Gavin Hardcastle has some great travel photography suggestions in this DPS article Suggestions include:
1. Focus on faces
2. Shoot fast
3. Learn the lingo
4. Hire a translator
5. Smile and make friends
6. Ask for permission
7. Choose the right lenses
8. Carry two cameras
9. Step out of your comfort zone
10. Take responsibility for your own safety
You can see more of his terrific photographs in his Fototripper blog.
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