Body language is essential when approaching strangers, especially, if you’re standing next to a busy road waiting for a ride. Signs and gestures vary from culture to culture, so even when hitchhiking, one can never be completely sure about what the driver is trying to communicate. If you have ever thought about catching a lift from a stranger in Europe or have already done so yet still have doubts on some of the things you’ve seen while on the lookout, then here’s your ultimate guide to understanding drivers and the hidden messages behind their gestures (and my thoughts on them)!