Yep, pretty much this. I think tourists from many nations - and usually for varying reasons - sure don’t seem to lend to international understanding and goodwill.
When I lived in Europe, I had a Swiss girlfriend complement me that I ‘dont dress like all the other Americans’. I got caught up in being flattered but then thought to ask exactly what she meant. ‘You know… they wear the khaki pleated shorts… sandals with socks… a fanny pack and visor…’ Given that she hadn’t been to US, it didn’t take long to realize who these fashion ambassadors just might be…
When I lived in Europe, I had a Swiss girlfriend complement me that I ‘dont dress like all the other Americans’. I got caught up in being flattered but then thought to ask exactly what she meant. ‘You know… they wear the khaki pleated shorts… sandals with socks… a fanny pack and visor…’ Given that she hadn’t been to US, it didn’t take long to realize who these fashion ambassadors just might be…