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Travel & Getaways From Kim Knox Beckius, your About Travel & Getaways Editor Greetings, Travelers! During a trip to New Hampshire this month, I packed heels for walking across frozen parking lots and somehow demagnetized my room key. But at least I didn't leave my phone charger behind or insult any grannies! Here's advice on things you should never do while traveling. ~Kim Top 10 Don'ts for Ireland Travelers Visiting the Emerald Isle? Don't want to put your foot in your mouth or, worse... risk a hefty fine or a fender bender? Then, be sure to review these 10 things you absolutely should not do if you want to enjoy Ireland... and be welcomed back on a future visit. See More About:  irish history and culture  essential information on ireland  touring ireland Don't Smuggle a Sausage in Your Suitcase If you're traveling to the United Kingdom, you should review this list of items that are either completely banned or require special licenses. It's not just weapons and pirated goods that can get you in trouble. See More About:  uk customs  duty free allowances uk  uk entry requirements 5 Things You Shouldn't Do in India Indians tend to be very forgiving of foreigners who aren't well informed about Indian culture and customs. You'd still be wise, however, to learn a bit of etiquette to help you avoid embarrassing mistakes. Before you pick up food with the wrong hand or offend someone by gesturing with a certain body part, read these five rules for behaving respectfully in India. See More About:  indian culture  india travel tips  Don't Call Grandma A Squid Greek isn't an easy language to learn, but if you're hoping to pick up a few helpful phrases, here's something you should know. If you don't learn to correctly pronounce a common greeting, you just might insult a yia-yia (Greek for grandmother) by calling her a writhing, multi-tentacled sea creature! More Travel No-Nos Below See More About:  speak greek  greece travel  Travel & Getaways Ads Travel Safety Family Travel Travel Tips Kids Travel Tips Hotel Travel Featured Articles Don't Let Pickpockets Steal Your Vacation Pleasure Video: Leave Nothing Behind When You Check Out of Your Hotel Don't Travel Without a Debit Card: Here's Why Avoid Dengue Fever in Mexico Steer Clear of Israel's Top 5 Rip-offs Don't Get Sunburned in Hawaii   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Travel & Getaways newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   More to Explore How to Have a Miserable Vacation Don't Enter to Win a Vacation if You Can't or Won't Travel Video: European Nude Beach Etiquette Advertisement