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A Greek tragedy . . . Or just an inconvenience?

July 10, 2015 09:13
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BySharron Livingston, Sharron Livingston

1 min read

As Greece decides what to do about its €323 billion debt and whether to abandon the euro, hotels are facing a drop in last-minute bookings, and holidaymakers who have already booked are wondering whether to go.

Whatever you decide, the most important piece of advice is: don't rely on ATMs - they may not all be topped up regularly - and take enough cash for your stay as well as your cards.

How much is enough? The Post Office have produced guielines which suggest that a meal including drinks for a family of four will cost around £36 in Crete and around £47 in Corfu. Expect to pay £1.45 for a cup of coffee and £2.62 for a glass of wine.

And given the amount of cash you will have, check your travel insurance. Some companies have increased the amount they will cover for loss and theft.