All articles tagged with #etiquette
Restaurant pros say the biggest mistake diners make before ordering is sticking to familiar favorites; instead ask what the restaurant is known for or what the server would order that night, and share your mood, dietary needs, and drink preferences so the server can tailor recommendations and guide you to the best experience rather than the most expensive dish.
Southwest Airlines’ playful post about not getting off faster by standing as soon as the seatbelt sign turns off has reignited a debate about post‑landing manners. Etiquette experts say the impulse to stretch or grab bags is common for comfort and efficiency, but standing in the aisle too early can block others and invade personal space. The consensus is to remain seated until it’s safe, calmly collect belongings, and rely on flight attendants to maintain order as deplaning proceeds.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce reportedly asked wedding guests to bring no gifts, sparking an etiquette debate about whether guests should still give cards, donate to charity, or simply honor the couple’s request. Etiquette experts say gifts should be voluntary and suggest alternatives like heartfelt notes or charitable contributions, with examples from Selena Gomez’s wedding and the Rare Impact Fund; some friends may bend the rule, but the prevailing advice is to avoid treating gifts as a transaction.
A video circulating on X shows a younger man blocking an 80-year-old woman from using a handrail on a busy metro staircase and telling her to 'go around,' prompting widespread condemnation of his behavior and a broader discussion about courtesy toward older people; some commenters speculate the clip is staged for social media.
A TikTok video showing a British tourist removing towels from pool chairs at Tenerife’s Mediterranean Palace has gone viral with millions of views, prompting a global debate on pool etiquette and whether loungers are truly reservable. The creator, Nanny Rachael, says the act was a playful critique of people who claim loungers by leaving towels and waking up later, while many commenters defend or criticize the move. A follow‑up video explains it was about fairness for late arrivals, highlighting the broader tension over reserving seats at crowded pools.
Two Ask Eric questions anchor this piece: a long-standing rift with Harris surfaces as his daughter’s wedding looms, and the guidance is to attend if formally invited to support other family members, while respecting Harris’s reluctance to mend fences and avoiding letting the feud disrupt other relatives; if not invited or excluded, sending a card is reasonable. The second Q&A offers tips for handling conversations about bodies: reply with a simple, compassionate boundary (e.g., “I’m sorry you feel that way”), steer away from body talk, and consider asking before commenting, since many people don’t want to discuss or be judged about their bodies.
A waiter reportedly refused a $50 tip on a $200 bill and told the couple they shouldn’t eat out if they wouldn’t pay $85, sparking a wave of discussion on tipping norms and restaurant etiquette across social media.
Americans aren’t typically required to tip for takeout, but tips are appreciated, especially for curbside pickup or large orders. Experts say a 10% tip is reasonable for takeout services, while the 15–20% standard for dine-in isn’t mandatory. Factors like extra packaging work, order checks, and dietary accommodations justify tipping. If you pick up in person, a tip to the preparer is a kind gesture. Online tipping prompts can pressure customers, and some diners skip ordering due to tip expectations, per a Tillster report.
A wife says her husband expected her to pay for his family’s dinner; she pays for her own meal and leaves, and he later calls her action humiliating, highlighting money expectations and in-law etiquette as a source of tension in the relationship.
Viral reports from U.S. airports describe increasingly crowded premium lounges, with incidents like a couple hoarding burgers and desserts and kids roaming the space, signaling a shift from exclusive memberships to credit-card access and earlier arrivals; observers say evolving lounge demographics and pervasive filming are straining etiquette as families and leisure travelers flock to lounges.
McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski says his tiny on-camera bite during a February Big Arch tasting was guided by his mom's rule not to talk with your mouth full, a rationale that sparked online ridicule but comes as leaders try to be relatable on social media; the meme-friendly moment occurred as McDonald's stock rose about 3% over the past year despite mixed reception to the new burger.
The so-called Midwest goodbye is a drawn-out farewell at the end of gatherings, featuring lingering doorways, hugs and ongoing chatter that can stretch for hours. Seen as a sign of warmth and respect, it can be exhausting, but experts suggest planning ahead or setting a mental timer to shorten the exit while still appreciating the invitation.
A St. Patrick’s Day dinner planned around corned beef and cabbage is upended when relatives plan pizza, prompting the offended sister‑in‑law to cancel the gathering and leaving Miss Manners to weigh etiquette on accommodating differing tastes while preserving family harmony.
United Airlines updated its contract of carriage to allow removing passengers who fail to wear headphones while listening to audio or video content, strengthening an existing headphone policy and turning a courtesy into a potential boarding or on‑flight removal consequence.
BuzzFeed compiles a humorous list of 27 everyday actions that are technically legal but widely considered rude, from blasting music on public transport to blocking exits, cutting lines, hogging parking spots, and other small-yet-annoying behaviors. Drawn from reader contributions, the article highlights how opting for convenience or self-interest in common situations can earn you social disapproval, even when you’re not breaking any laws.