Manners in U.S. Virgin Islands
Learn about cultural etiquette and manners of this country
Greetings
- Handshake
- Hi/Hello
- Light hug
Etiquette
- Greet with eye contact and brightness
- Avoid walking in beachwear even in casual attire
- Flexible with time; a few minutes late acceptable
- Always ask permission before taking photos
- Churches and government facilities require covering shoulders and knees
- Tips are 15-20% at restaurants, 10% for taxis
- Public nuisance drinking subject to fines
- Smoking only in designated areas
- Flexible planning during hurricane season
- Left-hand traffic; pedestrians mind traffic lanes