As Reddit is a melting pot of people from different regions and cultures, they surely have experienced similar confusion while traveling. That’s why when one person asked “What’s the biggest culture shock you’ve experienced when visiting another country?”, over 5,000 people decided to share.
And what about you, Pandas? Have you ever experienced culture shock in another country? What was it like? Check out people’s answers and don’t forget to share your story in the comments down below!
Bored Panda reached out to a professional traveler from Melbourne, Australia James Clark. He’s been a digital nomad since 2003 and started his blog Nomadic Notes in 2009. We asked James to tell us more about the culture shocks he has experienced throughout his many years of traveling and what his tips are to overcome them. Read our conversation with him below!
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“One day, I arrived at a guest house that was listed in a guide book. The manager showed me the room before I booked, probably knowing that as a Westerner I wouldn’t want a room with a squat toilet.”
Knowing what lies ahead, he decided it’s best to learn how to use it since it might come in handy in future travels. “I figured I should take the room and learn how to squat, so when I am on the road with no other option, I would be better prepared,” James tells Bored Panda.
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Clark also admits that his many years of traveling has changed the way he views his own culture. “Having lived overseas for decades, my perspective has changed. I usually go back to Australia once a year, and I experience what is called ‘reverse culture shock.’ For example, I’ve lived in Asia for many years, so I now find it weird to wear shoes inside. I take my shoes off in Australian homes, even if everyone else is stomping around the house in their outdoor shoes,” James tells us.
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