Goa’s Slow Travel Haven Has Something For Everyone
Rekindle your connection to nature while you wind down from the hustle and bustle at Olaulim Backyards, a tranquil, sustainable slice of Goan paradise.
Resilience - Through and Beyond COVID-19
The pandemic impacted many who relied on responsible tourism. Now that travel is back, we catch up with some of our featured profiles to see how they and their communities are doing.
'We want to eliminate the harm being caused by unregulated tourism.'
Shantanu is the director and project head of Habre's Nest, a wildlife travel enterprise on a mission to protect the red panda.
A mountain getaway protecting a refuge for red pandas
Travel to the border between India and Nepal to take in the breathtaking Himalayas — and see if you can spot a certain red-haired resident on the way.
'There's awareness and a change in behaviour'
Mohan is a tracker at Habre's Nest, a wildlife travel enterprise on a mission to protect the red panda.
A Himalayan homestay that’s an Ark for rural empowerment
Savour the joys of slow living with a community-led tourism initiative that preserves rural values amid urban demands
'Keep our craft from slipping through the fingers of time'
Bina is a member of Himalayan Ark, a community-owned social enterprise that supports villagers to run homestays while giving back to their communities.
'When guests stay with us, they get a glimpse of our past heritage'
Trilok is a member of Himalayan Ark, a community-owned social enterprise that supports villagers to run homestays while giving back to their communities.
Getaways that give back
Ready to rediscover the joy of travel after a COVID-19 hiatus? Here's a list of ideas to get you started.
Guiding the way to a greener Himalayas
Amid COVID-19, a community of mountain guides in the western Himalayas reclaims eco stewardship of their land through a carbon offset programme.
We tell stories of everyday people doing good in Asia, to inspire action. Through The Better Traveller, you can dive into our travel stories and share ideas on how to make a difference on the go.