The number one rule of tourists in America: respect the customs of the place
One of my favorite things when I travel, is to take advantage of the opportunity to "mingle" with the residents, do what they do, and maybe take my curiosity to participate in cultural events and activities, at first sight, would escape to a tourist.
but, worship as a tourist, I hate to be the "classic tourist", if you know what I mean. Every time I visit somewhere unknown, I try to make up its mind on the habits of the residents, and try to adapt to these as possible. Not respecting the habits of the place that you host, can make your partner feel offended or, in some cases, even insulted, can create for ourselves embarrassment, or even worse. In short, have a knowledge of the habits of the place helps us to have an overall better travel.
for example, New York City, I have already talked about in other posts, is the nerve center of American and global tourism and, over 8 million residents, is so busy and hectic that, at first sight, may even intimidate a novice tourist. New Yorkers are always in a hurry, and have their own way of doing things. Many foreigners (and, I swear, I have heard from many Italian) found them rude New Yorkers, but it is just a way of being. The site NYC GO has put together some tips to help bewildered tourists, and make them feel more at ease when they visit the Big Apple.
If you want to go to Las Vegas, you will certainly need to understand the basic rules of gambling… after all, è Las Vegas! Yet, do not worry if you have never gambled before. There are some toys that are easy to learn, and are very entertaining peri newbies. GDCasino is a great way to learn the basic rules, fare and practicing online, before betting really, a return to Las Vegas. You can read up about the rules and strategies of the various games, come il classico blackjack, and practice from the comfort of warmth to your home, before trying, in reality, the experience of a real game table. When you bet in Las Vegas, I guarantee, you must be very sure of what you do! The classic and inexperienced “tourist” is the perfect chicken plucking for professional poker players and blackjack that wander into town.
Los Angeles, is known as much for its tourist traps, As for the real tourism. Take a tour to see the homes of Hollywood stars to expensive shopping on Rodeo Drive, droves of gullible tourists will be ready to enter good money in the economy of LA. Personally, advice this guide di Virtual Tourist, to try to “avoid” all the tourist traps present in Los Angeles.
Miami is known for its beaches full of “beautiful people”, party sfrenati, and its clubs. Se visita Miami, be prepared to find a language barrier, even more than in the rest of the United States! First of all, Miami there are more native speakers of Spanish and English. Also, Miami ha un “its” language, similar to our dialects… a hybrid of English and Spanish, called “Spanglish” the “Miami English”. Often, people use both terms in Spanish and English in the same sentence, or use terms that mean one thing in Spanish, but have a different meaning in “Spanglish”.
this article Huffington Post date you an idea of what you should expect, when you try to communicate with the residents of Miami.
The capital of the country, Washington D.C. (I have already talked about in another article), is a popular destination not only among foreigners, but also among Americans. With all its historical sites and impressive string of museums, Washington D.C. also has the country's best metro (but do not call, all as they would in English, “Subway”… Residents call “Metro”, come noi!). The Metro is well organized, easy to navigate, economic and reliable. However, There are many useful tips for “move on the rails” a Washington, and washington.org gives us some guidelines on what to do and what not to do, when we take the Metro Washington.
Wherever you go, you always mind the habits and customs of the local residents. This will make your visit more enjoyable, both for you, and residents with whom you will be dealing!