rental properties

Europe in Motion

House prices or lifestyle? Here's why many Europeans say no to buying

It's no secret that it's difficult to get on Europe's property ladder these days, but, surprisingly, extortionate house prices aren't the only reason people are choosing to rent. Europe in Motion unpacks the latest European Housing Trend report.

19 February 2026

Moments

How Booking.com fraudsters are successfully scamming travellers

Earlier this year, consumer watchdog Which? released a comprehensive report uncovering myriad scams and security issues on Booking.com.

23 December 2025

Travel News

Airbnb fined €65 million as Spain tightens rental rules

The fine is equal to six times the profits Airbnb made while the properties were still listed despite being in breach of the rules.

15 December 2025

Travel News

Milan bans check-in key boxes for short rentals from 2026

From 2026, Milan is cracking down on short-term rentals with a ban on key boxes on public land.

5 December 2025

Travel News

Airbnb safety concerns can deter travellers. Can transparency fix it?

Airbnb safety reviews can influence bookings, new study shows

24 October 2025

Moments

Travel insurance tips as governments crack down on Airbnbs

Here are travellers’ rights to a refund or compensation when their rental booking is cancelled.

7 July 2025

Travel News

Rome Jubilee year: A polished city, but where are the pilgrims?

As Rome marks its Jubilee year, the anticipated wave of pilgrims and short-term rental profits has yet to arrive, leaving landlords disappointed and locals grappling with a still-tight housing market.

21 June 2025

Travel News

Spanish court keeps order to block 66,000 Airbnb listings

The government is clamping down on Airbnb properties to tackle its housing crisis, which the company claims is misguided.

20 June 2025

Travel News

How the water gun became a symbol of Spain's overtourism protests

The phenomenon started last July, when a fringe, left-wing activist group held its first successful rally.

17 June 2025

Travel News

Airbnb rolls out anti-party tech to prevent summer disruptions

Spain recently removed 65,000 Airbnb listings amid mounting backlash against the platform.

23 May 2025

Travel News

Spain orders Airbnb to remove more than 65,000 holiday rental listings

Many Spaniards blame short-term rentals on platforms like Airbnb for worsening housing shortages.

20 May 2025

Economy

European property market: Where have housing costs soared the most?

Between 2015 and 2024, house prices in the EU increased by 53%, with the cost tripling in some countries.

15 May 2025

Economy

Where in Europe will property investment pay off most in 2025?

The countries with the highest rental yields and most favourable property taxes could offer the best financial returns on property investment. A recent report studied all the elements to find out where the best location is to invest in property in Europe.

26 April 2025

Economy

Rents in Ireland could rise as Taoiseach suggests review of price cap

Leader Micheál Martin says investors require more stability to invest in housing, which could subsequently reduce shortages.

10 February 2025

Travel News

Why is Airbnb claiming Spain’s new rental rules will fuel overtourism?

Amsterdam brought in new rules for Airbnb hosts in 2022 and the results are revealing.

22 January 2025

Travel News

How Greece is trying to put the brakes on Airbnbs with new legislation

Hotel owners have complained that holiday rentals now outnumber hotel rooms.

13 January 2025