Research Cultures and Countries Before You Go

Check for travel alerts and advisories when you travel. Look into necessary visa requirements and mandatory immunizations. Be sure you’re aware of cultural and religious differences, sensitivities, and general safety recommendations for each place that you travel. Gender roles and cultural expectations can vary wildly. Find the balance of places that will stretch your comfort zone, but that you can still feel safe. See these experiences and cultural differences as a way to view the world from new perspectives.