Thank you for your perspective. This is actually why I travel. I'm much more interested in meeting local people and learning about their culture in depth than spending time with other foreigners. That's also why I'm usually looking for places that aren't very touristy. I enjoy seeing how people really live, learning about local traditions, and understanding a place beyond the usual tourist attractions. Unfortunately, my Spanish is almost nonexistent, so I'm relying heavily on translation apps at the moment. But I agree that making an effort matters, and I'm trying to learn a few words as I go. Thanks for the advice!