Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Custom Taboos
Population 104,000 (2010), in which blacks accounted for 66%, 19% mixed race, Indians accounted for 6%, European descent is about 4%, Indian 2%, other 3%. English is a common language. Most residents believe in Christianity and Catholicism. Architecture and urban planning in the country are adopted European style, tourism develope well. Many buildings, independent house and restaurant are found in suburban and rural areas. Due to hot weather, residents usually wear short-sleeved pants and skirts. However, in formal occasions, they are usually wearing suit. The main food of residents is maize, sweet potatoes, bread, fish, eggs, beef, chicken, vegetables, and bananas. The residents of the country usually address title Mr. and Mrs. or Ms., Miss. Work or formal occasions, even before the name plus the administrative and academic titles. Residents generally shake hands. As invited to the party, dinner time, it is generally required to bring a gift.
The main festival of St. Vincent is New Year (January 1); Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Day (January 22); Good Friday (April 13); Easter (April 16); Labour Day (May 1st); Pentecost (June 4); Carnival (July 10); Liberation Day (August 6); Independence Day (October 27); Christmas day (December 25-26), etc.