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Americans need to stop trying to bring their guns into Canada.

Just stop it.

Bigpoppacheese14 Report

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Beth H 1 year ago

So America is like the psycho downstairs neighbor!

71points

fearthe0cean , Samuel Regan-Asante Report

Bored Panda got in touch with Jon Miksis from the Global Viewpoint Travel Blog to get some insight on travel from an expert. Firstly, we wanted to know what tips he would give a younger self. “If I could give my younger self one piece of advice about travel, it would be this: Be open to all types of experiences: good and bad.”

“Embrace the beautiful moments, the breathtaking landscapes, and the joy of new friendships. But also be prepared for the challenges: the unexpected delays, the misunderstandings, and even the disappointments. Both the highs and the lows are part of the journey, and they shape your understanding of the world and yourself. Traveling isn't always perfect, but that's what makes it real and enriching.”

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) UK here. Always queue. Even if there isn’t a queue, just look around politely and ask whoever’s around if they’re queueing. I know this reads like a joke but it really isn’t. There’s always a queue, and tourists always ignore it, and that’s usually why tourists get a bad rap in the UK.

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XenoMurph 1 year ago

If you are in a city or town in the UK and there is no queue, it's your responsibility to start one.

143points

spastikatenpraedikat , Nils Lindner Report

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) If you are in Berlin and come across a monument, art installation or similar, treat it with respect. There is a 2/3 chance that it is some kind of world war 2/ holocaust/ german separation memorial. You would not believe the number of tourists that climb or even picnic on the concrete coffins of the memorial of m******d jews in Europe

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204points

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PlatinumThe8-BitCat 1 year ago

Murdered? Is the word murdered? Seriously BP!?

153points

I'm a foreigner living in China. I feel pretty grateful to live here.

The thing is, especially for teachers, foreigners are treated REALLY well, revered, even.

So, perhaps it might be easy for a person to start thinking others are fortunate to be around them, who knows...

Either way, I've met enough foreigners who do nothing but talk down about Chinese people, s**t talk their country, make fun of them, or just talk about how disgusted they are by them.

If you come here, remember, it's not your country, things can be pretty different here. They're not as mindful of how their own actions are perceived by others in public. On the same account, they're also not judgemental of how YOU act in public, they're very "live and let live" towards others.

Basically, don't come to China and be a huge d**k towards people who will, by default, be nothing but overly nice to you. They're not nice because they're weak, stupid, or lesser than you, they're extremely nice because they feel fortunate to meet and engage with you.

It should go without saying but, if you have the chance to spend time with someone who is that happy just to know you, perhaps you could also try to feel grateful to have that kind of person in your life.

caidicus Report

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201points

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General Anaesthesia 1 year ago

So the need to feel superior to others is nurture, not nature.

21points

We were also curious to learn more about time and convenience and what were his thoughts on paying more over “roughing it.” “When I first started traveling, I'd cut costs in any way I could - even if it meant sacrificing precious time. However, today, my priorities are different. I'm almost always willing to pay a premium if it means that I get my time back.”

“Here's why: Time is something you can't get back. Once it's gone, it's gone forever. Money, on the other hand, can be earned again. When you choose to pay more for a direct flight, a comfortable hotel, or a guided tour, you're not just spending money; you're buying time. You're choosing to spend less time in airports, in lines, or figuring things out on your own. You're giving yourself more time to enjoy your destination, explore, relax, and create memories.”

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) i'm from the czech republic originally, and something every tourist should be aware of is privacy. if you're some american influencer, DON'T GO TO CZECH REPUBLIC. you will get arrested if you push yourself into other people's lives. us czechs are not tolerant of that kind of behavior.

yapper5013 , Blue Bird Report

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192points

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JM 1 year ago (edited)

Yes! I am chagrined to acknowledge that I am part of an (American) culture that is generally so brazenly ignorant that we will stumble - bumble all over other peoples’ cultural norms with barely a fare-thee-well. (edit for grammar)

40points

hartywhalers , Goutham Ganesh Sivanandam Report

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Do not touch the bison. I don’t care that they’re herbivores and look fluffy. They are incredibly strong and will k**l you if they’re in a bad mood

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186points

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MargyB 1 year ago

Hippos are herbivores and kill more people than carnivores in Africa. Just don't touch animals. Lady here in Tassie having terrible trouble after trying to help a platypus and she got stung

73points

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Not a “country “ exactly but we may as well be, while in Louisiana remember a SWAMP IS NOT A LAKE. The sheer amount of tourist and northerners I see trying to swim in a swamp filled with swamp dragons is mind blowing. People have died, a Chinese tourist had her arm ripped off and another guy lost his dog throwing a ball into the water. We also have bull sharks

MolagMoProblems , Jessica Tan Report

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178points

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JM 1 year ago

“swamp dragons”…‘nough said.

94points

“For me, this choice reflects a deeper understanding of what's truly important in life. It's not about having the most money, but about having meaningful experiences and making the most of the time you have. By paying a premium for travel, you're investing in yourself and your happiness. You're recognizing that the best things in life aren't things at all, but the moments and experiences that enrich your life,” Jon shared with Bored Panda.

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Italy. The amount of morons (mostly tourists) climbing, scratching and desecrating monuments is stupidly high. Do these people really think it makes them cool to scratch their idiot name on someone else's millenary heritage? Beside being barbaric and ignorant, Italian taxpayers pay millions each year for monument restoration. I am a meek man, but any time one is caught in the act, I would instantly shoot them in the face with a rifle.

ImmediateLaw5051 , esrageziyor Report

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178points

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JM 1 year ago

Yowza, OP clearly incensed and perhaps rightly so. Statues and monuments are meant to last millennia - my guess is that defacers unconsciously cannot bear their own fleeting insignificance and so strive for immortality by attempting to hitchhike on the statues.

37points

#10

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) If you are hiking through the austrian mountains with a dog, put it on a leash. The cows will hurt you if they feel threatened. In General don't disturb the cows and keep away from them.

annadaso , Tim Depickere Report

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176points

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Zedrapazia 1 year ago

Same for Switzerland. PLEASE don't hike through the fields with cows on. Yes, occasionally there are gates in public hike ways that would allow you to do so, and it might be the faster route, but still, don't do it. Cows can be aggressive, especially if they have calves or if you behave inappropriately around them.

61points

#11

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Don't touch the King's guard.

EmperorOfNipples , Samuel Wölfl Report

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JM 1 year ago

amen. these folks are working. I can’t imagine you would like be heckled/touched/teased on your job. these folks are military guards who deserve our respect.

98points

Similar to the suggestions in this article, we wanted to hear his thoughts on how best to prepare oneself. “While there are many things travelers should do when preparing for a trip, I believe these two will have a maximum impact: understanding the local culture and planning a flexible itinerary.”

“Firstly, take the time to research and understand the local culture, customs, and etiquette. This goes beyond merely knowing what to wear or how to greet people...it's about immersing yourself in the mindset of the people. By grasping the nuances of how people interact, what they value, and even what might be considered offensive, you can engage more authentically with locals.”

#12

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Order an ‘Irish Car Bomb’ shot. Doesn’t exist here, and the name has roots in The Troubles, a dark time in our history that people north and south of the border who are still alive lost people to.

TheIrishninjas , A. Strakey Report

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JM 1 year ago

Amen. Thank you for the education. No one needs to bring up The Troubles.

76points

#13

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) I live in Barbados. Don't wear camouflage. It's illegal unless you're a part of the Defense Force.

durants , Amine M'siouri Report

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JM 1 year ago

Please respect the customs of the folks in the country one is visiting.

40points

#14

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) If you come across Canada, don't ever dare touching our geese, thanks.

ClickWorthy69420 , Pixabay Report

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170points

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JM 1 year ago

…or this is the face you will see right before you are smacked in the face by a bill.

64points

nightlightened , Karl Fredrickson Report

“This enriches the overall travel experience, turning a mere visit into a profound exploration of a new way of life. This is the difference between a traveler and a tourist. Secondly, creating a flexible itinerary strikes a balance between planning and spontaneity. While it's important to know the must-see attractions and how to get there, leaving room for unexpected discoveries can lead to the most memorable experiences.”

“A rigid schedule might get you to all the tourist spots, but it's the unplanned moments—like stumbling into a local festival or a hidden café—that often become the highlights of a trip. Over the years, it's the serendipitous moments that I remember the most.” You can find more of Jon’s writing on the Global Viewpoint Travel blog, as well as his Instagram.

#15

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) If you're not a strong swimmer, please don't wade out into our ocean expecting that you'll be okay. If you want to swim at our beaches, stay between the flags where there are lifeguards on duty.

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161points

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JoNo 1 year ago

Funny how the two Australian entries so far don't have a title saying as much, but everyone knows what country it is!

62points

thethreekittycats , Daniele Nabissi Report

#16

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Don't go for a drive in the outback without making sure you're properly prepared if you get stuck. There's a reason you see so many abandoned cars on the highways out there.

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155points

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Colin Matthews 1 year ago

Yup I drive in Rural Australia a lot. Fill up

30points

Material_Ambition_95 , Mediocre Studio Report

#17

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) When visiting Denmark, don't sit next to people on public transport, unless there are no other seats available. And don't speak to strangers on said public transport also. Danes are incredible sensitive about their personal space and privacy. Also, not big on small talk.

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154points

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ZGutr 1 year ago

Just Danes? That's the nordics for you.

57points

#18

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) I am in the US and apparently it is common in other countries when a cop pulls you over, to take your papers out of the glove box yourself and walk it up to them.

Do not do this. It is a great way to get shot or tazed.

Due to the gun culture here, the cop has no way of knowing if you are or are not armed. Getting out of your car without being ordered to do so will be perceived as a hostile act, and the cop will pre-emptively defend themselves.

Stay in your car, roll down your windows. Keep your hands visible (resting on the steering wheel is good). If you need to reach anywhere, tell the cop exactly what you're doing, aka, "My passport is in my jacket pocket, I'm getting it right now."

If the cop asks if you know why they pulled you over, you don't. Be polite, be apologetic, and you'll probably get let off with a warning.

stolenfires , Rosemary Ketchum Report

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144points

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Donkeywheel 1 year ago

« Land of the free »

95points

valthorgallifrey , Gabriella Clare Marino Report

#19

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Don't walk the bicycle lanes.

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143points

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Happy_Pandalover 1 year ago

Yes, i get it. You will get run over by a bike. But which country?

20points

TurnMeIntoAGameCube , Aidan Bartos Report

#20

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) DO NOT MESS WITH POLICE.

US cops are *not* your friend.

If you get lost while touring, ask a native or a firefighter.

All my homies love the fire department

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138points

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Chris Henderson 1 year ago

It must be different for other states? I am a retired Deputy Sheriff. If you were foreign and asked for directions, I would have happily given directions and have even escorted others to their destination. The department I worked for was huge on community and service towards others. Shame to see this isn't always the case.

113points

#21

London

Don't go to Madam Tussauds - it's c**p

Don't fall for the shell games near Waterloo. The person who has just won in front of you looks exactly like the guy who's running it and his sister has just picked your pocket.

Learn to read a map, I have no idea where your hotel is but I will confidently give you directions to Covent Garden as I think you'll like it there.

Don't complain when people step into your photo. Your attempt to capture big ben on an iphone is just a waste of everyone's time and data.

Walk faster you dawdling f*****t

Stand on the right, walk quickly on the left

If you must go to a local pub read up on how to behave in one. Queue, order beer, wine or a simple drink and mixer and leave the bar area.

Yes it's busy on the train at 17:00, that's why it's called rush hour. Complaining that I'm standing too close to you is not going to have any effect. I live this hell every weekday.

Wastoponcene Report

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135points

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Donkeywheel 1 year ago

« Stand on the right, walk quickly on the left » So you do know the right way to do it. Why can’t you do it with a car?

37points

#22

When visiting the US, do not have any Healthcare related issues. You'll lose every penny you have and then some.

Kittehmilk Report

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127points

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JM 1 year ago

*sigh* speaking as an American, this is probably true, at least for major medical issues.

59points

#23

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Compare everything and anything to your home country and complain how it’s “so much better back home!”

YoruNiKakeru , whoislimos Report

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125points

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JM 1 year ago

I don’t get this at all - said whiners and complainers should immediately book flight home.

51points

#24

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Do not go for a hike or drive your hire car to ‘the outback’ as a person who has never done either of these things in Australia before. Ways you will die: 1. Fatigue - underestimating the distance between places and then running off the road or crashing into another vehicle due to exhaustion 2. Exposure and dehydration - people have a car break down and then leave their vehicle to find non-existent help. If you leave your vehicle the chances of being alive by the end of the day are almost zero. There’s no mobile reception. There may be 1-2 cars passing by your location per day if you are lucky. The nearest hospital could be literally 1000 km away. Temperatures can be 50 degrees Celsius in the day and/or -10 at night. If you break down in a place like this, you’ll will possibly die of heat exhaustion whilst waiting for help in your car. If you leave your car? Yeah you’ll definitely die. ——— Other dumb s**t to do in Australia that can and will k**l you: 1. Jumping or diving into water bodies without testing their depth. Most are shallow and many tourists have been harmed or k**led doing this. 2. While we are on the subject of water bodies - stay TF away from water bodies north of the Tropic of Capricorn unless you fancy a crocodile encounter. Most Australian wildlife risks are greatly exaggerated. Crocodile risks are not. 3. Swim in the Ocean between the f*****g flags for f***s sake or don’t even put your f*****g foot in the f*****g water. Every f*****g year, multiple tourists drown because they’re f*****g idiots who do not understand ocean swimming in Australia. Most people over thirty can recall at least one story here of an *Australian* person that they knew or was from their region who was lost at sea or drowned due to unexpected conditions, and these are *experienced* people. So don’t expect that you know what you’re doing, or that the flagged zones are all part of our socialist nanny state for you to ignore. Just f*****g don’t, mate. Our people have been traumatised too many times by your f*****g stupidity.

leopard_eater , Dylan Shaw Report

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123points

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David A Paterson 1 year ago

"Most Australian wildlife risks are greatly exaggerated. Crocodile risks are not." Best advice ever.

54points

GingerMeTimberMate , 🇸🇮 Janko Ferlič Report

#25

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Approach wildlife, especially when they’re with their offspring.

The amount of idiot tourists I’ve seen outside their cars within mauling distance of a bear or moose is mind boggling.

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116points

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JM 1 year ago

Unless you want to look at this behavior as a means of culling our own (stupid) herd…

34points

#26

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) If you’re visiting Brazil, specially a big city, avoid using your smartphone while walking on the streets, as you become more prone to being robbed.

DistantLandscapes , Sven Mieke Report

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110points

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Ample Aardvark 1 year ago

Also wear your bag cross body and in front of you

33points

#27

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Try to pet/feed bears. For some reason tourists to Banff seem to think bears are mascots or something.

Lawndemon , bearevay Report

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110points

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JM 1 year ago

Darwin awards available now!

60points

#28

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Don't ask where the animals are in South Africa, we do not have lions walking in the streets, you are more likely to run into wildlife in America.

ThrowRadayne , Iurii Ivashchenko Report

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108points

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David A Paterson 1 year ago

Do ask where the animals are in Australia.

54points

#29

Ladies, do NOT lift a man’s kilt to find out if he’s commando. And if you insist in a grope, be aware you’ll only find sweaty and hairy

Velvy71 Report

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107points

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PlatinumThe8-BitCat 1 year ago

PEOPLE DO THIS!?

111points

#30

Don't go for a nice walk in the hills without checking the weather, taking suitable clothing, and telling someone your intentions.

We lose a few tourists from this every year in New Zealand.

Due to our geography it's easy to get lost and the weather can change very quickly.

thomasbeagle Report

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105points

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Colin Matthews 1 year ago

Amen. Please do not treat NZ like it’s some kind of Eco Disneyland, DO let people know where you are going. Do use the hut sign in system, have cold weather gear and boots. The NZ mountains and high country change very quickly and every year a handful of tourists freeze to death.

37points

#31

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) You don't want to drive out in the desert in the southwest. That dirt road might not have had a car in ten years and if you blow a tire where it's washed out you gonna be a pile of bones faster than you think.

KamikazeDrone , Paul Crook Report

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103points

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Leo Domitrix 1 year ago

The American Southwest is very empty. Very. Treat it like it's the Australian Outback: Take fuel, survival gear, water for a week (you'll be done with it in a day), and don't assume you get cell service. It's a lot of empty out there.

53points

Dutch Swimmer Goes Viral For Super Revealing Trunks During 2024 Olympics: “Is This Legal?”

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Thrill-Seeking Diver Jumps Down Extreme Waterslide, Ignoring The Strict Ban For Women

#32

Do not mess with the Tomb of the Unknown soldier.

tex83tex83 Report

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102points

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Paul Pienkowski 1 year ago

That place is almost sacred. You do not screw around in Arlington, ever. It should go for all cemeteries, but I know people on Halloween like to occasionally go for spooks.

36points

#33

India. Don't try to pay attention to people staring if you're white or black. People here just aren't used to different ethnicies. Most of us see only Indian/Asian/brown people most of our lives. Seeing tourists just peaks interest. People are not being rude. Don't wear those awful "Indian" clothes and jewellery. Idk who told tourists that it looks good, but there seems to be a costume of loose tunics and bead necklaces amongst tourists here. You stick out like a sore thumb and look like your fashion sucks. It also shows you're clearly a tourist so shopkeepers and vendors WILL try to scam you. You'll be better off in just basic tshirt and jeans. Haggle and bargain prices everywhere, unless it's a fixed price type store. Do not talk about Pakistan, or say how similar India is to Pakistan. Just don't say anything about it altogether. People will not be kind. The political situation is delicate rn, so tread carefully there also. Don't do the entire "seeing the poor people here made me so grateful for what I have" etc BS. You come off as snooty and entitled. Yes, we know the country is overpopulated, and with that comes the inevitable repercussions. The government is working on it. We don't need others to poverty p**n us. Don't compare to other countries. Don't mush the entire country into one. If you travel to North India, your experience will culturally be very different from South India, or East or West. It's almost like a different country. Food, language, clothing, weather... everything changes. India is like lots of different countries brought together in one. On the same note, plan your trip to one or two areas. You cannot cover entire India in a week. Learn about the culture. You'll be surprised to know how much of the west has adapted from different countries. Have the chai (if in the North) and the filter coffee (if in the south). Try the local cuisines of the places you're in. If you really do want to try out Indian clothing, ask some locals to help. The handcraft and fabric industry here is amazing. Buy natural fibres if you can. Cotton, silk, khadi, linen. It's amazingly cheap. You can find local goods here for a lot of similar stuff: try it all. It's a refreshing change of pace from store bought, packeted, mass manufactured stuff. Even food, footwear, clothing, etc have local goods. If you can find the good stores, you'll see that the quality is far superior than mass manufactured stuff. The embroidery is stunning and most of it is done by hand, which you can get at unbelievable prices. There's a reason Indian clothing is so rich and intricate: we have artisans who make these locally. My foreign relatives like to stock up on just good fabric when they come here. If you know where to go, you can even get custom leather goods made. My father has his shoes and jackets made custom by a local guy. They last him forever and he gets them repaired by the same guy. He says it's much comfier than store bought stuff. I can't say to this, i haven't gotten anything made. I am planning to have a leather bag made for myself in the design of a popular designer bag (LV neverfull). The food is mostly free of preservatives and the fresh spices and veggies are something else. Don't miss out on this. Despite the stereotypes, Indian lifestyle is much healthier and wholesome. Don't be surprised if your vegetables don't look "perfect". Most of the stuff here is locally sourced or produced. It won't look like supermarket stuff, but thankfully it won't taste like that either. Take advantage of how cheap and good things are. Once you get over your initial bias and the fact that stuff here isn't as shiny, you'll soon see WHY it's not shiny. Buy good fabric and get your clothes tailored. It'll be a steal for you. You can get entire outfits stitched for like 50 dollars. Also, getting clothes made to your size (in natural fibres!) is soooo much better than ones given by the fast fashion. Definitely buy khaadi. It's like linen, except that it's hand spun. It's cheap, lasts really long, isn't really available anywhere else, and is amazing for both summer and winter. Also looks very "old money". Buy fresh spices. Not the ones in packets, but ones at local stores. You can even buy raw stuff and grind it to make your own spices. The food made from these home grinded spices is out of the world, and a secret Indian mothers like to keep to themselves. Ditch the ginger garlic paste and make your own. Same for other industries. Like healthcare (sorry Americans, but I'm looking at you). If you have a skin or dental concern that needs to be looked at, GO NOW. And go to the biggest, fanciest place you can find. India has really good doctors which won't cost you a kidney. My relatives who live abroad like to get a full body checkup, dental work, eye checkup and new glasses, skin treatments etc done every time they come here. They also buy all sorts of medicines etc. My appendectomy cost me about 300-350 USD total, without any insurance plan or benefits. Even if you go by Indian standards, that's not a lot, as it's lesser than a lower middle class person's monthly salary. As an upper middle class person, it's about 2-3 days pay for me. (But I should still get insurance, don't be like me). You can also get specialists available very quickly. I get annoyed if I have to wait more than a day to see a specialist, so you can understand how spoilt we are. I think I'd throw a tantrum if I had to wait over two weeks to see a doctor, idk how y'all manage. I like to just barge into the doctor's office and then wait for them to see me. Labour in India is REALLY cheap. So cheap that most middle class families don't clean or do dishes or laundry themselves, but have hired help for it. You'll rarely find houses where people are doing the dishes or broom/mopping the house themselves. This is really common here. I personally have a maid who cooks, cleans, does laundry and dishes, washes bathrooms, and dusts the house. It's a huge privilege we enjoy. These maids get paid okayish as per the PPP. I like to overpay them to get good service. The same extends to carpenters, electricians, etc. You can find services here for ANYTHING. So if you're here for longer and staying in a rented place or an Airbnb, do not fret over getting stuff done. There will always be someone to do all these things. The upper middle class here enjoy a very leisurely life. And for god's sake, get used to using a "bum gun" or "jet spray" or whatever you call it. Indians do not use toilet paper, we wash ourselves. It's much cleaner, and I will not argue about this. You'll be hard pressed to find toilet paper in most local households. But once you start washing, you'll probably never be able to go back to using TP. I did not expect this answer to go on for this long. I guess I just had a lot to say about our lifestyle here! The experience of living like a true Indian is very different from the life in the western countries.

Ok-Bridge-1045 Report

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102points

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XenoMurph 1 year ago

tldr

110points

censorshipsucks 1 year ago

In India, people may stare out of curiosity at tourists of different ethnicities, but it's not meant to be rude. Avoid wearing stereotypical "Indian" clothing as it makes you stand out as a tourist and may lead to scams. Haggle and bargain prices unless it's a fixed-price store. Avoid discussing sensitive topics like Pakistan and be mindful of the delicate political situation. Refrain from making condescending comments about poverty in India. India is culturally diverse; each region has its unique characteristics in terms of food, language, clothing, and more. Plan your trip to one or two specific areas; India is too vast to cover in a week. Embrace the local culture, try the chai (in the North) and filter coffee (in the South), and sample local cuisine. Explore the local goods and handcrafted items, particularly in natural fibers like cotton, silk, khadi, and linen. Consider seeking medical and dental care in India, as it can be of high quality and more affordable than in some others

23points

Russell Rieckenberg 1 year ago

a1pdr All one paragraph, didn't read.

6points

White Sauce Hot Sauce 1 year ago

Different country does things differently. Avoid tourist activities.

0points

Pedantic Panda 1 year ago

Many people are poor so government is focusing on lunar missions.

0points

Gustav Gallifrey 1 year ago

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dev mehta 1 year ago

Also, break up large chuck of text into paragraphs.

28points

ThatG 1 year ago

Yeah! Completely agree, but I checked and they are in separate paragraphs on the original Reddit post. BP just dropped the ball.

14points

JM 1 year ago

Wow. After reading this, I want to go to India even more than I did before (been on my bucket list for years) Thank you, OP for your gracious explanation!

17points

Beth H 1 year ago

I was just thinking the same. I'm even more interested now.

5points

Susie Elle 1 year ago

Jesus christ

11points

SadieCat17 (she/her) 1 year ago

How do you guys have such crappy attention spans? If you don't want to read it, scroll on by to the next post.

10points

Mickipickie 1 year ago

Thank you for your Ted Talk! It was clearly written, had a nice range of topic, and made me wish I was rich enough to travel to your exotic and beautiful land!❤️

6points

Barbara Kelly 1 year ago

Cannot upvote this enough. Although I don't travel to India, my contacts with people of Indian descent here are pleasant and educational. I have made many l positive lifestyle changes from these experiences.

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François Bouzigues 1 year ago

I will have to disagree with OP. I am from southern Europe, used to heat. And it was impossible for me to wear tshirt and jeans. Way too hot and humid and sticky. Ended up buying clothe locally that would dry extra fast because i was sweating so much. I did look like a stupid tourist cause i was one

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Awesome At Being Autistic 1 year ago

Yeah I don't understand why UK people go to Turkey for elective surgical procedures when India has a much better track record.

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wordsupfool 1 year ago

Love it.

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Nitka Tsar 1 year ago

I want to go to India now

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Paddling Panda 1 year ago

Me too!

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Jo Davies 1 year ago

That could have been a small novel!

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Ben 1 year ago

I would never go to India. I haven't got the stomach for it.

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Alexandria Tyme 1 year ago

I LOVE 💖🇮🇳 India, I've been several times, North, South, East & West. The people are friendly, the variety of foods from different states mean you can try a different taste for each meal for weeks. I find it best to make friends with a local taxi driver, they know all the best places that most tourist don't get to see. If you're at a hotel ask the waiting staff about places to see or where is best to go or to buy things. This way you get to experience a tiny bit of real India

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badger 1 year ago

also, don't use paragraphs

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Timbob 1 year ago

I wish you had gone into more detail in your post.

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Paul Pienkowski 1 year ago

I have always wanted to visit India. My love of the food and obsession with incense (real masala and halmaddi incense) makes India a no brained for a future trip.

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Beachbum 1 year ago

I couldn't even read this it was so much, I am just never going to go to India!

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Nikki Sevven 1 year ago

JFC, learn to use paragraphs! No one is reading this.

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S Mi 1 year ago

I appreciate the note about poverty tourism. Just don't

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Mimi M 1 year ago

Paragraphs are a thing.

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Michelle Carlson 1 year ago

#paragraphs

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The Original Bruno 1 year ago

And for goodness sake, don't use paragraphs!

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Whatever 1999 10 months ago

Okay, but loose tunics just seem much more practical for at least how I imagine the weather in India to be like. Even where I live, if it's to hot and humid, I only wear wide dresses or hot pants and crop tops, but I don't know if the latter would be considered appropriate

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Stephanie York 11 months ago

Paragraphs are your friend,

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Mimi M 1 year ago

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Carolyn Lively 1 year ago

Thank you! Should I ever travel to India, I will be sure to follow this advice. I was taught "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." It has served me well when I've traveled.

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ormondotvos 1 year ago

Endless. Useless. Condescending.

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SageHare37 1 year ago

Wow. I can't say India was big on my travel wish list before, but it is now.

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Silver5trike 1 year ago

Here's another big thing: avoid water straight from the tap unless you know its drinkable

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Collette Kilbourne 1 year ago

I appreciate your thoroughness! India really does have a different and wonderful culture!

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Nice Beast Ludo 1 year ago

Piques

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Larry XK 1 year ago

Why does every swinging d**k pick on America? Why are you d***s so obsessed with the things we do and the way we do it?

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Leo Domitrix 1 year ago

TLDR: India: Don't go if you're not from India, apparently?

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censorshipsucks 1 year ago

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Rostit. . 1 year ago

short version, India is a backwards c**p hole. you will be starred it if you are not clearly indian, the toilets are gross and the caste system is very obvious. I'd sooner visit Camden NJ.

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Larry XK 1 year ago

LOL

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Shane Hussel 1 year ago

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#34

If you are in Central Europe around the alps in countries like Switzerland, Italy etc. don't underestimate the mountains. Don't think stupid things like "We are near civilization, it's no problem, we can't get lost and it's easy to go back anyway". This can end in a deadly disaster.

Weather can change quickly, even when the report says it should be stable. If you get caught in a snow storm in winter, you'll lose navigation and you won't see even your hand in front of your face. You can even miss a SAC building that would save you because you can't see it. If you don't have the equipment and experience, you can die there.

Also, keep in mind that not all glaciers are that stable: Some have deep holes in the surface of the ice, you can fall down there. Even when you survive the fall, you die quickly by hypothermia. If you are alone, you are done. But even with friends and with the rescue by chopper, it's a run against time. These holes can sometimes be covered with fresh snow, so don't walk there when signs are warning you, it's a minefield.

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Zedrapazia 1 year ago

Please don't go hiking in sandals when in Switzerland, you will regret it, your feet will bleed, and local children will make fun of you

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#35

America: assume this country is as small as a European one. I constantly saw people saying they were going to visit California so they wanted to see San Francisco and LA... in the same day.

Check a map for scale!

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Saint_Zipcodus 1 year ago

As they say: Americans do not know what 'old' is, Europeans do not know what 'big' is.

72points

#36

decide to stay but refuse to learn the language

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JM 1 year ago

Nothing worse than an arrogant interloper tourist who expects the locals to conform to him/her/them.

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#37

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) In the USA, don't haggle retail prices, especially at local one owner stores. You can ask for better prices at flea markets .

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General Anaesthesia 1 year ago

For your shopping convenience... https://www.reddit.com/r/funny/comments/dhio84/this_sign_in_an_antique_store/

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#38

Stand in public spaces filming TikTok videos. Actually, that goes for even when they’re back in their own country.

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PlatinumThe8-BitCat 1 year ago

Just don’t film TikTok videos

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#39

Be aware of the drugs law of the country you are visiting. For example, someone from my country accidentally had a single pill in glove box of his car. This pill is legal in my country but not in the neighbouring one. So when he crossed the border, the customs discovered the pill and he ended spending 6 months in jail over there.

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censorshipsucks 1 year ago

I am guessing this is Thailand, Singapore, or one of those countries?

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#40

Not tip in America. Doesn’t matter how you personally feel about it, it’s what we do here and you’re a d**k if you don’t.

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David A Paterson 1 year ago

What if the wait staff is crooked, dishonest and incompetent? Serious question, do you still have to tip?

12points

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#41

Don’t cut in lines (queues). Some cultures don’t seem to understand the concept of lining up.

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Huddo's sister 1 year ago

I don't understand why people would do this. Do you not learn to line up throughout school? I feel like half my day is taken up by getting kids to line up, how have they not learned it by adulthood?

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#42

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Don't get out of the car immediately when you're pulled over.

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JM 1 year ago

Yes! Wait for law enforcement to tell you what they want you to do. This will greatly reduce your likelihood of being shot (esp. while driving/walking/or innocently breathing while black/brown in the U.Sl).

32points

#43

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Don't go to Hollywood expecting something. Also, don't spend tons of money just to see famous people's homes on one of those bus tours. You should go to all the cool museums around LA though, those are pretty neat. And the beaches aren't too bad either

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PlatinumThe8-BitCat 1 year ago

Why would you even want to see the house of a famous person?

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#44

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) Hawaii here -- don't go to Sandy beach, don't stick your head in the blowhole, don't go to toilet bowls. We have far too many people die here while on vacation.

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Happy_Pandalover 1 year ago

Toilet bowls?

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#45

Be disrespectful in any way at Arlington Cemetary.

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JM 1 year ago

Amen. My husband is a retired officer with 29 years of service. Luckily, he came home alive but he has friends buried at Arlington who were not so lucky.

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#46

If you're traveling across Canada, you want to take the perimeter highway either north or south AROUND Winnipeg.

It looks like a city, but it's actually just a toxic waste dump we keep in the geographical center of our country.

You can set the cruise control and nap through Saskatchewan. Nothing to see there.

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Ripley 1 year ago

Please don't set your cruise control and then take a nap!

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#47

Kidnap a swan. They all belong to the king.

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Tim Fawcett 1 year ago

Kidnap a Swan - less because they belong to the king and more because they are visious bad tempered lumps of hate that even Canada geese cross the road to avoid

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#48

Rip a poster off the wall in North Korea

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Shark Lady 1 year ago

Don't go to North Korea full stop. You'll be part of a tour group that is only shown what the Kim family want you to see. Your tourist money won't go to the locals who desperately need it.

34points

#49

Try and get in all the sights in one day. New York and LA is about 2,800 miles.

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BPisaddictive 1 year ago

Sicily too. Messina and Trapani is about 500 km or more depending on your itinerary

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#50

Puerto Rico is cool with gringos (recommend you speak some Spanish) just don't act entitled and if they say stop recording stop unless your life is worth that crappy video and don't go near the projects or out at night. Also there is a hatred brewing against Americans in the islands so if someone yells gringo go home well it is time to go back to the tourist area unless confrontation is your kink.

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JM 1 year ago (edited)

Was fortunate enough to spend a couple months in San Juan in the late 1980’s. It was heavenly but there were some definite do-s and don’t-s, for example, don’t go down the hill into Old San Juan after dark unless you really knew people and where you wanted to go. During the day, it was heaven but, much like so many other places on the planet, after dark, use good judgement and appropriate caution if you don’t have a local friend to guide you. (Edit for spelling)

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#51

“What Should People Absolutely Not Do When Visiting Your Country?” (45 Answers) From France :

Don't go to Paris or the french riviera. Paris is cool for several days to see some momunents, but it's a tourist trap with overloaded prices. French riviera is just concrete beaches with old rich acists who will die way too late.
The country has got lot of really nice places to visit and hang out. Less monuments, less things you have seen in movies (like Paris), but way better and cheaper.
Want to see beaches ? You have Brittany, Normandy, the south-east with its long a*s beaches ! (but avoid at all cost Vendée) Want to surf ? South-East is for you.
Want to see mountains ? Alps, Pyreneans, Massif Central baby. Want to see volcano ? Puy de dôme my dudes ! Fields of lavender ? South East is full of that. Oh you want grassy hills ? We have tons of them. You like wine ? You want to wander in grape fields ? Guess-f*****g-what ??
So it's not "absolutely not to do", it's more a "try to do something original when visiting France", even if I get the impulse of seeing what you know first. (if I come to America one day, of course I'll want to see stuff like the Great Canyon, NY, the bayou, LA, some great plains, etc)

If you only go to Paris : avoid at all cost every bar or restaurant in the west side of the town. They are either for millionaires or are tourist traps owned by them. If you need to eat/drink something, search something in the smaller streets far from the monuments. Like in every city, there's tons of affordable and great places to sit down and eat !
For example we have a canal, which means you can have a drink seated at a table under the trees next to the water for a fair price, instead of something s****y in a tourist area.
These one are really marked in Paris (for example, the narrow streets near the St Michel fountain with all the gyros, or the one behind the Sacré-Coeur). For example I know a great bar next to St Michel, really cheap, awesome atmosphere, but 100m away from the tourist area.
Don't get scared to walk a bit more and explore, there are metros stations E V E R Y W H E R E.

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Little but Fierce 1 year ago

Nonsense, I grew up in France and go to Paris once or twice a year, I don't recognise Paris from this. Paris is just like any other major city that has good elements and bad elements. You're either the kind of person who likes big cities or you're not.

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DO NOT HAIL A WAITING TAXI AT OUR AIRPORT! ANY COLORED TAXI. White, Yellow, Whatever. No. (The Philippines) unless if that was a privately contracted car (costs thousands) or from a passenger app service called Grab (also expensive and hard to book since Grab drivers never want to accept passengers from the Airport. It does not earn them their "desired profit" due to traffic)

Best bet is to ride this point to point bus called UBE Express going to Ayala Makati. Yes, a bus. It has a standard flat fee. It would not dupe you with Fare Charges and you would not deal with evil drivers. Makati City in Metro Manila is the FINANCIAL DISTRICT of the COUNTRY. Nowhere is perfect but there's less chance that you will get robbed once you alight since the terminal at Makati is at One Ayala establishment. And there are guards there with less escape spots for criminals. Plus, it is a terminal for other modes of transport as well.

The crowd surrounding that area are well off. Financially. That or they are too busy to rob you. Eitherway, you will be safer.

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David A Paterson 1 year ago

Thanks for the advice. Avoiding the Philippines from now on.

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#53

Go to a favela at night

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David A Paterson 1 year ago

Favela? (checks web) Brazilian ghetto.

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#54

If you can’t take some light ribbig at your expense or hear the C word in every second sentence your gonna have a bad time

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I'M A SHOUTY MAN (they/she/he) 1 year ago

Home sweet home Australia I'm guessing?

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#55

When visiting the liberty bell do not take a detour through Kensington

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David A Paterson 1 year ago

Um, why? Because it's poor?

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Blurryface 1 year ago

Whoever reads this, I hope your day goes better than yesterday, and I wish you good health and that you see a cute puppy and it makes you smile. ❤️

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Liliana Aguas 1 year ago

Thank you.

2points

Saint_Zipcodus 1 year ago

In Germany. Don't broach the topic of German history or politics or religion if you don't actually feel like having a discussion. It's not because these are sensitive subjects.Rather because Germans WILL tell you their opinion and you better be prepared for occasionally brutal honesty. I figure this is where the stereotype of the blunt German comes from.

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Hokuloa 1 year ago

Totally! Same goes for Taiwan. Don’t try to engage strangers in a discussion of Chinese/Taiwanese history and national separation.

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Kevin J. Henning 1 year ago

I think I'll just stay home.

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Unaffected 1 year ago

Me too!

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Samsquatch & Monko 1 year ago

Canada: spring is more like- at 7am it is summer, at 10am it’s fall, at 2pm it’s summer, at 2:01pm it’s hailing out and there’s a snowstorm, etc.

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Samsquatch & Monko 1 year ago

Do not touch wildlife

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David A Paterson 1 year ago (edited)

In Australia. Don'ts. Don't haggle, hustle or hassle. Don't carry a weapon of ANY kind, and that includes toys. Don't try to bring food into the country. Contrary to what many people advise, don't swear or get drunk in Australia. It's a sober realisation that of the more than 1,000 Australians I've met over the past 60 years, not even one of them swears casually. And Australia has fewer alcoholics than almost any country. Do enjoy our native wildlife but don't hassle it. Other than the saltwater croc, we have nothing native that's deadlier than a sheep. Don't expect views in Melbourne, there aren't any. Don't break the law, especially don't break the speed limit. Do trust the police, the local doctor and hospital emergency. If stopped anywhere other than a tollway, always get out of the car. The food is all edible, the tap water is all safe to drink, there are plenty of toilets. There are no ghettos, and city centres are safe at night.

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Sergio Bicerra 1 year ago

The whole world: Austalia is too dangerous! Australian: beware of sheep. :D

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John Harrison 1 year ago

Lol @ Australians don't swear. https://thenewdaily.com.au/life/relationships/2019/11/22/swear-words-average-australia/

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On a whim 1 year ago

I agree don’t haggle, hustle or hassle. Drinking and swearing culture I’d say strongly depends on area and community.. I know women whose swearing could make a sailor blush and men who could drink a months ration of beer in a night and still be none worse for wear… these are very genuine, wonderful people, not necessarily to do with economic groups… it is just common for their social circle. Wildlife…I would list brown snakes and death adders for my particular area, I’d imagine other areas have other things on the No-touchy list; Blue ringed Octopus, some Jellyfish, Stone fish etc etc. Kangaroos and Wombats can be very dangerous if you happen to hit one in a car. (We don’t have ‘bull bars’ we call them ‘roo-bars’ around here.) I’d always recommend to any traveler, talk to a local- Australia is HUGE and different areas can have vastly different climates, wildlife, dangers, sub cultures and hidden gems.

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Dorothy Stovall 1 year ago

I feel like America was unfairly made to look bad and unfriendly in regard to these comments. There will always be bad people and situations anywhere you go, but in my experience Americans are open and helpful, and really want you to have a good time on your visit.

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Shane S 1 year ago

Oddly specific but don’t make jokes about pedos or the philia in the US. In lots of British movies and tv, this seems to be an insult Brits throw around a lot. That is an incredibly serious accusation in the US. If you call someone that, you mean it, like really mean it. And it can ruin someone’s reputation or get the authorities involved. In pro-gun states, it may even get you physically harmed. Not a joke or an insult you throw around here.

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John Harrison 1 year ago

You may not be able to learn much about foreign countries from this article. But you sure can learn a lot about BP commenters, and their understanding of probabilities and statistics. :)

1point

lla 1 year ago

A few times per year, I was doing business in New York. To my amazement, everybody there would know I am French (I am) right away. Some people would directly speak to me in French. Still wonder how they'd know...

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Shane Hussel 1 year ago

Striped shirt, beret and carrying a baguette?

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Trisec Tebeakesse 1 year ago

New England - don't climb in the White Mountains without checking the weather. Don't rely on your cellphone - no coverage in much of the area. Make sure you can survive outdoors for a night, even on a day hike. Weather at the peaks can be 100% different from weather in the valley - BE PREPARED. And yes, NH Fish and Wildlife will bill you for the rescue costs if they think you did something stupid or preventable.

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Joseph Limbrick 1 year ago

I noticed that while i was in new York people would toss notes across the counter at each other when paying for items and didn't seem to be a problem. Obviously USA is abig place and it's probably not like that everywhere . In Australia it's is considered bad manners generally to push your coins across the counter or simply leave them there for the attendant to pick up let alone tossing notes across the counter . IT is customary here to place your maymwnt into the receivers hands. At keast ot was before everyone started freaking out over covid and whatnot .

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Jaybird3939 1 year ago

In US. I live in an Oceanside area. DO NOT go out on the jetties. Every year 2 or 3 people die by being swept out to sea by sneaker waves. These huge waves come out of nowhere and there is no warning. They are clearly marked as a hazard. Stay off the jetty!

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R1MV4Superleggera 1 year ago

I had good experiences with the police in America, once in Canada where I've got lost and the outstanding officer even took the time to escort me to my destination, I'm very grateful with that officer. Mexico, in a roadblock with a bunch of policia Federales, they were utterly surprised of me and my little brother, two pale, tall Brits speaking fluent Spanish with them (which we learned travelling constantly to Mexico) back then, my now Wife (Brit) and my brother's g/f (Australian and now his Wife) were annoyed because they didn't speak a word in Spanish, but now, they're learning. In Chile, every officer we encounter were very kind on giving us directions, Brazil, Bolivia. Now the US...really bad experiences in couple States, but the worst happen in Oregon, got pulled over while riding my Sportbike, and no I wasn't speeding or doing anything foolish, the only 'crime'? it had plates from the UK which cop couldn't run the plates if his life depended on that, I had ALL the paperwork prov

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R1MV4Superleggera 1 year ago

proving the temporary importation, insurance, you name it to the US, and this happened during a hot day during the summer, I had full set of leathers and armour and had to wait for at least an hour or more until his supervisor arrived, turns out everything was in order and stuff and at the end, did I get a 'sorry' for the ignorant, not even 6'00" tall officer hillbilly? HA! Relight! Yeah, cops in the US are mind blowing ignorant

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Unaffected 1 year ago (edited)

Bosnia and Herzegovina.Beautiful country but don't go hiking before checking where the landmines are first

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Red Ruffensor 1 year ago

In the US, don't have political discussions with strangers. This applies to everyone, not just visitors.

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Steve Hall 1 year ago

I wonder why people travel any more. There is nothing you can not see on the internet. Save your money and retire early.

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Pan Paweł 1 year ago

I wonder why there are people that don't travel at all? Nowadays it is realtively cheap and easy thing to do and one have only one life to spend. What are you going to do with all that cash, when you'll finally retire?

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John Bulatowicz 1 year ago

Most people in Japan understand the English language. Don't disrespect them thinking they don't.

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Nitka Tsar 1 year ago

Do not drive slowly on the left lane on the German High Way (Autobahn). DO zipper merging (or whatever you call it). If you can see a traffic jam coming on, do what the other cars do and halt your car more to the side to make room for emergency vehicles. If you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming while driving anywhere, make room for it. Don‘t be rude to police. They are your friend and helper. DO NOT CROSS A ROAD WHEN THE LIGHT IS RED! ;)

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Saint_Zipcodus 1 year ago

And please be advised: The claim that there's no speed limit on the Autobahn is a myth. By far the most parts do very much have a speed limit.

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SkyDragonAerial (Aro/Ace, Cassgender) 1 year ago

In a car-vs-moose scenario, the moose will will. Do not assume you're stronger than the megafauna.

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censorshipsucks 1 year ago

South Africa. Stay in your damn car in the game reserve. You WILL get killed by the animals. We've had this several times. Also, in lower-income areas, do not come in there with all flashy cameras and stuff, you WILL lose them.

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Blurryface 1 year ago

Whoever reads this, I hope your day goes better than yesterday, and I wish you good health and that you see a cute puppy and it makes you smile. ❤️

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Liliana Aguas 1 year ago

Thank you.

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Saint_Zipcodus 1 year ago

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Hokuloa 1 year ago

Totally! Same goes for Taiwan. Don’t try to engage strangers in a discussion of Chinese/Taiwanese history and national separation.

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Kevin J. Henning 1 year ago

I think I'll just stay home.

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Unaffected 1 year ago

Me too!

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Samsquatch & Monko 1 year ago

Canada: spring is more like- at 7am it is summer, at 10am it’s fall, at 2pm it’s summer, at 2:01pm it’s hailing out and there’s a snowstorm, etc.

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Samsquatch & Monko 1 year ago

Do not touch wildlife

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David A Paterson 1 year ago (edited)

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Sergio Bicerra 1 year ago

The whole world: Austalia is too dangerous! Australian: beware of sheep. :D

3points

John Harrison 1 year ago

Lol @ Australians don't swear. https://thenewdaily.com.au/life/relationships/2019/11/22/swear-words-average-australia/

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On a whim 1 year ago

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Dorothy Stovall 1 year ago

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John Harrison 1 year ago

You may not be able to learn much about foreign countries from this article. But you sure can learn a lot about BP commenters, and their understanding of probabilities and statistics. :)

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lla 1 year ago

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Shane Hussel 1 year ago

Striped shirt, beret and carrying a baguette?

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Trisec Tebeakesse 1 year ago

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Joseph Limbrick 1 year ago

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Jaybird3939 1 year ago

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R1MV4Superleggera 1 year ago

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R1MV4Superleggera 1 year ago

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Unaffected 1 year ago (edited)

Bosnia and Herzegovina.Beautiful country but don't go hiking before checking where the landmines are first

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Red Ruffensor 1 year ago

In the US, don't have political discussions with strangers. This applies to everyone, not just visitors.

0points

Steve Hall 1 year ago

I wonder why people travel any more. There is nothing you can not see on the internet. Save your money and retire early.

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Pan Paweł 1 year ago

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John Bulatowicz 1 year ago

Most people in Japan understand the English language. Don't disrespect them thinking they don't.

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Nitka Tsar 1 year ago

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Saint_Zipcodus 1 year ago

And please be advised: The claim that there's no speed limit on the Autobahn is a myth. By far the most parts do very much have a speed limit.

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