PRESTIGE & LUXURY HOTELS
Dive into the endless waters of the three seas (the Ionian Sea in the west, the Aegean east and part of the Mediterranean Sea) in which more than 9,000 islands and islets emerge: an absolutely immense small country with these unique islands where sweetness and tranquility punctuate the course of life and where hospitality still astonishing, in keeping with the Greek tradition. We visit with happiness the medieval city of Rhodes, the immaculate white houses of Cyclades or the Minotaur in Crete. With its Mount Olympus which culminates at 12,917 meters, Greece, cradle of Western civilization, homeland of arts, politics, philosophy and science never ceases to amaze by its colossal heritage and its beauty.
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YOU'RE GOING TO GREECE ?
Currency: Euro (in €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200 and €500 notes). Banks open from 8 a.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or 2 p.m. The National bank of Greece, in Athens, is open all day.
Electricity : European standard plug
Cuisine: A Greek feast will often consist of moussaka, kalamári, and mezédhes – not to mention delicious seafood and plump olives.
Tipping etiquette: Tipping is not essential as most restaurants include a service charge.
Transport: There are buses available, but train networks are limited. The rail network serves the main cities, it is in progress modernization. To get around Greece think about renting your own car or scooter. Good general condition of the road network. Watch out for country roads narrow and crowded. Boats are the common way to get to the islands.
Top tip: Go beyond the guidebook. From ruins to secret coves and sweeping views, Greece is full of hidden gems waiting just off the beaten track.
When to go ? : There’s plenty to see and do in Greece all the year round. Summer sees the country in full swing, with lots of tours and activities on offer. Spring and autumn are a more peaceful time to explore the coast and countryside. Many resorts close in winter – plan carefully and you could enjoy many regions almost to yourself.
Climate : Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and very hot summers exceeding often the 30 ° mainly in Continental Greece.
Electricity : European standard plug
Cuisine: A Greek feast will often consist of moussaka, kalamári, and mezédhes – not to mention delicious seafood and plump olives.
Tipping etiquette: Tipping is not essential as most restaurants include a service charge.
Transport: There are buses available, but train networks are limited. The rail network serves the main cities, it is in progress modernization. To get around Greece think about renting your own car or scooter. Good general condition of the road network. Watch out for country roads narrow and crowded. Boats are the common way to get to the islands.
Top tip: Go beyond the guidebook. From ruins to secret coves and sweeping views, Greece is full of hidden gems waiting just off the beaten track.
When to go ? : There’s plenty to see and do in Greece all the year round. Summer sees the country in full swing, with lots of tours and activities on offer. Spring and autumn are a more peaceful time to explore the coast and countryside. Many resorts close in winter – plan carefully and you could enjoy many regions almost to yourself.
Climate : Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and very hot summers exceeding often the 30 ° mainly in Continental Greece.
