Dutch customs and taboos:
1. For business activities in the Netherlands, it is advisable to wear conservative style suits. Both public and private units must sign a contract before visiting. Dutch businessmen especially love to travel, so they must make an appointment before going to Holland. Although not as fond of shaking hands as French and German businessmen, the Dutch are more formal and conservative. So remember to come up with your best negotiation terms directly, so as not to lose business. Dutch businessmen love to entertain each other. They often have a rich breakfast, take a break for tea at 11 a.m., have a big meal at noon, take a break for tea at 4 p.m., have a formal dinner at 7 p.m. and have a midnight snack before going to bed. So, remember to bring your stomach medicine. If the Dutch invite you to his house, most of them only invite you to drink a few glasses of wine, and then go out to eat in a restaurant. Remember to bring flowers to his wife-it must be odd, 5 or 7 flowers is best, and don't be too hard on other people's wives.
2. Many Dutch intellectuals know a lot about China's traditional culture (Sinology). Let's talk about the philosophy of China and Mencius. Dutch people are used to eating western food, but they are also interested in Chinese food. Dutch people are very particular about pouring coffee, and they can only pour it to two-thirds of the cup. It's impolite to be full of excuses, which is regarded as ill-bred. The way to get along, don't mention the Nazis. When going up the stairs, the man is in front. Generally speaking, when men and women climb stairs, women are in front and men are behind, but this country in the Netherlands is the opposite. March-May and September-October are the most suitable time to visit. In June, July and August, Dutch people go on holiday.
3. The Dutch taboo 13 and Friday. In their interaction, they don't want to talk about American politics, economy and prices. I am also particularly afraid that others will take pictures of them.
4. When a young Dutch man intends to woo a girl, he always knocks on the girl's door first. When the girl's parents come out, they ask the girl's parents to light a cigar for him. The girl's parents ask the young man all kinds of questions to examine his character and ability. When he asks to light a cigar again, he can give him a very clear answer.
5. When traveling in the Netherlands, it is best to learn some daily conversations in Dutch, which is very helpful for traveling by car. If you are proficient in English, you can also use it because most Dutch people know some English. The etiquette of giving priority to women is popular in Holland, so men should provide convenience for women everywhere no matter what the occasion.