First, unplug. Then, go it alone, even if just for a little bit. You seem to be doing all the right things with food, sights, and meeting people, but try sitt

First, unplug. Then, go it alone, even if just for a little bit. You seem to be doing all the right things with food, sights, and meeting people, but try sitting at a dim sum bar and watching how the locals interact. Paper and pen to capture your thoughts or an old school camera. Was just in China and certainly not easy as an English speaker, but a group is a non-starter for locals. Of course this assumes that you are traveling to explore a new culture. If all else fails and you want to stay with your friends, then try making the opposite decisions as normal. If you would follow them somewhere, push for what you want. If you are always deciding, just go with the flow. Where you say yes, say no, and where you say no, say yes. Either way, unplug. The answer to better travels isn't here in HN, it's right where you are right now. It's about asking for directions in hand gestures rather than using technology. It's about not speaking to family and friends for a couple of weeks, but following your gut no matter the outcome. It's about making brand new friends that create a whole new adventure. I hope we hear from you when you return to the land of the web with so much to tell and share!