People outside North America.? Specifically the United States

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#64

Only thing with the free health care is it takes forever to actually get treated as you know so most people go the private route anyway if they can afford it.

The issue is not Americans, it’s the way they got raised. Same thing can be said about Canada. Most traditional countries raise their kids with family values, to treat people politely and respectfully, to say thank you, etc. All the basic etiquette stuff that you’d expect from a person but in Canada and US somehow this etiquette is not executed and hence we see people who let’s just say you wouldn’t want to be around.

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#65

Texas has some of the most polite people I’ve ever met. I’ve never been treated with so much respect and hospitality so it could also depend on where in America you go to.

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#66

Not that different from the 18% GST you enjoy.

Same thing.

:rofl:

#67

One of the main reasons I didn’t go the traditional education route is because it’s not like it used to be. Now it’s more focused on teaching you western values then the actual education your supposed to be studying for.

Won’t go further on this as people are going to get triggered if I do but most people who hear “western values” know what I mean and what I was trying to say.

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#68

I agree :laughing: but it is not 18% on everything you know.

#69

As someone who lived outside the US for 30 years then moved here

Holy god

It’s way better than I thought and honestly I can tell why most of the world mocks them, it’s got a tinge of jealousy

Actual freedom: literally do whatever you want say what you want and sell what you want

Vibrant life: if you stop kicking the culture for a second you’ll realize that the country likes to move; consume, why see it as bad when you can see it as good?

Easy travel and abundant land

Literally ever race and personality type and background all in one melting pot, what’s not to love ?

That’s just me and I made fun of America my whole life out of meme just because everyone did it.

I have never heard an American bring up Europe just to mock it, and that says a lot, but I’ve heard a ton of European tourists IN America mocking it

And it’s pretty much 95% chance you’re hearing any European outside of America bring it up to insult it here and there.

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#70

Or the german speaking part of Italy, namely South Tyrol :blush:

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#71

Very interesting depiction of your home country. I’d love to visit it one day.
Is wearing a veil (or something similar) necessary for women in public?
It’s selv-evident that modest clothing is a given, but need tourist women wear more?
And do you know, why there are not that much muslim countries on the visa-list? Is there a special agreement that they don’t need any? Or is it because of political / religious reasons?

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#72

Don’t generalize. Before I visit another country, I spend an incredible amount of time learning about the customs and culture just so I can ask genuine questions and have genuine experiences there. Same with @Fire, whose passport has so many stamps that he literally uses it as a flex when dating, lol.

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#73

Also, have you ever been to Manhattan? I grew up having to say “sir” and “ma’am,” along with please and thank you, and the first time I went to Manhattan, people thought I was an alien because I was acting so polite.

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#74

There’s all kinds of flavors in America. I have friends here of almost every nationality and religion and the variety of food from around the world is also vast here. I am grateful my ancestors chose this country to flee to from religious persecution a century ago…

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#75

Thank you! I’m glad you found my description of my home country interesting. It’s a place with a rich culture and diverse landscapes, and I’m always happy to share more about it if you have any questions or want to learn more.

In Saudi Arabia, women have the freedom to choose their attire, and they are not obligated to wear the hijab. This reflects a positive evolution in societal policies and culture, allowing everyone to express themselves and choose clothing that suits them and makes them feel comfortable.

Furthermore, tourists in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia enjoy significant freedom in their choice of attire. Tourists can wear clothing that they find suitable without any notable restrictions. This contributes to making the Kingdom an open and appealing tourist destination for visitors from various cultures and backgrounds.

Regarding your second question, visa issuance and tourism policies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are subject to change and may evolve over time. Saudi Arabia has historically had strict visa policies for many Arab and Islamic countries. This may be attributed to various factors, including:

  1. Security policies: Some countries are located in areas with security concerns, which may lead to fears of citizens from those countries entering the Kingdom through illegal means or with improper intentions.

  2. Diplomatic issues: Historically, there have been strained diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and some Arab countries, which can affect visa issuance.

  3. Varying policies: Visa issuance decisions vary from one Arab country to another based on bilateral agreements and each country’s national policies.

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#76

State funded healthcare systems are pretty good here, regardless if how bad media makes it seem (UK)

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#77

I live in Florida, and I went to Vermont for a few summers while in college. Me saying “yes ma’am” and “yes sir” made me stick out easily, even in dairy country where cows outnumber people.

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#78

Haha. Yes, manners (or perhaps lack thereof) are different up north.

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#79

I’d just like to point out that state funded or free healthcare system isn’t actually free. It’s paid from tax payers money.

I’m not talking about if it’s good or not. Just that it actually isn’t free.

Same with all the services that the state funds. Not free.

Edit: Not saying @EsctasyOfGold said that it is free. Just pointing it out generally.

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#80

I still do not understand what is the exact problem in Canada rn? Like you said past 4-5 years it went downhill, but what exactly? I am just curious because I have always had a perception that Canada is a great country and in many ways better than the US, for instance, in healthcare, not carrying a gun, racism, etc.

#81

I enjoy the companionship of American people in general, at least the one I know :slight_smile: What I hate the most in the US is the huge amount of weapons with so many killings, massacres in schools etc. totally crazy ! each time there is one massacre, the President will say : " Never again, we need to reinforce the law against weapons ! " few seconds later you have the politicians and the lobby NRA who will say : " No it is the opposite, we need more weapons !" It is pathetic ! each time i go on a university campus in the US i will see students killed. Last year, there was a rivalry between 2 frats, at the end 3 dead and 1 wounded !
France and the US have love/hate relationships :joy: But I think the Americans appreciate the French cuisine, the wines and our luxury items :joy:

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#82

Fellow German here. Country and media is very free (former high-ranking journalist) and I know plenty of racists (though to their defense: Germany has so little diversity that many just have zero experience with non-white, non-Christian people that it might be more out of ignorance than ill will for many.)

#WhatIWantPeopleToNotFalselyBelieveAboutMyCountry

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#83

You’re right, the money has to come from somewhere.

It’s just crazy that the UK has similarish total tax levels to certain states in the USA while getting certain benefits that people in these states don’t.

And it’s fine I know what u meant lol.

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