From Huffington Post
American tourists are known for being the world’s worst tourists. But encountering Americans behaving poorly isn’t so much about the tourists, but the location.
Party. Photo by Paul Bradbury via Getty Images
Americans aren’t the only perpetrators of bad tourism, they just happen to get a lot of flack for it.
The following cities are known for being hot spots for hedonistic Americans to get slopppy and have a good time, for better or worse. You’ve been warned.
Tijuana
Tijuana.
If you grew up watching The OC, you know Tijuana is where all the cool kids in SoCal go to party. A quick drive from the U.S./Mexico border, Tijuana is a spot where Americans love to drink too much tequila, dance at the disco and potentially engage in other activities that would be illegal back home.
Jamaica. SBPR/Flickr
Jamaica
A spring break favorite, Jamaica is popular for two things: rum and beaches. Americans love to go to Jamaica to drink fruity frozen drinks, lay by the water, drink more and party.
Cancun. gerrylc2012/Flickr
Cancun
Cancun during college break season is a sight to be seen. Resorts are flooded with giant crowds of raucous visitors — many of whom are under 21 and revel in the opportunity to drink legally.
Amsterdam. Lonely Planet via Getty Images
Amsterdam
You’ll find intoxicated and/or stoned Americans wandering the streets of Amsterdam having their time of their lives. While some states in the U.S. are decriminalizing and legalizing marijuana, in most areas it’s still strictly illegal. From the red light district to the famous marijuana coffee shops, Amsterdam is a mecca of illicit activity.
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