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Travel for Those Who Taste the Difference

Food & Wine Travel Collection

More Than Dining — A Culinary Journey

 

Food and wine aren’t side experiences — they are the destination.

At Lap of Luxury Travel, we design journeys around authentic, elevated culinary experiences — Michelin-starred dining, private vineyard access, hands-on cooking with master chefs, and wine regions where heritage, terroir, and craftsmanship define every glass.

This isn’t about reservations anyone can make.

It’s about access, timing, and local relationships that turn meals into moments.

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Luxury Journeys for the Culinary Curious

At Lap of Luxury Travel, we believe the best way to understand a destination is through its flavors. Our food and wine journeys are immersive, indulgent, and designed for those who appreciate the finer things — from vineyard-lined valleys and Michelin-starred kitchens to family-run trattorias and exotic spice markets.

Each itinerary is hand-curated to blend luxury accommodations with exclusive culinary access — private tastings, chef-led classes, and behind-the-scenes encounters you won’t find in a guidebook. Whether you dream of wine blending in Bordeaux, truffle hunting in Tuscany, or sushi mastery in Tokyo, we’ll tailor the experience to match your palate.

This is not just travel. This is the art of taste, elevated.

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Because the Best Journeys Are Remembered by Flavor

Food & Wine Travel Highlights

 

Truffle Hunting & Pasta Making in Tuscany

Follow a local truffle hunter and his dog through the forests of Chianti, then return to a countryside villa for a hands-on cooking class with fresh local ingredients and Brunello wine pairings.

Private Cellar Tastings in Bordeaux

Enjoy behind-the-scenes access to France’s most prestigious châteaux, meet winemakers, and blend your own bottle during a private Grand Cru tasting experience in the Médoc.

Exclusive Vineyard Access in Napa Valley

Go beyond the tasting room with private barrel samples, sommelier-led vineyard walks, and chef-paired menus at cult wineries like Opus One, Quintessa, or The Donum Estate — all with luxury transport and VIP reservations.

  • Optional Add-On: Stay at Auberge du Soleil or Stanly Ranch for a complete wine & wellness retreat.

Market to Table in Tokyo

Shop Tokyo’s iconic Tsukiji Fish Market with a local chef, then take part in a private sushi-making class in a high-end culinary studio overlooking the skyline.

Malbec & Asado in Mendoza

Tour the sun-drenched vineyards of Argentina’s premier wine region with a private sommelier, followed by an open-fire asado lunch in the Andes foothills.

Wine & Stargazing in Chile’s Casablanca Valley

Discover the emerging luxury of Chilean wine country with guided tastings of cool-climate Sauvignon Blancs and Syrahs, followed by stargazing in the Atacama desert under some of the clearest skies on Earth.

  • Top Stay: Viña Vik — a design-forward retreat with an on-site winery and art museum-level aesthetics.

Tapas Trail & Flamenco in Seville

Stroll the cobbled alleys of Seville with a food historian, sampling artisan jamón, sherry, and Andalusian tapas — ending the evening with front-row seats to an exclusive flamenco performance.

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Food & Wine Experiences, Curated Without Compromise

Tuscany, Italy

Top Resort: Castello di Casole – A Belmond Hotel

Description: A luxury escape offering world-class culinary and wine experiences, paired with exclusive accommodations and curated excursions tailored to food and wine lovers.

Average Trip Cost: $7,500

Flights from Tampa: Economy $850 | First Class $3,900

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Bordeaux, France

Top Resort: Les Sources de Caudalie

Experience: Tour world-famous vineyards and taste Grand Cru wines straight from the barrel. Blend your own bottle and enjoy gourmet pairings on a château estate.

Avg Trip Cost: $8,200

Flights from Tampa: Economy $780 | First Class $4,200

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Napa Valley, California

Top Resort: Auberge du Soleil

Experience: Access exclusive wineries by private appointment, enjoy chef-curated tastings, and unwind in one of wine country’s most elegant spa resorts.

Avg Trip Cost: $6,500

Flights from Tampa: Economy $450 | First Class $1,200

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Mendoza, Argentina

Top Resort: Cavas Wine Lodge

Experience: Discover bold Malbecs during private tastings and enjoy traditional asado lunches against the backdrop of the Andes. Relax in vineyard-view suites with plunge pools.

Avg Trip Cost: $7,900

Flights from Tampa: Economy $950 | First Class $4,800

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Casablanca Valley, Chile

Top Resort: Viña Vik

Experience: Explore emerging cool-climate wines in Chile’s most artistic vineyard retreat, then stargaze in the Atacama under one of the clearest skies on Earth.

Avg Trip Cost: $8,100

Flights from Tampa: Economy $1,000 | First Class $4,600

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Tokyo, Japan

Top Resort: Aman Tokyo

Experience: Shop the legendary Tsukiji Market with a private chef, then learn the art of sushi in a skyline-view culinary studio. Pair with rare sake and kaiseki dining.

Avg Trip Cost: $9,800

Flights from Tampa: Economy $1,300 | First Class $7,000

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Seville, Spain

Top Resort: Hotel Alfonso XIII

Experience: Follow a local food historian through Seville’s hidden tapas bars, then enjoy VIP seating at a flamenco performance in a historic venue.

Avg Trip Cost: $7,600

Flights from Tampa: Economy $820 | First Class $3,700

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“For me, travel is about connection — and there’s no better way to connect with a place than through its food and wine. These are more than just luxury vacations — they’re unforgettable sensory experiences curated to delight and inspire. Join me on one of our Passport Club Culinary Escapes or let’s design something entirely curated around your taste.”

Ready to indulge your senses? Complete the form beside this message, and we’ll begin crafting your epic culinary journey — tailored exclusively for you.

 

 

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  • True First Class & elite suite air

  • Hand-selected 5-star hotels

  • Private chauffeured touring

  • VIP airport handling

  • Zero planning fees — ever

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