Being an American:
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Israel
(Not so) glad to be an American
Even though I can speak Hebrew, my accent is American, so taxi cab prices in the “shuk” (market) automatically increase. Watch out for that. Just say “monay” when you get ... read more
07 Feb 2010
by Jonathan Amerikaner
07 Feb 2010
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Malawi
This friend request ain't on Facebook
As a foreigner in Malawi, locals will be eager to chat with you. Amusing and even enlightening conversations often result, but you can also expect a number of unusual or ... read more
01 Feb 2010
by Rebecca Jacobson
01 Feb 2010
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United Kingdom
Beware of taller bathtubs
Perhaps it was only in the few bathrooms that I saw, but it seems the bathtubs in Edinburgh (or generally in the UK?) are at least a foot higher than ... read more
22 Jan 2010
by Samantha Collins
22 Jan 2010
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Peru
Leave the Umbrella at home
Walking the streets of Peru, with my umbrella, I was laughed at and called a Gringa by the locals. In Peru, a heavy wool poncho is worn instead of an ... read more
30 Nov 2009
by Michelle Saltis
30 Nov 2009
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Mexico
Don't be scared to haggle
While backpacking through Playa del Carmen, we realized that most of the shop owners charged extremely high prices for the same goods that could be purchased elsewhere in Central and ... read more
03 Dec 2009
by Michelle Saltis
03 Dec 2009
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Cyprus
Get ready for some conspiracy theories
The United States is one of the international players in the Cypriot conflict, as it is well understood in Cyprus that the United States (the CIA) backed the military coup ... read more
07 Jan 2010
by Madeline Blount
07 Jan 2010
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China
Why can't I just look it up?
When in China, don't freak out when you find websites like Wikipedia blocked. The Golden Shield Project is essentially an Internet firewall using proxy servers that block access to ... read more
20 Nov 2009
by Anna Schwaber
20 Nov 2009
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Bolivia
Finding a neighborhood in La Paz
La Paz is a big city, and if you're coming here to work or visit for an extended period, it can be hard to decide where to stay. A ... read more
19 Nov 2009
by Sara Shahriari
19 Nov 2009
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Kuwait
Keep your camera away from the oil fields
Loves to photograph new places? Be careful in Kuwait. Photography near government, military, and industrial sites, particularly oil fields, is strictly prohibited. If caught, you could receive a prison sentence ... read more
16 Nov 2009
by Parimita Barooah Bora
16 Nov 2009
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Peru
Learn the choice phrases that keep prices down
One of the most frustrating aspects of being an American in Peru is that people look at you and see a big, fat dollar sign. Salesmen will up all their ... read more
09 Nov 2009
by Courtney Ng
09 Nov 2009
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Ghana
Be less confrontational
I'm an Asian American, and compared to many other Americans, I'm reserved. But during the summer of 2008, I had a chance to go to Ghana with InterVarsity ... read more
05 Oct 2009
by Joshua Fu
05 Oct 2009
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Laos
Lao people like Americans, despite our past
In the '60s and '70s, the US government dropped over 2 million tons of bombs on Laos, making it the most heavily bombed country in the world. Despite this fact ... read more
01 Oct 2009
by Gabriel Shaya
01 Oct 2009
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China
Expect an alternate pricing system
Once, at the neighborhood market, I was looking at spinach. The seller held up five fingers to indicate the price. Following this, a local walked up and inquired about the ... read more
21 Jul 2009
by Steven Schwab
21 Jul 2009
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China
The locals don't hate you, even if they're staring
The boy had just rounded the corner when he saw me. Immediately, his eyes grew wide. “Laowai! Laowai!” (foreigner! foreigner!) he exclaimed. Moments later, they began to appear--men and women ... read more
21 Jul 2009
by Steven Schwab
21 Jul 2009
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Belgium
One kiss for Belgians, two kisses for the French
When greeting a Belgian, one kiss on the cheek is used for family, friends, classmates, coworkers, and people you're being introduced to or already know. Being an American, the ... read more
25 Jun 2009
by Marina Lynch
25 Jun 2009
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Spain
Spanish girls apparently like American men who sing
I had met up with a friend in Seville, and we went out to a small bar in the city known for its sangria. After we got our pitcher, we ... read more
23 Jun 2009
by Mike Mian
23 Jun 2009
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Swaziland
Will you fit in my suitcase?
Swazis like Americans and will usually want to talk to you about the United States. Often they’ll want to befriend you because it is a common idea that you ... read more
17 Jun 2009
by Mallory Primm
17 Jun 2009
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United Kingdom
Photography tips
I'm not sure of the rules in the United States; however we Brits have quirky rules when it comes to photography. Anyone can take a picture of anything they ... read more
02 Jun 2009
by Simon Bell
02 Jun 2009
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Iran
Prepare for "death to America!" chants
You’ll probably hear chants of “death to America!” in person in Iran if you witness a rally, march, or celebration, but understand that this is essentially a political statement ... read more
11 May 2009
by Mimi Hanaoka
11 May 2009
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China
When in Hong Kong, shop in herds
Some advice to Hong Kong bargain hunters: stick together. I've found that staying in a pack will lessen the likelihood of you or anyone you know making an unwanted ... read more
05 May 2009
by Nadia Sheng
05 May 2009
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