Traveling is one of the most fabulous experience that one can get. There are some customs that every country will follow. What we considered reasonable in your home country may be regarded as impolite and even highly offensive in some other countries.
So, make sure to support and respect those customs, and you don’t make some grave mistakes which will give you bad memories instead of a kind experience that is created in the place.
Traveling helps you to gain knowledge and confidence in taking the world on your stride and let you discover your inner self.So, here are a few customs for you to be prepared before you take on the world and voyage. So, never try to make these mistakes as noted down by GlobalLink in their info-graphic; otherwise, let discovering yourself be in the sideline you will never be treated well and welcomed back to the country.
Hey all the travelers, take this checklist before you set your foot outside. These 18 things can cause offensive in various countries across the globe. Of course, this isn’t an exhaustive list, so be sure to research the customs of any state before you visit!
1.France
Never talk or ask about money.
2.Ukraine
Don’t give even number flowers to anyone.
3.Malaysia
Never touch anyone’s head or pass anything above it.
4.Japan
Don’t tip anyone. It rude.
5.Dubai
Never carry alcohol openly in public.
6.England
Never back slap or hug someone you don’t know well.
7.Mexico
Don’t get offended at locals joke
8. Singapore
Don’t eat in public transport.
9.USA
Don’t forget to use tips.
10.China
Don’t give umbrella or clocks as a present.
11. Russia
Whistling in indoors are considered as bad luck for Russians.
12. Australia
Tipping is not a part of Australian culture
13.Turkey
Don’t show OK gesture cause it’s so offensive
14.Norway
Don’t ask to about going to church.
15.Ireland
Imitating Irish accent is a big No.
16.India
17.Philippines
Never take the last piece on the table until someone offers it to you.
Be like that travelers who learn about and respects the other countries customs. Do let me know what are the customs that your country follows in the comment section.
