“Cultural and religious factors mean that local interaction in some countries can be challenging and complex for mixed gender groups. What if, as a female traveler in Pakistan you could head down to the beauty salon with your female leader and get your hair done? The hijab comes off and there’s a real chance to connect. On this Intrepid tour, join a local female leader as she takes you on a unique journey to Northern Pakistan’s Hunza Valley. Visit a carpet-weaving center run by local women, and then take advantage of an opportunity to be pampered at a one-of-a-kind salon, owned and operated by a local woman at her home.”
Invest in organizations that put gender equality at the core of their operations and understand that the key to creating real, meaningful change requires women’s voices to be heard, as well as their participation and leadership. Always consider the supply chain and buy from women-owned businesses and/or women-made goods.
