We’ve all heard the old adage that a stranger is just a friend you haven’t got to know yet. But for many of us, making genuine connections on our travels doesn’t always come as easily as we’d like. If that’s you, help is at hand – booking a homestay, guided tour, class or group experience can work wonders for your confidence and get you right under the city’s skin.
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Share a bike ride through Central Park, New York, USA
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Eat like a local in Polanco, Mexico City, Mexico
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Enjoy a cosy night out, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Go food shopping in Nishiki market, Kyoto, Japan
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Get into tango, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Hang out on a classic city beach, Surfer's Paradise, Australia
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Make local friends via your phone, worldwide
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