USA ·WORKSHOPS
The good 12 workshops & classes go weeks ahead in season and the rest sit empty for a reason. Below: which is which, and what you get for the money.
Learn gumbo, jambalaya, and pralines in a lively New Orleans cooking class with generous tastings, drinks, recipes, and local stories.
“My wife is the one who luv’s to cook but it was myself that truly enjoyed the experience! Our chef gave a heartfelt presentation full of southern charm and wit. How can you tun down good food, a drink and a flaming desert … it was fun!”
Learn Nashville line dancing from expert instructors, practice popular steps, and receive a souvenir video for $36.55.
“Very fun. An hour well spent. Our instructor was Lisa and broke down everything and made the experience very fun. I would recommend.”
Learn to cook Louisiana classics in a small New Orleans class with wine, beer, a full meal, recipes, and a souvenir apron.
“This was such a fun and informative class . Austin led the group, showing us how to make some wonderfully delicious dishes. He was fun and easy to work with. Recipes were easy to follow and we will definitely do this at home! This is a great experience for anyone, no matter your skill level!”
Learn to surf in Kihei with a small group, friendly instructors, gear included, and a first-wave guarantee for $98.
“The area is a little crowded but works fine for first timers. There are family friendly beaches a short walk away for people waiting on those taking the lesson. There are also some shops and food truck area just across the street to keep people occupied or for something to do afterwards. The lesson was mellow with a quick tutorial and standing up on a wave. Our group was 5 people and we all had multiple chances to try and ride small waves. Everyone in our group was able to stand up and catch a wave. They have a photographer in the water that will capture some of the attempts…”
Explore Charleston’s food history with Chef Forrest Parker on a 90-minute walk, cooking class, three-course lunch, wine pairings, and recipes to take home.
“Unique tour. My wife and I were looking for a food tour but this pairing of history and a great fun meal afterwards was great. we have never even heard of such a tour. Forrest was well informed and interesting on his history tour but even better with the food part. Excellent chef, food was delicious, overall one of the best tours I have ever taken.”
Learn two Nashville line dances in a historic Broadway honky-tonk, with friendly instruction, drinks for sale, and a free keepsake video.
“Two of us already do linedance and made this lession because the third one haven’t danced before. It was fun for all three of us. Lauren did a great job. Thank you so much!!”
Learn gumbo, jambalaya, pralines, and New Orleans food lore in a lively chef demonstration with lunch, drinks, recipes, and store savings.
“Excellent! Lynn was very knowledgeable. The Gumbo, Jambalaya and Pralines were very tasty.”
Learn to surf at Waikiki with gear, safety instruction, and close coaching in a two-hour Hans Hedemann group lesson.
“I really enjoyed the surf lesson! Tyson was a really good surf coach and was very patient with me. I would definitely recommend the experience!”
Create street art with a local Bushwick artist in this hands-on NYC graffiti workshop, with spray-paint lessons, mural work, and an optional canvas to take home.
“EVERYTHING! From the beginning my family and I knew it was gonna be a KOOL experience but it surpassed it above and beyond! Our teacher, who shall remain nameless IYKYK 😂😂😂 , was super dope and not just taught us how to paint but gave us great history about it! My family says this was the favorite of the trip here this time!!!! Shout out to them both IYKYK 😂😂😂😂!”
Learn to surf in Maui with a small group, quality gear, and patient instructors at Outrageous Surf School for an active Lahaina outing.
“We had a blast! Scott was a GREAT teacher! so happy we made the choice to take surf lessons! Would recommend taking lessons earlier in your trip so if you wanted to try surfing on your own, you could rent a board if you wanted. Scott sets you up for success!”
Honest review of New York’s Ground Zero Museum Workshop, with artifacts, audio stories, practical tips, price, location, and who should go.
“Don't bother. It's no where near the memorial site. It's a small room full of photographs, most of which are in the official museum. It was all rather awkward and uncomfortable and amateurish to be frank.”
Make a one-of-a-kind glass flower in Sedona with expert guidance, small-group attention, color choices, and next-day pickup or shipping.
“Such a fun experience! Greg was awesome and patient and taught us along the way. Truly no experience needed and they will mail your creation to your home so you don’t have to worry about keeping it safe as you continue your vacation! Greg even offered to delay our shipment so we would be home to receive it! If you appreciate glass art this is a great opportunity to experience it! Thank you, Greg, this was probably my husband’s favorite part of our trip! We are so looking forward to seeing the flowers we made with you!”
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