ElectricityElectrical current is 120 volts, 60Hz. Two-pin flat
attachment plugs are in use. LanguageSpanish and English are the official languages of Puerto
Rico. TippingSome restaurants and hotels automatically add a 10 to 17%
service charge to the bill, if not a 15% tip is expected. Taxi
drivers and bar staff also expect tips. Safety InformationVisits to Puerto Rico are usually trouble-free but travellers
should take sensible precautions to avoid petty theft. Local CustomsSocial etiquette in Puerto Rico is typically Latin American,
with some North American influences (such as a stronger sense of
female independence, and a toning-down of the ideal of
). Western visitors to the country should feel
comfortable, and 'at home', in most social situations. Hygiene,
cleanliness and personal appearance are viewed as matters of
self-respect, so travellers who've been 'on the road' for a little
while might consider neatening up their beards or trimming their
hair, especially if they want to make a good first impression. A
final, important aspect of Puerto Rican social life, is the concept
of
. Generally shy of direct confrontation and open
criticism,
refers to the gentle, joking manner in which Puerto
Ricans will bring up uncomfortable issues around each another.
Visitors should be aware of this technique, as they may, on
occasion, be required to 'read between the lines' to discover what
locals are
trying to express. BusinessPuerto Rico is a U.S. territory although the resemblance is
closer to Latin America. English is understood by many on the
island, but Spanish may also be the language in which business is
conducted. Dress codes will vary according to different sectors,
but suits are favoured on very formal occasions. Shaking hands is
common for both men and women. Business hours are generally 9am to
5pm Monday to Friday with an hour taken at lunch. CommunicationsThe international access code for Puerto Rico is +1
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