This was something I came across on Instagram and realized — wait, the algorithm actually produced some truth for once!
OK, this one is seriously annoying in the summer when you want to let a breeze in without the bugs coming to say hi.
Maybe it’s the higher percentage of old buildings, but I’ve found central AC to be uniquely American.
It’s no secret Americans love our cars, but that’s also because vehicles are a necessary reality of living in the U.S. In Europe.
No, seriously, in a lot of Europe, notably France and Germany, if you rent “unfurnished” that doesn’t just mean furniture.
One thing I always take for granted back home is that, if you find public toilets, they’re generally free to use.
I too take free water at restaurants and cafés for granted. This varies by nation, but it's not a promise or regulation in Europe.
Unless you’re part of the shrinking portion of Americans who can drive a manual, which is still the default in Europe.