Do's
- Spain- When female friends meet, they usually approach each other with a kiss, also men approach a lady with a kiss on the cheeks unless in a relationship they’re approached by a kiss on the lips.
- In Spain, some people are used to secondhand smoking, even if they didn’t like it they had to pretend because smoking is very popular in Spain.
- In Spain, dining is most important to business relationships.
- In Greece, you can drink freely anywhere you want.
- People often recall on friendships and friends, rather than being on time.
- People are always well-groomed for special occasions
- In Italy, not everyone is a disciplined driver, so pay attention when crossing the road.
- Pay attention to your clothes and try to be elegant.
- Stand at a bar, because it is often cheaper than sitting.
- Talk about soccer, it is the most important and interesting sport for them.
- Talk about food and wine with people, especially Portuguese wine.
- Talk about your wife, family, and kids.
- Dress appropriately when going to business occasions, men and women included.
- In Slovenia, you are allowed to open your gift upon receipt
Don'ts
Spain-
- In Spain, as a man, you may not approach a male friend with a kiss on the cheeks or lips.
- You are not allowed to consume food with your hands, let alone fruit.
- In Spain, you can not wear shorts in public, unless going to a beach or pool.
- In Greece, showing up to a bar high will result in no service, as it is a zero tolerance policy.
- Jeans are not allowed when going places, yet revealing clothing is not unacceptable.
- In Italy, you shall not underestimate body language, meaning if you talk without showing any sign of life, people will think you’re uninterested.
- People do not tend on drinking challenges and will be offended when you’re drunk.
- Don’t be stressed when things aren’t going your way because when you show character and remain calm, people will do everything they can to help.
- Don’t shout or throw a temper as it will put you in a weaker position.
- Don’t talk about other sports, as they are not familiar with them.
- Don’t suggest on personal compliments in a early relationships.
- Don’t try to kiss during a greeting. It might be seen as being intrusive.
- Don’t rest your elbows on the table, but you can rest your wrists.