GirlGI | Girl Gone International GirlGI Issue 5 | Page 76

Top 5 reasons why you should have an international fling! The intimacy of touch When you travel or move to a new location alone, you begin to miss the physical intimacy involved in day-today interactions with people. Human touch is important and includes a range of both physical and emotional benefits. Cultural exchange Pillow talk with someone from another culture is an opportunity. It’s a cultural exchange of sorts. I like to think of it as a gift, the gift of a more intimate experience with someone from another culture… with no strings attached. Get a tour from a local The way in which people flirt varies by culture, but when it comes to wooing a foreigner there are a few staples that most rely on to spend extra time with you. You’ll see and experience things in a country and culture you wouldn’t have otherwise - and without the expense!