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March 3, 2025

Unique Wildlife in the Galapagos Islands

Exploring the Galapagos Islands is a bucket-list experience for travelers who love nature and wildlife. Artisans of Leisure arranges luxury Galapagos tours and luxury cruises. A highlight is seeing unique wildlife during touring. Read more about the best wildlife to see on islands throughout the Galapagos.

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Destinations:  Ecuador, Galapagos, South America

Tags:  best wildlife Galapagos, birding, birding tours, birdwatching tours, Darwin, Ecuador, Ecuador tours, family travel, fauna, flamingo, flora, Galapagos cruises, Galapagos Islands, Galapagos tours, Galapagos wildlife, giant tortoise, land tours Galapagos, luxury Ecuador tours, luxury Galapagos cruises, luxury Galapagos tours, private Galapagos tours, sea lions, South America tours, tortoise, UNESCO World Heritage Site, wildlife, wildlife tour, wildlife tours

February 15, 2025

Favorite Travel Highlights in Beijing and Shanghai, China

Beijing and Shanghai are two must-visit cities that are included in most of our luxury China tours. Both cities offer incredible insight into China’s rich history and culture and allow travelers to experience China’s ancient traditions, modern innovation and wealth of iconic experiences. Learn more about some favorite travel experiences that we arrange in Beijing and Shanghai.

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Destinations:  Asia, China

Tags:  architecture, architecture tours, Beijing, Beijing luxury hotels, Beijing shopping, Beijing tours, best China tours, best hotels in China, China, China family tours, Chinese art, Chinese crafts, Chinese cuisine, Chinese gardens, Chinese history, Chinese landscapes, Chinese temples, contemporary art, food markets, food tours, Forbidden City, French Concession, Great Wall of China, historic teahouse, hutong, insider shopping, James Turrell, jazz, Jewish history Shanghai, luxury China tours, Peking duck, private China tours, Pudong, Shanghai, Shanghai luxury hotels, Shanghai Old Town, Shanghai shopping, Shanghai tours, Summer Palace, Suzhou, tea, tea tasting, temple cuisine China, Temple of Heaven, the Bund, UNESCO World Heritage Site, water towns

February 3, 2025

La Pedrera – Casa Mila in Barcelona

The iconic La Pedrera – Casa Mila in Barcelona, Spain, is a UNESCO-listed masterpiece designed by Antoni Gaudi and a highlight of the city’s incredible Modernista architecture. Artisans of Leisure tours include the best architecture highlights in Barcelona and elsewhere in Spain.

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Destinations:  Europe, Spain

Tags:  architecture tours, art and design tours, Art Nouveau, Barcelona, Barcelona architecture, Barcelona architecture tours, Barcelona design tours, Barcelona Gaudi, Barcelona tours, Casa Mila, Catalan Art Nouveau, Catalan Modernism, design tours, Gaudi, Gaudi buildings, La Pedrera, modern architecture, Modernisme, Modernist architecture, Modernista, private Barcelona tours, private Spain tours, Spain tours, UNESCO World Heritage Site

January 19, 2025

Shopping in the Souks of Marrakesh, Morocco

Artisans of Leisure arranges private shopping and cultural tours in Marrakesh. Exploring the city’s colorful souks is a quintessential part of visiting Marrakesh. The iconic souks showcase traditional Moroccan crafts and offer visitors a fascinating glimpse into the city’s daily life and cultural heritage.

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Destinations:  Africa, Morocco

Tags:  Berber, Berber carpets, exclusive Morocco, insider Morocco, luxury Morocco tours, Marrakech tours, Marrakesh, Marrakesh medina, Marrakesh shopping, Marrakesh shopping tours, Marrakesh souks, Marrakesh tours, medina, Moroccan crafts, Moroccan lanterns, Moroccan rugs, Moroccan souks, Moroccan tiles, Morocco, Morocco shopping tours, private Marrakesh tours, souks, tiles, zellige

January 6, 2025

Must Stay: Claridge’s, a Legendary Luxury Hotel in London

Claridge’s in London is one of Europe’s most renowned luxury hotels, an Art Deco masterpiece in the exclusive Mayfair neighborhood with a 200-year history.

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Destinations:  England, Europe, UK

Tags:  Art Deco, Art Deco architecture, best luxury hotels, British interiors, British tradition, Christmas at Claridge's, Christmas in London, Claridge's, Claridge's London, contemporary art, England, England tours, exclusive London tours, iconic hotels, insider London tours, interior design, London, London hotels, London shopping, London tours, London's best hotels, luxury England tours, luxury London tours, Maybourne, Maybourne hotels, Mayfair hotels, private London tours, UK tours, world's best hotels

December 20, 2024

Katsura Imperial Villa: Exquisite Japanese Garden & Architecture in Kyoto, Japan

Katsura Imperial Villa is one of the most renowned examples of traditional Japanese architecture and garden design in Japan. Artisans of Leisure arranges private Japan tours that feature Kyoto’s best gardens, including Katsura. 

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Destinations:  Asia, Japan

Tags:  architecture tours, imperial gardens, Japan, Japan architecture tours, Japan design tours, Japan garden tours, Japanese architecture, Japanese art and design, Japanese culture, Japanese gardens, Katsura, Katsura garden, Katsura Imperial Villa, Katsura Rikyu Imperial Villa, Kyoto, Kyoto garden tours, Kyoto gardens, Kyoto tours, landscape architecture, luxury Japan tours, private Japan tours, private Kyoto tours, tea, tea villas, wabi sabi

December 4, 2024

Private Tours for Music Lovers: Favorite Travel Experiences in Europe

For music lovers traveling to Europe, Artisans of Leisure can customize private tours that incorporate a wide range of unforgettable music experiences. 

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Destinations:  Europe

Tags:  Classical music, classical music tours, composers, Europe music tours, famous concert halls, famous opera houses, Montreux Jazz Festival, music, music lover, music tours, music tours Central Europe, opera, Ravello Festival, Salzburg, Salzburg Festival, Silent Night Chapel, Vienna Boys Choir, Vienna Philharmonic

November 27, 2024

Highlights of Granada in Andalusia, Spain

Granada is an incredible destination in Spain that’s best known for its stunning Moorish architecture, rich history, fascinating multicultural heritage and traditional crafts. Artisans of Leisure arranges private tours of Granada and other destinations in Andalusia.

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Destinations:  Europe, Spain

Tags:  Alhambra, Andalusia, Andalusia tours, Andalusian crafts, ceremony, crafts, crafts tours Spain, design tours, Fajalauza ceramics, gardens, Generalife, Granada, Granada tours, inlaid, inlay, Jewish history, luxury Spain tours, marquetry, Moorish architecture, Moorish design, Moorish gardens, Moorish Spain, private Spain tours, southern Spain, Spain garden tours, Spain gardens, Spain tours, Spanish crafts, The Alhambra

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