Culture

The CultureShock series is a dynamic and indispensable range of guides for those travelers who are looking to truly understand the countries they are visiting. Each title explains the customs, traditions, social and business etiquette in a lively and informative style.

CultureShock authors, all of whom have experienced the joys and pitfalls of cultural adaptation, are ideally placed to provide warm and informative advice to those who seek to integrate seamlessly into diverse cultures.

Each CultureShock  book contains:

• Insights into local culture and tradition
• Advice on adapting into the local environment
• Linguistic help, and most importantly
• How to get the most out of your travel experience

CultureShock Borneo gives you a fun-filled and thorough crash course on how to live and work in this slice of the East. Packed with useful and insightful tips, this book will guide you on how deal with cultural barriers, relate with the various racial groups and fit into the intricate society. Learn how weddings, births and funerals are observed by the different ethnic groups and how you can participate meaningfully in them. Understand the strong family bonds in most Borneo families and how they affect all areas of life, starting with the extremely complicated came system and forms of address. This book also covers practical matters such as finding a suitable home and understanding the work environment. CultureShock Borneo is the essential guide that will benefit anyone who wants to survive and succeed in the exotic land of Borneo.