International roaming can be easily organized between European countries. For Australian and American travelers, you may consider buying a Greek SIM card and inserting it into your phone so you have a Greek number. These cards are easily purchased at one of the mobile phone providers.
Many cities and towns have a good selection of Wi-Fi spots where you can log on and if not free pay by the hour. These are usually located in cafes, airports and hotels. Most hotels will offer you free Wi-Fi.
In Greece and the rest of Europe electricity is supplied at 220 volts. Most hotels offer voltage converters for travelers outside Europe.
Greece’s currency is Euro and, in most cities & islands there are currency exchange spots.
Although tipping is not mandatory in Greece, it is an expected courtesy for a service well done. Typically:
The most widely accepted cards are Visa, MasterCard & American Express.
Banks are open from Monday to Friday 08:00 a.m. – 14:00 p.m.
You can withdraw money from any ATM with a charge depending on the cash card you’re using.
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