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January 6, 2023

Touring the Palais Garnier Opera House in Paris, France

One of the world’s most renowned opera houses is the legendary Palais Garnier in Paris. Artisans of Leisure can arrange private tours of the lavish theater complex and tickets to performances for travelers on any of our private luxury France tours.

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Destinations:  Europe, France

Tags:  architecture, architecture tours, art and design tours, art touring, Artisans of Leisure, ballet, France, history, iconic sites, insider access, interior design, interiors, luxury France tours, luxury Paris, music tours, opera, opera house, Palais Garnier, Palais Garnier tours, Paris, Paris Opera, Paris opera tours, performances, private France tours, private Paris tours, theater, theater history, VIP Paris tours

December 23, 2022

Attending the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in Edinburgh, Scotland

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo held every August in Edinburgh, Scotland, is one of the most in-demand events of the city’s renowned summer festivals. Artisans of Leisure arranges VIP tickets to the Military Tattoo, including access to the exclusive Royal Gallery and more.

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Destinations:  Europe, Scotland, UK

Tags:  bagpipes, Britain tours, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh festival, festivals, fireworks, Highland dancers, iconic experiences, luxury Scotland tours, luxury UK tours, military tattoo, music, musical traditions, performances, Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Scotland cultural tours, Scotland family tours, Scotland heather, Scotland in August, Scotland tours, Scottish, Scottish bagpipers, Scottish culture, Scottish Highlands, UK tours, VIP tickets, VIP tours

December 19, 2022

The Best Historic & Specialty Shops in Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon, the vibrant capital of Portugal, is a great place to shop for unique specialty items that are integral to the country’s rich cultural heritage. Artisans of Leisure arranges visits to Lisbon’s best historic shops and ateliers, including private behind-the-scenes appointments upon request.

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Destinations:  Europe, Portugal

Tags:  A Vida Portuguesa, artisan crafts, artisans, azulejo, blue-and-white tiles, Bordallo Pinheiro, cafes, decorative arts, embroidery, historic shops, insider Portugal, insider shopping, Lisbon, Lisbon private tours, Lisbon shops, Lisbon tours, Luvaria Ulisses, Pasteis de Belem, pastel de nata, Portugal, Portuguese ceramics, Portuguese crafts, Portuguese design, Portuguese linens, Portuguese tiles, private Portugal tours, shopping tours, textiles

December 10, 2022

Our Favorite Luxury Train Journeys Around the World

Synonymous with the Golden Age of travel, luxury train journeys evoke the romance of a bygone era in a way that few other experiences do. Read more about our favorite luxury train journeys that we can incorporate into our customized private tours around the world.

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Destinations:  Africa, Australia, Europe, India, Italy, Japan, Norway, Peru, Singapore, South Africa, South America, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UK

Tags:  Agatha Christie, Andean Explorer, Arequipa, Australia luxury train, Bangkok, Belmond, Belmond trains, British Pullman, Cape Town, Eastern & Oriental Express, Flamsbana, Glacier Express, glaciers train, Hiram Bingham, Hiram Bingham train, iconic trains, India luxury train, Kyushu, Lake Titicaca, luxury African safaris, luxury Norway tours, luxury train journeys, luxury train Scotland, luxury trains, Machu Picchu train, Maharaja, Maharajas' Express, Majarajas Express, Orient Express, Peru tours, Rovos Rail, safari and luxury train tour, Scotland train, Scottish Highlands, Seven Stars in Kyushu, Singapore, sleeper trains, Taj Mahal, The Blue Train, The Ghan, The Royal Scotsman, train travel, Uluru, Venice Simplon, Venice Simplon-Orient Express, Victoria Falls

December 3, 2022

Hot Springs, Culture & Luxury in Baden-Baden, Germany

In the foothills of the Black Forest in southwestern Germany, the elegant spa town of Baden-Baden has drawn visitors for centuries. Baden-Baden is famous for its natural hot springs, beautiful architecture, sophisticated culture and luxurious resorts, and we highly recommend incorporating it into any private Artisans of Leisure tour in or near Germany.

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Destinations:  Europe, Germany

Tags:  active touring, ancient history, ancient ruins, art and design tours, Baden-Baden, biking, Brenners Park, Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa, Christmas trip, Europe tours, festive hotels, garden tours, gardens, German health resorts, Germany, Germany active tours, Germany cultural tours, Germany tours, health spas, hiking, holiday travel, hot springs, luxury Germany, luxury Germany tours, luxury lifestyle, luxury spas, Oetker Hotels, Riesling, spa, spa getaway, spa town, thermal baths, UNESCO World Heritage Site, wellness, wellness tours, wellness travel, wine tasting, winter garden

November 22, 2022

The Best of Sicily: Interview

Artisans of Leisure founder and CEO Ashley Isaacs Ganz recently spent time in Sicily to enjoy its incredible food and wine, history, culture, landscapes and wonderful luxury hotels. Read more about some of her favorite places and experiences.

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Destinations:  Europe, Italy, Sicily

Tags:  Agrigento, antique prints, architecture tours, Artisans of Leisure, Ashley Ganz, Ashley Isaacs Ganz, best of Sicily, Byzantine, Caltagirone, ceramics, cooking classes, family travel, family vacation, interior design, interiors, Italian food, Italy, Italy tours, Jewish history, Jewish tours, Monreale, nature, Noto, Palermo, Planeta, pottery, Rocco Forte, Roman mosaics, Roman ruins, Sciacca, shopping, Sicilian, Sicily, Sicily tours, spa, Syracuse, Taormina, temples, tiles, Verdura Resort, Villa Igiea, Villa Romana del Casale, vineyards, wine tours, wineries

November 22, 2022

What’s New in Japan: Travel Inspiration

Japan is one of our favorite and most popular destinations. We constantly track the latest developments so we can offer our travelers the best of Japan. Here are a few of the newest hotels, restaurants and attractions which we can incorporate into any of our private, customized Japan tours.

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Destinations:  Asia, Japan

Tags:  Aman Kyoto, architecture, castle stay, Fuji Speedway, Ghibli, Ghibli Museum, Ghibli Park, Gion, glamping, Gora Kadan, Hakone, Hakuba, hiking, Hokkaido, Hokkaido tours, insider Japan, Japan, Japan hiking tours, Japan hotels, Japan travel experts, Japanese design, Japanese pottery, Kyoto, Kyoto tours, Kyoto's best hotels, luxury Japan tours, luxury ryokan, Mitsui, Mount Fuji, Nagano, Nakasendo Road, Naoshima, Nikko, Nikko National Park, Niseko, Niseko ski tour, Okinawa, Okinawa luxury resorts, onsen, onsen ryokan, Osaka, Osaka food tours, Ozu Castle, Pokemon, Roku Naoshima, ryokan, Shikoku, Shinmonzen, ski resorts, skiing, snow monkeys, Tadao Ando, tea plantations, teamLab, The Shinmonzen, Tokyo, Tokyo tours, Tokyo's best hotels, Yayoi Kusama, Zenagi

November 21, 2022

Favorite Christmas Markets in Europe

Every year from mid-November through late December, thousands of Christmas markets transform town centers throughout Europe into winter wonderlands with twinkling lights, Christmas music and alpine-style wooden chalets overflowing with local crafts and seasonal treats. They’re a highlight of winter holiday travel and a wonderful way to experience a destination’s seasonal cheer. Read more about our favorite Christmas markets in Europe.

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Destinations:  Austria, Baltic States, Belgium, Central Europe, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Estonia, Europe, France, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, Poland, Scandinavia, Scotland, Sweden, Switzerland, UK

Tags:  Amsterdam, artisan crafts, Basel, Berlin, best Christmas markets, Bruges, Brussels, Budapest, Cesky Krumlov, Champagne, Christmas, Christmas in London, Christmas Markets, Christmas markets tours, Christmas tours, Copenhagen, crafts, culinary experiences, Dresden, Edinburgh, Europe tours, European Christmas markets, family travel, food tours, German Christmas markets, holiday season, holiday travel, Hungary, Krakow, local crafts, London, London Christmas markets, Munich, Nuremberg, Paris, Prague, Reims, Salzburg, seasonal tours, shopping, Stockholm, Strasbourg, Tallinn, Tivoli Gardens, Vienna, Vienna Christmas markets, winter travel, winter wonderland, Zurich

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