The majority of us bring the usual suspects on planes—laptops, books, snacks, maybe a jacket for the air conditioning. But there are some bold individuals who show up with truly bizarre carry-on items. From live animals to entire kitchens, the world of strange airport luggage is apparently abundant. What strange items have you seen passengers…
When you think about the American South, what comes to mind? For many non-Southerners, the South conjures images of small towns, fried foods, and a slow-paced lifestyle. While some stereotypes may exist for a reason, many have become unfair portrayals of a diverse, thriving region. Even the most accurate stereotypes can’t apply to every state,…
Are you taking a trip from Pennsylvania to the United Kingdom and want to be well-received there? If so, don’t share this fact with your new Londoner friends: American English is older than British English. The reason? Original British settlers arrived in America speaking their native tongue. Not too long after, upper-class citizens in England…
Do you have a flight coming up out of Montana? Make your time in the airport less stressful by familiarizing yourself with some guidelines to get through the TSA checkpoint faster. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has strict rules about what you can and cannot bring with you through security at the airport. Knowing these…
Sometimes, a fresh perspective helps us notice things we overlook. Millions of foreigners visit the United States each year, and just like when Michigan residents travel abroad, they often leave with observations. After more than a decade of living and traveling abroad, here are some of the most intriguing “typical American” things that non-Americans have…
Window passengers get the view. Aisle passengers get the legroom. And you? You get stuck in the middle, shoulder-to-shoulder with strangers and nowhere to lean. Whether you’re flying out of Florida or heading there for vacation, one truth remains: the middle seat is a test of patience, posture, and personal boundaries. It’s not just about…
Most Hawaiian residents can’t imagine not showering in the morning, replacing their hand sanitizer with perfume, or deciding not to wear deodorant. As these 14 habits show, America’s concept of “good” hygiene isn’t universal. 1: Squatting Over Sitting With the possible exception of public restrooms, Americans typically don’t squat to relieve themselves and tend to…
Cheating on your spouse may be immoral in Florida, 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…
As a whole, North Dakotans tend to think little about our air being contaminated. Many of us only perk up to think about air pollution when there’s a nearby (and sometimes not so nearby) wildfire or temperature inversion in a city, creating smog. Residents of other countries aren’t as lucky on the air pollution front….
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 New Yorkers and Americans across the U.S. 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…
