Such Taboos Should Be Avoided When You Travel

When you travel outside, you must pay attention to the customs in other countries because different countries have different manners. Some taboos are introduced in the following article which should be avoided.

Do not touch other people’s heads

The top of the body is also the most important. In many countries where Buddhism is popular, especially in countries in Southeast Asia, they think that the head contains a person’s soul, therefore it is very sacred, so do not touch other people’s heads.

Eye contact is needed when toasting

As the same that the handshake is to prove that there is no weapon in other’s hands, Eye contact is needed when toasting because it is also a performance of safety. If other people put poison in your drink, he would not dare to look at your eyes. this tradition is greatly extended in some cultures. In many European countries, only looking at other’s eyes when toasting can prove your innocence. When have a dinner with many friends, remember that not to make a mistake when toasting, otherwise the result is very serious.

Take friend’s hands when walking

Even the outgoing people will surprise the close physical contact in the Middle East and Arab countries. Arab men often hand in hand when walking, do not worry, they are not gay, this is only one friendly way to express their friendliness. So if your Arab friends pull your hand to have a tea next time, you must give him your hand.