For travellers seeking the most authentic experiences imaginable, Where the Locals Go provides inside information on the best way to discover a foreign culture and its people. Both comprehensive and indispensable, this book showcases hundreds of activities and sights the world over. For many, the joy of travel is often an authentic, immersive experience of the local culture. Here, National Geographic's insider tips offer a unique look at the places and activities around the world that captivate the residents - from regional festivals, undiscovered local restaurants, and lesser-known art galleries, to quiet places to sit and watch another world stroll by. A bonus chapter features in-depth experiences in the top 15 greatest cities. This book goes beyond Internet basics to ensure rewarding and memorable travel for those who crave a deeper understanding of a country and its people. When in Rome, they say, do as the Romans do. You can discover the soul of a place through a chance encounter, a kind word, or an unparalleled tip from a local. In Where the Locals Go, you'll find hundreds of authentic, beautifully photographed travel experiences, complemented with nuggets of entertaining and insightful text informed by locals. Now, you, too, can join the Romans on their evening passeggiata; mingle with the crowds at sunset on Juhu Beach in Mumbai; help with the harvest on a Burgundy vineyard; and walk Japan's pilgrim trail, the Kumano Kodo. This book will inspire you to make your next trip a truly authentic travel experience. Features: insider tips from travel luminaries such as Paul Theroux on his home state of Hawaii, and Andrew McCarthy on Dublin, his second home; well-curated sites and experiences: National Geographic's expert travel editors vet each recommendation to ensure it is off the tourist track and worthy of attention; and a bonus 40-page chapter on the world's 15 greatest cities.
