Is pickpocketing bad in Greece?

Although Greece is a safe place to visit, there have been occasional stories of pick-pockets swiping personal belongings, such as a wallet from out of your pocket, or even directly from a purse, without the owner of the wallet even knowing. It's disconcerting when it happens, but it is usually quiet.



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Two pieces of body language that can cause unintentional offence are hand gestures; don't hold your hand up, palm out, to anybody, and don't make an OK sign by forming a circle with your thumb and forefinger – both are extremely rude.

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Is it safe to wear jewelry in Greece? Yes. Greece is a relatively safe country with low crime statistics, so you don't have to worry about wearing expensive jewelry. However, it's better to stick to light items as heavy accessories can exacerbate the heat during the day.

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All thefts should be reported to the police as soon as possible. The thieves may not be found or the valuables recovered, but a police report may be required to submit an insurance claim or by your airline to issue a replacement ticket.

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There is not a strong tradition of tipping in Greece, particularly among the locals, but it's become expected that tourists leave a small tip while travelling through the country. In restaurants it's common to leave a cash tip for whoever is looking after you – 10–15 per cent is standard.

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It's not permitted to import meat or dairy products into Greece from outside the EU. Also prohibited are unauthorised firearms and ammunition.

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Don't bare your shoulders. That means no tank tops, sleeveless tops, or shirts with shoulder cut-outs unless you're covering your shoulders with a shawl or cardigan. Cover your knees. Shorts and short skirts can be frowned upon — the same goes with ripped jeans.

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Essentials to pack for the Greek Islands Quick-drying beach towel and a waterproof bag to keep wet clothes in until you get to the laundry.

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