14 Surprising Things That Rich People Often Complain About

People who rarely travel don’t typically complain about their experiences because they appreciate it, but wealthy folks have plenty to talk about:

Jetlag

Jetlag is a natural part of travel. While it does make traveling painful and inconvenient, most people who experience jetlag bear it silently. Rich folks find jetlag more annoying because they experience it frequently, so their complaints often appear dense.

Clothes get wrinkled

Most travelers stuff their clothes in a bag and call it a day. People who can afford minor luxuries like getting crisply ironed clothes may complain about the lack thereof in newer destinations, which can sound a bit too snobby.

Weak Wi-Fi

We’ve all dealt with weak Wi-Fi, but only rich people complain about it because they’re unwilling to let go of their digital lives. While most travelers ditch their devices, frequent or elite fliers typically want to stay online to document everything.

Bad lighting and bad photos

Rich people are typically more cautious about their social media presence and seek places with sun-kissed lighting and better angles. Since the rest of the travelers aren’t concerned with this, you’ll rarely hear them complain.

Having to walk

Some European nations embrace traditional road infrastructures, while some Asian places have busy roads, so people who are used to traveling via cars or private vehicles may complain about walking to popular destinations.

Not finding popular eateries

People who only get to travel a few times or even once stick to local cuisines and anything they can find. Many rich travelers seek mainstream cafes like Starbucks or McDonald’s, which may not be available but can be why they appear shallow.

Hating local transport

Richer folks typically enjoy chauffeurs and private transport, so they may not like using local transport and transit. Such people may complain about having to travel on the metro, which can stem from a sense of entitlement.

Language barriers

Although most rich people have easier access to learning multiple languages, they’re often used to having a translator. Such travelers struggle to communicate when visiting new places and may complain about not having access to a universal language.

Inconvenient layovers

Rich folks typically fly direct, so they’re not familiar with layovers. Such travelers find destinations without direct flights inconvenient and may whine about waiting a few hours for the next flight.

Not finding gourmet food

Wealthy travelers won’t always find gourmet cuisine or premium food because every destination has its own. Such travelers’ complaints about being unable to find premium eateries may even be offensive and rude to others.

Experiencing a pet ban

While most of us would like to travel with our furry pals, not all places accommodate pets. Wealthy people typically arrange for their pets to travel along, but when unsuccessful or heading to a specific destination, their complaints can come off as entitled.

Not finding luxurious perks

Rich people have access to luxury, while most don’t, so they expect the same everywhere. However, several destinations may not provide the same services rich people are used to (chauffeurs), making them angry and ungrateful.

Not finding known brands

For some affluent travelers, staying at a hotel or using no-name brand products can be a point of concern. This constant concern over the branded items can sometimes come off as missing the point of travel.

Not understanding sustainability

Many eco lodges or sustainable hotels around the world have their own way of respecting nature. Some rich people may not feel comfortable with not having enough lights in the room or using compost toilets.