To kiss or not to kiss

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For those not native to France, navigating social etiquette can be considered a minefield of bad manners. Is it one kiss, two, or even three – or perhaps none at all?! Any Francophile will tell you... that the number of kisses varies from region to region in France, and also depends on the group dynamic – you wouldn’t greet a friend in the same way you’d greet your boss, for example. Nor your mother-in-law compared with your little brother. Similarly, men generally shake hands with men, while women tend to exchange la bise with all genders. No wonder French formalities leave guests bewildered! For International Kissing Day, to celebrate the love, Madame Vacances has investigated common national niceties from France, greetings around the world, and a few international no-no’s to avoid!

To kiss or not to kiss

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