When going abroad do you want to stick out like a sore thumb?
Or do you want to get the inside story of a place and blend in?
Do you want to be treated like a local and experience what it feels like to be
from that part of the world?
My suggestion is to find out who knows someone in that foreign
country and seek them out. Locals always know the best places to go and do and
see in their neck of the woods. You could even go on Facebook to
find a local. Be their friend. See if there is a chemistry for a real
"amitie." I did it. And I am still welcome by all those friends in
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. In fact, that was my greatest trip I ever
took on my own. That is saying a lot coming from a lifelong world traveler.
Locals I met via FB, friends and friends of friends may just take you
under their wing and show you the time of your life. Just remember to
reciprocate, a drink, a meal here or there if it makes sense.
Locals know the ropes. They generally take you to the most exciting
interesting places with the best food and deals and even little known
historical areas. Plus they could become a friend for life.
So do you want to be a tourist or a "local?"
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