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Mind Your Travel Manners In Aruba
here are plenty of travel opportunities to relax.
stories about “ugly
Americans.” Usually, these Regardless of where you plan on
travelers aren’t aware they are traveling, engage in some
doing anything wrong while on research on local greetings and
vacation. But if you aren’t aware customs. If you are greeted with
of local customs and etiquette, a hug or a kiss on the cheek,
offending those around you may be return the favor graciously. When
inevitable. Though you will find addressing the staff of any
that the uniquely Caribbean establishment you enter, try to
hospitality and slower pace of be friendly and always introduce
Aruba tourism are markedly yourself with a “hello” or “good
different than anything in the day.” The respect you show
U.S., adjusting isn’t nearly as towards others will be returned
difficult as it seems. As you to you whenever you need
enjoy all of your activities in assistance.
Aruba, here are some tips to make
sure you and everyone else remain It also isn’t too difficult to be
happy and comfortable. a classy tourist. When traveling
to Aruba, pack some business
As you are traveling to escape attire along with the swimsuit
the often hectic nature of and sandals. As you wouldn’t wear
American life, try to enjoy the beach gear to a restaurant at
more relaxed pace of Aruba. home, you should try to look your
Instead of being pushy and trying best when out on the town abroad.
to speed up your meals and Take your courtesy one step
activities, simply be patient and further and try to understand the
friendly. Don’t wait until dining traditions of your
returning home to realize how destination. It is a good idea to
much you relished these pay close attention to others’
behaviors in formal situations. is always a nice touch. If you
If you find yourself confronted are invited to dinner, bring
with unknown foods, try your best flowers or a bottle of wine.
to expand your palette. When Tokens like these can greatly
attending events, be an attentive assist common interactions and
and appreciative audience member even earn you some friends.
regardless of how much you enjoy Obviously, gifts don’t have to be
a performance. expensive; your good intentions
will certainly be recognized on
When traveling to a country that their own.
speaks any language other than
English, make an effort to learn Be generous with your tips, but
important phrases. You should be don’t overdo it. Most people in
able to understand and return the service industry rely heavily
greetings and ask simple on gratuities, yet a tip far
questions. When you use English, above the accepted amount could
speak clearly and without slang, be perceived as an arrogant
paying close attention to other flaunting of wealth. The
people’s reactions to determine following is a list of generally
if you are being understood. But expected gratuities, but you can
do not expect to be accommodated always ask your concierge about
with English translation local guidelines: A doorman
everywhere you go. Traveling to should receive $1 to $2 for
foreign places always involves a carrying your luggage and up to
compromise. $4 for securing a taxi. If a
bellhop assists you getting to
If you find yourself staying in your room, $1 to $2 per bag is
someone else’s home or any customary with an additional $2
individual goes out of their way to $3 for bringing a requested
for your vacation, a small gift item. The concierge, always a
valuable resource when traveling, valets whenever they come to your
deserves $5 to $10 when assistance.
performing any special service
and probably more when securing Most importantly, enjoy your
tickets to a sold-out event or a vacation. As long as you keep in
difficult dinner reservation. mind that you aren’t at home and
When dining, waiters and need to practice moderation and
bartenders should always receive respect, you will always look
15-20% of your total bill amount. like a smart traveler, not an
It is also a good idea to offer “ugly American.”
tips of $2-3 to housekeepers and
About the Author:
This article was written by Justin Burch. Justin writes select pieces about travel in Aruba and other Caribbean resort areas for Marriott Resorts.
Read more articles by: Justin Burch
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