We’ve all heard the saying “When in Rome,” an abbreviated phrase that encourages us to adopt the customs of people or places while traveling — to do, as the saying goes, as the Romans do. Of course, these practices aren’t always obvious and can often contradict common body language or communication cues we’re familiar with in America. Here are nine unique local customs from around the world you should know about so you can mind your manners on your next trip abroad.
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