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40 Times Individuals Demonstrated A Stunning Lack Of Knowledge In Geography
Interview With Expert
We’ve gathered some of the worst examples of folks being deeply ignorant about other counties and still posting their thoughts online. From lacking even the simplest idea of geography to having nonsensical ideas about other places, some people should perhaps open up a map at least once.
We also got in touch with travel writer and adventure Vicky from vickyflipfloptravels.com and she was kind enough to answer some of our questions about travel as a way to expand your mind. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote the worst examples and be sure to share your own experiences in the comments below.
More info: Vickyflipfloptravels.com
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#1
Africa Is So Confusing
Auntriarch 8 months ago
When we moved to Swaziland in the 60s, it was interesting how much of our mail had arrived via Switzerland
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#2
Don't Have A Cashapp
blixten1982 8 months ago
I (a Canadian) was just in the States and they still take your credit card from your table at the restaurant!! We've had the chip and tap here for a long time, and there's machines that they bring right to the table to make payments. Americans are so far behind on payment technology. We also don't have the penny in Canada either, and every time I'm in the USA I remember how much the penny sucks.
#3
Poor Indians
Chihuahua Mama 8 months ago
Not to mention that even if they were actually Native Americans, that doesn't change the fact that poverty on reservations is a problem
Bored Panda got in touch with travel writer and adventure Vicky from vickyflipfloptravels.com to learn more about travel, a fantastic way to avoid making a fool of yourself online, and she was kind enough to share some of her thoughts. First and foremost, we wanted to know what she would have told her younger self, if she could.
“Get yourself to South America! Pick somewhere to stay for a few months and settle in a bit to explore deeper,” she shared. Interestingly, she may have picked up on the region's growing popularity with digital nomads, who are flocking to the continent.
#4
Europe Is A Continent
#5
When You Try To Roast Europe For Not Being Knowledgeable Enough About Coffee, But Europe Has A Reverse Uno Card Up Its Sleeve
Howl's sleeping castle 8 months ago
Ngl coffee terms confuse me. But then I don't drink coffee or tea so I don't need to know them.
#6
Hint Hint
Of course, traveling is easier said than done, with any degree of comfort costing money. So we wanted to know her opinion on paying for convenience versus trying to make your money go as far as possible. “Whatever works for you! I spent years backpacking on a shoestring, staying in hostels, and always choosing the cheapest option.”
#7
Apparently Cleopatra Vii Was African American
Lucy Covington 8 months ago
Cleopatra was Greek. She was a descendent of Alexander the Greats general, Ptolemy I Soter, who was Macedonian Greek.
#8
America Is The Reason You Have Cars
#9
Lost Brain Cells Reading This Twitter Thread
“Now that I'm a bit older I'm happy to pay for comfort and will splash out on experiences rather than just watching others do them, or looking for the cheap things to do in a destination. Both are perfectly valid ways to travel!” she shared with Bored Panda. The important thing is to make sure you don’t end up wasting your time on unearned hype, expensive or not.
#10
It's Spelled Australia*
#11
That Awkward Moment When You Can't Tell The Difference Between The Flag Of Mexico And Italy
#12
Wait… Spain Is In South America?
Lastly, if you are afraid of ending up like some of these folks and want to travel, we asked Vicky to share some tips. “Learn a few local words, look for the best places to visit, and seek out some unique experiences too. Research bloggers who've been there and done that, and see if they have useful tried and tested advice that will make your trip go smoother.”
#13
For Pride Month, My City (Not In Lithuania) Mistakenly Put Up A Bunch Lithuanian Flags
#14
India Is Not A Location
#15
Says "I'm English" But Doesn't Know What The Right Flag Is For England? Nobody Could Be That Stupid Right?
#16
Well, Of Course You Can. Who Are We To Make Things More Difficult On The Road For You… Jfc
#17
South Africa, Duh
#18
Wait Until This Guy Hears About A Country Called Spain
#19
If Only Spain Existed
Annik Perrot 8 months ago
The best English teacher I ever had (without her, I might not be writing in English on this forum) was called Mme Lopez-Pino...
#20
Europe Sucks
Arnold Larkins 8 months ago
Germany being known for its car production line: Are we a joke to you?
#21
You Can't Be Serious
#22
Its A Part Of Europe Right
#23
My Favorite Country Is Africa
#24
Goddamn Europeans Living In Europe
#25
Australia And Its Harsh Northern European Climate
#26
Apparently Spain Is The Capital Of Mexico
#27
I Don't Think That's Italy
#28
This Map Has Two Australias
#29
How Many People Failed Element School Geography
Panda Boom 8 months ago
England... is an island? Why have I seen a few English people say this recently? Sigh.
#30
Is Not Good With His Geography
#31
I Guess Spain Is No Longer European?
#32
Thats Australia
Arnold Larkins 8 months ago (edited)
For the peope who don't know, the reason why they know its Australia is becouse of the building in the distance. Its the Sydney Oprea House
#33
"Canada Is Not In North America"
#34
Buts It’s Obviously Europe
#35
France In English
#36
Europe Has Worse Roads Than USA “Europe Is A Kiddy Country”
Laura ballam 8 months ago
you know what a real flex is? proper public transport making the use of cars less necessary.
#37
Rip Geography
ॐBoyGanesh 8 months ago (edited)
To be fair, there is a sovereignty movement here and HI is recognized as being illegally occupied by the US, by more than a few nations. So, ideologically (historically; technically?) OP is correct.
#38
Getting Offended Over The Name Of A Country
#39
Where Is He Taking His History Lessons From?
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Partime lobster🦞 8 months ago
Something I have also seen alot of online is people not thinking that Georgia is a country and that it’s only a state
Tempest 8 months ago
Georgia, South Africa, Austria, and Spain are crying in unison.
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neytjie 8 months ago
People are so ignorant about Africa and South Africa. Someone once asked me how I was online since he thought we didn't have internet in SA. How do you have internet but no houses he stupidly asked
Laugh or not 8 months ago
Don't you live in a mudhouse and run from lions when you go to school? (Heavy sarcasm, in case it wasn't clear.)
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ADZ 8 months ago
I think it was George Calin: "Think of the dumbest person you know, now understand 50% are dumber than that".
Load More Replies... Partime lobster🦞 8 months ago
Something I have also seen alot of online is people not thinking that Georgia is a country and that it’s only a state
Tempest 8 months ago
Georgia, South Africa, Austria, and Spain are crying in unison.
Load More Replies... neytjie 8 months ago
People are so ignorant about Africa and South Africa. Someone once asked me how I was online since he thought we didn't have internet in SA. How do you have internet but no houses he stupidly asked
Laugh or not 8 months ago
Don't you live in a mudhouse and run from lions when you go to school? (Heavy sarcasm, in case it wasn't clear.)
Load More Replies... ADZ 8 months ago
I think it was George Calin: "Think of the dumbest person you know, now understand 50% are dumber than that".
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