This farm located in Chiang Rai will allow you to explore the details the organic farming of rice and get a taste of the way of life that is traditional in the beautiful countryside. It also gives you the chance to help support social impact programs which benefit the local community. MEET KITT Welcome to your fun-loving host Kitt as […]
Explore Thailand’s life above the idyllic beaches and glistening skyscrapers. The country is known for its notorious opium trade during the latter half of the 1960s, tribes of the hill in northern Thailand are striving to come back from their past, through the aid by Local Alike, a community-based tourism business. Meet Achai “The jungle is my supermarket,” Phetcharat Wiboonsrisakul […]
With its white sand beaches and crystal clear waters Palawan’s appeal doesn’t require introduction. Take Tao to a voyage of inspiration and adventure and experience the beauty of Palawan in a new perspective. MEET BONG AND THE LOST BOYS When the leader of the expedition Bong announces a directive the crew members jump into action, driving through our bangka(a commonly used […]
Discover the natural beauty of Lombok and its easygoing style with an ex-shark fisherman who has put down his nets and is now providing tours to tourists instead of fishing for the declining shark population. If you book an eco-tour you are helping to support his new way of life. When we told their story back, a lot of people […]
Famous for their elaborate ceremonies to honor deceased people, a visit in Toraja is an exciting adventure in the mountains in South Sulawesi. Through Torajamelo you can stay in the houses of locals to feel the spirit and heart of the community as well as help to support their emerging business ventures in tourism. MEET MERI AND THE TORAJANS If […]
Within Timor’s Mollo highlands, vital water, trees, and rocks — as well as their loyal guardian clans flourish. Lakoat.Kujawas is a way to rekindle the love for the region through artistic expression and food. MEET DICKY AND LAKOAT.KUJAWAS “We, Orang Mollo, are a people of gatherings,” says Christianto “Dicky” Senda. “We call our gatherings “elaf.”. It’s an opportunity for people to […]
Kelimutu is more than just its famous lake craters. Explore the area by RMC Detusoko and immerse yourself in the rich agricultural past of Flores the highlands of Ende-Lio, and its significance in the development of the modern Indonesia. MEET THE LIO PEOPLE “The house is the mother of us all. The mother is a respected place in our society,” […]
My husband and I quit our jobs and began to explore the globe in our late 20s. We were faced with a myriad of questions from family members, coworkers friends, and, frankly strangers we didn’t know but had heard about our plans and believed they were entitled to have an opinion about our lives. In time, repeating these questions stressed […]
As a native, autumn of Chicago is always my favorite season despite the feeling of urgency that snow is on its coming. For tourists, it is a beautiful time to enjoy the fall foliage and those warm days we typically want in October. One word of advice: Take the seasons of fall and summer in mind when you plan your trip to […]
Montreal is an enchanting city all year round. However, there’s a particular “je ne sais quoi” when the autumn season arrives. I’m nostalgic for my university days. I travel to Montreal each fall to enjoy the season. I spend my days exploring the vibrant Sud-Ouest district to explore my top places. Here are my suggestions for enjoying the season, from food to autumnal foliage. […]