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I think it's something on a scale of in sensitive to rude to expect things to be as "American" as at home. In Europe, it's expected to order a drink at a Restaurant, anything from beer to wine or Soda. If you choose to have tap water you will be charged on your overall bill, because it's considered your choice of drink. Also, Europeans aren't as possessed by their hydrating needs as Americans. If you really cannot live without drinking at least a gallon of water a day, get a big water container and refill it on the go. Note, however, that you aren't allowed to guzzle on stuff you brought in on your own in most restaurants and cafes. That is also considered very rude. Tap water is closely regulated and monitored and safe to drink all over Europe, you can fill your container in any bathroom on the way. In spring and summer, most cities provide free public water fountains, just keep your eyes open (and talk to locals).

Not a real coffee anyways

Really are these things are your issues ? How superficial and entitled can you get.

I’m considering moving to Paris I have to visit first to see if I like it and if I can afford it

This is why most Europeans can t stand Americans.

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Actually true (in Spain). Can't see the problem tho

Same thing happens with cotton/poly dark colored shirts if you sweat enough. Must be something else, or the shirt brand, cause i wore my merino shirts full days in weather so humid, the shirt was soaked in sweat for hours. No salt stains after drying, and the shirt is a much darker color roo, which would show the stains even more.

#2 Smoking. Many European countries have smoke-free legistation and smokers are a small minority in most cases. For instance in Finland there have been smoke-free workplaces since 1995, bans of restaurant smoking (since 2009) and a point-of-sale display and advertising ban (aka a customer has to ask a cashier to show cigarettes; since 2012). Anti-smoking laws have been very effective so far, and non-smokers don't need to suffer someone else's smoking. About 11-12 % of Finnish men and women smoke daily in 2022. The current objective of the Tobacco Act is to end the use of tobacco and other nicotine products by the year 2030 in Finland. The measures laid down in the Tobacco Act prevent people from taking up smoking and using other nicotine products, support quitting and protect the public from being exposed to tobacco smoke or vapor.

I'm sorry, but this video is crap. 90% of what you said is plain false. Stop trying to make videos like this if you don't at least try to learn how things actually work in Europe.

For all (most) these "culture shocks", the USA is the Outsider. "unexpected fees" so funny from a American, sorry!

All the things that drive you nuts….. your voice drives me nuts. What is it with American women these days who all sound like Patty and Marge Simpson

Ok fun fact the Spanish america is use to is colonial spanish aka Spanish from the era of the Spanish empire, and in spain they actually use new words instead of old words

I'd say it's more convenient - in Europe, there are plenty means of transport: train, underground, bus, tram, bike, taxi. You don't need a car to go to the nearest shop! You can even go on foot to many places :)

re: Smoking It was the US that has pushed smoking heavily. The biggest tabacco company in the world to this day is an US American one. Now Americans are complaining that there is smoking in other countries? WTF, hypocrite much ? Secondly, look as the stats and you'll see that yes there is on average more smoking in Europe BUT it all depends which country you want to compare with which US State. E.G. there are more smokers in for instance West-Virginia then there are in Sweden, Belgium or even France. There for give it a rest already. The average across the US is 12% while the average for the EU is 19% Here's a little eye opener for you : In 1990 50% of US Americans smoked.

You really shouldn’t compare all of Europe with US or Canada. For example Italy or Portugal are very different from the Netherlands. Plus it’s only sinds the last 10 or 15 years that the north of Europe has more hot days and some nights. Remember the climate is changing so there’s more reason to install airco.

Sorry that are no culture Schocks... Its just American ignorance... And Lack of information

US style "service" is harassment. Harassment of the customer who has not gone to a restaurant to talk to the waiter and harassment of the workforce that has to suck up to customers to get by. It is a disgrace, and the US should get rid of it like yesterday.

One of the culture shocks that Americans MIGHT have is that people talk, not scream. And it is Europe, not Yearp.

Omg the vibe in all of Italy is wonderful I’ve been many times in fact I’ll be there in a few weeks I have always had a great experience with locals, could you possibly complain about anything else? Love you Italy 🇮🇹🇺🇸

Omg the vibe in all of Italy is wonderful I’ve been many times in fact I’ll be there in a few weeks I have always had a great experience with locals, could you possibly complain about anything else? Love you Italy 🇮🇹🇺🇸

Is it me or is there no sound ?

We were there last month and I pretty much agree with each point, save for sentiment of locals. Had a blast but would never again visit during Summer.

In Europe socialism id nothing to br ashamed of. Do not explode when someone telks you (proudly!) That they are one. In Spain the head of the Communist Party at one pojnt was a descrndantif the Duke of Medina Sidonia ( the guy who organised the Armada in 1588).

Does anyone know if I can take a ferry to view the Amalfi from the water w/o stopping?

yes, in Europe we pay 1 euro for a toilet, but we don't pay 20,000 dollars for the birth of a child calling Americans idiots is an insult to people with this diagnosis in Europe

Typical american telling her point of view, not really a video I'd recommend to some one :D

Looks like she has bug eyes. 😮😅

I've been to Europe. Wales UK. Very depressing. Alcoholics and nobody has jobs😅

Now the EU wants to lock you up for free speech. 😅😅😅😅😅

I've been to AC four times and once for seven days. Your comments were spot on. However, I enjoyed my visits and budgeted for the extra expence by visiting the resturants that were hard to get to and dealing with the crowds by just strolling and not rushing. Taking the bus with the locals, going to the beach early in the morning too. I tried to fit in with their culture and not bring out my American attitude in most issues I encountered. I do have a fear in future visits that italians are growing frustrated with the amount of tourist all summer long because that sentiment is growing in more tourist driven countries.

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Well said !! Just came back from Amalfi.. OMG never again.. !

I can understand the locals imagine they have to deal with all these tourist and crowds all summer long

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To visit the Amalfi coast you need to go at the end of September, maybe even early October, or in April. Use Salerno as a base to stay. Rent a scooter somewhere at the start of the coast, like Vietri Sul Mare, and explore on scooter. Ask the local guy you rent your scooter from where you should eat. Next day, rent a boat somewhere and go on the water yourself. Do it like this and it won't be crazy busy and you will have an awesome trip.

Paying as much/more for soda as beer.

I visited the Amalfi Coast for a week in June this year, staying in Salerno which was a great base for me to visit all around. If you are looking for Italians they are definitely there! It is easy to get around by ferry (or train to some places like Pompei, Ercolano and Paestum) and the town centre is very nice and not overly touristy. Every day I was out visiting somewhere but then it was nice to come back to Salerno for nice (and well-priced) dinner. I also think June is a good time to go, it was certainly crowded in certain places but not as much as I expected.

I took a day trip to Amalfi Coast in May once - pretty similar experience. We were staying in Salerno, as hotels on Amalfi coast were extremely overpriced. I was annoyed to fund out ice cream there is 3 times more expensive than in Salerno. Buses are a nightmare - we were going to take a boat, but it was cancelled due to weather conditions. I agree that all touristy destinations are kind of crowded during peak season, but you don't know how bad it is in reality - I live in London now and London is not crowded at all in comparison.

I can totally relate to your experience. My Italian holiday plans have a stay in the nearby towns of Salerno and Vietri sul Mare but I will skip Amalfi and Positano because they are too much of a tourist trap. The same thing happens on the Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini which have so many tourists that there is almost nothing left that is authentically Greek. At least with Mykonos there is definitely a low season when tourist numbers are way down but Santorini seems to be a non-stop tourist nightmare.

I went to Positano with my wife in April and we had a wonderful time! The best way of going there would be getting by Ferry, or having a private driver that picks you up at the airport or train station. If you go during peak season of course you are going to hate it. We would love to go again!

Ok this is going to be a fun comment to write (and send). First, I'm thankful for having run across it. Just a few days ago I had been watching some young lovely American UA-camr couple's videos on the Amalfi Coast. Truly brilliant and inspiring videos, especially since I'm a content in 4K resolution enthusiast. The views and the food in the Amalfi Coast look truly brilliant. They did most of their trip while using a rented car. Seems convenient, unlike your experience, right? Would love your input on this, if possible. On the other hand, although it wasn’t their focus, they did show the hassles and hurdles of the crowds and buses. They did seem upset at certain points, but the videos’ vibe were mostly on the positive side. I’ve added these videos on my Italy Travel Bucket List playlist and will also be adding yours. I guess I’ll analyze going there sometime in late September (someday), or actually during the winter. I was in Paris and London this early April (during what people in first world countries call ‘Spring Break’) and was definitely put off by the crowds. Finally, I guess I’ll just try to book a new trip to the beautiful, silent and especially lacking of tourists in the northern coast of my beloved country: Peru. And also save a buck while at it. Thanks for the video! Subscribed!

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This was very helpful in considering a first time to Europe for my 50th! thank you!

I was in Sorrento many years ago but never in Positano or Amalfi. However, I follow a UA-camr named Nicki Positano and she’s a middle aged Brit married to an Italian. She lives in a house up on the cliffs of Positano and shows what everyday life is like. It’s visually stunning!! They have an amazing view right in their garden, but they have to walk 500 steps up to the road where their car is or even more steps down into town or the beach. She has shown how ridiculously crowded it gets in the summer and to me it’s unpleasant being on a rocky beach. No thanks! I just came back from a River cruise in July along the Danube. It seems like a good part of Europe was extremely hot and most shops and restaurants just don’t have air conditioning. Yes I’m a spoiled American but it felt so good to get back to the nice air conditioned ship after being out in temps close to 100 degrees! I had a great experience but one thing that I learned was Europe is too hot and crowded in the summer for me.

Try the two cities after Amalfi (southward) Minori and or Maoiri! We visited the city of Minori and it was great and very Italian friendly. Beach was semi-private mostly like if you wanted a chair you needed to pay but if you just wanted to go and sit on the black lava rock and hit the water that was just fine. Plus best of all food prices reasonable and yes the locals all head onto the piazza at night to walk get a coffee and simply yak to one another. We loved it and yes Amalfi if way too crowded 😊

Hi, just came across your page. I was just there at Amalfi and Positano in August 5, and i agree with you 100%! Next time, i will try to find some of the less popular but still beautiful towns. Also, Rome is a zoo, so tremendously full of tourists. Thanks for your video!

it was crowded during the high season? shocking.

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