Dive Group back on Saba! Lots of Fun & Loud!

LOUD Americans?

6/9/2021

We have our first "larger" dive group checked in. They call themselves the Reef Raff, and they are lots and LOTS of fun!
They've been to Saba before, so they know the island very well, but BOY are they LOUD!

Image taken by Kalani Hayman of Reef Raff

I was wondering, have we been spoiled by the ban of travelers, sitting quietly on our porch or by the pool watching hummingbirds and listening to the palm trees rustling in the wind? (We are not making this up...isn't this YouTube video of the hummingbird frolicking on Saba just peaceful?)

Of course, we've had other customers, but when we're booked solid with an American dive group, Tropics Cafe tends to become extremely loud, especially during breakfast time.

For the fun of it, I googled "Are American's Loud?" and there was quite a fun controversy online.

One find was this:
Here's why Americans are the loudest travelers?
"Yeah, you Americans are super loud. It's not an attack, it's just an honest-to-god, measured-in-decibels statement of fact! There are brass bands that are easier on the ears than an American voice in a crowded restaurant."

Also, on Reddit, there was this question posted:
"Why are Americans so loud? Not posting this in a judgmental fashion, just a curious one. Seems like Americans are always identifiable by the sound of their voice and how loud it is. Is there a cultural reason why Americans tend to speak so loudly, compared to most other people?"

One answer is this:
"Our country is so big we need to shout to hear each other."

Hermès on the top step of the pool...he won't go any further!

Naturally, our dog Hermes is basking in the sun, and when the guests walk by, they just adore him - "These folks love me!" he thinks.

"WHO's THAT WIGGLE BUTT," Chris says

Hermes barks out of sheer excitement - "These people are the best!"

Then you hear Chris again - "I'm SORRY I GOT YOU SO EXCITED."

We ALL must admit…it sure is fun having American customers again!
Thanks for joining us Reef Raff
and Chris it's "outrageous" to have you back on island!

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Gary Palmatier

6/11/2021 05:02:03 am

As an American I personally believe being unnecessarily loud and bellicose is rude and disrespectful to other guests and ultimately at odds with the peace, tranquility and serenity that is Saba. This coming winter I’ll be staying at Juliana’s closeby to Tropics Cafe so I’m hopeful that my fellow guests, whatever their nationality, will be fun and interesting but also respectful of others, and perhaps reserve any loudness for evening happy hours instead of early morning breakfasts. My two cents.

Constance Louise Stirling-Engman link

2/9/2022 01:37:12 pm

This blogpost caught my eye for a couple of reasons. First, as an American, I always make an effort to counteract the "Ugly American" stereotype whenever I travel. My husband and I travel to appreciate other cultures and we try to blend in and soak up the ambience. We even try to use some basic phrases int the local language, if possible. We explore out-of-the-way attractions and treat locals with respect and courtesy. As a diver, I love the international aspect of being on a dive boat and meeting divers from all over the world. We hope to visit Saba, and we'll be sure that we don't come across as loud or obnoxious Americans.

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LOUD Americans?

We ALL must admit…it sure is fun having American customers again!
Thanks for joining us Reef Raff
and Chris it's "outrageous" to have you back on island!

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​We ALL must admit…it sure is fun having American customers again!Thanks for joining us Reef Raff ​and Chris it's "outrageous" to have you back on island!

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LOUD Americans?

We ALL must admit…it sure is fun having American customers again!
Thanks for joining us Reef Raff
and Chris it's "outrageous" to have you back on island!