Culture Smart! guides are unlike conventional travel guides. Travel guides may tell readers where to eat, but not how to eat. Little, if anything, is said about body language or the historical,
political and religious roots of local etiquette. Less still is said about how hosts will interpret the unprepared visitor. In Culture Smart! guides the emphasis is reversed; they will not tell
readers what time a train departs, but will help them understand the behavior of the people on it.
Culture Smart! guides include practical information on understand the historical development of the country, its population and local sensitivities. Recognizing local religions, festivals, and
holidays. Following native restaurant etiquette, making friends, and family life. Adapting to the local environment, body language, and getting by in English. How not to offend your hosts,
staying safe and enjoying your experience.
In addition to the casual and armchair traveler, Culture Smart! guides are essential for government agencies and departments, language and training organizations, relocation agencies, travel
and tourism companies, aid and relief companies, students and volunteer workers
