Category: Culture
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Ask an International Etiquette Expert: Name 10 Unique Global New Year Traditions
From slamming doors and smashing plates, to eating soja noodles and midnight meals, people worldwide welcome the New Year with spectacular gusto! Countries celebrate with traditional customs. These 10 are just a few of the many unique ways to usher in a new year:
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Ask An International Etiquette Expert: What are December’s Worldwide Holidays & Seasonal Salutations?
Traveling for business or pleasure in December and want to be sure you are up-to-date on the latest worldwide holidays? Enjoy this list of December holidays around the world
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Veterans Day 2016: Honoring our Military
Whenever you see someone in military uniform, be sure to express your gratitude with a firm handshake and sincere smile, and thank them for all that they have done to protect our rights and build a better future for our country.
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Holiday Tipping Guide
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3 Cross-Cultural Tips for Doing Business in Incredible India
Whether your business discussions are in Delhi or you’re planning to manufacture in Mumbai, bear in mind these three essential cross-cultural tips for doing business in India.
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Adventures & Athletics: Olympic Cross-Cultural Tips in Rio
Heading to the Olympics this year? Follow these tips to ensure safety while watching your favorite events.
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10 Tips for Intercultural & Interfaith Weddings: Communication, Compromise & Culture
Couples from different faiths and cultures have the opportunity to bring tradition from both backgrounds to the wedding festivities.
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The Pearl of the Orient Seas: The Philippines Cross-Cultural Concepts Part I
It surprises business people to discover a number of unique cross-cultural aspects of the Philippines, otherwise known as the Pearl of the Orient Seas.
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Asian Culture: Tomb Sweeping Day
One of my favorite parts about traveling the world is learning about customs that are different from our own. I’ve yet to find a culture that does not have beautiful traditions and “new” often ancient ways of celebrating or honoring those important to them. The photo above is no exception.