IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Phone Services
To telephone Canada dial 001, followed by the area code, followed by the telephone number.
Time Difference
In Greece, it is 7 to 10 hours later than in North America, depending on the North American Time Zone. Eastern: 7 hours Mountain: 9 hours Central: 8 hours Pacific: 10 hours
Telephone Numbers in Athens
Police emergency: 100
Coast guard Patrol: 108
Pharmacies: 107
Port Authority: 0210 417-2657
First Aid: 166
Olympic Air: 0210 966-6666
Hospitals: 106
Air France: 0210 960-1100
Tourist Police: 171
Lufthansa: 0210 617-5200
Doctors: 105 (2pm-7am)
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Alitalia: 0210 998-8895
Currency
The currency in Greece is the Euro. Check with your tour operator, hotel or bank for current exchange rates.
Banks
Generally open from 8am to 2 pm daily except Sat., Sun., and public holidays. Exchange centers are located throughout Athens, such as the Greek National Bank in Syntagma Square. Exchange services are also available in most hotels. 5
Electric Current
On land: 200volts AC50Hz. Aboard ship: Varies depending on cruise - be sure to bring the necessary converters to operate any 110 volt, 60Hz appliances.
Embassy in Athens
Canada: 4, I. Genadiou St.
TEL: 0210 727-3400 FAX: 0210 727-3460 |