Every travel magazine features a “do (insert tourist city here) like a local” article, which usually is a list of about 10 of the most overrated bucket list items belonging to the tourists of that city. In order to find out the truly local hangs, it’s imperative to find a true local.

The best way to travel is to dive headfirst into a cultural immersion of whatever place. There are countless ways to practice mindfulness (obviously, music is one medium), but to explore a new place, especially…