Local Greeks pushed out as mass tourism takes over Athens
Back to homepage / Shows / Focus Issued on: 09/04/2024 – 11:27Modified: 09/04/2024 – 11:29 05:31 FOCUS © FRANCE 24 In Greece, the success of the tourist industry is making it difficult for local Greeks to keep up with surging property prices. Short-term rentals are booming, while chain stores are replacing local retailers. Residents are being […]
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In Greece, the success of the tourist industry is making it difficult for local Greeks to keep up with surging property prices. Short-term rentals are booming, while chain stores are replacing local retailers. Residents are being forced out, with more than 40 percent of their disposable income spent on housing – more than in any other European country. FRANCE 24’s Nathalie Savaricas, Laurent Laughlin, Aris Dimitrakopoulos and Nikos Kollias report from Athens.
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