In the Sacred Valley of Peru, Bibi commissioned a Quechua-speaking artisans to ‘illustrate’ her children’s book with woven belts that use symbols to tell a story.

In the Sacred Valley of Peru, Bibi commissioned a Quechua-speaking artisans to ‘illustrate’ her children’s book with woven belts that use symbols to tell a story.

“We only have what we give.”
Isabel Allende

Travel Activism

The most enlightened travel experiences happen when you truly engage with the local culture, going beyond the tourist trails and supporting social entrepreneurs bringing progress to their communities. For example, in Peru you might choose to visit a children’s dormitory. Or, in Kenya, you might have the chance to do a beading workshop with the Maasai women. Nomad Chic curates culturally broadening expeirences to match your passion with the interests of local people. In this way, travel becomes a powerful way to understand and contribute to the countries visited. This involvement can even start before you leave home as shown in this Pledge Campaign for Maasai Women organized by Nomad Chic and NGO Acacia Moyo.

Working with the artisans provided unique insight into the local life and helped single women support their families while preserving ancient weaving techniques using organic dyes and traditional back looms.

Working with the artisans provided unique insight into the local life and helped single women support their families while preserving ancient weaving techniques using organic dyes and traditional back looms.

“We never really own anything except

what is in our head and our heart.”

Bibi Jordan

What was left behind in the fire told a story that’s inspiring a journey. How? Read here.