2007-06-29 03:44:31 · 28 answers · asked by Sarah B 1 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Greece
Yes, Greece is a very safe country generally. Check out the Gov travel advice for up-to-date info though. Greece is much safer than many countries, take usual precautions- let someone know where you are, book accommodation in advance, only use licenced cabs, use a money belt and keep money hidden, don't carry too mcuh cash, keep valuables out of site, try look confident, don't look lost (even if you are!) etc and you should be fine! Enjoy! x
2007-06-29 03:50:38 · answer #1 · answered by badabing 2 · 7⤊ 1⤋
Your main risk in Greece may well be other tourists. Many Greek men will offer you a bed for the night, but understand NO. If you agree to go for a walk in the woods of course you will get what you deserve. Traffic & driving can be a bit horrendous, don't even think about two wheels Money & valuables generally fairly safe, though there are a few pickpocket gangs from eastern europe around
2007-07-01 04:16:52 · answer #2 · answered by The original Peter G 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
don't worry about that dear! Greece is a civilized, safe country. Don't get worried about all this warnings about greek men.. they are not all bad. You will find bad men in every country you visit, and good ones also of course. I am a foreign woman living in Greece, and I have never had a problem, on the contrary, I have only got respect from others. Good luck!
2007-07-02 18:08:37 · answer #3 · answered by SophiaLeo 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
What's wrong with some people in here? All Greek men want is your money? Come on now, be real. Greece is a perfectly safe place to go. But take precautions if you're not used to hot places, carry a bottle of water with you, sun screen etc. Other than that most people are friendly, although some businesses do tend to inflate their prices if they realize you're a tourist, but in general all you have to do is kick up a fuss and they'll "admit their mistake".
2007-06-30 05:10:56 · answer #4 · answered by I think therefore I am 2210 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It's not just Greek men you need to be careful of, just be aware of all men if they have been drinking. If you are going alone, you don't have to go to the bars and clubs, you can go to nice restaurants etc.. The Islands are very safe compared to the UK, you are much safer here than there, 90% of crime comitted is in the summer season by drunk tourists, but it's mostly harmless fun, I've never heard of anything serious happening.
I met my husbnad on a Greek holiday, they are not all lotharios!!
Have a good holiday, why not have a look on the internet for singles holidays, at least then you will be with a group of people in the same boat as you.
2007-06-29 11:02:47 · answer #5 · answered by Nickynackynoo 6 · 6⤊ 1⤋
Greece is a very safe country i live here, just as long as you dont get caught up with any of the men... because here the men love female tourists... but it's just a matter of laughing it off:) generally it's a beautiful and safe country.
2007-06-29 14:04:00 · answer #6 · answered by Tiara 6 · 7⤊ 1⤋
Hello dear!
SAFE!
How safe Greece will be while you will be traveling alone in Greece? This is the question!
Really, Greece is safer than any place I have been!
2007-06-30 05:34:06 · answer #7 · answered by soubassakis 6 · 5⤊ 1⤋
Of the 26 countries that I have traveled to, I would have to say that GREECE is the safest. Even for someone traveling alone. Of course, you should take the same precautions that u would even at home. You will have a wonderful time, I guarantee it!!!! Kalo taxidi! (Bon Voyage)
2007-06-30 09:52:08 · answer #8 · answered by dvatwork 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
you will as safe as if you were traveling in Italy, France, UK or everywhere in the Western Europe. With due respect though you will be safer in Greece than in the United States, for there are almost no gun-totting louts as they are in the States (courtessy of the Second Amendement)
2007-06-30 05:40:06 · answer #9 · answered by chrisvoulg1 5 · 4⤊ 1⤋
well i live in greece and i think it is perfectly safe....just take any precautions you would anywhere even at your hometown...be a bit more careful in downtown athens like omonoia (with your money and personal belongings) but other than that i don't think you will have a problem! greece is a country that never rests especially during the summertime,everybody is out and about having fun....you will have a great time i am sure!
2007-07-02 17:58:33 · answer #10 · answered by pixie 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋