Whether we want the responsibility or not, we represent our countries when we're on the road. Have you ever cringed at the bad behavior of another traveler from your home country? Matador Abroad had an article titled, Do you represent your country when you travel? I'd say the answer is a definite yes. You become...

It's an ironic practice: criticizing other travelers. We're all foreigners to the place we're visiting, but we can't help but try to differentiate ourselves from the standard tourists. This MSNBC.com article discusses the 5 types of travelers that are killing tourism . As an American, I couldn't help but feel a bit stung at the...