Who doesn’t love a travel selfie? But not all selfie spots are safe, and some areas are even known as the location of “killfies.” Here are some of the most dangerous selfie locations in the world where it pays to be more than careful when snapping a shot. 1: Machu Picchu, Peru The Machu Picchu…
Being in one’s twenties is a time of trial and error. Mistakes are part of the journey, but experts caution that some missteps can dramatically alter our life’s path in unfavorable ways. Approximately 33% of twenty-somethings spend a portion of their twenties moving to a new residence every year, and they change jobs an average…
Regardless of your stance on convicted felons, there’s no denying that laws and policies can make it easier or harder for released felons to find jobs. Here are the worst states for felons looking for employment. Ranking Felon Policies Zippia analyzed the following four factors to determine the worst states for felons seeking employment. The…
When you think of states with the most polite populations, which ones come to mind first? Online language learning marketplace Preply set out to discover whether stereotypes like southern hospitality and rude New Yorkers hold any truth. Preply conducted their study by surveying Americans in all 50 states, asking them questions to gauge how important…
First impressions are everything, especially when it comes to learning about new cities. From the bustling streets of New York City to the hipster culture of Portland, overarching ideas about these metropolises are helpful, but they can also overshadow their more nuanced realities. Many cities are made up of bustling neighborhoods, local businesses, and complex…
Restaurants should aim to please their customers. But as many Americans unfortunately know, that’s not the case in every locale. From blasting music so loud that diners can’t hear one another to setting strict table times, Americans feel that some restaurants fail in customer etiquette. YouGov set out to determine which restaurant behaviors American customers…
Tipping used to be a feel-good gesture. But in 2024, many Americans feel pressured to tip in situations where it was previously unnecessary, and in amounts that are hard to swallow. According to USA TODAY, the average tip Americans leave across the country is 18%. Nevertheless, residents in several states unapologetically leave well below that….
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…
Competitive eating has been around for a while, with the first recording of Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest being held in 1972. Since then, people around the world have set records for eating copious amounts of food in short time frames. Among the most impressive speed eaters are those who eat unfathomable amounts of…
Many Americans unknowingly act in ways that pinpoint them as an American tourist when they’re abroad. I’ve been in those shoes. Now that I have over a decade of experience traveling, I’ve developed a keen eye for these funny (and sometimes cringe-worthy) American tourist clichés. Here are some of the top contenders. 1: Everything Old…
