Product Description

"Culture Smart!" provides priceless nuggets of cultural information on Sweden not found in a standard guidebook. Whether you are looking to secure a business deal, enrich your travels, or simply better understand Sweden, its people and customs, "Culture Smart!" provides the information in a clear and highly readable guide. Rather than get bogged down with where to stay, where to eat, and where to go; provide yourself with the knowledge of what makes the country tick and experience Sweden as a local.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #317710 in Books
• Published on: 2004-04-29
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 168 pages

Review
"Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers, Sunday Times Travel -...the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries, Global Travel -...full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas, Observer -...as useful as they are entertaining, Easy Jet Magazine -...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world, New York Times." --various

From the Publisher
CULTURE SMART! guides provide essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behaviour in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues.

These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts.

Each CULTURE SMART! guide explains key country values and attitudes, social and home life and how to avoid cultural mishaps when out and about. Giving the historical, political and cultural background, they reveal how to read body language and be aware of potential pitfalls in communication. This will help the reader develop trust, friendship and successful business relationships.

About the Author
CHARLOTTE DEWITT is President of International Events, Ltd., and has produced nearly 150 festivals, events, and conferences. A native Bostonian and graduate of Drake University, U.S.A., she has lectured and consulted throughout North America, Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia. She has written extensively on festivals and events as catalysts for cultural tourism and world understanding. Charlotte lived in Sweden for ten years and was President of The American Club of Sweden. She is First Vice President of the Federation of American Women s Clubs Overseas (FAWCO), which has special consultative status to the United Nations. Switzerland