“We do not anticipate that tour operators will need to rebook their customers to a different destination. However, we are monitoring the situation closely and will work with our Members on any developments”, See the statement:
Due to the ongoing financial situation in Greece, banks in the country and the Greek Stock Exchange are currently closed.
At this time, there are no limits on cash withdrawals for tourists using cards at ATMs. However, there are mixed reports on availability of cash from ATMs.
We advise holidaymakers and travellers heading out to Greece to take enough Euros in cash to cover all of their needs. Holidaymakers should check how much cash their travel insurance policy covers them for and should take appropriate security precautions against theft such as using their hotel safe or splitting cash up between their party. Please note, other payment methods such as credit and debit cards are accepted as normal in shops and restaurants.
We would also advise holidaymakers and travellers, as we would with any destination, to take out travel insurance as soon as they book their holiday.
Reports from our Members and holidaymakers on the ground suggest that it is business as usual in the Greek resorts with bars, shops and restaurants adequately supplied and open as usual.
We do not anticipate that tour operators will need to rebook their customers to a different destination. However, we are monitoring the situation closely and will work with our Members on any developments.
