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Yes, travel has become a form of social capital. In the era of social media, sharing exotic trips on Instagram and TikTok signals status, cultural sophistication, and worldly experience—helping build networks, boost personal branding, and gain social approval.
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It converts into cultural and symbolic capital, often prioritizing “bragging rights” over mere exploration.
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Explore more: https://medium.com/@diggitmagazine/what-do-we-see-in-a-viral-landscape-instagram-vs-reality-and-the-future-of-overtourism-a1e81d5e1b56
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