Tour Hosts Review

Learning From The Source

by Sheri Leigh

It always amazes me how cultural travel opportunities are offered by a wide and wonderful group of Tour Hosts.

No matter what you are looking for, whether it is Hawaiian, Greek or Irish history and culture, hands-on arts and crafts, or studying the famous works of art throughout the world, there is someone who does just that. Best of all, you can find them on CulturalTravels.com.

This month we feature educational trips and boy, you’ll find a great selection of articles on a dozen great places to visit and travel opportunities that will met everyone interest. From the eastern edges of North America, beautiful Prague, Costa Rica and more.

So sit back and enjoy the wide world of learning adventure.

Name: Lunenburg Seaside Craft School - Tour Host Pick of the Month
Location: Nova Scotia, Canada
Specialty: Workshops for traditional arts and crafts
Why We Like Them: By offering workshops in such traditional crafts as: Quilting, Rug Hooking, Clay work, Painting and Basketry, just to name a few, the student is transported back to a simpler time. The week-long programs are geared for the experienced craftsman while the weekend .classes are designed to introduce new skills to the beginner. Located in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Lunenburg, the Lunenburg Seaside Craft School is this month’s Pick.
Article: Lunenburg Seaside Craft School

Name: ArtBreak
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Specialty: Cultural immersion for all the senses
Why We Like Them: If you've ever wanted to paint or sculpt or just want to explore Prague and mingle with the local artists that are making Prague special today, ArtBreak can accommodate your goals. The schedule includes performing arts as varied as ballet to jazz, and gallery visits and lectures to inspire.
Article: Prague + Art = Learning Bliss

Name: Jan Yatsko
Location: Costa Rica
Specialty: Art journal workshops
Why We Like Them: For the past eight years Jan has lived in Costa Rica and explored her adopted country in-depth. She makes the most of her artistic and educational background by showing her students her private Costa Rica. Meet the locals; animal, botanic and human alike. Even if you think you can journal, Jan's ability to stimulate your creative side, assures even the novice artist comes back with their own work of art.
Article: Travel Journals

Name: Fiddlers Retreat
Location: Ireland
Specialty: Traditional Irish music and culture
Why We Like Them: Teresa Bourke has spent years traveling the world with her fiddle and now she invites travelers into her world of traditional Irish food, fun and of course -  fiddles. Based in Tipperary, Teresa offers week-long courses where you explore the neighborhood from the comfort of Teresa's home. Learn local favorites in the kitchen and meet new friends at the pub.
Article: An Irish Education

Name: Aloha Music Camp
Location: Hawaii           
Specialty: Music and traditional culture camp
Why We Like Them: During a week long retreat on the island of Molokai you'll enjoy the warmth of the locals and learn to hula, play a ukulele or just enjoy the stories that have passed through the family Beemer for generations. Sleeping on the beach giving you second thoughts? No worries, the housing for this camp is the Kaupoa Beach Village. With 3 healthy meals per day, daily workshops, lessons and special events the whole family can enjoy a unique Hawaiian holiday.
Article: “Nana I Ke Kumu” – Look to the Source on Moloka‘i

Name: True North
Location: Greece; Paros, Pelion, Crete and Athens
Specialty: Custom designed cultural programs for individuals and groups
Why We Like Them: With each tour based on a specific theme such as tradition, archaeology, culinary or history, True North can customize a trip with one or more of these areas depending on your interest. All trips include a strong culinary component as learning how others eat, is a window into their culture. Different islands offer varied itineraries while Paros for example offers all.
Article: Learning Vacations That Make A Difference In The World And In You