Many experienced international business travelers will advise you that "when in Rome do as the Romans do". While this may work if you are trying to figure out which fork to use or whether to bow or shake hands,it is,in most cases, far easier said than done.And besides, except in superficial areas,doing what the Romans do may be against your ethics, morals,company policy or home government laws. Many experienced international business travelers will advise you that “when in Rome do as the Romans do”. While this may work if you are trying to figure out which fork to use or whether to bow or shake hands, it is, in most cases, far easier said than done. And besides, except in superficial areas, doing what the Romans do may be against your ethics, morals, company policy or home government laws