After several trips spent navigating Asia’s foreign customs, I have transitioned from a rookie tourist to responsible traveller. So, to help out first-time Asia travellers, I want to share some of the biggest lessons I’ve learned.
Rose Alateras
Rose Alateras
Rose Alateras wishes that she could take her typewriter around the world and capture stories but unfortunately it is quite heavy and a little bit noisy. When she’s travelling, you’re likely to find her at the local market filling a basket with fruit or in the ocean. Rose dreams of converting a van into a home and following the sun and is very proud of keeping all her plants alive.
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GuidesResponsible Travel
From rookie tourist to responsible traveller: what I learned travelling solo in Asia
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When feeling overwhelmed by the daily grind, I fondly recall India’s golden rule, taught to me by Varsha, my local Intrepid guide: “Just do the opposite of what would be normal anywhere else in the world”.
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In the days leading up my 16-day Real Rajasthan trip with Intrepid, my inner loner spent her time trying to catch my attention with reminders of my aversion to constant company. Luckily, I didn’t let it get to me and my inner loner was proven wrong.
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Here are my essentials, tips and wonderful experiences of plastic-free travel through India.