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Local Customs

Cultural Mistakes Tourists Make in Latin America & the Caribbean (And How to Avoid Them)

Most cultural mistakes tourists make are not rude on purpose. They usually happen because travelers arrive with the social rules from home and assume those rules work the same everywhere. In the Caribbean, Latin America, and many popular nightlife destinations,…

Caribbean Travel Editor at DontTalkJustTravel
January 27, 2026

Safety Tips

What Not to Do in the Caribbean

Updated August 2026: Caribbean tipping customs, service charges, entry rules, transport and local etiquette vary by destination. Check whether gratuity is already included, use reputable tour operators, respect environmental rules, and verify local travel guidance instead of assuming one rule applies everywhere.

Caribbean Travel Editor at DontTalkJustTravel
November 4, 2025