Mosquitoes and scorpionsSerious mosquito-borne illness is rare in Greece, but take some insect repellant for your comfort. There are scorpions throughout Greece, including Athens. The greatest danger is from accidentally turning over a rock and stepping on one, but they also come inside buildings.
Where in Greece has the least mosquitoes?
SantoriniIslands like Santorini do not have a natural water source – no river, lake, or dam, so mosquitoes are quite uncommon. The only time they may appear is after a lot of rain when the water has pooled in things like empty containers or bins and need to be cleared.
What time of year do you get mosquitoes in Greece?
Like any Island with warm weather, Mosquitoes thrive particularly in the first and last months of the summer season. In July and August when even the nights can be in the 30's, the fresh water mozzies need to breed is minimal, so numbers are low.
How do you keep mosquitoes away in Greece?
Use spatial insecticides /insect repellents (registered in the country*), such as tablets or liquids (electric plug), mosquito coils, aerosols, etc. If needed, seek for professional help*.
Do you get insect bites in Greece?
Prevent bug bitesAlthough Greece is an industrialized country, bug bites here can still spread diseases. Just as you would in the United States, try to avoid bug bites while spending time outside or in wooded areas.
Are mosquitoes a problem in Athens Greece?
What is the best mosquito repellent in Greece?
Popular mosquito repellent brands that you can get in Greece include Jungle no 4, Autan, Repel, Crilen, Fleriana, Cer'8 and Korres. You can find them at most chemists and supermarkets, and also some tourist stores.
What drink keeps mosquitoes away?
Apple Cider VinegarHow it works: Apple cider vinegar has been a commonly used natural mosquito repellent for many years. Like most of the other ingredients on this list, apple cider works by altering your scent. This makes you less appealing to those pesky mosquitoes.
What is the thing mosquitoes hate the most?
Mosquitoes are turned off by several natural scents, including citronella, peppermint, cedar, catnip, patchouli, lemongrass, lavender and more.
What bugs bite you in Greece?
Insect repellents are an essential bit of kit in most people's holiday luggage. In Skopelos, like in all Mediterranean places exist ants, spiders, mosquitoes, midges, beetles, horseflies, hornets, sand-flies, gnats, ticks, bees and –the biggest nuisance– wasps, all of them serving useful ecological function.
How do you stop mosquito bites in Greece?
Use spatial insecticides /insect repellents (registered in the country*), such as tablets or liquids (electric plug), mosquito coils, aerosols, etc. If needed, seek for professional help*. Always strictly follow the product label instructions.