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When most people think of things to do on vacation, they think of hotels, swimming, attractions, and fun. Etiquette rarely comes to mind. Instead, it generally brings to mind lifting one's pinky while drinking tea or being sure not to burp in public. Though the idea of 'vacation etiquette' seems laughably ludicrous, such a thing actually exists. When you go on vacation, you are a guest in that city. Being a guest anywhere means that there are certain do's and do not's. There aren't many things to do to keep a vacation from being ruined. Below are two things you must do to prevent this: Be Nice: This seems like something someone should never have to be reminded of. There is a reason why so many people who live in locations with a high volume of tourism hate tourists. Too many people come into their city with a self-serving attitude expecting anyone - from an employee to a random person on the street - to cater to their every whim and desire. If someone can't help them, then tourists tend to become belligerent as if it is that local resident's fault that he can't be helped. Don't be one of these people. Not everyone knows the historical significance of a specific street or where to get a particular food item, no matter how long they may have lived there. If someone can't help you, simply smile and thank them for their time. If you are nice to people, you will find that they will point you in the direction of someone who can help you. Watch Your Alcohol Consumption: There is one particular type of behavior that is more than most can tolerate. Vacation is a time where many adults act in ways that sometimes border on barbarism. Being away from the nine-to-five grind, and the responsibilities of home, tend to make some people act in ways that they never would normally. Most times, it is the same culprit that turns a simple vacation and the desire to fall into pure insanity, and that is alcohol. Getting away from day-to-day monotony and going on vacation can lead someone to excessive drinking, which will lead to excessive noise, excessive annoyance and will turn the simplest task into lunacy. It is tempting - that free bar that is oh so alluring as it is seductively beckoning you to come hither. Be aware and watch your alcohol consumption. Otherwise, you will find yourself waking up in a holding cell in only your skivvies, with a black eye, and having no idea how either happened. These two pointers seem simple, but too many vacationers don't follow simple vacation etiquette. These simple things to do will make for a better vacation. They will keep you sane, your face intact, and they will keep you out of jail. You will also find the locals helpful, friendly, and willing to go above and beyond to make your vacation the time of your life by simply following these straightforward pointers. To learn more about their options for things to do, Flint, MI residents should visit www.flintandgenesee.org.
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