Yeah, that makes so much sense. In my book— https://www.amazon.com/Not-That-Anyone-Asked-Finding-ebook/dp/B08LG5V4X4 —
I go into more detail about the “competitive traveler” who will try to out-backpacker you on first impression. “Have you been here…?” “Did you do this?” “Did you eat the exotic delicacy?” “Did you find the secret ____?” “How much are you carrying…?” Like… okay, mate…okay… let’s try to just hang out and be friends.