August 26, 2020

Touring the Highlights of Jordan

Read about our favorite destinations in Jordan. Beyond spectacular Petra—a must-see—are ancient Roman ruins, evocative Crusader castles, sublime desert landscapes, fascinating religious sites, and luxurious resorts on the Red Sea and the Dead Sea.

Destinations: Jordan, Middle East

Tags: adventure tours, Amman, Aqaba, culinary tours, Dana Biosphere Reserve, Dead Sea, desert safari, hiking, Jerash, Jordan, Jordan culinary tours, Jordan tours, Kerak, King's Highway, Little Petra, luxury desert camps, luxury Jordan tours, Madaba, Middle East tours, mosaics, Petra, Petra tours, ruins, souks, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wadi Rum

August 19, 2020

The Best of Colombia: Bogota, Medellin, the Coffee Triangle, Cartagena & More

Read about the highlights of our latest trip through Colombia, including Bogota, Medellin, the Coffee Triangle, Cartagena and more.

Destinations: Colombia, Latin America

Tags: Artisans of Leisure, Bogota, Cartagena, Cartagena tours, Cocora Valley, coffee, coffee plantation, coffee tours, Coffee Triangle, Colombia, Colombia culinary tours, Colombia tours, culinary tours, hiking, Medellin, private Colombia tours, Tayrona National Park

August 14, 2020

Private Literary Tours of England

England is an incredible destination for literature lovers, full of landmark literary sites that bring to life favorite authors and characters. Read about some of our favorite literary destinations throughout the country that we can incorporate into any private Artisans of Leisure tour of England.

Destinations: England, Europe, UK

Tags: Artisans of Leisure, Bath, Beatrix Potter, Cornwall, England, English country houses, English gardens, English heritage homes, Four Seasons Hampshire, Hampshire, Harry Potter film studios, Harry Potter tours, Highclere Castle, Jane Austen, Kent, Lake District, literary tours, London, luxury England tours, Oxford, private England tours, private London tours, Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon, Surrey, Wordsworth, Yorkshire

July 15, 2020

A Visit to the Franciscan Church & Monastery in Dubrovnik, Croatia

One of our favorite historic places for a private tour in Dubrovnik, Croatia, is the Franciscan Church and Monastery, a 14th-century complex that’s a microcosm of the city’s cultural and artistic heritage. The still-active monastery has a celebrated Romanesque cloister, an impressive library and one of the world’s oldest continuously operating pharmacies.

Destinations: Croatia, Europe

Tags: architecture tours, Artisans of Leisure, Croatia tours, Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik tours, historic architecture, luxury Croatia tours, museum tours, Old Pharmacy Museum, private Dubrovnik tours, traditional medicine, UNESCO World Heritage Site

July 9, 2020

Culture, Food, Nature & Luxury in Laos

Enchanting Luang Prabang on the banks of the Mekong River in Laos is one of our favorite towns in Southeast Asia for deeply traditional culture, well-preserved historic architecture, gilded Buddhist temples and flavorful cuisine.

Destinations: Asia, Laos, Southeast Asia

Tags: Artisans of Leisure, Asia tours, Asian food, Buddhism, buddhist temples, cooking classes, crafts, culinary tours, food, hiking, Laos, Laos tours, Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang tours, luxury Laos tours, luxury Southeast Asia tours, Mekong River, private Luang Prabang tours, Southeast Asia, Southeast Asia tours, textiles, UNESCO World Heritage Site

July 8, 2020

Artisans of Leisure Voted One of the World’s Best Tour Operators in Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2020

Artisans of Leisure has again been voted one of the Top 10 Tour Operators in the world in the 2020 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards!

July 7, 2020

Beekeeping: Visit a Renowned Apiary in Slovenia

Beekeeping is an important part of Slovenian cultural heritage and national identity, and a private visit to an apiary is a great way to experience traditional rural life in Slovenia.

Destinations: Europe, Slovenia

Tags: activities, apiculture, Artisans of Leisure, beekeeping, bees, culinary tours, exclusive, folk art, food and wine tours, holistic therapies, honey, luxury Slovenia tours, private Slovenia tours, Slovenia, Slovenia tours, Slovenian beekeeping, tours

July 7, 2020

Must Visit: Municipal House Cafe in Prague

The Municipal House is one of Prague’s most beautiful historic buildings and a must for anyone who loves architecture and interiors. A coffee and cake break at the cafe is a must when in Prague.

Destinations: Czech Republic, Europe

Tags: architecture, Art Nouveau, Artisans of Leisure, cafe, cake, cuisine, Czech Republic, Czech Republic tours, design, food, interiors, Municipal House, Prague, Prague tours, restaurants