- Gifts are generally not expected in business situations.
- As far as weddings, circumcisions, baptisms, etc, money is more acceptable. The amount depends on how well you know the family.
- One may notice that anywhere outside the capital, people don't tend to celebrate birthdays, this is not because they don't want to but because they don't know when they were born. Most will know about how old they are, but not know their exact birthday.
- Gifts can be wrapped or unwrapped, there is no set protocol surrounding gift giving, at least not in central .
- If one is traveling and staying with a family, it is a good idea to take a gift for the family or the husband & wife. It doesn't have to be anything big. A 99 cent pocket knife or some table mats can go a long way. Candy will also be greatly welcomed.
- Most Malagasy are very appreciative and believe it is the thought that counts.
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