Tag: global customs
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Winter Solstice
Winter is celebrated worldwide with holidays linked to religion, philosophy, traditions, and the solstice. We’ve recently examined a number of Christmas customs including Czech, Colombia, and Germany. We’ve explained Advent, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. Today we share thoughts about the Winter Solstice. What is solstice? Solstice is a staying of the sun’s apparent motion over the…
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7 International New Year’s Eve Traditions
New Year’s is a time to start fresh, wish good luck, and hope for fortune for the next year. Each country has different rituals to bring in the new year on the right foot. It is always fun to learn and gain awareness of the diversity in traditions and customs. 12 Grapes: When the clock…
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Kwanzaa Explained
Kwanzaa was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga in an effort to form a strong community of Afro-Americans in the U.S. The holiday consists of 7 days where the family gathers and lights up one of the candles in the Kinara, the beautiful candle holder. The family then proceeds to read and discuss one…
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National Tie Month
If you work in an office, travel for business, work in banking or the legal industries, there’s a strong chance that you or a colleague wears a necktie. Did you know that December also serves to celebrate National Tie Month? This isn’t a holiday just for the fellas, as women’s fashion has also been impacted by…
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5 German Christmas Traditions
In Germany, Christmas decorations appear before December 1st has arrived! It’s a beautiful scene with the snow covered Straße (streets), colorful lights, Christmas-themed markets and warm treats. Country customs make every nation unique. Enjoy reading about these annual German traditions you won’t want to miss. Advent Christmas Calendar: This German Christmas tradition consists of…
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6 Colombian Christmas Customs shared by a Colombian Millennial
Today we are delighted to feature Sophie Echeverry, a guest blogger living and working in the U.S.A. who is from Bogota, Colombia. As a Colombian, I cherish Christmas customs from my home country. I have celebrated 21 of my 22 Christmases in Bogotá, Colombia. It’s a month long celebration with amazing food, daily parties…
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Ask a Cross-Cultural Expert: Name 7 Global Trade Tips
Thinking about building relationships, rather than just managing transactions, is essential for successfully navigating global business today.