Halkidiki is a beautiful part of mainland Greece with stunning landscapes and has always been a popular summer holiday destination. The number of enquiries for properties to rent longer term in Halkidiki is surpassing expectations every year.
In previous years the majority of tourists from abroad could only afford to spend just one or two weeks’ on holiday in a hotel or self-catered apartments. The Greeks on the other hand have always had the luxury of extended holidays because of the lifestyle and have been able to rent large villas in Halkidiki for the whole summer season.
This demand for properties to rent in Halkidiki for the whole summer season from foreign tourists has greatly increased mainly from the Balkan countries and Russia. The Halkidiki region attracts interest from Balkan tourists because of the relatively easy distance whereas Russian visitors are enticed by the wonderful Mediterranean climate!
As a result of the national economy crisis, many Greeks were forced to rent out their properties in Halkidiki to holidaymakers in order to afford the new property tax introduced by the government. Coincidentally the increase in demand for properties to rent in Halkidiki has actually created an extra income, which has helped many Greeks in financial difficulties.
There are now many different types of properties available for rent in Halkidiki at prices for all budgets.