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40 Times Individuals Demonstrated A Stunning Lack Of Knowledge In Geography
Funny,FailsAPR 18, 2024

40 Times Individuals Demonstrated A Stunning Lack Of Knowledge In Geography

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We’ve gathered some of the worst examples of folks being deeply ignorant about other counties and still posting their thoughts online. From lacking even the simplest idea of geography to having nonsensical ideas about other places, some people should perhaps open up a map at least once. 
We also got in touch with travel writer and adventure Vicky from vickyflipfloptravels.com and she was kind enough to answer some of our questions about travel as a way to expand your mind. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote the worst examples and be sure to share your own experiences in the comments below. 

#1 Africa Is So Confusing

Africa Is So Confusing
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#2 Don't Have A Cashapp

Don't Have A Cashapp
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#3 Poor Indians

Poor Indians
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Bored Panda got in touch with travel writer and adventure Vicky from vickyflipfloptravels.com to learn more about travel, a fantastic way to avoid making a fool of yourself online, and she was kind enough to share some of her thoughts. First and foremost, we wanted to know what she would have told her younger self, if she could.

“Get yourself to South America! Pick somewhere to stay for a few months and settle in a bit to explore deeper,” she shared. Interestingly, she may have picked up on the region's growing popularity with digital nomads, who are flocking to the continent. 

#4 Europe Is A Continent

Europe Is A Continent
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#5 When You Try To Roast Europe For Not Being Knowledgeable Enough About Coffee, But Europe Has A Reverse Uno Card Up Its Sleeve

When You Try To Roast Europe For Not Being Knowledgeable Enough About Coffee, But Europe Has A Reverse Uno Card Up Its Sleeve
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#6 Hint Hint

Hint Hint
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Of course, traveling is easier said than done, with any degree of comfort costing money. So we wanted to know her opinion on paying for convenience versus trying to make your money go as far as possible. “Whatever works for you! I spent years backpacking on a shoestring, staying in hostels, and always choosing the cheapest option.”

#7 Apparently Cleopatra Vii Was African American

Apparently Cleopatra Vii Was African American
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#8 America Is The Reason You Have Cars

America Is The Reason You Have Cars
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#9 Lost Brain Cells Reading This Twitter Thread

Lost Brain Cells Reading This Twitter Thread
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“Now that I'm a bit older I'm happy to pay for comfort and will splash out on experiences rather than just watching others do them, or looking for the cheap things to do in a destination. Both are perfectly valid ways to travel!” she shared with Bored Panda. The important thing is to make sure you don’t end up wasting your time on unearned hype, expensive or not. 

#10 It's Spelled Australia*

It's Spelled Australia*
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#11 That Awkward Moment When You Can't Tell The Difference Between The Flag Of Mexico And Italy

That Awkward Moment When You Can't Tell The Difference Between The Flag Of Mexico And Italy
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#12 Wait… Spain Is In South America?

Wait… Spain Is In South America?
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Lastly, if you are afraid of ending up like some of these folks and want to travel, we asked Vicky to share some tips. “Learn a few local words, look for the best places to visit, and seek out some unique experiences too. Research bloggers who've been there and done that, and see if they have useful tried and tested advice that will make your trip go smoother.”

#13 For Pride Month, My City (Not In Lithuania) Mistakenly Put Up A Bunch Lithuanian Flags

For Pride Month, My City (Not In Lithuania) Mistakenly Put Up A Bunch Lithuanian Flags
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#14 India Is Not A Location

India Is Not A Location
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#15 Says "I'm English" But Doesn't Know What The Right Flag Is For England? Nobody Could Be That Stupid Right?

Says "I'm English" But Doesn't Know What The Right Flag Is For England? Nobody Could Be That Stupid Right?
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#16 Well, Of Course You Can. Who Are We To Make Things More Difficult On The Road For You… Jfc

Well, Of Course You Can. Who Are We To Make Things More Difficult On The Road For You… Jfc
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#17 South Africa, Duh

South Africa, Duh
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#18 Wait Until This Guy Hears About A Country Called Spain

Wait Until This Guy Hears About A Country Called Spain
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#19 If Only Spain Existed

If Only Spain Existed
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#20 Europe Sucks

Europe Sucks
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