The final changes have been confirmed for future GGV applicants. Personally, I don't think Hydra will really benefit as the already low full-time population of the island means that the investment value has been discounted. Given that sellers have already been marketing their real estate for much higher than the threshold, it's not going to make a huge difference.
A typical morning for me living on Hydra Island. Over-buying plants at the garden centre, getting keys cut, anxiously rearranging delivery by boat from Ermioni because it won't be coming on Friday because it's the Hydra's Trails Event weekend.
New Greek Golden Visa rules: Minimum purchase price going up to €400,000 - €800,000 plus short-term rentals not allowed and the property must be 120m2 plus in size.
Should make the sales process easier and quicker
The Mandraki Beach Resort nestled in Mandraki Bay has been a labour of love and perseverance for owners and Hydra residents, Arthur and Janis Fitzwilliam. Much anticipated, after seven years, the resort in all aspects is fully open and for me, it is one of the most relaxing treats on Hydra. I sincerely applaud the results.
With a small sketch as well as a signature
The ground floor of one of the prettiest buildings in Hydra town has been opened by Helen Mavroudakis who presents her Lemon Trees Cafe and Bar, a great alternative to being on the port and with a really unique Hydra feel.
Walking into one of the exhibition rooms with the entire back wall taken up by a wave of intricately placed mosaics in sheets of marble by Christina Nakos, just blew me away. I could stand mesmerized by her sea of detail for hours.
And their much loved evening cruises have started up again!