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Easily Recognizable Tourists

What is the image of a typical German tourist? As noted by "Russkaya Germaniya", he usually wears sandals with socks. As a rule, the socks are not white (although the stereotype is exactly that), but beige: firstly, such socks get less dirty, and secondly, they create (in the opinion of their wearers) the illusion of bare feet. Socks are needed because of possible temperature changes, to which Germans are extremely sensitive.

For the same occasions, multifunctional trousers are necessary, the length of which can be varied using built-in zippers. A rain jacket is mandatory, preferably in a "partner" version, that is, two identical ones for a pair of tourists.

All parts of the body not covered by clothing are bright white on German tourists: they are smeared with sunscreen with a protection level of at least 60. On the beach, Germans are distinguished by overly tight swim trunks and swimsuits, as well as protruding bellies.

A typical German tourist does not eat exotic food in an all-inclusive restaurant, preferring traditional spaghetti or french fries. Also, according to the prevailing notion, he constantly interferes with other travelers photographing sights by positioning himself in the very center of the landscape.

And Germans, especially the older generation, bring house slippers with them on vacation. Putting them on, our tourists feel as comfortable in the hotel lobby or restaurant as in their own living room.