What should I pay attention to when traveling to Greece?

On June 7th, the opening ceremony of the new Greek visa center was held in Beijing. This is really good news, which means it will be much more convenient to travel to Greece in the future ~

April-10 is the golden period of Greek tourism every year. At this time, the temperature in Greece is the mildest, neither too hot nor too cold. Bian Xiao shared a practical post today. Let's take a look at what we need to pay attention to when traveling to Greece ~

Take care of your documents and property.

Shopping, sightseeing and theft prevention

The overall security situation in Greece is good, but cases of theft and robbery against foreign tourists have occurred from time to time. I hope you can keep your passports and other personal documents and keep your belongings where you can see them.

Must we do it in crowded places such as the airport, Acropolis, Constitution Square, Mogna Square, Monas Traci Square and tourist attractions? There are valuables in the front and back, and the passport is next to you? .

Beware of gangs when taking public transport such as subway, bus and airport bus. When going out, try to travel together, especially to avoid acting alone in sparsely populated neighborhoods.

In case of property theft or passport loss, please go to the Tourism Service Department of Athens Police Department as soon as possible (address: No.4 Dragatsaniou, Plateiaklafthmonos District, Athens, 10559, office hours: 7:30-22:00, and duty telephone number: 17 1 2/kloc-0. If you need to reissue your documents, please apply for a travel permit at the Consular Section of the Embassy of China in Greece (address: Krinon2a, Palaiopsychiko, 15452, office hours: 9:00- 12:00), and provide three two-inch ID card photos (with dark white background) and a copy of your passport.

Traffic laws need to be observed.

Pay more attention to renting a car and driving by car.

Go on road trip has become a way of travel for many China tourists. The roads in Greece are generally in good condition, but there are only Greek road signs in many places.

If China tourists choose to stay in go on road trip, they should hold local or European Union or international driver's licenses, abide by local traffic rules, plan their routes in advance, fasten their seat belts when riding, and try to park in the toll parking lot when parking, so as to avoid vehicles being smashed, stolen and license plates being taken off.

Greek drivers generally drive faster, so everyone should avoid driving and be careful when crossing the road.

If you choose to take a taxi or use the mobile phone software, you should confirm the meter charge in advance, write down the license plate and driver's license number, and take good care of your belongings during the ride.

If you choose to rent a car, please be sure to buy insurance, try to sign an English contract with the car rental company, and fully negotiate and reach an agreement on how to deal with collision, ticket, delisting, car seizure and other issues in advance.

If you are injured while driving or riding, please call the medical emergency number 166, the alarm number 100 and the consular protection number of the embassy in Greece 0030-6973730680 as soon as possible. If there is a collision and dispute in the process of car rental, you should also contact the car rental company after calling the police, take photos in time and find witnesses.

Climbing into the sea is very important for safety.

Don't panic if you are sick or injured.

Greece is a mountainous country. When visiting the Acropolis or climbing stairs, it is recommended to wear non-slip shoes, otherwise it is easy to slip and get injured. The beautiful Greek island is the favorite of China tourists. The terrain on the island is complex, the weather is changeable, and there are often strong winds. Pay special attention to safety when going out. Don't just take pictures regardless of your feet. Try not to go into the water alone and stay away from your companions.

Swimming in the hotel swimming pool should be carried out during the opening hours when there are lifeguards. Pay attention to food safety when eating. It is recommended that people with gastrointestinal discomfort drink bottled water directly from the tap.

If you are accidentally injured or feel unwell during your trip, you can bring a green cross and? There are pharmacies with the words "consult pharmacists and buy commonly used drugs". In case of serious illness, please call the medical emergency number 166, or the consular protection number of the embassy in Greece 0030-6973730680.

Civilized travel and rules

Need to respect local customs.

Please abide by local laws and regulations in Greece, do as the Romans do and behave appropriately. Don't make any noise when visiting historical sites and museums, don't touch exhibits and buildings, and turn off the flash when taking pictures. Greeks are hospitable and like to make friends, but they pay attention to privacy and personal space.

If you want to shoot others or children, please ask the consent of the parties or guardians in advance. You can't do this? Open your five fingers and rush at others with your palm? This kind of behavior is considered taboo in Greece.