Coming to Greece in May

Airport welcome desk
Upon arrival at the Macedonia Airport on Sunday 18th May look out for the “Cedefop Agora Conference” welcome desk, where our welcome staff will provide you with guidance and assistance.
Please complete your flight details on the registration form in order to help us welcome you to the city. Airport to hotels transfers are not provided for.

Transfers
From all the hotels listed on the registration form, bus transfer from and to CEDEFOP will be provided on Sunday 18th, Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th May 2008, 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 May
The climate in Thessaloniki is Mediterranean with a definite seasonal variation. In May it is the peak of blooming and vegetation with temperatures ranging between 17°C to 25°C. Light sweaters and jackets are recommended for the evenings.

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.

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