Yes, Rhodes has public toilets, particularly in popular tourist areas like Rhodes Town (Mandraki harbor, near the bus station, and Old Town), generally costing around 50 cents to €1 per use. Many cafes and restaurants also allow customers to use their facilities, which is often the best option.
Don't throw paper in the toilet – in Greece. If you've been to Greece you may know about the practice of throwing toilet paper in the bin rather than flushing it away. It's something that I've never come across anywhere else in Europe but wherever you go in Greece you'll see signs in the bathrooms.
Do we have to pay to use the toilets? No, in Greece you don't have to pay for using public toilets or toilets at restaurants and cafes. Sometimes though, you can leave whatever you want as a tip for the person who cleans.
What is the toilet etiquette in Greece? The biggest thing to note is simply this: don't flush toilet paper down the loo. What happens if you do flush toilet paper? Due to the narrow pipes, you may end up with a clogged or overflowing toilet – unpleasant and embarrassing, to say the least.
Is there anywhere in Greece where you can flush toilet paper?
You can't flush toilet paper in Greece because the sewage pipes are much narrower than elsewhere in the world (2 inches in diameter vs. 4 inches in the U.S.!), and toilet paper can cause them to clog.
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What is the biggest health problem in Greece?
Cardiovascular diseases and cancer were the leading causes of death in 2022 – especially ischaemic heart disease, stroke and lung cancer. Smoking rates remain high in Greece, despite a decline over the last two decades, with 25 % of adults smoking daily in 2019.
While most wildlife in Rhodes is harmless, there are mosquitoes that can carry diseases. To avoid bites, wear long sleeves and trousers in the evenings, use insect repellent and consider sleeping under a mosquito net if staying in rural areas.
“Brown bears, Greece's largest predator, have made a remarkable comeback. Their numbers have increased roughly fourfold since the 1990s, said Dimitrios Bakaloudis, a professor at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki who specialises in wildlife management and conservation.
Greece has a laid-back dress code. However, it's important to avoid some fashion mistakes, particularly when you visit religious sites. Don't wear revealing clothes like short shorts or tank tops. You might want to bring a scarf or shawl to cover your shoulders.
Are you supposed to flush toilet paper after wiping?
The only three things you can safely flush down the toilet into the sewer system are the three Ps —pee, poop and (toilet) paper. Nothing else. Remember: Wipes clog pipes. Even if it says "flushable" — it's not.
Most restaurants provide facilities, but just as in the USA, the restroom is for customers except in emergencies. In Greece, fast food restaurants and gas stations are not as common, so be sure to use the toilet before boarding the bus.
What happens if you accidentally flush toilet paper in Greece?
Not only in Athens, but in most of the other cities and villages, the sewage system is old and worn. Flushing paper or, even worse, sanitary products, is a surefire way to clog up the system and nobody wants that.
Avoid using hand gestures like the "Moutza" (an open palm facing someone), as it's considered offensive. Address people with their titles and last names unless invited to use first names. Avoid discussing sensitive topics like politics and the economic crisis unless you're very familiar with your conversation partner.
"Opa!" (Ωπα) and "Yamas!" (Γειά μας!) are common Greek expressions: "Yamas" means "to our health!" and is used like "Cheers!" when toasting, while "Opa!" expresses joy, excitement, or surprise, similar to "Wow!" or "Oops!", often used during dancing or plate smashing.
Raising two fingers in a 'V' shifted in meaning from 'Victory' to 'Peace. ' Track the change from World War II to the Vietnam War eras. Elizabeth Yuko. Winston Churchill gives his famous victory sign on VE Day, 1945.
Most crimes are non-violent, with street crimes (e.g., pickpocketing, purse snatchings, mobile phone theft, and identity document theft) being the most common.
