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Spain orders Airbnb to block 65,000 holiday rentals over rule violations
- On Monday, Spain's government ordered Airbnb to block 65,935 holiday rental listings across Madrid, Andalusia, and Catalonia for rule violations.
- This order follows rising concerns over a housing affordability crisis, which has caused protests and prompted government actions against short-term rentals.
- Many of the blocked listings lacked valid license numbers, did not specify owner types, or showed discrepancies with official records.
- Barcelona plans to close all 10,000 licensed short-term rental apartments by 2028 to safeguard housing for full-time residents amid the proliferation of holiday rentals.
- The blockade of listings and rental closures highlight Spain’s efforts to address overtourism and housing issues amid ongoing public protests.
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Tourist in Spain Finds Himself in Trouble: Airbnb Must Remove 65,000 Illegal Holiday Homes
Holidaymakers who have booked or want to book an apartment or villa in Spain via Airbnb would do well to check whether it has a valid permit. The Spanish government has ordered Airbnb to remove more than 65,000 listings because they do not comply with the rules. In many cases, a proper permit is missing.
Spain to shut down 65,000 holiday rentals - how to know if yours is at risk
THOUSANDS of Brits face having their holidays cancelled to Spain this summer ahead of a huge government crackdown. The Spanish government has called for more than 65,000 holiday rentals on Airbnb to be removed. AlamyMore than 65,000 holiday rentals in Spain are set to be shut down following protests[/caption] AlamyLocals have long complained about the volume of Airbnbs in the cities[/caption] The crack-down comes amid a huge wave of protests fro…
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