– “Order the small size!” – Even the small portions in the US are huge compared to other countries. –
– “Don’t ask for tea.” – Unless you want iced tea, Americans rarely serve hot tea without asking. –
– “Don’t expect public transportation.” – Outside big cities, you'll likely need a car to get around. –
– “Prepare for extreme weather.” – The US has everything from scorching heat to freezing cold, often in the same week. –
– “Yes, people will talk to you in line.” – Americans love to strike up conversations with strangers. –
– “Tipping is mandatory!” – Expect to add at least 15-20% to your restaurant bill. – – –
– “Everything is far apart.” – Just because it's in the same state doesn’t mean it’s close by. –
– “Drive-thrus are everywhere.” – From food to banking, you can do it all without leaving your car. –
– “Don’t jaywalk!” – Crossing the street outside of a crosswalk can get you fined in some places. –
“Prepare for friendly customer service.” – Staff are often overly cheerful and helpful, which can be a surprise to visitors.