Nobody is a fan of this. I left America out for a few different reasons. The main one being American's opinion. They have a much different outlook on the rest of the world and can be a lot more outspoken about it.
I've found the other countries I mentioned are more similar to Australia and have a much more laid back approach to the world. They are more willing to see it. (IMO Americans seems to be more in favour of travelling around America then they are rest of the world)
Don't get me wrong. I adore America. I think people give it a pretty bad wrap at times. Like all cultures they have the good and the bad. I still feel the good in America well outweighs the bad.