
Survey reveals just what Europeans really think of American tourists
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Survey reveals just what Europeans really think of American tourists
Upgraded Points asked 2,200 Europeans from 22 countries for their opinions on American travelers. The travel company then compared their answers to how 1,000 Americans viewed themselves to see if the stereotype of an American tourist is simply a myth. One in four Europeans said they have a negative opinion of American tourists and 36% said they think American tourists behave worse than others. However, depending on what country you’re visiting, you may feel a bit unwelcome, the survey also found. The states where the worst offenders come from, Europeans listed Texas, Florida and California.
In a survey released Tuesday, July 23, Upgraded Points asked 2,200 Europeans from 22 countries for their opinions on American travelers, from common traits to whether they find them annoying. The travel company then compared their answers to how 1,000 Americans viewed themselves to see if the stereotype of an American tourist is simply a myth.
“European countries are hotter than ever as destinations for American travelers, but popularity doesn’t always equal praise,” said Keri Stooksbury, editor-in-chief at Upgraded Points, in a statement. “We wanted to see if Europeans still see the stereotypical loud, overly patriotic American tourist, or if that’s just part of a common misconception.”
These days, the majority Americans fear their nationality comes with a stigma when abroad, with over half of the American respondents saying they “worry at least a little” about being seen negatively on their international travels.
Nearly three quarters believe Americans have a bad reputation overseas, and 80% blame recent politics, such as the tariffs, skewing what Europeans think of the U.S.
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In actuality, Americans may not need to worry so much. In the survey, one in four Europeans said they have a negative opinion of American tourists and 36% said they think American tourists behave worse than others. However, depending on what country you’re visiting, you may feel a bit unwelcome, the survey also found.
Here’s what Europeans think of American tourists, according to Upgraded Points’ survey.
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How do Europeans view American tourists?
Apparently, most Europeans find American tourists to be loud, with 70% of respondents calling this the typical trait. (Nearly the same percentage of Americans agreed on this sentiment.) On a lighter note, Europeans also said most Americans are friendly and curious.
Meanwhile, Americans seem to be more critical of themselves, with 53% thinking they’re viewed as arrogant – however, only 27% of Europeans said they regard them this way.
As for the states where the worst offenders come from, Europeans listed Texas, Florida and California.
What European countries are the least welcoming to American tourists?
Here are the countries where most of the surveyed residents feel American tourists are generally unwelcome:
France Hungary Norway Denmark Spain
What European countries view Americans the most negatively?
These are the countries that have the most negative view of American travelers, according to the survey: