ACCOMMODATION
Thessaloniki has a large number of 5* Hotels and a smaller number of 4* Hotels. However, prices are relatively low compared to most other European cities. The city’s 5* hotels offer exceptional hospitality and luxury facilities (such as outdoor swimming pools) at very reasonable prices. Therefore they make for an advantageous value-for-money choice. There is an abundance of 3* hotels in central spots that also serve for a quality stay at much lower rates. Additional units are available in pensions, bed & breakfast, short-let apartments (and Airbnb), youth and student hostels, and private rooms.
VISA INFORMATION
https://www.mfa.gr/en/visas/visas-for-foreigners-traveling-to-greece/
WEATHER - CLIMATE
The climate in Greece is typical of the Mediterranean climate, which is mild and rainy winters, relatively warm and dry summers with, generally, long sunshine duration almost all the year.
The northern areas of Greece have a transitional climate between the continental and the Mediterranean climate. In the summer the climate is very warm around Thessaloniki. The mean temperature average in June-July in Thessaloniki is 30°C.
https://www.meteo.gr/cf-en.cfm?city_id=1
Both conference delegates and accompanying persons may appreciate having the chance to get to know the congress host city or country better, especially if visiting for the first time. Thessaloniki and Greece provide an exciting array of discovery options that range from historical & cultural to natural sights, rounded up by a lot of sports and wellness activities.
With an ideal location, Thessaloniki can become the base for discovering the spectacular beauty of Northern Greece. Cultural treasures of global interest, religious pilgrimages, nature, various activities are waiting for you and even within walking distance from the city. See what you can do only in half, one or two hours from Thessaloniki and plan your next trip!
CURRENCY
The Greek currency is the Euro (€). The majority of stores accept international credit and payment cards. There is also a wide network of ATMs where you can withdraw cash.
