Visit America - The DON'Ts of Visiting The USA
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Whether heading to New York, Washington, California or Chicago there are some general DON'Ts of visiting the USA. This video goes over the major things you should not do in the US. From touching the Americans, to not discussing certain topics, to how not to miss out on the food & culture the US has on offer.
This video is designed to teach travelers about the American culture and cultural differences and norms that may be found throughout the US. So if you are going to be visiting the USA, then this is a video you should watch so you better understand how Americans think, act and react in day to day settings.
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@crazyperson5222 4 жыл бұрын
Dont drive slower than the speed limit.
@nowthatsjustducky 4 жыл бұрын
Unless driving conditions warrant going slower.
@TZmayo 4 жыл бұрын
* don't drive slower than 5 miles above the speed limit
@pierzpressure7931 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@michaelkarvonen4655 4 жыл бұрын
In vt you can go 80 in snow and the you will get passed like you are not moving
@Reddeadredemption3 4 жыл бұрын
I can vouch for that 🤣🤣
@boinion3725 4 жыл бұрын
Typical American greeting: Person A: "Hi! How are you?" Person B: "Good! You?" Person A: "Good!"
@xtina0623 4 жыл бұрын
I was surprised Americans actually do that daily to their coworkers, for 10+ years I thought my English teachers were kidding me.
@kathycaldwell7126 4 жыл бұрын
Ha! Nailed it.
@NiminaeOld 4 жыл бұрын
Yup, and it is all lies.
@darthfastball1150 4 жыл бұрын
I’m American, been one my entire life. Ngl, it took me way too long to realize why people were kind of confused when I responded honestly to “Hi, how are you?”
@eyesup4156 4 жыл бұрын
This happens in thr UK too lol
@chhsel 11 ай бұрын
Don't get offended if you are for example "Irish" and an American says "I'm Irish too" . A lot of American are very proud of where their ancestors came from, they don't mean to take anything away from you, they are expressing kindship, they are happy to meet a person from Ireland. See them as your long lost cousins :)
@tj-nf6dm 8 ай бұрын
this is actually such a cute way to think of it 🥹
@jackdools4744 3 ай бұрын
Except the “I’m Irish too” people aren’t Irish
@ChrisMacal 2 ай бұрын
@@jackdools4744 that was the point of this comment. dont get offended cause some americans do that. never met anyone do that but it does happen
@Winkle-Dinkle Ай бұрын
It’s more of an ethnic thing not reallly about nationality for them
@jackdools4744 Ай бұрын
@@ChrisMacal Your reading comprehension is lacking
@smzig 10 ай бұрын
I also want to say, don't feel self conscious if you're learning English and have an accent. Especially if you visit a big city which are extremely diverse in America. Most people here have no major problems understanding accents, even thick ones. And don't worry about standing out as a tourist. I know when Americans visit your country we stand out like sore thumbs. But here, chances are most of us here will assume you're an immigrant before we assume you're a tourist.
@fumes1541 9 ай бұрын
I would suggest most of us find it super cool and would be EXTRA helpful toward visitors.
@TheRockstarFarmer 4 жыл бұрын
The funny thing is 90% of people watching this are Americans.
@vinttag4312 4 жыл бұрын
I think it is because we like to learn about what others think of us. The thing is that most of us sort of just think we are the only country and so we don't really hear anything about us unless it's negative usually.
@zainabkhursheed6428 4 жыл бұрын
Nah im Aussie , lets go Aussies !!
@jolenethellama 4 жыл бұрын
It's funny, once I somehow ended up on a video explaining Russian grocery stores, and no joke 98% of people watching/commenting were Russians.
@vinttag4312 4 жыл бұрын
@@jolenethellama yeah I think people like to learn what others think of them
@Chuuniboy 4 жыл бұрын
“Jimmy don’t you stare at that man for too long, he might try to touch you!”
@IzzyKilgore 5 жыл бұрын
Don't believe us when we say "Its right down the road". because its not.
@pezikikal 4 жыл бұрын
52vmtp or “it’s across the street”
@metalvideos1961 4 жыл бұрын
o i never believe americans. so i will not believe that either.
@pezikikal 4 жыл бұрын
Metal Videos ok then if you don’t believe us when a cop gives you a lawful command say yes.
@Lizestechreviews 4 жыл бұрын
Right down the road means 15 miles away lol
@kristinablocher7679 4 жыл бұрын
52vmtp 😂
@FulanitoDTal-Lugar 8 ай бұрын
One I haven't seen on here: Don't trespass, step on their lawn, peak over people's fences, or look in their home windows. That's a major one everywhere in the US.
@ronprice2127 Ай бұрын
GET OFF MY LAWN......
@dpainter1526 Ай бұрын
@@ronprice2127 Isn't that just common courtesy Everywhere??? Where are you living that it's ok to look through people's Home Windows??
@Kiflinn Күн бұрын
where dont be white?
@bsgfan1 Жыл бұрын
Serious tip for y’all nature loving visitors: Do NOT underestimate the climate and wilderness here. We have everything from temperature extremes to dangerous predators that will absolutely eat you if they get the chance. Yes, we have beautiful parks and landscapes, but ALWAYS be cautious.
@woltersworld Жыл бұрын
Very true. Don't think bison are tourist attractions you can pet
@paulsmith4369 11 ай бұрын
Especially true in Yellowstone - it is NOT a petting zoo and the geysers/hot pools are NOT jacuzzis.
@utej.k.bemsel4777 11 ай бұрын
@@woltersworld oh those nice wooly cows.... ...that can gore the crap out of you by an instant!
@pidpit4397 9 ай бұрын
@@paulsmith4369 ---Seems like we tourists that want to get in on the Darwin Awards. They never learn..lol.
@devijankowicz9491 9 ай бұрын
Something I noticed during my 6-month stay in Las Cruces, NM, was that the locals are braver in the face of climate and wilderness extremes than we are in Europe. I suppose they're used to stuff that we rarely experience over here. One example from my travelling around: in the corner of the TV picture there would be a figure standing for the risk of a hurricane that day. Whaaaat! They just get on with things in a matter-of-fact way.
@romanis9596 4 жыл бұрын
"Don't touch the Americans" Every American in the comments: "Truth has been spoken"
@floopdroop3703 4 жыл бұрын
This is the way
@Thereisonlyonefrankdatank 4 жыл бұрын
Romanis95 I think that’s a big City thing. Something they should realize is how much the culture changes with each region. Like the difference between New York City people how abrupt they can be, how they can be perceived as rude, how nobody makes eye contact because it could be considered a threat, nobody gives a shit about the guy next to them but drive a few hours south say into rural small town Pennsylvania and if ya DON’T make eye contact it’s considered rude and can be perceived as one being deceptive. Their personal bubble is smaller and they don’t mind a pat on the shoulder, they’ll hold the door for you and a stranger might strike up a conversation in a long line making small talk asking maybe if the stuff in your basket is your dinner tonight and what your doing in town (that’s them being friendly)
@romanis9596 4 жыл бұрын
@@Thereisonlyonefrankdatank It could be a city thing. I live in Missouri. One of the most midwestern states there is and I hate when people get too close without permission but that could just be me.
@patriot7413 4 жыл бұрын
Romanis95 Because it has been spoken.
@IsaiahOlsonCursedNoven 4 жыл бұрын
@@Thereisonlyonefrankdatank Nah man I spent my life growing up in 5 different towns and through college, and they were all 10k or less population, one being an incredibly tiny town of a few hundred for high school. Not in any of them did people not have a personal bubble haha. All in Minnesota though so of course it could be regional but I've never met any other American who was cool with getting up close to strangers. Some as friends are more lax about it but never just with someone you don't know well.
@JosieMK 3 жыл бұрын
If someone ask you “How are you?” Just say “I’m good” even if your not.
@jhondifrent7467 3 жыл бұрын
And dont forget to take your joy
@del5582 3 жыл бұрын
I use "fine, thank you." It is polite but neutral.
@egorsurimov5996 3 жыл бұрын
Damn thats kinda sad
@alexanderhorter1287 3 жыл бұрын
Americans ask to be polite not because they care lol
@David_Jelly_King 3 жыл бұрын
as an american, this is true
@rbar6681 Жыл бұрын
I had a friend from Pakistan who moved to the US. He got pulled over by the police while going 90mph on the freeway (limit 75) and decided to get out of his vehicle and approach the officers car. He was lucky he didn't get shot lol there's your tip. Stay in your vehicle, roll down the window and wait for the officer to approach you. Oh and hands on the steering wheel!
@minstinct280 Жыл бұрын
I ❤❤❤ the US! Such a dynamic, passionate and interesting country that has contributed so much to popular culture. Love from Australia to all Americans!
@timkingsemail Жыл бұрын
Love you back mate!!!
@Backyard-yz3mf Жыл бұрын
Much love from Arkansas! Come visit
@MrDrProfPatrk Жыл бұрын
Thank you you’re always welcome here
@Jgilliaan Жыл бұрын
Love ya back 🇺🇸❤️🇦🇺 always welcome in Connecticut
@P3myY Жыл бұрын
Yeah mostly passionate for the wrong reasons lol
@slothful2039 4 жыл бұрын
One of the biggest don't in America is interacting with other people's kids. Just don't lol.
@youthinkyouknow343 4 жыл бұрын
I precisely thought about what you say last time a saw a toddler walking by himself down my street. What could be the best thing to do in these cases? My street is also kind of busy.
@dawngalloper12 4 жыл бұрын
Im travelling to the US in august and my Airbnb host has kids, and i was going to bring their kids a small gift from australia as a thankyou, probably just a small plush toy of a native animal. Is that weird? Lol
@jok3r54 4 жыл бұрын
Sad but true
@slothful2039 4 жыл бұрын
@@dawngalloper12 That's perfectly fine, things like that don't bother most Americans. Also it's important to note that this rule mostly applies to men more than it does to women.
@deadchannel_1 4 жыл бұрын
Nobody from any other country but the US would usually talk to strangers. Which is strange because I live in the US and people from other countries who visit us talk about how polite we are and it makes me even more proud to be an American when they say that. But there are a lot of countries that really say crap about the US and it’s not Iran. It’s Turkey. I don’t know why they hate us but I’ve talked to so many Turkish people and they hate us and I really don’t know why. But countries like the UK, France, and Germany say so many nice things about my country. Honestly I need to visit those countries because I’ve seen so many videos about people going to visit them and they’re all beautiful. I also really need to visit the Nordic countries sometime. Any thanks to the people who say this about my country. This country is becoming divided. Just like in the Civil War when we wanted to abolish slavery now we want to impeach Trump. I’m scared that if he wins the next election the opposing parties will go insane. We can’t really be called the United States anymore because right now, we are as united as we were in the Civil War. We need to fix our country honestly. My backup plan is to go to Australia or The British Isles if everything goes south.
@falconscout4117 4 жыл бұрын
Also.... dont say the n word
@carrotcake6572 4 жыл бұрын
Mark Rutte fr, white European kids need to know
@allenm9 4 жыл бұрын
the n word? hah. I'll say it right now. *neighbor*
@Part61Cowboy 4 жыл бұрын
Allen M. Well it’s always your choice to be an ignorant douche bag
@fders938 4 жыл бұрын
Ni tro
@Leon-yi4mu 4 жыл бұрын
But my cousin who half african gave me the n word pass even tho Iam German
@madchad Жыл бұрын
Don't flip out when people hold a door open for you. In most parts of the USA it's an acceptable custom regardless of gender. They don't have an agenda when they do it, it's just considered polite. In some bigger cities people might not like it though (depending on where you are).
@adamhammond8379 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I would add, don't cut in lines. I have been shocked when I (American) travelled to other parts of the world where you are expected to defend your place in line with your body. That is NOT okay in the US. The video mentioned that we like our space, so we tend to line up a bit loosely. The locals are going to get annoyed if you take that gap as an opportunity to push in!
@blackfootedferret Жыл бұрын
Yes, sometimes there will be an uncleanness about who is next and the majority of the time people would rather let you go first than try to position you out of the way
@katiewilliamson7485 5 жыл бұрын
Be advised: every story/rumor you've ever heard about Florida, it's true.
@corfline5019 5 жыл бұрын
The clouds are indeed crocodiles
@starwarfan8342 5 жыл бұрын
As a Floridian, I can confirm this as true.
@miscspice 5 жыл бұрын
Don’t think South Florida is anything like stereotypical “southern” states. We aren’t. We’re our own breed of insane.
@g.money.moviesgingathejedi251 5 жыл бұрын
Lmao i live in FL and i can confirm
@laylajoy7170 5 жыл бұрын
I can confirm this.
@daxota_6750 4 жыл бұрын
Don't cut Americans off on the Highway. You will lose your life
@dkoda840 4 жыл бұрын
Kota H XD this is very true I live in south Florida tho so people aren’t in much a hurry the day is too great to
@kathycaldwell7126 4 жыл бұрын
Unless you live in CA. They line cut AND cut you off in traffic.
@daxota_6750 4 жыл бұрын
@@kathycaldwell7126 i live right outside of DC and we have this interstate 270 which is always a total nightmare. I hear CA has their awful highways to
@kathycaldwell7126 4 жыл бұрын
Kota H When I was moving my daughter into college there two years ago (I’m 58 years old) I was line cut *3* times. A guy behind me commented that if the Californians who did that had been raised any where else they would have gotten their ass kicked after the first time and it would have cured them of that nonsense. Couldn’t agree more!
@kathycaldwell7126 4 жыл бұрын
Ember Wolf 200 Er, no it’s not. It *is* in Texas while in line. It won’t end well if Californians do that here. Don’t doubt me.
@wilo_2961 Жыл бұрын
Honestly I would treat every state/region as a separate country culture wise, I recently traveled to Florida from the northwest and it was REALLY different, considering the chain stores, cuisine, the things to do, weather, etc.
@harrypotterisded4522 Жыл бұрын
I think it depends on perspective Because usually the big diference for you, for Europeans is like normal regional diference inside the country
@debrawhited3035 Жыл бұрын
I agree. In Europe, you would have many countries, with different languages and cultures, within the same geograpical space that you find in the U.S. Yes, most everyone speaks English (after a fashion), in the U.S. but don't think the differences in various parts of the country aren't significant.
@brocksinclair66 11 ай бұрын
Laughs in Australian
@JZJ7777 10 ай бұрын
Every state in the US is different, and that’s what’s so cool about it.
@motherfaka8779 Жыл бұрын
I am an American and just got back from my first trip to Europe. I must say this video is very accurate and helpful. It's always good to embrace the culture of the place you are visiting and educate yourself on the customs of your destination.
@jck956 4 жыл бұрын
I’ve visited the US every day for 15 years since I was born
@KaianSoKewl 4 жыл бұрын
JCK95 *350 Million people can relate*
@linamartinez5463 4 жыл бұрын
Lmaooooo 😭
@ZeroTwo-mt4ub 4 жыл бұрын
Lmao
@totallycrazystudios1801 4 жыл бұрын
Same
@Andre-uu5xv 4 жыл бұрын
Your profile is indicative of that.
@211pirate6 5 жыл бұрын
I feel like it was mostly Americans who watched this video wondering what not to do in our own country.
@naomiealexandre9026 5 жыл бұрын
211 pirate LMAOO so trueee. Jersey here
@cabk.4538 5 жыл бұрын
I've been scrolling through the comments trying to find one that wasn't from an american
@SpeedxJunkie 5 жыл бұрын
@@naomiealexandre9026 New Jersey is probably the worst place for a foreigners first visit to the US #SouthJerseyRep
@naomiealexandre9026 5 жыл бұрын
LUCAS HARVEY why do you think so?
@cubshock7151 5 жыл бұрын
Chicago
@kittee6409 2 жыл бұрын
1) Americans don't usually say distance in terms of miles (bc depending on the terrain, that means pretty much nothing), they say it in terms of time (how long it takes to get there). I hear some people in the South say that something is "just a couple miles down the road" or whatever, but that basically just means it's not that far away. Most people use time for a long trip for planning purposes. 2) "How are you?" is NOT equal to "Hi!" No. If you respond "hi," people will be confused. You're just supposed to say "good" and ask how they are, regardless of how you actually feel.
@KRYPTOKINGGAMING Жыл бұрын
I want to add a note here, one of my coworkers had a father that came over from Hong Kong and he got out of the car when the police pulled him over. Do NOT EVER EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEVVVVVVVER do this in the entirety of the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii. Nada. Some countries have this as a protocol but it is NOT HERE. Stay in the vehicle, and if you are driving a vehicle at any point in time, make damn sure that you are somewhat versed on the traffic laws. It does help if you are able to understand written English as well. So many people get that wrong. I have people I know that are not coming back due to warrants for tickets on the traffic lights in some states.
@PC-uh3cf 5 жыл бұрын
"Don't touch the Americans." It sounds like a zoo lmao.
@johnfraire6931 5 жыл бұрын
"Can we feed them?"
@Anesthetist 5 жыл бұрын
@@johnfraire6931 "Yes, but some bite.."
@gothmogtheorc2430 5 жыл бұрын
PurpleCat we act like idiots soo
@MimMdance 5 жыл бұрын
@@johnfraire6931 You beat me to it 😆
@alcalderon8469 5 жыл бұрын
Bloody colonials
@BeardkingOfAngmar 6 жыл бұрын
I thought it was pretty funny when my British friend started to panic because he "forgot his passport", when we were crossing into another state.
@tinytelephones 6 жыл бұрын
Dom LOL
@KingDayDayDay00 6 жыл бұрын
Dom it's because to him it was probably equivalent to traveling to another country in Europe
@leonlimmer8274 6 жыл бұрын
In the EU you don’t have to be bothered, too most of the time. But the Brits did choose to be bothered so it’s basically their fault
@NoOnesBCE 6 жыл бұрын
Maybe because he thought you had "States" in the traditional sense as in country.
@chandyoclock4758 6 жыл бұрын
Lies, fat lies! You so need your ID when crossing borders!
@MrRibby88 8 ай бұрын
That is one thing i noticed about Europeans---the personal space issue. I once got into an elevator in London and the two people (Swedish tourists) that were already on the elevator did not move to the back when I entered. Instead they stood right behind me while half of the elevator behind them was empty. It was awkward and weird.
@Viva_La_Soloq Ай бұрын
"You don't tip at a fast food restaurant" oh the glory days were just 6 years ago 😭😭
@johnraumjr6383 4 жыл бұрын
dont touch the americans I actually backed up from the screen when he got close.
@simplykathrynrebeca 4 жыл бұрын
Mood
@pebblethefox3483 4 жыл бұрын
Same
@vattene2493 4 жыл бұрын
Same
@kxndyyy 4 жыл бұрын
Lmao
@uzoamakaebin259 4 жыл бұрын
😭😭😭
@zeusthechosen 6 жыл бұрын
I live in America wtf am I watching this for (edit) Its been 2 years and 11k likes. (double edit) I don’t know why I said that sound, I like a loser.
@Big_Loo 6 жыл бұрын
Because you chose to.
@Rxzarue 6 жыл бұрын
XD same me too
@AlexisGolzman 6 жыл бұрын
Because you're cheking what someone says about America.
@shamelleism 6 жыл бұрын
Entertainment much same.😂
@einhide 6 жыл бұрын
Dude same lol
@legoboy-ox2kx Жыл бұрын
Don't go to the big cities without knowing which areas are good or bad. You do not want to stay in a bad part if town as a foreigner, or worse be outside at night. Most cities have great areas for their night lifes if you're into that, but make sure you have a ride back to your hotel or where you're staying and don't walk through that bad areas, especially alone.
@RicardoRoams Жыл бұрын
Do not drive into the desert southwest without letting somebody know where your going and when you expect to be back. Make sure your car is in reliable mechanical condition. Fill the tank. And always pack lots and lots of water.
@b.a.jordan1857 4 жыл бұрын
Here’s a tip: if you’re driving and someone lets you go in front of them, give a nod or wave of gratitude.
@unknowncreates6211 4 жыл бұрын
Also do that if your crossing a road without a stoplight wave at the driver who let you go or just smile 😊
@gabrovec18 4 жыл бұрын
thats in europe too
@bZLxcz 4 жыл бұрын
Lol that's common in a lot of countries my friend not only in the US
@edgarpizano823 4 жыл бұрын
True
@leticiakastrup7588 4 жыл бұрын
This is universal though
@jefferyashcraft7030 4 жыл бұрын
Don’t get offended when talking to locals and they seem very blunt. It is typical of Americans to speak their mind if they have an opinion.
@totallycrazystudios1801 4 жыл бұрын
We can be pretty opinionated.
@lizabellmsp8325 4 жыл бұрын
not really.
@Saboguin 4 жыл бұрын
Freedom of speech can suck sometimes
@strangerdanger1135 4 жыл бұрын
Only in America, people.
@rob585 4 жыл бұрын
Because we can
@ngut5915 Жыл бұрын
I haven't got the money or the intention to travel to the us anytime soon, but I still got to enjoy the video and learned a lot. Great content. Keep up the good work!
@Moxilock Жыл бұрын
Specifically for New England/Mountain weather. It changes at the drop of a dime. It doesn't matter that it was 90 and sunny when you started hiking, it might be 10 and snowing when you're halfway up, or just pouring rain. Luckily this is only an extreme issue in the mountains, so come prepared.
@DuncanDisordely Жыл бұрын
Taxi driver in Providence RI told me “if you don’t like the weather just wait 5 minutes” turned out to be great advice
@matth152 Жыл бұрын
Especially Mount Washington
@Gaideness 5 жыл бұрын
How about don't get upset when Americans say "Uh-huh" or "Sure" or "No problem" when you were expecting "You're welcome." To us, it means the same.
@thecrazytophatman7304 5 жыл бұрын
But that’s not what they mean you can see the confusion
@thomasd1776 5 жыл бұрын
It's a cultural thing. Those are acceptable, and commonly used, ways of saying "You're welcome". Same as if I went to the UK and was offered a fag, I would look at you like you were mental since to us the word fag is a derogatory slang word for a homosexual person. As an American, it makes perfect sense where if you were thanked for something and replied "No problem" because it was not a problem for us to take a second of our time and help you with whatever you needed.
@tayh3645 5 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, I remember talking to a British immigrant who got super confused when I said 'no problem' instead of you're welcome.....funny thing is 'you're welcome' is almost never used anymore except when it chidingly precedes gratitude for not being expressed, or when trying to be cutting because you're mad. So oddly enough, at least where I live, 'you're welcome' has really negative connotations.
@zacharyharris5275 5 жыл бұрын
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@Little_Miss_Carrex 5 жыл бұрын
im dutch and i say uh-huh to my (also dutch) friend all the time and she gets so annoyed by it
@Lilka20061990 5 жыл бұрын
In big cities, DO NOT walk slow. Just DON’T! Slow walkers are not liked here lol
@MarpoLoco 5 жыл бұрын
I thought it's the "land of the free"? I decide for myself how fast I walk. I also don't complain about racing people around me.
@yuh_lentina 5 жыл бұрын
they are disliked everywhere bc it's just obnoxious
@mojo3443 5 жыл бұрын
I will literally push you out of the way while apologizing to you
@ZomBunny 5 жыл бұрын
YES! If there's a lot of foot traffic try to match pace with everyone else or you WILL get pushed, we will break our own personal space rule if you are being a hindrance to the hundreds if not thousands of other people who are trying to walk. If I'm walking to work, I don't want some slow walking tourist making me late because they refuse to match pace, or have stopped in the middle of a busy sidewalk.
@7wy573D 5 жыл бұрын
This only applies to metros. Not big cities but gigantic.
@petrahulett Жыл бұрын
Thank you Mark🤗 love all your videos. Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭
@julzhotti5466 9 ай бұрын
Her a suggestion of one thing yous Americans don't tell us not to do, which my mate found out the hard way when police pulled him over, he got out the car ready to say "g'day" & the cops drew their guns. Aussies are free to get out the car when pulled over by cops & we have a friendly chat. I, myself have got out the car many times so I'm glad to know this before going to America.
@jeremiahcleveland1956 6 жыл бұрын
DON'T DRIVE ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE ROAD
@theapparatus 6 жыл бұрын
Sure you can. Just won't get far.
@kylemontano228 6 жыл бұрын
Jeremiah Cleveland nah it's fine people will swerve
@48fanfromky 6 жыл бұрын
I've actually seen a few people do that outside of an airport. lol
@Marylandbrony 6 жыл бұрын
We had a whole war to not drive on that side of the road!
@Mindwipe96 6 жыл бұрын
theapparatus He didn’t say you can’t. He said DON’T do it.
@flappersflappers8620 6 жыл бұрын
I live in the USA. Why the hell am I watching this at 2 in the morning??
@Andrescxli 6 жыл бұрын
Flappers Flappers 😂😂😂
@isaacbeitzel2586 6 жыл бұрын
Lol, it's 2:27 a.m. for me
@TranquilQuartet 6 жыл бұрын
2:31 a.m. for me, lol
@tuxgames2947 6 жыл бұрын
It's 2:33 right now...
@mailc3p477 6 жыл бұрын
Flappers Flappers I don't know I'm watching this at 4AM.... I also live in America XD
@sammencia7945 Жыл бұрын
1) Do not discuss politics 2) Do not discuss gun ownership 3) Do not discuss lack of UHC
@burntieburntwell7111 Жыл бұрын
I worked in Texas for a company stationed in a much smaller state. They put together a lunch meeting for all of the Texan employees to meet in central texas. This was 300 miles away from me (in Texas). The point is that even the smaller states in the US don’t realize how big Texas and other states can be. A visit could take you weeks to see everything you want to see in just Texas alone. My advice would be figure up time and gas and mileage before you plan road trips here.
@sorrenzz3610 4 жыл бұрын
“Don’t touch the Americans” im American and this made me laugh so hard for some reason. Though it’s quite true.
@woltersworld 4 жыл бұрын
That is the part of the video I get the most comments on :)
@hamedabubakr7584 4 жыл бұрын
The question is whether that includes hand shakes as well. Or it depends?
@sorrenzz3610 4 жыл бұрын
Hamid S Hamid hand shakes are very common in America
@pugmommy9865 4 жыл бұрын
@@hamedabubakr7584 Hand shakes are common when meeting someone. High fives and fist bumps are also common, but no cheek kissing or hugging, if you do that people will get uncomfortable.
@jeffk464 4 жыл бұрын
Well basically we are still somewhat brits.
@NiminaeOld 4 жыл бұрын
DON'T: Talk to Americans about America. It's a sensitive subject.
@jaekel4661 4 жыл бұрын
why is this the case?
@internetmafia8681 4 жыл бұрын
Jaekel Scape America is a love- hate relationship for Americans
@valerieparker2242 4 жыл бұрын
@@jaekel4661 It isn't the case. That's only the stupid leftist democrats that don't like America.
@greatnessawaits4151 4 жыл бұрын
Internet Mafia Only for the left. They despise America
@silverfruit14 4 жыл бұрын
@@jaekel4661 This might get into politics, but politics in the US are worse than any other country
@lally754 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this vídeo! Very interesting and useful 🙏🏻
@AZUREYENX Жыл бұрын
Nice video! Me and my family are going to visit Seattle next month. Really learned a lot. Thank you.
@satahatanasio4130 3 жыл бұрын
"Honey don't touch the Americans it makes them nervous." I'm dying at this!
@kadiejones4097 3 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣 It’s so true though. We are “arm’s distance”, “skip the seat” kind of people 😂
@scareditymays6yearsago477 2 жыл бұрын
@@kadiejones4097 or if your a guy in the restroom if there’s five stalls there only three
@marcchavez6658 2 жыл бұрын
Touching the Americans at your own risk; If you do touch this American, and are a male it's not recommended unless if your life insurance is paid up to date, if it's your wife or girlfriend just remind her, the standard feed apply, not responsible for any bites, loss of limbs, or pregnancies that might occur. Whatever you do, do not, I repeat, do not feed the Americans after midnight or call out their name out three times in a row.
@keyalpha1 2 жыл бұрын
What? Don't touch? If I can't touch asses on the subway, how am I supposed to get dates?
@whomidity3953 2 жыл бұрын
Don't touch the glass they get really shy
@ThePhantomLion 4 жыл бұрын
"Don't touch the Americans" I need this on a T-shirt
@Mitche23 4 жыл бұрын
I can make that 😉
@soup6482 4 жыл бұрын
Mitche23 bruh he was joking
@zerkmain7041 4 жыл бұрын
Took bro 3 hours to figure out the design you go man! Props on being quick to make what your customers want even if it was a joke 😂 Its show you got the skills to pay the bills!
@Mitche23 4 жыл бұрын
@@zerkmain7041 thanks 😁
@Mitche23 4 жыл бұрын
@@zerkmain7041 I wasn't joking. People want something, I can make it. It's market supply and demand tactic, simple.
@Cybernaut551 Жыл бұрын
I enjoy your helpful reviews & advice, thank you!
@films-n-stuff Жыл бұрын
Here's my totally unbiased "Don't" as a Midwesterner: Don't assume the Midwest is just fly-over country. There's plenty to do in the Midwest!
@woltersworld Жыл бұрын
Preach!!!!
@raymondgonzalez3947 6 жыл бұрын
Don’t get offended when you say “thank you” and the reply is “uh huh”
@counterfit5 6 жыл бұрын
raymond gonzalez or "yup"
@CarbonPhoenix96 6 жыл бұрын
raymond gonzalez its in the context of how they say it. Tone makes a big difference
@Lily_May 6 жыл бұрын
as a canadian I think I would hate someone saying "uh huh". I rather people say "Your welcome". But America is different and I have to accept that
@mightycat866 6 жыл бұрын
Lily Stanyer In the south you'll find "You're Welcome" and "Of course"
@howardbaxter2514 6 жыл бұрын
In the South we usually say "your welcome" or "no problem."
@brookelyncowles2458 6 жыл бұрын
What am I doing here I live in the U.S.
@PanzerMan332 6 жыл бұрын
Same, I just wanna know what other people think of us.
@cassiec9222 6 жыл бұрын
I live in the U.S and I wanted to make sure the video was accurate
@KyokuiGhostASMR 6 жыл бұрын
Panzer Man they think that SMILING IS FLIRTING
@knuddelkatze452 6 жыл бұрын
Spooky The-Ghost I am from europe and never felt that smiling was flirting!
@thewatcher3576 6 жыл бұрын
I asked myself that but then remembered I just came here to see if there are triggered people commenting
@alexsoma3720 9 ай бұрын
Thank you man! I love your videos, very useful and also instructive. Keep it up, peace!
@arseneken Жыл бұрын
LA tips: 1) Dog city. Feel free to pet/talk to dogs, but make sure to ask the owners permission first, especially if it’s a large dog. Don’t try to pet service dogs, they’re on the job, but it never hurts to ask. 2) If you are lost/need something, don’t be afraid to ask. People will usually be very patient and try to explain to the best of their ability, especially if you are a tourist. 3) The ocean is cold, like cold cold. 4) Taco trucks, street food and strip mall restaurants are some of the best foods you’re going to find anywhere, fancy restaurants should be left alone. 5) Do not drink alcohol outside. That includes parks and the beach. That’s a big no no. If you are going to smoke marijuana on the street, try to do it away from children, and expect people saying “daaaamn” as they drive by, they usually mean it in a positive way.
@CreeseDF Жыл бұрын
@Fritiof Geisler yeah they'll ask you for stuff. ignore them, and dont go to LA
@thegreypath1777 Жыл бұрын
@Fritiof Geisler - It depends on where you go. Some cities, they are everywhere. Other cities, you won’t see any. Ask in advance. We usually just ignore them.
@jdiluigi 4 жыл бұрын
UPDATE: The cigarette purchase age has since increased to 21 years old.
@alecmanna3143 4 жыл бұрын
jdiluigi depends on state. Each state is different
@jeffknonig8743 4 жыл бұрын
No. FDA passed federal law. If someplace ANYWHERE in the country is selling to anyone under 21 they are breaking the law
@jdiluigi 4 жыл бұрын
Imagine if you were 20 and buying smokes for a couple years and wake up to find you have to wait till your next birthday to get them legaly again.
@jeffknonig8743 4 жыл бұрын
@@jdiluigi Sometimes if you were previously allowed to do something before a law you get "grandfathered in" meaning only people under 18 have to wait untill 21. I do not know if they have decided to do that. Probably not
@danielgrimes7659 4 жыл бұрын
Not allowed to look at internet porn until you are 18. Yeah right
@spritepunk 3 жыл бұрын
To all foreigners: Yes, the US is THAT BIG. Don't try to hit all the major cities at once, most of them are so far away from each other.
@jthe1337 3 жыл бұрын
Fr I’m an American and NYC to LA would take about a week
@burnttoast26 2 жыл бұрын
Edit: read too fast, US and Euro are about the same size. When was searching, searched both in kilometers but it gave miles for one of them for some reason Europe is 3.9 million sq kilometers. *The US without Hawaii and Alaska is 8.1 million square kilometers.* The US is over twice the size of Europe, or about the size of all Australia.
@sketchycat6223 2 жыл бұрын
Texas alone is huge, you’ll drive 10 hours and still be in Texas. It’s crazy
@jthe1337 2 жыл бұрын
@@sketchycat6223 really? I think California is worse tho
@dr.johnnysins 2 жыл бұрын
It takes me 3 hours to go half away across my state
@jacobsmith9418 6 ай бұрын
As a Tour Director who leads foreigners through the US this was an awesome video. Pretty much covered all the culture shocks that my international guests experience. Only thing I'd add is Portion size at restaurants. People are blown away at how huge the meals are when you eat out here in America. Also, don't be surprised if you get a lot of "Whats" "huhs" or "Come Agains" when you speak, even if your speaking English. Most of us aren't used to thick English, Australian, Irish ETC accents here.
@Silv3r_Dragon 4 ай бұрын
im getting used to that now, Im aussie and my gf is from Colorado, going to see her soon lol
@MasonRuinsEverything Жыл бұрын
As an American this guy know his stuff and every forefinger should watch him. Great job bro. I just subscribed
@woltersworld Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@dtendy4153 3 жыл бұрын
Another don’t is don’t be offended if someone points out your accent. We’re obsessed with accents here. For example if you’re from England someone will likely point it out
@water9584 3 жыл бұрын
Frick, I shouldn't visit the US then as I'm German. I'm very insecure about my accent even though my accent is mostly British, thanks to my South African dad.
@dtendy4153 3 жыл бұрын
@@water9584 just to clarify its not a negative thing, most people will find it interesting. more of an "oh thats cool, youre from germany" type of thing
@supmaidoods8753 3 жыл бұрын
@@water9584 People here think any type of accent is sexy so I wouldn't worry about it. Some Americans never leave the country so they'll be really interested in you
@Ashh602 3 жыл бұрын
@@supmaidoods8753 can confirm. Went to high school with a British kid in a small town. Omg everyone loved it, or said he was faking it.
@juliewilbur647 3 жыл бұрын
Not just accents from other countries! I'm from Boston, can't go anywhere else without people asking me to say paak the caa in havved yaad!!! Lol!!
@thatsnice4149 5 жыл бұрын
"Not just fat guys like me...and my buddy Jeff" _Jeff was dragged that day_
@cherrypop4756 5 жыл бұрын
Lol Jeff didn't sign up for this
@draganoiugeorge6010 5 жыл бұрын
@@cherrypop4756 he did sign up for that free buffet down the street tho.
@Donikin 5 жыл бұрын
Use me as a *praise for Jeff* button
@suwakoss 5 жыл бұрын
So sad Alexa play mad world
@agentenzou4445 5 жыл бұрын
;c sad!
@bluefalconssuck5881 2 жыл бұрын
Plan your trip around the activities you like and take into account the weather differences by Region and by Season. For instance, Arizona is a fantastic place for hiking and backpack camping, but if you think 33deg C is hot, avoid June through September. July and August can greet you with 48deg C about mid afternoon in the desert regions. When they say "It's a dry heat", what they mean is that it will creep up on you and you're in serious danger before you realize it. Also, don't count on Emergency Services to rescue you quickly... if at all. Depending where you're at, you may not have cell phone service and even if you do, help could be hours away... longer if you cannot give them an exact location. There is A LOT of undeveloped area here with deceptive terrain. This may sound oddly specific, But I sometimes volunteer with S.A.R. and every year they pull out bodies of day hikers, or don't find them at all. The majority of these are tourists, or transplants that have lived here less than 3 years.
@MustObeyTheRules 10 ай бұрын
Lots of undeveloped land here is why I love it. I don’t want developed land. I want it untouched and in its natural state without having my hand held everywhere I go like a child.
@satan9107 Ай бұрын
Preach brother! Love from mesa
@bluefalconssuck5881 Ай бұрын
@@satan9107 [Reads Username] Shouldn't you be in Apache Junction??? 😉
@satan9107 Ай бұрын
@@bluefalconssuck5881 😭😂😂😂😭😭
@OTseven Жыл бұрын
I always love your videos. For years. Thank you so so so much. From southern california :)
@mattv7012 4 жыл бұрын
Depending on the situation a simple question like “you good?” has about 5 different meanings
@makaveliba4243 4 жыл бұрын
LOL I just posted a comment saying this
@totallycrazystudios1801 4 жыл бұрын
You good? = You done for now? You good? = You alright? You good? = sassy and sarcastic I warned you You good? = Everything okay right now?
@annalisec843 4 жыл бұрын
It’s my favorite response XD
@chrissimmons9743 3 жыл бұрын
50+ In Oregon
@alsoekko 3 жыл бұрын
You now have 700 likes cause of me :D
@aaronchambers8471 4 жыл бұрын
We don’t use the metric system, we use Pringle’s cans.
@Jackson_2329 3 жыл бұрын
AARON CHAMBERS football fields
@paulludwigewaldvonkleist4039 3 жыл бұрын
Washing machines
@Aqib2 3 жыл бұрын
@yada yada Nice
@nathancamara6285 3 жыл бұрын
@yada yada and they can fit about 60 pounds per square liter of chips.
@wormperson6870 3 жыл бұрын
And don’t forget that we measure liquids in relativity to coke bottles
@themossfamily2024 Жыл бұрын
This really helped 🎉🎉🎉thanks. I'm from Jamaica
@paranira6466 Жыл бұрын
ill be visiting New York in a few months and am really excited, so this is really informative. Ill also totally count US flags when im there, im barely seeing flags here in Germany, they’re basically only at embassies and state buildings
@Lv-nq9qz Жыл бұрын
Depending on where your going in NY, you may or may not see a lot of american flags. It's common for people who live in the suburban areas to put a flag on their house, whereas in NYC, you'll pretty much only see them on Gov't buildings, in public places and in private businesses. If your looking for flags that arent american, I'd suggest visiting the UN, theres a huge display of all the represented countries flags outside the Secretariat Building.
@paranira6466 Жыл бұрын
@@Lv-nq9qz thank you, well stay in the city, so not too many flags i guess. Ive already been to the Un once (not in NY, but in Geneva) and the amount of flags was truly impressive.
@Lv-nq9qz Жыл бұрын
As a tourist in NYC, watch your back. Things have been a little iffy lately, no reason to cancel the trip, just be aware of your surroundings, keep wallets and purses close, if you ride the subway, stand back away from the platforms edge, DO NOT engage (talk back at, tease or question) with the people on the street or in the subway that are clearly mentally ill or look like they are drunk or high, and remember that slower traffic moves to the right (especially on sidewalks, stairs, and escalators) Also be aware that some streets in NYC run through the entire borough that they are in. I once assisted a very lost German couple who were on Bedford Avenue in Crown Heights when they wanted to be in Williamsburg. Bedford Avenue runs through almost the entire borough of Brooklyn and goes through various different neighborhoods. Broadway in Manhattan and Queens Boulevard in Queens are two other examples of very long streets, so make sure you double check the address before you start heading out.
@paranira6466 Жыл бұрын
@TheBiggerFish🇺🇦 but i really want to see something different- im mentally prepared for a culture shock
@rareosts5752 2 жыл бұрын
Another one: Don't get offended if you say "Thank you" to someone and their response is "Uh huh" or "Sure". In America, we say this all the time and it just means "You're welcome" or "No problem at all", it's a polite response. We are NOT saying anything like "Yea, you better thank me", which I realized is how many foreigners hear it. I held a door open for a stranger who said "Thank you" and I said "Uh huh" and then my non-American girlfriend who was with me looked at me in horror. I explained to her what it means, but it always sounds strange to her.
@krystalriley10 2 жыл бұрын
I say this alot when im genuinely saying your welcome but it just depends on the situation and how to use it. Usually if theyre walking fast or with a group i just say mhm or Yup
@krystalriley10 2 жыл бұрын
But if theyre just alone or saying then ill say your welcome :)
@justanotheranimeprofilepic 2 жыл бұрын
I've gotten a few dirty looks for saying no problem from foriegners
@bobjacobson858 2 жыл бұрын
@@justanotheranimeprofilepic "No problem" is essentially the American equivalent of the Australian "No worries".
@leyenda6149 2 жыл бұрын
I think this must be a generational thing as it seems to be uncommon past a certain age not to return a "Thank you" with a "you're welcome"
@scientificviking 6 жыл бұрын
Im willing to bet 1/2 the people watching this are from the U.S. Edit: Actually from the responce to this i change my bet to 4/5
@redpandaz5146 6 жыл бұрын
We want to know how we're different
@desreversti 6 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Always interesting to get an outside look from others.
@audrey9561 6 жыл бұрын
I am lol, curious to see what might be different for people elsewhere
@8ballentertainment.885 6 жыл бұрын
Ya same
@ewitte12 6 жыл бұрын
And not living by the "rules" :D
@alancantu2557 Жыл бұрын
Other key tips from a Southerner: Don’t be afraid of small talk, make sure you visit at least one basketball/American football game to get a sense of the sports culture, and keep your eyes peeled for cops. They’re hidden where you least expect it and will pull you aside for the smallest thing.
@verhalenvoorkidzzzzzzzz9364 Жыл бұрын
We did New York (cirytripping), California, Utah, Nevada (Campertrip) and now in july we are returning for the first time in 4y with our 2 children to make a campertrip around Florida. The US is huuuuge! On our California camper trip we did about 3000 km and that was just a spot on the US map 😅 Here in Belgium, if you drive for 2hrs you can cross the entire country 😂 Lovely people, generous, honest and welcoming. We´ve travelled the world but the US is my favorite place to be!
@devinracelis8392 6 жыл бұрын
>“The people in the US are actually pretty nice and they want to help people” >Shows New York City
@woltersworld 6 жыл бұрын
+Devin Racelis I actually found new Yorkers pretty helpful. As long as you don't stop in the middle of the sidewalk :)
@isaacevilman7586 6 жыл бұрын
Now my favorite New Yorker quote, "Fuck you, you fucking fuck!"
@glenrkat 6 жыл бұрын
That's "Hello" in New Yorker. (just in the city, tho. Upstate is more laid back).
@EvilDude1 6 жыл бұрын
From my experience New Yorkers are fine, just not the ones from Brooklyn.
@corrinad4206 6 жыл бұрын
I'm from NYC and people here are friendly and willing to help you with just about everything unless it's illegal. Have you ever been to NYC? Yeah we may get a little annoyed by slow people on the sidewalk but that's because new yorkers are extremely fast pace people and we always have somewhere we need to be. :D
@jwake4803 6 жыл бұрын
Why am I watching this? I live in America.
@elsquibbs 6 жыл бұрын
LOL same here
@tiopepe2397 6 жыл бұрын
just to see what others think of us
@BY504A 6 жыл бұрын
I live here too, but wanted to see if I was doing or saying things I shouldn't. ; )
@cleartactic1299 6 жыл бұрын
same
@grantforester1864 6 жыл бұрын
I watched it to see what he said about certain states, like if he said that Texas is gun city or if Florida really is like Australia.
@fanni8799 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video! We are Italians coming to New York and Miami this summer! ❤ Can't wait to see the U.s.a
@robferguson9801 Жыл бұрын
You are such a likeable guy. Great video. Thanks man.
@TG-ni5pl 4 жыл бұрын
Okay guys I’m going outside. So I’m using this video as guide.
@Chicken. 4 жыл бұрын
TG 1234 be careful out there I’ve heard of this thing called social interaction it’s very scary watch out for it.
@jimmymac4559 4 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on kicking your agoraphobia 🤣
@josephcarver3087 4 жыл бұрын
Did you enjoy your trip to America? @TG1234
@africanjunior7866 4 жыл бұрын
Wish you luck imma stay inside
@kinkyswagfish8005 4 жыл бұрын
@@africanjunior7866 wishing him luck. Ima stay inside too
@jibcano1777 6 жыл бұрын
Don't use the urinal next to somebody unless you have to. No urinal conversations.
@BladeRunnerFans 6 жыл бұрын
No no no no, not even if you have to. You wait until there is a free urinal with no one next to you, or you go into a stall.
@tracylanda1207 6 жыл бұрын
Lol
@blademasta3650 6 жыл бұрын
Oh yea, 100% stalls are the way to go
@mrbisshie 6 жыл бұрын
What? I thought that's how we show off our "manhood" and see who is bigger! :O
@sandearcubus9299 6 жыл бұрын
But that's just universaly awkward. Not just in the US.
@mallorymiller258 6 ай бұрын
I would suggest that the tip rate in America has been 20% since at least the 90’s. In Texas waiters are paid $2:13 an hour and the living wage comes from the tips
@sleepymushroom844 Жыл бұрын
It's interesting to hear what things we take for granted as normal here might seem odd to people from other parts of the world.
@alyssamartinez5374 5 жыл бұрын
Its funny being american watching people explain things I grew up on :)
@nick1ad 5 жыл бұрын
Alyssa Martinez Right
@stalecheese6316 5 жыл бұрын
me too
@toolguyslayer1 5 жыл бұрын
Alyssa Martinez funny in what way funny like I amuse you funny like a clown LOL
@toolguyslayer1 5 жыл бұрын
Alyssa Martinez it's funny you finding humor in people explaining things you grew up on LOL I just said that so I can explain without being too rude how open-ended your conversation was
@Overcrow03 5 жыл бұрын
Slayer 1 did a poor job of not being too rude... :-/
@hellalive8973 2 жыл бұрын
That sales tax stuff confused the hell out of me. I spent the first day believing I was being scammed for being a foreigner 😂
@Ira-117 2 жыл бұрын
Oh no it’s a scam just inclusive to everyone where it’s violently enforced lol
@hellalive8973 2 жыл бұрын
@@Ira-117 😂 we have a similar scam here in the UK
@Cheepchipsable 2 жыл бұрын
@@hellalive8973 No, he meant that the price on the shelf is not the one at the checkout. AFAIK VAT is already included on the shelf price.
@planetruther 2 жыл бұрын
Hahahahahhahah that's awesome
@kingjt788 2 жыл бұрын
lol yea its a big scam we just use the excuse thats its going to the government cuz in michigan its 6 cents for every $1
@dylanattix2765 Жыл бұрын
When you go to Denver, don't overexert yourself. When they say it's the Mile High City, that is *not* hyperbole, it actually, literally is 5280 feet above sea level. That altitude is gonna do things to you.
@thesleepyvegan Жыл бұрын
1. The greetings can be weird: "Hello" usually starts a conversation. People say "Hi" much more. “Good morning” is a friendly version of “hi.” It’s always a good choice before noon. “Good afternoon/evening” is a bit formal. It’s now “Hi,” “Hello,” “How are you?” time of day. “Good night” usually means “goodbye,” not “hello”. People will often say “have a good night” as a friendly version of “goodbye.” “How are you” - “good, thanks, you?” or “hi” is normal exactly like the video said. But in a service environment, like a hotel or restaurant, you can reply to “how are you?” with compliments and maybe get free stuff or good tourist advice (“how are you?” “I’m great. I’m visiting from _ and really love Portland and all of the trees and art here”). “See you later” - when an American says this, it is often a friendlier version of “goodbye” and may not mean there are specific plans to see each other again. But if a tourist first says “see you later” to an American, the American might think that you will actually come back soon to see them during this same trip. (Many Americans don’t travel a lot, so we assume you’re on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to our city.) “Thank you” or “nice to meet you” are always appreciated. 2. Yes, travel health insurance and auto insurance from the rental car company are important. If something bad happens in the US, it can be very expensive. These two kinds of insurance are worth it. 3. You can use credit cards almost everywhere, and it’s much easier, but carry $100 in mixed bills just in case. You won’t spend much of it and can change it back when you leave. 4. In public, notice how unknown Americans around you greet you and how they greet each other. In small towns, it can be expected that you say “hi” or “good morning” to strangers in smaller settings, and would be rude not to reply. In cities, strangers may only greet you when they want your attention to ask for money. It’s always ok to ask strangers for directions anywhere, in a city or a small town. When you ask for directions, tell people where you’re visiting from and they’ll be kinder; they will see that you’re honestly lost. They will think it’s special you came here to visit and will probably tell their friends (seriously). But don’t expect them to know anything about your home or where it is. In school, we only learn about countries we’ve been at war with.
@boatlover1875 6 жыл бұрын
In a tourist spot, don't be afraid to ask for help or advice.
@VCYT 6 жыл бұрын
Like, where can i buy a bullet-proof jacket, that ain't made in China.
@HiddenWindshield 6 жыл бұрын
But on the other side of the coin, don't be surprised if the Americans there don't know any more about it than you do, which goes back to the size of the country. I remember, as a kid, taking a trip to Yellowstone Park, and meeting this French couple there. They asked us about the attractions, and local restaurants, etc., and just couldn't understand why we couldn't answer. Well, it's because Yellowstone is further from my house than Norway is from France. I'll tell you all about the local attractions in Yellowstone if you'll recommend me a good hotel in Oslo.
@philipmcniel4908 6 жыл бұрын
Why would you need a bulletproof jacket unless you're doing police work, criminal work, or just needlessly hanging out in the bad side of a high-crime city for awhile? Contrary to what some foreigners might think, the US isn't really a likely place to get shot (I know there have been some mass shootings in the news, but there have been terror attacks in various European cities over the last few years too, so I doubt the US is any more dangerous than Europe except perhaps the "bad parts" of some cities).
@philipmcniel4908 6 жыл бұрын
p.s. HiddenWindshield is spot-on.
@predbob7624 6 жыл бұрын
Unless you're Muslim
@will-by-the-bay4890 5 жыл бұрын
In the U.S., allow people to exit the elevator, train, or bus before entering.
@kevinconrad6156 5 жыл бұрын
Do that in other countries as well.
@johnpetry5321 5 жыл бұрын
That's true everywhere except China.
@Andizu1 5 жыл бұрын
@@johnpetry5321 or India and Japan. I wouldn't want to use public transport there, my claustrophobia would be off the charts!
@endersgameover 5 жыл бұрын
Seriously. The way many Europeans literally shove their way onto public transit without waiting for people to exit is just absurd
@lillemegpower2621 5 жыл бұрын
@@endersgameover Most people wait for you to get off, but there are definitely exceptions.
@andycostanzo8057 Жыл бұрын
I decided to watch this video because I am nostalgic for these types of videos from this KZfaq channel.👍🏻🥰
@steepology5985 Жыл бұрын
A thing to note about “how are you?” Being a statement here rather than a question - If you accidentally start to answer how you are doing as the other person continues talking, don’t worry. We’ve all done it too at one point or another. It’s hard to tell when someone expects a followup from you and when they’re just gonna start talking.
@shadowofthepast2260 5 жыл бұрын
I'm an American, and I thought "how are you?" Was an actual question. No one cares about your response, but still a question you have to answer with at least one word.
@txdraw 5 жыл бұрын
Answer with "Do you really care?"
@shadowofthepast2260 5 жыл бұрын
@@txdraw Sounds easy, but it just leads to more conversation on the subject. I would just use one word: "fine," and move on.
@shadowbunny7892 5 жыл бұрын
I usually go for, "Alright, you?" People usually seem to be positively surprised if you return the question.
@evanscoons 5 жыл бұрын
@@txdraw good jok men
@walmartian 5 жыл бұрын
someone could have blood all over their face and they will still say good
@WendyWinchester 4 жыл бұрын
Don't slurp noodles/soup. don't burp loudly in public, and don't drive on the left side of the road.
@fasihitv7414 4 жыл бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d5mArNJex66aaX0.html...Martyr General Qasim Sulaimani ..Dead America
@dom.rockchalkjayhawk.8990 4 жыл бұрын
If you drive on the left side of the road your going to DIE
@outcast8223 4 жыл бұрын
I drive on the left side of the road...sadly nobody wants to see me head on
@kathycaldwell7126 4 жыл бұрын
Don’t slurp. EVER. That’s some disgusting shit, man.....
@alexn1168 4 жыл бұрын
@@fasihitv7414 ok
@middlebencher9535 Жыл бұрын
Love the enthusiasm man❤thanks
@bom6330 Жыл бұрын
The thing about personal space is absolutely true. Case in point, my favorite thing about COVID is the 6 foot rule.
@jimmyfirecracker1831 2 жыл бұрын
One common thing I kept hearing when I was in Germany was that the Germans wanted to visit the US and 'drive' from New York to L.A. to Miami in a week. What was more amazing was when I told them that a trip like that would take closer to 3 or 4 weeks if they planned to sleep and make stops, they thought I was greatly exaggerating.
@ibizaxxx5221 2 жыл бұрын
As a fellow German yes it's very true i have been living in America since 01 since it makes me laugh that Germans r highly delusional when it comes to coming to America they just don't understand how big America is nor the logistics they got to use to the European way of travel
@tropicalvikingcreations Жыл бұрын
@Bo Oliver I've heard LA to Boston takes about 15 days ... So ... Eh...
@jowbabadook8530 Жыл бұрын
Honestly it depends on how long you want to stay. You could easily drive that distance in three days, assuming you had two drivers sleeping in shifts.
@invaderaidyn335 Жыл бұрын
@Bo Oliver Not really. It takes around a week to drive halfway across the US if you take time to eat 3 meals a day and sleep 6 hours a night, I'd know because I moved across the US. I'd say 3-4 weeks is a generous estimate, that's across the entire country and back. If you spend 8 hours a day driving I'd say expect a month of traveling, although if you ONLY stop to sleep then 3-4 weeks is a good estimate
@invaderaidyn335 Жыл бұрын
@Bo Oliver That's on different conditions, maybe my trip was more slow as we took longer stops for food and whatnot, and I'd assume your job as a trucker means far longer hours on the road. So of course your trip would be faster. My experience was driving halfway across the US with my family, I was a kid. I'd assume if we are doing an estimate for tourists, they'd likely have a rental car for their family if they wanted to drive that whole trip. So for them, it would take around a week to get halfway around the US. They'd spend time at that destination, leave to the next, and that would probably juuuuust total up to a week. Spend a day to enjoy it, drive to the next location, which could take around 3-ish weeks. 4 if you take many frequent breaks, 2 if you rarely take breaks at all and drive almost constantly. 3 is most likely the average. It all depends on situation.
@michael3069 4 жыл бұрын
DO NOT CUT LINES AT FAST FOOD RESTAURANTS. You will quickly become the most unpopular person in the building.
@anderstermansen130 3 жыл бұрын
People actually cut in lines?
@flooflemon8113 3 жыл бұрын
Anders Termansen yeah sadly TvT
@ieaterasers5986 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah. You would be the most hated person in the room if you cut the lines.
@poolachokka2664 3 жыл бұрын
@@anderstermansen130 In India, every god damn time
@siricecoldmars3046 3 жыл бұрын
I mean to fair you should be the most hated person for cutting lines lol
@ladams391 Жыл бұрын
Just an observation from an American, sometimes the greeting, "How are you," is a real question but still not really because there's an expected response, usually, "I'm doing well, and you," or something like that. It's a strange ritual but one that's pretty firmly rooted into the culture of certain regions
@ticklezcat5191 Жыл бұрын
It's only a real question if the answerer wants to make the response a conversation starter, ie: talking about their great day or venting to a close friend about the problems they've been having lately.
@Bankable2790 2 жыл бұрын
The gun thing was on point. I am from the Deep South. Once I travelled to California for a corporate training. As soon as I got in the car from the hotel to go somewhere with a manager they asked me about guns. I was like, “Do you really want to discuss with me?” I was thinking, “Aren’t you like a high level manager? Shouldn’t you know NOT to ask such questions?”
@matowakan Жыл бұрын
free speech
@Bankable2790 Жыл бұрын
@@matowakan totally irrelevant concept
@madchad Жыл бұрын
I was born and raised in Texas but have lived all over the USA. I don't know why Texas is associated with guns because there are states like Arizona who are even bigger on guns and have far less restrictions.
@Oddity2994 4 жыл бұрын
I'm American I just came here to find the Europeans
@dewisselspeler9080 4 жыл бұрын
👋european here
@Oddity2994 4 жыл бұрын
@@dewisselspeler9080 👋 hello
@youngthug5889 4 жыл бұрын
Wholesome exchange
@xavier9480 4 жыл бұрын
yo yo yo
@elm2908 4 жыл бұрын
Floofy Chill most Europeans know this stuff already, apart from the sales tax.
@Oddity2994 4 жыл бұрын
Don't insult our local food if all you're going to have is pizza and bud lite.
@dewisselspeler9080 4 жыл бұрын
I would just go to mcDonalds
@juane.6498 4 жыл бұрын
@@dewisselspeler9080 but thats so boring. You can get McDonald's basically everywhere.
@noname8354 4 жыл бұрын
This. Some of our food is amazing af
@jmal 4 жыл бұрын
@@dewisselspeler9080 If you're gonna visit any place in the US, always go for local food to get a feel of the place. If you're gonna go for fast food or a chain restaurant (e.g. Olive Garden or Hometown Buffet), make sure that it's one that isn't available in your country. Visiting California, for example? Go to In-N-Out, it's a state treasure! *NEVER* go to a place so common like McDonald's. Seriously. Apart from a few local variants, every McDonald's in the world serves the same basic menu. In the US, you're getting the basic menu, nothing more.
@johnalden5821 3 жыл бұрын
@@jmal Totally agree. I just shake my head when I see videos of people coming to the US and freaking out over the standard fast food. This would be like going to China and hunting around for a P.F. Chang's. If you have a smart phone, you have the Internet. People should spend some time, both before they travel and when they get here, to research real food options and small restaurants, stands and food trucks. The U.S. has thousands and thousands of these options, from barbecue places and soul food restaurants to country diners. If you want to come to the U.S., look for the real America.
@hannahsmiraculoustextingstorys 2 ай бұрын
I’ve lived in America my whole life and I can attest to all of this. I’m originally from Kansas now I’m in Dallas TX and I do sometimes get immigrants at my job (I’m a hairstylist) and ask for restaurant recommendations while they sit in my chair and I usually try and recommend restaurants that specialize in Southern Comfort food
@SH-sr5ol Жыл бұрын
Just found this channel. I love it. Fellow American 🇺🇸 living in the UK 🇬🇧
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