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Expat Advice: Culture Shock in Falmouth, Jamaica, Jamaica

Submitted by ResearchTeam

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Falmouth, Jamaica

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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.

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