Stop Being a Tourist: 5 Sustainable Travel Myths DEBUNKED

Don't ruin the places you love. Learn the 5 biggest lies about sustainable travel—from budget and luxury to wildlife encounters—and how to truly travel better.

Nov 18, 2025 - 18:04
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Myth 5: Cultural Immersion Means Trying to Fit In Completely.
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Myth 5: Cultural Immersion Means Trying to Fit In Completely.

The Lie: I can just act exactly as I do back home; everyone is used to tourists.

The Reality: You Are a Guest, and Respect is Currency.

Think of it this way: You are visiting someone else’s home, complete with their own rules, customs, and beliefs. Showing up with a sense of entitlement is the very beginning of the overtourism problem. Genuine, simple respect is the foundation of any real, meaningful connection you’ll ever make.

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