Refugees

Time after time we are hearing about these poor refugees on TV, radio etc. and yes one has to have a concern about their well-being.  However give a thought to the actions of our ancestors.  Did they flee from war?  NO they fought for their country, to make it a safe country for their descendants.  So safe others now see it as the "place to be".

Ask yourself the question why are all these young men capable of military service leaving their country, leaving their families etc. and not fighting to make their country a better place for their descendants?  Perhaps part of the solution to the current situation is for Western governments to place those capable into military service, train them to fight and help them return to fight for the freedom of their own country from tyranny. Fight to make their country safe for their dependants and descendants. 

These actions would also immediately stop the flow of economic migrants, the thought of being placed in the military would not be that appealing would it?

Come on holiday

As another tourist season is well and truly under-way on mainland Greece and it's islands there is of course hope by the local communities the season will bring "big spenders".  With the Euro exchange rate against other foreign currencies at a 7 year high Greece needs all the tourist income it can gain to offset it's massive "imbalance" in the economic balance of trade and indeed it's massive EU debts.  However the Greek Tourist Board seem to be doing very little to help win the tourists, is this because there is no money for advertising, or just plain lethargy?

Few places in Europe can offer the brilliant blue sea and unspoilt beaches Greece can offer, if partying is your thing some of the island resorts may be your ideal location. If you want peace and quiet, then again the choice is massive.

Do not let the political situation in Greece put you off coming to this magnificent country for your holidays, this will not effect you as a tourist and your support for the local people who have business in tourist resorts will make all the difference!