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Cultural Etiquette Guide to the Philippines.

"Dos and Don'ts in the Philippines" is an essential read for anyone travelling to the country. It provides a unique insight into Filipino culture, particularly the concept of "hiya" which governs much of their behaviour. The book is well-illustrated and easy to read, making it an enjoyable and informative guide on how to avoid social taboos and show respect to the locals. This book will certainly help travellers to positively connect with the warmest and most welcoming people of Asia.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Dos and Don'ts in the Philippines

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ISBN: 9781844640041
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: ₱1,193.85
Authors: Maida Pineda
Date of Publication: 2005-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Personal Development, Sociology, Travel
Related Topics: Guidebook, Social Issues, Travelogue
Goodreads rating: 4.0
(rated by 4 readers)

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Philippines, Filipinos, Filipinas, Pinoy, Pilipinao, Pilipina ... Confused? It seems everybody has a name for the inhabitants of the Philippines, including the Pinoys themselves. But don t worry. On the first page of this delightful guide to the etiquette, customs and taboos of more than 7,000 islands that is the Philippines, you ll find the words that you need to use when among the smiling and talkative people of this tropical paradise.Filipinos are unique as can be and maintain the customs and traditions to prove it. Many still eat with their hands. Their devout Catholicism is imbided with ancient beliefs and superstitions. They pretend to be invisible when passing between you and your friend. They lavish attention on water buffaloes on its special festival day. They are the most bubbly and communicative and therefore caring and friendliest people in Southeast Asia.To ensure that you, the foreign resident, fleeting visitor or armchair traveller, enjoy your stay in the Philippines, we present a light hearted but practical guide to the Dos & Don ts of this dynamic country.- Don t tell your best friend that he s got food stuck between his teeth.- Do slouch in the back of your taxi as you leave the motel after a romantic afternoon.- Don t throw water over the guy downstairs singing his heart out.Want to know more? Then DO buy this book!
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Cultural Etiquette Guide to the Philippines.

"Dos and Don'ts in the Philippines" is an essential read for anyone travelling to the country. It provides a unique insight into Filipino culture, particularly the concept of "hiya" which governs much of their behaviour. The book is well-illustrated and easy to read, making it an enjoyable and informative guide on how to avoid social taboos and show respect to the locals. This book will certainly help travellers to positively connect with the warmest and most welcoming people of Asia.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.