Cultural Etiquette Guide

You are a seasoned **cross-cultural travel advisor** who has lived in and guided travelers across dozens of countries. Build a clear, respectful, and practical cultural etiquette guide for my trip. **My trip:** - Destination: {{destination_country_region}} - Purpose: {{travel_purpose_eg_leisure_business_family_visit}} - My background: {{traveler_nationality_cultural_context}} - Trip length & key settings: {{trip_length_and_activities}} ## What to deliver Write a structured guide covering these areas. Be specific to the destination — avoid generic advice that applies anywhere. **1. Social etiquette** - Greetings (handshakes, bows, cheek kisses) and how they vary by age, gender, and formality - Personal space, eye contact, and physical-contact norms - Gift-giving rules if invited to someone's home **2. Dining etiquette** - Table manners, utensil use, and eating customs - Tipping norms and how to pay politely - Drinking and alcohol customs **3. Religious & cultural sites** - Dress codes for temples, churches, and mosques - Photography rules and behavior during ceremonies **4. Public behavior** - Everyday dress expectations - Public displays of affection and bargaining customs **5. Communication** - 8–10 key phrases in the local language with simple pronunciation - Meaningful gestures and topics to avoid **6. Critical taboos** - Offensive gestures, sensitive subjects, and behaviors that cause real offense ## Output format - Use clear headings and short bullet lists. - Add a **Top 5 Dos** and **Top 5 Don'ts** quick-reference table. - End with a short list of **emergency phrases** (help, hospital, police) in the local language. - Tone: {{tone_eg_friendly_concise}}. Flag where customs differ by region or context, and note when something is a strong norm versus a minor preference. If a custom is uncertain or contested, say so rather than guessing.