February 2, 2016

The Best of Dubai & Abu Dhabi

Dubai and Abu Dhabi are great as stand-alone destinations or as stopovers en route to farther-flung destinations. Our private UAE tours feature the best of each emirate.

Destinations: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, UAE

Tags: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi tours, Al Maha Resort, Arabian Desert, Burj al Arab, Burj Khalifa, desert tours, Dubai, Dubai tours, Emirates Palace, Emirates tours, family travel, Ferrari World, gold souk, Jumeirah Mosque, Masdar City, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, shopping, skyscrapers, souks, Spice Souk, wildlife

February 1, 2016

Luxury Tours in Puglia & Matera: Food, History, Luxury & Crafts

Italy’s southern region of Puglia is a wonderful destination known for its historic whitewashed villages, coastline with crystal-clear water, fantastic cuisine and beautiful traditional crafts. Artisans of Leisure arranges private luxury tours that feature the best of Puglia.

Destinations: Europe, Italy

Tags: Borgo Egnazia, ceramics, cooking class, crafts, culinary tours, family travel, food and wine tours, Italy culinary tours, Italy family tours, Italy tours, Lecce tours, luxury Italy tours, olive oil, Puglia, Puglia tours, resorts, ruins, wine tours

January 22, 2016

Amanemu: Luxury Hot Springs Resort on the Scenic Coast of Rural Japan

Travelers interested in Japanese history, religion and culture—all surrounded by beautiful rural landscapes—should consider a stay at the new Amanemu. A luxurious hot springs resort, Amanemu is set on hills above the forested islands and oyster farms of Ago Bay in central Honshu, Japan. The resort’s large spa focuses on the traditional Japanese onsen (hot […]

Destinations: Asia, Japan

Tags: Aman resorts, Amanemu, hot springs, Japan, Japan tours, luxury hotels, nature, religion

January 11, 2016

Where Do You Want to Go This Year?

The start of the New Year is a great time to finalize travel plans for the next 12 months. Plan Something Wonderful… Here are some of our favorite tours for the coming year: • Luxuries of Switzerland & Italy • Classic Argentina • Highlights of India • Best of Vietnam & Cambodia • Highlights of Spain & Portugal • Classic South […]

Tags: 2016, luxury tours, luxury travel

January 6, 2016

Iconic Image: Moai of Easter Island

The moai of Easter Island (a territory of Chile also known as Isla de Pascua or Rapa Nui) are some of the most enigmatic statues in the world. These enormous monolithic figures were sculpted over five centuries ago by the Rapa Nui people. There have been many hypotheses regarding their creation and symbolism, lending an […]

Destinations: Chile, South America

Tags: Chile, Easter Island, luxury lodges, luxury tours, Moai, Rapa Nui, South America tours

December 31, 2015

Delicious and Hearty Winter Food in Central Europe

Woodsy foraged mushrooms, roast goose with dumplings (above), foie gras, grilled sausages, braised cabbage, dill, sour cream, paprika—these are some of the things that make Central Europe such a satisfying place to eat, particularly over the winter months. Though not always thought of as leading food and drink destinations, cities such as Budapest, Prague, Krakow […]

Destinations: Central Europe, Czech Republic, Europe, Hungary, Poland

Tags: Budapest, cafes, Central Europe, culinary travel, food, Krakow, Prague, restaurants, Warsaw, winter, winter food

December 28, 2015

Must Stay: Chateau la Cheneviere in Normandy

Many of our private France tours include a stay at Chateau la Cheneviere, a wonderful luxury hotel in the heart of Normandy. Situated in a beautifully restored 18th-century chateau surrounded by expansive grounds, the hotel makes a perfect base for exploring the region, including highlights such as the D-Day beaches, Mont-Saint-Michel, the Bayeux Tapestry, the […]

Destinations: Europe, France

Tags: Chateau La Cheneviere, chateaux, D-Day, food, France, France tours, gardens, hotels, luxury hotels, Normandy, Normandy tours, UNESCO