Tourism

Preparing to be a Good Tourist

Tourism is a wonderful thing. Seeing different parts of the world enriches our lives, offers opportunities to break free from our comfort zone, and broadens our horizons. Yet, while tourism may enhance our lives, we need to thoughtfully prepare ourselves to be competent tourists. Below you will find some suggestions to help you prepare for a visit to your next travel destination.

• Sharing food, holding a conversation, or participating in a meaningful cultural event are all ways that one can learn about a different culture before going on a trip. 
• Be observant and more conscious of your own and others’ communication. 
• Read books and articles written by people from other cultures from their own cultural perspective. 
• Follow social media of people from, or organizations that represent, other cultures. 
• Learn another language. 
• Enter a cultural exchange. 
• Visit museums and cultural centers. 
• Ask questions. 
• Be flexible and open to other ways of living.