Guadalajara, Mexico
What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Guadalajara?
We asked people in Guadalajara if they could share any humorous cultural blunders they commited. For new expats, keep in mind that these incidents are an inevitable part of expat life. Learning to laugh about them is the key!...
"I ordered 1.1 lbs of american cheese, not understanding the difference between a kilo and a pound when we first arrived. We ate cheese for a month," said another expat in Guadalajara, Mexico.
"Sure, I tried out new words I thought I had learned and made a fool of myself, but I just laughed with everyone else and it was fine. Also, I fell twice in the street 'cause the streets are so broken and uneven and felt silly, but a nice lady helped me, very kind," wrote a member who made the move to Guadalajara, Mexico.
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What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Guadalajara?
If you live in Guadalajara, newcomers to Guadalajara would love to hear your answer to this question.
