At India’s Karni Mata Temple, followers are devoted to the 20,000+ rats that live inside the place of worship. Here’s why.
India’s Karni Mata Temple Is Devoted To Rats

Food, wine & culture for the ethical traveler

At India’s Karni Mata Temple, followers are devoted to the 20,000+ rats that live inside the place of worship. Here’s why.

Peru’s unique Q’eswachaka Bridge is keeping Inca culture alive and preserving the traditional art of hand-twisted grass architecture. Here’s how.

Looking for Brooklyn cooking classes? Here’s how you can visit an immigrant home in NYC to cook their traditional dishes.

Understanding table etiquette when traveling is important when traveling for cultural immersion. You may learn some healthy practices, too!

From traditional temples to swanky treehouses, these unique homestays immerse you in local cultural around the world with an offbeat twist.

Bhutan culture. It’s one of the biggest reasons to visit. Here’s why, and how to truly immerse yourself in it on a trip to this fascinating country.

For a truly immersive and delicious cultural experience in Mexico, Don Alberto Martinez’s organic mezcal farm in Oaxaca is a must. Here’s why.

But really, what is “beauty”? The Mursi people help us redefine beauty — a multi-faceted word which can mean different things to different people.

While cultural visits can sometimes feel like stepping into a human zoo, my time with the Himbas in Namibia was authentic and transformative. Here’s why.

Global Goods Partners sells handmade gifts created by women artisans in impoverished societies. Read their story to get involved.