Thread: To speak or not to speak the local language when visiting other countries?
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Old 06-20-2009, 05:07 AM   #20
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Originally Posted by HarryT View Post
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This poor kid didn't have a clue what she wanted. After a couple of minutes, she turned around and said in a very loud voice "if they want our money, they should learn to speak our language". I was so embarrassed that I wished the floor would open up and swallow me. I think that THAT really is the epitome of the "rude tourist". My philosophy, when travelling, is always to think that I am a guest in someone else's country, and that I shouldn't expect things to be the same as they are at home.
*sigh* It's very embarassing how often these stories are all about Americans. Not surprising, you understand, just embarassing. I really don't get why some people act this way- assume the world revolves around them.
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