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Angkor Wat in Cambodia is a spectacular temple that should be on every cultural traveler’s must-see list. However, many travelers don’t realize that Angkor Wat is just one part of the vast ruins of the ancient Khmer civilization. Covering 77 square miles of the jungle and plains around the town of Siem Reap, the Angkor […]
Cappadocia is one of the most unusual and atmospheric destinations in Turkey. A rural region in Central Anatolia, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient underground cities, fresco-filled cave churches and fantastical rock formations. In addition to excellent cultural touring, Cappadocia’s dramatic landscapes and sunny climate make it one of the best places in […]
Artisans of Leisure founder and CEO Ashley Isaacs Ganz recently returned from touring Jerusalem and Tel Aviv in Israel. Read about the highlights of her trip, including Jewish and Christian touring, incredible cuisine, and fascinating historical sites.
Destinations: Israel, Middle East
Tags: Ayalon Institute, Bauhaus, Christian tours, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, culinary tours, Dead Sea Scrolls, Design Museum Holon, Eretz Israel Museum, Israel tours, Israeli cuisine, Jerusalem, Jerusalem tours, Jewish history, Jewish touring, Jewish tours, luxury Israel tours, Mahane Yehuda Market, Mount of Olives, Old Jaffa, Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv tours, Western Wall
Highlights from our recent luxury safari tour of Kenya and Tanzania, including the incredible wildlife and spectacular landscapes of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Maasai Mara, Kilimanjaro and more.
Destinations: Africa, Kenya, Tanzania
Tags: Africa, Africa luxury safaris, Amboseli National Park, Big Five, Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp, East Africa luxury tours, Gibb’s Farm, Kenya, Kenya tours, luxury Kenya tours, luxury safari lodges, luxury safaris, Maasai Marai safari, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Crater, Samburu National Reserve, Saruni Samburu, Serengeti National Park, Singita, Singita Faru Faru Lodge, Singita Sabora Tented Camp, Singita Sasakwa Lodge, Tanzania, Tanzania tours, Tarangire National Park
Jordan has far more attractions than its modest size suggests. The most famous is undoubtedly the stunning archaeological site of Petra. Other must-sees include the Greco-Roman ruins of Jerash and Umm Qais; the beautiful natural landscapes of the Dead Sea, Wadi Rum and Dana Nature Reserve; Crusader castles; ancient mosaics; and Amman, Jordan’s sophisticated capital. […]
Destinations: Jordan, Middle East
Tags: hotels, luxury travel, Petra, private tours, ruins
We recently returned to the Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire, a luxury resort in the beautiful English countryside just 35 minutes from Heathrow Airport.
Destinations: England, Europe, UK
Tags: Ascot, Britain, castles, Downton Abbey, family travel, family vacations, Four Seasons Hampshire, gardens, Great Kitchen, Hampshire, Harry Potter, Highclere Castle, kids, Legoland, London, luxury England tours, luxury hotels, resorts, theme parks, UK, Windsor Castle
Comprising four provinces in northern Spain and three provinces in southern France, the Basque Country packs a lot into an area about the size of New Jersey. The region has its own language and a rich cultural heritage that make it a surprising change from the flamenco-tinged pueblos of Andalusia and the big-city bustle of […]
Destinations: Europe, France, Spain
Tags: architecture, art, Basque, Basque Country, beach, Biarritz, Bilbao, cuisine, culinary, culinary experiences, culinary tours, dining, food, France tours, Guggenheim Museum, kids, luxury tours, luxury travel, markets, Michelin restaurants, museums, Pays Basque, private, private dining societies, restaurants, San Sebastian, sightseeing, Spain tours, spas, tours, travel, UNESCO, villages, wine, wine country
Seoul is a fascinating city that has too often been overlooked by visitors to Asia. Well-known among business travelers, the capital of South Korea is at last gaining popularity among cultural travelers. Our private South Korea tours feature Seoul as the gateway to the country and as an introduction to Korean history, culture and cuisine. […]
Destinations: Asia, Korea, South Korea
Tags: architecture, art, Buddhist, crafts, cuisine, cultural tours, food, luxury travel, markets, palaces, private, Seoul, shopping, tea, temple stay, temples, tours, travel, UNESCO
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