A phone theft in Barcelona taught me to blend in while traveling.

In Paris, the line between being an "outsider" and a "temporary local" is drawn with a sharp silhouette and a polite "Bonjour." Sure, it's difficult to avoid a tourist tag when waiting in long lines ...

When traveling, many visitors strive to blend into the scenery, to not stand out in a foreign destination, and to not appear as an out-of-place puzzle piece within a picturesque view. Common reasons ...

I love eating my way through a new city. But even with the best intentions — an open mind, a well-thumbed phrasebook and a hearty appetite — it’s surprisingly easy to slip up. The truth is, even ...