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Edvinas Jovaišas

22 Of The Biggest No-Nos When Visiting These Countries, As Shared By Folks In This Online Group

Article created by: Saulė Tolstych

Traveling is an incredibly vital aspect of human life – and although we occupy the same planet, we each live in a separate world that everyone must explore at least once. 

Visiting places allows us to experience different cultures and become closer to each other; on top of that, it also does wonders for our mental health and gets our batteries recharged. 

However, before heading off on your new adventure, it's important to keep a couple of things in mind: 

“What should tourists NEVER do in your country?” – this online user took to one of the most informative and thought-provoking subreddits to ask locals about the things visitors should never do in their country. The thread has managed to receive nearly 8K upvotes and 20.4K worth of comments discussing the unspoken rules of folks’ home countries.

More info: Reddit

#1 Don't Walk In The Middle Of The Road






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#2 Don't Litter In Wildlife Preserves


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#3 Do Not Antagonize The Queen's Guard


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#4 Don't Get Out Of The Car And Approach The Police When Being Stopped


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#5 Don't Drive All Over Nature


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#6 Don't Buy Maple Syrup From The First Stall You See


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#7 Don't Plan Too Much


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#8 Don't Go On A Hike Unarmed


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#9 Never Criticize BBC Or NHS






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#10 Don't Discuss Your Political Opinions With Anyone


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#11 Don't Mention Anything German






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#12 Don't Sit In The Pub Waiting For Someone To Serve You




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#13 Don't Try To Hug People Or Shake Hands


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#14 Never Kiss In Public






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#15 Don't Tip


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#16 Don't Go To Favelas (Slums)


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#17 Don't Sign A Young Deaf Girl's Petition


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#18 Be Cautious When Getting A Cab






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#19 Don't Whistle At A Waiter


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#20 Don't Go To Temple Bar


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#21 Never Show Cash Or Smartphones On The Streets


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#22 Don't Get A Traditional Tattoo And Then Get It Covered

Don't get a traditional tattoo and then go get it covered up when you leave... I'm not Maori so I don't have much of an understanding of the beliefs of it all, but I'm pretty darn sure that's not something you should do. They aren't going to welcome you back and look at you in the same light very easily. Looking at you Rihanna Country: New Zealand

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