Part of international travel is the beauty and uniqueness of cultural exchange. Speaking to people from different backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and norms makes the outcome of traveling so much more than just crossing a destination off your bucket list. But the exchange itself can sometimes leave people with a bad taste in their mouths.
Although your travel intentions may not include insulting the nation you’re visiting, sometimes, certain comments may be taken badly due to sensitivities you're not aware of. This gallery includes a list of some unfortunate, yet common statements Americans make abroad that are considered rude in other countries.
Curious to know what they are? Click through to find out.