Top 5 Tips for Being a Respectful Traveler, with Molly O’Brien

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.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/metropolitanmollyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MetropolitanMollyX: https://twitter.com/Molly_A_OBrienConnect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa https://clubadventures.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprisesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises