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From learning the art of meditation with Buddhist monks in Cambodia’s hilltop temples to being taught about the inspiring local sustainability-efforts in Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, take more than memories of a lifetime back home with our collection of inspiring Masters of the Universe holidays.
According to writer Malcolm Gladwell you need 10,000 hours to truly become world class at any skill, but we can certainly get you off to a good start with our Masters of the Universe collection of learning holidays. This contains some of our favourite experiences to gain a deeper connection with a destination whilst learning a new skill on holiday and 'transforming yourself' (...and you'll earn some excellent bragging rights).
Whether you're wanting to learn a new skill in sport, art, cooking or perhaps something a little more unusual, here are just a few of the tailor-made learning experiences that we can arrange on your Original Travel holiday…
What to do
Photography Courses at Hacienda San Rafael
Want a relaxing holiday and to learn a skill while you're at it? We can't think of many better combos than a stay at one of our all time favourites...
Yoga in Bali
We can't think of many more zen-tastic environments to practice yoga in than in Ubud's serene and luscious countryside, located in the centre...
Botswana Photographic Safaris
Botswana is arguably one of the most photogenic destinations on the planet due in no small part to the sheer diversity of its landscapes. From...
Tango in Buenos Aires
With a history reaching back to the 1880s, the sensual Argentinian national dance comes from roots that combine African slave music with Andalucian...
Fly Fishing in Northern Patagonia
Still a fully working farm, Tipiliuke Lodge is part of the 20,000 hectare Cerro de los Pinos country estate founded in 1909 by the grandfather...
Learn to Mush in Finnish Lapland
Take your Lapland experience to a whole new level by learning how to mush in Finnish Lapland with a former championship musher.
Deep Sea Fishing at GoldenEye
Whether you are a fishing aficionado or simply wishing to test the waters, why not embark on a deep-sea fishing day trip in Jamaica's tropical...
Trekking Holidays: The Kilimanjaro Climb Adventure
Rising from the plains of northern Tanzania close to the Kenyan border, Mt Kilimanjaro dominates the surrounding landscape and on a clear day...
Glacier Ice Trekking
Southern Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park stretches parallel to the Andes for over 120 miles, its most famous members being the Perito...
Kalahari Bushmen Safaris
The bushmen of the Kalahari have existed for 20,000 years, seamlessly navigating the unique ecosystem that exists here, passing along survival...
Cooking Classes in Bologna
Impress your friends and family back home by mastering the art of pasta making and traditional Italian cooking in Italy's culinary heartland...
Japanese Martial Arts
Learn a range of traditional Japanese martial arts, from Samurai Sword lessons and Ninja workshops in Tokyo to Samurai Kenbu lessons in Kyoto,...
Learn to Surf
Popularly dubbed ’sports of kings’ Hawaii is the birthplace of big wave surfing and home to some of the best surfing spots in the world,...
Itinerary Ideas
Best for: Couples and Families
Horsing Around in Argentina
Argentinean horses are some of the best in the world, so on this
13-day itinerary we have chosen two of our favourite estancias
where you can...
13 Days
From £4,565pp
Best for: Couples, Honeymoons and Families
Classic Jamaica
There's more to Jamaica than rum and reggae - although these are
all fine additions to any luxury holiday - and here we have brought
together...
9 Days
From £2,885pp
Best for: Couples and Families
Luxury San Sebastian
We don't call San Sebastian the food capital of the Europe
lightly; after all the city is home to 17 Michelin stars. This
three-day itinerary,...
3 Days
From £1,110pp
Best for: Couples and Honeymoons
Highlights of Argentina
From the tropical rainforests bordering Iguazu Falls in the
north to the chilly air rising from the Perito Moreno glacier down
south, Argentina...
15 Days
From £6,425pp
Best for: Couples
Bordeaux Big Short Break
With a recently rediscovered mojo, grand 18th century boulevards
and a foodie scene to complement the fabled vins, Bordeaux is the
perfect spot...
4 Days
From £1,395pp
Best for: Couples and Solo Travellers
Save a Rhino and Watch the Release
This is a real once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to directly
experience the amazing work being done to relocate endangered
rhinos from South Africa...
13 Days
Best for: Couples
Northern Spain Road Trip
Enjoy a luxury road trip around the wonderful Basque Country,
taking in three of our favourite cultural cities as well as some of
the best food,...
7 Days
From £2,935pp
Best for: Couples and Solo Travellers
Horsing Around in Andalucia
There are few places we'd rather spend a few days in the saddle
than the Andalucian countryside, which is why this five-day luxury
riding holiday...
5 Days
From £2,460pp
Best for: Couples and Honeymoons
Japan in Style
Japan is a fascinating and hugely rewarding destination, and
even more so when explored in style. This two-week itinerary takes
in wacky and...
14 Days
From £10,965pp
Best for: Couples
Emilia-Romagna via Via Emilia
If, like us, you tend to tailor your holiday around great food
and wine - with a splash of culture thrown in for good measure of
course - then...
5 Days
From £2,030pp
Where to Stay
The Resort at Paws Up
‘I’m in love with Montana’ proclaimed American author John Steinbeck and honestly, we couldn’t agree more. In our view, there's no better...
Deplar Farm
The Eleven Experience group opened their third European property in April 2016, choosing Iceland as the home of Deplar Farm. Situated in remote...
Soneva Fushi
A luxury hideaway on the island of Kunfunadhoo in the Baa Atoll. Reaching the resort involves a half-hour scenic flight by seaplane from the...
Hacienda San Rafael
A family-run, former olive farm in a beautiful rural Andalucian setting, halfway between Seville and Jerez.
Como Shambhala Estate
Guests can join various ‘wellness’ programmes that typically last between three and seven days, or simply enjoy a bespoke health retreat...
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