Tag: Mercan Asia

The most recent data from the Imovirtual portal, released on 11 May 2026, shows that the real estate market in Portugal is undergoing a structural transformation, with a heavy concentration of medium- and large-sized homes. Currently, T3 and T4 typologies represent 61.6% of the available supply, while more compact solutions, such as T1 and T2, […]

Greece continues to rank among the most attractive travel destinations for international visitors in 2026, with repeat visitation and resilient travel spending signaling sustained demand across key tourism markets, according to Visa’s new Travel Trends 2026 study. Conducted in collaboration with Ipsos and the Payment Innovation Hub, the survey examined the travel intentions of visitors […]

A total of 624 beaches across Greece have been awarded Blue Flag status this year, placing the country second among 51 countries assessed, according to the Hellenic Society for the Protection of Nature (EEPF). The country continues to record a steady upward trend, surpassing the 600-award threshold once again and accounting for 14% of all […]

The Minister of the Presidency stated that the figures on foreigners from the National Institute of Statistics (INE) and the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) “will always be different”, because they are based on different methodologies and universes. “I swear to you that I don’t know the INE figures,” said António Leitão Amaro […]

For decades, Panama’s offshore appeal was built around a simple idea: companies could register in Panama, conduct business internationally, and generally keep foreign-source income outside the local income tax net. That model helped Panama become one of the world’s most recognized corporate jurisdictions. It also supported a wide ecosystem of law firms, banks, fiduciary providers, […]

Athens welcomed more visitors, higher spending and stronger international demand in 2025, according to the findings of two annual visitor surveys presented on Tuesday in Athens by the Athens-Attica & Argosaronic Hotel Association. Conducted by GBR Consulting and Athens International Airport (AIA), the studies point to a destination that continues to strengthen its tourism appeal […]

The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) has announced that digitally signed documents are now accepted for applications and renewals of residence permits in Portugal. This measure covers signatures made with the Citizen Card, Digital Mobile Key, and Professional Attributes Certification System (SCAP), aiming to simplify and accelerate administrative procedures during a period marked […]

Thailand aims to turn healthcare into a strategic investment sector, drawing foreign firms into drug production, medical AI and clinical research. Thailand is seeking to reposition its healthcare sector as a strategic investment engine, moving beyond a buyer-seller model towards long-term partnerships in clinical research, drug production, medical AI and advanced healthcare technology. Public Health […]

Tocumen International Airport positioned itself as the number one airport in international passenger traffic in Latin America and the Caribbean during 2025, according to the preliminary report released by the Airports Council International of Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC). According to the report, Tocumen handled 20,739,033 international passengers, surpassing airports such as Cancun International […]

According to idealista data from the first quarter of 2026, luxury homes with balconies in Portugal are, on average, around 10% more expensive than comparable properties without balconies. For premium buyers, a balcony is not just an outdoor space. It represents natural light, views, privacy, and a higher-quality urban lifestyle. This is especially relevant in […]

When Transit Is No Longer Wasted Time For a long time, transit was treated as the least interesting part of travel. It was the waiting room between two real destinations: a few hours inside an airport, a coffee between flights, maybe a short nap in the airpot before boarding again. But that idea is starting […]

Greece is evolving into a top choice for wealthy foreigners searching for sea view assets. Greece is emerging as a top summer destination for foreign high-net-worth buyers, with interest peaking from four distinct markets: the US, the UK, Northern Europe and the UAE. These are some of the key findings from the “2026 Luxury Lifestyle […]

Portugal’s Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum, AIMA, has announced that the Residence Permit Renewal Portal is now open for applicants whose residence cards expire in July and August 2026. Eligible residents can submit their renewal requests via the official renewal platform: portal-renovacoes.aima.gov.pt. AIMA stated that it will continue working to open the renewal portal […]

Climate adaptation, higher-quality experiences and stronger digital infrastructure will shape tourism growth over the next five years, according to Nejc Jus of the World Travel & Tourism Council. In an interview with the Athens-Macedonian News Agency (AMNA) published Saturday, Jus said international tourism continues to expand, with global arrivals rising 5.4% in 2025. The Mediterranean, […]

In 2025, Greece’s tourism sector continued its growth momentum. According to final data from the Bank of Greece, foreign tourist arrivals reached 43.31 million, up 6.4% from 40.69 million in 2024. Alongside the increase in visitor numbers, tourism revenue also recorded solid growth. In 2025, Greece’s total travel receipts reached €23.63 billion, representing a 9.4% […]