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Yep, I travel a lot internationally and have never encountered someone who was unpleasant to me just because I’m American. I think many Americans who don’t travel abroad much seem to *hugely* overestimate the odds of non-Americans being rude to them simply for being Americans.

L33@inktnerd.bsky.social

I've also found it rare to meet an America hater across the 6ish continents I've worked across. Most people are excited that you came to visit and are being polite and respectful (bonus points if you try to speak a couple local language greetings). They'll also generally br very curious about you!

Adam

@adubyab.bsky.social

2 June

Simple trick; learn like 10 words of the language of the country you are visiting, Really try at it earnestly Enjoy the free drinks for the effort. The truth of it , Americans are cultural cowards, terrified of anything that isn’t our safe corporate washed lifestyle.

Andy Christ

@andyecono.bsky.social

2 June

This will absolutely not work in France.

Faine Greenwood

@faineg.com

In Quebec and France, I just say “Bonjour, je suis désolé, mais je ne parle pas français,” and it works every time

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