What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Hopkins Village?

We asked people in Hopkins Village if they could share any humorous cultural blunders they commited. For new expats, keep in mind that these incidents are an inevitable part of expat life. Learning to laugh about them is the key!...

"Many! In a nice, small outdoor cafe I was served a traditional Garifuna dish called hudut. A whole fish lay in a bowl of delicious broth and on a plate was a mound of mashed plantain. I had no idea what to do with the plantain, so I asked the waitress. With a bashful giggle she told me to dip it in the soup. Additionally, a napkin was put on the table with a smooth rounded brown rock. I asked what this was, thinking it was also something to eat! Even the cook laughed and said, "it's a rock so the napkin won't blow away!"," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Hopkins Village, Belize.

"When visiting Hopkins Village, it is important to be mindful of the local customs and culture. Here are some cultural faux pas to avoid making: -Do not wear revealing clothing such as shorts, short skirts or tank tops. -Do not take photos or videos of people in the village without permission. -Respect local religious and cultural beliefs by not talking or behaving disrespectfully in places of worship, or making insensitive comments. -Be respectful when interacting with locals and do not use offensive language. -Pay respects to the elderly by greeting them with a nod and a kind word. -Do not buy or exchange items related to voodoo as this is a sensitive topic. -Be mindful of the local ecology and avoid littering," commented one expat who made the move to Hopkins Village, Belize.

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