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Replacing broad expectations with nuanced realities.
758
Seeing yourself in the context of a rich and complex world.
820
Defining your values, exploring your beliefs, and crafting your own meaning for life.
417
Options over possessions.
217
Dynamic possibilities over static goals.
381
Discovery over escape
363
Interactions over transactions.
215
Local information over received information.
438
First-hand experience over expert opinions.
382
Mental and spiritual growth as much as physical adventure.
288
Private transformation over social status and bragging rights.
244
The present moment over dreams of past and future.
431
Pack light and keep things simple.
350
Adapt as you go rather than micromanage in advance.
279
Practice caution, but not paranoia.
441
Slow down and enjoy an experience.
434
Seek pleasure in simple moments and details.
281
Make meaningful connections and informed decisions.
251
Learn the economic, political and environmental context of my host culture.
238
Emphasize listening more than talking.
387
Practice courtesy, patience, humility, and good humor.
423
Seek to understand — not judge or romanticize — other cultures.
251
Give back to the local economy.
320
Share what you’ve learned with others.

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We better understand ourselves and others when we leave home to experience the world firsthand. Independent travel is a departure from routine -- an opportunity to learn, have fun and embrace life in novel environments and cultures.

-Indie travel is about replacing broad expectations with nuanced realities.
-Indie travel is about seeing yourself in the context of a rich and complex world.
-Indie travel is about defining your values, exploring your beliefs, and crafting your own meaning for life.

Indie travelers value...
-Options over possessions
-Dynamic possibilities over static goals
-Discovery over escape
-Interactions over transactions
-Local information over received information
-First-hand experience over expert opinions
-Mental and spiritual growth as much as physical adventure
-Private transformation over social status and bragging rights
-The present moment over dreams of past and future

Indie travelers do...
-Pack light and keep things simple
-Adapt as they go rather than micromanage in advance
-Practice caution, but not paranoia
-Know how to slow down and enjoy an experience
-Seek pleasure in simple moments and details
-Make meaningful connections and informed decisions
-Learn the economic, political and environmental context of their host culture
-Emphasize listening more than talking
-Practice courtesy, patience, humility, and good humor
-Seek to understand -- not judge or romanticize -- other cultures
-Give back to the local economy
-Share what they’ve learned with others

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