New Zealand's etiquette sensitivity is low — norms are relaxed and foreigners get plenty of leeway. Most important: Māori culture and customs (like the hongi greeting, pressing noses and foreheads) are respected — showing interest in Māori traditions is appreciated.
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Māori culture and customs (like the hongi greeting, pressing noses and foreheads) are respected — showing interest in Māori traditions is appreciated.
New Zealand's etiquette sensitivity is low — norms are relaxed and foreigners get plenty of leeway
Kiwis are generally informal and friendly — modesty and understatement are valued over boastfulness.
Locals are generally understanding of foreign visitors — a little awareness helps, but nobody expects perfection.