Albania
-In Albania culture, living out of country is considered normal; more people live outside of the country than within.
-Despite Albania having a mostly upper middle-class service-based society, most people do not own cars.
-The citizens hang stuffed animals on uncompleted buildings to “ward off evil spirits”.
-Despite Albania having a mostly upper middle-class service-based society, most people do not own cars.
-The citizens hang stuffed animals on uncompleted buildings to “ward off evil spirits”.
-Sex-selective abortion is a cultural norm.
-Speaking about dating relationships or about homosexuality, using obscene language, and public displays of strong emotion are all considered taboo.
-People of the same gender greet one another with kisses on the cheek.
-Speaking about dating relationships or about homosexuality, using obscene language, and public displays of strong emotion are all considered taboo.
-People of the same gender greet one another with kisses on the cheek.
Greece
-Greeks are very superstitious; they believe Tuesday 13th is unlucky, and that, if two people say the same thing at the same time, it is a bad omen that can only be broken by saying “piase kokkino” and touch something red.
-The American “OK” and “stop” signs are considered taboo signs in Greece.
-The American “OK” and “stop” signs are considered taboo signs in Greece.
-Non-traditional gender roles are greatly frowned upon.
-It is expected that Greeks are exceptionally good hosts.
-Physical contact is common, even amongst strangers.
-People are typically referred to by their first name; people in positions of power are referred to as Mrs. or Mr. preceding their first names.
-Greeks are known for not being particularly timely.
-It is expected that Greeks are exceptionally good hosts.
-Physical contact is common, even amongst strangers.
-People are typically referred to by their first name; people in positions of power are referred to as Mrs. or Mr. preceding their first names.
-Greeks are known for not being particularly timely.
Italy
-High value is placed on the extended family; large family gatherings are the norm and children are expected to care for extended family upon reaching adulthood.
-Most people follow traditional gender roles, with the oldest male presiding over the family and his wife caring for the children and the household.
-Food is a very large part of culture; it is central to the important family gatherings, and different cities pride themselves on their unique cuisines.
-Most people follow traditional gender roles, with the oldest male presiding over the family and his wife caring for the children and the household.
-Food is a very large part of culture; it is central to the important family gatherings, and different cities pride themselves on their unique cuisines.
-Italians are more formal towards “outsiders” than people in the United States and in many of the countries of Western Europe.
-In Italy, it is considered taboo to eat any food, even food generally considered “finger food” in the United States, with one’s hands.
-Wearing shorts in public is considered unacceptable.
-Pointing with one’s pinkie and index finger at the same time is considered taboo.
-In Italy, it is considered taboo to eat any food, even food generally considered “finger food” in the United States, with one’s hands.
-Wearing shorts in public is considered unacceptable.
-Pointing with one’s pinkie and index finger at the same time is considered taboo.
-Giving chrysanthemums is only acceptable for funerals.
Serbia
-Serbians have been statistically shown to be some of the most hospitable people on Earth; their cultural norm is to treat guests well.
-Pointing at a person with one finger is considered rude.
-Pointing at a person with one finger is considered rude.
-Physical touch during conversation is considered the norm.
Spain
-Spaniards normally have lunch around 2 PM, and dinner around 10.
-Fresh bread is considered an essential part of a meal.
-Fresh bread is considered an essential part of a meal.
-It is common for the people of Spain to go on walks after eating.
-People tend to stay up very late- until 2:00 AM on average.
-Spain has lots of holidays and vacation time; ample free time is expected.
-Complaining about smoking is considered taboo.
-Eating food with hands is taboo.
-People tend to stay up very late- until 2:00 AM on average.
-Spain has lots of holidays and vacation time; ample free time is expected.
-Complaining about smoking is considered taboo.
-Eating food with hands is taboo.