Greece Travel Tips Contd

Currency
The currency unit is the Euro (€). Euro may be obtained at any Greek bank. The rate of exchange fluctuates a bit from day to day. Railroad stations, airports, and most travel agencies and hotels also offer exchange services.

Appliances
The electricity supply in Greece is alternating current, 220 volts, 50 cycles. Appliances for 110 or 120 volts may be operated by using step-down transformers of 220/110 volts connected to each outlet, provided that these transformers have two separate windings which will eliminate any danger of electric shock.

Tips on Driving
Speed limits are 100-120 km/h on highways unless otherwise posted; 50 km/h in residential areas unless otherwise posted.

Currency regulations
Importation of foreign currency, gold and gold coins is free and unlimited. Banknotes more that $ 1000 (U.S.) must be declared at customs.

Cell Phone Tips

In order to save yourself being ripped off due the international roaming take a local service before you leave for your trip. Like the one offered by RebelFone a US Based international cellular services company offering discounts and offers for international travelers for their trip abroad.

Greece SIM Card , a local service here in US at the wholesale rates to save clients up-to 85% on international roaming. Greece SIM Card includes FREE incoming calls with service across Greece plus lowest call charges.

Don't have a Unlocked Cell Phone (Quad Band) , explore the options of buying a Greece- compatible cell phone , renting a Greece Cell Phone at $1 a day. Greece Cell Phone package comes with Free Activated Greece SIM & you are ready to stay connected to your friends & Family where-ever you are in Greece.

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