Saturday, March 16, 2013

Local OR host country customs

Day - Unknown .

I need to push myself constantly to write these essays . I am good at speaking and other skills but when it comes to writing damm i hate myself.

But here we go, another day


Writing Task 2

Some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behaviour . Others disagree and think that the host country should welcome cultural differences.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Travel is an enormous industry in modern times, where people travel to different countries willing to learn and experience new things. Travellers are often expected to behave as per local customs and traditions while other think that a country should welcome the new culture.

Firstly, travellers following local traditions and being mindful of local sentiments display a sign of respect in eyes of local community. It creates an awareness of what is acceptable and what may be regarded as offensive . For example, asking for beef in country like India can make a big difference as cow holds a religious significance in Hinduism. Secondly, it provides an opportunity to learn the culture better and enrich the travelling experience . They can communicate and integrate within the local's and get insights about how they feel, think and share the culture differences.

In contrast, the host country should always welcome visitors with open hands and a big smile. They should realise that visitors are only travelling for a limited period of time and its likely for them to have no idea about a culture. Secondly, tourists are accustomed to their way of living life which should not be regarded as offensive as they are there to enjoy and travel. Thirdly , tourists bring an economic value to the host country , more travellers with a happy sentiments will bring more benefits to a country. Countries such as Singapore , Malaysia are examples of hot tourists destinations as they provide excellent travel experience to their travellers.

Thus, I strongly believe that the host country should be tolerant of mistakes made by travellers which are unintentional , having said that it is also responsibility of travellers to abide and respect the culture and traditions of the host country.




This essay took me whole day to write as i was busy procrastinating . I believe by spending more time on planning is definitely helping me to write better essay.

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