Greece Ultimate Travel Guide

 
Greece is one of the most historical places you can visit in Europe. Home to ancient ruins, Greek Mythological wonders, active volcanoes, and an unmatched party scene, Greece is pretty epic. We traveled to Greece in May of 2022 and visited the islands of Mykonos, Delos, Santorini, and then the city of Athens. We believe it is one of the most beautiful places to visit for any group of travelers or solo. The Greek Islands are truly a unique and special place to visit in the summer and shoulder months. In Greece, you can visit several of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and explore a country where past meets present.
 

Best Time to Visit

Visiting Greece in the shoulder months is my recommendation--early May to June, and September and October. We visited in early May and felt that it was the perfect time to visit as the crowds were not excessive in popular tourist destinations such as Oia, Santorini and Mykonos Town.
We were told by several locals that we came at the best time. During the summer months is the Greek Islands’ peak season, but the weather can be brutally hot and crowds can make it difficult to enjoy certain aspects of travel to Greece.

What to Expect

Language: The official language in Greece is Greek.
Currency: Greece uses the Euro.
Food: You can expect to have amazing food anywhere you go in Greece. Greek cuisine is similar to that of Italy’s but has special dishes like gyros and souvlaki that set it apart. Islands like Mykonos and Santorini will definitely be pricier than Athens and some of the smaller, less visited islands. Greece is very vegetarian friendly and I was able to find a delicious veg option wherever we went.
Credit Cards and ATMs:You can use credit or debit cards almost anywhere in Greece, and if not you will surely find an ATM within minutes. Keep around 100 Euro cash on you for smaller purchases. Be mindful of foreign transaction fees if your card has any. American Express is not widely accepted, but can be used at chains like H&M, Starbucks, etc.
Plugs: The plugs in Greece are Type C and F. The standard voltage is 230 V, and the standard frequency is 50Hz. Forget your curling iron and Dyson, these do not work in Europe and will damage your tools. Stick to blow outs using the hotel hair dryer.
Safety: I felt completely safe in Greece during our travels, but there are political and economic struggles of the country that you should educate yourself on before traveling to the country. Petty theft such as pickpocketing is something to be mindful of in Athens surrounding the Acropolis and main tourist destinations.

 

TRAVEL GUIDES

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  • 3 Days in Santorini | The perfect itinerary for adventurers

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BUCKET LIST EXPERIENCES

  • Four partiers pose with drinks in front of a DJ booth at Tropicana Day Club in Mykonos.

    Day Clubbing in Mykonos

    Check out the clurbs in Mykonos and head to a day-party or two. We enjoyed Tropicana and heard great things about Scorpios.

  • Athens

    The capital of Greece and the most important city in the country, Athens cannot be missed on your first trip to Greece. Home to a rich history and fantastic restaurants, Athens makes it worth it in our book to be more than just a stopover.

  • Visit Delos

    One of the greatest UNESCO World Heritage sites is Delos. An island closest to Mykonos and home to basically all your favorite Greek Gods and Goddesses. Climb to the top of Zeus’ Temple and let me know how you think the view is.

  • Sunset Catamaran Cruise

    Is there ever something you saw or did on your travels that you think of all the time? For me it was the catamaran cruise we did in Santorini. Thank me later.

  • Fira to Oia Hike

    Carve out the better part of a day to make a trek from the capital of Santorini: Fira to walk all the way to the world’s greatest sunset spot: Oia. Along the way you will have a forever view of the famous caldera.

  • Greek Island Hopping

    With over 700 islands, you can’t just pick one to visit in Greece. During the summer months, I can’t think of a dreamier place to be than sailing around the Aegean.

  • ATV Around Mykonos

    Renting an ATV in Mykonos is an absolute must-do activity. To take a break from the partying and the best way to see all that Mykonos has to offer outside of Chora, hop on one of these bad boys and see where the road takes you—literally. You will be driving on busy roads.