'Coffee shop in Salzburg that said "serving you since 1472"': 30 People share their strangest experiences traveling abroad

Be prepared for culture shock when you travel to a new country! As these traveller shared, the traditions, norms, and day-to-day life will be completely different once you travel from the USA to Europe. For future travelers, these folks compiled their experiences that made them say "What in the world?!"

Many people reflected on the history going back hundreds or even thousands of years longer than the USA. Locals are totally used to it, of course. Some people mentioned the trend of eating dinners later – around 8PM or even later. And then of course, there are people who had run-ins with locals who are unfazed by tourists. Unless, that is, if you ask for some directions — then that person will spend many minutes telling you all about the place. There are so many differences while traveling that will make a trip truly unforgettable.

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