

Keranis Residence, developed by Mercan Group, is a landmark residential development strategically located in Piraeus, Greece’s principal port city. Positioned near the Port of Piraeus and major commercial corridors, the project offers strong connectivity to Athens’ broader metropolitan area. An investor at Keranis Residence has successfully received a Greek Residence Permit (RP) card in approximately […]

In this opinion piece, the author examines the evolving relationship between Greece’s real estate market and the tourism sector in 2025–2026, highlighting the key challenges, investment dynamics and policy considerations shaping both industries. The direction of Greece’s real estate market in 2025–2026 is set to play a decisive role in shaping the country’s tourism sector, […]

Greece’s tourism sector continues to post strong headline performance, but underlying shifts in travel behavior and mounting structural challenges are reshaping the industry’s outlook, according to the Annual Greek Tourism Report for 2024 published by INSETE , the research institute of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE). The report, which also includes individual annual studies for […]

The Ellinikon residential development, located on the site of the former airport in southern Athens, has attracted attention from buyers in over 110 countries. According to data released by the developer, international buyers account for 45% of total sales, highlighting the project’s global appeal in the real estate market. Significant Participation from the Greek Diaspora […]