Do/Do Not!, Hong Kong

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Chopsticks
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gloopgloop 185 reviews

Leaving chopsticks sticking vertically into the bowl is a bad omen. This resembles incense sticks in a bowl of ashes, a sure death sign.

Written Sep 5, 2006

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Do Tip
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arv1 254 reviews

I recommend tipping the taxi drivers, as tipping is a way of life in Hong Kong, so its rude if you don't.

Written Mar 2, 2005

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the right way
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zephyrgurl108 188 reviews

when riding the escalators, stay on the right side. the locals can really get annoyed if they are in a hurry and ur on their way. youll get a frown or if youre really unlucky, a frown plus a shove.

Updated Feb 15, 2005

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Walk fast
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Sharrie 6309 reviews

Walk fast & take care of your belongings.

Updated Nov 25, 2002

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Handle paper with two hands -...
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PavlH 60 reviews

Handle paper with two hands - when passing money to people use both hands and accept the change the same way, the older generations appreciate it as using one hand is a sign of rudeness.

Written Aug 26, 2002

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Take a good book an read it...
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Carlo-B. 163 reviews

Take a good book an read it carefully!!

Written Aug 26, 2002

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It is probably better to greet...
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kfh1 54 reviews

It is probably better to greet people esp. older people in a formal way (Ms/Mr should do for most cases). This probably doesn't apply to the younger generation who greet each other very informally.

Written Aug 24, 2002

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Be nice and polite. These are...
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rustywrench 19 reviews

Be nice and polite. These are mostly Chinese and it is very important to the Chinese not to lose face.

Written Aug 24, 2002

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