13 Hidden Reasons Europeans Privately Wish They Lived Like Americans
Though Europeans and Americans promote their cultural variety, both groups secretly wonder if a better lifestyle exists in either place. You might wonder why Europeans secretly admire American lifestyle features.
Find numerous facts about American lifestyles that will surprise you and become things you enjoy.
24/7 Convenience
Late-night hunger hits you, but every store around you has ended its business. In most European countries, stores and services must follow fixed early closings during regular business times.
Compare this to the U.S., where “open 24/7” isn’t just a slogan—it’s a lifestyle.
Abundance of Space
Europe has maintained traditional architecture across its historic towns and cities but fails to provide more room like the United States. Americans benefit from extensive space in suburban living and vast public parks nationwide.
People love having enough space to grill outdoors or take long highway journeys without end.
Customer Service that Shines
American customer service earns worldwide respect because employees work hard to exceed expectations. Europeans sometimes find their continent’s “efficient yet indifferent” approach lacking.
Employees in restaurants and retail businesses show their passion for making customers happy.
Entrepreneurial Culture
“Anything is possible” truly defines America’s entrepreneurial spirit. Every business across the United States, large and small, receives support to try new ideas and faces few penalties for taking business risks.
Numerous Europeans secretly admire America’s Freedom to work and build businesses. Their nations restrict these opportunities through official regulations and established practices.
Massive Portions
Although we giggle at big American serving sizes, many people secretly wish they had this advantage. People find security in having limitless drinks and oversized food portions.
Regarding food, minimalist eating sounds excellent, but more significant portions bring better satisfaction.
The “Can-Do” Attitude
Americans adopt a work mindset and move ahead when they face problems. Pew research shows that Americans maintain an upbeat perspective toward their future.
This “can-do” resilience is contagious and admired by many, especially in Europe, where cultural attitudes can sometimes lean more cautious or pragmatic.
Driving Freedom
Although Europe depends on public transit, many travelers find adventure in road trips across Europe. Car culture more clearly demonstrates freedom as a core American value than anything else.
Drivers from Europe see endless highways as a dream opportunity after living on cramped roads.
Workforce Flexibility
Although work-life balance remains an essential debate across nations, Americans benefit from more remote work and career choices than employees elsewhere.
People living in European countries with strict work rules find the dynamic American work choices highly appealing.
Living the Suburban Dream
You can find spacious houses with backyard pools in protected neighborhoods throughout the U.S., which remain hard to achieve for most people across Europe. Suburban areas give families a quiet home setting close to all the city offers.
Big, Bold Entertainment Culture
The U.S. leads the world in entertainment. From huge movie theaters to massive stadium performances, Americans build unforgettable events nobody can match in scale and variety, and they serve every audience.
Equality of Opportunity
America earns support from international audiences because it honors those who work diligently to achieve success. You can achieve success through hard work no matter where you begin that excites worldwide recognition.
Easy Access to Natural Wonders
On one weekend, you can enjoy winter mountains and beach sunshine simultaneously. It’s possible in the U.S.
Your next outdoor adventure dream can come true anywhere in America’s 63 national parks and countless natural landscapes.
Free Water and Icy Drinks
When you communicate with European visitors, you will find that they most often miss getting complimentary water while in the United States. As part of their hospitality, Americans give restaurant guests tap water from the fridge throughout the country.
Disclaimer – This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
Disclosure: For transparency, this content was partly developed with AI assistance and carefully curated by an experienced editor to be informative and ensure accuracy.
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