Many Romanians declare themselves convinced that the increasing number of thefts reported on the beaches and resorts in Greece is because of Romanians and tourists from the Balkans and less the fault of the locals.
The beaches of Greece are considered safe places for tourists. Photo: pixabay.com
Many Romanians look at their nationals, even when they meet them during the holidays in Greece.
Some of them have gone through the unpleasant experience of being the victims of criminals and even without having evidence about the nationality of those who have been damaged, they were convinced that they can only be Romanians, Bulgarians, Albanians and, in general, Balkan, but less Greek locals.
One of the reasons invoked is the increasing number of Romanians in Greece and the fact that in the past, the holiday destinations seemed much safer.
Greece remains a safe country
Greece is among the countries considered safe for travelers, just like most European states. The “The Global Peace Index” platform (GPI), which measures and classifies the countries of the world according to their level of “peace” or absence of violence and conflicts, places Greece in the 45th place in the world. The ranking is led by the Nordic countries Iceland, Norway and Finland, followed by Japan and Singapore.
“There are some common features between the safest countries in the world. For example, these countries tend to have a high level of prosperity, social protection and education. In addition, they usually have effective criminal justice systems and governments that maintain very healthy relations with their citizens.” It shows the independent website of statistics and demographic data World Population Review (WPR).
Cities such as Heraklion, the beaches of Lefkada, Corfu and Prevăza and the islands of Antipaxos, Crete and Corfu have also been recognized in recent years as being among the safest tourist destinations, according to international reports and publications.
Regarding the breaks of cars and car thefts, Greece demands a high crime compared to other countries in Europe, explained by the authorities by the large number of tourists, but also by the age of the car park, which makes many cars have less modern safety systems.
Some Romanians praise safety in Greece
Many Romanians who spent their holidays in Greece noted the level of reduced crime in the resorts, reporting that they had no unpleasant experiences. Others, on the other hand, complained that thefts are increasingly complained.
“For about six years since we went to Greece on vacations, we were only accommodated at the campsites, the tent or the caravan. Through all the campsites visited, the world is relaxed and leaves their things without fear. steal ”, Tell a Romanian tourist, on the Facebook page “Forum Greece”.
Another Romanian is proud that, in 25 years since he spent his leave in Greece, he has never been the victim of thieves. But the recent testimonies of some holidays from the holiday could make Romanians more cautious.
“Nine, on Sithonia, at Portokali Beach, we were breaking the car. It was not the only broken then. For five years we have come to Greece and I have not had any incident so far”, Reports another Romanian.
Another Romanian says she was robbed in Athens, adding that the police officers were complained that she was stolen the wallet with documents, cards and money could not help her recover the damage.
“At the Consulate, when we went to do temporary documents to leave the country, we were told that, in no year, many thefts have happened as this year. For years we come to Greece, but from year to year we have seen, with sadness, the results of excessive tourism,” Tell another Romanian.
Romanians and Bulgarians, suspected of thefts
A Romanian established in Greece does not keep accusing Romanians of thefts, along with Albanians and Bulgarians.
“I remember the times when Romania was not” moved “to Greece … they were too beautiful memories. I regret it. I am from 1985 in Greece, but in the past I did not close the door of the house with a key, the car was open with the windows. But since the country of emigrants was filled, you are not safe. In particular, they target the tourist places and take advantage of the inattention and relaxation of tourists. Stay with your eyes in four ”, advertise this.
A tourist complains that he was recently the victim of thieves in a five-star hotel.
“On the last day someone entered the room and took all the money (about 3,000 lei)”, This tells.
In the past years, in Greece there were not so many thefts, and the tourists left their cars and houses unleashed for hours or even days, recalls a tourist.
“This year and last year I noticed more and more people complaining that it happened. I, whenever I was in Greece or Albania, I never happened.”he claims.
Some tourists complain that their goods have been stolen from their cars, after leaving the doors unlocked, but they are not considered guilty of negligence. Others have not gone through such incidents, but they are convinced that thieves in Greece cannot be Greek.
“Since the Romanians, the Bulgarians and Albanians escaped, steal throughout the world. All foreigners steal. Since the borders were opened and everyone came without a visa in Greece, you are no longer safe. 20 years ago we went to work and left all the balconies open, now we are all with alarms and rooms everywhere,” He supports a Romanian established in Greece.
Not Greece is to blame for the current situation, another Romanian is convinced.
“And they stole my wallet. I went to the police. They asked me what I am. As I told them I am Romanian, they said: You stole you, we catch them”, He tells him.
