Kayak Trip Ideas: Pack your bags and Van Gogh!
Fine Art? Surrealist Traveler? Craving the classics? It’s time to pack your bags and go see the amazing art our world has produced…you know, the stuff you thought you learned about in your art history classes. These great cities are home to some of the most amazing pieces of art ever created. Bon Voyage!
San Francisco flights |hotels | cars
The city by the bay has that European art flavor trickling out of its innovative architecture and impossibly hilly streets. Artists sell their wares along Haight Ashbury where you can poke your head in thrift stores and creperies while you get an eyeful of art. There are a myriad of museums to choose from, starting with the Museum of Modern Art, Galleria Carla, Gallery One San Francisco, Hang, and Staart Soma. When your head is spinning with culture, hike up to Coit Tower or Twin Peaks for the most amazing views of the city…
Quebec City flights | hotels | cars
Feast on 400 years of history and romance.
Head to romantic Québec City this summer for the party of the century as North America’s only fortress city celebrates four centuries of French Canadian culture, cuisine and joie de vivre. Riding in a horse-drawn carriage through cobblestone streets of Québec’s charming capital, you just might fall in love. Romance is in the air as you pass colorful boutiques, hip cafés, tempting bistros and stately heritage…
You can’t go through life as an art lover without a little French flavor to truly appreciate the fine arts. Paris is the capital for all the most amazing artists we love to admire. Hit all the typical spots you’ll want to brag about later: The Louvre, Rodin Museum, Musee d’Orsay, the sculpture exhibit in Luxembourgh Park, and endless galleries. Check out the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame - they are timeless pieces of art in their own right. Stroll down the Champs-Elysees and the Bastille area too and enjoy some popular shopping…
Chicago flights | hotels | cars
Let the art of the Windy City blow you away - your to-do list includes the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago Arts District, Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum, and Beacon Street Gallery. When going to Chicago for art, you cannot miss the Art Institute of Chicago. Springtime brings you Art Chicago, an explosive art festival that will tickle your fancy and turn you from art lover to art obsessed. Take in Second, a little comedy club guaranteed to have you laughing all night…
Florence flights | hotels | cars
You haven’t experienced art until you’ve visited the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. We’ve got a list for you, so put on your walking shoes and fanny packs and hit the streets. Hit up Uffizi Gallery, admire Michelangelo’s “David” at Galleria dell’Accademia, and don’t forget the Museo dell’Opera di Santa Croce. The Medici Chapels, the Bridge Ponte Vecchio, and Church of Santa Maria Novella exemplify the beauty in architecture. When you’re finished enjoying the classic art all over the city…
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Fine Art? Surrealist Traveler? Craving the classics? It’s time to pack your bags and go see the amazing art our world has produced…you know, the stuff you thought you learned about in your art history classes. These great cities are home to some of the most amazing pieces of art ever created. Bon Voyage!
San Francisco flights | hotels | cars
The city by the bay has that European art flavor trickling out of its innovative architecture and impossibly hilly streets. Artists sell their wares along Haight Ashbury where you can poke your head in thrift stores and creperies while you get an eyeful of art. There are a myriad of museums to choose from, starting with the Museum of Modern Art, Galleria Carla, Gallery One San Francisco, Hang, and Start Soma. When your head is spinning with culture, hike up to Coit Tower or Twin Peaks for the most amazing views of the city. Take the mural walk in the Mission, and when your feet get tired stop in for an authentic bite at one of the many taquerias.
Quebec City flights | hotels | cars
Feast on 400 years of history and romance
Head to romantic Québec City this summer for the party of the century as North America’s only fortress city celebrates four centuries of French Canadian culture, cuisine and joie de vivre.
Riding in a horse-drawn carriage through cobblestone streets of Québec’s charming capital, you just might fall in love. Romance is in the air as you pass colorful boutiques, hip cafés, tempting bistros and stately heritage homes, and head toward the ramparts, overlooking the mighty St. Lawrence River. Visit www.canada.travel to learn more.
You can’t go through life as an art lover without a little French flavor to truly appreciate the fine arts. Paris is the capital for all the most amazing artists we love to admire. Hit all the typical spots you’ll want to brag about later: The Louvre, Rodin Museum, Musee d’Orsay, the sculpture exhibit in Luxembourgh Park, and endless galleries. Check out the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame - they are timeless pieces of art in their own right. Stroll down the Champs-Elysees and the Bastille area too and enjoy some popular shopping and bars. Be sure to pick up a museum pass at the local visitor’s bureau to get times and prices for all your favorite museums.
Chicago flights | hotels | cars
Let the art of the Windy City blow you away - your to-do list includes the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago Arts District, Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum, and Beacon Street Gallery. When visiting Chicago, you have to visit the Art Institute of Chicago - people come from all over the world to see the amazing collections they’ve acquired. Springtime brings you Art Chicago, an explosive art festival that will tickle your fancy and turn you from art lover to art obsessed. Take in Second, a little comedy club guaranteed to have you laughing all night. Stroll down Michigan Avenue for shopping, boutiques and fun cafes. Don’t forget about the Liar’s Lounge for a little funk while you throw a few back after your days touring the city.
Florence flights | hotels | cars
You haven’t experienced art until you’ve visited the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. We’ve got a list for you, so put on your walking shoes and fanny packs and hit the streets. Hit up Uffizi Gallery, admire Michelangelo’s “David” at Galleria dell’Accademia, and don’t forget the Museo dell’Opera di Santa Croce. The Medici Chapels, the Bridge Ponte Vecchio, and Church of Santa Maria Novella exemplify the beauty in architecture. When you’re finished enjoying the classic art all over the city, venture into the culinary arts and try La Giostra, I’ Cche’ c’e c’e, or Cibreo…some of the tastiest cuisine in all of Italy!
Happy travels,
Steve and Paul, co-founders