Travel, whether for business or pleasure, offers opportunities to grow by experiencing new sights and meeting new people. Without realizing it, you leave an impression on all whose paths you cross, so make it a good one. Be There Immerse yourself in the local culture; don’t go to France and eat fast food, or to Giza and miss the pyramids. Ask the hotel staff where and what they eat, and the places they go that aren’t on the tourist maps. The idea is not to act like you are a local, but rather to experience what makes each place unique. You may never return to this place, so make some memories to take home. Be Polite In addition to the fact you are an unofficial ambassador for your hometown and, if, on a business trip, your employer, being pleasant is simply the decent thing to do. Make eye contact and …