Comments on: Are You a Travel Snob? Take the Test…

By: Joann

Joann — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 21:20:01 +0000

I’ve met a lot of so called “travel snobs”. Some I like and some that I almost detest because of their lack of respect for the country or location that they have visited. What I have learned though is to listen to the veteran traveler(snob #2). They can excite you and inform you to where you may have to plan your next trip using some of their expertise or at least, their travel agent.

By: Trisha

Trisha — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 01:26:49 +0000

@Jon – very good addition! I’ve definitely met more than a few of that type as well….serves them right when they get the wrong change!

@Green Dragon – I imagine many of us are guilty of that – sometimes it’s “one-upmanship” other times it’s just trying to contribute something interesting to a conversation, but I’m sure I’ve done that too

@Dave and Deb – doesn’t it feel good to confess? Years ago I used to look down my nose at people who did package trips (all inclusives, etc) but now having been on a few like that I must admit…..it’s pretty nice! I work hard to not judge others nowadays but some days it’s more challenging than other days

@Marina – I actually know a backpacker just like that….in fact he’s a family member (sshhh! Hope he doesn’t read this )

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:11:06 +0000

Never thought of a 3rd type of Travel Snob such as comparing and contrasting travels. Gotta love the winding, narrow roads in Scotland. Haven’t been to Ireland, yet. When I go I’ll make sure to take my own advice and NOT be a Travel Snob

By: Green Dragon

Green Dragon — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:47:31 +0000

OK, I admit it, I’m a travel snob… but a third kind not mentioned. I compare every conversation with something I’ve done on my travels. i.e.: If someone says they drove a tiny road in North Carolina, I start talking about the windy narrow roads in Ireland or Scotland.

Also, I tell people how cheap they can go to Europe, and send them to articles (sometimes one I wrote) on how to do it. I am hoping that counteracts some of my snobbiness

By: Jon - The DC Traveler

Jon - The DC Traveler — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:42:24 +0000

I’ll add one….the snob thinks the local “play” currency is impossible to figure out, demanding that locals take “real” money.

By: Trisha

Trisha — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 18:17:50 +0000

OMG Shera you always make me laugh! And thanks for the kind words — I do try to keep an open mind and learn wherever I go. And you are certainly fun to go on a trip with too! I hope we get to do another media trip together someday!

Hugs to you and Charles and the boys!

By: Shera

Shera — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:55:20 +0000

Ok, so there’s no way on earth I could be considered a travel snob since I only travel about once every 10 years LOL. I did have to ask though if it is possible for someone to be a Type 1 and a Type 2 Travel snob at THE SAME TIME??? If so, I’ve met one!

I also have to say that I love your attitude when you travel. Never taking a trip for granted and trying to take in as much of the local culture and opportunities as possible! Definitely the way to approach travel if you want to get a lot out of it. You are a lot of fun to be with on a trip (and I can say that from experience)!!

I think that travel snobs kind of shoot themselves in the foot (so to speak)…I mean if you aren’t having fun, why do you travel? If you aren’t looking for new experiences and going into each new trip with new eyes, why go?

Ok, I’m off my soap-box now .

By: Dave and Deb

Dave and Deb — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:49:29 +0000

I have been guilty as charged I am afraid. My guilt lies with saying that “people are tourists not travelers.” A lot of my friends go on package vacations and I don’t give them the attention that they deserve when they talk about their trip. Instead I judge and vent to my husband Dave that they aren’t really traveling.
From now on when they talk about their trip to Cuba etc. I will listen intently and say good for you!
Thanks for the reminder to be nice, I am sure that I have rubbed friends the wrong way in the past. Cheers. Deb

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:01:54 +0000

Thanks Marina for stopping by TWE. I do agree with you that some backpackers can be a bit snobby because they find the cheapest travel or travel all over the place. It’s their choice…sometimes it’s nice to stay in a bed and breakfast or nice hotel. I’ve done the hostel thing and it was great, but I wouldn’t mind a nice five-star hotel or apartment!

By: marina k. villatoro

marina k. villatoro — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:48:39 +0000

Hi,
You know who were the biggest snobs that I encountered while traveling! The backpackers that had to prove who can travel the cheapest. It was the reverse affect of snobbery. It was all about who can travel from point a to point b for the least amount of money. It was so silly, and at a lot of times completely pointless!