Greece
Once you step on the land of Greece, then find yourself in the warm embrace of the sun. Greece caressed the sun as no other country in the Mediterranean. Local landscapes, painted sun - blue bays, white fishing villages, green olive groves - will seem unreal vivid as if it were a picture of a skilled artist. No wonder God of heaven - the mighty Zeus, chose his place of residence is Greece, its picturesque Mount Olympus. Truly divine country!
Greece - the cradle of ancient civilization, a world cultural treasure, the birthplace of the Olympic Games and the great heroes. Within a few days of vacation you get used to the fact that they are in an unusual place and stop to distinguish the boundaries between reality and myth. Out on the mountain dignify Parnassus, it turns out, having fun with his muses god Apollo, in the shady grove, Hercules overcame terrible monster, but rather a source at the foot washed Sibyl destinies - Oracle. Myths, familiar from childhood, get here are the real numbers, that nothing surprised.
The Greek islands are often called "islands of dreams." Do not believe those who will say that the sea somewhere cleaner, brighter than the sun, and the wine taste better. This is the best place on the planet! And no matter you sailed here in their own yacht or a charter plane arrived. After all, the sun and the sea - one at all. Greek beaches (they are in the country as much as 13 676 km!) Are considered the best in the world. 400 Greek beaches awarded with a blue flag - original quality, which honors only the cleanest and most comfortable place of rest.
"Greece has everything!" - Said a colorful hero of Chekhov's story. And I was right! Greece has everything you need for your perfect holiday: warm sea, the beautiful sunshine, endless beaches, natural beauty and historical sites. Throw in comfortable hotels, a developed tourist infrastructure, excellent roads. Do not forget the infinite kindness of local residents, the colorful folk festivals with songs and dances, the most useful (and delicious!)
Climate
The climate in Greece - Mediterranean subtropical. Summers are dry and hot, average daily temperatures in July and August +25-28 C. The hottest and driest month - August. Winters are mild, but rainy. The tourist season lasts from April to October
Transport
Buses. For long-distance travel can use buses, which stop in almost every village. Tickets and schedule has at any kiosk and bus interchanges.
Taxi. To get around the city suggest a taxi, because the buses are often crowded. Taxis are usually paid by the meter (average 1 km = 1 Euro), but sometimes practiced and negotiated prices (the price should be agreed before the trip) at night is a double rate.
Ferries. Ply between the islands of "flying dolphins" (hydrofoils) and ferries. On all ferries necessarily a bar, and deep-water vessels - cabins and a restaurant. When buying a ticket, ask whether the food in its price.
A car. At any airport, a large hotel, car rental company can rent a car. The price depends on the season, the car class and the influx of tourists (average price - 40 euros). Selected companies, please read the terms of rental and insurance
Language
Official language - Modern Greek, in the tourist areas speak English, German, French and Italian. In hotels and stores can often be found multilingual staff.
Shopping
Shops in Greece are open from 9:00 to 14:00 (summer - 8:30) and from 17:30 to 20:30 (in summer - to 21:00). In tourist shops are open until late seven days a week. As souvenirs from Greece brought statues of marble and alabaster, stylized Greek museums and exhibits of archaeological objects, black and red vases, pottery, lace products, embroidery and more.
Greece is famous for a good jersey, inexpensive but very high quality leather goods and, of course, coats, since Greece - is one of Europe's leading centers for the production of fur products.