myth of authenticity in travel

A traveler engages in a real conversation with an Andean weaver, illustrating the flaw in the myth of authenticity in travel.

The Dangerous Myth of «Authenticity» and How It Blinds You to What’s Truly Happening Around You

There’s a word that echoes in the mind of every conscious traveler, a silent goal that shapes itineraries and fuels anxieties: “authenticity.” We chase it down dusty roads, seek it in bustling markets, and hope to capture it in a … Read More