When you are traveling abroad, it is importance to follow the customs of the country where you are visiting. If you are invited to a home in Britain, here is some advices. As soon as you are invited, it is good manners to refuse or accept an invitation, either by writing or by telephoning. When you go to the party, it was polite to arrive at on time. It is good manners to shake hands with your host and another guests. You can take a present if you like, possible a bottle of wine, a box of chocolate or some flowers. However, it was not bad manners to take nothing. It is not polite to stay too late before the other guests have gone. Of course, it is good manners to write or telephone one or two days later to thank your host.
