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Etiquette 
Visiting
Visiting
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DO give your host a nice gift. Chocolates or flowers are welcomed. DON'T decline an invitation to go to dinner. It is considered rude, unless there are extreme circumstances that prevent you from being able to attend. Gift Giving DO give gifts such as chocolate or flowers, but gift-wrap them, and not in black and gold. These colours are reserved for funerals. DON'T give chrysanthemums or roses, unless you know the meaning behind them. Chrysanthemums are for funerals and roses indicate romance. |
| Greetings When meeting someone for the first time, a handshake is acceptable but in Italy it is normal to kis [ ... ] |
Visiting someone's home DO give your host a nice gift. Chocolates or flowers are welcomed. |
| Shops DO greet the staff as you enter, not when you approach the counter to pay. A friendly 'Buongiorno' o [ ... ] |
Making Friends DO pay the italians compliments such as how beautiful their village/town is. How warm and friendly [ ... ] |
| Eating & Drinking DON'T leave the table during dinner. It's considered rude. |
