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July 12, 2022
Rethymno, Crete, Greece

Caitlin & Demetrios

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Greek words Nice to meet you: Χάρηκα πολύ (HA-ree-ka po-LEE) How are you?: Tι κανείς (tee-KAH-nis)? Good morning: Καλημέρα (kah-lee-MER-ah) You would say this greeting up until noon, and then for the rest of the day you can use “Γεια” (yah) as the standard greeting. Good afternoon/evening: Καλησπέρα (kah-lee-SPER-ah) Beginning around late afternoon/dusk and into the evening, you can use this greeting. Goodnight: Καληνύχτα (kah-lee-NEEKH-tah) Say this when going to bed. Thank you: Ευχαριστώ (eff-kha-ri-STOE) Please/You’re welcome: Παρακαλώ (para-kah-LOE) In Greek, the word for “please” and “you’re welcome” is the same, making it all the more easy to learn. It’s polite to say “para-kah-LOE” after asking for directions or the price of something. It can even be used to mean “I beg your pardon?” or “Huh?” when you’ve misunderstood or want someone to repeat something.
Question

Do most Greeks speak English?

Answer

Yes! Just like the rest of Europe, most citizens speak 2-3 languages.

Question

Do I need a car in Crete?

Answer

Yes! It is a large island and you will need a car to explore.

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Should I bring euros with me?

Answer

Demetri always orders euros from Bank of America before a trip. Caitie always finds an ATM or exchange service when she arrives.

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Can I use my US credit card in Greece?

Answer

Yes, just inform your card of your travel. Also, make sure your card has NO foreign transaction fees!

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Will my US driver's license work?

Answer

No, you need an international driver's license from AAA. You should also bring your US driver's license.

Question

What should I wear to the wedding?

Answer

Men: Suit & Tie Women: Cocktail/Semi-Formal

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How do I order coffee in Greece?

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Coffee – καφέ – kafe Greek Coffee – ελληνικό καφέ – elliniko kafe – or referred to as simply “ελληνικό” or “elliniko” Frappe – φραπέ – frappe Espresso – εσπρέσο – espresso Cappuccino – καπουτσίνο – kapoutsino Decaf – ντεκαφεϊνέ – dekafeine These are a few basic ways to order coffees in the Greek language. Here are your two options. Both work equally as well. A coffee, please. – Έναν καφέ, παρακαλώ – Enan kafe parakalo I would like a coffee, please. – Θα ήθελα έναν καφέ παρακαλώ – tha ithela enan kafe parakalo. In addition, there are different combinations of coffee drinks that you will need to know. A Greek coffee sweet/medium/plain – Έναν ελληνικό γλυκό / μέτριο / σκέτο – Enan elliniko glyko/metrio/sketo A double Greek coffee – Έναν ελληνικό διπλό – enan elliniko diplo A frappe sweet/medium/plain – Ένα φραπέ γλυκό / μέτριο / σκέτο – ena frappe glyko/metrio/sketo A frappe with milk/ without milk – Ένα φραπέ με γάλα / χωρίς γάλα – ena frappe me gala/horis gala

Question

Where are Demetri and Caitie staying and for how long?

Answer

We have rented an Airbnb villa with a private pool in Prines! Visitors welcome for a swim. We are landing in Heraklion July 7 and leaving Crete on July 30. We will be in Rethymno from July 7 - 16. Then we are traveling to other parts of the island.

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