Discover the American vacation habits that surprise international visitors most, from tipping and road trips to oversized meals, national parks, and unexpected travel customs every first-time tourist should know.

Many travelers assume they're fine as long as their passport is valid through the end of their vacation. Unfortunately, that's not always true. Many countries require your passport to remain valid for several months after your planned departure, meaning you could be denied boarding even if your passport doesn't expire until long after you return home.

Most people think of train stations as places to pass through on the way to somewhere else. But around the world, some stations are so beautiful, historic, or architecturally impressive that they're destinations in their own right. Whether you're into history, photography, architecture, or simply discovering unique places, these train stations are worth adding to your travel plans even if you never set foot on a train.

From enormous flags and friendly strangers to biscuits and gravy, Canadians quickly notice these charming differences when visiting small-town America.