Useless Knowledge for the World Traveler: 555 Curious Facts, Trivia, and Misconceptions That You Should Know

A fun, funny, and fascinating compendium of trivia, traditions, and advice from around the world—covering all seven continents, from the North Pole to the South Pole, and even the moon!\nDid you know that a goat discovered the true effects of coffee? Have you ever used a toilet made of pure gold? Let this book be an entertaining and humorous companion for all your travels, taking you on a journey of traditions, customs, and misconceptions from around the world. Filled with absurd records, bizarre events, and little-known facts, it provides all the amusing (yet useless!) knowledge you'll need to impress your friends and chitchat with strangers at home and abroad. You'll also find useful information about manners and etiquette to always be sure what not to do while visiting new places.\nAlways remember: you can mess up everywhere! With the trivia and stories in this book, nothing in this world will surprise you again.