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Mixed Media Art Workshop in Greece with Tiffany Goff Smith

Oct 5-17, 2027 -Transform your artistic skills at our island-hopping mixed media art workshop in Greece, where you can find inspiration in every corner.

Lake Como Italy Slow Stitching Workshop with Kristin Williams

Apr 25-May 1, 2027 Lake Como stitching workshop with Kristin Williams. Fabric, thread, and found objects meet Italy’s most iconic landscape. Small group. Big inspiration.

Creativity & Art Workshop in Paris, France with Jill Badonsky

Sep 26-Oct 3, 2027: Join an art workshop in Paris with Jill Badonsky. Creativity blooms through sketching and writing in the City of Lights.

Sketch Your Journey: Extreme Travel Journal Vacation in France

Oct. 18-24, 2027 join our sketchbook art journal vacation with Lloyd Dangle. Explore the French Riviera and create a lively travel journal.

Taria Dawson: Meet Your Travel Sketchbook Teacher

Join Taria May 24-30, 2027 on the sunny Italian Riviera.About Taria DawsonTaria first picked up a pencil in her mid‑twenties, despite having no formal art background. When she later discovered that travel sketching was “a thing,” it immediately sparked her curiosity....

Mixed Media Art Workshop in France with Mary Beth Shaw

Join our mixed media art workshop in France Sep 18–25, 2027. Explore Paris on foot and create daily in‑studio to build your travel journal.

Mixed Media Art Workshop in Switzerland with Tammy Gilley

June 2027 – Experience a mixed media art workshop in Switzerland taught by Tammy Gilley, perfect for artists seeking inspiration in stunning landscapes.

Sketchbook Art Workshop in France with Koosje Koene

May 2-8, 2027 Join Koosje Koene’s French Riviera sketchbook workshop for a week full of immersive travel and fun, creative art classes.

Mixed Media Art Workshop in Spain with Tammy Gilley

June 6-12, 2027 Tammy Gilley teaches her travel journal art workshop in Spain. Experience beautiful Barcelona and the sunny Costa Brava.

Travel Sketchbook Workshop in Italy with Taria Dawson

Explore the Ligurian coastline and discover colorful Italian villages on our travel sketchbook workshop in Italy with teaching artist Taria Daws

Jill Badonsky: Meet Your Art and Creativity Teacher

And travel to Paris, France with Jill in September 2027.About Jill BadonskyJill Badonsky is a creativity coaching pioneer, inspirational humorist, artist, and founder of Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coaching™ Training, a coaching model that guides individuals by...

Watercolor Sketchbook Workshop in Greece with Ohn Mar Win

May 11-23, 2027 join Ohn Mar Win’s island-hopping sketchbook travel journal vacation in Greece. See Athens, Amorgos, Naxos, and Santorini.

Collage Sketchbook Workshop in Spain with Karen Stamper

Sep 5-11, 2027 join Karen Stamper’s sketchbook art workshop in Spain. Working on site, capture memories of Barcelona and the Costa Brava.

Mixed Media Art Workshop in Sicily, Italy with Mary Beth Shaw

April 13-21, 2027 It’s a mixed media journey through Sicily! Join Mary Beth Shaw for an art journal workshop capturing the essence of Italy.

Art Workshop Sicily: Capture Baroque Beauty with Cecile Yadro

Join Cecile on this special collage journal art workshop in Sicily. A week of discovering Sicily through paper, texture, and color.

Charging Electronic Devices in Europe

Traveling to Europe is exciting, but ensuring your electronic devices function properly while abroad is crucial. From charging your phone to using your laptop, there are a few key things to consider to pack smart, stay connected and keep your devices running smoothly....

Your Ultimate Packing Guide for a 1-2 Week Vacation

Planning a vacation can be exciting, but packing can sometimes feel like a daunting task. Whether you're heading to buzzy Paris, the sunny Mediterranean, or an island hopping adventure in Greece, this Blue Walk packing guide will help you pack efficiently and ensure...

Managing Credit Cards, ATMs, and Cash While Traveling in Europe

Understanding how to manage your cash while traveling in Europe is crucial for a smooth and enjoyable trip. This guide will provide you with essential tips on handling cash and using ATMs, as well as advice on splitting the bill and tipping customs. Cash and ATMs...

Internet Abroad: Staying Connected While Traveling

Staying Connected While Traveling Vacations are a chance to unplug, but having an internet connection on the road can make your trip smoother, safer, and more enjoyable. From real-time updates and navigation tools to staying in touch with companions and home, internet...

About the Mediterranean Climate for Travel

Whether you're planning a getaway in the refreshing spring or the golden autumn, the Mediterranean offers unique and enchanting experiences. The Blue Walk offers programs only during the spring and fall seasons. We find these travel periods and the mild Mediterranean...

Mandatory Travel Requirements

Ensuring you meet the latest travel requirements is essential for a smooth and stress-free journey to Europe (and the UK). The Blue Walk requires all participants to carry emergency medical insurance that safeguards their health and well-being throughout our...

Arrival Information for Our Small Group Vacations

Orientation Meeting It is exciting to arrive to a new city or country, but it can also be disorienting. We want to help you feel comfortable and confident in your surroundings as soon as possible. On Day 1 of the tour, our programs begin with an orientation meeting...

Stay Connected with WhatsApp

Staying Connected with WhatsApp Your Travel Companion Before, During & After the Tour At The Blue Walk, we believe that travel is about connection—both with the places you visit and the people you meet along the way. That’s why we’re excited to introduce a simple,...

Art workshop in Venice, Padua, and Parma, Italy with Koosje Koene

Oct 11-18, 2026 Koosje Koene teaches her sketchbook art workshop in Venice, Padua and Parma, Italy. Explore Italy like a local! Taste the best of Parma!

Tiffany Goff-Smith: Meet Your Mixed Media Teacher

Learn about Art Walk teaching artist Tiffany Goff-Smith. Short bio, a mixed media travel journal gallery, and artist interview.

Mixed Media Art Workshop in Portugal with Mary Beth Shaw

Get inspired by the patterns, layers, texture of Portugal! Mary Beth Shaw will teach her fabulous mixed media travel journal workshop in Portugal Sep 13-19, 2026. Join the fun!

Artful Adventures: Mixed Media Art Workshop in Spain

Join artist Mary Beth Shaw for her mixed media art workshop in Spain Sep 20-26, 2026. Get inspired and renewed in Barcelona and Costa Brava.

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Lloyd Dangle: Meet Your (Extreme) Sketchbook Journal Teacher

Illustrator and storyteller Lloyd Dangle has spent is life jumping into unfamiliar, strange, and even distressing situations for the sake of inspiring stories and comics.

Kristin Reese Williams: Meet your Mixed Media Stitching Teacher

About Kristin Reese WilliamsKristin Reese Williams has spent a lifetime playing with yarn, embroidery floss, glitter, fabric, clay, rubber stamps, paper, paints, and glue (you get the picture). She was lucky to have an incredibly talented craftswoman for a mother who...

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Sketchbook Art Journal Workshop in Paris, France with Koosje Koene

Join Koosje Koene’s Paris sketchbook travel journal workshop, June 6–12, 2027. On-location drawing, iconic neighborhoods, small group of 14.

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Italy Walking Tour Cinque Terre & Lake Como Vacation

On our Italy walking tour spend a week on the Italian Riviera and Lake Como – an idyllic combination for those who want to experience a unique and very special vacation.

Greece Walking Tour Island-Hopping Vacation

Leave the crowds and cruise ships behind! Spend 12 nights exploring Athens, Naxos, the undiscovered gem of an Island – Amorgos and iconic Santorini on our Blue Walk Greece Walking Tour Vacation.

Switzerland Walking Tour in the Bernese Oberland

Experience the best of Switzerland on our guided, small group walking vacation through Zurich, Lucerne, and Jungfrau region.

Riviera Walking Vacation in France

Walking on the coastal paths and strolling along scenic promenades is a great way to experience the authentic beauty of the Riviera. Discover Blue Walk France walking tours.

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Koosje Koene: Meet Your Sketchbook Journal Teacher

Illustrator, artist, and teacher Koosje Koene tells about her approach and teaching style on her sketchbook art workshop vacations.

Mary Beth Shaw: Meet Your Mixed Media Teacher

Artist and teacher Mary Beth Shaw of Stencilgirl Products will take students on mixed media journey in Switzerland June 2024

Karen Stamper: Meet Your Collage Journal Teacher

Karen Stamper teaches small group collage sketchbook classes. Use color, layers, and texture in fun, on-site classes.

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Leisurely Walking Vacation In Portugal

June or September 2026 join us for a walking vacation in Portugal to explore in and around Lisbon, Evora, Setúbal, and more. Discover the road less traveled!

Tammy Gilley: Meet Your Mixed Media Teacher

Mixed media teaching artist Tammy Gilley teaches travel adventures in search of L’objet trouvé,- the found object.

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Ohn Mar Win: Meet Your Watercolor Sketchbook Teacher

Learn more about artist and illustrator Ohn Mar Win. Ohn Mar teaches travel journal-based watercolor sketchbook workshops.

Watercolor Workshop in Greece with Angela Fehr

April 22 – May 4, 2025

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Mixed Media Art Workshop in Italy with Tiffany Goff-Smith

May 11-18, 2025

Collage Travel Journal Workshop in Greece with Karen Stamper

May 20-June 1, 2025

Anne Leuck: Meet Your Sketchbook Journal Teacher

Meet teacher and artist Anne Leuck. Accomplished artist and sketchbook illustrator teaching in Italy October 2024.

Jeanne Oliver: Meet your Watercolor Sketchbook Travel Journal Teacher

Learn about Art Walk teaching artist Jeanne Oliver. Jeanne teaches her watercolor sketchbook workshop in Paris, France April 5-11, 2026.

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Travel Between Nice Airport and Central Nice on Tram 2

The best way to get between Nice Cote d’Azur airport and central Nice, France is Tram 2. We’ll explain what, why, and how.

Discovering Civita di Bagnoregio

Civita di Bagnoregio is a beautiful Italian hilltop town. It offers stunning views, a rich history, and the perfect place to walk and wander.

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Walking Vacation on The French Riviera

Do you love view-filled coastal trails, lively French towns, and amazing food? Welcome to the French Riviera, or en Français, La Côte d'Azur – this walking vacation in France is for you! The southeast coast of Provence, France, is sprinkled with some of the world’s...

Beautiful Walking in Paris

Paris is a city made for walking. The best way to get to know its culture, art, and cuisine is by exploring on foot, one block at a time. During our week-long vacation, each day of walking in Paris brings new adventures. We explore the neighborhoods and discover the...

Explore Venice and Discover Parma

Have you dreamed of Venice, with its sleepy canals, sleek gondolas, and winding alleyways? What about Parma, with its cobbled streets filled with handsome architecture, boutique shops, galleries, and, of course, wonderful restaurants? Each of these cities are...

Walking Vacation: Italian Riviera and Lake Como

Experience Italy’s less visited gems on one of our art walks or walking vacations in Italy! Find an authentic Italy of today steeped in rich beauty and a colorful past. Our Italy walking vacation on the Italian Riviera and Lake Como is an idyllic vacation for those...

Discover Umbria, Italy’s Green Heart

One of our favorite walking vacations in Italy takes us to Umbria. Umbria is a central region in Italy bordering Tuscany, Lazio, and Le Marche. Umbria is the only region in Italy that does not border a sea or another country. That seclusion protects it somewhat...

Julie Snidle: Meet Your Mixed Media Art Teacher

About Julie SnidleJulie Snidle is a full time artist with a degree in education and classroom teaching experience. She worked professionally as a corporate trainer and administrator before transitioning into art. Julie is a mixed media artist who has worked...