Travel

Whether or not you’ve sat through an episode ofI’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, you’re probably familiar with the concept of a ‘bush tucker trial’. Since the TV reality show set in the Australian jungle first appeared on screens, the phrase has become synonymous with celebrities being challenged to eat a variety of unsavoury-looking insects and animal parts.

Part of our cultural identities, arts and crafts are woven into the fabric of society. Although some traditions have unraveled over time, others remain as vital as ever. Moreover, with the search for authentic experiences high on the modern travel agenda, these skills – from tribal tattooing to communal quilting – are drawing crowds like never before. Here are some of the world’s most compelling traditional arts and crafts, plus suggestions on how to learn more about them.

Devoted food lovers will travel to the ends of the earth for a good meal. However, have you ever considered the perilous journey some chefs take in order to create it? These restaurants, cafes and food projects from around the world have nurtured the talents of countless refugees and asylum seekers, serving up delicious plates with a generous side of social conscience.