March 1, 2021

Yosegi: A Traditional Craft in Hakone, Japan

Yosegi-zaiku is a form of traditional wood marquetry from Hakone, a mountainous region near Mount Fuji, Japan. Artisans of Leisure arranges unique experiences of traditional crafts throughout Japan.

Destinations: Asia, Japan

Tags: artisans, Asia, geta slippers, Hakone, Hakone tours, inlaid, insider Japan, Japan crafts tours, Japan tours, Japanese artisans, Japanese crafts, Japanese culture, Japanese servingware, mingei, traditions of Japan, trick boxes, wood, wood marquetry, woodwork, yosegi, yosegi boxes

February 23, 2021

Amazing Roman Ruins in Jerash, Jordan

Jerash is among the best-preserved ancient Roman cities in the Middle East and a cultural highlight of a private Jordan tour.

Destinations: Jordan, Middle East

Tags: Amman, Amman tours, ancient ruins, archaeology, Byzantine mosaics, day tours, history, Jerash, Jerash tours, Jordan tours, Middle East tours, Roman ruins, ruins

February 18, 2021

Dragsholm Slot, a Luxury Escape in the Danish Countryside

Dragsholm Slot, a luxury castle hotel in Denmark, is a beautiful Relais & Chateaux hotel and the perfect destination for relaxing in a rural setting.

Destinations: Denmark, Europe, Scandinavia

Tags: castle hotels, Copenhagen, Copenhagen tours, countryside, cuisine, Danish, Denmark tours, Dragsholm Slot, foodie, luxury hotels, Relais & Chateaux, Scandinavia, Scandinavia tours, seaside, Viking, wine

February 17, 2021

Visiting a Rose Plantation in Ecuador

Ecuador is renowned for growing the world’s best roses. Artisans of Leisure arranges private tours of rose plantations and haciendas in the spectacular highlands of the Andes Mountains.

Destinations: Ecuador, South America

Tags: Andes mountains, Cayambe, Ecuador, flowers, luxury haciendas, Otavalo, Pichincha, Quito, rose plantation, roses

February 16, 2021

Waiheke Island: A Great Day Trip from Auckland, New Zealand

Waiheke Island, a celebrated food and wine destination in New Zealand, is a great day trip from Auckland. Artisans of Leisure arranges private New Zealand tours.

Destinations: New Zealand, South Pacific

Tags: Auckland, Auckland day tours, luxury New Zealand tours, nature, New Zealand culinary tours, New Zealand tours, New Zealand wine tours, vineyards, Waiheke Island, Waiheke Island tours, wine tours

February 10, 2021

Iconic Image: The Taj Mahal

The iconic Taj Mahal is a must-visit for travelers in India. Artisans of Leisure arranges private tours of the Taj Mahal and other sites in Agra.

Destinations: Asia, India

Tags: Agra, architecture, cultural India tours, India, India tours, insider shopping, luxury India tours, marble inlay, Mughal architecture, Oberoi Amarvilas, shopping, Taj Mahal

February 10, 2021

Wildlife Touring in Sri Lanka

Seeing native wildlife such as elephants, monkeys and leopards is a treat for many visitors to beautiful Sri Lanka.

Destinations: Asia, Sri Lanka

Tags: Asia tours, birdwatching, elephants, family travel, luxury safaris, national parks, safari, Sri Lanka tours, wildlife, wildlife tours, Yala

January 28, 2021

Walking the Walls of Dubrovnik in Croatia

Dubrovnik, Croatia, is one of the most picturesque cities in Europe. We love walking the perimeter of the Old Town on top of the famously well-preserved medieval walls. The leisurely two-hour stroll offers fantastic, 360-degree views of the city’s red-tile roofs and white limestone streets, as well as the azure waters of the Adriatic Sea below.

Destinations: Croatia, Europe

Tags: active travel, Adriatic Sea, amazing view, architecture, Croatia tours, Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik tours, Dubrovnik walls, Europe tours, medieval architecture, medieval history, Old Town Dubrovnik, UNESCO World Heritage Site, walking tours