Creative Holidays

Moved to France with 4 kids in tow and never looked back – Caroline’s inspirational lifestyle

Moved to France with 4 kids in tow and never looked back – Caroline’s inspirational lifestyle

Packing up and moving to rural France with four kids under the age of 7 and no knowledge of the language would seem a big step to most, but for Caroline and her husband Adam it was a no brainer. “I always loved travelling, we wanted an outdoor lifestyle and [...]

When taking ‘a bit of a risk’ pays off – Louise reveals what our photography holiday in Umbria is really like

When taking ‘a bit of a risk’ pays off – Louise reveals what our photography holiday in Umbria is really like

While travelling around Europe, Louise pursued her passions for photography and Italian culture by trying something new on our week long photography holiday in Umbria. Despite never having done a holiday like this before, she had a fantastic trip thanks to cultured photography tutor Patrick, new friends, and the breathtaking Italian [...]

From visiting organic farms to surfing in Biarritz – a day in the life of our jewellery making teacher Caroline

From visiting organic farms to surfing in Biarritz – a day in the life of our jewellery making teacher Caroline

I get up in the morning, have breakfast which is usually a croissant and coffee and then I’ll go down to the local market and buy fresh produce from around the region.  We have an organic farm right next door so I might pop over there instead to buy veggies. [...]

Our painting holiday features in France magazine

Our painting holiday features in France magazine

Art attack As the birthplace of many of the world’s most treasured artists, France is a first-choice location to get in touch with your inner Monet. On a three-night residential painting break in the village of Lodève in the heart of Languedoc-Roussillon, tutor David McEwen will help budding artists to [...]

by April 18, 2013 Creative Holidays, In the Press
From actor in England to photography tutor in France

From actor in England to photography tutor in France

Actor turned photographer: how Gareth’s passion for the arts led him from a life on the stage to behind the lens. With a landscape artist father and photographer sister – art is clearly in the blood for our photography tutor Gareth Kirkland. “Dad was always taking photos and painting them [...]

by April 10, 2013 Creative Holidays, Our Photographers, Our Tutors
Our very first hagiography – study of a saint or venerated person

Our very first hagiography – study of a saint or venerated person

Patrick Nicholas is our brilliant photography tutor (and fully fledged Lamb rescuer!) based in Umbria, Italy. Read about his dolce vita in Italy: “Being a professional photographer I started photography holidays in 1999. I have lived in Italy for a long time, and at the beginning I wanted to share [...]

by December 19, 2012 Creative Holidays, Our Photographers, Our Tutors
Photography holiday in Morocco – Anna turns her hobby into a holiday

Photography holiday in Morocco – Anna turns her hobby into a holiday

“I learned so much from this course. Darren was an excellent tutor, helpful and patient. He took us to a variety of locations to practise different types of photography. The wonderful colours in and around Essaouira were just made for photography.” Having done photography courses in the UK before, Anna [...]

by December 5, 2012 Creative Holidays, Guest Reviews
Off the grid – Peter escapes to the beautiful Spanish countryside for a photography holiday

Off the grid – Peter escapes to the beautiful Spanish countryside for a photography holiday

“I had a very enjoyable holiday and got to grips with my camera and some basics of artistic composition… The accommodation was very comfortable and the food was delicious!” Peter Barratt was keen to escape the 10 hour daily slog in front of a computer and develop his photography skills [...]

by November 30, 2012 Creative Holidays, Guest Reviews
‘An excellent learning experience’ – Denise reviews photography & cooking in Morocco

‘An excellent learning experience’ – Denise reviews photography & cooking in Morocco

What better way to discover what our holidays are really like than from GoLearnTo travellers themselves?! When Denise Haire took our photography and cookery holiday in Essaouira, Morocco this September, she didn’t know what to expect. Read all about her learning experience here… What made you choose to travel with [...]

Stephen’s 40th Birthday surprise – photography holiday in Dordogne

Stephen’s 40th Birthday surprise – photography holiday in Dordogne

  “What an utterly fabulous experience for both me and my partner. The location is idyllic for R & R and very picturesque. The hospitality, perfect. The relaxed teaching style mirrors the environment and the content is geared to match any level. If you’re thinking about doing this… just book [...]

by November 12, 2012 Creative Holidays, Guest Reviews