Tulum
Mexico • North America
Bohemian Beach Town
Overview
👋 Greetings
A warm handshake is standard. Close friends and family often greet with a hug and a kiss on the cheek. Use formal titles like Señor/Señora until invited to use first names.
🍽️ Dining
Meals are social occasions meant to be enjoyed slowly. It's polite to keep hands visible on the table. Tipping 10-15% is customary at restaurants.
👔 Dress Code
Smart casual is appropriate for most situations. Beach attire should stay at beach resorts. Cover up when visiting churches.
🚫 Things to Avoid
- •Discussing illegal immigration negatively
- •Comparing Mexico unfavorably to the US
- •Being too direct or confrontational
- •Refusing food when offered
- •Making the "OK" hand gesture (can be offensive)
💡 Did You Know?
Mexico introduced chocolate, chilies, and corn to the world
Mexico City is built on the ruins of the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan
Mexico has 35 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The country has more Spanish speakers than Spain
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