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The Greece real estate market in 2025 continues to demonstrate strong growth momentum. According to the latest analysis from Spitogatos Insights, demand for homes for sale in Greece increased by 17% compared to 2024, while searches for rental properties rose 5% year-on-year. One of the most notable trends is the surge in interest from international […]

The US ranks first among the 10 most important markets for foreign visitors at Athens Airport, with 1.18 million passengers last year and a 12% increase compared to 2024. That highlights the momentum that the American market has developed in recent years for Athens. The UK is No 2, with 770,000 passengers and a 5% […]

Panama closed the year 2025 with 3 million international visitors, representing an 8.4% growth compared to 2024, reported the President José Raúl Mulino. During his weekly press conference, the president highlighted that the increase in the arrival of travelers reflects the dynamism of the tourism sector and its contribution to the national economy. A report by the […]

Mercan Group is approaching the final phase of development for Porto Arts Suites, a new hospitality project in Porto scheduled to open in 2026 under the Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand. The project marks another milestone in Mercan’s strategy of developing internationally branded hospitality assets across Portugal. Porto Arts Suites is notable for its individual […]

Portugal has established itself as the destination of choice for those seeking a peaceful retirement, ranking 1st in the world’s safest places for retirees and 7th in the Global Peace Index. According to an analysis by International Living magazine, which ranked the country 4th among the best places to live in 2026, safety is the […]

Greece remains one of the three most popular summer destinations for German travelers as overall travel spending from Germany reached a new record high of 87.9 billion euros in 2025, according to the German Travel Association (DRV). Presenting the figures at the opening press conference of ITB Berlin 2026 on Monday, DRV President Albin Loidl […]

Over the past few days, several reports from Greek media discussing a new wave of tax audits targeting real estate transactions across Greece. For those who have been following the Greek property market closely, this development is quite significant. Greek tax authorities are reportedly strengthening supervision over property deals, especially those involving unclear sources of […]

The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) implemented, on 1 March 2026, an update to the fee schedule applicable to the entry and stay of foreign citizens in Portugal. After almost a year without changes, the new values show increases of up to 33%, particularly affecting the most requested administrative acts, such as initial […]

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis described 2025 as a record year for Greek tourism, citing travel receipts of 23.63 billion euros and revenue growth that outpaced the rise in visitor numbers. In a weekly review post on Sunday, Mitsotakis said that “2025 was a record year, with travel receipts reaching 23.63 billion euros”, marking an […]

The supply of rental housing in Portugal grew by 11% in the last quarter of 2025, compared to the same period the previous year. According to data published on 25 February 2026, by the real estate portal idealista, this increase in stock was particularly visible in the district capitals, with Coimbra (47%) and Aveiro (45%) […]

Based on existing bookings, tourism market estimates for 2026 suggest that the positive trend after last year’s record figures is set to continue. This year, tourism receipts are expected to increase by at least 5%, barring any unforeseen economic and geopolitical developments. If this scenario holds, the amounts inflowing from Greece’s top five markets will […]

In 2025, the balance of travel services showed a surplus of €20.25 billion, up from a surplus of €18.79 billion in 2024. According to the Bank of Greece, travel receipts rose by €2.03 billion, or 9.4%, to €23.62 billion, while travel payments also increased by €565.5 million, or 20.2%, to €3.37 billion. The rise in […]

In recent years, the Greece holiday property market has undergone a noticeable shift. Overseas demand is increasingly moving toward smaller-sized and newer residential properties, while large and older holiday villas are seeing a clear decline in appeal. This trend highlights a more rational and cost-conscious investment approach among international buyers. Declining Demand for Large and […]

Mercan Asia is pleased to announce the launch of two new investment projects of Mercan Group in Panama, with a combined development value of over USD 200 million. These projects are designed to support the Panama Qualified Investor Program, offering international investors an opportunity to allocate and diversify their global assets. Located in Panama City’s […]

Greece has once again been named the world’s leading residence-by-investment destination, topping the Global Residence Program Index for the second consecutive year, according to a global wealth advisory firm. Published annually as part of the firm’s Residence and Citizenship Programs report, the index evaluates the strength and attractiveness of leading residence-by-investment programs worldwide. The 2026 […]