When I visit another country, I like to blend in with the locals. The desire to live like a native and have an authentic experience is a big appeal to me. Moreover, I don’t want to appear disrespectful, foolish and impolite due to my selection of clothes and manners. That would attract unnecessary attention which is not going to let me enjoy the new place. In addition, there are other benefits of trying to fuse into the culture and daily activities: Show respect and interest for the country Get a better taste of the local way of life Get treated better Avoid entering an uncomfortable situation with locals Mislead thieves Avoid being typecasted into stereotypes Be a good ambassador of your country As you can see, blending in can have a positive effect in your travel experience. It is extremely difficult (or impossible) to pass up by a local. Conversely, there is a lot you can do to reap the benefits of blending in. Here are some suggestions you put into practice: 1. Us...