8 Countries Tired of American Tourists

Italy: Crowded Out

The charm of Venice and Florence overshadowed by hordes of American tourists, turning cities into theme parks; locals lament the loss of community ambiance.

Thailand: Party Limits

Bangkok and Phuket frustrated by the party-first mentality of American tourists; disrespect for local norms and chaos left in their wake.

Japan: Quiet Please

In Japan, loud behavior of American visitors disrupts peace, especially in sacred places like Kyoto temples; cherished propriety and quietude challenged.

France: Cultural Clashes

Growing exasperation in Paris with American tourists expecting everything like back home; little respect for local culture and demanding service in English.

Iceland: Overrun and Under Pressure

Environmental impact of excessive tourism in Iceland, with Americans often seen as worst offenders; disruption of fragile ecosystems by going off-path.

Egypt: Historical Heaviness

Lack of sensitivity among American visitors in historic sites like pyramids of Giza; focus on selfies over understanding ancient history lamented by locals.

Spain: Siesta Disruptors

Backlash in Barcelona and Madrid against American tourists ignoring local customs like siestas; noise and disturbance during sacred rest hours.

Greece: Island Exhaustion

Santorini and Mykonos feeling fatigue from American visitors crowding narrow streets; overwhelm of small local businesses on the islands.