Is a Traveller a gypsy?
Is a Traveller a gypsy? The term 'Gypsies and Travellers' is difficult to define as it does not constitute a single, homogenous group, but encompasses a range of groups with different histories, cultures and beliefs including: Romany Gypsies, Welsh Gypsies, Scottish Gypsy Travellers and Irish Travellers.
Can I identify as a Traveller?
To be part of a specific ethnic group, you must be born into the group. For instance, some Travellers may hide their identity and chose not to recognised as Travellers, but no one can ever become a Traveller unless they are born into it. Travellers have a shared history, culture and language.
What makes someone a Traveller?
A traveler is someone who is traveling. Recently there has been a trend of people who travel more than others calling themselves “Travelers” because they don't want to be thought of as a tourist, which is literally what they are.