This reminds me (fondly) of the Caribbean. GP commenters is missing out that this is usually a culture-wide expectation. If you're 30 minutes late, you mentio

This reminds me (fondly) of the Caribbean. GP commenters is missing out that this is usually a culture-wide expectation. If you're 30 minutes late, you mention the bus, and your boss gives you a knowing smile. Because it happens to him too. Efficient? Less so. More relaxed? God yes.