San Diego Dress Code

San Diego has a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere and the dress code is very casual. Few restaurants require a jacket and tie to be worn. Business dress is more formal with both men and women usually wearing suits.

Greeting Someone in San Diego

As in the rest of the United States, shaking hands is the usual form of greeting. People generally address one another by first names, but occasionally at business meetings a person's title and surname are used.

San Diego Business Hours and Banking

As with all major cities, San Diego's business hours vary from one industry and sector to another but in general, most office environments operate between 09.00 and 17.30, Monday to Friday. The majority of banks are open between 09.00 and 15.00, Monday to Friday with some staying open to 17.30 or 18.00 one day a week. Some of the larger banks will probably also be open on Saturday mornings.

San Diego Smoking

An issue that is traditionally one of great controversy in the United States, smokers are warned to be very careful when choosing a place to light up as most public places have banned smoking altogether. The best advice is to smoke only in like-minded company.