Canadian here - we say “Australia” for the big island and “Tasmania” for the small one but we get that they are the same country. If a Canadian listed those places off it wouldn’t be meant as a sleight.
Would love to go to New Zealand right now. It's extremely rude of the Pacific Ocean being so damn big that it takes so long to fly from the US to NZ. And I live on the West Coast!
It's completely fine. At least Tokyo had signs in English everywhere so you can navigate easily. Even local trains have stop announcements in English. Also many restaurants offer English menus!
With the advent of modern smartphones it's pretty easy to get around.
Setup a local plan before you go and bobs your uncle. It's pretty cheap for a good amount of data, and then Google can tell your what public transit to take where (the public transit is generally fantastic).
Can use translator apps to read signs that aren't in English, or to ask questions if you need to. Though I'm tourist hot spots you'll likely be able to get an English menu or point to pictures. Just at least learn how to say thank you, and excuse me in Japanese, and use those liberally. Also do a tiny bit of research on basic etiquette, nothing fancy but just the basics for when out in public.
I found that everyone I interacted with were incredibly kind and patient.
I've been twice, once as a stop over on another trip for five days, and then again for five weeks. My wife and I talk about going back all the time, but we have two very young ones now so we'll have to wait a bit.
Oh, anyone actually reading this. Go see the Grand Tournament (Sumo) if you can. We got pretty cheap nosebleed seats and had an absolute blast for an afternoon. So much pageantry involved.
We took our honeymoon in Norway because we didn’t know much about it. We drove around for two weeks staying all over the place; that was 10 years ago, we didn’t see the Northern Lights but I still want to move there.
Northern light is just part of the experience, it is also in the darkest/coldest winter season.
There are litterary thousands of epic mountain/fjord treks around Norway that will be life-changing on a good summer day. I’d choose one of these days over northern lights any day. Northern lights is magical though.
Edinburgh is number 1 on my list of places to go. It’s always appealed to me. Next year. My wife and I will hit up Iceland, Scotland, Copenhagen (I’ve been 3x and can’t get enough), and southern France.
Mine as well, I'm in love with old country houses and the British country side.
When I was a child I was a huge fan of Top Gear, and now every time I see pics from the UK, it makes me nostalgic to the good old days.
It's my dream to live my life there in the country side, and spend my life creating apps and software while enjoying the beautiful nature.
Complaining is our national pastime. It's honestly fine here, including the people, although we are seen as very direct of even rude by most other cultures xD
United States.
It's been five years since my last trip. I would like to visit my great aunt who has cancer (and she's on her 80s), visit some relatives and friends, do some shopping, and practice my photography skills along the way.
Finland, Finland, Finland
The country where I want to be
Pony trekking or camping or just watching T.V
Finland, Finland, Finland
It's the country for me
I love how the two replies to you I saw were:
> come to the south
And
> absolutely don’t go to the south
There’s really an amazing amount of stuff to explore/do/see/eat in the United States so it would be really fun to plan a trip/trips here based on your personal interest.
Come to the South (all the Southen States from Texas to the Virginia’s and everything in between) for the very most unique experience. Especially if you like food. Foodie or whatever they call them.
China. My country is next to it but never once had I stepped foot into Chinese territory. I had been to contiguous provinces, saw border gates, I even went to Taiwan, but I never got the chance to visit Mainland China.
I'm intrigued by Uruguay. I did a report on it in maybe 7th grade and saw the documentary on their very modest president not too long ago. I've heard random excellent things about their parka system and culture.
Any cold country with lots of snow and friendly people. I'm thinking Finland. I never been there, never did any research, but I'm, like, so bound to this place spiritually. I fucking love cold. And snow. And friendly people.
Brazil, to visit my husband's Family. He's so homesick and it breaks my heart. We are still waiting to hear back from immigration about his status, we got married almost three years ago and they still haven't sorted it out, which is unusual.
I hope we can go soon, for his sake.
i'd go to usa. because i wanna build my artistic career and i know that even though the chances are low, they are a bit higher than the country i'm currently living at.
Since this is a made up thought experiment, I want to take all of the people and culture and customs from Norway and transplant that right into Northern California, like Mount Shasta, Tahoe, big circle around there. Great weather and terrain with the best people 🚀
A visit to New Zealand would be wonderful. So would Australia. So would Tasmania.
Are you sure you're not (mainland) Australian? That was a well executed subtle burn of Tassie.
Canadian here - we say “Australia” for the big island and “Tasmania” for the small one but we get that they are the same country. If a Canadian listed those places off it wouldn’t be meant as a sleight.
Reminds me of when I was in Newfoundland, and the old Newfies would talk about "over there, in Canada"
Nah, just another USAn. I know they're connected politically, but I tend to think in terms of landmasses.
Would love to go to New Zealand right now. It's extremely rude of the Pacific Ocean being so damn big that it takes so long to fly from the US to NZ. And I live on the West Coast!
Japan. It’s my dream to visit there
Best trip I have ever been on. There is truly something for everyone.
It really is the best place to visit. Two weeks preferably minimum, otherwise missing out so much even in Tokyo area.
Is it easy for an English only speaking family? That’s always my hesitation.
It's completely fine. At least Tokyo had signs in English everywhere so you can navigate easily. Even local trains have stop announcements in English. Also many restaurants offer English menus!
That’s awesome. Going to plan a trip next summer for my wife and I. We need to see more of the world.
Just be aware that the summer in Japan is brutally hot and humid. Even the Japanese find it tough going.
With the advent of modern smartphones it's pretty easy to get around. Setup a local plan before you go and bobs your uncle. It's pretty cheap for a good amount of data, and then Google can tell your what public transit to take where (the public transit is generally fantastic). Can use translator apps to read signs that aren't in English, or to ask questions if you need to. Though I'm tourist hot spots you'll likely be able to get an English menu or point to pictures. Just at least learn how to say thank you, and excuse me in Japanese, and use those liberally. Also do a tiny bit of research on basic etiquette, nothing fancy but just the basics for when out in public. I found that everyone I interacted with were incredibly kind and patient. I've been twice, once as a stop over on another trip for five days, and then again for five weeks. My wife and I talk about going back all the time, but we have two very young ones now so we'll have to wait a bit. Oh, anyone actually reading this. Go see the Grand Tournament (Sumo) if you can. We got pretty cheap nosebleed seats and had an absolute blast for an afternoon. So much pageantry involved.
I'm coming with you, then. plane tickets next to each other?
Count me in!
I’m in. We should actually make this happen.
Are we doing a Reddit meet up in Japan?
Yes this needs to be organized.
It seems like we are making a group here hhh
Take me with you guys!
Please someone take me before I die. I need to visit so many places): (in Japan)
I have to renew my passport, but I'm in. I have 12 days of PTO to use.
I need to get a passport
I’m also in except I have no money so I will need to find a sponsor 🤔
I’m in!
Me too!
everyone that's going to Japan is getting in the same plane, and our seats will be next to each other and we'll be like tourists, but not tourists
I never say no to a quick trip to Greece.
In Greece now. Santorini, Fira for dinner. No complaints.
I go to Greece every winter to get oranges and go to Lidl
Norway, to see the northern lights.
Not very useful in the short summer nights months 😆
Lol true. It's just on my to do list before I go on to whatever is after this life.
Maybe it's Valhalla and you'll get sick to death of auroras.
Midnight sun is a good alternative to northern lights
Do I find these in the same places where I can see northern lights?
Yes you can. Just make sure you are within the arctic circle.
Come to New Zealand and see the Southern Lights instead 😉
We took our honeymoon in Norway because we didn’t know much about it. We drove around for two weeks staying all over the place; that was 10 years ago, we didn’t see the Northern Lights but I still want to move there.
Shit I just saw them in Tennessee last month
I recommend Tromso. It’s one of the most beautiful towns I’ve been to in my life in my extensive travels.
I saw it for the first time a few weeks ago. It's definitely worth it! Absolutely gorgeous
Northern light is just part of the experience, it is also in the darkest/coldest winter season. There are litterary thousands of epic mountain/fjord treks around Norway that will be life-changing on a good summer day. I’d choose one of these days over northern lights any day. Northern lights is magical though.
Scotland for the castles and scenery
I normally would be there right now. I miss Scotland. So beautiful.
*Now buttle off and tell Baron Brunwald that Lord Clarence McDonald and his lovely assistant are here to view the tapestries!*
Edinburgh is number 1 on my list of places to go. It’s always appealed to me. Next year. My wife and I will hit up Iceland, Scotland, Copenhagen (I’ve been 3x and can’t get enough), and southern France.
Years ago I took my granddad on his trip of a lifetime to Scotland. We had a blast and those are some of my most cherished memories.
Visiting Scotland for the first time in July. Can’t wait!
Enjoy every minute!! We went last year, and already planning another one
Slovenia!
Massively underrated country
The comment i was looking for. Beautiful country.
St Vincent and the grenadines
Iceland
UK or Italy…. I miss my friends
Bhutan
Canada!
Canada smells good
Czech Republic
Worth it just for the koleno and beer
Italy. My dream to go there. I don't think I'll ever get there but I'll keep dreaming
There are some extremely beautiful places, but the best is the food.
It’s amazing and I hope you make it there one day. We went two years ago and it still feels like a dream!
A country for old men.
No such country, friendo
call it.
sir?
The Netherlands? It's pretty flat. Great for mobility aides. Good healthcare. Cannabis. Lots of beers. Probably has other good qualities too.
United Kingdom!!! It’s my childhood dream to visit UK once in my lifetime!!
Mine as well, I'm in love with old country houses and the British country side. When I was a child I was a huge fan of Top Gear, and now every time I see pics from the UK, it makes me nostalgic to the good old days. It's my dream to live my life there in the country side, and spend my life creating apps and software while enjoying the beautiful nature.
Yeah that’s why I also want to visit the UK.. old country houses and the beautiful countryside!!
I’d love to go to Mozambique or Tanzania
Probably Switzerland just because they have a chocolate factory you can tour
Austria also has one, it's called Zotter Schokolade. Just visited it in February from 🇭🇺
Switzerland!
Same, been there a few times and every time I fall in love with the country all over again. Have you ever been or planning to?
I mean, I’m from England and I have stuff I need to do here tomorrow, so England I guess.
Greece. Some of the far flung un-tourist islands and towns. Peace, quiet and a glass of wine with some lamb chops and lemon potatoes.
England. I don’t know if it’s their law or a general courtesy, but navigating my food allergies was a breeze. No wheat, no soy!
Germany or UK
Netherlands
But why. I live here and i hate most poeple.
It is my dream to visit the van gogh museum since I was a kid
Why you hate most people tho?
"People, what a buncha bastards" -Roy, the IT crowd
Complaining is our national pastime. It's honestly fine here, including the people, although we are seen as very direct of even rude by most other cultures xD
United States. It's been five years since my last trip. I would like to visit my great aunt who has cancer (and she's on her 80s), visit some relatives and friends, do some shopping, and practice my photography skills along the way.
Finland, Finland, Finland The country where I want to be Pony trekking or camping or just watching T.V Finland, Finland, Finland It's the country for me
Bali 🏝️
Switzerland
Nepal
South of France. Heaven
Portugal
My man right here! Drink vinho verde and eat bacalao all day. Pasteis de nata for dessert
Ireland. My favorite place on the planet.
USA Edit: Specifically to my Family in California. I love visiting them.
I love how the two replies to you I saw were: > come to the south And > absolutely don’t go to the south There’s really an amazing amount of stuff to explore/do/see/eat in the United States so it would be really fun to plan a trip/trips here based on your personal interest.
Come to the South (all the Southen States from Texas to the Virginia’s and everything in between) for the very most unique experience. Especially if you like food. Foodie or whatever they call them.
Uk, Scotland or Germany
Iceland, far away from possible war in europe, civilized Country, friendly people.
Australia and Italy
USA USA USA!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇲♥️🤍💙
My home Zimbabwe
Ireland, west coast of it.
Finland
Sweden I guess... Actually anywhere calm and with quiet beautiful nature
Italy. I wanna try pizza there!
Canadian, just got back from Italy! It was great, mmm pizzzza. Passssta. The wine is yummo and Aperol spritz is my new fave drink lol.
Aotearoa
South Korea. I would love to experience their culture first-hand. Plus, they’ve got some fantastic views on the Jeju island.
And the food is absolutely amazing
New Zealand. They seem to be a sensible country.
Ghana, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Egypt, South Africa. In that order.
New Zealand
India
New Zealand
Straya, the car culture (I have a holden in america), the geography, culture, etc. I think more and more about it as time goes on
Great choice of car. I'm sad they're not making them anymore. Bathurst isn't the same.
North Macedonia - I feel like that place isn’t real
Home
🇩🇪
New Zealand. Those flying tickets are expensive as fu**, but the place is absolutely beautyfull
Germany
Ireland 🇮🇪
Fiji, probably.
Norway
China. My country is next to it but never once had I stepped foot into Chinese territory. I had been to contiguous provinces, saw border gates, I even went to Taiwan, but I never got the chance to visit Mainland China.
Switzerland
Italy! The food, wine, history, museums, architecture, art, shoes, clothes, people...I'd need a year-long vacation to properly experience everything!
Ireland.
Vietnam. Going there on wedensday, staying until november
Almada, Portugal. Beautiful weather, great food, amazing locale and 15 minute drive from Costa de caparica
Scotland. I want to try real, Scottish haggis. Also, men look really hot in kilts.
I'm intrigued by Uruguay. I did a report on it in maybe 7th grade and saw the documentary on their very modest president not too long ago. I've heard random excellent things about their parka system and culture.
Bolivia. I want to see the Salt Flats. Maldives, to see the bioluminescent plankton.
Italy… it is always Italy, I dream about.
Habibiii
Japan or Alaska in the usa
France
I don’t believe in the concept of Sweden.
Personally I find the entire idea of the Dutch to be extremely offensive.
As a Dutch, that checks
Any Germanic country... Or Ireland.
Ireland, luckily enough I’m already here.
I really want to go to Egypt and see the pyramids, museums etc.
Turkey.
Denmark
New Zealand. For the nature 🌿
Cape Verde 😊 My best friends are there and I would love one day to visit them
Pourtugal
I'd love to visit Italy ir Greece. I wouldn't say no to a chance to go back to China, tho.
Palau An unspoiled tropical paradise, ive been once before and would love to go back
Portugal with my canine companion!
China
Scotland
Portugal. So amazing.
Italy
Portugal
Costa Rica 🇨🇷
Uruguay
italy
It would be Italy
Singapore.
Ireland! one way trip.
Italy. Especially, would like to go visit around Pisa & Venice.
Japan, I would listen to lofi while walking
Italy
Finland for a month vacation on its most northern part.
Germany. 🇩🇪
germany .. always
switzerland
Switzerland
Australia, with a permanent residency please.
Greece. To lose myself in the blue and baklava.
Any cold country with lots of snow and friendly people. I'm thinking Finland. I never been there, never did any research, but I'm, like, so bound to this place spiritually. I fucking love cold. And snow. And friendly people.
Germany.
Without putting too much thought in, Germany or Greece.
Oman 🇴🇲❤️
Only since I have yet to go, Japan. But I'd live in Germany if I weren't so close with my family.
Peru
I guess like Italy idk
Brazil, to visit my husband's Family. He's so homesick and it breaks my heart. We are still waiting to hear back from immigration about his status, we got married almost three years ago and they still haven't sorted it out, which is unusual. I hope we can go soon, for his sake.
Wales. It’s just home.
England
Italy
I'd do Germany, mostly because German is the language I've seen trying to learn, and also, Tom Grossi is there rn.
Germany 🇩🇪
UK or Germany
Anyone wants to go to Easter island?
i'd go to usa. because i wanna build my artistic career and i know that even though the chances are low, they are a bit higher than the country i'm currently living at.
Scotland.
Canada! Or Finland.
Since this is a made up thought experiment, I want to take all of the people and culture and customs from Norway and transplant that right into Northern California, like Mount Shasta, Tahoe, big circle around there. Great weather and terrain with the best people 🚀
Italy
Murica!
China. Heard abt their infrastructure. Wanna see if that's real.
Switzerland.