Language Barriers
PassionPassport
ChinaMatt
A4 People are more polite when you can speak a few basic words or phrases in their language. #passionpassport
BPackersGuide
A3 I try to "use" a native speaker and prefer that to software. Many places offer tandem exchange. Two people can m… https://t.co/kmY94jOZF8
noshindulge
A4 It makes traveling easier and even when it’s the basic words, the locals appreciate that you’re learning a part… https://t.co/oXHDz3TTEI
PalmTreeMusings
A4. We try to take the local bus when we can- we find chatting with the driver and other passengers is a great way… https://t.co/muafSaZ0w4
passionpassport
replying to @BonVoyageSophie @BonVoyageSophie Both beautiful languages! #PassionPassport
passionpassport
RT @RTWBarefoot: #passionpassport A4: My mantra is "Knowledge is Power". The more you know, the easier travel becomes. By speaking the loca…
passionpassport
replying to @RTWBarefoot @RTWBarefoot And having a better understanding of the culture! #PassionPassport
zachandallie
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport A4: it always adds to our experience. Locals seem very happy that we make an attempt whenever possible! #passionpassport
monicazyoung
a4 traveling to a place you speak the language really help you get the best deals #PassionPassport
ChinaMatt
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport Learned Spanish in high school and college. Been learning Mandarin on my own since I was in China… https://t.co/n9MWmkEY4h
TravelDazeco
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport A4 speaking another language in another country often requires you to become uncomfortable. I thin… https://t.co/cRnUnHbSrV
BespokeTravels
replying to @kaytherunaway @kaytherunaway Even with lots of self-discipline I think this is the best way! There's something about speaking wit… https://t.co/ivBPZwA2UO
passionpassport
replying to @PalmTreeMusings @PalmTreeMusings Ahh yes, then you're held to following through with the practice! #PassionPassport
passionpassport
RT @GoWhistler: @passionpassport A4: You get to learn something new and get a different perspective on culture! #PassionPassport
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RTWBarefoot
RT @passionpassport: @RTWBarefoot And having a better understanding of the culture! #PassionPassport
passionpassport
RT @ChinaMatt: A4 People are more polite when you can speak a few basic words or phrases in their language. #passionpassport
ChinaMatt
replying to @monicazyoung @monicazyoung That's how you bargain at the local market. #passionpassport
passionpassport
replying to @noshindulge @noshindulge @duolingo Have you found it takes long or are you learning quite quickly? #PassionPassport
HHLifestyleTrav
replying to @travelgalNicole @travelgalNicole @passionpassport Kia Ora! Kei te pēhea koe? :-) #passionpassport
anzawose
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport It helps to make you more worldly and appreciative of communication. Not knowing a language brings… https://t.co/1c9r2OAD4J
BPackersGuide
replying to @BespokeTravels @BespokeTravels @monicazyoung It's was quite surprising when I've realized it for the first time. I've met a Japane… https://t.co/xKP1SspXz5
travelgalNicole
replying to @TravelDazeco @TravelDazeco @passionpassport Gotta get comfortable with being uncomfortable #passionpassport
passionpassport
replying to @glorious_globe @glorious_globe What an interesting language Arabic is! #PassionPassport
passionpassport
replying to @noshindulge @noshindulge It's also a great feeling of accomplishment to use those words to a local ! #PassionPassport
RTWBarefoot
replying to @kaytherunaway @kaytherunaway That's exactly why I feel I need to do the course in Bolivia. It's the only way I can force myself to do it. #passionpassport
anzawose
replying to @chrisluckhardt @chrisluckhardt @passionpassport 🙌🙌 Completely agree! #PassionPassport
BespokeTravels
A4: It's a great way to really connect with locals. When they see that you're trying to communicate with them in th… https://t.co/JANPuZxPxQ
BonVoyageSophie
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport A4: wherever I go, I try to at least remember how to say hello, thank you, and goodbye. It’s crazy… https://t.co/4eaZrTVw1A
RTWBarefoot
RT @passionpassport: @glorious_globe What an interesting language Arabic is! #PassionPassport
GiorgioMan8A
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport A4. Learning a new language is a huge part of the trip because by being able to communicate it giv… https://t.co/WNoJm700Qs
kaytherunaway
A4 #passionpassport Learning a few words of a language can give a more honest impression of a place! A language ca… https://t.co/rTlDHl1XV9
RTWBarefoot
RT @travelgalNicole: @TravelDazeco @passionpassport Gotta get comfortable with being uncomfortable #passionpassport
passionpassport
replying to @PalmTreeMusings @PalmTreeMusings AND TO MAKE SOME NEW FRIENDS! #PassionPassport
monicazyoung
RT @travelgalNicole: @TravelDazeco @passionpassport Gotta get comfortable with being uncomfortable #passionpassport
glorious_globe
A4: Attempting a foreign language helps build deeper connections w/people when you’re traveling. Giuseppe taught me… https://t.co/vtuauKawV7
passionpassport
replying to @GoWhistler @GoWhistler We agree! And preferably with a view like that ;) #PassionPassport
monicazyoung
replying to @BPackersGuide @BPackersGuide @BespokeTravels that is so cool #PassionPassport
monicazyoung
RT @ChinaMatt: @monicazyoung That's how you bargain at the local market. #passionpassport
RTWBarefoot
replying to @travelgalNicole @travelgalNicole @TravelDazeco @passionpassport Mentally, thats what I have most trouble with, when speaking anyway. #passionpassport
HHLifestyleTrav
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport A4: I think it shows respect, which leads to quality local interaction, which leads to lovely chat… https://t.co/ibtSF0RzRn
aprileveryday
replying to @passionpassport @passionpassport A3 - i tried duolingo and found it really easy to use! #passionpassport
RTWBarefoot
RT @passionpassport: @PalmTreeMusings Ahh yes, then you're held to following through with the practice! #PassionPassport
passionpassport
replying to @ChinaMatt @ChinaMatt Ooh thanks for the info we'll have to check it out! #PassionPassport