HOW I SEE THE USA AS A EUROPEAN (after 6 months)

Cultural shocks? Differences between Europe and the USA? Regrets, struggles, positive surprises? In this video, I want to share with you some of my impressions of the United States after spending 6 months travelling the country. So, do you reckon I should come back?

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[mikehenderson]

As a truck driver in America, I've seen every corner of this country multiple times. One thing I've learned is how many Americans don't even know how much open space there is. I hear people all the time say America is overcrowded. I tell them to get out of the city and drive around the country. It's all open space. I love it. Right now, I'm in west Texas. No people just open land. Thank you for letting us live through you on your adventures.

[ronetcitty]

Hello. As a Native American Indian (Navajo), I really enjoyed watching you adventure, especially in the USA. I’m originally from Flagstaff Arizona, but have lived in Alaska, Texas, Nevada, and New Mexico. I hope you come back to visit our great Country soon. 😀🙏❤️

[sassytbc]

When I went to the UK the first time, I had many preconceived notions as well. I thought British folks were mean, stuck up etc. I soon found out how funny people are, how friendly and helpful etc. One of the perks of travel is to learn that people in different places are more the same than different.

[lcarolc]

Thank you for your lovely comments about America. You re always welcome.

[melissadesa]

One reason for being kicked out of places for being barefoot could be that if you injure yourself, they don’t want you to sue them. Seriously so many people try to sue for ridiculous reasons in the US!

[TexasVernon]

You actually experienced less than half of the USA. Even your trip through Texas missed the entire eastern portion of the state where the geography & people are different. The southern states will give you another accent to pick up, different food & a different pace. New York City actually is a place where a car is for the most part optional. There is so much more to see and experience!

[lionsuar]

That’s awesome! The USA has a lot of variety depending on where you are. I’m a Cuban American (born in Miami) and South Florida is different than anywhere else in the USA, but drive 3 hours north to Central Florida and then that’s completely different, which is different than if you leave Florida. The point is, there’s something for everyone but you just have to find the area that suits you best. Great video!

[ssaylor]

4:47 For farenheit, it's easier to think of it as like the "percent" coldness/hotness. Fifty is about halfway between cold and hot, it's comfortable if you've got a jacket. Thirty degrees, okay that's freezing, need to bundle up. Ninety to one hundred is too hot, your're sweltering and hopefully you're at the beach w a cold drink. Seventy is about perfect for hanging out outside.

[evazubeck]

THANK YOU SO MUCH for joining me for the 6 months I spent in the USA. I hadn't expected to fall in love with it as much as I did... I might just be making plans to come back soon, but that's still top secret so don't tell anyone 😜

[stevengomez]

Texan here, loved your video and I have been to Europe a few times. It’s so refreshing to hear foreigners say they love my home. I don’t think Europe is better than the US or vice versa, just different ways of living. Seems like you get that 😊.

[mrtonod]

Very entertaining video and Eva has a real knack for this medium as well as being quite captivating in her monologue and presence.

[deekay]

Definitely, please, come back so you can and travel on the Eastern half. I've loved watching your videos and hearing your observations! I would love to have the guts to do what you do and travel alone and go experience Europe. You rock!

[HereforaMoment]

I just want to say thank you for such kind words. We have issues in our country for sure and we often times only hear the negative from other countries but what you said was absolutely a breathe of fresh air. Thank you

[barbrajones]

As a Texan I had to laugh at your comment about how it never ends. When we drove to California from our home in North Texas, we left early that morning and stopped at a hotel in El Paso later that night. We were wiped out from a full day of driving and had to laugh because we were STILL in Texas. lol Also it's true that in most places in the US you need to have a car it really depends on where you live. My brother has lived in Austin for years and doesn't own a car. He can well afford to own one, he just doesn't want one or feel the need for one. He takes buses or his bike everywhere. It helps that he lives right in the city. We live in the country so owning a vehicle is an absolute necessity.

[bearwrex]

It warms my heart to hear a European say that America is the most beautiful country in the world. I just wish all of our people were as beautiful (on the inside) as our country.

[JimHerrington_UncorrectedProof]

Yellowstone, like Rome, Paris, London, definitely attracts an overabundance of tourists but it is huge - 3, 472 square miles (8992 sq. km) - and the majority of visitors never leave the parking lot(s). Tons of beauty and isolation from tourists if you choose to venture into the backcountry.

[anesha]

I'm from Missouri and I ABSOLUTELY love your honesty. I never traveled out of the states so this is very amusing for me. Thank you!!

[nelsonterk]

So refreshing to see a light hearted video. No politics. Thank you for bringing a smile to my weekends.

[AnnieParkerConfidential]

Tipping for coffee, take-out etc is a big discussion / disagreement in the US, also. I don’t tip for coffee, frozen yogurt where I’m serving myself, etc. The finger should be pointed at directly at employers underpaying & expecting customers to subsidize wages and by extension - their business. US tipping expectations are out of control, and many Americans feel the same. In just waiting for a tip jar to appear at the grocery check-out 😢

[petrarch]

I live in Wisconsin and I love the way you always talk about the countries you visit, always respectful and always trying to see the best of each places. I am glad you think so highly about USA. Yes, we are not perfect but for sure most of us are friendly people ❤