Rough Week in Greece

Traveling in Greece this week? You're facing some special challenges as unions choose this period to go on strike, hoping to pressure the government to meet their demands before the tourist season really gets under way.

• Olympic Airlines is anticipating more flight cancellations and suggests that all passengers in Greece call 210 966 6666 before going to the airport to confirm their flights will take place as planned. This is primarily affecting inter-island flights but some Olympic Airlines international flights originating in Greece may be affected as well.

• Driving in Greece? A strike by the gas tanker truck drivers' union has caused gasoline supplies to plummet and not all stations have fuel. It is hoped this will be resolved soon, but at this time, getting gas may be a problem, especially in more remote locations.

• Finally, a strike by guards will close all archaeological sites in the country on Sunday, May 17th, unless it is averted by last-minute negotiations.