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Kefalonia Weather
The climate is Mediterranean mild with hot dry summers, and gentle winters with rain. During the months of June and
July, Kefalonia has an average temperature of 23-26°C. Check
www.weather-forecast.com for
more details on the weather.
Temperature (0C) (average)
| JAN |
FEB |
MAR |
APR |
MAY |
JUN |
JUL |
AUG |
SEP |
OCT |
NOE |
DEC |
| 9 |
10 |
12 |
15 |
18 |
23 |
26 |
26 |
22 |
18 |
14 |
13 |
Rainfall (mm)
| JAN |
FEB |
MAR |
APR |
MAY |
JUN |
JUL |
AUG |
SEP |
OCT |
NOE |
DEC |
| 80 |
55 |
45 |
30 |
20 |
5 |
0 |
5 |
30 |
70 |
100 |
115 |
Sunshine (hrs)
| JAN |
FEB |
MAR |
APR |
MAY |
JUN |
JUL |
AUG |
SEP |
OCT |
NOE |
DEC |
| 5 |
6 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
11 |
9 |
7 |
4 |
3 |
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Banks
Banks in Kefalonia are open between 08.00 - 14.00 hours during working
days except Friday, when they are open until 13.00 hours.
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Post Office
Post offices are open from 07:30-14:00 hours (Monday-Friday).
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Shopping
Usual operating hours for shops in Kefalonia are:
-- Monday, Wednesday & Saturday from 08:30-14:30 hours
-- Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 08:00-13:30 hours and from 17:30-20:30 hours
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Time
Greece is two hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+2).
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Currency
The official currency in Greece is EURO. Major credit cards are widely accepted, although cash is preferred in
most shops, especially the smaller ones.
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Tipping
Customary gratuity should be calculated at 10 per cent.
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Taxes
Kefalonia has a sales tax (VAT) of 19% applicable to most goods and services purchased on the
island, regardless of whether the buyer is a resident of or visitor to Greece. Food & Beverage
is an exception (the sales tax is about 9%). The VAT can be partially reimbursed or rebated
to non Europeans.
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Electricity
Outlets and voltage (220 volts) are the same as in most of Europe (except UK). Small appliances
such as hair dryers, irons, razors, etc. can be used in Greece. For those from USA or Canada or
other non-European countries adapters are required. The frequency of electrical current in Greece
is 50 Hz.
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Smoking
The conference is a non- smoking event. Generally in Greece, smoking is not allowed in public buildings. You can smoke
in most restaurants, liquor establishments (bars) and cafeterias.
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Liability & Insurance
The organisers cannot be held responsible for accidents to conference participants or accompanying persons, for damage,
or loss of their personal property, or for cancellation expenses, regardless of cause. Participants are advised to carry
out their own insurance arrangements during their stay in Greece.
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Dress
Casual wear is suggested for all conference events, except the banquet, where we suggest a more formal outfit and a jacket
since the dinner will be held outdoors. Warm cloths are generally recommended in the evening.
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Special Needs
Delegates and accompanying persons with disabilities are invited to advise the Conference
Secretariat of any special requirements.
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Useful Telephone Numbers
Tourist Info
CITY Tourist Information Office 26710 24466, 22248 ARGOSTOLI
Argostoli Archaeological Museum 26710 28300
Argostoli Coryalenios Library 26710 28221
Argostoli Coryaleneio Museum 26710 28835
Emergency Numbers
Argostoli General Prefecture Hospital 26710 24641-5 Souidias str.
"Mantzavinatio" Hospital 26710 91233 1, Stilianou Tipaldou str.
Skala Community Clinic 26710 83222
Tzanata Community Clinic 26740 72217
Transportation
Taxi 26710 24305, 28545
Suburban Coaches (KTEL) 26710 22276, 22281
Argostoli Bus Terminal 26710 22281
Agia Evfimia Port Authority 26740 61000
Argostoli Port Authority 26710 91205
Poros Port Authority 26740 71460
Sami Port Authority 26740 22031
Olympic Airlines +30 210 9666 666
Civil Protection
Argostoli Police Station 26710 22200
Argostoli Tourist Police 26710 22422
Lixouri Police Station 26710 91207
Lixouri Tourist Police 26710 91207
Argostoli Firebrigade 26710 23464, 23067 43, Harokopou str.
Customs Offices
Argostoli Custom 26710 22335
Fiskardo Custom 2674 51212
Lixouri Custom 26710 91420
Sami Custom 2674 22144
Other Services
Post Office (EL.TA) 2674 61299 AGIA EVFIMIA
Post Office (EL.TA) 26710 23537, 22312 ARGOSTOLI
Argostoli Telephone Service (O.T.E) 26710 22699 ARGOSTOLI
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