It’s Rude NOT to Tip
Not leaving a tip in the United States is widely viewed as an impolite gesture, and the reasons behind this social norm are fairly straightforward to comprehend. Servers in the US do not make enough money to live solely on their paycheck, so they rely on tips to boost their income. In many countries outside of the US, a service charge is typically included in the bill, making it appear unnecessary to add an additional tip.
Consequently, tipping on top of the included service charge may give the impression of frivolously dispensing money. Also, servers in other countries make a much better wage than those in the US.
Showing Off the Flag
Apart from the classic identifiers like Hawaiian shirts, wearing shorts during unconventional seasons, or pairing socks with sandals, one can often spot an American by observing someone proudly donning the American flag. Stripes and stars happen to be our favorite pattern, and no one can say we don’t have national pride.
While American patriotism is often endearing, it is not something you will find across the globe. Consequently, if you disembark from a plane clad in stars and stripes, be prepared for the curious and perplexed gazes of onlookers.