Kosovo

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  • What NOT to do
  • What to do
  • Don't miss the buses that leave at 6 p.m., for many destinations within the country they are the last lines for that day. --Endrit
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  • Don’t use your phone during meals or coffee invitations; it shows a lack of respect for others. --Liman
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  • Do not refuse rakia and coffee, they are signs of hospitality and respect --Endrit
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  • Don’t refuse a gift if offered to you; always accept politely. --Liman
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  • Don't forget to bring gifts to weddings, it is considered offensive if you don't. --Endrit
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  • Don’t give inappropriate gifts (e.g., alcohol to someone who doesn’t drink for religious or personal reasons). --lpaqarizi97@gmail.com
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  • You can hear a lot of car horns, but beware that sometimes it can be taken as personal --Endrit
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  • Don’t throw trash on the ground – always use a bin or keep it until you find one. --Liman
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  • If you think about hitchhiking, try only short distances, it's not a good option here --Endrit
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  • Don’t speak Serbian in Kosovo, even if you know it. Many locals strongly prefer Albanian, and using Serbian can be seen as disrespectful. --Liman
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  • When you want to improve social connections, then call people for coffee, people here love coffee --Endrit
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  • Show respect by greeting people when you enter a room, shop, or café. A simple greeting is an important part of local cultural customs and helps create a friendly atmosphere. --Liman
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  • Always carry a valid ID or passport – police may ask for identification in public places. --Liman
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  • Kosovars usually fight over who pays, so pay according to their proposal --Endrit
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  • When invited to someone’s home, accept at least a coffee or a small snack. --Liman
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  • Bring a gift, usually money in an envelope – it’s the most common tradition. --Liman
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  • People in Kosovo don't choose a lot of food for breakfast or dinner, so don't be surprised when you are served some high-calorie breakfast food. Eat it, since it is not done on purpose but by a general culture --Endrit
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  • Be patient during conversations; people often speak slowly and explain things in detail. --Liman
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  • Eating by hand is not a big problem, you can practice it in many cases. --Endrit
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  • Compliment the food politely if you enjoy it. Kosovar hosts appreciate positive feedback. --Liman
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