Northern Greece, Greece
Your main navigation tool; download offline maps for no internet access.
For language barriers, download the Greek language pack for offline use.
For hailing licensed taxis, offering convenience and transparency.
Official app for bus schedules and real-time tracking (Google Maps often integrates this).
For secure internet access while traveling. Secure your connection.
Official tourism website for general country information (www.visitgreece.gr).
Official site for specific event and attraction information (www.thessaloniki.travel).
Official website for Thessaloniki's public bus transport, with routes and schedules (www.oasth.gr).
For train schedules and bookings within Greece (www.hellenictrain.gr).
For up-to-date hours, fees, and exhibitions at major museums.
Search for official tourism accounts on Instagram and Facebook for visual inspiration and event updates.
Look for travel podcasts or YouTube channels featuring Thessaloniki or Northern Greece for an audio-visual introduction.
Travel forums (TripAdvisor, Reddit) and Facebook groups offer peer advice and connections.
Use apps like Duolingo or Babbel for basic Greek phrases before your trip.
Find films and documentaries about Thessaloniki to gain visual context.
Listen to Greek folk, rebetiko, and laika music; explore local contemporary art.
Keep important phone numbers written down, not solely on your phone.
Consider comprehensive guides like Insight Guides Greece or Rough Guide to Greece.
These guides cover Greece generally with a dedicated section on Thessaloniki.
A detailed Thessaloniki City Map is valuable for navigating streets, especially in Ano Poli.
Pick up local newspapers or free cultural magazines (often in Greek) from cafes or cultural centers.
These provide current event listings, exhibition details, and local insights.
Some local publications may have sections in English.
Check validity (at least 3 months beyond departure from Schengen Area) and visa requirements.
Consult your doctor about vaccinations and purchase comprehensive travel insurance.
Obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP) if you plan to drive and are a non-EU citizen.
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