Culture Shocks that happens at your first USA Vacation

For many, the United States is a dream destination, with movies, history, and a lot more. However, boarding the flight seems the easiest part of the process. No one is exempt from making some of these mistakes, some small, but uncomfortable. We got your back, here is a list of common mistakes that happens your first time on a USA Vacation.

  • Lateness: the United States takes punctuality very seriously and considers delays disrespectful.
  • Do not tip: You have to be very careful because tipping is not mandatory in several Latin American countries, but in the USA the usual tip is a minimum of 18% and 25% for a good service. They also tip taxi drivers, delivery people, and cleaning staff…
  • Do not think about taxes: If you have a limited budget, this is a detail that you cannot miss, one of the most common mistakes is not considering taxes when buying. Product labels and restaurant menus do not have taxes and the percentage can be from 6 to 10%.
  • Do not take into account the schedules and rhythms: in countries like the United States, the moment of the meal is something quick and functional, it is very different from one place to another, as are aspects such as the number of dishes, tips, etc. Try to pay attention to these little details, and enjoy them.
  • Pedestrian crossings: Cross thought the zebra crossing; It is a common rule that is highly respected.

REMEMBER: Enjoy your time here at USA, this country is magical and have so many thing to show, always be respectful to the culture and it´s people.

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