From traditional temples to swanky treehouses, these unique homestays immerse you in local cultural around the world with an offbeat twist.
12 Unique Homestays For Quirky Cultural Immersion [Photos]

Food, wine & culture for the ethical traveler

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

The Sloth Sanctuary in Costa Rica offers an immersive wildlife experience that’s also educational. Here’s why you shouldn’t miss it!

Our adventurous trip down the river lasts about two hours, and ends with a delicious buffet of fresh cut pineapple and watermelon before we head to the company owner’s organic farm for lunch.

It takes only 10 minutes to reach the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, featuring more than 4,000 hectares of lush ecosystems, over 100 mammal specials, more than 400 birds and over 3,000 plants, including the largest diversity of orchids on the planet with over 500 species.

Want to explore coffee in Costa Rica? Head to the sustainable Finca Rosa Blanca in San José for java sips, spa scrubs and infused cuisine.

At the eco-friendly Villa Blanca – with its own Costa Rica wildlife research station and nature offerings – is an experience unto itself.

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