Author : Nicholas Crowder
Publisher : Graphic Arts Center Publishing
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 35,92 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Ecuador
ISBN : 9781558686052
Gives informative tips on the do's and don'ts of custom in Ecuador and provides interesting insights into the social and business attitudes of the Ecuadorian people.
Author : Nicholas Crowder
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 44,34 MB
Release : 2009-10-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9814435732
CultureShock! Ecuador is a must for anyone wishing to visit or settle in Ecuador. Packed with essential information, resource guides and language tips, this book covers every practicality, and provides an in-depth understanding of the people and culture of this diverse country which is also known for its Panama hats and many species of turtles. CultureShock! Ecuador is the comprehensive guide that will lead you through the ups and downs of settling into life in this fascinating country and help you to appreciate what it truly means to be in Ecuador.
Author : Nicholas Crowder
Publisher : Culture Shock!
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 32,84 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Culture shock
ISBN : 9780761456643
CultureShock! Ecuador is a must for anyone wishing to visit or settle in Ecuador Insights into the people and their culture and traditions. Advise on adapting into the local environment. Essential information on the coutnry's history, traditions, beliefs, etiquette, cusine and leisure activities. Suggestions on how to get the most out of the travel experience. Linguistic help and hints on how to learn the language and do business. A useful list of foreign words and phrases and a conprehensive resource guide. A glossary books for further reading and a list of interesting websites for additonal reference. Lively and humorous illustrations that capture the essence of the text. CultureShock! Ecuadoris a must for anyone wishing to visit or settle in Ecuador. Packed with essential information, resource guides and language tips, this book covers every practicality, and provides an in-depth understanding of the people and culture of this diverse country which is also known for its Panama hats and many species of turtles. Become accustomed to Ecuadorian etiquette and understand the concept of asi es la vida (life is so). Be aware of the differences between the Quechua, Huaorani and Cayapas peoples and be fully prepared should you fall ill to Chagas disease or malaria. CultureShock!Ecuadoris the comprehensive guide that will lead you through the ups and downs of settling into life in this fascinating country and help you to appreciate what it truly means to be in Ecuador.
Author : Nicholas Crowder
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 37,81 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Culture shock
ISBN : 9780761424956
CultureShock! Ecuador is a must for anyone wishing to visit or settle in Ecuador. Packed with essential information, resource guides, and language tips, this book covers every practicality, and provides an in-depth understanding of the people and culture of this diverse country which is also known for its Panama hats and many species of turtles. Become accustomed to Ecuadorian etiquette and understand the concept of asi es la vida (life is so). Be aware of the differences between the Quechua, Huaorani, and Cayapas peoples and be fully prepared should you fall ill to Chagas disease or malaria. CultureShock! Ecuador is the comprehensive guide that will lead you through the ups and downs of settling into life in this fascinating country and help you to appreciate what it truly means to be in Ecuador. Book jacket.
Author : Alison Behnke
Publisher : Twenty-First Century Books
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 19,2 MB
Release : 2008-09-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0822585731
Describes the country of Ecuador, including its history, geography, economy, and the cultures of its people.
Author : John Hooker
Publisher : Stanford University Press
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 20,95 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780804748070
A guide to adapting and thriving within unfamiliar cultural settings challenges the notion that professional life interacts with culture only at the etiquette level, distinguishing between rule-based and relationship-based cultures while considering the roles of such factors as competition, security, and lifestyle. (Social Science)
Author : Paul E Zakowich
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 30,44 MB
Release : 2009-10-30
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9814435244
You want to go to some less-travelled country—Zambia, for example—but you don’t know what vaccinations are required, much less what health hazards may wait you there. Your friends are planning a trip to Tibet, but you’re worried about how to handle the thinner air up there. You’re travelling with your children for the first time, and you’re not sure how to handle it. CultureShock! Travel Safe gives you all the information you’ll need to keep yourself and your family and friends safe and healthy while travelling. The true travel stories included illustrate the common mistakes travellers make when it comes to keeping healthy while travelling. Covering everything from getting medical travel insurance, packing a medical kit and performing CPR to the best way to handle children on a long flight and what vaccinations they will need before travelling, CultureShock! Travel Safe is the best travelling companion you’ll ever need.
Author : Ben Westwood
Publisher : Moon Travel
Page : 849 pages
File Size : 39,65 MB
Release : 2015-03-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1612388620
This full-color guide to Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands includes vibrant photos and easy-to-use maps to help with trip planning. Seasoned traveler and journalist Ben Westwood leads adventurers to off-the-beaten-path experiences in Ecuador, from riding a train up the steep switchbacks of the famous Nariz del Diablo (Devil's Nose) to diving off of the Galápagos Islands, where the waters are abundant with ocean life. Complete with information on exploring the colonial architecture of Quito's Old Town, enjoying the lively waterfront of the Malecón 2000 in Guayaquil, and climbing volcanoes in Sangay National Park, Moon Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience. Moon Handbooks give you the tools to make your own choices. Can't-miss sights, activities, restaurants, and accommodations, marked with M Suggestions on how to plan a trip that's perfect for you, including: "The Best of Ecuador" "Galápagos Expedition" "Adrenaline Rush" "Wildlife Wonders" "Sun and Surf: Ecuador's Best Beaches" "Indigenous Past and Present" 37 detailed and easy-to-use maps The firsthand experience and unique perspective of author Ben Westwood
Author : Kitt Baguley
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 17,24 MB
Release : 2008-09-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9814398675
Author : Orin Hargraves
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 28,98 MB
Release : 2011-05-21
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9814484792
CultureShock! Chicago is an insightful and thorough guide that will help you make Chicago your home. Discover the real Chicago beyond the usual tourist attractions and the gloss of promotional brochures and be acquainted with the reality of living and working in this exciting city. Find out what lies behind the Chicagoan façade and how to make friends in your new community. Chock-full of useful information to help you settle in, CultureShock! Chicago covers a wide range of practical issues such as how to negotiate the grid and get around the city, what to expect from Chicago’s extreme weather, how to find suitable accommodation and how to conduct business and manage your finances, among others. It also explores the many excellent recreational facilities in this vibrant and cosmopolitan city. CultureShock! Chicago is the one book you will need to make a success of living, working or studying in Chicago.
