American entitlement

I recently took a vacation to San Juan, Puerto Rico.

It was the most beautiful place!  Old San Juan is just gorgeous, with the old buildings, forts, and the gorgeous Caribbean sea as the backdrop.

I was fortunate enough to stay at the Ritz Carlton in what's called the "resort area" of San Juan.

Of course, the Ritz Carlton is beautiful and well-appointed.  The staff at the hotel, and really all over the city, were so friendly and accommodating.  Not to mention, the men in San Juan are DELICIOUS!

But, one thing that really bothered me was the way some of the American visitors were treating the folks working at the hotel.  I witnessed some terribly obnoxious behavior towards the hotel staff.  

There were many instances that I wanted to walk up to someone and slap them. I was embarrassed at the level of rudeness and entitlement they were displaying.

I mean, come on, just because you are on vacation...and can afford to stay at the Ritz, doesn't mean that the employees are your personal servants.

Maybe it's my upbringing...I grew up in rural South Carolina, in the 80's.  I was taught that you always say please and thank you, and that things aren't always going to go your way.  So, I am always shocked at how some people think the way they act is ok.

I'll definitely return to San Juan.  But, perhaps next time I'll stay at a more moderately priced hotel...along with the "little people".