Photography breaks
Filling a photo album with souvenir pictures from a trip abroad is one of the pleasures of travel. Photographs can capture treasured memories forever, and also make stunning images to hang on your walls.
But while technically modern cameras are easy to use, you’re not guaranteed a masterpiece – some creative effort is required. Many hotels worldwide now offer courses in photography, whether for beginners with the dial constantly on ‘auto’, or for those who would simply like a few expert tips.
No Ten Manchester Street, the delightful boutique hotel not far from London’s Marylebone High Street has launched photography weekends with professional photographer Ben Fisher. He shares advice with more experienced photographers on how to achieve special Snap up some lasting memories on an expert photography break effects using di erent shutter speeds and apertures, capturing unforgettable images of iconic sights such as red buses, Marble Arch and the boutiques and quaint streets of Marylebone. From £341 per person, including a three-course lunch at the hotel’s Italian restaurant, Dieci, overnight stay and breakfast. Upcoming dates: 31 May and 2 August.
020-7317 5900, www.tenmanchesterstreethotel.com
Angkor Wat
Meanwhile, McKinlay Kidd offers a group Island Photography Weekend, showing how to capture the landscapes of the Isle of Mull, led by a photographer with local knowledge of lighting, weather and tidal conditions. From £399 per person, including three nights’ B&B and return Oban-Mull ferry for a car and two adults.
0844-873 6110, www.seescotlanddifferently.co.uk
For something further afield, Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor, Cambodia, has tailored photography itineraries based on the region’s natural beauty. The Khmer-style hotel, set in a tropical garden, is in the heart of Siem Reap.
Zooming In On Cambodia includes a full-day excursion with a professional photographer and three-day pass to the Angkor temple complex, home to world-famous Angkor Wat. You’re also shown how to edit images using the latest software and the package is priced from £843 for two nights with breakfast.
0845-077 2222, www.residencedangkor.com
A professional photographer will accompany River Cruise Line’s Rhine Discovery trip aboard MPS Amsterdam from Andernach to Cologne by way of Rüdesheim, Boppard and Bonn, departing 16 October, from £529 per person.
Tobermory, the Isle of Mull
There will be two workshops on board and two walking tours with plenty of photography advice along the way. The price includes full board, Dover-Calais ferry crossing and coach pick-up from regional departure points across the UK.
0844-544 6437, www.rivercruiseline.co.uk
Prices correct at time of going to press.
Contact Wendy at wendy.gomersall@lady.co.uk
But while technically modern cameras are easy to use, you’re not guaranteed a masterpiece – some creative effort is required. Many hotels worldwide now offer courses in photography, whether for beginners with the dial constantly on ‘auto’, or for those who would simply like a few expert tips.
No Ten Manchester Street, the delightful boutique hotel not far from London’s Marylebone High Street has launched photography weekends with professional photographer Ben Fisher. He shares advice with more experienced photographers on how to achieve special Snap up some lasting memories on an expert photography break effects using di erent shutter speeds and apertures, capturing unforgettable images of iconic sights such as red buses, Marble Arch and the boutiques and quaint streets of Marylebone. From £341 per person, including a three-course lunch at the hotel’s Italian restaurant, Dieci, overnight stay and breakfast. Upcoming dates: 31 May and 2 August.
020-7317 5900, www.tenmanchesterstreethotel.com
Angkor WatMeanwhile, McKinlay Kidd offers a group Island Photography Weekend, showing how to capture the landscapes of the Isle of Mull, led by a photographer with local knowledge of lighting, weather and tidal conditions. From £399 per person, including three nights’ B&B and return Oban-Mull ferry for a car and two adults.
0844-873 6110, www.seescotlanddifferently.co.uk
For something further afield, Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor, Cambodia, has tailored photography itineraries based on the region’s natural beauty. The Khmer-style hotel, set in a tropical garden, is in the heart of Siem Reap.
Zooming In On Cambodia includes a full-day excursion with a professional photographer and three-day pass to the Angkor temple complex, home to world-famous Angkor Wat. You’re also shown how to edit images using the latest software and the package is priced from £843 for two nights with breakfast.
0845-077 2222, www.residencedangkor.com
A professional photographer will accompany River Cruise Line’s Rhine Discovery trip aboard MPS Amsterdam from Andernach to Cologne by way of Rüdesheim, Boppard and Bonn, departing 16 October, from £529 per person.
Tobermory, the Isle of MullThere will be two workshops on board and two walking tours with plenty of photography advice along the way. The price includes full board, Dover-Calais ferry crossing and coach pick-up from regional departure points across the UK.
0844-544 6437, www.rivercruiseline.co.uk
Prices correct at time of going to press.
Contact Wendy at wendy.gomersall@lady.co.uk