Top 5 Tips for Being a Respectful Traveler, with Molly O’Brien
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When you travel, you’re experiencing a new place as a visitor. You’re exploring villages, towns, and cities that others call home. Following the Golden Rule is one way to ensure you’re being a respectful traveler. But there are even more ways to boost your savvy-traveler ranking so you can navigate the unfamiliar like a pro. Today, Angie Orth is back with Molly O’Brien, an experienced travel writer who knows a thing or two about traveling courteously. She’s written for Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Fodor’s, and Business Insider about etiquette, overtourism, and being respectful when you’re on the road.You’ll learn how to think like a local when you’re visiting a new destination so that you’re contributing to the experience of the people who live there. You’ll hear trip-planning tips that open the door to destinations and accommodation options you might not have previously considered. You’ll also learn the best way to navigate dietary needs and a hot tip for keeping calm if things get heated during your travel experience. What You’ll Learn:* (0:44) Being considerate of locals where you’re traveling * (1:36) Planning when and where to visit, and going off the beaten path* (3:40) Choosing accommodation when you travel* (5:03) Navigating dietary restrictions* (8:41) The best tip for keeping your cool when you travelConnect with Molly O’Brien:Website: https://metropolitanmolly.com (https://metropolitanmolly.com)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metropolitanmolly (https://www.instagram.com/metropolitanmolly/)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MetropolitanMolly (https://www.facebook.com/MetropolitanMolly)X: https://twitter.com/Molly_A_OBrien (https://twitter.com/Molly_A_OBrien)Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa  (https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa)
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