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Most Americans know Europe for its picturesque travel destinations,
historical monuments and legendary cities. But, what do Europeans think
of their close neighbors and how will that influence
American pond hoppers? Knowing that the best travel information comes
from locals, Travelocity editors tapped their sister company in Europe
to learn how Europeans themselves rate the food, attractiveness and even
social skills of other European nationals.
“European travel is on the rise and insider
information is always the best to make sure you pick the best spots,”
said Amy Ziff, Travelocity's editor-at-large. “This
poll provides a mix of fun, and sometimes down right shocking, insights
into what Europeans really think of each other.”
For Americans, France is often coveted as the very best destination for
world-class cuisine. But Europeans actually rank Italy as having the best
food on the continent. Notable dissenters were France and Spain,
both voting for their own country as having the best eats. Of course,
where there is good there is bad. The vote for the worst food
went to the United Kingdom. The Brits insist that title belongs squarely
to Germany. (Perhaps that depends on whether you prefer haggis to
weinershcnitzel?)
But food isn't everything. Let’s talk candy,
and we’re not comparing Swiss chocolate to
Belgian. We're talking eye-candy and beachwear. So just who is the hottest
on the sand and surf? Most Europeans voted for the Italians, except
the Spanish, who claimed that they have the best bods for bathing. The
prize for worst beach bods went to the Brits first and the
Germans second.
Alas, looks can only take you so far. When it comes to real popularity
you need personality. In this category, Spaniards are the clear winners
and the Germans the losers. (Incidentally, the Germans actually prefer
spending time with other nationalities as well.) Traveling amongst the
Spaniards is a sure way to boost your next European adventure.
American’s Favorite European Destinations
Great Britain
Italy
Germany
France
Spain
Ireland
Greece
Netherlands
Switzerland
Sweden
Advice for Americans Traveling Abroad*
Be humble. In many countries, boasting is considered very rude.
Dress for respect. Know what is expected. Bring scarves, headwear or
whatever is required.
Be patient. Americans talk fast. Eat fast. Move fast. Live fast. Many
cultures do not.
Live, eat and play local. Most people believe that Americans have the
most fun when they are in their own company. Prove them wrong.
Gestures are a powerful language in any culture. Study up on them.
*Source: World Citizens
Guide
Other Survey Findings
The British, Italians, Spanish and Danes seek adventure on their
vacations.
The Germans want to relax and get away from it all when on vacation.
The Italians are most likely to travel with friends.
The Spanish and French are most likely to travel with extended family.
All European nationals (much like Americans) prefer a variety of
things to do while on vacation, including beach, shopping and
entertainment.
Total Respondents
Italy
France
Spain
Germany
UK
What country has the best food?
56%
21%
12%
4%
3%
What country has the worst food?
2%
12%
2%
17%
67%
What nation looks best on the beach?
50%
10%
28%
8%
4%
What nation looks worst on the beach?
5%
6%
4%
36%
49%
What nation do people like to socialize with on vacation?
35%
10%
38%
6%
11%
What nation do people avoid on vacation?
16%
17%
3%
29%
35%
*This survey was conducted online at www.lastminute.com
in June 2006 with 11,500 total respondents.
About Travelocity
Travelocity is committed to being the traveler’s
champion – before, during and after the trip
and guarantees everything about a customer’s
booking will be right. If it’s not,
Travelocity will work with its partners to make it right, right away.
This customer-driven focus, backed by live 24/7 phone support, great
prices and powerful shopping technology has made Travelocity the fifth
largest travel agency in the U.S. – booking
$7.4 billion in travel worldwide in 2005. Based in Southlake, Texas,
Travelocity also owns and operates Travelocity BusinessSM
and GetThere for corporate travelers, lastminute.com, a leader in
European online travel and ZUJI, a leader in Asia-Pacific online travel.
Travelocity is owned by Sabre Holdings Corporation (NYSE: TSG), a world
leader in travel commerce.
Most Americans know Europe for its picturesque travel
destinations, historical monuments and legendary cities. But, what do
Europeans think of their close neighbors and how will that influence
American pond hoppers? Knowing that the best travel information comes
from locals, Travelocity editors tapped their sister company in Europe
to learn how Europeans themselves rate the food, attractiveness and
even social skills of other European nationals.
"European travel is on the rise and insider information is always
the best to make sure you pick the best spots," said Amy Ziff,
Travelocity's editor-at-large. "This poll provides a mix of fun, and
sometimes down right shocking, insights into what Europeans really
think of each other."
For Americans, France is often coveted as the very best
destination for world-class cuisine. But Europeans actually rank Italy
as having the best food on the continent. Notable dissenters were
France and Spain, both voting for their own country as having the best
eats. Of course, where there is good there is bad. The vote for the
worst food went to the United Kingdom. The Brits insist that title
belongs squarely to Germany. (Perhaps that depends on whether you
prefer haggis to weinershcnitzel?)
But food isn't everything. Let's talk candy, and we're not
comparing Swiss chocolate to Belgian. We're talking eye-candy and
beachwear. So just who is the hottest on the sand and surf? Most
Europeans voted for the Italians, except the Spanish, who claimed that
they have the best bods for bathing. The prize for worst beach bods
went to the Brits first and the Germans second.
Alas, looks can only take you so far. When it comes to real
popularity you need personality. In this category, Spaniards are the
clear winners and the Germans the losers. (Incidentally, the Germans
actually prefer spending time with other nationalities as well.)
Traveling amongst the Spaniards is a sure way to boost your next
European adventure.
American's Favorite European Destinations
-- Great Britain
-- Italy
-- Germany
-- France
-- Spain
-- Ireland
-- Greece
-- Netherlands
-- Switzerland
-- Sweden
Advice for Americans Traveling Abroad*
-- Be humble. In many countries, boasting is considered very
rude.
-- Dress for respect. Know what is expected. Bring scarves,
headwear or whatever is required.
-- Be patient. Americans talk fast. Eat fast. Move fast. Live
fast. Many cultures do not.
-- Live, eat and play local. Most people believe that Americans
have the most fun when they are in their own company. Prove
them wrong.
-- Gestures are a powerful language in any culture. Study up on
them.
*Source: World Citizens Guide
Other Survey Findings
-- The British, Italians, Spanish and Danes seek adventure on
their vacations.
-- The Germans want to relax and get away from it all when on
vacation.
-- The Italians are most likely to travel with friends.
-- The Spanish and French are most likely to travel with extended
family.
-- All European nationals (much like Americans) prefer a variety
of things to do while on vacation, including beach, shopping
and entertainment.
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Total Respondents
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Italy France Spain Germany UK
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What country has the best food? 56% 21% 12% 4% 3%
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What country has the worst food? 2% 12% 2% 17% 67%
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What nation looks best on the beach? 50% 10% 28% 8% 4%
--------------------------------------- ----- ------ ----- ------- ---
What nation looks worst on the beach? 5% 6% 4% 36% 49%
--------------------------------------- ----- ------ ----- ------- ---
What nation do people like to socialize
with on vacation? 35% 10% 38% 6% 11%
--------------------------------------- ----- ------ ----- ------- ---
What nation do people avoid on
vacation? 16% 17% 3% 29% 35%
--------------------------------------- ----- ------ ----- ------- ---
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*This survey was conducted online at www.lastminute.com in June
2006 with 11,500 total respondents.
About Travelocity
Travelocity is committed to being the traveler's champion -
before, during and after the trip and guarantees everything about a
customer's booking will be right. If it's not, Travelocity will work
with its partners to make it right, right away. This customer-driven
focus, backed by live 24/7 phone support, great prices and powerful
shopping technology has made Travelocity the fifth largest travel
agency in the U.S. - booking $7.4 billion in travel worldwide in 2005.
Based in Southlake, Texas, Travelocity also owns and operates
Travelocity Business(SM) and GetThere for corporate travelers,
lastminute.com, a leader in European online travel and ZUJI, a leader
in Asia-Pacific online travel. Travelocity is owned by Sabre Holdings
Corporation (NYSE: TSG), a world leader in travel commerce.