Women to Women Travel: Homes of Transformation

Step into Ekathra homestays led by women – where hospitality empowers, traditions evolve, and quiet revolutions begin at the heart of the household

In the quiet corners of Kerala’s villages, a quiet revolution is unfolding—led by the women of the house.

At the heart of Ekathra’s travel experience are homestays led and managed by women—strong, compassionate hosts who have transformed their homes into welcoming sanctuaries of cultural exchange. Once confined to household responsibilities, these women now stand proudly at the forefront of community tourism, guiding journeys, shaping narratives, and redefining traditional gender roles.

When guests stay in these homes, they’re not just resting their heads—they’re stepping into stories of empowerment, transformation, and resilience. Over shared meals, village walks, and unhurried conversations, travelers hear how the introduction of community-based tourism turned kitchens into classrooms, courtyards into cultural spaces, and everyday routines into meaningful experiences.

These women are not just hosts—they are storytellers, entrepreneurs, and change-makers. Their journeys often spark deeper conversations about gender, tradition, and the evolving roles within their families and communities. Guests often witness subtle, powerful shifts: men participating in cooking, children learning to value equality, and entire families growing through the leadership of women.

In these homes, hospitality becomes a form of empowerment—where every stay supports a woman’s journey, every interaction nurtures understanding, and every story shared becomes part of a collective movement towards a more inclusive and compassionate future.