Artful Travelers

02/05/2022

We say farewell to Europe and our first Spotlight of 2022 with great thanks to our filmmakers, Lois Vossen, Patrick Sammon, and Beth Levison. Next stop: Napa Valley and Alaska! Spotlight on Wine: The Harlan Domain. Stay tuned.....

11/04/2022

Thrilled to be back at sea on the Regent Seven Seas Voyager celebrating our Spotlight on the Art of Filmmaking. Independent Lens Executive Producer, Lois Vossen, is joined by award winning filmmakers Beth Levison and Patrick Sammon. Terrific lectures and screenings as we sail through Spain, France, Italy and Portugal. Staff and crew are delivering Regent’s 6-star luxury service. Look forward to our next 7 Spotlight adventures in 2022…….only on Regent!

05/03/2022

Join us for an additional, 2-night adventure as guests enjoy an evening at the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel, home to so much Hollywood history and the property celebrated in the famous Eagles tune, "Hotel California". Guests will enjoy tours of major Los Angeles landmarks, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Warner Bros Studios and the newly opened Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. For complete information, visit www.rssc.com and click on "Pre-Cruise Hotels".

05/03/2022

Enjoy a celebratory 2-night pre-cruise additional adventure with us as guests experience the very best of Broadway with a performance of the hottest revival, "The Music Man" with Tony Award winners Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster. A private dinner will proceed at the famous Sardi’s New York where guests will meet PBS producers and content creators from acclaimed series "American Masters" as well as executives from the Nederlander and Shubert Organizations. For more information, visit www.rssc.com and click on 'Pre-Cruise Hotels".

05/03/2022

Experience an additional pre-sailing adventure as guests enjoy an evening at the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel, home to so much Hollywood history and the property celebrated in the famous Eagles tune, "Hotel California". Guests will enjoy tours of major Los Angeles landmarks, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Warner Bros Studios and the newly opened Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.Visit www.rssc.com and click on "Pre-Cruise Hotels" for more information.

05/03/2022

Jeffrey Richman - Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer of the acclaimed "Modern Family" - returns to the Artful Travelers stage during this fantastic sailing.

05/03/2022

Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime excursion and recognize the scope and significance of D-Day by visiting sites that played pivotal roles in this massive invasion that was a turning point in World War II. From Arromanches to the Atlantic Wall, Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc, guests will receive color commentary, insights and perspectives from spotlight speaker, Ret. Lt. General Dan Christman on this specially designed tour. Visit www.rssc.com for more details.

05/03/2022

Celebrate all things ROYAL with VIP access to the most interesting venues, speakers and theater available. With the success of "The Crown", "Bridgerton" and, of course, "Downton Abbey", go behind the scenes of these shows and celebrate the history of the royal family. Go behind the gates at Buckingham Palace for an exclusive viewing of the changing of the guard and join a private tour of the Churchill War Rooms. Spend a night on London’s famous West End seeing Andrew Lloyd Webber’s "Cinderella", one of the hottest tickets in 2022! For more information, visit www.rss.com and click 'Pre-Cruise Hotels".

05/03/2022

This 7-night itinerary offers access to some of America’s most celebrated television producers and journalists responsible for the best documentaries, investigative reporting and news programming on television and radio. Raney Aronson is Executive Producer of "Frontline". She will be joined by Arun Rath, broadcast journalist with National Public Radio (NPR). They will share details about their professional journey and perspectives on the state of journalism in the world today. For complete information, visit https://artfultravelers.com/spotlight-on-public-broadcasting-journalism/

05/03/2022

Join us for a fascinating discussion of journalism in today's media landscape during a 7-night voyage from Seward to Vancouver.

05/03/2022

05/03/2022

Spend an additional 3 nights with us during an exclusive pre-cruise land program that visits the stunning Southbridge Napa Valley and more! Visit www.rssc.com and click "Pre-Cruise" hotel programs for complete pricing and information.

05/03/2022

Amanda Harlan of Harlan Estate joins the Artful Travelers family aboard this special sailing.

25/02/2022

We have celebrated him on the seas, and now we can celebrate him in person again! Here's to treasured Artful Travelers' speaker David Lee, co-creator of "Frasier" and such a deserved recipient of every award in broadcast television. It's truly an honor to honor him (and with Emmy and Tony winner David Hyde Pierce and Screen Actors Guild Award winner Peri Gilpin in attendance to boot!) Join us on March 19th in Palm Springs...

25/10/2021

Hailed as “a tender love poem from son to mother” by CBS News, “Duty Free” is great television. Check it out on Independent Lens | PBS this November 22 at 10 PM EST. Not to be missed!

After a 75 year-old immigrant mother gets fired without cause from her lifelong job as a hotel housekeeper, her son takes her on a bucket-list adventure to reclaim her life. As she struggles to find work, he documents a journey that uncovers the economic insecurity shaping not only her future, but t...

21/10/2021

We have sailed the world with the incredible David Lee, Peabody and Emmy Award winning co-creator of “Frasier”, and this week we were able to celebrate his immense heart and generosity. Read about his astounding donation to restore one of the cultural gems of the Coachella Valley here…

Bravo, David! 👏🏻

In July, Save the Plaza Theatre had just over $160,000 in its coffers.

11/10/2021

Today is “National Coming Out Day” and our friends at Independent Lens | PBS will debut the acclaimed documentary “Cured”, which tells the story of a pivotal but little-known victory in the modern movement for LGBTQ equality. Tune in tonight!

When homosexuality was considered a mental illness to be “cured," LGBTQ+ activists fought back.

23/04/2021

We’re looking forward to reuniting with our wonderful friends at Regent Seven Seas Cruises soon!

Peek into the quiet side of dynamic Cruise Director Lorraine Weimerskirch. Visit her at home in beautiful South Carolina to see and hear about her appreciati...

26/03/2021

Interested in understanding what the Artful Travelers experience is like aboard the stunning ships of Regent Seven Seas Cruises? We’ve shared a new video summary here that showcases all of the fun...

17/03/2021

Our wonderful travel partners at Regent Seven Seas Cruises have unveiled their highly anticipated Spotlight itineraries for late 2021 and 2022, when it’s safe for us all to adventure abroad again! Check out the full list - including a number of special Artful Travelers voyages - here...

Guests aboard our ships delight in a warm and friendly ambiance fueled by our extraordinary staff that hosts an array of onboard activities that enrich and entertain.

11/03/2021

Could the return of a PBS favorite be the witty, moving bit of escapism we all need these days? Fingers crossed. 🤞

DOWNTON ABBEY 2 is heading for a Christmas release date in UK cinemas with a script and cast in place, and filming set to begin. But will Maggie Smith's Dowager Countess of Grantham be in it?

03/03/2021

After careful consideration and plenty of planning, we're thrilled to share eight new itineraries as we look ahead to safe, healthy travel once again.

Artful Travelers is a unique travel organization that combines culture and current events to present celebrations in art, education, and travel, intended for those who value extraordinary life experiences. We help create unforgettable, life-defining moments and connect our clients with people who ar...

03/03/2021

Sail in celebration of science and exploration in November 2022. Full details here: https://artfultravelers.com/spotlight-on-pbs-nova/

03/03/2021

Celebrate the best of public broadcasting on this special November 2022 voyage. Full details here: https://artfultravelers.com/spotlight-on-pbs-nova/

03/03/2021