Texas residents used to feel good about rounding up their bill by a few dollars, helping the person serving them. Now, these same people are viewed as stingy. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a Texan who doesn’t work in the service industry and who’s happy with the current tipping trend in the United States. There’s…
Moving to the Sunshine State can be a dream come true. But nothing is perfect, and even Florida residents who love their new state can have regrets. As a former Florida transplant, these are some of the most common situations I experienced or heard from fellow transplants that they wish they’d known sooner. 1: Job…
Stephanie Tanner’s iconic “How rude!” line from the 1987 sitcom Full House is a phrase that some Americans use more than they’d like to. According to data by Zippia, while some states are brimming with kindness, others could definitely use a crash course in basic manners. Zippia analyzed data from the following four categories to…
Florida’s warm climate and lack of state income tax make it an attractive place to call home. But the Sunshine State doesn’t come without its drawbacks. I relocated to Florida, spending five years there. Overall, I loved my decision. Not all the Florida transplants I met shared the same sentiment, though. These are some of…
Laughs incoming! Anyone with a few American road trips under their belt has likely come across some town names that made them giggle. Had the towns on this list been formed in the 21st Century, they may have been along the lines of Avocado Toast, Tesla, and Bussin instead of… well, you’ll see. How many…
Did you know Florida is home to some of the quirkiest town names in the U.S.? From places named after breakfast foods to towns that sound like punchlines, the hilarious names you’re about to read are as unique as the Sunshine State itself. Here are some of the most hilarious town names in Florida and…
There’s more to the Big Apple than meets the average tourist’s eye. From quirky historical tidbits to mind-boggling statistics, here are ten surprising facts about New York City that non-locals can’t wrap their heads around. The Empire State Building Has Its Own Zip Code One of the most iconic buildings in New York City, the…
In 1960, just shy of 5 million Americans called Florida home. Fast-forward to 2025, and Florida’s population is projected to reach over 23 million, ranking the Sunshine State as the third-most populous state in the nation. There are many reasons why Florida natives choose to remain in their state and why Florida historically receives the…
Florida has some pretty strange laws, though most locals don’t even know about them. From outdated ordinances to downright bizarre rules that are still technically on the books, these quirky laws will make you wonder what Floridian lawmakers were thinking. Keep Elephants Off Parking Meters In Florida, you can’t tie an elephant to a parking…
According to the National Golf Foundation, over 26 million Americans played at a golf course in 2023. But you can bet your best iron that not all of them had access to plentiful golf courses. Whether you’re planning a vacation or moving to another state, every golf buff knows the importance of having plentiful, high-quality…
