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Kind of made me think of my first (and only, non-layover) visit to Beijing. Also ate food in the alleyways. This was only 8 years ago. It's sad that this experi
by carlmr 9y ago
Kind of made me think of my first (and only, non-layover) visit to Beijing. Also ate food in the alleyways. This was only 8 years ago. It's sad that this experience is lost to time.
I did go to China again last year. Even in remote non-Beijing towns there's a Starbucks or two now.
What can we do against this globalized sameness? How can we uphold traditions in our own countries, to not let them succumb to these trite business models?
- bmaupin 9y agoMy guess is capitalism is the main driver of most of this "globalized sameness," in which case we could vote with our wallets. But I know from personal experience that's easier said than done.
- nxsynonym 9y agoEncourage discomfort in travelling. It's a hard sell, especially for those who are "obligated" to travel. Unfortunately most people want to go somewhere "exotic" and still have all the familiar comforts of home, but with a different backdrop.
- jackcosgrove 9y ago> What can we do against this globalized sameness? When you find something new and cool, keep it a secret. Seek to preserve crypto-cultures, rather than earn cachet by promulgating them.