Overview Florida

Insights into the regulations, traditions, and logistics of Florida.

Currency: Dollar (USD)
Calling code: +1 954
Area: 170.304 km²
Population: 21 million
Density: 121 per km²

1. Are there typical greeting rituals?

Hello, hi, whats up?

2. What business rules are to be followed?

Americans are very open to international rules, nothing in particular.

3. What subjects are discussed during small talk?

Sports and politics mainly.

4. What commodities play an important role in the country?

a. Export - Pulp, chemicals, finished goods, autos

b. Import - consumer goods, clothing

5. What special logistics obstacles/difficulties are there on location?

We have a strong hurricane season that might disrupt business hours.

6. Are there traditional dishes that are eaten on specific holidays, for instance?

Well, diversed food, several latin restaurants around and great seafood.

7. What must absolutely be experienced or seen there?

Beaches!

Author

Nadine Kinscher-Masur

Corporate Head of Marketing at Fr. Meyer's Sohn

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