The Travelers' Guide to Latin American Customs and Manners

by Nancy L. Braganti and Elizabeth Devine

Book Overview

In Latin America, travelers may encounter such diverse settings as laid-back coastal resorts and traditional mountain villages, while elsewhere, the cultural expectations of these countries can be worlds away. For instance:

-In Mexico, crooking the index finger to say "come here" and the American "okay" sign are considered obscene.

-Photographing military installations in Mexico, Cuba, or Paraguay could land you in jail---or at least...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312264011
• ISBN13: 9780312264017
• Release Date: November 2000
• Publisher: St. Martins Press-3PL
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.6"

Customer Reviews

Review of "The Travelers' Guide to Latin American Customs and Manners"

I really liked this book. I learned a lot about what I shouldn't do in Latin America, so I don't accidently offend the people there. There are quite a few things that Americans do everyday that could offend people in other cultures.