Catalunya is now an independent country!

Yes, it isn't looking good. Scotland did get the consent of the UK government though and it doesn't look as if they are going to support Catalonia.

Jaycee5 there's a lot of salty people (mainly politicians) who didn't want Catalunya to get Independence but they did after all. They deserve to have it their way.

Rockman People are using negative language like nationalism but I don't see a desire to preserve their own language, culture etc. as something negative. Small isn't always bad but I think Spain will be harsh with them.

Jaycee5 Exactly! For example, in 2018 I plan on visiting Japan (gotta plan where to go, visit and my budget) as I love their culture, people and entertainment (not a huge fan of raw fish but do eat, not too often). The Japanese keep everything traditional; their houses, streets, clothes, music, country don't change regardless of how many years it may pass.

The term/word 'Nationalism' has been heavily used in negative connotation but nationalism just means wanting to keep your country together, your people safe, keep traditional values instead of having it replaced with stuff that makes no sense and so on.

Just walking around in Japan will make the trip well worth it.

Rockman It sounds like an amazing trip. You should start a chat thread so we can keep up with your adventures. I toured Italy last autumn and the memories will last a lifetime. Travelling and experiencing new cultures, foods and trends are key to me.

In in terms of ’nationalism’ that is a word banded about in a very negative way. And, I fear that Brexit has ignited lots of debate and not always in a positive way. For the UK there are interesting times ahead...

Rockman Japan is amazing, on the want to do list.