How to prepare to host a Chinese guest on her first trip to Europe
I will shortly be hosting a female Chinese guest in my home for two days (I’m an Airbnb-er). She is travelling with her daughter, who is studying here in the UK and speaks very good English, so I don’t anticipate too many language communication difficulties. However, I have little experience of Chinese culture and I don’t want to inadvertently offend or otherwise fail to meet expectations.
Are there any special preparations I should make beyond the usual (sparkling clean accommodation, complimentary water/refreshments in the room etc) or considerations when interacting with my guests? I’d like my guest to go home with a good impression of the UK and its people!
Best Answer
Chinese are people, they have as many differences as any people.
What you mention as what you already do seems great. If you do not usually stock green tea, you might want to buy some, but that is about it.
The best impression is being a friendly host, willing to talk (even if you may need the daughter to help with translating) will be enough.
If you want to give your Chinese guests the tea they are used to, I would suggest asking the daughter for advice. I think your local shops are not likely to have the tea they are used to, although they might have some they can be happy with, but with her living in the UK she might know which brands will be acceptable. Or she can bring their own.
(But on the other hand, if you have a few different kinds of tea, you might not have what they expect, you will certainly show hospitality and willingness to be open to their culture.)
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