Culture Shock
PassionPassport
bearinmindbooks
replying to @SojourningNinja @SojourningNinja How interesting! Depending on your culture a direct approach is normal. Check out Hofstead’s Dimen… https://t.co/q67tUWqvJM
Pinkzenjoy
replying to @TheMRunaway @TheMRunaway Hahaha I know strangest thing I saw #passionpassport
jottedjourneys
replying to @bearinmindbooks @bearinmindbooks What shocked you in terms of working values? #passionpassport
passionpassport
replying to @bearinmindbooks @bearinmindbooks We're great! Hope you are also :) #PassionPassport
carmenjabier
A2: 1) research/read others' experiences, and 2) have an open mind and get over any preconceived notions of said pl… https://t.co/dy76qH9S6W
HeidiSiefkas
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport A1 Culture shock 1st was Mexico on my 1st international travel experience. What people speak other… https://t.co/x7usCRktEn
marissa_sutera
A2: Start off prepared by knowing what to expect. Then while there, make an effort to integrate with the local community! #PassionPassport
passionpassport
replying to @BCpostergirl @BCpostergirl What a great experience to have when you're 7! Learning from a young age #PassionPassport
passionpassport
RT @BCpostergirl: @passionpassport A1. I noticed how everything in Morocco was different when I was 7.
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TC_OutOfBounds
replying to @marissa_sutera @marissa_sutera Hahaha so much time engrossed in another culture you just grow accustomed to it! #passionpassport
passionpassport
replying to @carmenjabier @carmenjabier We agree! Understanding this helps makes a trip less stressful and more immersive! Excellent point! :) #passionpassport
SojourningNinja
replying to @carmenjabier @carmenjabier Very true. Had the same experience in the South Pacific but came to love it. I hope you had an equall… https://t.co/IYGyBNjgSA
marissa_sutera
replying to @bearinmindbooks @bearinmindbooks Figuring out how to share my experiences without overwhelming family/friends 😊 #passionpassport
bearinmindbooks
replying to @BCpostergirl @BCpostergirl @passionpassport Wow! How much it has changed now. It will be unrecognisable to you 🐻 #passionpassport
TheBdgtBckpck
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport A2 Expecting it to be different. I think that’s what I was ok moving to ROK, but really surprised… https://t.co/Khnkex9Aze
RTWBarefoot
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport I hate trying to do travel chats on my phone. Doubly so if I'm walking #passionpassport
jottedjourneys
replying to @carmenjabier @carmenjabier @bearinmindbooks I've never been there. But I have friends from there and the way they speak you can… https://t.co/IZuqTWdFcv
TheTrawheeler
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport A2: You don't minimize it, as that's one of the best parts of a trip! #passionpassport
passionpassport
replying to @SojourningNinja @SojourningNinja Can be quite confronting at times if you're not use to it! How long were you in fiji for? #PassionPassport
bearinmindbooks
replying to @lewildexplorer @lewildexplorer That’s great to hear! Have you got any photos? Would love to see 🐻 #passionpassport
passionpassport
replying to @marissa_sutera @marissa_sutera Immersing yourself with the local community is super important! #passionpassport
ankit1989
replying to @BCpostergirl @BCpostergirl @passionpassport What is the tourism speciality of Morocco #PassionPassport
HeidiSiefkas
replying to @marissa_sutera @marissa_sutera A2 I minimize shock by reading up a lot before I go. Then go with the flow. When in Rome...… https://t.co/Cr9U02V5Ab
bearinmindbooks
replying to @TC_OutOfBounds @TC_OutOfBounds How exciting! You’re going to have a great time 😃 How long are you there for? 🐻 #passionpassport
lewildexplorer
A2: remembering that even though there are differences in culture, we are all humans who just want to live and be happy #PassionPassport
BespokeTravels
A1: India was a huge cultural shock. Especially when it came to managing time. Everyone was NOT on my schedule.… https://t.co/TAxxenlKxg
Gorlockza
#PassionPassport Q2 Be aware. Research. Listen to locals and most of all, keep quiet and try enjoy the experience. @passionpassport
RTWBarefoot
RT @TheTrawheeler: @passionpassport A2: You don't minimize it, as that's one of the best parts of a trip! #passionpassport
passionpassport
replying to @lewildexplorer @lewildexplorer How long were you there for? What a. cool experience! #PassionPassport
TheMRunaway
A1. The constant need to touch and photograph us "white" people in #China #PassionPassport
passionpassport
replying to @TheTrawheeler @TheTrawheeler The unknown is a beautiful thing! An leads to the best experiences! #PassionPassport
passionpassport
replying to @TC_OutOfBounds @TC_OutOfBounds Wow how exciting! Have a great trip, you'll have to keep us posted on how it goes :) #PassionPassport
marissa_sutera
replying to @HeidiSiefkas @HeidiSiefkas Same here! Great advice :) #PassionPassport
passionpassport
RT @TC_OutOfBounds: A1. I'm sure I'll be hitting my first major culture shock when I go to #taiwan next week! #PassionPassport https://t.co…
passionpassport
replying to @HeidiSiefkas @HeidiSiefkas @marissa_sutera Loving this gif! & loving this tip! Thanks Heidi! #passionpassport
bearinmindbooks
replying to @TheMRunaway @TheMRunaway How did I miss this! What did you enjoy the most about China? 🐻 #passionpassport
TC_OutOfBounds
replying to @bearinmindbooks @bearinmindbooks Around 10 days - exploring mostly Northern #Taiwan (Taipei, Taichung, Yilan, Hualien) #passionpassport
RTWBarefoot
#passionpassport A1: first time really was my abortive solo trip to Italy in 2002. Wrong time, wrong place. All was weird. Came home early.
marissa_sutera
replying to @BespokeTravels @BespokeTravels I have a hard time adjusting to the time thing too! #PassionPassport
passionpassport
replying to @lewildexplorer @lewildexplorer Yes! When having this in mind, it's hard not to smile and have your fears diminish ! #PassionPassport
iamvagabond
replying to @passionpassport
@passionpassport A2 traveling far and wide will help a lot.
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bearinmindbooks
replying to @HeidiSiefkas @HeidiSiefkas @marissa_sutera That’s a fantastic way! Highly recommend reading Hofstede’s Dimensions Of Culture 🐻 #passionpassport
TC_OutOfBounds
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport I'm probably going to end up having a few memory cards filled to the brim with pics hahah :) #passionpassport