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| General
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- The official language is Greek in Greece even though it is customary at hotels and tourist attractions understand us speaking in English. The level of English of the Greeks is generally higher than we have the Spanish. - Greece is a safe country but typically many cases of theft from tourists. Therefore it is advisable to keep our belongings, be very aware of our luggage and mobile and be especially careful in crowded areas. - In Greece we find people of all religions (Catholic, Jewish, Muslim and Christian Greco-Orthodox). The official religion is Orthodox Christian, Greco-although there is good coexistence with other religions. - Given the enormous influx of tourists visiting the country annually, the authorities have created a special police force to attend to tourists when they suffered a mishap. - Tilt the head back is considered a rude gesture toward those who look at us. - No smoking in public buildings or on public transport.
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| Money
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- The official currency in Greece is the Euro so no need to change our currency. - We can find many high quality furs in his walks and markets. They are usually mink or fox and it's very typical that tourists usually buy. - It is also common to find replicas of ancient Greek objects or jewelry and antique jewelry designs. - In hotels, restaurants, shops and malls accept without problem the most common credit cards (VISA, Mastercard, American Express). - It is customary to leave a tip if we are satisfied with the service of waiters, taxi drivers and tour guides buttons. - The goods bought in Greece, as throughout the European Economic Community include VAT. The percentage applied need not be the same as that used in the same products in Spain.
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| Health
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- No need any vaccinations to enter Greece. - There is agreement between the Social Security and Greek Spanish to meet the patients will not have to be concerned for this reason. - Pharmacists can prescribe a large amount of drugs unlike Spain. - The medicines are more expensive than in Spain. - We must be careful when sunbathing because many tourists who suffer dehydration or sunburn.
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| Climate
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- Greece's climate is typically Mediterranean (moderately cold in winter and hot in summer). Inside the country but these temperatures are accentuated.. - The best time to travel to Greece will find it is spring all the more splendid scenery. Another good choice is the end of summer when temperatures are more mild but pleasant enough to enjoy its beaches.
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| Transport
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- To move through Athens can use either the buses are usually economic or train that connects us to the subway line and from there we can go anywhere in town.
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