Have feelings of Greeks changed towards European tourists because of the crisis?
Until about 3 or 4 years ago I have been several times to Greece. They always are very polite and we were welcomed by them (not only at hotels/restaurants but also by others).
Since I want to go there again next year, I wonder if this might have changed because I can think that Greek don't like the EU, on the other hand they need tourism.
I'm from the Netherlands, and I know Germany has been quite reluctant for sending money towards Greece (The Netherlands and Germany are sometimes hard to differ for foreign people).
Best Answer
I am from Greece and have been living outside Greece since I was 18.
Even if I would like it to be in a different way, the average Greek would "separate" the European tourists in categories which I won´t get in here (although it is interesting I think).
Also the term "European" is not always clear among the Greek population. For example the ex-Yugoslavian or Balkan tourist would not be considered in general "European" even if his country belongs to Europe. Also it is not the same thing to be from Spain or the UK.
When it comes to after and before the crisis, I really do not think that you will see any difference.
Netherlands is considered definitely friendly even if it´s too close to Germany ;)
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