Planning my first trip to Greece in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from the US and have experience in a few different countries but this would be my first time in Greece.
Thanks for any help!
Greece safety update
Started by OttawaOliver · 26 Feb 2026 · 1539 views
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27 Feb 2026 at 05:50
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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27 Feb 2026 at 10:11
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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27 Feb 2026 at 12:54
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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27 Feb 2026 at 14:46
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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27 Feb 2026 at 17:53
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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27 Feb 2026 at 20:52
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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27 Feb 2026 at 22:37
I was there in January and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $90/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
Spent about $90/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
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28 Feb 2026 at 06:09
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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28 Feb 2026 at 07:06
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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28 Feb 2026 at 10:20
Did you use the local sites or find girls at clubs?
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28 Feb 2026 at 16:01
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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28 Feb 2026 at 16:24
I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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Did you use the local sites or find girls at online?
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28 Feb 2026 at 22:55
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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