Egypt & Jordan: A Cultural Family Vacation

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Having traveled extensively across the globe, we believe there’s no better compliment to Egypt than Jordan. Both remarkable destinations in their own right, uncover their splendour on this exhilarating twelve-night family adventure. From the last standing Wonder of the Ancient World to the lowest point on Earth, together you’ll unearth ancient secrets, learn age old traditions and explore captivating landscapes. In Egypt, witness Giza’s jaw dropping pyramids, learn the art of hieroglyphic writing and dine with views over the mighty Nile. In Jordan, journey across the red sands of the Wadi Rum desert, visit the majestic city of Petra by candlelight and float upon the salty waters of the Dead Sea. Filled right to the brim with hand-selected fun and fascinating educational encounters, this is one family trip you’ll never forget.

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A first edition experience of the life of James Joyce with WSJ+

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We’re working with WSJ+ to create entirely customizable and private trips for you, their members. Our Travel Experts are here to make your trip entirely your own. Private, customizable, and totally flexible. This is what we do. This month, we’re introducing a new highlight experience in Ireland and pairing it with a suggested itinerary that you can embark on today. Take it ‘as is’ or customize it to your heart’s content.


Take a literary deep dive into the life and work of James Joyce on this exclusive experience through the streets of Dublin. Alongside an expert literary guide, you’ll explore the politics, arts and culture that informed Joyce’s work before joining the Director of the Museum of Literature of Ireland on a ‘white glove’ tour of rare archival materials, including a priceless first-ever copy of Ulysses. Elsewhere in Ireland, you’ll have a week to experience the best the Emerald Isle has to offer, from a bespoke food tour of culinary Kenmare to outdoor pursuits in County Clare.

To add extra magic to your time away, WSJ+ members will enjoy a complimentary private whiskey tasting at the Jameson Distillery in Dublin. Sampling exclusive blends not available anywhere else, you’ll have unparalleled access into the world of Irish whiskey.

Exclusive to WSJ+ members

This trip has been designed exclusively for WSJ+ members, drawing on our travel experts’ in-depth knowledge of Ireland. The experience, however, is yours and yours alone, with all of our trips private and customizable. What you’ll find below, therefore, is simply a suggestion. Our Travel Experts will work with you to devise an itinerary based on your inquiry, budget, group size, and desires. Typically, this will include everything from the experiences you do (and the guides that will take you there) to the hotels you’ll bed down in and the trains, planes and automobiles that will take you in between. We can also help with international flights, if you like.

WSJ+ members will receive:

  • Immersive experiences tailored to your interests. This could include anything from culinary masterclasses to kayaking the River Liffey.
  • Exclusive benefits to elevate your experience, including a complimentary private whiskey tasting at the Jameson Distillery.
  • Stays in Ireland’s most luxurious hotels.
  • Access to expert guides throughout.
  • Up-to-date COVID travel advice – including arrangements for any required PCR or antigen testing whilst traveling.
  • Unrivalled expertise in planning your trip to Ireland.

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Wyoming: A Family Adventure in Yellowstone & Grand Teton

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River rafting, hiking and horseback exploration through the heart of the Wild West

Step back in time and experience true American history in Wyoming. Home to Yellowstone and the rugged mountains of Grand Teton National Park, the impressive canyons and stark forests set the scene for a thrilling six-night getaway. From towering moose and grizzly bears to geysers rocketing rushes of steam into the sky, discover these wild lands on a luxury family vacation through the heart of America as you raft down raging rivers, ride horses through the valleys and kayak along empty lakes. Our expert guides’ wealth of knowledge on the flora, fauna and history of this remarkable wilderness brings an unparalleled depth to these iconic landscapes.

Technicolor springs, bear tracks and lakeside kayaking in Yellowstone

Welcome to Wyoming – where plains of raw, untouched wilderness merges into the jaw-dropping Rocky Mountains. Your journey begins in Jackson Hole, cruising along the highway for two and a half hours to Under Canvas Yellowstone for three nights. Minutes away from the world’s tallest geysers and picturesque lakes, you’ll be glamping in unrivalled seclusion within charming tented suites, beneath the star-spangled skies.

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Georgia & Armenia: A Cultural Getaway through the Caucasus

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Spectacularly set within the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Georgia and Armenia are two intensely dynamic destinations, teeming with intriguing architecture, centuries of heritage and breathtaking backdrops. Our nine-night trip will transport you as far back as the fourth-century, weaving through hidden streets and up to hilltop monasteries with a historian, experiencing traditional cooking masterclass with local chefs and discovering the ancient winemaking techniques in Kakheti. Have your cameras ready – you’re in for one jaw-dropping journey.

Fortresses, churches and heritage in Tbilisi

Touch down in Tbilisi, Georgia’s enchanting capital and relax as we take care of the rest, whisking you across to Stamba Hotel, your home for the next three nights. Your adventure begins the following morning, with our expert guide acquainting you with Tbilisi during a private walking tour. Hear the stories of the Old Town and Sololaki district, see the ancient churches of Metekhi, Sioni and Anchiskhati and see the Narikala Fortress dominating the Tbilisi’s skyline. Appetite ready, we’ll pause for lunch at our favorite courtyard restaurant, charmingly set behind a 19th century Georgian writer’s house. Khachapuri devoured, you’ll continue onto the bustling Dry Bridge before an evening experiencing more of Georgia’s delicious gastronomy.

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Jerusalem & Tel Aviv: A Cultural Week in Israel

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Israel is a feast for the mind and senses. Fulfilling all curiosities, this destination is teeming with rich culture, natural beauty and complex history. Bringing together Jerusalem’s ancient walls and luring markets with the golden beaches and pulsating entrepreneurial rhythm of Tel Aviv, delve into the stories that have shaped the Holy land on a compelling six-night journey through Israel’s past and present. Gain local insight with a visit to local communities, expert insight as you tour the Israel Museum with a Docent and historical insight with visits to old munitions factories and Holocaust memorials. Accompanied by some of the best guides in the business, you’ll leave no stone unturned in this culture-packed week in the Middle East.

WELCOME TO THE OLD CITY

Your Israeli narrative begins in Jerusalem. Landing at Ben Gurion Airport, you’ll be whisked off by private transfer to the luxury Mamilla Hotel where for three nights you’ll be perfectly based in the heart of the historic center. Relax and soak up the atmosphere from the comfort of Mamilla’s sun-trap rooftop lounge and witness the sweeping vistas over the Old City with a glass of wine in hand. Over the next two days, you’ll be diving deep into the hidden realms of ancient Israel. Start off uncovering the city’s sacred Jewish, Christian and Muslim sites with the expertise of your private guide, from the Kotel (Western Wall) and Church of the Holy Sepulchre to the heartbeat of ancient Jerusalem – the City of David. Lose yourself within its old passageways, hidden springs and subway tunnels that date back three-thousand years, where kings and prophets once wandered and where the original books of the Bible were written.

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EATER Journeys: Paris & Burgundy

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As luxury travel experts, we know a thing or two about getting around the world in style.

That’s why we’ve combined our round-the-world travel expertise with the culinary insight of Eater. This slice-by-slice tour of French food, and the landscapes which gave rise to it, is the result, making use of our approach to truly bespoke, experiential travel. Scroll down to read the full itinerary or click the button below to browse more food-focused Eater experiences.

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A bite of a single madelaine – France’s most delicate and buttery cake – was enough to send the narrator of Proust’s In Search of Lost Time into a 1,000-page-long reverie on life and love. And this, we think, says everything you need to know about the French and their food. On this extremely bon excursion around the land of haute cuisine and world-class wines, you’ll learn your Mille-feuille from your croque monsieur.

EIFFEL IN LOVE WITH PARIS

Paris. A city of cute bistros, elegant restaurants, and revolutionary inclinations. Here, our guide will be your maitre’d, swooping you across to Grand Hotel du Palais Royal, your elegant 3-night oasis in the beating heart of Paris, an idyllic base for a Parisian eating adventure. Relax and unwind before getting out on the town, starting with pre-dinner drinks in the stylish Marais neighborhood. Swing by Aux Deux Amis, famous for its organic wines and top selection of tap beers, and Le Vin au Vert for their natural champagnes, before your reservation at La Bourse et la Vie; one of Paris’s finest bistros

BISTROS AND BRASSERIES

Rise and shine, it’s time to meet a local culinary expert for a tour of some of Paris’s most famed local markets, including Marché Montorgeuil and Rungis. Enjoy the sights and sounds of daily Parisian life as you learn how to source the best ingredients for a classic French meal, followed by a private cooking class near La Bourse. Belly full, it’s time to kick back and relax with an afternoon at leisure before taking a seat at the renowned Champeaux Les Halles, nestled beneath the renovated glass Canopée des Halles. This sleek brasserie revisits classic French dishes from green bean salad to steak frites and succulent lamb chops. The winning dish, however, is their signature soufflé. Sweet or savory? The choice is yours.

THE CRÈME DE LA CRÈME

Cheese and wine are the ultimate pairing. And so, today’s lunch will be spent learning how France’s culinary traditions have handed them the crown as a world leader in producing rich, bold cheeses and sumptuous wines. A sommelier will coach you through the wine labels and food pairings while you indulge in France’s dairy delicacies. Your dinner reservation tonight is at Sellae, near the Gare d’Austerlitz, for some rustic contemporary French comfort food, including mussels cooked with vin jaune and chorizo, guinea hen in cream sauce with morels. Don’t forget to save room for dessert: a superbly rich chocolate mousse.

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Sabi Sands: A Photography Safari Masterclass

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It’s been known for some time that South Africa is a photographer’s paradise; it has the landscapes, the wildlife and diversity to make it hands down one of the most exciting destinations in the world. Helping you make the most of it, we’ve put together this uniquely tailored adventure that’s sure to get any keen photographer scrambling for their spare lenses. In the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, spend your days receiving expert wildlife photography tuition from some of the field’s award-winning professionals and capture your safari experience with some incredible images. Embark on exciting game drives and catch glimpses of the reserve’s spectacular array of wildlife including lion, leopard, rhino, cheetah, buffalo and elephant, not to mention over 200 other animal species indigenous to the area – coming home with some expert souvenirs.

A Photography Masterclass

Few places in Africa offer up close and personal encounters with wildlife like Sabi Sabi, so it’s only right you perfect the art of capturing your once-in-a-lifetime safari shots in the area’s stunning Game Reserve. The photography tuition, led by leading wildlife photography experts, will combine theoretical instruction with personal coaching throughout your trip, teaching and assisting with techniques such as camera set up, photography in the field, working with wildlife and light sources. You can then spend the evenings reviewing shots and picking their brains to improve your technique.

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The Ultimate Summer Vacation in Iceland

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Ethereal. Hypnotic. Otherworldly. When it comes to Iceland, there is no shortage of words to convey the sheer might of its landscapes. This is a place where your eyes will widen and your jaw will drop with every glacier, lagoon and volcanic chamber you cross. By the end of this action-packed and discovery-filled nine-night trip, you’ll have quad biked across black sand beaches, descended deep into the center of the earth and hiked across crevasse-riddle glaciers. It’s mile-a-minute in the best way possible. By night, retreat to luxury lodges nestled into sweeping landscapes and slip into steaming geothermal waters as we bring you the best of the best of Iceland – and then some.

Relax into Reykjavik

Touchdown in Reykjavik and we’re whisking you straight from the airport into the spa. No ordinary spa, the Retreat at Blue Lagoon is perched on the shores of the lagoon’s famously tempting waters. Better still, your luxurious suite for the night will open up onto your own private corner of the lagoon. For more pampering, head down into the subterranean spa where some of the world’s most innovative treatments await you. Once you’ve had your fill, spend the afternoon out on the Reykjanes Peninsula on a private tour filled with hot springs, tectonic rifts, volcanic craters, lunar landscapes and lava fields.

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New England: A Coastal Adventure for all the Family

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From the gateway city of Boston to the mountains of Maine, the sugar-white sand beaches of Nantucket Island and the deep American history of Newport; New England has no shortage of charm. Six states, each with their own slice of something special, it’s hard to think of anywhere better for a family road trip. Packed full of seaside stops and fun-fuelled hijinks, it’s enough to keep those ‘are we there yet’ moans at bay. Set off on a road trip that you’ll all never forget, as while the kids will remember the 50ft 66,000lb humpback whale breaching out of the water right before their eyes, you’ll always remember the look on their face when it happened.

Catch of the Day

Checking into Four Seasons Boston, you’ll head out on a private city tour, visiting the famous Harvard University and exploring the interactive exhibits at Boston’s Museum of Science. Spend the next day at sea, sailing past the historic coastal towns of the North Shore and hauling lobsters off the back of a boat with seasoned lobstermen, ready to cook them for dinner later. Retire to the Four Seasons for an afternoon with the pastry chef first, as he guides you and the kids through a cookie-making class before you sit down to your own treat at the Bristol Bar. The next morning, pick up the keys and head off to Newport, stopping along the way at Plimoth Plantation where you’ll get a glimpse of how the Colonists lived.

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Cartagena & Tayrona: A Luxury Vacation in Colombia

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Whether it’s getting your hips moving to the rhythmic sounds of salsa or sending your taste buds into nirvana with fresh ceviche, Colombia is home to some of the most divine and unique sights and sounds in Latin America. On this particular seven-night immersion, we’ve rounded together our favorite, most dazzling, and most luxurious Cartagena experiences – think one-of-a-kind meals, exclusive rum tastings, sunset sailing, yoga breaks, and dreamy white-sand beaches and you’re on the right track.

Dance and Dine through Cartagena

Your Colombian love affair begins in the spellbinding city of Cartagena, where the pastel facades enclose some of Colombia’s best eateries. Let your gastronomical side step forward with a lunch reservation at Boliche Cebicheria – one of our beloved best-kept secrets. This quaint restaurant serves the freshest and most authentic fish dishes in the whole of Cartagena. Be sure to fuel up for an afternoon walking-tour, wandering the charming streets and learning of Cartagena’s colonial history. Before resting your head at the most luxurious hotel in the city, Casa San Agustin, a Caribbean meal at Restaurant Carmen is awaiting your arrival. Picture a flora and fauna filled courtyard where you can spend the entire evening dining on exquisite Michelin-worthy food.

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