Local Development

FAVELA TOUR EXPERIENCE, which is just the FAVELA TOUR WITH PURPOSE, is much more than a simple excursion or walk through the alleys and alleys of the Favela. It is the Connection/exchange between tourist and resident, our mission is to take the visitor to an immersion inside the favela, get to know the resident's daily life, understand the challenges and achievements over more than 100 years since the creation of the first Favela, it is have a broad view of the daily life of a favela resident in Rio, as more than 25% of Rio's population lives in Favelas. In addition to understanding our daily life, your visit contributes 100% to the development of educational, linguistic, sports or cultural projects within the Favela, as part of the amount paid by tourists, 50% is applied to these actions, developed by residents, without any support from the public authorities. . We present you much more than a simple excursion or walk through the Favela, but a FAVELA TOUR EXPERIENCE WITH PURPOSE. COME LIVE THIS TRUE EXPERIENCE.

Awaken your sweet tooth in this city filled with freshly made chocolates with no additives. In this tour, you’ll be blown away by the historical significance of the development of the Swiss chocolate industry and understand how Switzerland was able to gain a spot on the list of the best chocolates in the world. To fully appreciate the detailed process of chocolate making, taste some mouthwatering truffles, hand-scooped dark chocolate, or chocolate almonds.

Discover with us our beautiful city of Lima by 4 districts with pick up and drop off included. Miraflores: "El Parque del Amor" the first park in homage to love in Latin America and its beautiful tiles with poems by Peruvian authors. Then a Pyramid "Huaca Pucllana" (only outside visit *) San Isidro: The beautiful "Parque el Olivar" and its more than 1500 olive trees. In addition to lagoons of fish and turtles. Magdalena: One of the most emblematic markets in Lima. Founded in the 1930s by immigrants from the interior of the Peru dedicated to food trade. Here we'll sample exotic fruits, also delicious tapas & drinks. Barranco: Finally we will visit this bohemian and artistic neighborhood of Lima, where many musicians, painters, etc. found great inspiration. We will see its colorful murals about our culture. It is very exciting for me to share my life stories. I'm also a traveler like you, so I hope to give you the type of tour I would enjoy. See ya!

Carpet is a gift of Turkish people to world civilization. Knotted kilim, the oldest examples of which can be found in Central Asia, where the Turks live, is an art discovered, developed and presented to the world by the Turks. The Turks invented the carpet using lamb's wool, which was abundant in order to protect itself from the cold of the Central Asian steppes. The Turks took this art with them and spread it everywhere they went. Private collectors, elite families and museums are proud owners of antique rugs. In the 14th, 15th and 16th centuries, handmade Turkish carpets were valuable items of the noble and wealthy families of Europe. Durable double knotted carpets are the invention of Turkish tribes. The techniques found in handmade carpets were brought to the shores of the Mediterranean by the Seljuks in the 12th century. Marco Polo speaks of rich exhibitions of carpets in palaces and mosques. Here you will have more ideas about Turkish carpets, You will experience carpet weaving.

HEY. Do you want to see Portland through the eyes of its BIGGEST FAN? Are you curious about communities that prioritize PEOPLE, IMAGINATION, and CRAFT BEERS? Are you ready to embark on an ALL YOU CAN PORTLAND BUFFET through a walking tour featuring LOCAL HOTSPOTS and COOL STORIES? Then I’ve got the adventure for you: THIS TOUR. This walking tour explores where the locals go for Portland's nightlife! I show you the soul of the city by immersing you in its neighborhood culture. This means checking out a neighborhood district, drinking taps from neighborhood breweries, and getting the neighborhood perspective by interacting with someone who lives here! People who find this tour meaningful: 1. People who prefer a Drink, Eat, Drink night rather than a Drink, Drink, Drink night. 2. People who prefer to explore with welcoming friends rather than alone. 3. People who enjoy open-minded discussions and appreciate collecting new perspectives. LET'S GET WEIRD.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Tondo is one of the oldest districts in Manila and has undergone various developments over the years. It’s a vibrant area with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones. This is a walking tour that may include sampling some Filipino food. Expect a cultural tour rather than a typical tourist spot visit. Immerse yourself in the essence of Filipino culture by riding our iconic Jeepney, a unique mode of local transportation. Embrace the authenticity of local life as you shop at a traditional Filipino open wet market. Explore the town’s oldest apartments and hidden gems, where residents lead lives off the beaten path, often involving open-air bathing and dining. Venture into the heart of local existence, wandering through the back alleys and side streets, far from the glaring lights and bustling traffic. Take the opportunity to savor our delectable local coffee and cuisine, just as Filipinos do. Looking forward to see you soon.

On the outskirts of Nairobi, Kibera is at once part of one of Africa’s most developed cities and at the same times stands apart from it. Yes, there is a lot of poverty here, but there’s also a sense of freedom. Safe Experience of The Slum walking with a guide born and raised there.

Explore Inverness the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste for our beautiful city. With flexible meeting and end points, and a dedicated local guide, maximise your time in Inverness on a private tour. The capital of the highlands and the main shopping, entertainment and travel destination for Northern Scotland, this charming city will take your breath away! On this 1.5 hour tour with an expert, local guide, the main sights of Inverness will be brought to life as you explore and learn about how the city has developed. From its humble beginnings as a royal city, to Jacobite risings and castle sieges, to modern life in Inverness today (and of course, the loch ness monster!), come along and discover why Inverness is officially the happiest city in Scotland.

Would you like to enjoy a colorful experience with your family? Musashi-kosugi, is very close to Tokyo and offers plenty of city fun without the tourist crowds. We will start with a super kawaii DECO parts shop. The kawaii vibe begins the moment you arrive! You'll get to choose up to 10 parts needed for crafting and create a one-of-a-kind key charm together with a guide who loves DECO. Why not create original souvenirs together with your family as a memory of Japan? Each key charm reflects its own personality, so comparing them is also a lot of fun! We also explore Musashi-Kosugi which transformed from a rural area into a modern hub with high-rise towers. Despite its rapid development, elements of its historic streetscape remains, harmonizing the old and new beautifully. The last destination is an all-weather shopping mall, a great place for family fun. The guide will assist your family in experiencing Japanese pop culture with an essence of local history while avoiding crowds!

Get immersed in this 3-part tour co-hosted by multiple local changemakers! A Side by Side tour is an adventure comprising 2+ of our hands-on experiences. Escape the tourist trap, live like a local, and make an impact. A percentage of every booking goes directly back to the changemakers we've partnered with in the form of year-end gifts: equipment, bursaries, and cash grants. To ensure all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour from pick-up to drop-off (if you add the Hotel Pickup add-on). Your guide will provide you all the background info you need to know and settle the entrance fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to get food pre-ordered for prompt delivery. With flexible experience durations & sequence, choose from 6 different tour versions (more info in itinerary).

Tour a popular neighborhood market to get a true feel of where and why many Peruvians choose a conventional market over a typical developed country supermarket. During this tour you will mingle with locals as you interact with market vendors and enjoy a number of local fruits, many of which you will likely learn about for the very first time. Get a chance to explore the full market offering and the supply chain to get food to Peruvian tables and how our local products end up at your home country supermarket.

Get immersed in this experience hosted by a local changemaker! Enter the inspiring world underneath Cape Town's touristy surface. A Side by Side experience is the perfect, hands-on way to escape the tourist trap, live like a local, and make an impact. A percentage of every booking goes directly back to the changemakers we've partnered with in the form of year-end gifts: equipment, bursaries, and cash grants. To ensure your changemaker-hosted experience runs smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout, from pick-up to drop-off (if you add the Hotel Pickup add-on). Your guide will provide you all the background info you need to know and settle the entrance fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by Google Drive same day. Learn, laugh, imagine, bond, and come away a changed person after sharing this experience with some seriously inspiring locals.

Why Hillbrow? It was laid out as a residential suburb during 1894 and 1895, with Richard Currie auctioning the stands. In 1897 it became part of Johannesburg's Sanitary Board. After World War Two, developers started purchasing the stands at values beyond their worth and eventually turned it into blocks of flats. That's when the story of this neighborhood begins, the discovery of Gold in Johannesburg saw people from all over the world flying into the city and Hillbrow welcomed all of them. Dure the political status in South Africa at the Times Hillbrow was meant to a white area according to the Group Area's Act. Hillbrow has always been very cosmopolitan and very mixed racially since its discovery and nothing has changed today; it's just more Afro-cosmopolitan… Hillbrow as two of Johannesburg's iconic towers in less then 3km walking distance.

Get immersed in this 3-part tour co-hosted by multiple local changemakers! A Side by Side tour is an adventure comprising 2+ of our hands-on experiences. Escape the tourist trap, live like a local, and make an impact. A percentage of every booking goes directly back to the changemakers we've partnered with in the form of year-end gifts: equipment, bursaries, and cash grants. To ensure all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour from pick-up to drop-off (if you add the Hotel Pickup add-on). Your guide will provide you all the background info you need to know and settle the entrance fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to get food pre-ordered for prompt delivery. With flexible experience durations & sequence, choose from 6 different tour versions (more info in itinerary).

We focus on people who are really looking for unique experiences. When a tourist goes to Comuna 13, he always follows the same route, which makes it difficult to differentiate between one route and another. Because we know that you want to discover places that few know, but without losing the highlights, we will take you to discover parks, alleys, viewpoints and graffiti that most tourists do not see because they are unaware of their existence and other routes. do not visit these places. In addition, you will have the opportunity to taste a delicious cup of Colombian coffee and the best green mango creams with lemon and salt, typical of the area.

Get immersed in this 3-part tour co-hosted by multiple local changemakers! A Side by Side tour is an adventure comprising 2+ of our hands-on experiences. Escape the tourist trap, live like a local, and make an impact. A percentage of every booking goes directly back to the changemakers we've partnered with in the form of year-end gifts: equipment, bursaries, and cash grants. To ensure all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour from pick-up to drop-off (if you add the Hotel Pickup add-on). Your guide will provide you all the background info you need to know and settle the entrance fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to get food pre-ordered for prompt delivery. With flexible experience durations & sequence, choose from 6 different tour versions (more info in itinerary).

Get immersed in this 3-part tour co-hosted by multiple local changemakers! A Side by Side tour is an adventure comprising 2+ of our hands-on experiences. Escape the tourist trap, live like a local, and make an impact. A percentage of every booking goes directly back to the changemakers we've partnered with in the form of year-end gifts: equipment, bursaries, and cash grants. To ensure all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour from pick-up to drop-off (if you add the Hotel Pickup add-on). Your guide will provide you all the background info you need to know and settle the entrance fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to get food pre-ordered for prompt delivery. With flexible experience durations & sequence, choose from 6 different tour versions (more info in itinerary).

Book a local Mexican for a personalised exploration of the city. Your local host will build the best experience for you based on your interests. Discover what it is like to see the city through the eyes of a local. Our handpicked hosts are culinary connoisseurs and history buffs, bakers and bankers, students and seniors. Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.

Get immersed in this 3-part tour co-hosted by multiple local changemakers! A Side by Side tour is an adventure comprising 2+ of our hands-on experiences. Escape the tourist trap, live like a local, and make an impact. A percentage of every booking goes directly back to the changemakers we've partnered with in the form of year-end gifts: equipment, bursaries, and cash grants. To ensure all experiences run smoothly and guests' every last need is met, an SbS guide will be by your side throughout the entire tour from pick-up to drop-off (if you add the Hotel Pickup add-on). Your guide will provide you all the background info you need to know and settle the entrance fees on your behalf. Optionally add the Photoshoot add-on for HD pics/vids of you in action sent by the Google Drive same day; and/or the Prepaid Meal add-on to get food pre-ordered for prompt delivery. With flexible experience durations & sequence, choose from 6 different tour versions (more info in itinerary).