What is the best time of the year to travel to Greece?
It depends on where you want to go. The best months to visit the islands are May, June, early July, late August, September and early October. Avoid the dates July 20th to August 20th which are the busiest of the tourist season, and late October because the weather gradually deteriorates.
If you want to visit the Greek mainland, then March, April, May, June, September and October are suitable months. July and August are both very warm and busy.
What should I bring?
1. Sun block, sun block and more sun block.
(I tend to bring one bottle and buy another there.)
2. A hat that covers your face.
3. A good pair of sunglasses that block U.V. rays.
4. 2 sets of “day clothes” that are cool and comfortable.
Can be shorts (nice) and a decent t-shirt. Should be cotton.
Many women travelers wear sun skirts, but this may get you stared at.
5. a set of “evening” clothes that include pants and a nice shirt.
How you look is important.
Also you want to wear pants if you go into a major church.
6. Good walking shoes. Acropolis tended to be on high peaks (surprise surprise) and they tend to have a lot of rocks.
Many of the island villages have cobble stone streets.
7. A Day bag that you can carry a 1.5 L bottle of water in, your guide books, sun screen and towel in.
8. A decent camera that you can hide in your pocket or bag.
I leave my expensive one at home.
9. 200 or speed film. All purpose most of your pictures will be outside.
Prices in Greece
Greece is not as expensive as other European countries. However, the days when Greece was on of the cheapest destinations in Europe are long gone.
In the sixties and seventies when the currency exchange rate and prices in Greece were favorable to travelers from Western Europe and the US, Greece was a favorite destination for budget-conscious tourists.
Prices in Greece vary from place to place, but this guide should give you a good idea of what to expect if you are planning to travel to Greece.
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