Cultureshock! Philippines
Whether you travel for business, pleasure, or a combination of the two, the ever-popular "Culture Shock!" series belongs in your backpack or briefcase. Get the nuts-and-bolts information you need to survive and thrive wherever you go. "Culture Shock!" country guides are easy-to-read, accurate, and entertaining crash courses in local customs and etiquette. "Culture Shock!" practical guides offer the inside information you need whether you're a student, a parent, a globetrotter, or a working...
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Whether you're conducting business, traveling for pleasure, or even relocating abroad, one mistake with customs or etiquette can leave a bad taste in everyone's mouth. International travelers, now more than ever, are not just individuals from the United States, but ambassadors and impression makers for the country as a whole. Newly updated, redesigned, and resized for maximum shelf appeal for travelers of all ages, Culture Shock! country and city guides make up the most complete reference series for customs and etiquette you can find. These are not just travel guides; they are guides for a way of life.
Introduction viAcknowledgements ixDedication xMap of the Philippines xiiFirst Impressions 1Cultural Fatigue 4Differences in Perception 6Two Faces of Sincerity 7Face to Face Situations 8The Importance of Amor-propio 9Overview and History 11Geography 12History 12The Filipino: Product of History 40People 42Filipino Women 43Filipino Men 54Looking Behind Those Spanish Names 62Start of Urban Life 62Traditions 71Social Values 86Characteristics 101Socialising 118Guide to Social Situations 119Social Customs 121Body Language 125Dating Etiquette 134Compadrazco: God Parenthood 135Filipino Wedding 139View of Foreigners 147Alternative Lifestyles 147Settling In 149Living in the Philippines 150House Hunting 153Househelp 160Health and Hospitals 173Schools / Day Care 173Childcare 177Banking and taxes 178Shopping 180Transportation 180Telecommunications 182Eating and Entertaining 184Filipino Food 185Dining at Home 188Eating Out 190Favourite Filipino Recipes 195Culture and Travel 200Festivals 201Brief Guide to Fiestas 205Calendar of Festivals and Holidays 222Art and Media 230Newspapers and Magazines 230Travel 231Sports and Hobbies 233Mind Your Language 234The Filipino English Accent 235Language Reflects Culture 236Filipino English 238The Cultural Factor 240Speak Softly 241Filipino 'Yes' 242Learning Difficulties for Foreigners 243Doing Business in the Philippines 244The Nationalist Factor 245Minding Your Business 247The Business of Telling Time 249The Personlised Business Style 250Dealing with the Bureaucracy 251Tips on Graft 253Don't Get Personally Involved 254What Makes Filipino Businessmen Tick 254Government and Business 256Business Etiquette 256Labour and Business 258The Nationalist Business Credo (1986 Constitution) 260Volunteer Work 262Fast Facts about the Philippines 26Famous People 269Topics of Conversation 274Acronyms 275Culture Quiz 277Do's and Don'ts 288Glossary 290Resource Guide 305Further Reading 316About the Authors 319Index 322
