The Greeks are masters of having good time, of the good cuisine and hospitality and in the month of carnivals they are in the throes. But not this year, someone might think with mild sarcasm. The truth is that in cities where the organization of the colorful pageant, parties across the city and having good time are a matter of honor, hotels are still waiting for reservations, the budgets of municipalities for the carnival have been cut by 40% and applications for participation in the parades have decreased.