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June 14, 2022

Visiting Bo-Kaap in Cape Town, South Africa

A highlight of our private tours of Cape Town, South Africa, is exploring the colorful houses and cobblestone streets in charming Bo-Kaap, one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods.

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Destinations:  Africa, South Africa

Tags:  architecture, Bo-Kaap, Cape Dutch architecture, Cape Malay, Cape Town, Cape Town tours, culinary tours, cultural sites, historic architecture, history, history tours, luxury South Africa tours, private Cape Town tours, South Africa, South Africa tours

June 8, 2022

A Private Tour of Palacio da Bolsa (Stock Exchange Palace) in Porto, Portugal

The Palacio da Bolsa (Stock Exchange Palace) in Porto, Portugal, is one of the city’s most beautiful architectural sites and a highlight of our private tours in the historic center of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Destinations:  Europe, Portugal

Tags:  architecture, architecture tours, art and design tours, art history, design, history, interiors, museums, Palacio da Bolsa, Porto, Porto tours, Portugal, Portugal tours, Portuguese design, Portuguese tiles, Stock Exchange Palace

May 7, 2022

Just Back: A Private Luxury Tour of Oman

Artisans of Leisure arranges private, customized luxury Oman tours. Enjoy these photos from our most recent visit to Oman, where we experienced the cultural and scenic highlights of the country combined with our favorite luxury resorts in Oman.

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Destinations:  Middle East, Oman

Tags:  active travel, adventure, adventure tours, Al Bustan Palace, Al Hajar Mountains, Alila Jabal Akhdar, architecture, camel ride, desert hotel, desert safaris, Dhow, dune bashing, hiking, Jebel Akhdar, Jebel Shams, luxury beach resorts, luxury desert camps, luxury Oman tours, luxury spas, markets, Muscat, Muscat tours, Nizwa, Oman, Oman and Dubai tour, Oman tours, Omani architecture, perfume tours, perfumery, roses, Salalah, Six Senses Zighy Bay, souks, stargazing, Sultan Qaboos Mosque, The Chedi Muscat, via ferrata, Wahiba Sands, Zighy Bay

April 15, 2022

The Korea Furniture Museum in Seoul, South Korea

Located on a leafy hillside in Seoul, the Korea Furniture Museum is a highlight for travelers interested in traditional Korean design, architecture and lifestyle.

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Destinations:  Asia, Korea, South Korea

Tags:  architecture, architecture tours, Asian architecture, Asian design, design, hanok, interiors, Korea Furniture Museum, Korean architecture, Korean crafts, Korean design, museums, private Seoul tours, private South Korea tours, Seoul, Seoul tours, South Korea, South Korea tours, wooden furniture

April 6, 2022

Just Back: Cornwall & Devon in England

We just returned from a private tour of Cornwall and Devon, counties in southwest England that are known for their beautiful coastlines, windswept moors, magnificent gardens, superb cuisine and mild climate.

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Destinations:  England, Europe, UK

Tags:  ancestry tours, beaches, Bovey Castle, Caerhays Castle, castles, cooking classes, Cornwall, Cornwall tours, culinary tours, Dartmoor National Park, Devon, England, England tours, English garden tours, English Riviera, falconry, gardens, genealogy, gin, interiors, literary tours, Mayflower, Padstow, Plymouth, Plymouth Gin Distillery, Poldark, St. Ives, St. Ives tours, St. Michael's Mount, Torquay

March 25, 2022

Iconic Image: Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) in Jaipur, India

One of the most iconic landmarks in Jaipur, India, is the ornate Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Artisans of Leisure arranges for our travelers to admire the renowned exterior of the Hawa Mahal and can include a visit to the interior as a part of our private tours of the City Palace.

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Destinations:  Asia, India

Tags:  architecture tours, art and design tours, cultural India tours, design tours, Hawa Mahal, India tours, Jaipur, Jaipur insider tours, Jaipur tours, luxury India tours, Mughal architecture, Palace of Winds, private Jaipur tours, Rajasthan, Rajasthan tours, Rajasthani architecture, Rajput architecture

March 22, 2022

Must Visit: Iguazu Falls in Argentina & Brazil

Artisans of Leisure arranges private tours of Iguazu Falls, one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world. Located at the border of Argentina and Brazil, it’s a must-see for travelers in South America.

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Destinations:  Argentina, Brazil, South America

Tags:  active touring, Argentina, Argentina tours, artisan crafts, Awasi Iguazu, birding, birdwatching, boat rides, Brazil, Brazil tours, culinary travel, hiking, Hotel das Cateratas, Iguassu Falls, Iguazu Falls, jungle, kayaking, nature tours, private birding trips, private boat tours, soft adventure, UNESCO World Heritage Site, waterfalls

March 4, 2022

Our Favorite James Bond Filming Locations

Stunning international locations have been a hallmark of James Bond films since Dr. No initiated the franchise in 1962. In the years since, the stylish spy has pursued renegades and romance in an estimated 60 countries. Read about some of our favorite James Bond filming locations around the world.

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Tags:  Abu Simbel, adventure tours, Amanpuri, Bangkok, Bayt al-Suhaymi, Berner Oberland, Bosphorus, Cairo, Chateau Vaux-le-Vicomte, Cote d'Azur, Czech Republic, Eilean Donan Castle, England, film locations, France, Glen Coe, Hagia Sophia, Himeji Castle, Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Istanbul, Italy, James Bond, James Bond tours, Japan, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Karlovy Vary, Lake Como, London, London Thames boat ride, London tours, Mandarin Oriental, Mexico, Montenegro, movies, Phang Nga Bay, Piz Gloria, Prague, Pyramids of Giza, Scotland, Scottish Highlands, Strahov Library, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Taj Mahal, Thailand, The Ritz London, Tokyo, Turkey, Udaipur, Udaipur City Palace, Venice, Villa del Balbianello

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