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The great United States has a lot to offer when it comes to places to go, but for some of the most beautiful sights and sounds to experience, a trip abroad is the only way to go. Even though you’re a fish out of a water, that doesn’t mean you have to actually LOOK like one. Here are some tips on how to not look like a tourist (even though you are one).
The global tourism industry is estimated to be about $7.6 trillion, which means that millions of people are getting out of their comfort zones and taking advantage of travel deals and experiencing other lands. Immersing yourself in another culture, different food and a colorful atmosphere can be just the thing to refresh your batteries, so to speak.
If you’ve never been out of the country, you may have some apprehension about how to carry yourself — and that’s OK. With safety being your #1 priority, here are some tips from Team Clark on how to fit in when visiting another country:
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Travel guru Clark Howard says being aware of your surroundings is key when traveling abroad. “A lot of times when you’re traveling outside of the country, you’re going to look like a tourist anyway.”
The key to staying safe is “knowing that you’re a mark,” he says. Always know where you are, and “don’t be disorientated.”
More tips from Team Clark on how to fit in when you’re outside the country:
This post was last modified on October 29, 2018 7:54 am
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