With Greece mired in a financial crisis, we have been getting questions about whether it is safe to travel to the country. The answer is, yes, but precautions must be taken. See a recent article in Fortune by Christopher Elliott.
It’s important to monitor developments, which are changing at a rapid pace. The biggest issue right now is access to cash, especially in light of the government’s decision that all banks – including branches of foreign institutions – will remain closed until July 6. There are also daily cash withdrawal limits of 60 Euros at ATM’s. So travelers should bring sufficient cash, be sure to use the hotel safe deposit box, and carry only enough money to support that day’s activities. Use credit card transactions where possible.
Protests are something to avoid. It may feel to visitors like these are part of history, but they should not be witnessed firsthand. These often result in clashes between protesters and police, so the risk of injury is a real threat.
We all hope that this crisis passes soon. But in the meantime, travelers need to keep up with the latest information to remain safe.
