Discover the Local Arts and Culture

Discover the Local Arts and Culture

If you're looking to connect more deeply with the culture and people of your destination, engaging in local artistic experiences is a fantastic option. Each journey presents an opportunity to learn and express your creativity while supporting local artists. Here are ten exciting artistic experiences to look forward to in 2026.

1. Join a Calligraphy Class in Tunisia

Tunisia is renowned for its unique Arabic calligraphy. During the nine-day Premium Tunisia tour, you'll step into the studio of a local calligraphy artist, where he practices this beautiful art form daily. You'll get to admire his professional tools, from exclusive ink made from silk fibers to sharp bamboo pens, before trying your hand at this art yourself.

2. Wool Souvenir Crafting in Finland

Experience an engaging workshop in Lapland, where you'll learn to create woolen items, starting from washing and carding the fiber to shaping it into beautiful pieces. Notably, you'll be using wool from the family sheep. And don’t forget to enjoy some freshly baked kampanisu pastries with a warm drink!

3. Fabric Weaving Techniques in Kyoto

Japan is home to many unique crafts. On the Premium Japan journey, you'll have the chance to participate in a kyo-yuzen fabric dyeing class, a technique that dates back to the Edo period. Here, you can unleash your creativity on over 3000 stencil designs to create your unique piece.

4. Ocean Waste Art in the Galapagos Islands

As part of the Galapagos Family Holiday adventure, you'll take part in a creative workshop with a local artist, transforming beach plastic debris into meaningful works of art. This experience will teach you to view waste not just as trash but as a source of inspiration for wonderful creations.

5. Tartan Weaving in Scotland

The Premium Scotland trip will take you to Radical Weavers in Stirling, where you can join a tartan weaving workshop. Here, you’ll gain insights into the tartan weaving patterns and their connection to Scottish identity, while crafting your own tartan piece.

6. Hanji Paper Making in South Korea

Hanji paper has been a part of Korean history for over 1000 years. Join the Essential South Korea tour to participate in a workshop at the Hanji Jeonju Museum, where you’ll learn traditional techniques for making hanji paper. This is a wonderful opportunity to delve into Korean culture through this unique material.

7. Cacao Shell Potpourri in Thailand

The Real Thailand & Laos trip, designed for young adults aged 18 to 35, will take you to Cocoa Valley, where you can learn to make potpourri from cacao shells. In this workshop, you'll be guided on how to repurpose what is often considered waste into useful products.

8. Silk Road Art Exploration in Uzbekistan

While traveling from Tajikistan to Uzbekistan on the Central Asia Explorer tour, you'll uncover the secrets of two precious crafts that were historically traded along the Silk Road. You'll visit an ikat weaving factory and learn about the production process from fiber to finished product.

9. Basket Weaving Art in Botswana

During the Botswana Family Safari Comfort trip, you'll visit the Shorobe Basket Co-operative, where you will join a local artist to learn about harvesting, dyeing, and weaving baskets. This experience is not only creative but also an opportunity to understand how this cooperative supports women in the community.

10. Meet Pottery Artisans in Kampong Chhnang, Cambodia

The Cambodia Real Food Adventure will take you to Kampong Chhnang, known for its rich pottery tradition. You’ll have the chance to meet local pottery artisans and enjoy a traditional lunch with a local family, experiencing the warmth and friendliness of Cambodian culture.

Don't miss out on these creative and cultural exploration opportunities in 2026!