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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.net.
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.
This
month's tour hosts review:
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Lunenburg Seaside Craft School
Pick of
the Month |
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Location:
Nova
Scotia, Canada |
| Specialty:
Workshops
for traditional arts and crafts |
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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. |
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Article:
Lunenburg Seaside Craft School |
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ArtBreak |
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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. |
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Article:
Prague + Art = Learning Bliss |
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Jan Yatsko |
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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. |
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Article:
Travel Journals |
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Fiddlers Retreat |
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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. |
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Article:
An Irish Education |
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Aloha Music Camp |
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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. |
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Article:
“Nana I Ke Kumu” – Look to the Source on Moloka‘i |
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True North |
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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. |
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Article:
Learning Vacations That Make A Difference In The
World And In You |
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