Island culture note – Proper Greetings

If you ever have the pleasure of visiting the islands, please note that the locals appreciate proper greetings. People are expected to use “good morning,” “good afternoon,” and “good night” when passing someone. Would you believe that a woman in the hospital, when walking by our group of five orientees, said, “ Good morning, good morning, good morning, good morning, good morning.” Unfortunately, saying hi or hello is not sufficient and can irritate an islander. Along the same lines, when stepping into an elevator it is impolite not to greet others who are also riding in the elevator.