15 Things Foreigners Found Extremely Strange When Visiting the U.S.

Each country is unique and has its own cultural idiosyncrasies. The U.S. is no exception.

With millions visiting the country every year, there are bound to be some surprises, big and small, for visitors from other countries. 

Return Policies

Shocked by how lenient stores are with their returns, many U.S. visitors were surprised that customers did not need a reason to return a product.

The Flag

Non-Americans are still trying to understand why the American flag is everywhere. Schools, homes, and businesses display the red, white and blue.

Cleanliness

Law enforcement can ticket someone for littering. Shocking to many visitors. Big American cities are relatively clean, and keeping them looking nice is a priority. 

Expensive Healthcare

Accustomed to national healthcare systems, travelers can be unpleasantly surprised by the cost of medical care. Healthcare is not cheap in the U.S.

Too Much Information

Americans are friendly, but sometimes they overshare. American conversations leave some tourists wide-eyed with TMI, especially if alcohol is involved.

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