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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

#1

Africa Is So Confusing

Africa Is So Confusing

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Auntriarch
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When we moved to Swaziland in the 60s, it was interesting how much of our mail had arrived via Switzerland

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Don't Have A Cashapp

Don't Have A Cashapp

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blixten1982
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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.

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#3

Poor Indians

Poor Indians

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Chihuahua Mama
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not to mention that even if they were actually Native Americans, that doesn't change the fact that poverty on reservations is a problem

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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. 

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#5

When You Try To Roast Europe For Not Being Knowledgeable Enough About Coffee, But Europe Has A Reverse Uno Card Up Its Sleeve

When You Try To Roast Europe For Not Being Knowledgeable Enough About Coffee, But Europe Has A Reverse Uno Card Up Its Sleeve

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Howl's sleeping castle
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ngl coffee terms confuse me. But then I don't drink coffee or tea so I don't need to know them.

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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

Apparently Cleopatra Vii Was African American

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Lucy Covington
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cleopatra was Greek. She was a descendent of Alexander the Greats general, Ptolemy I Soter, who was Macedonian Greek.

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#8

America Is The Reason You Have Cars

America Is The Reason You Have Cars

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#9

Lost Brain Cells Reading This Twitter Thread

Lost Brain Cells Reading This Twitter Thread

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Alewa
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I challenge you to live well in Paris or London with $50k for a year.

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“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. 

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#11

That Awkward Moment When You Can't Tell The Difference Between The Flag Of Mexico And Italy

That Awkward Moment When You Can't Tell The Difference Between The Flag Of Mexico And Italy

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#12

Wait… Spain Is In South America?

Wait… Spain Is In South America?

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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

For Pride Month, My City (Not In Lithuania) Mistakenly Put Up A Bunch Lithuanian Flags

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#15

Says "I'm English" But Doesn't Know What The Right Flag Is For England? Nobody Could Be That Stupid Right?

Says "I'm English" But Doesn't Know What The Right Flag Is For England? Nobody Could Be That Stupid Right?

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Emma S
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh dear! As an English person I wish I could say that this surprises me, but unfortunately Brexit taught me that there are plenty of stupid people in England.

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#16

Well, Of Course You Can. Who Are We To Make Things More Difficult On The Road For You… Jfc

Well, Of Course You Can. Who Are We To Make Things More Difficult On The Road For You… Jfc

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#18

Wait Until This Guy Hears About A Country Called Spain

Wait Until This Guy Hears About A Country Called Spain

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#19

If Only Spain Existed

If Only Spain Existed

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Annik Perrot
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The best English teacher I ever had (without her, I might not be writing in English on this forum) was called Mme Lopez-Pino...

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#20

Europe Sucks

Europe Sucks

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RosenCranzLives
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's why you're all so slim and North Americans are obese. We eat and we really shouldn't.

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Robert T
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Funny as it feels like stepping back in time 30 years when we go to the States. Rampant racism, fire and brimstone religion, lack of universal healthcare, guns, primitive banking, blatant sexism, huge numbers of homeless peope. Need I go on.

Rizzo
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think the brainwash program was a bit too hot. I pity the fool.

censorshipsucks
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No food... meantime the EU is the most pedantic foodie place on earth. I think what they mean is no mass-produced-HFCS-laden-c**p

Lemaire
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Right? I will not respect the tastes of anyone who actually prefers chain restuarants.

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flower petals
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sadly, I don’t think so. There are lots of online posts where Americans ask whether Norwegians have cellphones, or whether Europeans have chain stores or computers, or -and this is my favorite- whether they have *running water* in Europe..😳😳 The level of stupid is unbelievable! The only way I can explain it is that when European history -things that happened centuries ago- was taught in US schools, some idiots thought that that’s how it still is. People unfamiliar with the habit of using their brains don’t appear to ask themselves why that would be the case for Europe: the US now isn’t like it was centuries ago.. I honestly can’t think of any other explanation! 😶‍🌫️🫨🫥

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Upstaged75
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All those poor starving people in Europe because there's literally no food! ;)

JuJu
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh don't worry, we can chain you and leave you tech-less in a tiny space.

Dainty72
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can't imagine what this idiot thinks is great about where they come from??????

MurderAndBooks
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5 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Again, they're completely correct and I'm writing this from my typewriter. Also guess what? My parents saved up enough to buy a proper horse-drawn carriage so we don't have to ride around in a little pony trap anymore woo!

Show Thyself
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There must be a 2nd europe. One with a massively shifted timeline.

ZuriLovesYou
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wait, did you just say no food? That's the dumbest sh*t I've ever heard! 🤣

Apachebathmat
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This smells like an American, just the ones decent Americans are ashamed of!

Regina Holt
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Please know that not all americans are this stupid. I'm guessing this person is american given their thoughts on this matter.

oktopus
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm constantly amused by those Americans who seem to think every country outside the USA is somewhere on a putative "backwards socialist hellhole" scale.

Ken Beattie
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7 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love how it's not even the OP that is making the dumb comment there, it's apparently some random who dropped in. Crop dusting with ignorance lol

Jerome Lenovo
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

no, don't move to europe, we already have enough stupids, just go to another country, like alaska or utah xD or seattle (rofl)

Nitka Tsar
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tell me you never have been to Europe, without telling me you never have been to Europe

Araya Ellis
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So I guess the person saying "Move to Europe" sent that from their scroll

WhatEvenIsLife
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This dude listing all of Europe's "flaws" that are the exact reasons I want to move there.

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#22

Its A Part Of Europe Right

Its A Part Of Europe Right

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#25

Australia And Its Harsh Northern European Climate

Australia And Its Harsh Northern European Climate

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Boy-Ahn
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even if confused with Austria, it still doesn't make sense, since Austria is definitely not a northern European country.

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#26

Apparently Spain Is The Capital Of Mexico

Apparently Spain Is The Capital Of Mexico

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#28

This Map Has Two Australias

This Map Has Two Australias

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#29

How Many People Failed Element School Geography

How Many People Failed Element School Geography

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Panda Boom
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

England... is an island? Why have I seen a few English people say this recently? Sigh.

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#32

Thats Australia

Thats Australia

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Arnold Larkins
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7 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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

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#36

Europe Has Worse Roads Than USA “Europe Is A Kiddy Country”

Europe Has Worse Roads Than USA “Europe Is A Kiddy Country”

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Laura ballam
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you know what a real flex is? proper public transport making the use of cars less necessary.

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#37

Rip Geography

Rip Geography

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ॐBoyGanesh
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7 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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.

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#38

Getting Offended Over The Name Of A Country

Getting Offended Over The Name Of A Country

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#39

Where Is He Taking His History Lessons From?

Where Is He Taking His History Lessons From?

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When Americans Don’t Understand European Date Format On An Imported German Product

When Americans Don’t Understand European Date Format On An Imported German Product

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Arnold Larkins
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7 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For everyone confused, in America its Month/Day/Year, but in nearly every other country in the world its Day/Month/Year. But China and Japan do it Year/Month/Day. If I got anything wrong, tell me

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