

Revenge of the Tourists with Rajan Datar
Sep 19, 2024
Rajan Datar, a travel journalist for the BBC, joins the conversation to explore the deep complexities of modern tourism. He discusses the growing resentment locals feel towards tourists and cultural clashes that arise from overtourism. Datar also highlights how commoditized tourism impacts authenticity in travel experiences. The chat dives into responsible tourism practices, offering case studies from cities like Copenhagen. Notably, they tackle the ethical implications of travel, suggesting creative solutions to manage overcrowding and foster genuine engagement with local cultures.
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Travel Tip: Head Support
- For long flights, buy a head/eye mask holder to keep your head up.
- This allows comfortable sleep in a chair, improving the travel experience.
Traveling with Children
- Christiana and Trevor discuss the challenges of flying with young children.
- Trevor jokes about avoiding travel altogether after having kids.
White People and Summer
- Trevor Noah humorously observes white people's sunbathing habits during summer.
- He jokes about their seeming lack of fear towards sunburn and skin cancer.