Is Greece a friendly country?

Greece is one of the most friendly countries in Europe, according to a recent report by InterNations. Thousands of expatriates took a survey for InterNations, a site that offers essential tips to expats around the world, to help determine which countries in Europe and around the world are the most friendly.
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Are Greeks very friendly?

Greek people are super friendly, and even more so when visitors try to speak a little of their language.
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What's rude in Greece?

11 Things You Should Never Say in Greece
  • Don't make a snarky comment on the fact Greeks tend to eat from the same plate.
  • Don't complain about the amount of oil in the food.
  • Don't ask if they put feta cheese in everything.
  • Don't ask for ketchup in a taverna.
  • Don't ask if Greeks still worship ancient gods.
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Is Greece a good country?

The people are so friendly, and the only places you might pay some attention to what's happening at night is at the touristy bar areas where drunk tourists might not handle alcohol very well. But other than that, Greece is a very safe country and crime rarely happens.
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Which European country is the friendliest?

What is Europe's most friendly country? The results are in and, according to the 12,000 people who took the survey, Portugal ranks top of all European countries when it comes to friendliness.
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What is the kindest country?

These countries are seen as being the friendliest in the world.
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  • Spain. #1 in Friendly. ...
  • New Zealand. #2 in Friendly. ...
  • Italy. #3 in Friendly. ...
  • Australia. #4 in Friendly. ...
  • Ireland. #5 in Friendly. ...
  • Canada. #6 in Friendly. ...
  • Portugal. ...
  • Norway.
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What's the most unsafe country?

The most dangerous countries to visit in 2022 are Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Iraq, Libya, Mali, Somalia, South Sudan, Syria and Yemen according to the latest Travel Risk Map, an interactive tool produced by security specialists at International SOS.
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Is Greece Lgbtq friendly?

Greece is one of the liberal countries for LGBT expats. Homosexuality has been legal in the country since 1951. Additionally, equal age of consent has been legal in Greece since 2015. The country also allows LGBT individuals to serve openly in the military.
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Do Greeks speak English?

Although the official language in Greece and Athens is Greek, English is also widely spoken, so you shouldn't experience any problems when visiting the city. English is very widely spoken in Greece, especially in the most touristy parts of the city.
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Is life in Greece good?

Greece is generally a very safe place, and there is very little serious crime. They have one of the lowest costs of living in the European Union, although cities such as Athens are generally more expensive than the rest of the country.
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Can I wear jeans in Greece?

It's acceptable to wear jeans around the city, providing you dress them up with a smart blazer or blouse and elegant accessories. The most important factor when traveling to Athens is to remain neat and presentable.
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Why you shouldn't go to Greece?

and of course the people are unfriendly, eating & drinking costs an arm & a leg, no-one speaks English, the weather is awful, food is imported, frozen & microwaved, ouzo is so horrible you have to water it down, driving around is a nightmare on overcrowded roads . . . . .
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Do Greeks like to party?

Greeks love to party

Along with basketball and football, partying is a national sport in Greece. When the rest of Europe starts heading to the clubs around 11PM, Greeks are only getting ready. Here, you should not be surprised to see people showing up around 12.30AM or 1AM and only return home at sunrise.
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Is Greek hard to learn?

Despite the fact that Greek roots are found throughout the English language, Greek is among the hardest languages for English speakers to learn, according to studies conducted by the US Department of State.
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Which religion is in Greece?

Greece is officially a secular state. However, its religious and social landscape is deeply influenced by the Greek Orthodox Church. It is estimated that 98% of the population identifies with the Greek Orthodox Christian faith. However, the number of practicing Orthodox Christians is likely less.
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Can I drink the water in Greece?

A lot of people visiting the country wonder if they can drink tap water in Greece. The tap water is not potable throughout the country. Although it is perfectly safe to drink water from the tap in Athens and Thessaloniki it is better to ask in all the other places or even better buy bottled water which is fairly cheap.
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Where do gays go in Greece?

Mykonos island is the top destination for gay holidays in Greece and among the most popular gay resorts in the world. There are numerous gay-friendly hotels and clubs on the island. Gay and lesbian people feel free to express themselves and their choices.
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Which country has no crime?

Iceland tops the Global Peace Index, which ranks countries according to safety and security, ongoing conflict and militarisation.
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Which countries are unsafe for Muslims?

Some apply all or a majority of the sharia, and these include Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Brunei, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Yemen and Mauritania.
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Which country is No 1 in world?

United States. The United States of America is a North American nation that is the world's most dominant economic and military power. Likewise, its cultural imprint spans the world, led in large part by its popular culture expressed in music, movies and television.
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Which country is most polite?

New Zealand tops the list of most polite countries — maybe it's hard to be rude when you're surrounded by beautiful landscapes.
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Which country has most beautiful girls?

Women of These Countries are the Most Beautiful in the World
  • Turkey. Meryem Uzerli, Actress. ...
  • Brazil. Alinne Moraes, Actress. ...
  • France. Louise Bourgoin, TV Actor Model. ...
  • Russia. Maria Sharapova, Tennis Player. ...
  • Italy. Monica Bellucci, Model. ...
  • India. Priyanka Chopra, Actor & Model. ...
  • Ukraine. ...
  • Venezuela.
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What is the most respectful country?

The Reputation Institute, a global private consulting firm based in New York and Copenhagen, has just released its third annual list of 50 countries, ranked according to what it says is people's trust, admiration, respect and affinity for those countries. Topping the list for the second year in a row: Canada.
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What should I avoid in Greece?

10 Things Tourists Should Never Do in Greece, Ever
  • Show too much skin when visiting a church.
  • Rely only on credit cards.
  • Take a passive-aggressive attitude with smokers.
  • Take photos of military installations.
  • Throw paper in the toilet.
  • Eat or drink in the metro in Athens.
  • Do the moutza.
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