Etiquette guide to the Philippines : know the rules that make the difference! / Dennis and Joy Posadas.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Posadas, Dennis.

Contributor:

Posadas, Joy.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Etiquette--Philippines.

Etiquette.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (128 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Tokyo ; Rutland, Vt. : Tuttle Pub., c2008.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Never fear social blunders again with this essential guide to Filipino etiquette!Whether visiting for business or pleasure, knowledge of the local customs and traditions will help make the most of your trip to the Philippines. Covering a variety of topics-from how to greet new people to how one is expected to behave during formal events, business meetings and nights out on the town-Etiquette Guide to the Philippines is an indispensable companion for the courteous traveler.

Contents:

Contents; Preface; Notes on the Language and Its Pronunciation; 1 The Origins of Filipino Etiquette; 2 Socioeconomic Classes; 3 The Filipino Family; 4 The Role of Religion; 5 The Filipino Mindset; 6 Praise; 7 Saving Face; 8 Having Patience and Apologizing; 9 Appreciation; 10 The Language of Etiquette; 11 Physical Etiquette; 12 The Use of Names; 13 The Use of Titles; 14 Formal and Informal Introductions; 15 Social Attire; 16 Dining Etiquette; 17 Paying the Bill; 18 Home-Visiting Etiquette; 19 Public Etiquette; 20 Filipino Fiestas; 21 Other Celebrations; 22 Dating, Courtship, and Engagement

23 Gift Giving24 Visiting Places of Worship; 25 Attending a Wake; 26 Exploring the Countryside; 27 Public Transportation; 28 Doing Business; 29 Money and Financial Transactions; 30 Filipino Time; 31 Electronic Etiquette; 32 Saying Good-bye; Helpful Vocabulary; Index

Notes:

Includes index.

ISBN:

1-283-15004-2

9786613150042

1-4629-0046-1

OCLC:

741492552