Originally Posted by
mtimmer
Usually when a country is undergoing an economic crisis, it's somewhat beneficial as a foreign traveller since it depresses their currency. But since Greece is on the Euro, the impact isn't as great. (Although it seems to have contributed somewhat to the Euro's recent softening...
Not much change to the Euro, however hotels could drop prices a bit since tourists are afraid to book a trip due to strikes. Which is why the Tourism minister felt he had to make a statement.
However I think the real benefit is when you stay at a nearly empty luxury hotel, you get excellent service. Ditto for restaurants.