ARCHITECTURAL ALLURE

Some places make you pause before you’ve even stepped inside. They rise from cliffs and deserts, curve into coastlines, or gleam like a sculpture against the sky: bold silhouettes, quiet marvels, feats of imagination. Whether ancient or avant-garde, each one invites you to see the world differently – and maybe even feel it differently too.

STRUCTURALLY SPECTACULAR

Some spaces shape a moment. Suspended over oceans, carved into cliff faces, or hidden in the canopy, the globe is home to incredible hideaways where architecture becomes experience. Light and shadow play with intention, materials hold their own histories, and every angle is composed to move you. Not just structurally spectacular, but soul-stirring by design.

IMMERSIVE INTERIORS

These interiors embody their surroundings. Think sun-baked palettes drawn from the earth, prints that echo local heritage, wildlife woven into the walls, and craftsmanship steeped in place. Every room tells a deeper story of culture, of nature, of feeling. This is where design becomes atmosphere, and every detail makes you want to linger just a little longer.

MASTERPIECES IN RESIDENCE

In these rarefied spaces, creativity spills into every detail. Suites curated like salons. Hallways that hum with heritage. Voyages where the surroundings shift, but the sense of style never wavers. Whether it’s classical opulence or contemporary finesse, every element is placed with purpose. You’re invited to admire the art, yes, but also to live alongside it…

CREATIVE ENCOUNTERS

Some places speak in colour, in texture, in form. They whisper through temple walls and echo down gallery halls; they live in the hands of artisans and the quiet rhythm of age-old craft. This is travel that doesn’t simply show you the world, it lets you step inside its imagination. Let curiosity lead and you’ll find that the art is all around you, waiting to be experienced.

Bagru Village Block Printing
In the textile town of Bagru, centuries-old block printing traditions are kept alive by the Chhipa community. Visiting local homes reveals every step of this slow, soulful craft.

Restoration: a Focus on Caravaggio
Step beyond the gallery into the quiet world of art restoration, beginning with Caravaggio’s Madonna di Loreto and continuing into a working studio where masterpieces are revived.

Anime & Adventure
Tokyo opens a window into the artistry behind anime—from Ghibli-inspired pastries to interactive museum exhibits and the collector culture of Akihabara.

Morocco's Craft Workshop
Beyond the bustle of the souks, Marrakech’s ateliers offer a deeper connection to Moroccan craftsmanship.

Sacred Sites in Uluru
Uluru’s vast presence is more than geological; it’s spiritual and storied, a sacred place best explored with local Indigenous guides.

SHORELINES & SHOWPIECES

These cruises are curated with the same care as the collections they celebrate – where galleries glide with you and each destination deepens the story. Disembark into cities shaped by visionaries, wander gardens that stirred the greats, or trace the brushstrokes of culture through museum halls and hidden ateliers. Art isn’t a mere stop along the way; it’s the very reason to go.

Ponant – Artistic Adriatic with Pinault Collection - There are many cruises that promise culture. But this one lives and breathes it. Sailing the Adriatic in partnership with the legendary Pinault Collection, it feels less like a holiday and more like slipping backstage into the world of art itself.

Istanbul with Explora Journeys - Many cities promise history, but to deliver it in a way that impresses the modern day traveller is a whole other feat. In stone and mosaic, silk and spice, minaret and market, you’ll see layers of Istanbul’s past begin to unfold with Explora Journeys.

Barcelona with Oceania Cruises - Oceania Cruises’ Beyond Blueprints tours offer rare peeks behind the scenes at some of the world’s most iconic landmarks. In Barcelona, that means special stories from an architectural historian that cover the inspiration, reasoning and genius behind the city’s most debated landmarks.

Swan Hellenic – Ancient Symbols & Indigenous Expression - For those who see the world as a canvas, set a course with Swan Hellenic that traces natural and human artistry along Latin America’s Pacific coast.

Seabourn – Realms Reimagined: Middle Earth to Maori Mastery - If landscapes could tell stories, New Zealand’s would speak in tongues of myth, magic, and ancestral memories. On Seabourn’s 15-day voyage through Australia and New Zealand this December, you’re invited to delve into places where fantasy and folklore collide.

In Perspective: The DEPART Competition

From intricately tiled riads to skyline-defining masterpieces, art and architecture shape the way we see the world. Now, we’re inviting you to show us what you see.

We’d love to see the landscapes, sculptures, and masterpieces around the globe that have made you pause to take a picture. Selected entries will be featured on our own Instagram profile, and the overall winner will receive a digital camera and a £500 Destinology voucher.

How to Enter: Find your favourite photos of art and architecture around the world in your camera roll Upload the photo to your social profile, remembering to use the tag #DestinologyDepART so we can see all of your wonderful entries.

The winner will be announced on 01.10.2025. Good luck!