Holidays

I don't wanna cheap holiday in other people's misery.

Well if you visit another person's country the first thing to remember is that you are a guest in their country abiding by local rules and respecting local customs. When in Rome do as the Romans do.

Before you go try learning a few words of the local language a courtesy that should not be underestimated, it shows a respect for the people and an attempt to integrate, regardless of the length of stay in the country. Shouting in English, very loudly and accentuating syllables very slowly is unlikely to find favour.

Find out about the history, understand how the county has evolved, its culture, conflicts and ethnicity. For some people abject poverty is just a way of life, recognise that, make a judgement as to how you will feel about enjoying yourself when round the corner may be people starving, cold and hungry.

Look,listen and learn. Return refreshed but if you return enlightened, so much the better person will you be.