The Cuban @niurki2107 has sparked a debate on TikTok with her video discussing the differences between Spain and the United States, responding to the curiosity of one of her followers. With her personal touch, Niurki explains that one of the biggest contrasts she has noticed is in public transportation: in Spain, it is easy to get around on foot or by using public transport, while in the U.S., "having a car is a priority" because there is hardly a culture of walking or relying on public transit.
Niurki also mentions that in American supermarkets, she finds "a lot, a lot of abundance of all kinds of products," although she recognizes that prices are higher, in line with salaries in this country. Another interesting observation she shared is about habits: in Spain, she saw that "90% of people" smoked cigarettes, while in the U.S., she has hardly noticed that custom. Additionally, she emphasizes that food in Spain is less processed than in the United States, which she considers an important difference regarding quality of life. Finally, she confesses that the biggest challenge for her has been the language, as she is learning English.
Reactions in the comments have been swift. Some users shared their opinions, with many clarifying that public transportation does exist in the U.S., although "very few people use it." Others added that in cities like New York or New Jersey, the transportation system is "good," while in other areas, "even the poorest can have a car, and two if they wish." One user remarked, "How is there no public transportation for people without vehicles?" Meanwhile, another user from Europe explained that there, "young people and the elderly depend on public transportation" because "it's a freer way of life and encourages walking more."
The comparison of the markets also sparked opinions. A user from Spain stated, "it's more unstable here, but I love Spain"; another commented that "Spain is one of the worst countries in all of Europe economically, don't compare it to the United States." A follower of the account was even more direct: "But what are you doing here? Why didn't you stay in Spain?"
With this mix of opinions and experiences, @niurki2107 has initiated a conversation about what it means to adapt to two such distinct cultures, particularly focusing on the pros and cons of each place. And you? Which of these countries do you identify with the most?
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