Culture Smart! Philippines: A Quick Guide to Customs & Etiquette (Paperback)

~ Graham Collin-Jones (Author), Yvonne Collin-Jones (Author), (Author) "The Philippine archipelago lies between the Pacific Ocean and the South China Sea, stretching about 1,150 miles (1,850 km) from north to south, and 684..." (more)
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Outstanding features of CULTURE SMART!- All the essential cultural and etiquette points are covered, making you confident in a variety of situations.- You will know what to expect in each particular culture.- You will learn how to behave in specific social and business situations.- Essential attitudes and values are clearly explained.- You will find each topic a quick, easy read due to the concise writing style.- Laid out in a clear and easy-to-read format.- Each book has the same look, page count, and organization for reference use.- Small and light, it tucks into your pocket or purse for on-the-go use.- Your Culture Smart! books are written by a staff of experts consult on world travel as a profession.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Graphic Arts Center Publishing Company (August 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1558688374
• ISBN-13: 978-1558688377
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,252,940 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Most important book to read; to start to understand us! , February 22, 2005

By	Filipina Cupid "Jean" (Cebu, Hong Kong, Manila, UK) - See all my reviews

This is in many ways an update to "Culture Shock Philippines." It is not a travel guide but does describe a number of good places to visit. It gives a good historical overview, then spends much of it's 168 pages explaining daily life, cultural issues, family values and our focus on the family.

It explains common attitudes toward foreigners, and how a foreigner can make a good impression. It includes an excellent discussion about Religion and our many Christian festivals. Descriptions of common housing, shopping, entertaining, family celebrations, and a whole chaper on traveling in The Philippines. I recommend this as the most important book to read to start to understand us. Jean

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