Are you eager to have an authentic cultural immersion in your next destination...but aren't sure how to?
Keen to understand how people in other parts of the world live...but don't know how to go about meeting locals?
Looking for personal experiences to answer the question "What is culture?"
We can help! We look at the world through the lens of anthropology, the study of what it means to be human. We love to share ideas on how to travel with locals and experience cultural immersion around the world. From tours with locals to chance encounters off the beaten path, we believe that connecting with locals culturally enriches both us as travelers and the locals we meet.
Delve into these articles, which offer ideas on how to connect with locals when you travel, and ways to create authentic and transformative experiences! These in-depth stories explore cultural immersion options ranging from home exchanging to spending a day with an International Greeter, to volunteering abroad or participating in a fellowship program. Hear from fellow travelers on the ins-and-outs of different modes of cultural immersion and immersive travel!
Cultural Immersion Starts with Curiosity! Be There Now!
Dream Vacations for Creatives Offered by VAWAA
Vacation with An Artist provides dream vacations for creatives. VAWAA founder explains how people can apprentice with master artists.
What is Culture? The Definition of Culture from World Experts
If you are looking for the definition of culture, you have come to the right place! What is Culture? Culture is both universal and personal.
World Culture Project | A Catalyst for Global Culture Change
Get the back story of Paul Schafer, an advocate of systemic global culture change as the true key to solving world problems, not economics.
Community Tourism Aligns Interests of Destinations and Travelers
Experts Share Strategies on Community-Based Tourism Community tourism aligns the interests of travellers with residents of the host destinations they visit. This vital element of sustainable travel often gets overshadowed…
Fulbright Exchange: Liz Doles on Cultural Insights from Sri Lanka
Pinhole photographer Liz Doles lived in Sri Lanka for a year as a Fulbright Fellow, as part of the Fulbright Exchange Program.
WUncovering Chiapas Culture with the Hero of Chiapas, Mexico
Learning about Chiapas culture in Mexico’s San Cristóbal de Las Casas, Patricia Ferrer worked with “big man” Sergio Castro.
History of WWOOF, a Global Organic Movement
WWOOF is a global network that links volunteers with organic farms. In fact, it was one of the world’s first voluntourism organizations!
Travel Life Lessons from Author of More Than 20 Guide Books
Christine Barrelly of France’s Occitanie region has written more than twenty travel books published by Hachette Livres and Michelin Guides, among others.
Home Exchange Lets You Live Like A Local In Another Country
Doing a home exchange can give you use of an entire house and even a car for free. Plus you get to immerse in your destination like a local! Learn how it works!