Coming to Greece in March
Airport welcome desk
Upon arrival at Macedonia Airport on Sunday 15th March look out for the “Agora Thessaloniki” welcome desk, where our staff will provide you with guidance and assistance. Please complete your flight details on the registration form to help us welcome you to the city. Airport to hotels transfers are not provided.
Transfers
From all the hotels listed on the registration form, bus transfer from and to CEDEFOP will be provided from Sunday 15th till Tuesday 17th March 2009, according to the conference programme and to all social events. If you are late you can always take a taxi, as there is no convenient public transport to CEDEFOP.
Time
Greece is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +2) throughout the year.
Language
Greek is the official language but English is widely spoken as well as German and French.
Currency
The Greek currency is EURO. Credit cards are widely used in most establishments. Most currencies and traveller’s cheques can easily be changed either at banks, hotels or money-changers with some handling charges.
Weather in March
The climate in Thessaloniki is Mediterranean with a definite seasonal variation. In March the weather is usually cool to warm with temperatures ranging between 7,5°C and 17°C. Temperatures push into the pleasant range, rain is still frequent, but there is ample sunshine many days. Warm clothes as well as some spring clothes are recommended.
Power supply
The standard current in Greece is 220 volts. Plugs are European standard with two round pins.
People & Life
Thessaloniki is a popular destination. You will certainly enjoy a pleasant and interesting stay in the city. People are friendly and happy to help with any questions. The atmosphere is unique during the day in the commercial and shopping centre, but especially during the evening, in the wide variety of bars, restaurants and theatres for entertainment. Thessaloniki is renowned for its unique location, along the Thermaikos Gulf, its sunsets, its long history, its monuments and museums as well as its distinguished cuisine.
Useful phone numbers
| Police* |
100 |
| Tourist police station |
(+30) 2310554870, (+30) 2310554871 |
| Ambulance* |
166 |
| Fire* |
199 |
| Emergency phone** |
112 |
| Phone book information* |
11888 | *It refers to a local number and can be used only from a local phone.
**It refers to a European number. After a recorded message in English and Greek, an operator receives the call in English, French or Greek, puts the caller through to the necessary service, and assists with interpretation, if necessary.
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