Laws, Regulations & Policies

A tax bill tabled in Greek Parliament increases the climate resilience fee for hotels and short-term rentals.

Spain’s new regulations mandating extensive data collection from travelers are raising alarms across the tourism industry.

Greece has accepted measures to align its tonnage tax system with EU State aid rules, according to the European Commission.

The Tourism Ministry is set to launch a public consultation on its new draft law, addressing short-term rental regulations and other key sector challenges.

The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels (HCH) in Greece is taking legal action against Booking.com over its use of rate parity clauses.

The German Hotel Association (IHA) is optimistic about Greek hoteliers’ lawsuits against Booking.com, citing strong legal grounds.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) condemned a decision by the Spanish government to override European law, remove cabin baggage fees for passengers in Spain and fine airlines 179 million euros.

New operating rules for short-term rental accommodations in Greece will be introduced through a draft law by the Tourism Ministry

Athens’ hoteliers have called on municipalities across the Attica region to refrain from raising the stayover duty for hotels.

The European Holiday Home Association (EHHA) has filed a complaint with the European Commission, arguing that Catalan short-term rental rules are unjustified, disproportionate, and violate EU law.