Finland: The Essential Guide to Customs & Etiquette (Culture Smart!)
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| Rating | : | 4.97 (606 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1857333640 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 168 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-09-22 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A must! happysmile I would like give the back story of why I think this book is so AWESOME. My husband and I live in Spokane WA. In 2015, Spokane hosted the WorldCon for SciFi and Fantasy. At each WorldCon, cities vie for the bid to host for two years in the future. My husband (especially) and I helped the Helsinki delegation with driving them around to get supplies (Spokane WA public transportation is terrible) and the use of our kitchen as a prep kitchen for room party food.Everything that culture smart highlighted as Finnish characteristics was completely in keeping with our experience. I would recommend this to anyone traveling to Fi. "Dated and rudimentary" according to Jong Lee. Read this on my first flight to Helsinki and found the info very rudimentary and dated info. Regretted purchasing although not sure there is a better option for a first time traveller.. Happy with purchase Excellent book. This was an interesting book. It is well written and I think it will be very helpful to read before I travel.
"Culture Smart has come to the rescue of hapless travellers." —Sunday Times Travel
Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. Culture Smart! offers illuminating insights into the culture and society of a particular country. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. Contents include * customs, values, and traditions * historical, religious, and political background * life at home * leisure, social, and cultural life * eating and drinking * do's, don'ts, and taboos * business practices * communication, spoken and unspoken. It will help you to turn your visit-whether on business or for pleasure-into a memorable and enriching experience. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear of embarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliar situations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful business relationships