This International Women’s Day 2026, the theme “Give to Gain” highlights the power of giving time, support, and opportunity to others, and how those actions create lasting benefits for everyone involved.

In travel, this idea is increasingly reflected in experiences that empower women locally while creating meaningful connections for travellers. One standout example is Intrepid Travel’s Women’s Expeditions, which are designed to support female leaders and open doors to cultural experiences that might otherwise remain inaccessible.

Travel Through Women’s Eyes

Intrepid’s Women’s Expeditions bring travellers of all ages together from around the world to explore destinations through the perspective of local women.

These journeys are led by female guides and include experiences with women-owned businesses, community groups, and entrepreneurs. The goal is to break down barriers within traditional tourism and create opportunities for women to share their stories, skills, and culture.

For travellers, this often means gaining access to authentic moments that typical tours might miss, from cooking alongside local women to hearing firsthand about daily life, traditions, and challenges in different parts of the world.

Giving Opportunities, Gaining Perspectives

The “Give to Gain” theme reflects exactly what these trips aim to achieve.

By supporting female guides, local artisans, and women-led initiatives, travellers help contribute to economic opportunities and visibility for women in the tourism industry. In return, they gain something equally valuable: a deeper understanding of the destination and the people who call it home.

These exchanges often become some of the most memorable moments of a trip conversations over shared meals, learning traditional crafts, or simply seeing a place through the eyes of someone who lives there.

Breaking Barriers in Tourism

Tourism has historically been a male-dominated industry in many parts of the world, particularly in roles like guiding and adventure leadership. Programs like Intrepid’s Women’s Expeditions are helping to change that by creating pathways for more women to lead and succeed in travel careers.

For travellers, it’s also an opportunity to be part of something bigger, supporting a travel style that prioritises inclusion, empowerment, and genuine cultural exchange.

Travel with Purpose

International Women’s Day is a reminder that even small actions can have a meaningful impact. Choosing experiences that support women and local communities is one way travellers can give back while gaining richer, more authentic journeys.

And sometimes, the most powerful way to understand the world is simply have a Sense of Adventure and listen to the women who know it best.

Curious to learn more? Visit the link below to discover Intrepid’s women-only expeditions and see how you can be part of this inspiring travel movement.

https://agents.intrepidtravel.com/au/aud/womens-expeditions