21 trips and adventures to plan this year that bring back human interaction, from Colombia to Jamaica

As we look beyond the bleak midwinter towards a brighter future, one aspect that is sure to resonate is making human connections once again. Many of us have been deprived of relationships throughout the pandemic, but also wider human engagement acquired through travelling to new places.

Forging new connections can enrich our own relationships, as well as improve mood and wellbeing. So when you do plan to travel again, you might consider a trip that scratches the surface of a destination by meeting those who know it best.

Be Queensland’s guest

Queensland’s Year of Indigenous Tourism has been extended into this year, in support of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Queenslanders. While the tourism focus is usually on Queensland’s coast, a new offering takes visitors into the Outback (main image). For example, Juan Walker of the Kuku Yalanji takes…