Expat Advice: Culture Shock in Falmouth, Jamaica, Jamaica
Submitted by ResearchTeam
What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?
Falmouth, Jamaica
Did you "commit" any embarrassing or humorous cultural blunders? If you did and you'd like to share them, please do tell!
In Falmouth, it is important to be respectful of traditional cultural practices and avoid making insensitive jokes in public. It is also important to dress modestly and respect the customs of local families. It is considered offensive to start conversations about money and haggle aggressively over prices. Additionally, taking photos of people without their consent or disturbing cultural sites is frowned upon.
