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through local eyes a local perspective

usa.

samantha, in their own words.

where are you originally from?​
virginia usa

people

how would you describe the people in your country?
our people are very laid back and go with the flow; they do not get in much of a hurry.

on a scale of 1–10, how well do people in your country speak english?
10

what’s a common word or expression people use in your country?
it is what it is

how do i say hello, thank you, please, and sorry in your language?
hey/thanks/please/i apologize

what do people in your country usually do for fun?
mostly taking things easy and keeping it relaxed.

food

what’s the best local food to try? anything unusual?
best food has to be soul food (fried chicken, collard greens etc).. weirdest foods some people think are fried frog legs..

what local drinks would you recommend trying?
we have a lot of local craft beer and ciders which are great

what’s a typical breakfast like in your country?
country style… eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy

culture

what’s the best festival to attend?
we have a lot of local fairs which are so much fun

which sports are people in your country most passionate about?
college football

what’s the craziest thing someone can do in your country?
sky diving

what activities or experiences would you recommend to visitors?
hike the ap trail

are there any local customs visitors should be aware of?
not really

places

what are some of the most incredible places to visit in your country?
in my town we are the home to president james madison, so that is the must see place.

can you name a place that most people have not heard of?
ellwood manor– the home of the burial site of stonewall jackson’s arm.

where can visitors find the best beaches?
virginia beach or the outskirts of that area

if i’m staying for less than a week, which city should i choose?
washington, dc

country

how would you describe your country in one sentence?
opinionated

how many days would you recommend spending in your country?
an unlimited amount of time could be spent here. all 50 states offer something intriguing

when’s the best time to visit?
depending on what type of weather you like. many places boast skiing, others are great for fresh fruits and vegetables when in season.

what’s something interesting about your country that most people don’t know?
we sell enough pizza every day to cover 100 acres.

what is your country’s most popular stereotype/cliché?
i believe a lot of other countries believe that americans are not educated which is simply untrue.

travel

do you travel often? what’s your favorite place so far?
i am not much of a traveler.

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