100: Embarrassing Things You Should Never do in Other Countries

ARR RAW round-table discussions with motorcycle adventure travellers - featuring Grant Johnson, Sam Manicom, Shirley Hardy-Rix, Brian Rix, Michelle Lamphere and Jim Martin.

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Michelle Lamphere - Pakistan - Asked permission to take a selfie.

In this episode, we delve into customs and etiquette across different countries, highlighting how misunderstandings can lead to embarrassment or unintended offense. The RAW panel offers guidance for travelers to specific destinations, sharing personal anecdotes and providing tips to steer clear of etiquette mishaps that might leave a negative impression.

Shirley Hardy-Rix and Brian Rix

Shirley Hardy-Rix and Brian Rix - Iran roads.

Shirley Hardy-Rix - Iran, Esfahan Masjed, e Emam

Shirley Hardy-Rix - Iran, Esfahen Bazaar

Michelle Lamphere

Michelle Lamphere - Pakistan - Hand gesture that a local made so we copied him.

Michelle Lamphere - A local woman teaching me how to properly wear a headdress in Kalash Valley, Pakistan.

Michelle Lamphere - Pakistan - Asked a police officer for his photo, he declined but said I could photograph his car.

Michelle Lamphere - Parked near a cemetery but didn’t take photos inside.

Michelle Lamphere - Asked for permission to ride into Butch Cassidy and Sundance Kids former ranch.

Michelle Lamphere - Border crossing into Chile.

Sam Manicom:

Sam Manicom - I pack for every occasion.

Sam Manicom - Kitchens vary.

Sam Manicom - When the locals wear head scarves.

Sam Manicom - A handshake and a smile - Pakistan.

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