Culture experiences

In the Chaya District, experience the allure of traditional Japan as Geishas gracefully entertain in historic tea houses. This area is a living canvas of culture, where the elegance of Geisha performances blends with the charm of old Japan. Walking through the district's lantern-lit streets, you'll feel transported back to an era of refined entertainment and hospitality, making it a must-visit for a genuine glimpse into Japan's rich cultural heritage.

Visit the capital of São Tomé and discover the wonders of Portuguese colonial architecture and the National Museum. You will visit some of the most important places in the city, including the Fort of S. Sebastião, the National library, the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral, the Independence Square, and the local markets.

When you picture the Kalahari, it might conjure up images of endless desert, but we'd like to introduce you to the San people. As the keepers of this land and the oldest culture on earth, the chance to meet a member of this nomadic community is not one that comes around often. Head out with a local guide to meet the people who have mastered a life in the seemingly unliveable desert and see how they make bows and arrows from the flora, use plants to quench their thirst and make a fire with zero matches.

The Nagamachi Samurai District in Kanazawa offers a captivating step back into Japan's samurai era. This historic area, once home to samurai families, is known for its well-preserved samurai residences, narrow lanes, and earthen walls. Visiting here, you'll experience the ambience of feudal Japan, with museums and restored houses offering insights into the samurai lifestyle. It's a unique opportunity to explore the legacy and architectural heritage of Japan's warrior class, providing a tangible link to a bygone era in a modern city.

Of all the beverages we love in Colombia, surely few are as special as a delicious cup of hot chocolate. This drink is part of our history, it brings us together as a family in a culinary ritual that is enjoyed in the mornings at breakfast or in the afternoon at "the onces" as the afternoon snack is traditionally called. First, you will explore the cacao plantations with the hotel expert guide, circle the extensive cocoa plantation, visit the nursery where the yellow, orange and red tones of the cocoa trees will enchant you. Learn about the fermentation and dried process, still made by hand, by which the cocoa beans turn out ready for export and start the journey to transform into chocolate. Around Hacienda Bambusa, you will also find banana plantations and amazing bamboo forest, that will invite you to get lost under its shade and relax for a while. Back in the hotel, you will learn how to make a cup of hot chocolate as the Colombian grandmothers used to, from the plant to the cup. You will be able to see how the cocoa beans collected at the hacienda are mixed with aromatic ingredients and sugar to get the chocolate magic. Our guide will accompany you during this process and will