Don’t be that tourist. Ever accidentally tipped in Japan, ordered cappuccino after lunch in Italy, or tried to high-five a monk? You’re not alone — but you can do better.
First-Time Travel Mistakes to Avoid is your no-judgment, laugh-out-loud guide to cultural missteps and how to dodge them like a seasoned traveler. Whether you're planning your first trip abroad or just tired of secondhand embarrassment from cringey tourist behavior, this book helps you blend in — or at least avoid total disaster.
📍 Inside you’ll
Why tipping in Tokyo is a faux pas (and might get you chased down the street)
The one word you should always say first in France
What not to wear in a UAE shopping mall ( it’s not just about fashion)
Why your favorite hand gesture might get you into big trouble in Brazil
a bonus chapter on universal travel mistakes that know no borders
Told with humor, real stories, and zero condescension, First-Time Fool is part etiquette guide, part cultural crash course — all designed to keep your adventures unforgettable for the right reasons.
Perfect ✈️ First-time travelers 🌍 Culture-curious explorers 😂 Fans of funny-but-useful advice 🚫 People who don’t want to end up on a “tourist fails” TikTok
Pack your passport — and a bit of humility. Your global adventures await.