Greece travel information
There is generally little risk when travelling in Greece, which has a good tourist infrastructure and a satisfactory public health service. Driving can be dangerous, however, and theft in heavily touristed areas can be a problem. Tourists should remain vigilant for the ever-present terrorist threat in Europe and heed warnings regarding seismic activity.
Up-to-date advice regarding travel in Greece is available on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website. Greece has more traffic accidents than any other Western European country and the hiring of motorcycles, scooters and quad bikes is not recommended. Mainland Greece and most of the Greek islands popular with tourists are in seismically active zones, and earth tremors are common.
http://www.fco.gov.uk
The Footprint Guides website is an invaluable source of practical travel information on Greece and also offers up-to-date warnings and advice. This includes practical advice for independent and budget travellers, and an update on recovery from natural disasters.
http://www.footprintguides.com/
In general, no special immunisations or medications are necessary for travel to Greece. Regarding health concerns and other risks, the MD Travel Health site offers comprehensive information, and advice (updated daily) on a variety of health issues and precautions for travelling in Greece.
http://www.MDtravelhealth.com
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Essentials
Visas: Most nationals can stay in Greece for up to three months without a visa
Season: April – October, with June – August being the high season
Money: Euro – ATMs widely available
Language: Greek – English widely spoken
Emergency #: 100; roadside assistance: 104