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Travel isn\u2019t just about the places you go. It\u2019s about the people you meet \u2013 and the connections you make \u2013 along the way. From learning about Australia\u2019s First Nations cultures while digging into delicious bush tucker to meeting a Mayan shaman in a traditional village in Guatemala, these experiences can be good for you and<\/em> the communities you visit.  <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of our Travel Goals for 2023, we’re sharing opportunities for you to make meaningful connections with, and leave a positive impact on, Indigenous communities around the world. Check them out below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Get crafty with local community members in Guatemala<\/strong>  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wrap up your Real Central America<\/a> jaunt across Mexico<\/a>, Belize<\/a> and Guatemala<\/a> with a trip to San Juan La Laguna. Visiting this quiet Mayan village on the shores of Lake Atitlan will give you a taste of local life and teach you a thing or two about the culture that beats strongly in this region. You\u2019ll explore a local medicinal garden and then be mesmerised by the kaleidoscope of colours used in a hands-on Mayan textile weaving and dyeing workshop. All that creativity will no doubt work up an appetite so afterwards sit down to a homemade lunch with your village hosts.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Take a road trip to one of Australia\u2019s most important heritage landscapes<\/strong>  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After a few epic days road-tripping Victoria\u2019s scenic southern coastline on our Great Ocean Road and Grampians Adventure<\/a> in Australia<\/a>, it\u2019ll be time to turn the wheels toward Budj Bim. Intrepid travellers will get to know the incredible history of Budj Bim Cultural Landscape<\/a> as First Nations guides retell the history of how their ancestors created one of the earliest aquaculture ventures here \u2013 designed to harvest kooyang (short-finned eel). All this exploring is sure to work up an appetite, so you\u2019ll finish the day by filling your bellies with bush tucker like grilled kooyang, grilled macadamia nuts, pickled vegetables, kangaroo, emu and other local bush foods.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Get a glimpse into tribal life in East Africa<\/strong>  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re not four-wheel driving in search of the big five, you\u2019ll find yourself connecting with Hadzabe culture in Lake Eyasi, Tanzania<\/a>. The Hadzabe people have lived by Lake Eyasi for more than 10,000 years, and fascinatingly, they\u2019re one of the only cultures in Africa<\/a> that haven\u2019t adopted modern ways of life. We\u2019ve introduced a special experience to our East African Highlights<\/a> trip that allows travellers to mingle in the community and even join in on village activities like hunting, gathering and, if you\u2019re keen to shake your hips, traditional dance. You\u2019ll even learn about their unique \u2018click\u2019 language \u2013 one of the oldest languages still in use today.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Meet an indigenous shaman in Chichicastenango<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During our Maya Encounter<\/a> trip through Central America<\/a>, Intrepid travellers will head to Chichicastenango, a traditional city that celebrates its deep Indigenous roots. You’ll get a chance to wander wide-eyed through the city\u2019s sprawling marketplace packed to the brim with traditional handicrafts, fruits and vegetables. Plus, a special new addition to this trip in 2023, you\u2019ll meet a Mayan shaman and expand your knowledge of their ancient beliefs and rituals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Mingle with Terraba community members in Costa Rica<\/strong>  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re not traversing the verdant jungle or lazing on one of Costa Rica<\/a>\u2019s endless white-sand beaches, you\u2019ll get the\u00a0chance to meet a small Indigenous community living on the banks of the Terraba River on our Best of Costa Rica<\/a> adventure. Rub shoulders with the locals here and learn how they\u2019ve lived off the land for more than 500 years. Plus, get hands-on with a traditional wooden mask carving workshop before tucking into a home-cooked lunch with your hosts.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6.  Walk in the footsteps of the world\u2019s oldest culture in Australia<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Travellers on our Walk Queensland\u2019s Scenic Rim<\/a> adventure will be lacing up their comfiest walking shoes to traverse the incredible landscapes found in Queensland<\/a>\u2019s southeast. Walking amid the ancient open bushland, rock pools and meandering creeks is one thing, but to really get to know this area you’ve got to meet the people who\u2019ve called this place home for thousands of years. Enter our First Nations experiences. Connect with Country during a traditional smoking ceremony to cleanse and ward off bad spirits and gain a better understanding of the ancient culture directly from the Land\u2019s traditional owners.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Travel isn\u2019t just about the places you go. It\u2019s about the people you meet \u2013 and the connections you make \u2013 along the way. 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