20 Things Foreigners Think Are a Big Deal in the U.S. Even Though They Aren’t

20 Things Foreigners Think Are a Big Deal in the U.S. Even Though They Aren’t

Many of us hold stereotypes about other countries, whether we realize it or not. The same is often true of foreigners’ perceptions of the United States. During my over a decade of international travel, I’ve met non-Americans who’ve shared their unknowingly skewed views of the U.S. with me. I’ve also talked with travelers who’ve heard…

The San Francisco You Never Knew: 15 Fun Facts About the City by the Bay

The San Francisco You Never Knew: 15 Fun Facts About the City by the Bay

San Francisco, California, is a treasure trove of unique attractions. It’s renowned for its cable cars, hilly roads, the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, the bustling Fisherman’s Wharf, and Lombard Street, a marvel considered the “crookedest street in America.” Numerous intriguing facts about this splendid city aren’t widely known. From quirky tidbits to intriguing trivia, these…

15 Countries That Criminalize Cheating on Your Partner

15 Countries That Criminalize Cheating on Your Partner

Cheating on your spouse may be immoral, but that doesn’t make it a crime. When you live in a liberal democracy, it’s hard to imagine facing a state-prescribed penalty for having an affair. However, many countries incorporate religious laws when creating their legal systems. In those places, adultery is both a sin and a criminal…

10 Inexpensive American Vacation Destinations

10 Inexpensive American Vacation Destinations

The best vacation doesn’t have to be the most expensive, and rising prices shouldn’t stop you from taking a well-deserved trip. Save a few bucks without cutting out travel by visiting U.S. News & World Report’s relatively cheap vacation destination recommendations in the United States.  The Roadmap  U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 list of…

Skip the Tip: 18 Countries Redefining Gratitude in Service

Skip the Tip: 18 Countries Redefining Gratitude in Service

Tip guilt. Tip fatigue. Tipflation. All of these words are relatively new to American vocabulary, and yet far too many of us can relate to them. That said, tipping restaurant staff isn’t customary in all parts of the world. In some countries, it’s even viewed as rude and disrespectful. So, if you’re planning an international…

15 Critical Insights American Expats Often Miss Before Moving

15 Critical Insights American Expats Often Miss Before Moving

Moving abroad is exciting. It can also be headache-inducing, depending on how you approach it. As an American who appreciates her country but has wings on her feet, I’ve moved to two different countries. I’m currently writing this from my home in Panama, ready to share some of the biggest takeaways I learned about moving…

Buh-Bye, USA. 10 Countries Americans Want to Call Home

Buh-Bye, USA. 10 Countries Americans Want to Call Home

If you’ve ever dreamed of living abroad, you likely have a favorite country you’d love to move to. As it turns out, many Americans might feel the same. Online shopping store Ubuy set out to determine the most common countries Americans want to relocate to. Do other Americans share your dream country? Gathering the Data…

14 Countries That Celebrate Liberty—Including the U.S.

14 Countries That Celebrate Liberty—Including the U.S.

Despite its reputation as the Land of the Free, the United States isn’t at the forefront in the latest rankings for human freedom; 14 countries rank better than the U.S. in terms of personal, civil, and economic freedoms. The human freedom index is a way of quantifying the civil, economic, and personal freedoms within a…