High-signal updates about Sardinia that truly matter for short term rentals, travel demand, and verified hospitality. No noise, no copy-paste headlines, only what changes decisions.
Editorial standard: every update includes sources, a short fact summary, and a clear explanation of what it changes for guests and operators in Sardinia.
Last updated: 21 Feb 2026 • Total posts: 8
The STR world changes fast. Guests want clarity. Owners want compliance. Operators need facts. This hub translates real developments into practical impact for Sardinia, with sources you can verify.
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Each update follows one format: facts, sources, then what it changes for Sardinia STR.
21.8M presenze, 56% foreign visitors, US +34%, €2B spending. Cross-referenced regional data, Olbia airport records, and RENTAL12 verified portfolio statistics explain what the record means for 2026.
A 63% surge in high-end demand and new London routes drive the shift from hotels to private "villeggiatura."
5 of 6 territorial continuity routes secured. Reduced fares and summer 2026 stability confirmed for Olbia and Cagliari.
Deep dive on Eurostat data and local employment. Why STR is the engine for year-round stability in Olbia.
British Airways launches Stansted route. Lonely Planet nod. The "3-minute transfer" unlocks the City Break market.
Eurowings launches Graz-Olbia. Olbia hikes tourist tax to €3.50. Pricing power vs operational costs.
Spain orders removal of 86k listings. Airbnb fined €64M. Olbia inspections are ramping up with real fines.
Vendor research highlights listing quality as a primary performance driver. Consistency becomes measurable.
Verified institutional, transport, and regulatory sources cited in RENTAL12 News articles. All links independently verified February 2026.
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