Essential Do's and Taboos: The Complete Guide to International Business and Leisure Travel
"Roger Axtell is an internationalist Emily Post."—The New YorkerInternational business and leisure travel etiquette expert Roger Axtell's bestselling Do's and Taboos books have helped hundreds of thousands of business travelers and tourists avoid the missteps and misunderstandings the world traveler can encounter. InEssential Do's and Taboos, Axtell shares the wisdom he has compiled over a lifetime of international experience.Whether you need to know the best time of year to set up a business meeting in Germany or why the O.K. sign is not O.K. in Brazil, you'll find practical, fascinating, culture-savvy, up-to-date advice to help you steer clear of faux pas and face the world with confidence.Essential Do's and Taboosfeatures:Information on customs, protocol, etiquette, hand gestures, and body languageFresh advice regarding Internet business and communication optionsCountry-specific chapters on eleven popular locations—from old favorites like England, France, Japan, and Germany to hot tourist destinations and emerging economies like India, China, Russia, and MexicoGuidance on hosting international visitorsImportant tips on using English around the worldSpecial do's and taboos for women traveling abroad