driving in america vs europe

Long drives in the United States are very different from those in Europe. – Photo credit: Canva

Culture, Joy, Popular

Europeans simply can’t understand what Americans consider a ‘long drive’ versus a ‘short drive’

Emily Shiffer

1/26/2026
Pictured here: Anita Omary; her son, Osman; and Omary’s close friends – Photo credit: Array

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Family, Modern Families, Motherhood

Once a refugee seeking safety in the U.S., Anita Omary is using what she learned to help others thrive.

Sarah Watts

2/11/2026