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Play sports with the locals - International travel tip

by Katherine Leitzell (RSS feed) on Mar 5th 2010 at 11:00AM

When you travel abroad, it can be hard to meet locals, especially if you don't know the language. But if you play a sport -- soccer, swimming, football, even ultimate frisbee -- then you have a head start.

Before you go, search the internet for a tournament or scheduled practice. Chances are you'll find a welcoming crowd, whether you're traveling to Bogata, Prague, or Morocco. Join a friendly game of soccer. Show up for a master's swim practice. Find a frisbee tournament in the town you're visiting. Almost every large city internationally has a Hash House Harriers club. Jumping in will give you a workout -- and an instant link to local culture.

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