​LOUD Americans?

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!