Etiquette & taboos

Etiquette & taboos

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3 rules found

Essential restrictionsPublic transportPlace-specific guidance · United Kingdom

London Underground: tap in and tap out

Do

  • Tap your Oyster card or bank card on the yellow reader both on entry and exit, even if the gates are open
  • At interchange stations with mid-route readers, tap as instructed

Don’t

  • Tapping in but not out, or not tapping before boarding

If you miss a tap you are charged the maximum fare; if an inspector finds you travelling without tapping, you may be fined or prosecuted.

Not yet verifiedSource: Wikipedia: Oyster card

Cultural sensitivitiesPublic transportPlace-specific guidance · Netherlands

Netherlands: cycle paths are not footpaths

Do

  • Before crossing, look for bicycles and e-bikes first — they have priority over cars
  • Use pedestrian crossings

Don’t

  • Standing or walking on a cycle path

Traffic on cycle paths is fast; crossing outside a pedestrian crossing can bring a fine.

Verified Oct 19, 2026Source: GOV.UK: Netherlands travel advice