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Spatial planning for tourism: The new rules for investments, Airbnb and out-of-plan construction

From 16 to 8 acres the plot sizes for hotels – The Joint Ministerial Decision institutionalises the new framework for the spatial development of tourism, with stricter terms in saturated destinations, special provisions for the islands and transitional arrangements for existing investments – Hoteliers insist that the core of the restrictions remains unchanged

Greece wins over European tourists as 29% plan a visit, with demand growing beyond summer

A new GNTO survey across ten European markets finds strong interest in visiting Greece beyond peak summer, with safety and hospitality rated highly, though value for money remains a comparatively weaker point requiring further attention

New Special Spatial Framework for Tourism: Final changes before Ministerial approval

Cap on strategic investments in saturated destinations, 350-bed limit for new hotels, new rules for short-term rentals, and updated destination classifications

“Mallorca at its limits”: Clashes and eight injured in protest against overtourism—Watch the video

Protesters argued that the continued growth of tourism has overwhelmed infrastructure and public services, negatively affecting the daily lives of permanent residents

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