Culture Shock! London

by Hargraves, Orin

• ISBN13: 9780761456674
• ISBN10: 0761456678
• Edition: 6th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-11-01
• Publisher: Marshall Cavendish Intl

Summary

CultureShock! London is the all-essential guide designed to immerse you in the real London--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! London is the all-essential guide designed to immerse you in the real London. Full of practical information and settling-in tips, this book will help make your stay in this vibrant city as smooth as possible. Find out how to choose the right accommodation, the most effective way to get around the busy roads, and how you can do your banking efficiently in this fast-paced metropolis. Get acquainted with the nooks and crannies of this exciting capital, and discover the quiet parks and local haunts that are hidden from most tourists, and which reveal a different side of London. Discover what makes Londoners tick and how you can break down the famous English reserve and build fulfilling friendships with colleagues and neighbours. Whatever your length of stay, CultureShock! London will equip you with the tools and confidence for a successful and pleasant time in this cosmopolitan place.