It is true that Greece has been getting mostly negative publicity for numerous, successive years now, but most tourists that overcame this and decided to visit the country have been rewarded for their decision.
The refugee crisis has affected only very specific areas and you should not allow it to intoxicate you with its understandably negative vibes.
Terrorism is a very important threat but, unfortunately, it can hit anywhere, even in on innocent looking beach in the western Mediterranean, even in the heartland of Europe, even at an office, a grocery store, a restaurant or a theater anywhere, as recent events have proven.
If you let yourself get infected by its paranoia, you can literally feel threatened even inside your own house, even inside your own brain.
Thankfully, Greece has always been one of the safest countries in the world and it will most likely remain so this summer.
Refugee flows have virtually stopped and the country’s bailout review is very close to a happy ending, safeguarding us, thus, from the uncertainty we experienced last year.
The crisis also has its positive side effects for visitors. Prices are better, offers more abundant and tourist crowds less so.
In short, without any exaggeration or misleading advertising intent, those who decide to visit Greece this year will have an even better opportunity to enjoy its beauties, amazing beaches, crystal clear waters, fantastic weather, rich culture and history, traditional fun and hospitality.
It would really be a pity to lose all that.
“All is well, that ends well” Shakespeare wrote and any Greek who respects himself can… lecture you on “last minute bookings being as good as early ones, or even better, since they encourage spontaneity.”
And even if you wonder if the price for five thousand years of history is the “vice” of finishing everything in the nick of time – “sto para pente” as the local expression goes – please, for your sake, do not let any of this keep you from enjoying the undeniably fabulous Greek summer.
Welcome!
