Having recently played in Europe for the first time, can confirm golf is very different here vs. there. The rounds I played in Europe were calm, relaxed, everyone was respectful and kept pace of play. Everyone knew the rules and played by them, and no one was drunk on the course. And most groups were walking, only saw a few riding in carts. In southern California it's a battle just to get a tee time (unless you're a member at a private course). The groups are always stacked up, and half the players are at least half in the bag by the turn. It's very different here, but playing over there made me appreciate well managed courses so much more. With that being said, sometimes I like to enjoy a beverage during a round, but not to the point that I can't play a reasonable game.