Each nation has its own traditions and customs and Lithuania is no special case. In this way, on the off chance that you would prefer not to feel like a white crow (a Lithuanian saying), you should see the things before that can't be found in movement guides.
Here are a few hints on what might be done in Lithuania and what is forbidden.
DO:
- When on a date, give a girl only an odd number of flowers (an even number is only suitable for funerals!).
- Always mark your ticket on a bus or trolleybus as the controllers are not always amenable.
- Leave tips: if you receive good service, the usual practice is to give at least ten percent of the total.
- Be punctual for appointments as Lithuanians tend to value each other’s time.
DON’T:
- Do not consume alcohol in parks, squares and other public places – it is prohibited by law.
- Do not litter out of the car windows or in public places, you might get fined!
- Do not kiss a person when greeting them if you do not know them well; it is more common to shake hands in Lithuania. Usually only relatives or close friends kiss when meeting.
- Do not get into a waiting taxi; if you call it by phone, it will take you to your destination at a lower rate.
- info by SFWWC
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