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European Etiquette/Customs
ABOVE: The Colosseum, Rome, where etiquette was less important than survival skills. Every country has its own social customs and gestures, but don't let this concern you too much. If your handshake is relaxed by German standards or you make the mistake of arriving early for a Roman dinner party, your foibles are likely to be forgiven. Still, it never hurts to know that Swedes feel awkward around back-slappers or that placing a horse's head on your host's bed is a faux pas in Sicily. The linked sites on the following pages can help you avoid behavior that might label you as a boor or buffoon: |
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