Here in Chile we are very affectionate when greeting or saying goodbye. Addressing any female, the greeter will shake her right hand, then give a kiss on the cheek--the right cheek and just once! No double cheeks here. Most kisses I've recieved have only been touching cheeks making the *swak* sound. Not a big deal. When guys say hello to guys it's a hand shake that pulls into a 2 slap on the back hug.
I somedays I think I've finally caught onto the rhythm of this kissing deal. But then other times, no. Do I kiss the taxi driver goodbye? More questions for Karen.
Also, we say Ciao! here for our goodbyes.
Ciao! (kiss)
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Please let us know what you find out about the taxi driver and goodbye kisses... I am confused enough as to if you should tip a taxi driver (perhaps due to rural living?). I hope you are healthy & happy my friend. I look forward to talking to you upon your return.
ReplyDeleteKaren said, not to kiss the taxi driver. :) Tips are always good, and you tip everyone. The bag boy at the grocery, the man who fills your gas tank, etc. Miss you friend!
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