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Planning to travel abroad soon? You should spend time familiarizing yourself with the country’s currency, geography and language, of course. But it’s also critical to understand local cultural subtleties, too. How do locals greet each other, for instance? How do they tip?
The Discoverer Blog recently unveiled its list of 10 Unspoken Rules of Travel You Shouldn’t Break, and these two topped the list. Dining right (No. 4) is just as important, the editors say, especially at a traditional feast in the Philippines, where they eat with their hands, or at a restaurant in China, where rice is gobbled up via chopsticks.
Excited to bargain in the markets of Marrakech? A little is fine, but remember, no lowballing (No. 8) “as many of the vendors rely on your money to support their families.” Another biggie: Dress appropriately. The No. 9 unspoken rule is important when visiting temples, mosques and other places of worship that require shoulders and knees to be covered. Even on a hot day, pack light-weight pants or bring along a shawl to cover up.
Here are The Discoverer Blog’s 10 Unspoken Rules of Travel You Shouldn’t Break:
- Greet like a local
- Tip correctly
- Learn the language
- Dine right
- Keep your socks on
- Avoid space invasion
- Share the armrest
- No lowballing
- Dress appropriately
- Snap smart