Luxury Travel Newsletter
December 2020
Season's Greetings!
Magical Northern Lights in the Nordic countries
On behalf of all of us at Artisans of Leisure, we wish you and your loved ones a safe, healthy and joyful holiday season.
This has been a challenging year for everyone, and we are incredibly grateful for each and every one of you and for our wonderful team that has provided joy, camaraderie and inspiration throughout these trying times.
During the pandemic, we've all been dreaming of travel. With promising vaccine news and borders beginning to open in destinations around the world, 2021 is looking brighter and brighter.
Wishing you a very happy, healthy and travel-filled 2021!
Bucket-list Trips around the World
The Great Sphinx in Egypt
We love this feedback that we received from a client who is in Egypt this week:
I have had the most wonderful time in Egypt! More than I ever thought possible. As you promised, my guide has been extraordinary—he is brilliant. Knowledgeable about all things Egypt from ancient to modern times—archeology, arts, politics, humanity. I was so fortunate to book with Artisans of Leisure. I am forever grateful.
~ M.O., St. Petersburg, FL
Our travelers are planning and booking bucket-list trips both for this year (there's still time!) and next. Here are some of our favorite iconic journeys for 2021:
View all of our tours or contact one of our travel specialists to start planning!
Dreaming of Summer in Europe
Amalfi Coast, Italy
Like many of you, we really missed spending time in Europe last summer. We're hopeful that borders will open again in time for travel in summer 2021—we're already seeing high demand for popular European destinations such as Italy, Greece, England, Scotland, Ireland, Portugal, Spain, France and Iceland. We recommend planning ahead to make sure the top properties are available for your preferred travel dates.
Contact one of our travel specialists to begin planning your dream European summer vacation.
South Korea for Lovers of Food, Art & Architecture
Tadao Ando architecture in South Korea
One of the destinations we can't wait to get back to is South Korea. Its delicious cuisine, remarkable contemporary architecture, vibrant traditions and cutting-edge pop culture make it perfect for travelers seeking general and special-interest touring.
Many of our travelers enjoy customized activities such as visits to K-pop meccas and hallyu sites, private street food tours and cooking classes, tours of historic Korean villages and UNESCO World Heritage sites, and visits to modern landmarks designed by leading Korean and international architects.
Learn more about what makes South Korea such a wonderful travel destination:
The Best of South Korea
View our private South Korea tours, and contact one of our Asia experts to start planning.
Over-the-top African Safaris: New Lodge Openings
Jao Camp, Botswana
An African safari is one of our top experiences for 2021. Safaris offers exclusivity, beautiful nature and wide-open spaces. They are also a wonderful experience to share with family. Many safari destinations have remained open and are eager to continue welcoming travelers.
Artisans of Leisure's safari experts take care of everything, such as booking the best safari lodges, securing top safari guides and trackers, booking private charter flights, and arranging unforgettable experiences throughout Africa.
The level of luxury in top safari destinations has always been high and is getting better by the day, with many camps and lodges opening or undergoing major rebuilds and renovations.
Read more about some of our favorite new, recently reopened and soon-to-open camps on our blog:
Over-the-top African Safaris: New Lodge Openings
View our private tours and safaris in South Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Tanzania, Namibia and Rwanda, and contact one of our Africa specialists to begin planning an over-the-top safari.
Just Back: Croatia, Montenegro & Slovenia
Dubrovnik, Croatia
In-the-know travelers have long been visiting Croatia, Montenegro and Slovenia for their beautiful landscapes, fascinating history, friendly locals, and delicious food and wine. While each is wonderful on its own, these three Adriatic countries also combine easily for travelers wanting an in-depth tour of the region.
Artisans of Leisure travel specialist Stephanie Dosch recently visited all three during a private tour of the region. Enjoy these photos of some of her favorite places and experiences:
View Croatia, Montenegro & Slovenia photos
Spotlight on Morocco
Moroccan luxury at the new Oberoi, Marrakech
Morocco is a perennial favorite tour destination for us and our travelers. Since its borders are open, it's also been one of the most popular destinations for our travelers over the past few months.
Artisans of Leisure is renowned for our private Morocco tours. Here are some of our favorite insider Morocco experiences:
- An exclusive private dinner in the desert outside Marrakesh
- Exclusive visits to Yves Saint Laurent's home and the Majorelle Garden
- Sophisticated shopping at the top studios, shops and markets in Marrakesh
- An overnight stay at a private tented camp among the sand dunes of the Sahara Desert
- Insider touring in Tangier
- Jewish touring
- Hiking with an expert Berber guide in the Atlas Mountains
- Dinner reservations at top restaurants specializing in Moroccan cuisine
- A private excursion to ancient Roman ruins near Fez
- Private Moroccan cooking lessons
Contact one of our Morocco travel experts to begin planning.
View our luxury Morocco tours.
Insider Travel Articles: On Our Blog
Best of England
Golf tours in Spain & Portugal
ARoS Denmark
Our travel blog is constantly updated to include new articles that are sure to inspire.
Recent posts include:
Visit our blog, and be sure to follow us on Instagram to see more of our featured articles!
Contact us to start planning tours for 2021 and beyond.
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