water.
Hepatitis B
You can get hepatitis B through sexual contact, contaminated needles, and blood
products, so CDC recommends this vaccine if you might have sex with a new
partner, get a tattoo or piercing, or have any medical procedures.
Natural Disasters in Venezuela
The hurricane season runs from around 1 June to 30 November and can affect parts
of northern Venezuela. Keep an eye on weather reports on local TV and radio.
During the rainy season from May to November, there may be flooding in low-lying
areas and some valleys in the Andes. Venezuela is also vulnerable to earthquakes.
Do’s and Don’ts
Do’s
Shake hands when meeting someone for the first time.
Talk about family, hobbies, and vacations.
Keep eye contact because it shows you are interested in the conversation.
Women kiss once on the cheek, but not the first meeting.
Travel with a group because violence and kidnapping are prevalent.
Drive with doors locked because of carjackings at traffic lights.
Wait until everyone has been served before eating.
Don’ts
Don’t talk about politics. People have strong opinions about them.
Don’t touch people the first time you meet them. Venezuelans need to trust you
before physical contact.
Don’t give the middle finger or the "OK" sign; they are seen as crude.
Please don’t turn your back when someone talks to you; it shows disinterest in the
topic.
Don’t wear jewellery, carry large sums of money, or display cash, credit cards,
phones, etc.
Don’t walk at night in most areas.
Don't slurp, belch, or chew loudly.
Don’t leave the table before everyone has finished eating.