INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION CHALLENGES FACED BY UZBEK TOURISTS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
Abstract
This article examines the intercultural communication challenges encountered by Uzbek tourists visiting the United Kingdom. Drawing upon established intercultural communication theories, including Hofstede's cultural dimensions and Hall's high/low-context communication, it analyzes potential barriers arising from linguistic, pragmatic, non-verbal, and socio-cultural discrepancies. It synthesizes existing comparative cultural data to infer likely points of friction and misunderstanding. It argues that significant socio-economic and cultural divergences between Uzbekistan and the UK contribute to these challenges, impacting tourist adaptation and overall experience.Keyword
- Intercultural Communication ,
- Tourism ,
- Uzbek Culture ,
- UK ,
- Cultural Adaptation ,
- Communication Barriers ,
- Cross-Cultural Competence ,
- Host-Guest Relations Introduction. The global tourism sector is experiencing increased diversity ,
- with a growing number of tourists from emerging economies ,
- including Uzbekistan ,
- visiting established destinations like the United Kingdom. This increasing cross-cultural interaction highlights the potential for significant intercultural communication challenges due to the distinct socio-economic and cultural profiles of these nations. This chapter addresses a critical gap in existing literature by specifically focusing on the intercultural communication challenges faced by Uzbek tourists in the UK ,
- a demographic often generalized or under-researched. The primary aim is to critically analyze and delineate these challenges ,
- exploring their potential impact on the tourist experience
References
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INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION CHALLENGES FACED BY UZBEK TOURISTS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. (2026). Spectrum of Development, 2(4), 190-191. https://spectrumofdevelopment.com/index.php/sod/article/view/1685
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INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION CHALLENGES FACED BY UZBEK TOURISTS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. (2026). Spectrum of Development, 2(4), 190-191. https://spectrumofdevelopment.com/index.php/sod/article/view/1685
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