Please Note: This Video is for 35+ year old US travelers heading to Europe. Young Europeans do wear most of these styles and trends, but the 35+ European crowd do not wear them to the same extent. And the locals won't care what you wear, so this is more to help you blend in a bit better. Great travels to you all & Thank you for all the comments & subscriptions.
Wsy Nick, European countries have their citizens by the nuts and the people still think their govts have their bests interests in mind. This is what P/C societies instill in people. Quite the opposite of the founding values of the US back in the 1700 and 1800's. Why people aren't curious enough to investigate the truth in history and learn from it is just stupidity. They deserve this socialist, P/C, fascist type societies and good luck with that!
As an italian thief, I recommend tourists to bring all your money with you at once, and possibly keep them in a blind-spot area (like back pockets, or bags that you're not watching at), expecially in buses and metro. Thank you for the cooperation.
@@julioe.martinez4606 If you could change them into croatian kunas, would be splendid! cause I plan to go there on vacation this summer, get wasted and probably get robbed myself by local collegues (the circle of life, can't always win)
I had an American girl-friend in college, and when her parents came to visit, she told me they are not the typical Americans, because they travel abroad frequently etc. Dad gets off the plane in sneakers, white socks, khakis, hoodie with university logo, baseball cap. The full program. I was laughing so hard. 😂
I am from Europe and we wear most all of these things from his list. We even wear baseball caps from US sports teams. Be open and respectful, and you will get an amazing experience, regardless of what you wear
I am pretty sure his main goal is to make you not so noticeable to pickpockets and scammers. Trying to blend in with others is not a bad idea. Great broad based advice
We still know, just in Britain we’re only going to silently judge you for wasting your holiday in the uk rather than just about anywhere else and not rob you
I think it makes more sense to pay attention to your surroundings and know how to defend yourself, in case there is a problem. What you wear has nothing to do with personal safety.
American tourists I met were never rude or disrespectful. They were all very nice but worried that people thought they were rude or didn’t like them because they were Americans. Don’t worry guys! Travel the world and have fun!! ❤
as a person from canada, and visited france.. worry a little. Just be quiet and polite. They're still going to judge you anyway, but at least people will be civil if you're respectful.
I'm Norwegian and some American tourists on a boat here were super rude, talking loud and standing over my son and I. Dismissing the place and acting like they owned it. I got angry and started talking loud about "amerikaner" so they understood I was talking about them. If Americans get disappointed, they can start to act demeaning and like they are the bosses. But its just individuals
@@Sinekyre14 sorry you had to deal with *those* type of Americans. I promise not all of us are troglodytes, unable to control ourselves. I guess it’s kinda like Chinese tourism; 99% are wonderful people. But when you got millions going to a place, that 1% of arses gets kinda big in number
Missed out the BIGGEST thing - DON’T wear local tourist merchandise (ie, London hoodies or caps with the countries flag) This screams tourist louder than anything else!!
Alexandra Charlton People take advantage of tourists, that’s why. If you blend in, you won’t be bombarded by scammers, con artists, people trying to rip you off, etc
@@alexandracharlton5092 it's not about reputation it's trying not to be exploited which is very easy to do to tourists. You don't want a bright neon sign saying "I'm a tourist come mug me!!!".
d M with my hand on my heart i work in a tourist area in Norway, and everyone can come from anywhere when it comes to skin color. But clothes are sometimes a dead giveaway :D
As someone who grew up in Rome, a lot of it is also how you carry yourself. I could wear an American university sweater and no one would wonder if I was American, but an American could dress like an Italian and most people would still be able to tell they weren’t Italian. There’s also a distinct difference in how an inexperienced vs an experienced tourist carries themselves. I live how subtle thing like body language can really give these things away 🥰
Funny, I am an American, and when I was in Italy last year, Florence, a lot of people thought I was Italian until I opened my mouth. I do think body language has a lot to do with it.
@@DrVVVinK you also just have a Mediterranean complexion. My dads side is Lebanese and my mom's is German/English. So I kinda have that complexion a bit. When I was in Rome, I had the same experience of people looking surprised when I would talk and had my East Coast American accent.
Really good point! I remember I traveled to ethiopia with a group of black ppl. But I got called out by Ethiopians alot that I looked ethiopian. They thought I was one of them. I went with two of my sisters. We look alike as u would assume. they didn't get this same attention....
when i visited rome last year, i could guess who was not from there by how fast they can get through the biglietteria in the metro stations! the locals can select their tickets, drop in their coins, and collect their tickets and change in 10-15 seconds max. the tourists on the other hand, including the ones i was traveling with, struggled to figure out how to work the machines!
When I was in college, there was a group of kids from Singapore who looked nothing like the American Chinese kids. They walked and stood with different posture. Even wearing university t shirts and jeans like everyone else, they looked different.
I am German and I’ve traveled to most countries in Europe. I’m afraid to say that most stuff in this video is untrue from my life experience here. For instance, Europeans like to travel because everything is close. Of course we wear comfortable shoes like sports shoes that are fit for walking. in Germany, we have Adidas. Naturally wearing Adidas sports shoes, even to work is perfectly acceptable. Europe is not a country and the dress culture is different everywhere. A lot of these countries borrow a ton of styles from the US, including baseball caps, even ones with American teams on them. IMO wear whatever you want, be respectful, and you will have a fantastic time.
@@jkatendrecht520 baseballcaps? where and who? I'm Dutch. lived 30 years in Amsterdam and the only time I see Dutchies wearing them is to a sport event, and even then, barely. It is def mostly tourists.
So I went to Italy about a decade back and felt so out of place because I was wearing shorts and all the men had "casual" long pants on (very similar to khakis). Fast forward to last October on my trip to Greece where I packed nothing but "casual" pants. Lo and behold what do I find? Most of the European men are wearing shorts! I just can't win.
Yes, their attitude and in a restaurant they eat with a fork only. Before I thought that they don't have manners but all American first cut their food in pieces and then eat with the fork only. It still looks odd to me like you make a plate ready to give to a toddler.
@@briannagiles No, in Europe it is custom to eat with a fork in the left hand and keep the knife in the right hand. It is concidered unmannered to eat with a fork only while that is custom in the USA.
The biggest giveaway that I was an American traveling abroad was that I smiled at everyone. Once I stopped smiling, I stopped being targeted as tourist. Buying a local dark jacket probably helped too.
I learned from George Costanza that if you always look irritated, people will tend to leave you alone (except for a spouse, where it will make things worse).
In 1:25 he shows himself wearing german hat with Edelweiss (look it up). In France, he will be received better if he wore KKK robes and was carrying actual burning cross.
Yeah honestly feels kinda ridiculous. There's a lot of things that Americans shouldn't do in Europe, but not wearing normal US clothing isn't one of them...
Never been to Europe but if I came, I'd probably break about 3-5 of his rules. I don't care what anyone thinks and as far as thieves/muggers, I'm above average in both size and self-defense skills. Unarmed (over there, anyway) of course, and would STRONGLY desire that nothing of the sort take place, but I refuse to live my life in fear of anything or anyone. HOWEVER, the advice on logos, college sweatshirts, etc. is very good and this is a helpful video in general -- especially the part about women's shoes (for others!!). I'd never desire to be a mark regardless. Due to my stature, mannerisms, and hair length, most over there would probably think I was ex-military or law enforcement from somewhere and probably leave me alone. That would work out well for everyone, mostly me.
@@scott1564 It`s honestly pretty impossible for tourists to blend in. When I walk around the center I can just spot them a mile away. They wear too bright clothes and especially if they have British ancestry just have that we call it "inbred white" skin that you notice is different. What this guy said is probably mostly true just for Italy though. In my country tracksuits especially Adidas is perfectly fine. Some people even get the official tracksuit for weddings and stuff.
He isn’t giving this advice so you fit in, in the sense of what’s socially acceptable. He’s trying to help you not stand out so you don’t get robbed. Thank you for the video!
parchmentfields I agree. Like he said at the beginning of the video for those criticizing him, this is not a fashionista video. This is a video to help those going to Europe for the 1st time not stick out like a sore thumb. There are roving bands of pickpockets all over Europe. You have to be safe. Keep the bling bling at home and be smart about how you travel.
Rubaida Allen, there are roving bands of pickpockets all over the world INCLUDING the states I was robbed twice in the US and warned not to roll my car window down when stopped at traffic lights lol.
Christabel Forrest you are right. First time I went to DC. A man pulled a knife on my boyfriend outside if McDonald's we ran inside and nothing happened but we were very scared. Last year we went to Myrtle Beach and there was a shooting in the parking lot of the main mall. Very scary, but of course the news talk about the drug cartels in Mexico and not what happens every day in the US towns.
As an Italian I wanna give you guys some tips because I want you guys to have the best experience in Italy while you stay here... just do not carry too much money with you and avoid backpacks, here nobody uses them so you’ll be spotted as a tourist in less than 30 seconds Another tip for at the airport don’t EVER leave your bag/backpack alone even if you’re talking with someone and the bag is right beside you they’ll take it anyway, even if you’re right here ( a little thing that you can do ,I do this too, is put a loud keychain around it so if someone moves it you can hear it) Keep your eyes wide open in the subways especially in Rome, there are some group of teenagers, mostly very young people that just steal from you (pockets, bags ecc) and you will don’t notice it until you will need some money for a simple gelato You can’t do much for them, even the police can’t do much for them, just AVOID them or protect your stuff from them A tip for women is to put your money or credit cards in your bra with a little purse, a sock or even a small napkin (I do it too, it’s not that uncomfortable plus you’ll look like you just had a boob job 😂) this way your money will be safe Last one... dress as you want American people have a certain aura and no matter what people will still recognize that you’re tourist so just don’t care and enjoy your vacation Hope you guys will visit Italy and have the best vacation ever
Okay, at first I was like, who cares if people can tell you're not from Europe. I live in the United States in an area where a lot of Europeans visit on holiday, and they are super easy to spot as well. But his point about sticking out as a tourist and a potential victim of a crime really makes sense. But I could give a crap if people know I'm from a different place or not. I try to be kind wherever I go and it seems to work out great. :)
@@dixiebanks hat is an outdoor garment, the same goes with shoes. It looks ungrateful when you sit in someone's house looking like you're ready to sprint out any second
Dude. On point about backward caps. Heard this guy speaking French, wearing one, his accent was pretty mild he could have been from Switzerland, but he had one of those and I asked him if he was French Canadian. He was like 'how did you know?' hahaha dead giveaway 😂
As an euro myself, I disagree with these points, if you're travelling do it comfortably. If you like your cap backwards do it, tons of non-americans also do that. Go ahead and wear your college t-shirt, that might be a good conversation starter. Baggy clothing and sport sneakers might be the best since you'll walk a lot. Also, no one really cares if you're american or tourist. Be aware of common traps, pickpockets and street smart types, other than that you'll likelly be fine.
People with baseball hats look vulnerable? That's weird. What kind of hat should they wear, a beret, a fedora with pheasant feather in it? Skinny jeans? WTF
@Jim Halfpenny Not true. Even if Brexit had already happened (it hasn't) the UK would still be in Europe. They can leave the EU, but not Europe. Unless they figure out a way to move the entire country to a different continent that is
Jim Halfpenny we hate our country too but since our political system is made up of brainlets who can’t just let something happen, brexit hasn’t happened yet
Marc Boris is getting everyone to paddle Britain over the mid Atlantic ridge, placing us in the north American plate. He is looking for some cold and wet enough to keep us happy. If we push Ireland out of the way then it's tough titties.
@@la7dfa Agreed. Even if you don't look like an American, when you open your mouth, you sound like an American. So why change the dress code? If you do it, do it for fun. But you're not going to change your accent in every country you visit. You are what you are.
I’m proud to be from the USA. I am from Detroit so on the streets my situational awareness is at the global urban standard. I like to pack light and buy a couple local outfits in the places I visit. I don’t kid myself that I’m in some way fitting in. If you treat people with respect don’t act like you run the place. Most people will steer you right. It’s good to assume that you will get the bad end of a few deals that’s how you learn. Don’t let petty concerns ruin a rare and precious experience.
This guy is so super sweet. Been binge-watching these vids for a week and a half now (hi and a wave from Estonia) and it seems traveling a lot makes a person really nice. Good luck to you and your family, you deserve it
@@bolma1910 , last year we had a visit to Tallin Estonia, unfortunately it was only for a day, but we loved it! Such a nice place to walk and chill and such friendly people. We must return!
European do wear most of the items which you listed, we know that you are Americans no matter what you are wearing, be who you are and relax, you are our guests.
I’ve heard this before, but everyone is always surprised I’m American when I’m traveling. I don’t know what it is that I’m doing/not doing. Tbh, I’m proud of where I’m from and not trying to hide it....oh well
If you want an information from a European, do not yell from a 10 yards distance: "Excuse meeeee, excuse meeee, excuse meeee!" Start by asking: "Do you speak English?"
I ususally prefer people to come up to me and start with: "Excuse me, do you speak English?" That's probably how I would approach the isse, but I've seen many people just starting to speak in English without even asking, hoping you'll understand them. I think that's very uncomfortable, if you can't speak English. I used to take the train a lot and once had a tourist who bought a ticket at the ticket machiene the day before he wanted to travel. He already tried talking to a few people and I had to explain him he couldn't use the ticket, because it should've been used the day prior since he forgot to set the right day for the time of travel. The poor guy finally found someone who understood him & was able to explain the ticket to him and learned he had to buy the ticket again. I ususally really like helping people lost at a train station, I've sent quite a lot of them to the right platforms or find the right trains.
I love to see American tourists. They're the best customers I ever had in the hospitality far away from other countries tourists. Americans are always happy and they tend to make the things easy.
A cowboy hat is a great piece of gear in Europe. You have a built in sun screen and umbrella. I always take a Stetson to Europe. And I also wear Ariat cowboy boots with rubber soles - they look great, and the cobblestones present no problem. There are also a lot of Western afficionados in Europe who love the cowboy look.
me: so if i dress like this people won’t be able to tell im a tourist? nice!! i'm kind of tired of getting shit stolen every time i go to europe also me: *is asian*
We have a lot of Asians living in Europe. Most of them don't get robbed at daily basis... I don't know what kind of tourist you are. But if your wear a flashy camera in front of you, then you look like a rich tourist. Or if you go to denmark or poland and want to buy a chewing gum, dont pay with a 500€ note. Firstly 500€ notes show you are rich, and both countries don't use the €. Rich confused looking tourists are the main target it any country Just walk around like you would in your capital city. So don't be flashy with your value items and don't use your phone 24/7 as a map. In general in €-zone only have 50€ notes or smaller on you and in the other countries go for relativ small bills too (and research beforehand what currency that country uses). Don't stay an hour at the central train or central bus station, look as if you do know where you are going when you leave the station. Don't wear high end fashion shoes. And to street sellers/people with a "worthy"case/free flowers don't engage with those people, just give them a hard no I've known several people who got robbed in Europe and Asia just because the didn't follow those rules. I've been to all european and several asian countries and never got robbed
@@jaredwilliams6853 well i agree with you in norways provinces. Nothing ever gonna happan there. Barcelona is kind of known for its petty theft. In the subway i even did see 2 tourists getting hit by 3 thiefs loosing every value they have. So yes we europeans might not have guns, still crime is there as well. As white guy i have been walking through some of LA's and Chicago's bad hoods. And im wearing a gold neckless. Nothing ever happened to me either. Still when a japanese tourist showing 5000-10.000$ to buy a chewing gum for 1$ you know bad stuff can happen. Not having those notes under controle while drug addicted were looking at it just never is safe. So when I say flashy I don't talk about a person who knows what he is doing. But rather a person who doesnt.
In Germany I can tell if asians are from Germany or if they come from an Asian country. Tourists mostly have a better sence of fashion, so we will spot you if you are overdressed.
For me as a Swiss, the biggest "give away" that you are American, is wearing shorts (mostly Khakis), when its really not shorts weather at all. That screams "I am American, and I am here on a holiday" so much. Nothing wrong with that, its just funny.
You’re absolutely right. American men do not like to dress up! I was born in Brazil, I took me a long time to accept this lack of “elegance, from the American men, but after living 40 years in the USA I got it! My husband is from Michigan, he hates to dress up, shorts and sneakers everywhere,The point is, what it matters ,is how he treats me,, and he is Gorgeous! He does not need clothes to make him beautiful inside and out
I live in San Diego, I'm too hot in pants if the weather is above above 60F/15C. So above that I'm keeping cool wearing khaki cargo shorts, anywhere in the world. It's funny if other don't do that ;)
Im from New Zealand living in Germany and I wear shorts even in winter. Wearing shorts doent mean it has to be for a particular weather. It may be a little bit colder, but that doesnt mean you get cold wearing shorts. Just like Icecream, why does it have to be a summer thing, when you can enjoy icecream all year round.
Americans need to understand Europe is a continent. Not a country. What might be true for Italy, isn't true for the rest. And dumb Amsterdam people take me for a tourist there, though I am 100% Dutch... 🙄 Anyway... Advice for the guy in the movie. Europe is a continent, not a country...
I broke a lot of those rules. Especially with the ball cap. I’m bald like you and I have to protect myself from the sun! I go in winter and it’s always warmer than it should be! No pickpocket issues, thankfully. I do walk fast and keep deep pockets. Keep items in my front pockets. Sometimes when people speak to me on English, I respond in Spanish! That might throw them off a bit, especially in Eastern and Central Europe! Good information to know.
@@brotherskarafuchov6315 adidas is applicable in villages in Russia. You should also have a bucket or a bottle of cheap beer in your hand to complete your style image
I’m European and I like to wear baseball caps all the while, especially backwards. Mainly wear American caps and American t shirts. I’m not a teenager either, I’m 50. It’s just what I like to wear. Now I know why I keep getting all those strange looks lol. I even drive an American car. I love Americans!
Nikoléta Pióro you aren’t the most respectful either. Indiana is known for their German influences because of how many German immigrants that have fleed during wars. Don’t act so smart when you guys do the same Stupid shit. You are generalizing a whole country based on a few people. So stop being a dick.
@@imbiork Do you realize how many of OUR ancestors died there? I don't disagree with you about Americans. When I'm traveling, I'm struck by how loud we are. I've even pretended not to be American when around American tourists, and started speaking a different language, because I'm embarrassed. But, my point is that many of us do have great respect for historical places and are sincerely there to learn and show our respect. Many of us are idiots, but we aren't all idiots. ;-)
Glad you explained what behavior you disliked from Americans, being (from the states lol) and i totally understand how you feel most Americans that travel ack like they are still in the states
Being from Europe, I have NO idea what you're talking about. It might be true for just that specific location is Rome, or any other historic touristic place. But all the things you describe as NOT to wear, are all pretty main stream in Europe too and won't give away you're a tourist. That would probably be more thanks to being in an actual VERY touristy place.
For me, it's the gestures and the specific manner in which light catches in a person's eyes that makes me tell if the language a person is using in their head, in their thoughts, is American English or not. There's just something about HOW a person moves or HOW a person looks at something, that makes it obvious.
And you will go home having been robbed and/or your hotel room ransacked. You want to stick out like a sore thumb? Great! Just don't bitch when the above happens.
@@SwampSurgeon nope. That's how you recognize old European tourists. Younger generations wear casual regular clothes and I think most of the time you wouldn't recognize them.
I was born and raised in Europe, and have travelled in 12 european countries and I like your effort to educate other Americans. But..... it is not the clothes or shoes that give the Americans away - it is when you open your mouths we know where you come from. And we do not even have to turn around to see your hats or shoes :-) - we hear you. And you speak rather loud and we can hear you faaar away. Bur you are of course welcome to us, what you wear is not really an issue. See you!
yeah, I met some RUUUUDE french students in my day. The worst of the worst. Cussing around the clock and spitting. Most americans don't tend to stick out as rude, it's their extreme talk in hyperboles and over the top kindness in general, which isn't really bad at all, but definitely stands out.
The English have taken that title. The last incident I heard of was in Croatia in Zrče. Never had the same troubles with Americans. Probably because they're too far away. Overpaid, oversexed and over here. Guess it applies to Englanders too.
Ann Helen Lindroos Nice. One reason Americans are loud is that we tend to be louder when we are happy or excited, so If Americans are loud they are loving your country.
I also live in Europe - I live in Germany but I work all over Europe, my advice would be, wear whatever you like! Dont feel like you need to fit in just because youre from another country. I wear my cap backwards just because I suit it that way, feels more comfy and I like it, or in winter time, I wear shorts when people normally wouldnt. Basically, give no fucks what people think.
While ofc you are correct and people should be allowed to wear whatever they want whenever they want, but this guy is genuinly trying to help and his advice should be taken if you are a tourtist, first of all, you live in europe, even if you havent been to another country you can mostly sense what places are tourist traps and or might be unsafe (pickpockets or scams) so I genuinly do think tourist should try to blend it as much as possible to decrease the chance of some stupid scammer or thief ruining their holiday.
@@cem13 the advice is very stupid though and it’s very arrogant to assume locals (EU-citizens) have less money than Americans which 90% of the time is absolutely not true. It’s the careless how Americans run around in Europe that gets them pickpocketed and not their appearance
I live in Norway and most people I see here wear all sorts of sport/active clothes. But it's more like a lifestyle because everyone does sports here anyway.
Norway is a little weird, yes, too many people wear their tights(women, so I don't really complain) to school and such, it's like they've misunderstood what sportswear is for. A lot of Norwegians do sports, but wearing for instance gym clothes to and from school is just weird.
@@kronprinsessan1234 Watch this video on my favourite Norway-themed TH-cam channel. Ronald is Norwegian, so he's allowed to have a laugh :). th-cam.com/video/8C-qvbPVr4A/w-d-xo.html
from the uk here, alot if these things arent exactly true anymore- maybe they were once but people here will wear baseball caps or sports clothing casually and its not a big deal- and if someones gonna tell your a tourist, its likely going to be from an accent, not clothing- just wear whatever you feel comfortable in, as long as its appropriate, you shouldn't have to change just to "fit in", sometimes looking like a tourist is okay because people can help you find things if your lost
"I am not looking like a local because i am a big fat guy"....ehm, i am german and i promise, you are NOT the only big fat guy in germany, so don`t worry :D
Hale Berry yeah, he kind of is tbh. The whole “all of us are fat” thing is just a bullshit stereotype. Americans are just naturally bigger built, with height and muscle mass.
I was in Italy a couple of years ago. I dressed conservatively, brown leather shoes, dark indigo, straight leg jeans (Levis), a black collared pull over, and usually a North Face dark brown and black windbreaker, which I bought in Naples. No baseball cap. Everyone - Pakistani store clerks, college girls from Dallas, TX - everyone knew I was an American. Unless I spoke first no one spoke a word of Italian to me, and when I did speak a few words in Italian, everyone acted surprised.
It's often the way we Americans move. I can typically tell a person's region by how they move, and how much space they take up. We use a LOT of space. LOL! And we have large movements and gestures.
Americans usually are tall and have big frames. Probably all the hormone-induced foods you guys eat. Whereas Europeans in particular Italians are more trim and a little bit more savoir-faire about things. I certainly can tell who is an Americans as a Brit.
Well I've lived in Europe my entire life and wear whatever I want. I make concessions based on event e.g. funeral, church etc but other than that my comfort takes priority. Never had an issue.
The video wasn't about that though. it's not rare for robbers and thugs to consider tourists as easier targets. The idea here is to blend in enough to not become an obvious target.
Zefyris D- I agree, blending in is a good idea. But certainly in the UK we are very relaxed when it comes to clothing but I cannot speak for Europe as a whole. I like the video, but I find videos which speak about Europe as a single place very difficult to agree with. You would not wear the same clothing in the South of France as you would in Lapland...
Having lived in Italy for two years, my advice is to embrace looking like an American. Don't look like a tourist though. Look like a rugged tough American that has their feet planted, their wits about them, and ready to kick in the teeth of anyone that tries to mess with you. And then respect their culture and customs and try your best to speak their language and understand that you are visiting their home not yours. This applies to anyone visiting anywhere.
I'm from South Africa and I can spot an American tourist from a mile away. Although, it did help me identify them from my expreince of working on American cruise ships. Another tip I would give American touris is to not carry a backpack. Rather get a sling bag, tote, handbag....anything else.
Having previously lived in London for so long, I can tell you that US tourists can be spotted a mile away just because of how you dress. Japanese tourists also instantly recognisable by the fact they move around slowly in tightly formed groups taking photos like they're going out of fashion!
@@r3tr0actiongamer24 -- I don't really think that's racist. I've only been to a few places in Europe, but groups of Japanese tourists who love taking photos could be seen in all of them. It would be a little like saying that "Americans are fat" is racist -- first of all, "American" (like "Japanese") is not a race, and second, it's very very frequently true.
I love how they are usually guided by someone holding a stick with a flag or so. Plus the confused look they give you when you pass them and say "excuse me" (sumimasen) in Japanese.
@@DAF2194 -- The stick or flag is pretty common for guided tour groups. Here's a story that's totally irrelevant to the video, but kind of amusing: I was with a tour group in Italy one time and our absolutely wonderful Italian guide paused in a famous place to tell us a little about it. After a moment she started holding her flag between her knees, but she wasn't pointing to anything or needing to use her hands for anything specific; she simply COULD NOT TALK without gesturing with both hands! (There's another of those stereotypes that actually has some reality to it.)
Europe is huge! Every, Single, County, is, DIFFERENT! Also, you’ve clearly just looked at the first few people and then made this video. Take more time please. Greetings form Germany~ Ps. Not everyone wants to freaking rob you XD
Glowing Crab not everyone but in Europe there is a large chance of getting robbed, heads up to anyone, dont leave your mothers, sisters etc on public transport alone, especially of there tied and want to sleep
Rights And Liberty i once lost my wallet in london (victoria station). the guy who found it brought it to me a few hours later and didn’t even want a few pounds £ from me as a thank you. i’m swiss btw and don’t know anyone who has ever been robbed in switzerland. we are always told that other countries are far more dangerous
John Adams EU: 4.381.324km², 511.800.000 people, 24 official languages USA: 9.834.000 km², 325.700.000 people, 1 official language. And thats only the EU, not Europe
I've worn my favorite team shirts in Europe with absolutely no negative outcomes. Some people liked my team shirt and it turned into conversation. My main rule is always being respectful and dress nicely when it's called for. I mostly have traveled to the Czech Republic and about 8 other European countries and have great memories.
I'm from Poland. In Poland tourists are our guests. Wear whatever you want to. Baseball caps, jerseys, sweat pants, etc. It depends on you only (sometimes men from England in Krakow wear just latex pants ;-) . Men should take off hats, women should cover arms and knees when in church, but honestly, you won't be bothered if you don't comply.
I think the point of this video is to advice people how to blend in more and not look like a tourist, it doesn't say that people get mad when you don't wear it.
I once saw a family of 5 germans wearing the same t shirt with a giant image of "the godfather" in taormina-messina-sicily. Don t be like those guys, and anyway most sicilians despise the mafia
As someone who loves travelling and who has lived on 2 continents and several countries the one thing that strucks me every time and everywhere is that Americans always seem to talk in very loud voices. It's just something to make them stand out even more... I have lived in Canada for a while and I know many of my friends have booming voices - but here in Paris for instance or when I was in Lisbon a short while ago, you just knew you were in the company of Americans because you couldn't escape their conversations. Apart from that, I have fantastic US friends and family and I love them to bits :)This short video is trying to be helpful not to create hate comments.
Kiki Vol-au-Vent I totally agree. I can always hear my fellow Americans because MOST are loud compared to others. I'm a frequent flier and can spot Americans a mile away.
Haha in Denmark an American can be heard and spotted from 10 kilometres. Probably because Danes are are pretty quiet people in comparison to many other countries. But Americans do tend to be quite loud in my experience. And yeah, their clothes often do give them away if their volume of speech hasn't already. 😂
It’s cold in Denmark. You probably hear Americans yelling because they didn’t bring a winter coat in August and if they didn’t have several thousand dollars with them, they could not buy one.
I've been to Europe like 6 times, including Rome, which I didn't enjoy. I lived there for over 2 years and never had a problem with my clothing leading to me being pickpocketed or targeted. I've slept in parks, in farmer's fields, random roof tops ect. I never tried to hide that i was from the U.S. I was proud of it and it opened up a lot of opportunities for me.
I love how all non-Europeans assume Europe is like one big country. Europe is made up of lots of different countries, cultures, languages and history. Now THAT is a big give-away that you're a non-European tourist. It would be like a non-American saying that the U.S. and Haiti is the same, with the same culture and fashion. After all, it's all in the same place, isn't it? In Europe, what's common in one country, might not be common in another country. You say not to wear athletic wear, but here in Norway (which is another European country) that is perfectly normal. Pairing that outfit with sport shoes (like running shoes) is also perfectly fine. If it's a sunny summer day, by all means, add a baseball cap to it as well. Norwegians pride themselves in being active, so there wouldn't be anything negative about it as long as the clothes fit properly and you don't look like a slob. Then you won't stand out. It's fine. If you are in a city, khakis will definitely not make you stand out either. It seems to me you are mostly talking about southern Europe, especially Italy, which is known for having a very classy fashion standard. But Italy does not equal the rest of Europe. We're all different and shouldn't be put in a box together. Only surrounding countries could, if you really have to, be put in the same box. But entire Europe? No way. We're way too different.
Don't forget the winter sneakers with spikes that are waterproof. Also, in the summer it can be cold enough on some days to warrant winter hats, especially if you come from warmer climates. And why would anyone bother to care what clothes you choose to express yourself with? As a norwegian, I don't understand it. People hide their judgement by proclaiming loudly that all people are important and valuable.
The trick is: leave as much as you can at home or in your hotel. The biggest giveaway is backpacks, trolleys or suitcases. Travel light and walk decisive. This is what I do in those rare occasions I have to walk through the (touristic) center of Amsterdam as a Dutch guy. I never get asked if I want drugs or feed doves.
flclub54 It’s a scam mostly used on Dam square. Strangers will come up to you with bird seed asking if you want to feed the doves and when they swiftly hand you the food they will get hostile and ask you for money for the food.
KlankOntwerp thanks for that. Reminds me of the guys in the Dominican Republic dressed up in costumes photo bombing people's photo then demanding money. What a joke.
Wow, I stumbled upon your video on the youtube and I gotta say, I was totally blown away! I never expected to come across something so captivating. It really caught my attention, and I found myself completely engrossed in your story. It made me reflect on my own life and inspired me to look at things from a different perspective. Thank you for sharing such an incredible experience!
I’m an American who happens to also speak Russian with virtually no accent (my parents are first generation), so I can travel wherever I want in Europe and blend in quite well in a track suit and also be comfortable, but everyone thinks im russian unless they see my passport
Thanks for the advice, I’m actually planning on visiting a friend in Poland and got my bags packed for adventure, I was just curious on what not to wear
I just watched a video where an Italian woman, definitely over 40 who lives in Rome, give some clothing advice to Americans traveling in Europe. She literally contradicted everything Walt just said: baseball caps are good for keeping the sun off your face, neutrals are good for mixing and maxing in your travel wardrobe, and hoodies are good for cool nights lol...etc.
Maybe she was catering to Americans in terms of how they can use common articles of clothing they already have to fit specific purposes. She was weather and fashion focused. Still don't mean u won't be obvious. His purpose in saying these items was to keep u from being obvious to theives.
This video is appreciated but outdated. I am age 54 and just returned from Berlin (October 2018) and saw lots of baseball caps (some backwards) all worn by locals who appeared to be 35+. I also saw "gym" clothes, jeans and Khaki pants. While there I dressed just like I do at home in Dallas and people thought I was a local until they heard my Texas accent. LOL
My college professor drew some critical attention from the local police on Rome. Be because he looked like an outlaw biker. He used to dress as the stereotypical outlaw biker like you would see in American pop culture. The police detained him and questioned him extensively, then let him go. So another fashion tip: don't dress like a gangster or outlaw.
This is one of my favorite Wolter’s World video. With that being said when I was in Italy in the spring 2023, I did notice a lot of Europeans are now, in my opinion, dressing in athlleisure ware. The fashion is heading towards American styles.
The man said it's not about fashion. It's about getting robbed. There are criminals everywhere!!! Open your eyes. He said it as soon as he started talking. Dam people just don't listen. You all just want to start some crap. He's just giving you dummy some tips...
Pfffft. Lol. Looks like you're the one getting bent out of shape. Chill out, this is not reality, it's TH-cam. Some people think this is real life. It's just another ding dong wanting to have their few minutes of fame via Internet, this is not a travel agency.
I'm from Europe (the UK to be specific), wear what you want. For better or worse, you will stick out but that's totally up to you but nobody will look down upon you, enjoy your stay :)
I am European too, from France. And the video is mostly true for us. Maybe not 100% accurate but still. Baseball caps are not common, runnings are not common if you are older than 30, hoodies and university clothes are non existent especially for girls. The rest I guess depends. It doesn't make you American but definitely makes you tourist.
I studied in Spain and everything he said was very accurate. Except the Spanish women don’t care about the condition of the street. They wore heels no matter what, everyday, all the time.
k. g What about Italians? I've heard they're family people, and soap operas are library quiet compared to their drama. Gonna love it when I get there 🙂
Italians and Spaniard sure do talk a lot but are not loud like Americans. Americans are just another level of volume.. You can hear every word exactly from a large distance... Like the volume button is broken and set all the time on 'I'm performing on stage' level of volume. To give you an example, if you are in a restaurant in Europe and there is one table with Americans, you can hear every word they say from several tables away or even from the other end of the room.
Because they are trying to talk over the Americans in the whole establishment who don't let them be heard in their own table. It's incredible how people have to be yelling in all tables as they "talk" like if they were in a damn stadium. Why the hell do Americans need to be so loud in places like that? You have no freaking manners or what?
Sometimes I blend in too well, tourists keep asking me directions where ever I go (even in countries where I look nothing like the locals!), sorry, I don't know, I'm just a tourist as well...
I have this problem also! I must look like I know everything! Although I really don’t. Honestly, I think it’s because I’m tall, and I guess people see me first. Must be an instinctual thing leftover from when we’re children and looking to adults for guidance.
@@lisaspikes4291 Me too. Even sometimes had the situation where I said- you know that we came with the same train? Once even had an hungarian falling of his bike because he was in shock that I'm not an hungarian
I don't take this video to heart. I think it was an enjoyable watch before my upcoming 1st trip to Europe (Ireland). I work in the fitness industry, so my wardrobe is full of track pants and athletic shoes. In contrast with this video, my personal choice would be to lean toward the fashionista side, even if I risk looking like a tourist. Thank you for this video, Wolter!
I come from Rome and in this video I can see my beautiful city. You are talking about "europeans" but there is a big difference from State to State. The italians can recognize a german, english, russian, east eropean etc only looking at his clothes... but yes you're right, in Italy don't wear all you have described!
I live in Israel and we have started getting moderate priced Italian clothing in our stores. It's not designer but it IS ITALIAN and it shows! The styles and finishes are better as are the colors and fabrics, pure linen for example. I only buy these clothes. I did find a French "trench" coat in a second hand. The detailing on the back is fantastic. I am also very Italian culturally although several extended stays in the past 4 years have shown me the gaps. But I have never stood out as anything but Italian because my Rome educated mother and fashionista papà taught me how to choose clothing and to dress. 😀Not only is it the clothes themselves it is very much how you carry yourself. I fit in so well, people will ask me for directions or when is the train coming. 😀
Please Note: This Video is for 35+ year old US travelers heading to Europe. Young Europeans do wear most of these styles and trends, but the 35+ European crowd do not wear them to the same extent. And the locals won't care what you wear, so this is more to help you blend in a bit better. Great travels to you all & Thank you for all the comments & subscriptions.
Travel advisory for you 'murricans: The risk to get shot in Europe is drastically lower than that in the US.
Bernard Kay "murricans" are an embarrassment to Americans. The term is a bit of an insult - not unlike calling a French person a "frog".
Wsy Nick, European countries have their citizens by the nuts and the people still think their govts have their bests interests in mind. This is what P/C societies instill in people. Quite the opposite of the founding values of the US back in the 1700 and 1800's. Why people aren't curious enough to investigate the truth in history and learn from it is just stupidity. They deserve this socialist, P/C, fascist type societies and good luck with that!
DON´T WEAR a MAGA CAP WHEN TRAVELLING TO EUROPE, OR ANYWHERE AROUND THE WORLD. I BEG YOU.
I'm from Europe and I made my own MAGA hat by removing the middle letters of the cap I had bought in Málaga xD
As an italian thief, I recommend tourists to bring all your money with you at once, and possibly keep them in a blind-spot area (like back pockets, or bags that you're not watching at), expecially in buses and metro. Thank you for the cooperation.
Lol
Do you prefer dollars or Euros? I don’t want to waste my time exchanging office …
@@julioe.martinez4606 If you could change them into croatian kunas, would be splendid! cause I plan to go there on vacation this summer, get wasted and probably get robbed myself by local collegues (the circle of life, can't always win)
@@HeWoNe at least your integrity was robbed or just lost …lol
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I had an American girl-friend in college, and when her parents came to visit, she told me they are not the typical Americans, because they travel abroad frequently etc. Dad gets off the plane in sneakers, white socks, khakis, hoodie with university logo, baseball cap. The full program. I was laughing so hard. 😂
😂😂😂 lmao i laughed so hard at your comment
I am from Europe and we wear most all of these things from his list. We even wear baseball caps from US sports teams. Be open and respectful, and you will get an amazing experience, regardless of what you wear
@@wdvnge same here :D
hihihi, ahw what did the girlfriend say?
@@inframatic thanks!
I am pretty sure his main goal is to make you not so noticeable to pickpockets and scammers. Trying to blend in with others is not a bad idea. Great broad based advice
We still know, just in Britain we’re only going to silently judge you for wasting your holiday in the uk rather than just about anywhere else and not rob you
Wise words Sheri
@@idkwhattoputhere4695 so your a pickpocket?
I think it makes more sense to pay attention to your surroundings and know how to defend yourself, in case there is a problem. What you wear has nothing to do with personal safety.
@@idkwhattoputhere4695 You in the UK have plenty of historic sights to see. Absolutely not a waste.
American tourists I met were never rude or disrespectful. They were all very nice but worried that people thought they were rude or didn’t like them because they were Americans. Don’t worry guys! Travel the world and have fun!! ❤
as a person from canada, and visited france.. worry a little. Just be quiet and polite. They're still going to judge you anyway, but at least people will be civil if you're respectful.
I'm Norwegian and some American tourists on a boat here were super rude, talking loud and standing over my son and I. Dismissing the place and acting like they owned it. I got angry and started talking loud about "amerikaner" so they understood I was talking about them. If Americans get disappointed, they can start to act demeaning and like they are the bosses. But its just individuals
@@Sinekyre14 sorry you had to deal with *those* type of Americans. I promise not all of us are troglodytes, unable to control ourselves. I guess it’s kinda like Chinese tourism; 99% are wonderful people. But when you got millions going to a place, that 1% of arses gets kinda big in number
Now I know what to wear when I travel to the USA
MrConsument pretty much annything
We really don't care what you where here. Just be yourself and have a good holiday.
indyjrt thats why i love the americans 🇺🇸❤
a baseball cap, khaki pants, athletic wear, a baggie US university sweatshirt and sport shoes will do.
all you need is a shirt and shoes, bc no shirt no shoes no service
Missed out the BIGGEST thing - DON’T wear local tourist merchandise (ie, London hoodies or caps with the countries flag) This screams tourist louder than anything else!!
Yeah I get that but who the hell cares if you're a tourist or not? I mean everyone is a tourist at some point as they travel the world.
@@alexandracharlton5092 thank u preach👏👏👏im black so wouldn't they know I'm NOT a local? With skin color alone
Alexandra Charlton People take advantage of tourists, that’s why. If you blend in, you won’t be bombarded by scammers, con artists, people trying to rip you off, etc
@@alexandracharlton5092 it's not about reputation it's trying not to be exploited which is very easy to do to tourists.
You don't want a bright neon sign saying "I'm a tourist come mug me!!!".
d M with my hand on my heart i work in a tourist area in Norway, and everyone can come from anywhere when it comes to skin color. But clothes are sometimes a dead giveaway :D
Americans are so sweet when they try to blend in - everyone still knows it's them 😊
Mikael Peltonen more worried about the criminals running free rampant.
As an American, I can verify this statement.
Lol! We can pick out the Europeans walking around Los Angeles also!
It's the raincoats they wear in Ireland that give them away.
@@Choleo98 So you can pick out a person as coming from one out of around 40 countries without narrowing it down... good job, no really...
As someone who grew up in Rome, a lot of it is also how you carry yourself. I could wear an American university sweater and no one would wonder if I was American, but an American could dress like an Italian and most people would still be able to tell they weren’t Italian. There’s also a distinct difference in how an inexperienced vs an experienced tourist carries themselves. I live how subtle thing like body language can really give these things away 🥰
Funny, I am an American, and when I was in Italy last year, Florence, a lot of people thought I was Italian until I opened my mouth. I do think body language has a lot to do with it.
@@DrVVVinK you also just have a Mediterranean complexion.
My dads side is Lebanese and my mom's is German/English. So I kinda have that complexion a bit. When I was in Rome, I had the same experience of people looking surprised when I would talk and had my East Coast American accent.
Really good point! I remember I traveled to ethiopia with a group of black ppl. But I got called out by Ethiopians alot that I looked ethiopian. They thought I was one of them. I went with two of my sisters. We look alike as u would assume. they didn't get this same attention....
when i visited rome last year, i could guess who was not from there by how fast they can get through the biglietteria in the metro stations! the locals can select their tickets, drop in their coins, and collect their tickets and change in 10-15 seconds max. the tourists on the other hand, including the ones i was traveling with, struggled to figure out how to work the machines!
When I was in college, there was a group of kids from Singapore who looked nothing like the American Chinese kids. They walked and stood with different posture. Even wearing university t shirts and jeans like everyone else, they looked different.
I am German and I’ve traveled to most countries in Europe. I’m afraid to say that most stuff in this video is untrue from my life experience here. For instance, Europeans like to travel because everything is close. Of course we wear comfortable shoes like sports shoes that are fit for walking. in Germany, we have Adidas. Naturally wearing Adidas sports shoes, even to work is perfectly acceptable.
Europe is not a country and the dress culture is different everywhere. A lot of these countries borrow a ton of styles from the US, including baseball caps, even ones with American teams on them.
IMO wear whatever you want, be respectful, and you will have a fantastic time.
I'm in the Netherlands and also here many wear Adidas and similar and also baseballcaps. People should wear what ever makes them comfortable!
As someone traveling to Germany soon, thank you.
@@jkatendrecht520 baseballcaps? where and who? I'm Dutch. lived 30 years in Amsterdam and the only time I see Dutchies wearing them is to a sport event, and even then, barely. It is def mostly tourists.
Just don't wear ice white running shoes that's all
Thank you for this information and very sound advice!
Exception:
If you go to Serbia or Russia you can ABSOLUTELY wear the Adidas track suit and shoes. Nike or Puma as well. You will fit right in.
In Romania is the same thing.
@@RaduErdelyi Yes...It's a Balkan thing. Albania too.
What about Ukraine? Adidas good there as well?
And the uk
@@dingleberryhandpump802 Yes. But in Kyiv it's better to wear nicer clothes if you want the hot bitches
Mark: Don't wear athletic wear in Europe
All of Eastern Europe: _YELLS IN ADIDAS_
Wavanova all europe you Mean HARD BASS
As a Russian, I can confirm
True in UK we know if they come from Eastern Europe :-)
This video was filmed 2 years ago and the adidas trend is kinda new in Europe, but in fact now people wear more sports shoes than they used to.
@@Arek.Arkadiusz i think u dont really know how long eastern dudes have been wearing adidas
So I went to Italy about a decade back and felt so out of place because I was wearing shorts and all the men had "casual" long pants on (very similar to khakis). Fast forward to last October on my trip to Greece where I packed nothing but "casual" pants. Lo and behold what do I find? Most of the European men are wearing shorts! I just can't win.
To be honest, Europeans can spot an American regardless of clothing.
yeah, their weight is a great signal. Is in pounds rather than kg. Ba dum tsss
Yes, their attitude and in a restaurant they eat with a fork only. Before I thought that they don't have manners but all American first cut their food in pieces and then eat with the fork only. It still looks odd to me like you make a plate ready to give to a toddler.
Lien Bijs what? Are you a savage animal? Do you just put your mouth to the plate? 🙄
@@briannagiles No, in Europe it is custom to eat with a fork in the left hand and keep the knife in the right hand. It is concidered unmannered to eat with a fork only while that is custom in the USA.
In America, we can easily spot northern Europeans from the haircut. Germans really stick out. Also, Europeans seem slim.
The biggest giveaway that I was an American traveling abroad was that I smiled at everyone. Once I stopped smiling, I stopped being targeted as tourist. Buying a local dark jacket probably helped too.
NYC's that way. Nobody looks at one another or holds the door open for you. If you need directions though they will cheerfully tell you.
Talking loud is also a big giveaway
@@davidanderson8469 I'm a native NYer and hold doors for everybody. Most people do. I bet it's the tourists that don't. LOL
I learned from George Costanza that if you always look irritated, people will tend to leave you alone (except for a spouse, where it will make things worse).
@@PureAlbania Totally agree. I was once in a store in France and this loud New Yorker was embarrassing me.
I tried to avoid all these issues with clothing by walking around in Europe naked . . people still stared . . you just can’t win . .
😂😂😂😂
That’s a good one.😂😂😂👍👍👏👏👏
But you didn't get pick-pocketed...
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Try it in Finland. Maybe that'll work out a bit better
What to wear to Russia:
1. Black and white Adidas track suit
2. Ушанка
3. Sunglasses
4. Cigar/vodka (optional)
Don’t wear Klu Klux Klan robes. I did, people gave me odd looks.
An exception is Spain during the _procesiones_ search it 😂
Omg what a rude world when you can‘t wear your KKK robes :(
In 1:25 he shows himself wearing german hat with Edelweiss (look it up). In France, he will be received better if he wore KKK robes and was carrying actual burning cross.
@@shaclo1512
Yup,but salafist,can stil wear there Burqa and for there man,horny dresses.
Hindu are 1000% better.
I wonder why 😬
Honestly, we don‘t mind you guys not blending in. Just relax and enjoy your trip. Welcome to Europe ☺️
Diversity is good, right?.....Conforming to a single standard is boring....
Yeah honestly feels kinda ridiculous. There's a lot of things that Americans shouldn't do in Europe, but not wearing normal US clothing isn't one of them...
Never been to Europe but if I came, I'd probably break about 3-5 of his rules. I don't care what anyone thinks and as far as thieves/muggers, I'm above average in both size and self-defense skills. Unarmed (over there, anyway) of course, and would STRONGLY desire that nothing of the sort take place, but I refuse to live my life in fear of anything or anyone. HOWEVER, the advice on logos, college sweatshirts, etc. is very good and this is a helpful video in general -- especially the part about women's shoes (for others!!). I'd never desire to be a mark regardless. Due to my stature, mannerisms, and hair length, most over there would probably think I was ex-military or law enforcement from somewhere and probably leave me alone. That would work out well for everyone, mostly me.
@@scott1564 It`s honestly pretty impossible for tourists to blend in. When I walk around the center I can just spot them a mile away. They wear too bright clothes and especially if they have British ancestry just have that we call it "inbred white" skin that you notice is different. What this guy said is probably mostly true just for Italy though. In my country tracksuits especially Adidas is perfectly fine. Some people even get the official tracksuit for weddings and stuff.
Agreed. That being said, everything mentioned in this video is what’s wrong with American fashion. I seriously can’t stand it
He isn’t giving this advice so you fit in, in the sense of what’s socially acceptable. He’s trying to help you not stand out so you don’t get robbed. Thank you for the video!
parchmentfields oh so you admit that euros rob americans because they know we have money.
europoors are a thing it seems.
He should have mentioned about the kangaroo bags. I saw how an American was robbed in Italy.
parchmentfields
I agree. Like he said at the beginning of the video for those criticizing him, this is not a fashionista video. This is a video to help those going to Europe for the 1st time not stick out like a sore thumb. There are roving bands of pickpockets all over Europe. You have to be safe. Keep the bling bling at home and be smart about how you travel.
Rubaida Allen, there are roving bands of pickpockets all over the world INCLUDING the states I was robbed twice in the US and warned not to roll my car window down when stopped at traffic lights lol.
Christabel Forrest you are right. First time I went to DC. A man pulled a knife on my boyfriend outside if McDonald's we ran inside and nothing happened but we were very scared. Last year we went to Myrtle Beach and there was a shooting in the parking lot of the main mall. Very scary, but of course the news talk about the drug cartels in Mexico and not what happens every day in the US towns.
Just back from six countries in Europe and I saw every type of clothing being worn. Even the locals wore whatever they wanted to. 😂
Exzctly!
and white socks with sandals :(
In1998able thats german 😂🖒
I've mainly seen Germans wearing dark socks with sandals.
so true :D
In1998able it can look good if yyou got the right shoes
in Greece i see Germans with white socks(to the knee) and sandals
As an Italian I wanna give you guys some tips because I want you guys to have the best experience in Italy while you stay here... just do not carry too much money with you and avoid backpacks, here nobody uses them so you’ll be spotted as a tourist in less than 30 seconds
Another tip for at the airport don’t EVER leave your bag/backpack alone even if you’re talking with someone and the bag is right beside you they’ll take it anyway, even if you’re right here ( a little thing that you can do ,I do this too, is put a loud keychain around it so if someone moves it you can hear it)
Keep your eyes wide open in the subways especially in Rome, there are some group of teenagers, mostly very young people that just steal from you (pockets, bags ecc) and you will don’t notice it until you will need some money for a simple gelato
You can’t do much for them, even the police can’t do much for them, just AVOID them or protect your stuff from them
A tip for women is to put your money or credit cards in your bra with a little purse, a sock or even a small napkin (I do it too, it’s not that uncomfortable plus you’ll look like you just had a boob job 😂) this way your money will be safe
Last one... dress as you want American people have a certain aura and no matter what people will still recognize that you’re tourist so just don’t care and enjoy your vacation
Hope you guys will visit Italy and have the best vacation ever
@Aurorasdiary thanks for the tips. I hope to visit Bellissima Italia 🔜
auroasdiary: Thank you, you're very kind!☺
Yep that is Italy for us! haha
Great advice. Maybe I'll keep my wallet in my front pocket 🤔
@@sparkybuff4728 not your front pocket they will take it anyway with their “light hands”. Please avoid subways at all costs
high heels are not for long walks ANYWHERE, not just in Europe! :)
Okay, at first I was like, who cares if people can tell you're not from Europe. I live in the United States in an area where a lot of Europeans visit on holiday, and they are super easy to spot as well. But his point about sticking out as a tourist and a potential victim of a crime really makes sense. But I could give a crap if people know I'm from a different place or not. I try to be kind wherever I go and it seems to work out great. :)
Come to Europe and come as you are - wear whatever feels good for you :)
can I wear burka?
and get ropped
Dunno why you'd want to wear a burka tho.
I live in uk where what ever u like
Relax dude we won’t rob you you should be more careful in your fucking country because all the people have a gun and they are more dangerous
Regarding the caps, and any other kind of hat, the most important thing is to take them off once you get inside a building
Just like you would when wearing a cowboy hat inside
idk abt europe but in usa gentlemen are supposed to remove their hats indoors (and sadly most don’t) but ladies may keep their hats on.
@@bunnybubs757 yes, although it probably depends on the type of hat
Why, it's so inconvenient? Now I have to haul around a hat that was perfectly fine on your head. Some of these rules are a little wacky and intrusive.
@@dixiebanks hat is an outdoor garment, the same goes with shoes. It looks ungrateful when you sit in someone's house looking like you're ready to sprint out any second
Dude. On point about backward caps. Heard this guy speaking French, wearing one, his accent was pretty mild he could have been from Switzerland, but he had one of those and I asked him if he was French Canadian. He was like 'how did you know?' hahaha dead giveaway 😂
Dude? What on speak is that? For goodness sake. English if you please.
He was like what? Do have to add that instead of just speaking plain English?
@@Janus-fn2uz he was like: "You know english bro?"
@@Janus-fn2uz 'What on speak is that'? Yes your English is spot on. Proceed.
As an euro myself, I disagree with these points, if you're travelling do it comfortably. If you like your cap backwards do it, tons of non-americans also do that. Go ahead and wear your college t-shirt, that might be a good conversation starter. Baggy clothing and sport sneakers might be the best since you'll walk a lot. Also, no one really cares if you're american or tourist. Be aware of common traps, pickpockets and street smart types, other than that you'll likelly be fine.
As a euro, I disagree. I don't think you have been robbed enough times. They definitely would target someone who looks vulnerable like that.
People with baseball hats look vulnerable? That's weird. What kind of hat should they wear, a beret, a fedora with pheasant feather in it? Skinny jeans? WTF
@@PR-ot7qd Depends where you are. Somewhere with a lot of Gypsies? Definitely try to avoid looking like a tourist.
@@johnabbott257It's moreso that the tourist look marks you as an easy target because you likely have your guard down.
Don't wear a baseball cap that has "Make America Great Again" written on it.
lol
Right on brother I agree with you 1000% lol
Wear Caps Im proud to be American.😂😂😄😃😅😠
Or do, we enjoy a good laugh.
You fucking might be wear MAGA cap, you pos libtard anti-american marxist trash.
As a European, I honestly don’t care about what tourists are wearing😂😂😂
@Jim Halfpenny
Not true. Even if Brexit had already happened (it hasn't) the UK would still be in Europe. They can leave the EU, but not Europe. Unless they figure out a way to move the entire country to a different continent that is
Jim Halfpenny we hate our country too but since our political system is made up of brainlets who can’t just let something happen, brexit hasn’t happened yet
Marc Boris is getting everyone to paddle Britain over the mid Atlantic ridge, placing us in the north American plate. He is looking for some cold and wet enough to keep us happy. If we push Ireland out of the way then it's tough titties.
He was trying to inform Americans about how to not stand out to pick-pockets. Clueless much?
Jim Halfpenny uk has left a superstate. They’re still European and they are still part of the Eurasian plate
Europe is big and has many different cultures. "Normal" clothing varies a lot from one country to another.
Where I live no one cares what you wear. Just behave like a normal person.
@@la7dfa Agreed. Even if you don't look like an American, when you open your mouth, you sound like an American. So why change the dress code? If you do it, do it for fun. But you're not going to change your accent in every country you visit. You are what you are.
Americans do dress incredibly casually and sloppily. I get what you're trying to say but it's another level when I went to the US.
I’m proud to be from the USA. I am from Detroit so on the streets my situational awareness is at the global urban standard. I like to pack light and buy a couple local outfits in the places I visit. I don’t kid myself that I’m in some way fitting in. If you treat people with respect don’t act like you run the place. Most people will steer you right. It’s good to assume that you will get the bad end of a few deals that’s how you learn. Don’t let petty concerns ruin a rare and precious experience.
This guy is so super sweet. Been binge-watching these vids for a week and a half now (hi and a wave from Estonia) and it seems traveling a lot makes a person really nice. Good luck to you and your family, you deserve it
Hey I live in Estonia too 👋 (right now, I move around a lot 😊)
HELLO FROM USA MAGA🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Lol! I just felt the same. I like that he is being so balanced and non-judgmental.
@@bolma1910 , last year we had a visit to Tallin Estonia, unfortunately it was only for a day, but we loved it! Such a nice place to walk and chill and such friendly people. We must return!
European do wear most of the items which you listed, we know that you are Americans no matter what you are wearing, be who you are and relax, you are our guests.
muhahahaha....:)
I’ve heard this before, but everyone is always surprised I’m American when I’m traveling. I don’t know what it is that I’m doing/not doing. Tbh, I’m proud of where I’m from and not trying to hide it....oh well
Jordan Drexler good on ya, that's how it should be.
they are pretty much surprised you have made it over the ocean
Mark O'Neill Nice comment! And, good point! Europeans will know anyway regardless of what we wear.
If you want an information from a European, do not yell from a 10 yards distance: "Excuse meeeee, excuse meeee, excuse meeee!" Start by asking: "Do you speak English?"
1959Berre
As an American believe me it annoys me as well.
1959Berre an information?
Yes, like: "Can you tell me the way to the convention of morons?"
"like" ....it drives me nuts!!! Thanks Kardashines!!!! LOL (sp)
I ususally prefer people to come up to me and start with: "Excuse me, do you speak English?" That's probably how I would approach the isse, but I've seen many people just starting to speak in English without even asking, hoping you'll understand them. I think that's very uncomfortable, if you can't speak English.
I used to take the train a lot and once had a tourist who bought a ticket at the ticket machiene the day before he wanted to travel. He already tried talking to a few people and I had to explain him he couldn't use the ticket, because it should've been used the day prior since he forgot to set the right day for the time of travel. The poor guy finally found someone who understood him & was able to explain the ticket to him and learned he had to buy the ticket again.
I ususally really like helping people lost at a train station, I've sent quite a lot of them to the right platforms or find the right trains.
I love to see American tourists. They're the best customers I ever had in the hospitality far away from other countries tourists. Americans are always happy and they tend to make the things easy.
I'm going to wear a cowboy outfit when I visit Eastern Europe 🤠
We wouldn't care ha ha
Good idea i should do that next time
Thats pretty cool, no one cares
A cowboy hat is a great piece of gear in Europe. You have a built in sun screen and umbrella. I always take a Stetson to Europe. And I also wear Ariat cowboy boots with rubber soles - they look great, and the cobblestones present no problem. There are also a lot of Western afficionados in Europe who love the cowboy look.
Asi mero pariente
Also. Americans tend to be a bit too loud when talking. x
like the Spanish and Italians? ;P
Olive Pip lol you can't be a European and say that anyone else around the world speak louder
our the germans
Olive Pip But no one “out louds “ an American. Even in Canada, where we are basically the same, American tourists are always easy to spot (hear)...
Olive Pip French and American people are definetly the loudest lol
Most Europeans probably don't care what Americans wear. And frankly people should wear what ever they like. And i am saying that as a European.
Feologild the purpose is so you don't get robbed not because the locals actually care about what you wear
Feologild I'll pop on my hijab real quick.
@@drfresh3505 hahz
2022. Came back from France yesterday; he's not wrong. It's all correct. There's more, but he has a good point.
me: so if i dress like this people won’t be able to tell im a tourist? nice!! i'm kind of tired of getting shit stolen every time i go to europe
also me: *is asian*
Same I am south asian
We have a lot of Asians living in Europe. Most of them don't get robbed at daily basis...
I don't know what kind of tourist you are. But if your wear a flashy camera in front of you, then you look like a rich tourist. Or if you go to denmark or poland and want to buy a chewing gum, dont pay with a 500€ note. Firstly 500€ notes show you are rich, and both countries don't use the €. Rich confused looking tourists are the main target it any country
Just walk around like you would in your capital city. So don't be flashy with your value items and don't use your phone 24/7 as a map. In general in €-zone only have 50€ notes or smaller on you and in the other countries go for relativ small bills too (and research beforehand what currency that country uses). Don't stay an hour at the central train or central bus station, look as if you do know where you are going when you leave the station. Don't wear high end fashion shoes. And to street sellers/people with a "worthy"case/free flowers don't engage with those people, just give them a hard no
I've known several people who got robbed in Europe and Asia just because the didn't follow those rules. I've been to all european and several asian countries and never got robbed
@@jaredwilliams6853 well i agree with you in norways provinces. Nothing ever gonna happan there. Barcelona is kind of known for its petty theft. In the subway i even did see 2 tourists getting hit by 3 thiefs loosing every value they have. So yes we europeans might not have guns, still crime is there as well.
As white guy i have been walking through some of LA's and Chicago's bad hoods. And im wearing a gold neckless. Nothing ever happened to me either.
Still when a japanese tourist showing 5000-10.000$ to buy a chewing gum for 1$ you know bad stuff can happen. Not having those notes under controle while drug addicted were looking at it just never is safe.
So when I say flashy I don't talk about a person who knows what he is doing. But rather a person who doesnt.
In Germany I can tell if asians are from Germany or if they come from an Asian country. Tourists mostly have a better sence of fashion, so we will spot you if you are overdressed.
@@jaredwilliams6853 you must not have heard about the man who did just that when he moved to Colombia. He's dead.
For me as a Swiss, the biggest "give away" that you are American, is wearing shorts (mostly Khakis), when its really not shorts weather at all. That screams "I am American, and I am here on a holiday" so much. Nothing wrong with that, its just funny.
Huere Möngel. 😂 🤝
That's who I am,… because that's how I stay comfortable if it's warm,…. even 15C is warm enough. Dickies khaki cargo shorts.
You’re absolutely right. American men do not like to dress up! I was born in Brazil, I took me a long time to accept this lack of “elegance, from the American men, but after living 40 years in the USA I got it! My husband is from Michigan, he hates to dress up, shorts and sneakers everywhere,The point is, what it matters ,is how he treats me,, and he is Gorgeous! He does not need clothes to make him beautiful inside and out
I live in San Diego, I'm too hot in pants if the weather is above above 60F/15C. So above that I'm keeping cool wearing khaki cargo shorts, anywhere in the world. It's funny if other don't do that ;)
Im from New Zealand living in Germany and I wear shorts even in winter. Wearing shorts doent mean it has to be for a particular weather. It may be a little bit colder, but that doesnt mean you get cold wearing shorts. Just like Icecream, why does it have to be a summer thing, when you can enjoy icecream all year round.
Watching like I am going to Europe anytime in the near future 😂😂
I leave tomorrow!!!! Very excited
Lol! Same here! Not going anytime soon, but I would love too!💝
He just described my whole wardrobe and I´m German..
Compton123 that’s cause Germany went downhill in the last 20 years.
Americans need to understand Europe is a continent. Not a country. What might be true for Italy, isn't true for the rest. And dumb Amsterdam people take me for a tourist there, though I am 100% Dutch... 🙄 Anyway... Advice for the guy in the movie. Europe is a continent, not a country...
you don't look German
green green he is an immigrant from Africa maybe
green green How do you know how he looks?
So my cowboy hat and boots are okay?
In Gers, France, during the Mirande country festival, it's totally okay!
Cool
wear whatever the FUCK you want.
@@tacos4419 He's dressing in (US) western attire - not like J. P. Morgan!
😂 - I’m a German mid-Forty. And I’m wearing always baggy pants and baseballcaps. And I love my Hoodies.
🤔
@Abu Dabu why?
@Abu Dabu why u telling my man to grow up for wearing a hoodie u tapped yute
It just depends on the setting to me. What people wear in Berlin vs. some rural town in Germany will be different
Geez!
One of your grandpas must have been an American lol
I broke a lot of those rules. Especially with the ball cap. I’m bald like you and I have to protect myself from the sun! I go in winter and it’s always warmer than it should be! No pickpocket issues, thankfully. I do walk fast and keep deep pockets. Keep items in my front pockets. Sometimes when people speak to me on English, I respond in Spanish! That might throw them off a bit, especially in Eastern and Central Europe! Good information to know.
about the Adidas thing -
does not apply in Eastern Europe
Definitely does in Russia, though. It hasn't changed. It's almost comical.
Only because Eastern Europe is Americanized.
Especially Poland
@@izabela1961 No
@@brotherskarafuchov6315 adidas is applicable in villages in Russia. You should also have a bucket or a bottle of cheap beer in your hand to complete your style image
I’m European and I like to wear baseball caps all the while, especially backwards. Mainly wear American caps and American t shirts. I’m not a teenager either, I’m 50. It’s just what I like to wear. Now I know why I keep getting all those strange looks lol. I even drive an American car. I love Americans!
Thanks. But our cars suck.
@Jorge Garcia he said he was European. Not British.
Ok
@@michaelbrown1627 uk is part of europe
Thanks for being a bro instead of slinging shit for no reason.
Disagree! Lot of European wear caps, khaki, Nike runners hoddies. Americans give themselves away because the loud thick accent.
Plus they act like idiots
Nikoléta Pióro I read remarks like this, and it makes me want to stay far away from Europe. You make your people sound rude and unwelcoming.
Nikoléta Pióro you aren’t the most respectful either. Indiana is known for their German influences because of how many German immigrants that have fleed during wars. Don’t act so smart when you guys do the same
Stupid shit. You are generalizing a whole country based on a few people. So stop being a dick.
@@imbiork Do you realize how many of OUR ancestors died there?
I don't disagree with you about Americans. When I'm traveling, I'm struck by how loud we are. I've even pretended not to be American when around American tourists, and started speaking a different language, because I'm embarrassed. But, my point is that many of us do have great respect for historical places and are sincerely there to learn and show our respect.
Many of us are idiots, but we aren't all idiots. ;-)
Glad you explained what behavior you disliked from Americans, being (from the states lol) and i totally understand how you feel most Americans that travel ack like they are still in the states
And then Covid happened and now we all live in leisure wear..
But in home office only *. . . ;-)*
Being from Europe, I have NO idea what you're talking about. It might be true for just that specific location is Rome, or any other historic touristic place. But all the things you describe as NOT to wear, are all pretty main stream in Europe too and won't give away you're a tourist. That would probably be more thanks to being in an actual VERY touristy place.
In Europe we don't have a certain way of dressing, wear whatever you want, no one cares what you wear
Totally true, as long as you don't bring your guns here you can wear whatever you want without problem.
Ipatchy Makouli most Americans won't make it on the airplane with a gun.
Well, sandals and socks are still a big nono everywhere
Except hijabs lol
Philip Rey hijab is a personal matter
For me, it's the gestures and the specific manner in which light catches in a person's eyes that makes me tell if the language a person is using in their head, in their thoughts, is American English or not. There's just something about HOW a person moves or HOW a person looks at something, that makes it obvious.
My opinion: Wear what you are comfortable in. It is your holiday. You need to feel good during your holidays.
And you will go home having been robbed and/or your hotel room ransacked. You want to stick out like a sore thumb? Great! Just don't bitch when the above happens.
Hans-Joachim Maier okay but he’s trying to help you not get robbed and not get pick pocketed. You can’t just wear whatever, it could be a safety risk
Btw, we say ‘VACATION’ in America, not ‘holidays’😁
I wear what I want, come at me if you dare.
If I have to worry about getting robbed because I dressed comfortably I'm not going there at all!
Americans, we love you. Don’t worry about what you wear or how you behave, just be yourselves. Most of you are great people just the way you are. 😊
Which country are you from?
@@CityProfiles Finland 🇫🇮
Sending love right back to you from Texas. :)
i mean, that's a lovely sentiment but the objective here is to not be targetted by scammers
Thank you.
as long as you don't wear socks in sandals, everything's fine
That's how us Americans recognize visiting Europeans.
That’s literally how to recognize Europeans in America.
I just started wearing socks with my sandals this fall. I havent been in shoes for like 6months , dont know if im ever going back.
@@SwampSurgeon nope. That's how you recognize old European tourists. Younger generations wear casual regular clothes and I think most of the time you wouldn't recognize them.
I thought socks with Birks was the official uniform of Germany?
Wear what you want, i wear a baseball cap . I am European !
I was born and raised in Europe, and have travelled in 12 european countries and I like your effort to educate other Americans. But..... it is not the clothes or shoes that give the Americans away - it is when you open your mouths we know where you come from. And we do not even have to turn around to see your hats or shoes :-) - we hear you. And you speak rather loud and we can hear you faaar away. Bur you are of course welcome to us, what you wear is not really an issue. See you!
the accent.
loudest touristas i came across were a french group of students...
yeah, I met some RUUUUDE french students in my day. The worst of the worst. Cussing around the clock and spitting. Most americans don't tend to stick out as rude, it's their extreme talk in hyperboles and over the top kindness in general, which isn't really bad at all, but definitely stands out.
The English have taken that title. The last incident I heard of was in Croatia in Zrče. Never had the same troubles with Americans. Probably because they're too far away.
Overpaid, oversexed and over here. Guess it applies to Englanders too.
Ann Helen Lindroos Nice. One reason Americans are loud is that we tend to be louder when we are happy or excited, so If Americans are loud they are loving your country.
I also live in Europe - I live in Germany but I work all over Europe, my advice would be, wear whatever you like! Dont feel like you need to fit in just because youre from another country. I wear my cap backwards just because I suit it that way, feels more comfy and I like it, or in winter time, I wear shorts when people normally wouldnt. Basically, give no fucks what people think.
damn buddy you would fit right in here in Oklahoma 👍👍
Well said.
While ofc you are correct and people should be allowed to wear whatever they want whenever they want, but this guy is genuinly trying to help and his advice should be taken if you are a tourtist, first of all, you live in europe, even if you havent been to another country you can mostly sense what places are tourist traps and or might be unsafe (pickpockets or scams) so I genuinly do think tourist should try to blend it as much as possible to decrease the chance of some stupid scammer or thief ruining their holiday.
@@cem13 the advice is very stupid though and it’s very arrogant to assume locals (EU-citizens) have less money than Americans which 90% of the time is absolutely not true.
It’s the careless how Americans run around in Europe that gets them pickpocketed and not their appearance
@@B0R0M1R do you really think so? I thought his advice was not that bad at all to be honest.
I live in Norway and most people I see here wear all sorts of sport/active clothes. But it's more like a lifestyle because everyone does sports here anyway.
Norway is a little weird, yes, too many people wear their tights(women, so I don't really complain) to school and such, it's like they've misunderstood what sportswear is for.
A lot of Norwegians do sports, but wearing for instance gym clothes to and from school is just weird.
@@kronprinsessan1234 Watch this video on my favourite Norway-themed TH-cam channel. Ronald is Norwegian, so he's allowed to have a laugh :). th-cam.com/video/8C-qvbPVr4A/w-d-xo.html
from the uk here, alot if these things arent exactly true anymore- maybe they were once but people here will wear baseball caps or sports clothing casually and its not a big deal- and if someones gonna tell your a tourist, its likely going to be from an accent, not clothing- just wear whatever you feel comfortable in, as long as its appropriate, you shouldn't have to change just to "fit in", sometimes looking like a tourist is okay because people can help you find things if your lost
"I am not looking like a local because i am a big fat guy"....ehm, i am german and i promise, you are NOT the only big fat guy in germany, so don`t worry :D
+Siegfried Schmitz and this is why I love Germany :) danke
By the looks of your pic you are not considered fat in America.
+Wolters World Also, if you are in Germany and stand beside Rainer Kallmund, you'll slook positively slim.
Hale Berry Exactly!
Hale Berry yeah, he kind of is tbh. The whole “all of us are fat” thing is just a bullshit stereotype. Americans are just naturally bigger built, with height and muscle mass.
I was in Italy a couple of years ago. I dressed conservatively, brown leather shoes, dark indigo, straight leg jeans (Levis), a black collared pull over, and usually a North Face dark brown and black windbreaker, which I bought in Naples. No baseball cap. Everyone - Pakistani store clerks, college girls from Dallas, TX - everyone knew I was an American. Unless I spoke first no one spoke a word of Italian to me, and when I did speak a few words in Italian, everyone acted surprised.
@@rustledjammies8769 Never happened to when I lived there. I do speak the language, but they also always spoke to me in Japanese first.
It's often the way we Americans move. I can typically tell a person's region by how they move, and how much space they take up. We use a LOT of space. LOL! And we have large movements and gestures.
@@beverlyhollenbeck3406 I sometimes have large movements. I have to flush about four times to get it all to go down.
@@beverlyhollenbeck3406 you saying italians dont move large with their stupid Tony shit and hand gestures and all that goofy shit
Americans usually are tall and have big frames. Probably all the hormone-induced foods you guys eat. Whereas Europeans in particular Italians are more trim and a little bit more savoir-faire about things. I certainly can tell who is an Americans as a Brit.
But in Russia everyone wears Adidas
Craig Hipsher KKomrade
bajs FeelsGoodMan
I went to Romania and i only saw squating slavs in Adidas tracksuits, some of them drove around with hard slav bass while drinking vodka.
Eastern Europe...it’s a Slavic thing
Peter McJackass Romanians aren't Slavs.
Well I've lived in Europe my entire life and wear whatever I want. I make concessions based on event e.g. funeral, church etc but other than that my comfort takes priority. Never had an issue.
On behalf of Europe- wear whatever you like, we’re not that bothered :)
The video wasn't about that though. it's not rare for robbers and thugs to consider tourists as easier targets. The idea here is to blend in enough to not become an obvious target.
Zefyris D- I agree, blending in is a good idea. But certainly in the UK we are very relaxed when it comes to clothing but I cannot speak for Europe as a whole. I like the video, but I find videos which speak about Europe as a single place very difficult to agree with. You would not wear the same clothing in the South of France as you would in Lapland...
Hahaha true nobody gives a shit
Having lived in Italy for two years, my advice is to embrace looking like an American. Don't look like a tourist though. Look like a rugged tough American that has their feet planted, their wits about them, and ready to kick in the teeth of anyone that tries to mess with you. And then respect their culture and customs and try your best to speak their language and understand that you are visiting their home not yours. This applies to anyone visiting anywhere.
"Don't wear adidas pants, underarmor t-shirts, stuff like that." This guy clearly has never visited Eastern Europe.
And also not the Netherlands because i live there and always wear sport shoes and clothes from a soccer team same as 5 million others 😂😂😂
Mladen Vasilev he also never missed a meal.
Shut up you illiterate moron.
And in the UK
In Ireland and the Uk it's very normal to wear those clothes. And from being in Germany I'd say the same.
I'm from South Africa and I can spot an American tourist from a mile away. Although, it did help me identify them from my expreince of working on American cruise ships.
Another tip I would give American touris is to not carry a backpack. Rather get a sling bag, tote, handbag....anything else.
Having previously lived in London for so long, I can tell you that US tourists can be spotted a mile away just because of how you dress.
Japanese tourists also instantly recognisable by the fact they move around slowly in tightly formed groups taking photos like they're going out of fashion!
no one owns an actual camera anymore, they use their smart phones but stay racist
@@r3tr0actiongamer24 -- I don't really think that's racist. I've only been to a few places in Europe, but groups of Japanese tourists who love taking photos could be seen in all of them. It would be a little like saying that "Americans are fat" is racist -- first of all, "American" (like "Japanese") is not a race, and second, it's very very frequently true.
I love how they are usually guided by someone holding a stick with a flag or so. Plus the confused look they give you when you pass them and say "excuse me" (sumimasen) in Japanese.
@@DAF2194 -- The stick or flag is pretty common for guided tour groups. Here's a story that's totally irrelevant to the video, but kind of amusing: I was with a tour group in Italy one time and our absolutely wonderful Italian guide paused in a famous place to tell us a little about it. After a moment she started holding her flag between her knees, but she wasn't pointing to anything or needing to use her hands for anything specific; she simply COULD NOT TALK without gesturing with both hands! (There's another of those stereotypes that actually has some reality to it.)
@@r3tr0actiongamer24 If the cap fits, wear it.
Europe is huge! Every, Single, County, is, DIFFERENT! Also, you’ve clearly just looked at the first few people and then made this video. Take more time please.
Greetings form Germany~
Ps. Not everyone wants to freaking rob you XD
Glowing Crab not everyone but in Europe there is a large chance of getting robbed, heads up to anyone, dont leave your mothers, sisters etc on public transport alone, especially of there tied and want to sleep
Europe is not huge, its small compared to the US.
You have a higher chance of getting robbed in migrant areas.
Rights And Liberty i once lost my wallet in london (victoria station). the guy who found it brought it to me a few hours later and didn’t even want a few pounds £ from me as a thank you.
i’m swiss btw and don’t know anyone who has ever been robbed in switzerland. we are always told that other countries are far more dangerous
John Adams EU: 4.381.324km², 511.800.000 people, 24 official languages
USA: 9.834.000 km², 325.700.000 people, 1 official language.
And thats only the EU, not Europe
I've worn my favorite team shirts in Europe with absolutely no negative outcomes. Some people liked my team shirt and it turned into conversation. My main rule is always being respectful and dress nicely when it's called for. I mostly have traveled to the Czech Republic and about 8 other European countries and have great memories.
I'm from Poland. In Poland tourists are our guests. Wear whatever you want to. Baseball caps, jerseys, sweat pants, etc. It depends on you only (sometimes men from England in Krakow wear just latex pants ;-) . Men should take off hats, women should cover arms and knees when in church, but honestly, you won't be bothered if you don't comply.
Marcin Soboń agree
I 100% agree (from Wrocław)
Marcin Soboń , thank you. Polish people are kind and generous. I hope to visit your country some day soon.
I think the point of this video is to advice people how to blend in more and not look like a tourist, it doesn't say that people get mad when you don't wear it.
Marcin Soboń
Thank you. You make America's feel welcome.
I once saw a family of 5 germans wearing the same t shirt with a giant image of "the godfather" in taormina-messina-sicily. Don t be like those guys, and anyway most sicilians despise the mafia
Okay, okay! And where can I get a shirt with the pic of Mussolini on it?
@@letoubib21 look guys there’s a comedian here! I am dying of laughter! a mussolini joke! that is hilarious! lmao! so funny!
@@letoubib21 Under-rated comment
@@chiaras6019 wel mr. M IS part of your history! Own it!!
😬😬😬😬😬
As someone who loves travelling and who has lived on 2 continents and several countries the one thing that strucks me every time and everywhere is that Americans always seem to talk in very loud voices. It's just something to make them stand out even more... I have lived in Canada for a while and I know many of my friends have booming voices - but here in Paris for instance or when I was in Lisbon a short while ago, you just knew you were in the company of Americans because you couldn't escape their conversations. Apart from that, I have fantastic US friends and family and I love them to bits :)This short video is trying to be helpful not to create hate comments.
Kiki Vol-au-Vent I totally agree. I can always hear my fellow Americans because MOST are loud compared to others. I'm a frequent flier and can spot Americans a mile away.
Haha in Denmark an American can be heard and spotted from 10 kilometres. Probably because Danes are are pretty quiet people in comparison to many other countries. But Americans do tend to be quite loud in my experience. And yeah, their clothes often do give them away if their volume of speech hasn't already. 😂
It’s cold in Denmark. You probably hear Americans yelling because they didn’t bring a winter coat in August and if they didn’t have several thousand dollars with them, they could not buy one.
Teriqua Jones it does not get that cold in August....
And Scandinavia does not have polar bears either (another common American misconception)
not a complete american misconception. trust me.
I've been to Europe like 6 times, including Rome, which I didn't enjoy. I lived there for over 2 years and never had a problem with my clothing leading to me being pickpocketed or targeted. I've slept in parks, in farmer's fields, random roof tops ect. I never tried to hide that i was from the U.S. I was proud of it and it opened up a lot of opportunities for me.
Bruh, why would you sleep on rooftops?
@@krunoslavkovacec1842 flat roofs that were designed as outdoor spaces.
Nomadic Hobo?
@@danishbutter1847 nah just a young backpacker who would go for a few weeks at a time and had to do it on the cheap.
Its not the clothing that gives you away, its the accent.
Happy Land
That, and the loudness.
Happy Land and the volume. Damn, someone beat me to it.
yep definitely
True. And the using of “OH MY GAWD!” and the word “like” without reason.
@@Peugeot306 A lot of Americans don't say that, as they see it as breaking the third commandment (not to take God's name in vain). I never say it.
I love how all non-Europeans assume Europe is like one big country. Europe is made up of lots of different countries, cultures, languages and history. Now THAT is a big give-away that you're a non-European tourist. It would be like a non-American saying that the U.S. and Haiti is the same, with the same culture and fashion. After all, it's all in the same place, isn't it?
In Europe, what's common in one country, might not be common in another country. You say not to wear athletic wear, but here in Norway (which is another European country) that is perfectly normal. Pairing that outfit with sport shoes (like running shoes) is also perfectly fine. If it's a sunny summer day, by all means, add a baseball cap to it as well. Norwegians pride themselves in being active, so there wouldn't be anything negative about it as long as the clothes fit properly and you don't look like a slob. Then you won't stand out. It's fine. If you are in a city, khakis will definitely not make you stand out either.
It seems to me you are mostly talking about southern Europe, especially Italy, which is known for having a very classy fashion standard. But Italy does not equal the rest of Europe. We're all different and shouldn't be put in a box together. Only surrounding countries could, if you really have to, be put in the same box. But entire Europe? No way. We're way too different.
Starchild91 yes in uk people who wear sports wear are usually working class or unemployed delinquents. 🇬🇧
The EU is basically trying to turn Europe into one big country..
Don't forget the winter sneakers with spikes that are waterproof. Also, in the summer it can be cold enough on some days to warrant winter hats, especially if you come from warmer climates. And why would anyone bother to care what clothes you choose to express yourself with? As a norwegian, I don't understand it. People hide their judgement by proclaiming loudly that all people are important and valuable.
Starchild91: Yes, Europe is like, France, Germany, Spain and maybe Monte Carlo.
bookmouse770 I'm a non European ( not American) and I do not think Europe is one big country.
The trick is: leave as much as you can at home or in your hotel. The biggest giveaway is backpacks, trolleys or suitcases. Travel light and walk decisive.
This is what I do in those rare occasions I have to walk through the (touristic) center of Amsterdam as a Dutch guy. I never get asked if I want drugs or feed doves.
KlankOntwerp. Ignoring them works well also. Just like in Las Vegas.
Feed doves? Can you elaborate?
flclub54 It’s a scam mostly used on Dam square. Strangers will come up to you with bird seed asking if you want to feed the doves and when they swiftly hand you the food they will get hostile and ask you for money for the food.
KlankOntwerp thanks for that. Reminds me of the guys in the Dominican Republic dressed up in costumes photo bombing people's photo then demanding money. What a joke.
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As an American, I traveled to Rome and wore an Adidas zip up jacket and had several Italians ask me if I was from Eastern Europe lol
The Eastern block loves an Adidas tracksuit
I’m an American who happens to also speak Russian with virtually no accent (my parents are first generation), so I can travel wherever I want in Europe and blend in quite well in a track suit and also be comfortable, but everyone thinks im russian unless they see my passport
Easy because it applies only to the west. Eastern block is dressing more like us, and yeah you have no chance to blend in as a tourist.
Every country in Europe has different style and culture. I hate it when people talk about Europe as if it's all the same
I'm a 42 belgian citizien and this is pure invention. I'm wearing those streetwear everyday since ever as mostly everybody here.
Thanks for the advice, I’m actually planning on visiting a friend in Poland and got my bags packed for adventure, I was just curious on what not to wear
I just watched a video where an Italian woman, definitely over 40 who lives in Rome, give some clothing advice to Americans traveling in Europe. She literally contradicted everything Walt just said: baseball caps are good for keeping the sun off your face, neutrals are good for mixing and maxing in your travel wardrobe, and hoodies are good for cool nights lol...etc.
Maybe she was catering to Americans in terms of how they can use common articles of clothing they already have to fit specific purposes. She was weather and fashion focused. Still don't mean u won't be obvious. His purpose in saying these items was to keep u from being obvious to theives.
This video is appreciated but outdated. I am age 54 and just returned from Berlin (October 2018) and saw lots of baseball caps (some backwards) all worn by locals who appeared to be 35+. I also saw "gym" clothes, jeans and Khaki pants. While there I dressed just like I do at home in Dallas and people thought I was a local until they heard my Texas accent. LOL
Yes I see em in Dublin all the time
My college professor drew some critical attention from the local police on Rome. Be because he looked like an outlaw biker. He used to dress as the stereotypical outlaw biker like you would see in American pop culture. The police detained him and questioned him extensively, then let him go. So another fashion tip: don't dress like a gangster or outlaw.
Sebastian Do there go my Cowboy hat and Spurs :(
i think that's just common sense, in country
Makes you think though about those Italian police to detain people on the basis of their clothing alone
Some rare films The police in every country does stuff like that. Especially in the uk and usa.
Well, biker gangs are an actual problem in Europe. They're more linked to organised crime rather than pop culture here.
This is one of my favorite Wolter’s World video. With that being said when I was in Italy in the spring 2023, I did notice a lot of Europeans are now, in my opinion, dressing in athlleisure ware. The fashion is heading towards American styles.
So weird obsessing over trying to blend in . I'll wear my hoodie thanks ...
I am from greece ang we wear almost all the don'ts that you said
Same in Portugal!
Even flip flops? Eww!
@@conradofernandez3013 yes, in the summer we wear flip flops.
@@nanakomsi3610 gross
The man said it's not about fashion. It's about getting robbed. There are criminals everywhere!!!
Open your eyes. He said it as soon as he started talking. Dam people just don't listen. You all just want to start some crap. He's just giving you dummy some tips...
Joey Serrano why shouldn't i wear hoddies then? Where i life it's a "trend" more or less to war these fake college hoddies
Pfffft. Lol. Looks like you're the one getting bent out of shape. Chill out, this is not reality, it's TH-cam. Some people think this is real life. It's just another ding dong wanting to have their few minutes of fame via Internet, this is not a travel agency.
Joey, his advices are shit, stop defending Them
Joey Serrano well... not in ALL of europe.
Joey Serrano Europe is big, every country is different. The clothes you wear will not save you, common sense precautions will.
You can get away with wearing khaki pants, just be sure to wear them under your khaki trousers.
haha
Wow this is gold
I'm from Europe (the UK to be specific), wear what you want. For better or worse, you will stick out but that's totally up to you but nobody will look down upon you, enjoy your stay :)
Isn’t the UK the one country in Europe where everyone dresses like the US because they’ve adopted our fashion sense ?
I am European and I can tell that this is all rubbish.
Magda Golianek zalezy jak chcesz żeby cię postrzegano....
I am European too, from France. And the video is mostly true for us. Maybe not 100% accurate but still. Baseball caps are not common, runnings are not common if you are older than 30, hoodies and university clothes are non existent especially for girls. The rest I guess depends. It doesn't make you American but definitely makes you tourist.
I studied in Spain and everything he said was very accurate. Except the Spanish women don’t care about the condition of the street. They wore heels no matter what, everyday, all the time.
Guillaume Pigeard you just described what most youth wears in paris dude
Im from Sweden and this is not true at all
The number one giveaway is TALKING TOO LOUD. Like this you can spot an American before you even see them.
k. g What about Italians? I've heard they're family people, and soap operas are library quiet compared to their drama. Gonna love it when I get there 🙂
I'm sorry, I couldn't hear you. Please repeat (in ALL CAPS).
Italians and Spaniard sure do talk a lot but are not loud like Americans. Americans are just another level of volume.. You can hear every word exactly from a large distance... Like the volume button is broken and set all the time on 'I'm performing on stage' level of volume. To give you an example, if you are in a restaurant in Europe and there is one table with Americans, you can hear every word they say from several tables away or even from the other end of the room.
Not even. I've heard very loud German, Italian, and Russian tourists here in America.
Because they are trying to talk over the Americans in the whole establishment who don't let them be heard in their own table. It's incredible how people have to be yelling in all tables as they "talk" like if they were in a damn stadium. Why the hell do Americans need to be so loud in places like that? You have no freaking manners or what?
Sometimes I blend in too well, tourists keep asking me directions where ever I go (even in countries where I look nothing like the locals!), sorry, I don't know, I'm just a tourist as well...
I have this problem also! I must look like I know everything! Although I really don’t. Honestly, I think it’s because I’m tall, and I guess people see me first. Must be an instinctual thing leftover from when we’re children and looking to adults for guidance.
You should pretend you speak the local language and start saying a bunch of gibberish to them, lol.
@@lisaspikes4291 Me too. Even sometimes had the situation where I said- you know that we came with the same train? Once even had an hungarian falling of his bike because he was in shock that I'm not an hungarian
@J Smith then they must be the worlds worst thiefs. Since i normally dont have a bag or cash on me.
Same, I'm half Arab, half Northern-European,and wherever I go people think I'm local.
I don't take this video to heart. I think it was an enjoyable watch before my upcoming 1st trip to Europe (Ireland). I work in the fitness industry, so my wardrobe is full of track pants and athletic shoes. In contrast with this video, my personal choice would be to lean toward the fashionista side, even if I risk looking like a tourist. Thank you for this video, Wolter!
I come from Rome and in this video I can see my beautiful city. You are talking about "europeans" but there is a big difference from State to State. The italians can recognize a german, english, russian, east eropean etc only looking at his clothes... but yes you're right, in Italy don't wear all you have described!
I live in Israel and we have started getting moderate priced Italian clothing in our stores. It's not designer but it IS ITALIAN and it shows! The styles and finishes are better as are the colors and fabrics, pure linen for example. I only buy these clothes. I did find a French "trench" coat in a second hand. The detailing on the back is fantastic. I am also very Italian culturally although several extended stays in the past 4 years have shown me the gaps. But I have never stood out as anything but Italian because my Rome educated mother and fashionista papà taught me how to choose clothing and to dress. 😀Not only is it the clothes themselves it is very much how you carry yourself. I fit in so well, people will ask me for directions or when is the train coming. 😀