Web Directory

» Academic Arrangements Abroad
   A tour operator offering art, history, and natural history tours in conjunction with sponsoring institutions such as museums, alumni organizations, and other non-profit organizations.
   http://www.arrangementsabroad.com/

» AegeanScapes
   Painting, Raku pottery, icon painting and creative intuition. Weeklong courses in the Greek islands for all levels and media. Tuition, accommodation.
   http://www.aegeanscapes.com/

» Alaska Center for Creative Renewal
   Scheduled programs include painting, sculpture, yoga, music and writing workshops, a labyrinth and a women's retreat. Halibut Cove, Alaska, United States.
   http://centerforcreativerenewal.com/

» Aroma Tours
   Journeys that explore the world of aromatherapy. Destinations include Drome, Provence and Dordogne in southern France, Turkey, tropical Bali and Australia.
   http://www.aroma-tours.com/

» Art Adventures International
   Providing art tours, architecture travel, adventure artists for history tours to France, Italy, Spain and England.
   http://www.artadventures.net/

» Art Excursions
   Provides tours of art and architecture in Chicago and multi-day excursions to U.S. cities led by art historians and university professors.
   http://www.artexcursions.com

» Art History Alive
   Week-long travel opportunities for in-depth studies and art appreciation. Details about the tours, rates, tour organization, and contact information.
   http://www.arthistoryalive.com/

» Art Museums and Restaurants in Amsterdam
   Jake Biddington tours fine art museums and restaurants in Amsterdam.
   http://www.biddingtons.com/content/bentleyamsterdam.html

» Art Tours
   Guided tour itineraries for Paris, Rome, and Venice tours to art museums, galleries and exhibits. Tours led by University Art professors for educational and informative insights.
   http://www.uet.com/

» Art in Argentina with Benim Viajes
   Excursions to art galleries and auctions in Buenos Aires. [In English, part of a bilingual site]
   http://www.benimviajes.com.ar/eng/arte/arteindex.htm

» ArtExpress
   A newsletter for the discriminating art lover focusing on art shows, travel, dining and hotels.
   http://www.artexpresstravel.com

» Artcourses Directory
   Directory of arts and crafts classes, workshops and painting holidays in Britain and Europe. Find a course and provides contact details.
   http://www.artcourses.co.uk/

» Artful Travelers
   Creates and produces art, culture, entertainment and travel experiences. Based in Washington, United States.
   http://artfultravelers.com

» Artists Afoot
   Art with some tours including geology and archaeology. Worldwide locations, specializing in the United Kingdom, Turkey and Morocco. Based in the United Kingdom.
   http://www.j.eyers.btinternet.co.uk/

» Carew Travel Consultants - One-of-a-Kind Tours
   Creates programs for cultural organizations, including museums, garden groups and theater organizations. Contains current itineraries and contact information. Based in Westport, Connecticut, United States.
   http://www.carewtravel.com/

» Concertina
   Specialist company which is dedicated to arranging concerts for amateur performing groups world-wide. Site gives an overview of the services and venues which they can offer.
   http://www.concertorganisers.com/

» Creative Tourism New Zealand
   A variety of hands-on creative workshops that reflect the diverse culture of the country. List of workshops and tutors and a map of the locations.
   http://www.creativetourism.co.nz/

» Discovery Art Travel
   Hands-on art/cultural experiences around the globe, featuring ceramic art. Typical destinations - Thailand, Turkey, Italy, Mexico. Guided by Denys James, based in British Columbia, Canada.
   http://www.denysjames.com

» Encore Tours
   Creates a customized performance tour for a choir, band, dance troupe or orchestra.
   http://www.encoretours.com/

» Going Places of Pleasantville
   Tour operator specializing in customizing arts, choral and performance group tours worldwide. Company is based in Pleasantville, New York, United States.
   http://www.goingplacestours.net/

» Holiday Art Tour
   Outdoor painting, clay modeling, puppet making for beginners and advanced artists. Based in India.
   http://www.art-holiday.com

» Horizons To Go - Artistic Travel
   Trips are limited to 14 people or less, with individual workshops at a maximum of 5 people. All programs encompass special excursions. Worldwide destinations.
   http://www.horizons-art.com/

» Indian Romance
   Provides painting and textile group tours to India and Kenya. Company located in the United Kingdom.
   http://www.indianromance.co.uk/

» Landscapes Travel
   Tour operator and private guide services covering South West England. General history and cultural tours, special interests such as archaeology and prehistory.
   http://www.landscapestravel.co.uk/

» London Arts Discovery
   Creates itineraries for supporters of theatre organisations. Cultural tours to major cities in the UK and Europe.
   http://www.ladt.co.uk/

» M&M Art Travel Ltd.
   Tours with lectures on Russian art, music and history. Visit museums, private galleries and buy art. Special trips for ballet and art students together with master classes and summer schools.
   http://www.mmarttravel.com/

» Martin Randall Travel
   Cultural tours for small groups with expert lecturers themed on art, architecture, archaeology, gastronomy, history and music.
   http://www.martinrandall.com/

» Painting Holiday Directory
   A searchable list of painting courses and art holidays in Great Britain, Europe, Africa, Asia and America. Full access to all features requires the printed book.
   http://www.paintingholidaydirectory.com/

» Painting Holidays in Dubrovnik
   Provides tours of the area, together with instruction in painting and paper making. Accommodation and board, based in Croatia.
   http://www.artsholidays.com

» Painting in Umbria
   Offers week-long painting holidays including teaching, board and meals, with excursions to sites of Renaissance art.
   http://www.paintinginitaly.com/

» Puppentour
   Tours of doll and toy museums and factories in France, Switzerland and Germany. For small groups of collectors, hobbyists, researchers, and conservators.
   http://www.puppentour.com

» Quilting Around Tours
   Trips to exciting and new places with quilting workshops during travels. Itineraries, group information, and quilt tour details.
   http://quiltingaroundtours.20m.com

» Saber's Tour to Japan
   Advice in setting up sightseeing, shopping and cultural tours to Japan which are of special interest to anyone interested in sewing, quilting, art, gardens and architecture. Based in Seattle, Washington, United States.
   http://www.saberdesigns.cc/Japan.html

» Special Educational Tour Programs to Europe
   University Educational Travel offers professor led small group itineraries to Europe and the Middle East.
   http://www.uet.com/europe.html

» Specialtours
   International art tours arranged exclusively for museum groups and other cultural societies. Based in London, United Kingdom.
   http://www.specialtours.co.uk/

» Textile Workshops in the Caribbean
   Activities include the crafts of spinning, dyeing, weaving and felting on the island of Carriacou. Accommodation and tours are provided.
   http://www.wool-n-boat.co.uk/

» The American School of Japanese Arts
   Studies in both Japan and California. Traditional Japanese arts, including brushwork, the tea ceremony, comic theater and body movement.
   http://www.sonic.net/~japanart/

» The Art of Travel with a Sketchbook in Hand
   Ten day sketching workshops in France, Spain and Mexico. No art background necessary. Destination and accommodation details.
   http://www.artraveljournals.com/

» Time Out at the Paris American Academy
   A two week intensive study tour for Australian art, fashion, design and drama teachers interested in European art, design and culture. Scheduled for January 200
   http://www.ianmcarthur.net/time_out/about_timeout.html

» Travel Adventures Into Art
   Designs and facilitates tours of art, architecture and ruins for groups and individuals to New Mexico, and Oaxaca, Mexico. Based in Sausalito, California, United States.
   http://home.mindspring.com/~taia1

» Travel Plans International
   Group and individual custom designed tours in arts, history and archaeology. Also plans ecology, culture and anthropology trips.
   http://travelplansintl.com/

» Traveler's Mind
   Features tours where Martha Gies teaches a writing workshop in Veracruz and Tlacotalpan, Mexico.
   http://www.veracruzworkshops.com/

» Uncommon Journeys, LLC
   Tours customized to provide cultural insight with a strong emphasis on exotic travel photography. Locations include Burma, Ethiopia, Bolivia and Guatemala.
   http://www.uncommonjourneys.biz/