LEARN AN ARTISANAL SKILL IN EUROPE

Join artist Helena Ferreira at her atelier to learn more about ancient Azulejos art. This chic blue and white tiles can be found in the interior and upon the exterior of palaces, churches, houses and schools. They were not just ornamental, they were used to help control the temperatures of the buildings. Some take a simple graphic form, while other can be raised and feature more intricate illustration. During a 60-minute class you can join Ferreira to learn the techniques and more about the culture.
Stay: Six Senses Douro Valley.

Take a private boat to the island of Murano in Venice and take a bespoke tour of one of the famed glass factories. You can watch the skilful artisans at work, then follow in their footsteps and create your own colourful Goto drinking glass using these ancient methods and a glowing furnace.
Stay: Baglioni Hotel Venice

This trip is sure to make your mouth water. A master chocolatier from one of the most celebrated names in Belgian chocolate, Laurent Gerbaud will show you how to make the ultimate sweet treat. As you practise creating different types of chocolate and enjoying a tasting session to remember, the master chocolatier will tell you more about where the ingredients are sourced from and how the Belgians have perfected chocolate making since the 19th century.
Stay: Hotel Amigo

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