I don’t often take public transportation, but the popularity of ride-sharing services like Uber Pool and Lyft has meant that we’re increasingly traveling in close proximity to strangers. All the more … [Read more...]
Civility and the Logan Paul Effect
As an etiquette and civility consultant, I’m often approached for advice and training on global etiquette. Whether we’re traveling for business or pleasure, most of us want to acknowledge … [Read more...]
Are You Guilty Of This In-Flight Faux Pas?
Traveling these days seems to be a major civility challenge. It's so easy to get irritated or impatient as you witness rude behavior and a lack of consideration. People cut in line, knock each other … [Read more...]
Why Passenger Shaming Exists
This summer I took a flight to visit friends. As I boarded the plane, I noticed that a woman in the front row was sprawled out and was eating a sandwich while resting her bare feet on the seat next to … [Read more...]
The Etiquette of Traveling With Kids
A friend of mine just returned from a European holiday with this story: Their hotel was a small and charming one tucked away in the countryside. There were only 50 or so guests, including an affluent … [Read more...]