Australians Embrace Barefoot Lifestyle, Viral Video Highlights Trend
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The reasons behind this preference are likely a mix of indigenous influence, relaxed lifestyle, and celebrating a warmer climate.
New Zealanders and Australians have a surprising habit of going barefoot in everyday situations. From quick errands to playgrounds and even pubs, shoes are often optional. This cultural quirk can be a shock for visitors, as noted by Seth Kugel, a New York Times writer who encountered it during a 2012 visit to New Zealand. 🇦🇺 Is this a normal thing in Australia? pic.twitter.com/hxFVL0ufiP
Barefoot Everywhere?
Kugel observed, "People walk around barefoot. On the street. In supermarkets. All over. It's not everyone, but it's common enough to be surprising and a bit unsettling. Sure, city sidewalks are clean, but they're still city sidewalks."
