The Short Stay Thessaloniki Conference 2026 will make its debut in Thessaloniki on Saturday, November 14, as part of Philoxenia International Tourism Exhibition, with the support of TIF-HELEXPO. From 10:00 to 16:00, the Open Stage in Pavilion 14 at Thessaloniki International Exhibition & Congress Centre, will bring together short-term rental professionals, property owners and representatives of leading industry companies to explore the developments shaping the future of the market.
With a particular focus on Thessaloniki and Northern Greece, the conference aims to become a meeting point for hosts, property managers and hospitality businesses from Greece and the Balkans, combining market insights with practical tools and new business opportunities.
Attendance is free, but advance registration is required. Participants can register through the official conference website.
Thessaloniki market data and the changing short-term rental landscape
The Short Stay Thessaloniki Conference 2026 will open with a presentation by Beyond examining short-term rental performance in Thessaloniki and Northern Greece.
Nikolas Zourmpakis will present data on occupancy, average daily rates, revenue performance and guest booking behaviour, highlighting the differences between urban and leisure destinations.
Of particular interest will be an initial assessment of market developments following the introduction of restrictions on new short-term rental registrations in Thessaloniki’s First Municipal Community on July 1, 2026.
Discussions will also address the evolving regulatory environment, the challenges facing industry professionals and the issue of unregistered short-term rental activity.
Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com join Short Stay Thessaloniki Conference 2026
Representatives from major international platforms, including Airbnb, Expedia Group’s Vrbo and Booking.com, will take part in the conference, sharing insights into the hospitality sector and emerging travel booking trends.
Changing traveller behaviour, the outlook for 2027 and strategies to strengthen business competitiveness will be among the key topics on the agenda.
A dedicated panel will also explore the wider economic contribution of short-term rentals to local destinations, looking beyond accommodation revenue to highlight their links with restaurants, retail, transport and local experiences.
The programme will also feature a discussion on the future of tourism and hospitality in Thessaloniki, with the participation of the city’s Mayor, Stelios Angeloudis.
From managing properties to building a professional hospitality business
A significant part of the conference will focus on the day-to-day challenges facing short-term rental professionals and the solutions available to improve property performance.
How profitable is an Airbnb property really? How do management requirements change when a portfolio grows from one property to five, twenty or even a hundred? And how can technology reduce operating costs while increasing revenue?
Through presentations, panel discussions and real-world examples, participants will discover modern approaches to dynamic pricing, process automation, artificial intelligence, guest experience and direct booking strategies.
Technology providers including Hosthub, loggia, Radefy and Guestin will take part in the programme, showcasing tools and services designed for modern property management.
Practical workshops on Sunday, November 15
Short Stay Conference’s presence at Philoxenia will continue on Sunday, November 15, with a two-hour programme of practical workshops from 13:00 to 15:00 at the Tech Stage in Pavilion 13.
The workshops are designed for exhibition visitors interested in exploring practical tools and applications to improve the day-to-day operation of their accommodation businesses.
Topics will include dynamic pricing using real market data from Thessaloniki, property management automation, technology-driven solutions and practical strategies to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
Free registration for Short Stay Thessaloniki Conference 2026
The conference will take place on Saturday, November 14, from 10:00 to 16:00, in Pavilion 14 at Thessaloniki International Exhibition & Congress Centre, as part of Philoxenia International Tourism Exhibition.
Attendance is free, but advance registration is required to ensure smooth access to the exhibition venue.