When you travel the manner in which you are accepted is totally up to you. If you take the time to enjoy and experience the culture of the places you see, your welcome will be warm, friendly and exciting. Locals are always happy to see a new comer or visitor that enjoys being in a new place.
Taking the time to learn a few phrases in the local language is also a great help. In most cultures they will reward you by saying how good your try at their language has been. It is a great way to break the ice and get communication started.
When at a restaurant, forget that special meal you always eat when at home. Try the local cuisine with a smile on your face. When you open your eyes, your mind and your heart to new places, there is no limit to the great things you will find.
Local citizens that see you are trying to experience their culture will go out of their way to help you do exactly that. Never criticize new things that you do not understand. New things are not backwards just because they are done in your home country a different way.
