Chinese Culture

Celebrating Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Day

By |2018-10-11T14:54:47-05:00June 29th, 2017|Annual Monthly or Day Observance, Asia, China, Chinese Culture, Cross-Cultural, Global Traditions, Hong Kong, Intercultural, Observances - Monthly & Daily, Politics|

Handover Day is also a time of social activism, with thousands of citizens gathering to rally for their rights. Originally organized by the Civil Human Rights Front, the causes behind this yearly march have been numerous, but the overarching theme is universal suffrage.

5 Culture Tips for Successful Negotiation in China

By |2018-10-11T14:54:54-05:00April 6th, 2017|China, Chinese Culture, Cross-Cultural, Cross-Cultural Tips for Doing Business in, Global Celebrations, intercultural training case, International Protocol, Relationship Building|

As a cross-cultural business trainer and the author of Access to Asia, consider these five culture tips for successful negotiation and building lasting business relationships in China.

Valentine’s Day Around the World: 9 Customs & Traditions

By |2018-10-11T14:54:58-05:00January 31st, 2017|Africa, Asia, Australia, Bridging the Cultural Divide, China, Chinese Culture, Cross-Cultural, Global Etiquette, International Holidays, International Protocol, Lifestyle, South Korea|

From exchanging love spoons to kissing in the capital, lovebirds around the world express their sentiments with unique customs.

Ask an International Etiquette Expert: Chinese New Year Legends & Traditions

By |2018-10-11T14:54:59-05:00January 23rd, 2017|Asia, China, Chinese Culture, Cross-Cultural, Culture, International Holidays, International Travel Tips, Legends and Myths|

On January 28th, 2017, families worldwide will celebrate the new year with traditions rooted in ancient myth and historic practice.

Ask an International Etiquette Expert: Chinese New Year Traditions and Taboos

By |2018-10-11T14:54:59-05:00January 22nd, 2017|China, Chinese Culture, Cross-Cultural, Culture, Global Etiquette, Hong Kong, International Holidays|

How Chinese New Year varies from Gregorian calendar New Year and how to avoid etiquette faux pas.

National Hot Tea Month: Tea Brewing and Service Etiquette

By |2018-10-11T14:54:59-05:00January 21st, 2017|Chinese Culture, Gracious Living, Lifestyle, Social Etiquette, Tea Etiquette, U.S. Holidays|

For those preparing for their first tea or wanting to unwind in the tranquility of their local tea house, here’s your go-to guide for National Hot Tea Month.

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