Backpackers Also Love Local Cultures and Local Wisdoms

Barong Kecak Dance

Backpacking is a term that has historically been used to denote a form of low-cost, independent international travel. Terms such as independent travel and/or budget travel are often used interchangeably with backpacking.

The factors that traditionally differentiate backpacking from other forms of tourism include but are not limited to the following: use of public transportation as a means of travel, preference of youth hostels to traditional hotels, length of the trip vs. conventional vacations, use of a backpack, an interest in meeting the locals as well as seeing the sights (wikipedia).

When we go to other places, we always expect to see beautiful views and feel the sense of togetherness with our travel partners. Then, we can go home and remind our sweet memories.

However, do you remember the last sentence? "An interest in meeting the locals as well as seeing the sights." Indonesia does not only have a spectacular nature, it also has an incredible and rich culture. There are hundreds and hundreds of tribes in Indonesia. Every tribe has its own languages, dances, and local wisdoms.

The definition of backpacker is not as simple as a person who uses backpack. Also, not only is a cheap traveller and nature lover. However, backpacker also loves interacting with local societies. Getting to know a place deeper from its society and culture. Therefore, when we go home, we can bring memories and much more lesson, of course, sweeter ones.