What does it mean when we say we want to "travel like a local?" It's a well-intentioned phrase, but also, well, impossible. In this episode, we'll unpack the concept of local travel. We’ll share tips on how to better connect in a new place, how to embrace our outsider status, and basically how asking ourselves these big questions can make our trips more fulfilling, and make us better guests in the world.
Resources:
Eric Weiner's essay: https://www.afar.com/magazine/five-ways-to-travel-more-responsibly
Eric's book, The Socrates Express: https://bookshop.org/a/2660/9781501129025
The digital accompaniment to the Unpacked podcast: https://www.afar.com/travel-inspiration/travel-for-good
Dr. Anu Taranath: https://www.anutaranath.com/
Dr. Anu's Book: Beyond Guilt Trips, Mindful Travel in an Unequal World: https://bookshop.org/a/2660/9781771134323
Jini Reddy: https://www.jinireddy.co.uk/
Jini's book, Wanderland: https://bookshop.org/a/2660/9781472951953