TASK 2: TRAVEL & TOURISM

Some people think that it is not necessary to go to other countries to learn cultures. We can learn from books, films, and the Internet instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Travelling abroad is one of the most popular and efficient ways to understand other cultures. However, it is argued that people can study about cultural differences by accessing the Internet, reading books, literature, or watching history channels, etc., and it is unnecessary to take a long distance trip. I partly agree with this statement.

The Internet, in particular, has allowed people to have the ability to access information about other cultures; furthermore, it is not only the Internet that has helped to bring many foreign nations closer but also reality shows, pieces of art, travel books, as well as documentary films. Thereby, the global citizens now can easily explore more customs and traditions. Learning about Japan’s national costume – Kimono -  is not as difficult as it was before;  people can use search engines, watch videos, or participate in the online Japanese communities to share about Japanese traditional clothing, for instance. Thus, it is possible to study new cultures at homes.

Nevertheless, experiencing cultures at homes is not completely enough in the case people want to have a deeper personal understanding and awareness, which is the reason why travelling is necessary to absorb cultures actively. When travelling overseas, people can interact with local citizens and have a chance to practice with their traditions by getting involved in festivals, events, or holidays. Moreover, visiting new places in other countries will help the travelers learn fully and exactly what they have observed. Bollywood dance, for example, can be taught through Indian movies but would not as effective as practicing with locals.

Personally, I suppose that by either travelling or surfing the Internet, people can learn other cultures wherever they are. (278 words)
                                                                                                 
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