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GESTURES AROUND THE WORLD http://rfclipart.com/collection-of-hand-gesture-signs-5246-vector-clipart.html “ It's a rather rude gesture , but at least it's clear what you mean.”Katharine Hepburn Definition of gesture in Oxford dictionary. A movement of a part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning Gestures vary from country to country and culture to culture. It is very important to learn, comprehend, and be mindful of gestures when traveling abroad in order to prevent uncomfortable miscommunications. Firstly, put yourself to the test with a short quiz on the body language cultural differences. http://www.funtrivia.com/playquiz/quiz31230423c0d88.html The following list are some common gestures which people use around the world and the meaning is different in different countries. Thumbs up   http://www.fastcodesign.com/3021307/innovation-by-design/why-face

The grass is always greener on the other side of fence

The grass is always greener on the other side of fence Almost everyone likes to travel. During the holidays or just for a weekend. After the holidays, we upload   the photos which show exotic countries, breathtaking views and outstanding monuments. All those pictures are made in France, Spain, Croatia, China. In fact, the further, the better. Because, who will be interested in Poland? Of course it is comprehensible that we prefer foreign countries. Very often they can offer us things or places which we wouldn’t be able to see in Poland. Traveling abroad gives us an opportunity to taste completely different cuisine and   to familiarize with unusual customs. We also enjoy climate and historic architecture of others countries. But does it mean that Poland is less attractive, that we have to go abroad to be fully pleased with the holidays? Or maybe there is some truth in the proverb the grass is always greener on the other side of fence ? For example, did you know that in Pola