| Avoid Giving Certain Flowers in Russia Be careful when giving flowers to your friend or a business partner in Russia. Yellow flowers mean a trick or a relationship break-up. No red carnations (康乃馨), too. Traditionally, red carnations have a connection with death. |
| Don't Show Up on Time in Venezuela In Venezuela, if you are invited over to someone's home for a meal, it's suggested that you arrive 10 to 15 minutes later than the planned time. Being early or on time is viewed as being rude there. |
| Always Use a Knife and Fork in Norway In Norway, table manners are extremely important. Most meals, including sandwiches, are eaten using knives and forks. |
| Don't Rush to Pay the Bill (抢着买单) in Turkey When doing business in Turkey, it's the custom for your host to pay for your meal. Request to split (平摊) the bill will be viewed as a polite way but won't be accepted. If you would like to pay your share, Turks suggest inviting your host to dinner next time. |
