Bulgaria
What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Bulgaria?
We asked people in Bulgaria if they could share any humorous cultural blunders they commited. For new expats, keep in mind that these incidents are an inevitable part of expat life. Learning to laugh about them is the key!...
"I wore my first Martinitsa well in June, when a kind friend told me it was time to put it away," remarked another expat in Varna, Bulgaria.
"It is important to be aware of cultural differences when visiting Bulgaria. It is important to be respectful of local customs and traditions. Avoid making negative comments about the country or its people. It is also important to dress modestly and to avoid public displays of affection. It is also important to be aware of the local etiquette when it comes to dining, such as not starting to eat until the host has given the signal to do so. Additionally, it is important to be aware of the local customs when it comes to gift-giving, such as not giving an even number of flowers as this is considered bad luck," said a member in Bulgaria.
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What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Bulgaria?
If you live in Bulgaria, newcomers to Bulgaria would love to hear your answer to this question.
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Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
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