Life Communities

This tour includes a unique mix of a history walk in the city and real historical sights when visiting a real nuclear bunker hidden 4 floors underground. Includes cold war expositions, photos, original items, army gear and equipment. People also recieve a copy of an authentic survival guide with nuclear instructions.

The Real Tour of Communism will take you through all of the major aspects regarding the life under communist rule in Romania which lasted officially from 1948 to 1989. The Communism era was marked by the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu who ruled Romania for most of this period (1965-1989). We will discover the landmarks of the Communist era to understand how the city's architecture was influenced and changed for ever. But also the former locations of the Secret Police where Romanians were interrogated and tortured too. The tour ends in the Revolution Square where Nicolae Ceausescu had his last speech on Dec 21st 1989 few days before he was executed together with his wife.

Explore the turbulent 20th century in Croatia in a entertaining way combining historical facts and personal experiences. You will find out more about Croatia’s relations with neighbouring countries and being a part of five different regimes, going through three brutal wars, all explained in an easy-to-understand fashion! • Visit the WWII tunnels and hear dark stories of the Croatian fascist state • Learn about communist Yugoslavia and its leader Tito • Visit a multimedia exhibition on Croatian Homeland War • Understand the relationships between former Yugoslavia states in the past and nowadays

In this 3-hour walking tour about communism, you'll discover the major landmarks and events of the communist period of history in Bucharest: the violent beginnings of the communist regime, the nationalization and forced demolition of thousands of houses, the Palace of the Parliament, the Ceausescu family and the anti-communist revolution of 1989.

We will start this beautiful day picking you up at the meeting point, the goal is arrive to Chichen Itza early, since is the most visited archaeological site. As soon as it´s open (8:00 am) we will have the chance to enjoy the place with less people, have better pictures and take advantage of the refreshing morning. We will stop in a convenience store to grab something to eat. Inside the archaeological site i will explain you the customs, history, and life of the mayan civilization and the city. Afterwards we will drive to a cenote administrated by a mayan community (natural sinkholes) where we´ll have enough time to swimm

Experience the remnants of Communism in the capital of Hungary as they come alive during this tour through an expert historical commentary and family stories. We are committed to tell the history of modern Hungary as objectively and factually as possible while we are happy to include our own personal opinion and personal life experiences. The tour includes seeing parts of Buda and Pest as well as a drink at a cult café which opened in 1961 and hasn't changed much since.

Insightful, off the beaten track journey in a legendary 1970-1990’s Czechoslovak Škoda car (or a modern van by 4+ guests) with our local guide to the most intriguing spots of the Cold War era Bratislava. Explore a vast concrete housing estate, the Soviet monument Slavín, post-industrial developments, the Iron Curtain border zone and loads of communist-era architecture. The tour brings alive the fascinating story of Bratislava in the turbulent 20th century. What can you expect? Cool drive and quirky stops to see and understand: – the first prefabricated apartment block in Slovakia as well as the largest socialist housing project, Petržalka – communist-era architecture (inverted pyramid of Slovak Radio, rocket-shape TV tower Kamzík, Freedom Square) – political objects: Soviet memorial Slavín, diplomatic 1970’s hotel, 1980’s parliament, villas of former communist leaders – controversial ufo-like SNP bridge, causing destruction of the Jewish district former Iron Curtain area

This is a walking tour in Bucharest, using a normal pace. The purpose of the tour is for the visitors of Bucharest and Romania to have a thorough understanding of what Communism meant for the country and most importantly, for its people. At the end of the 3 hours you will have most of your questions about the regime answered but you will also have the opportunity to ask any further ones to your guide. You will also understand how the regime that ended more than 30 years ago still influences Romania(n)'s life.

During our visit, you will have the opportunity to get to know the Mayan Kaqchiquel culture in an authentic way and the day-to-day life of local women who seek to make their routines their job. They will share their passions and concerns with you and we hope that you can too, to learn and enjoy diversity. Our experience is special because we are based on a regenerative tourism model, which can preserve culture and provide new ways of working for the future of women in Santa Cruz, having a 100% impact on the local economy.

This tour will take you to the frightening communist regime in Albania, which consists of presenting you the lifestyle, the old dictator’s Enver Hoxha crimes, bunkers built to survive the dangers of a nuclear war which existed only in the leader’s imagination, the Historical Museum and lots more.

For almost half of the 20th century, Russia’s Soviet leaders controlled the Hungarian government, and traces of these decades under communism are still visible throughout the capital city. Meet an experienced guide who lived during the communist era to learn what everyday life was really like in Budapest at that time, from first-hand tales of navigating Kafkaesque bureaucracy to adventurous descriptions of the black-market economy. After the introductory discussion, participants are taken on a walking tour to highlight relics of the communist era still visible around the city today. You should book this tour if you are interested in the working of the communism and of how the Hungarian society reacted with the political, ideological and administrational changes of the country. The three options of this tour come with different itinerary. Each booking is individually tailored based on the provided itinerary, by the chosen option and individual requests.

Unlike typical tourist experiences, our community dinner offers authentic cultural exchange with local Kamakura residents in an intimate home-like setting, creating genuine connections and insider knowledge that guidebooks can't provide. What makes us special: INTIMATE SETTING: Maximum 8 guests in our cozy shared living space – feel like you're visiting Japanese friends, not attending a commercial tour PERSONALIZED MATCHING: We connect you with locals based on your interests – meet artists, historians, families, or longtime residents who share your passions ️ HANDS-ON COOKING: Learn traditional Japanese home cooking techniques using fresh seasonal ingredients from Kamakura's famous Renbai farmers market CULTURAL STORIES: Discover 1000+ years of Kamakura history through personal stories, from samurai heritage to modern community life ️ INSIDER KNOWLEDGE: Get recommendations for hidden gems, local-priced shops, and secret spots that only residents know

This is the first community tour in Uganda. It is an opportunity for visitors to explore the local culture of Uganda and help support the women led households.

This is a guided tour of a village with historic temples, stepwells and a royal palace (now a luxury hotel). The tour guides grew up in the village and still live there and will introduce travellers to its villagers and artisans who themselves can provide guided instruction on their arts, for example pottery, jewellery and stitching. The guides will also take travellers into old temples, access to which is normally restricted to worshipers. The tour provides a unique opportunity to see a real part of India which is not otherwise seen by tourists and to learn about its way of life. The tour is in fact an initiative of the NGO Seva Mandir in order to help preserve and highlight the unique heritage of Delwara and to provide job opportunities to its young guides who run the tour.

Three decades have passed since the demise of communism. In spite of the tremendous growth Romania has experienced ever since, the remnants of this regime are still noticeable. That is why most aspects of everyday life were transformed by communism: from the political class to public health care to the urban architecture. Find out the many shocking tales of what life was like under communism. Furthermore learn about the brutality with which this system was enforced in Romania. Get insight into the dictator Ceausescu’s fascinating life story, from his childhood to his execution.Lastly, understand the difficult transition from socialism to democracy that Romania experienced. This is an immersive half-day tour around Bucharest that will take you to some of the main communist sights.

Available in English / Italiano / Français Get a glimpse of Dictator's life, the secrets of his regime and relive some of the events during the Revolution to attempt an answer to the following questions: Was Ceausescu a proud nationalist leader or a megalomaniac dictator? Was the Revolution actually organized in advance? Was Ceausescu’s execution a cover-up? Sites to Investigate: • Dictator's Red Marble Grave • People’s House Exterior visit (Parliament Palace) • Mausoleum for Socialist Heroes of Motherland • Spring Palace – Ceausescu’s residence (Exterior visit Mondays) • State Security HQ – infamous offices of forced confessions and torture • University Square – the clash barricade of the revolutionaries • Soviet Heroes Memorial • Communist Party Headquarters • Revolution Square – where hundreds Romanians were shot dead during the manifestations

This Community Tour aims to uplift the lives of the slum dwellers, by 1) creating a conduit for them to achieve economic empowerment through income generated from these visits and 2) support the emotional well-being of slum dwellers by creating a platform where they can share stories, get encouragement, make new friends, and remove the stigma of HIV. The tour guides are mothers who were born and brought up in Mathare, now taking care of their children and those left behind by their relatives or neighbors who died, got incarcerated or varnished without a trace. The women will welcome you to their houses to see how they live, care for those ravaged by the H.I.V scourge and other maladies, help you experience their daily life, share with you their gripping stories of how they ended up living in the slums as well how they cope with life. The security-guards are the reformed youths within the slums, who have become role models to others to stay away from the vices.

On this tour, we will be walking through the streets of Sinoni, a district just south of Arusha city center. You will experience the life of the local community and be able to taste some of the most traditional food in Tanzania. Our guide will tell you many interesting facts about the Tanzania culture and everyday life in Arusha. You have the opportunity to ask questions and engage with the local people. This tour is offered by the founders a local NGO . The aim of our organization is to make our community a place by providing education and basic needs to disadvantaged children, empowering women and educating the youth. 100% of the profits of this tour are directed towards the organization – join this tour and make an impact!

Embark on a moving journey with our local guide who experienced Communism and whose family members were persecuted in those times. Learn what life was like for ordinary families who endured endless queues in shops, propaganda, spying, fear and persecution. You will hear stories of Cold War political prisoners, dissidents and other brave people who opposed or tried to escape the regime. Hear entertaining accounts of major events that shaped modern history, including the WWII and post-war events that contributed to the popularity of the Communists and their takeover in 1948. Learn how the Soviet Occupation of 1968 crushed people’s hope for democracy and ended the Prague Spring. Have the privilege of hearing all that in a small group from our enthusiastic Czech guide with excellent English (qualified teacher of English) and second-level license for guides.

The ability to visit a Jamaican resident has always been a desire of our customers upon visiting the island understanding our culture and learning about our history. on this excursion we provide all this in one package.