Georgie Loves…Unique Experiences
The Tailor, Australia
With more than 3,000 species of tropical fruits, spices and nuts, the Botanical Ark in Tropical North Queensland is one of the world's greatest collections of tropical ethnobotanical plants; The Tailor can arrange exclusive visits.
Georgie loves: Being able to see, touch and even taste a variety of exotic fruits.
Ahipara, New Zealand
New Zealand’s national bird is, sadly, endangered but a visit to the National Kiwi Hatchery is a masterclass in conservation, with the opportunity to sponsor an egg and perhaps even to meet your chick.
Georgie Loves: Seeing adult kiwis roam and forage in the nocturnal house.
Sticky Rice Travel, Borneo
Borneo’s ultimate farm-to-table dining experience is found at HAK's Farm in Lahad Datu, Sabah. The seasonal menu is crafted from HAK's own produce and ingredients sourced from local farmers, fishermen and markets.
Georgie Loves: Dinner by candlelight on the covered terrace, surrounded by flowers and greenery.
Banyan, India
Discover the little-known art of Jal Sanjhi, an intricate, centuries-old tradition in which delicate images are created using coloured powders on the surface of water. A beautiful and rarely seen Udaipur tradition.
Georgie Loves: Watching master artists skilfully creating their temporary masterpieces.
ITEM, Türkiye
Discover another side to Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar with ITEM. Visit tucked-away workshops and meet artisans keeping generations-old crafts alive, before climbing onto secret rooftops for remarkable views across the Old City.
Georgie Loves: The cinematic perspective over the Bazaar that few visitors ever see - this view featured in the famous chase scene from Skyfall.
PLAN-IT Morocco, Morocco
Unleash your creativity with Plan-It Morocco’s exclusive bag-making workshop. Alongside talented local artisans, choose beautiful materials, discover time-honoured techniques, and craft a one-of-a-kind Moroccan bag.
Georgie Loves: Katie’s beautifully designed imitation Hermes Bag.
Galavanta, Colombia
Cartagena nonprofit El Colegio del Cuerpo trains children from underserved communities in contemporary dance; some rise to perform with professional dance companies worldwide. Visit the extraordinary open-air campus with Galavanta.
Georgie Loves: Seeing first-hand how this initiative benefits everyone involved.
Enigma, Peru
Enjoy a private Enigma introduction to Lima’s contemporary designers, artisans and textile makers, with access to carefully selected ateliers and studios.
Georgie Loves: Discovering Peru through its vibrant fashion and craft scene.
Glove, Argentina | Chile
Few tourists sail through the stunning Chiloé archipelago and the remote fjords of Northern Patagonia. Glove designs trips to immerse you in the beauty, culture, and history of the region.
Georgie Loves: Regular stops to browse the lively local markets.
Lares, Uruguay
Every weekend early in the year, Montevideo neighbourhoods Palermo and Barrio Sur come alive with rehearsals leading up to Las Llamadas Carnival parade. Experience a rehearsal with Cuareim 1080, one of Montevideo’s best-known comparsas (carnival troupes), and meet the drummers and dancers.
Georgie Loves: Walking alongside the comparsas in the parade, experiencing this tradition with the people who keep it alive.
Memories by Valberg, Iceland
Before you buy a traditional Icelandic Lopapeysa as a souvenir of your travels, Memories by Valberg will show you the full process behind making one, visiting a family-run wool ‘mini-mill’, a traditional plant-dye studio, and even adding in a knitting lesson for the dextrous.
Georgie Loves: Stopping along the way at the hotdog stand in Selfoss - an absolute must.