Is “Greek time” real? And is it true that things move a bit slower in Greece?

[greggd12]

I live in a Greek neighborhood and so many of my Greek friends are always talking about “Greek time,” and how things are never on time in Greece. What does this mean? And is it even true?

 

[Joni T.]

I live in a Greek neighborhood and so many of my Greek friends are always talking about “Greek time,” and how things are never on time in Greece. What does this mean? And is it even true?

Absolutely!!! When we were on a ferry from Athens to Crete, supper was supposed to start at 8PM . When we got in line, there was actually a sign that said they opened at 8PM Greek Time. Guess what? We were NOT let in at 8, we had to wait! I honestly wouldn't have believed it if I didn't see it myself!

 

[cf_fraiser]

From what i've noticed, it's a little bit true. Greek life is more relaxed and laid back, I love it!

 

[mastichas09]

Ahahaha that’s pretty funny. It can be a stereotype, but it also can be pretty true. There's not a huge sense of urgency in Greece like in many western countries, we do like to enjoy life and take things slow. And when you combine that mindset with low funding or poor infrastructure… yes, many things don't get done on time.