30 Folks Online Share Things That No Tourist In America Should Under Any Circumstances Do
Not too long ago, we have covered the issue of tourists not really understanding the limits and restrictions of the place they are visiting, i.e. Hawai’i, and then causing a lot of trouble along the way, leading to all of the reasons why Hawai’ians don’t really want visitors any more.
So, why not get ahead of things and nail down some of the actions, behaviors and… things to not do while visiting the U.S., as shared by folks on AskReddit, particularly in this modest thread.
Bored Panda has crafted a curated list with some of the best responses to the now viral question, if visiting America, what is something that [people] should NEVER do?, which you can check out below. And don’t forget to give us those upvotes if you genuinely agree or like the submissions, because we love you, and comment some of your don’ts in the U.S. in the comment section below.
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Don’t talk about how you think a holiday or American custom is stupid if you are invited to someone’s home. We had a guest from Germany once, who was invited to my parents house for Thanksgiving . The whole day she talked about how it wasn’t a real holiday and it was just an excuse for fat Americans to eat more. It was extremely insulting and made the day unpleasant for everyone. If you are invited to someone’s home, at least try to to be polite.
If you find yourself in Florida, absolutely do not swim in the lakes, ditches, or channels. Any standing body of water can (and does) have alligators in it. Also possibly water moccasins. And maybe even diseases.
Do NOT go into the wilderness unprepared. If a trail says 2 miles and 2000' of elevation gain, that's not a nature walk.
Do NOT approach wild Animals. Yea, the moose looks big and stupid, but he'll kill you. So will the bears, mountain lions, alligators, snakes.
Have a cousin lives in anchorage Alaska. He sent me a pic of a moose laying in the yard across the street. I said oh, it's like on northern exposure (a television show on at the time.). He said no. His was a city moose. The moose on NE was a country moose. I asked what's the difference. He said city moose are somewhat used to people around and tend to be not aggressive. The country moose will just flat out kill you.
Don't underestimate the size of the U.S. We get a lot of international visitors who think they can hit Disneyworld and the Grand Canyon in one or two days. America is huge. We've got 50 states for a reason.
Also, don't expect things to be extremely walkable, or assume a decent public transportation system will be available to you. Urban areas usually have good public transport but truthfully, America is built around having a car. We have drive thru everything - banks, pharmacies, fast food, and in some states, liquor stores.
Don't get weirded out if Americans wave and randomly want to chat you up. We're a pretty talkative bunch, but do watch out for hot-button topics (for example, politics...we're a hot mess right now).
Also don't assume that because of where you are people aren't friendly. Us New Yorkers are assumed to be assholes but really we're not all bad.
Underestimate distances. When I was a tour guide, far too many customers asked how many HOURS the train to New York was [in seattle] and I had to put their jaw back in when I said 5 days.
I think Europeans are just unaware of how massive the US as a single country really is. I have a friend in the UK whose mind was blown when he realized that Paris is a hundred miles closer to him in Manchester than I am in northern Arizona to Bakersfield, CA where my kid's best friend lives.
Whether you agree with it or not (and the Redditland consensus is not), but please do not leave a restaurant without tipping (unless you've had really bad service). Again, the debate on this can be had another day, but right now, IRL, these servers depend upon these tips.
Punishing your server will not cause his employer to suddenly begin paying a living wage.
Wear clothing that has any imagery associated with Hells Angels. I was once at the convention centre in San Francisco during the setup of an event, and happened to be wearing a t shirt that had a variation of the “death head” logo on it (I had no idea - it was a cheap t shirt bought in the U.K. that I liked the look of). There was a guy riding round on a fork lift that kept staring at me and talking to his buddies. Eventually he came over and asked if I was associated at all with the Hells Angels. When I said no, he basically told me that if I was spotted outside wearing that t shirt by a member of the gang, I’d be in a whole heap of trouble. He was so insistent that he virtually escorted me back to my hotel to change it. At the time I couldn’t believe it, I was like “mate it’s just a t shirt I bought for 10 quid from TK Maxx” but in hindsight he probably did me a favour.
If pulled over by the cops, do not exit the vehicle unless they ask you to. The cops might sit in their vehicle for a while, & then they will approach the window & expect you to talk to them while sitting in the car.
If locals tell you not to go to a certain part of town, listen to them. Similarly, don't go touring drug or gang territory.
I'm going to restore that car so I can take my children on a great adventure in it. Then I will marry the daughter of the owner of the local candy factory.
Don’t talk about GRAPE
Guns
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Abortion
Politics
Economics
Legoboy514 said:
Raccoons are cute… but from a distance.
seapancaketouchr replied:
I had two f*ckers break into my condo and steal my dogs food. And as they went over the wall of my patio it was like watching a fat middle aged man do an obstacle course.
Don't go to the hospital unless absolutely necessary. The memes don't lie, they'll charge you $2,100 for a s***ty Walgreens splint and an x-ray.
Aw that's how much my broken finger cost in 1999. Nice little clean break, go to hospital, get an xray, get a little $4 splint and a bill for $2100. I was a teen and learned that sometimes, if you think it's broken just wrap it up and don't do anything to worsen it. Hospitals are only for major health issues
Visiting south west USA? Cali. Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, ect. DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE HEAT, all to often people try a hike in 113° and end up needing rescue. And that's no good for anyone.
And don't UNDERESTIMATE it either! Northern Arizona is quite a bit cooler than southern Arizona, but it's just as dry and the sun is just as intense. HYDRATE HYDRATE HYDRATE and either cover up or slather on that sunscreen or you'll end up rounding out your trip with a very expensive hospital bill.
Do not attempt bribe a police officer. It's common in some countries, but it will land you in a world of s**t here.
You can in many South American countries and Mexico. My dad has bribed himself out of many speeding tickets 😁
Don’t assume that the price shown on an item for sale is your price for said item.
There are almost always taxes that are added to the price when you go to pay.
I think I heard that it's illegal to include the tax in the price in some places?
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I don't really care what state taxes what and at what percentage, I just wanna know why the tax can't be added to the displayed price of the item?
They don't WANT to show you the full price because they're embarrased by the amount of sales tax passed by their local government. In some places the state, county, and city all levy their own sales taxes which are added up. This can lead to much higher prices in some areas. For example, let's say I go on a $2500 clothes shopping trip to a local department store. The sales tax in Chicago is 10.25% or $256. But what if I drive to another branch of the store a few miles away in Wisconsin where the sales tax is 5.5%? Same store, same merchandise, $120 cheaper. A company that I buy from has 2 stores in Illinois. Both are the same distance from my home. One is in Chicago, the other one is not. I save hundreds of dollars per year in sales tax. If they posted their prices including taxes some stores would have to close permanently.
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Part of the problem for US is that sales tax is determined by state and local levels. For example, my town has a 6.5% meal tax. One town over has a 7% tax. There is the same chain restaurant in both towns. To save costs, the chain prints 1 set of menus with out tax so they can be used on either town. 2 state over has no meal tax and the chain restaurant can still use the same menu. It's just being cheap.
But you all (defenders of this american tax madness) know that in Europe we too have borders, and we have different taxes in each country, very often in different currency and also with different rates but it all is counted in final price tag easily? Like your store doesn't jump to another city every two hours, it stays in the same zone with the same tax regulations so it is quite easy to just calculate the final price and put it to the damn tag, even if you have to do it for each chain store separately?
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This will be different in every state. For example, New Hampshire has no sales tax. In Massachusetts, where I live, everything has a sales tax except food and clothing. In Washington DC, literally everything has a sales tax. Oh, the percentage you are taxed will also vary.
Still doesn't explain it. Every store displays the price. Just add the tax to it. You'll still print one number, but instead of pretax it will be the end price. It's just trying to make people think it's cheaper. Like the x.99 price.
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Even as Americans, ourselves we learn the hard way when traveling through different states as the exact same bag of chips (crisps for U.K. readers, not chips/fries) from the exact same business may be exactly sticker price in one state yet a few cents more in another.
the total tax amount is set by the state & the local community. Prices for the same item will change from place to place. This drives Europeans crazy. Sorry, but that's just how it is.
Ditto for hotels. The added fees can be considerably higher. Las Vegas, for instance, adds the usual fees, then adds a $51 per-stay surcharge BC the new stadium has to be paid for. Always ask what the estimated final bill will be, otherwise, you may run low on your funds.
On a side note, do price tags usually have lcd displays such as these?! I’m mind blown!
They do in many of the shops I go in - easier to update prices as it's all computerised which is why the 'there are lots of different taxes and it can't be known until the checkout' confuses everyone from other countries who have lots of different tax rates for various different products!
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In Ireland the taxes are included in the price...why is America so awkward
Then how do people on a budget plan ahead, if the entire price isn't shown??
I always plan to spend about 10% more than the marked prices. Always bring a few extra dollars. And if worse comes to worst, I have no shame in asking the cashier to remove a few items before I pay. Our tax system is awkward and ridiculous though.
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I mentally add about 10% to the price of every thing. There are different rates for alcohol etc.
Also, just because you pay 6% sales tax one place, don't assume it's going to be 6% everywhere. It can be 15% just down the road. Not only do different states have different rates, but different counties may have additional tax charges and so do some cities and certain store types have tax surcharges. You pretty much have no idea what you're going to pay until it's rung up.
And this depends on where you are. Some states have grocery tax, some have none, some have only certain grocery items that are taxed, and tax on goods goes the same.
me, inevitably when buying something already a little pricey online: 🔥TAXES AND FEES 🔥
*#%#%AMMIT this gets me EVERYTIME i go home to visit the US. I keep forgetting as I haven't lived there in 5 years and wonder why the bill is so much higher when I leave OHHH MF#&) (# RIGHT I totally forgot the tax. We have tax here too but it's just added right away to the price!!! why isn't that done in the US I have no idea!
Can someone explain to me why the prices are shown exclusive of taxes? What is the idea behind that kind of pricetags?
That goes for any state. Tax is not included in the price, and tax varies from state to state.
And don't forget that tax rates vary. A LOT. As does what is taxed or not taxed.
One grocery store chain advertises a price for an item and shows that advertised price on the item on the shelf. When you get to the checkout they add 10% BEFORE adding the taxes. I hate that store
That will also change from state to state. Washington does not charge tax on food items unless they are ready to eat hot or prepared items. North Carolina charges tax on food. But sales tax in NC is at 7.2% for non food items..2% for food. While Washington state has a flat tax of 6.5% with additional sales tax added by the counties and/or cities. So what you pay in tax in one city will not be the same as another city.
I usually look at the price and mentally add another dollar to it for how much I'll actually pay. Usually works but I live in a very suburban part of Washington, so it could be different...I know taxes on things vary depending on the state you're in.
There was a time in(at least) the town I grew up in that tried selling groceries with tax added and housewives in that whole country list their minds!
Depends where you are. In most Colo counties food is taxed.
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If you’re in a New York City subway, try not to make too much eye contact or look too long at people around you. Old guy lighting up a crack pipe near the door between cars? Just ignore the smell. Woman near you screaming at the top of her lungs at her silent child? Keep listening to your music. Someone digging through their bag, muttering to themselves, and throwing rose petals on the floor like they’re preparing for a seance? Just keep staring blankly at your phone. Trust me.
This is the kind of post that reminds me why I want to leave society.
Give retail employees a hard time about paying sales tax. We know you don't live here—the register and the government don't care.
Don't think the laws are the same everywhere. You can walk with an open alcohol container in Vegas but not many other places. Alcohol laws, pot laws, firearms laws, smoking - lots of very different laws depending on the state and city where you are.
Always check first! And don't just ask a local... they might think they know but could be wrong. Google it and search that state's (and sometimes local) laws.
Don’t forget to put eggs and milk in the fridge. We do stuff to them that makes them require refrigeration.
Edited; it’s not homogenization. Just know that the way we process them makes them, much like Americans, spoiled without Air conditioning.
541mya said:
Don't take pictures with the people dressed up in costumes in LA/ NYC.
nsci2ece replied:
They'll immediately expect payment for it.
This only applies to photos where you pose directly with them. Taking photos of them from a distance is fine.
Also Vegas! I made a ton of money and I was on vacation. People just took pictures with me in my costume (nun outside but fishnets and leather & fishnet gloves, spiky heels) and was just passing me money I didn't know what was going on. Then realized that that was people's actual jobs!
If you are coming to the Midwest or northeast during winter be prepared and don’t think sunshine means warm weather. It can be deceptively cold. :)
Objective-Dingo6603 said:
Do not take anything from national parks.
floorwantshugs replied:
Take nothing but photos, leave nothing but footprints*.
*on the designated trails. Do not under any circumstances step on the cryptobiotic soil.
Themasterofcomedy209 replied:
Unless you want to become another missing 411 case where people speculate if you were abducted by Bigfoot.
Staying on the designated path isn't just to protect the environment. It's also for your own safety. Our national parks still have plenty of apex predators like bears and mountain lions.
Do not take pictures of the Amish. It's really rude to them.
Ok but like literally, just don't take pictures of people without permission. Not just people with specific religious views, but literally any strangers. Just because yes it is fully legal to take photos of people in public, it doesn't mean it isn't creepy, weird, and/or rude.
macaronsforeveryone said:
Don’t cut in line. We hate that.
EnchantedPancake replied:
About a year ago I had a dumb [woman] drive in front of me at the Starbucks drive thru. I was so happy she did too. As soon as it was her turn to order, I layed into my horn for as long as it took for her to become frustrated and leave because her order could not be heard LMAO. No one deserves to get walked on like that.
When visiting tourist places, if there are signs instructing you to “stay on the path” or “please do **not** touch” or “**no** flash photography” or a guide at the place asks you to please refrain from doing something….
DO AS THEY (or the sign) ASK! It’s no different than when the tourism is in reverse.
If you're driving through a neighbourhood where people have their shirts off, do not stop for anyone. You have reached the bad part of town and want to leave it as soon as possible.
Maybe not true for all places but in the land of limitless guns and crazy people it's not a bad rule of thumb.
probably right - move like you know where you are going and keep your chin up. literally.
If you're visiting Las Vegas, do *not* engage with anyone that asks if you'll be in town tomorrow night. They're trying to rope you into a timeshare presentation and even though they'll offer free show tickets, meal vouchers, and even cash, it's not worth it! The tour and "short" presentation will be way longer (and obnoxiously higher pressure) than you'd expect and they know damn well after you've invested a few hours you're not going to leave without the promised reward that they only give you at the very end.
These people are most often found at the entrances to malls or casinos at what can be easily mistaken for information booths. Either just say "no" no matter how long you're actually still going to be there or flat-out ignore them.
Also don't accept the cards being handed out by people in brightly colored shirts on the strip unless you want a promo for strippers.
The rewards the timeshare guys promise always turn out to be cheap garbage also
[Do not] haggle. There are times it’s appropriate to haggle in the US, but none of them are going to come up on your tourist trip. In the US, haggling is basically reserved for high-ticket items and certain services. You can’t haggle for things in a store or at a restaurant. The people you’re talking to usually don’t have the power to change the price, and if they do, they still won’t want to. The exceptions would be of the thing in the store is damaged (and they might not reduce the price, they might just take the broken one from you and find you a decent one), or if the person you’re dealing with is a criminal (ex; the guys who sell stolen purses, fake sunglasses, and bootleg DVDs in the street in some cities). Goods in stores or at kiosks have a set price based on pretty specific metrics, and everyone pays the same. No one’s going to cry or try and convince you if you walk away.
Haggling is ok if you're at a flea market, lawn sale, or something like that. It's expected. Regular stores... no.
Don’t get in someone’s personal space. Stand at *least* 3 feet and preferably 6+ feet away from everyone. It is very uncomfortable for Americans when you stand too close and it can even be threatening. Plenty of countries are the same way but specifically Americans.
Leave your car with your purse sitting on the front seat. Thieves will smash the window and steal it.
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I feel like we as an American culture tend to be more tolerant to those that are only visiting here than we are to our own citizens. That being said don't be a jerk, research the laws on the individual states you will be visiting, and be sure to wear your seat belt and you'll be fine. Most of us are actually very kind and don't mind helping lost visitors find their way and will even smile at you while we do it (I do all the time I guess I look approachable to foreigners)
As with every country I’ve visited it’s easy to be liked in the U.S. if you are polite, thoughtful and think ahead. I’ve been lost one way or another in pretty much every country I’ve visited (I kinda enjoy wandering and being temporarily misplaced doesn’t bother me) and I’ve always found that polite requests are met with smiles and help, on one occasion in NJ I ended up in an awesome bar with a great bunch of people. I’ve been pulled over by the Police, followed the rules and I spent more time talking about where I’m from in England than explaining why my sorry a*s was sat at a green light. BP is a bit harsh on the U.S., you have a beautiful country and friendly folk. So much to like!
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Many of these rules seem like they’d be applicable anywhere. I understand the ones about tipping and storage of milk/eggs, but many just fall under the “Be a decent human being”. Also, I would think one shouldn’t approach the wildlife no matter where you are.
Yeah but in some countries wildlife is pretty tame compared to say ,warmer climates like Australia.
Load More Replies... This isn't as necessary anymore. We are not interested in a gun crazy nation that overturns human rights and let's KKK become cops. It's not hyperbole, many of my colleagues and one friend have canceled their trips to U.S. destinations. It's just become too intolerable, we're good.
Hell a fair number of us want to leave as it is, but due to income issues can't.
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Just take your trash with you. And no one cares if you were there so don't write your name places. Take only pictures and leave only memories.
I just wanted to tell you your username is great :-)
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Wear plenty of sunscreen if you come here in the summer. When I was in college, I worked at a theme park that got a lot of international visitors, and I saw so many lobster-red Europeans who weren't used to that much sun.
the author left out the dangers of ROAD-RAGE. Do not curse, flip off, yell at, or challenge someone for their rude, inconsiderate, or even dangerous driving habits. A certain percentage of the time, this justifies vigilante action with firearms so to teach you proper manners. Where I live in Houston, there are at least two road-rage killings every month. Do not even drive fast and aggressively. This justifies a bout of road-rage with some people. So beware. Drive gently & practice the ethic of forgiveness. Just smile and politely wave if some idiot is after you. That will be enough satisfaction for all but the insane.
Don't assume because we're Americans we don't speak foreign languages. I was working in a SoCal restaurant in the 70's, couple from France came in & started talking garbage about how stupid Americans were. Having taken French for four years I bit my tongue until their order came up, "accidentally" knocked the guys beverage into his lap apologizing in perfect French that not only are we stupid we're extremely uncoordinated...No tip for me...C'est la vie...😈
I would add try not to be put off by the friendliness. We are happy to meet you and many will do anything to help you and make your trip pleasant. Traveling outside of North America is expensive and we are generally curious about you and your culture and welcoming.
I feel like this should be on the list; DON'T WEAR EXPOSED BANDANAS. Certain colors, like black, white, red, and blue will literally get you jumped no questions asked. I like in a small innocent non-affiliated suburban town, but when family comes to visit, and that family is in hells angels or a Crip, THEY WILL straight up HATE CRIME YOU. My mom knows a guy who ok got beat up for having a red bandana in his back pocket.
A lot of these are also appropriate for Canada except in Canada don't refer to them as American they prefer to be calling Canadian
Why would you visit a school if you aren't visiting one of your children?
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Do NOT A*S-U-ME because we're American we don't speak foreign languages. Was a SoCal waitress in the 70's, French couple came in talking garbage about how stupid Americans were etc...I bit my tongue having taken four years of French, waited til their order came "accidentally" knocked the guys soda in his lap while apologizing in perfect French that not only are we stupid...we're REALLY Uncoordinated. 😈 C'est la vie...
Oh and last but not least, if you decide to move to this great place - don't try and make it like what ever country you came from. We have had our limit already.
1. DO NOT GO ON SCHOOL PROPERTY. EVER. FOR ANY REASON. Yes, yellow school buses are a real thing. DO NOT GO ON SCHOOL PROPERTY TO TAKE PICTURES OF THEM. A Dutch couple on vacation in rural New York State saw the busses parked at my kid's school and waltzed up to take pictures. They got to spend the rest of the day in the Sheriff's office answering lots of questions about their intent. 2. The laws in one state are not binding in another and my be totally different! Just cuz it's legal (or illegal) in NYS does not mean you can or can't do it in Pennsylvania, or Vermont, or Ohio, or Connecticut or Massachusetts or any other state for that matter. 3. Most americans do not own guns. They are mostly owned by a smaller population that owns MANY guns. 4. We do not use the Metric System. Deal with it. A mile is 1600 meters. The speedometers are graduated in both miles per hour and kilometers per hour. Need to estimate a distance? Look at the speedometer or use your calculator on your phone.
No. By all means, you should visit. There's loads to see and do here. It's a more accurate summation to say, "Don't assume that the rules, laws, and customs of your country are universal." Which is good advice for a tourist in literally every country.
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Yeah I'd love to visit florida ,texas and georgia..the home cooking looks amazing there..that being said nothing else appeals.
This bias a*s article shows you how white racist pieces of s**t think. Some of this is ok but most of the view of a piece of s**t who doesn't understand anything but his own bias
this is an entertainment blog. If you are not happy here, please find some other place to amuse yourself. There are three billion websites online. Surely one of them will be what you are looking for. And please stop playing the race card about everything.
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Yeah, my determination to never visit the country has not been swayed by this article.
Don't mess with Texas. We have a speed row for the death penalty. We also have lots of prisons. Enjoy your stay
I once had an idea of visiting my dad's uncle in Chicago... But the more i know about America the less i want to end up there...
I’ll put it plainly: don’t. Don’t visit the US. It’s pretty shitty here. We have no culture to immerse yourself in, and any semblance of it is trite, or stolen and poorly imitated. The natural beauty you can find elsewhere in much more civilized countries, and for much less hassle. Plus, while most any worthwhile travel is costly, it is extremely overpriced here, as is most anything else.
I feel like we as an American culture tend to be more tolerant to those that are only visiting here than we are to our own citizens. That being said don't be a jerk, research the laws on the individual states you will be visiting, and be sure to wear your seat belt and you'll be fine. Most of us are actually very kind and don't mind helping lost visitors find their way and will even smile at you while we do it (I do all the time I guess I look approachable to foreigners)
As with every country I’ve visited it’s easy to be liked in the U.S. if you are polite, thoughtful and think ahead. I’ve been lost one way or another in pretty much every country I’ve visited (I kinda enjoy wandering and being temporarily misplaced doesn’t bother me) and I’ve always found that polite requests are met with smiles and help, on one occasion in NJ I ended up in an awesome bar with a great bunch of people. I’ve been pulled over by the Police, followed the rules and I spent more time talking about where I’m from in England than explaining why my sorry a*s was sat at a green light. BP is a bit harsh on the U.S., you have a beautiful country and friendly folk. So much to like!
Load More Replies... Many of these rules seem like they’d be applicable anywhere. I understand the ones about tipping and storage of milk/eggs, but many just fall under the “Be a decent human being”. Also, I would think one shouldn’t approach the wildlife no matter where you are.
Yeah but in some countries wildlife is pretty tame compared to say ,warmer climates like Australia.
Load More Replies... This isn't as necessary anymore. We are not interested in a gun crazy nation that overturns human rights and let's KKK become cops. It's not hyperbole, many of my colleagues and one friend have canceled their trips to U.S. destinations. It's just become too intolerable, we're good.
Hell a fair number of us want to leave as it is, but due to income issues can't.
Load More Replies... Just take your trash with you. And no one cares if you were there so don't write your name places. Take only pictures and leave only memories.
I just wanted to tell you your username is great :-)
Load More Replies... Wear plenty of sunscreen if you come here in the summer. When I was in college, I worked at a theme park that got a lot of international visitors, and I saw so many lobster-red Europeans who weren't used to that much sun.
the author left out the dangers of ROAD-RAGE. Do not curse, flip off, yell at, or challenge someone for their rude, inconsiderate, or even dangerous driving habits. A certain percentage of the time, this justifies vigilante action with firearms so to teach you proper manners. Where I live in Houston, there are at least two road-rage killings every month. Do not even drive fast and aggressively. This justifies a bout of road-rage with some people. So beware. Drive gently & practice the ethic of forgiveness. Just smile and politely wave if some idiot is after you. That will be enough satisfaction for all but the insane.
Don't assume because we're Americans we don't speak foreign languages. I was working in a SoCal restaurant in the 70's, couple from France came in & started talking garbage about how stupid Americans were. Having taken French for four years I bit my tongue until their order came up, "accidentally" knocked the guys beverage into his lap apologizing in perfect French that not only are we stupid we're extremely uncoordinated...No tip for me...C'est la vie...😈
I would add try not to be put off by the friendliness. We are happy to meet you and many will do anything to help you and make your trip pleasant. Traveling outside of North America is expensive and we are generally curious about you and your culture and welcoming.
I feel like this should be on the list; DON'T WEAR EXPOSED BANDANAS. Certain colors, like black, white, red, and blue will literally get you jumped no questions asked. I like in a small innocent non-affiliated suburban town, but when family comes to visit, and that family is in hells angels or a Crip, THEY WILL straight up HATE CRIME YOU. My mom knows a guy who ok got beat up for having a red bandana in his back pocket.
A lot of these are also appropriate for Canada except in Canada don't refer to them as American they prefer to be calling Canadian
Why would you visit a school if you aren't visiting one of your children?
Load More Replies... Do NOT A*S-U-ME because we're American we don't speak foreign languages. Was a SoCal waitress in the 70's, French couple came in talking garbage about how stupid Americans were etc...I bit my tongue having taken four years of French, waited til their order came "accidentally" knocked the guys soda in his lap while apologizing in perfect French that not only are we stupid...we're REALLY Uncoordinated. 😈 C'est la vie...
Oh and last but not least, if you decide to move to this great place - don't try and make it like what ever country you came from. We have had our limit already.
1. DO NOT GO ON SCHOOL PROPERTY. EVER. FOR ANY REASON. Yes, yellow school buses are a real thing. DO NOT GO ON SCHOOL PROPERTY TO TAKE PICTURES OF THEM. A Dutch couple on vacation in rural New York State saw the busses parked at my kid's school and waltzed up to take pictures. They got to spend the rest of the day in the Sheriff's office answering lots of questions about their intent. 2. The laws in one state are not binding in another and my be totally different! Just cuz it's legal (or illegal) in NYS does not mean you can or can't do it in Pennsylvania, or Vermont, or Ohio, or Connecticut or Massachusetts or any other state for that matter. 3. Most americans do not own guns. They are mostly owned by a smaller population that owns MANY guns. 4. We do not use the Metric System. Deal with it. A mile is 1600 meters. The speedometers are graduated in both miles per hour and kilometers per hour. Need to estimate a distance? Look at the speedometer or use your calculator on your phone.
No. By all means, you should visit. There's loads to see and do here. It's a more accurate summation to say, "Don't assume that the rules, laws, and customs of your country are universal." Which is good advice for a tourist in literally every country.
Load More Replies... Yeah I'd love to visit florida ,texas and georgia..the home cooking looks amazing there..that being said nothing else appeals.
This bias a*s article shows you how white racist pieces of s**t think. Some of this is ok but most of the view of a piece of s**t who doesn't understand anything but his own bias
this is an entertainment blog. If you are not happy here, please find some other place to amuse yourself. There are three billion websites online. Surely one of them will be what you are looking for. And please stop playing the race card about everything.
Load More Replies... Yeah, my determination to never visit the country has not been swayed by this article.
Don't mess with Texas. We have a speed row for the death penalty. We also have lots of prisons. Enjoy your stay
I once had an idea of visiting my dad's uncle in Chicago... But the more i know about America the less i want to end up there...
I’ll put it plainly: don’t. Don’t visit the US. It’s pretty shitty here. We have no culture to immerse yourself in, and any semblance of it is trite, or stolen and poorly imitated. The natural beauty you can find elsewhere in much more civilized countries, and for much less hassle. Plus, while most any worthwhile travel is costly, it is extremely overpriced here, as is most anything else.
