This is the way to travel–in a small group where Artistic Gourmet Adventures takes care of every detail–lovely chateau, gourmet food, fascinating locations, & transportation at your doorstep. Our group’s trip to the Loire region of France was fabulous in every way. I felt like a princess. Thanks Kim, Walter, and Glenda!   D. Prillaman

Beginning Fall, Winter 2018 and extending into Spring and Fall 2019, Artistic Gourmet Adventures will be available to create and host amazing workshops, corporate retreats, family vacations and friend get-togethers in North America. Bring your top team for a incredible Corporate Retreat. Fancy skiing in Canada? Beaching in Cabo? Perhaps sitting by the fire in a log cabin in Vermont. Artistic Gourmet Adventures will be your pampering hosts, taking care of finding high end accommodations, scheduling daily local activities, spa days, chauffeured transportation and don’t forget our very own Le Cordon Bleu- Paris alum, Chef Walter Eagleton, creating multi course meals for your luxurious culinary enjoyment! So contact us now with YOUR desires and budget and we will get to work! No idea is off limits. It isn’t too early to create YOUR OWN Adventure or Corporate Retreat of a Lifetime in North America! We look forward to serving you.

Email us at info@ArtisticGourmetAdventures.com

(What happens after Spring 2019? We are back in Europe creating more magic in France, Italy, the UK and places beyond!)

Example Retreat/Vacation:

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Jackson Hole Retreat/Vacation Example Itinerary

Tuesday

  • Guests arrive at Jackson Hole Airport (JAC)  in the mid-afternoon.

  • AGA meets and escorts party to Lodge in two vans to Lodge 1 hour drive

  • Welcome canapes and drinks served on terrace overlooking mountains.

  • Party given tour of Lodge and escorted to rooms to unpack and relax

  • Pre-dinner cocktails served

  • 6:30 pm Dinner prepared and served by Le Cordon Bleu-Paris educated Chef Walter and the AGA Staff

  • Rest of the evening to relax and enjoy the Lodge: theatre room, hot tub, in-house bowling, in-house golf

Wednesday

  • Homemade buffet breakfast created by AGA and enjoyed on Terrace

  • 7:30 am Golfers leave for Golf Resort  1 hour drive

  • 9:30 am Stay at home Guests ready for One-Hour in house massage (3 therapists) with pre-treatment Sparkling Wine (Please see Thursday’s itinerary for other half of Party)

  • 12:30 pm Golfers return to Lodge

  • 1:15 pm Light Lunch served at Lodge prepared and served by Le Cordon Bleu-Paris eduated Chef Walter and the AGA Staff

  • Relax and enjoy the Lodge

  • Canapes and pre-dinner cocktails served

  • 5:00 pm Dinner prepared and served by Le Cordon Bleu-Paris educated Chef Walter and the AGA Staff

  • 6:30 pm Leave for Jackson Hole Rodeo experience (50 minute drive) “VIP Behind the Chutes Experience!
    “Here at Jackson Hole Rodeo we realize that not everyone has been exposed to the way of life that we are accustomed to, we would like to offer a sneak peek at a little behind the scenes action.  This is a very special opportunity to go behind the chutes where the cowboys and cowgirls prepare to do battle in the arena.  You will see the raw untamed, unedited, and uncovered underbelly of the sport, where getting dirty goes from possibility to inevitability.  We need to warn you that this is not the sterile version of the rodeo that most of the public sees you will be exposed to livestock and contestants, harsh language and manure are very possible.  We will give you a tour of the back pens and give you an chance to meet cowboys and cowgirls as they prepare their equipment.  This opportunity is limited to 12 people, and as we have said  you will be so close to the action you can almost touch it, not the safe fenced in version of the rodeo most folks see.  This experience is not without danger, please dress accordingly, that means don’t wear sandals unless you like the feel of bull poop between your toes!  This ain’t cheap, and not always pretty, but it is REAL!”  Regular experience in the Stands is also possible without behind the scenes for those who don’t want to get mucky!

  • 11 pm Return from Rodeo experience

Thursday

  • Homemade buffet breakfast created by AGA and enjoyed on Terrace

  • 7:30 am Option A-Fishers leave for Private Half-day Fishing Lesson
    “This day consists of learning the basics of fly fishing, fly casting and learning the waters of the trout. Snacks and beverages are included. This trip is for the guest that would like to learn fly casting without a full day fishing or prefers not to float fish. What’s Included: •Transportation to and from the river •Everything you will need to fish with your experienced guide, i.e. rain gear, fly rod, spin casting rod, etc… •Snacks and beverages”

  • Option B- Private Half-day Fishing
    “This trip includes 4 to 6 hours on the river floating and fishing. Snacks and beverages are included, excluding fishing license and wading gear. This trip is perfect for guests who may have other activities planned for the same day or early evening. What’s Included: •Transportation to and from the river •Everything you will need to fish with your experienced guide, i.e. rain gear, fly rod, spin casting rod, etc… •Snacks and beverages”

  • 9:30 am  Guests ready for One-Hour in house massage (3 therapists) with pre-treatment Sparkling Wine

  • 12:30 pm Fishers return to Lodge

  • 1:15 pm Light Lunch served at Lodge prepared and served by Le Cordon Bleu-Paris educated Chef Walter and the AGA Staff

  • Shopping Jackson Hole Village

  • 6:00 pm Canapes and pre-dinner cocktails served

  • 7:00 pm Dinner prepared and served by Le Cordon Bleu-Paris educated Chef Walter and the AGA Staff

  • Rest of the evening to relax and enjoy the Lodge: theatre room, hot tub, in-house bowling, in-house golf

Friday

  • Homemade Buffet breakfast created by AGA.

  • Guests may choose Option A-5:30 am Leave for Jackson Hole to meet up with Guide for 6:30 am departure of Full Day Private Safari Tour of Yellowstone National Park (50 minute drive to meet guide)   Private tour “Join an experienced naturalist guide on a wildlife safari tour of Yellowstone National Park. We will focus on the geology, wildlife, and natural history of Yellowstone National Park while customizing the safari around your specific areas of interest. We will start the day by traveling north through Grand Teton National Park entering Yellowstone through the South Entrance. We then travel around the entire “lower loop” road visiting famous Yellowstone features like the Continental Divide, Old Faithful, Fountain Paint Pots, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Hayden Valley, Mud Volcano, Yellowstone Lake and much more. Wildlife will also be a priority as we travel through the park with opportunities to see moose, elk, deer, bison, pronghorn, fox, coyote, bald and golden eagles, black bears, grizzly bears and even wolves depending on season. Your knowledgeable guide will make frequent stops as opportunities for wildlife viewing present themselves. The route each day will vary depending on wildlife, group interest and road conditions.
    Included: Pick-up in Jackson Hole, an experienced naturalist guide, small groups, a light breakfast, a gourmet picnic lunch (weather permitting), organic snacks, fresh fruit, drinks, a customized souvenir water bottle, use of auto-focus binoculars, spotting scopes and learning materials.”
    Duration: 10-12 hours. Arrive back at Lodge approx 7:30 pm

  • Guests may choose Option B-Half Day Safari tour of Grand Teton National Park 2:00 pm Leave for Jackson to meet up with Guide for 3:30 pm departure (50 minute drive) “We begin this wildlife photo tour by heading north along the western boundary of the National Elk Refuge to Grand Teton National Park. Here we will travel along the southern park roads watching for wildlife and stopping frequently for photo-ops. You will see places like Antelope flats, home to historic homesteads and free ranging herds of bison and pronghorn. We will also show you the Moose-Wilson road famous for abundant flora and fauna. Wildlife we frequently encounter on this trip includes bison, elk, deer, moose, pronghorn (aka antelope) fox, coyote, bear, bald eagle, trumpeter swans, and if we’re lucky wolves. If time allows we might choose to stop at the Jackson Visitor Center or the new Moose visitor center in Grand Teton National Park. The route varies seasonally based on group interest, road closures and wildlife migration.
    Included: Jackson Pick-up, an experienced naturalist guide, small groups, organic snacks, fresh fruit, drinks, a customized souvenir water bottle, use of auto-focus binoculars and spotting scopes. Duration: 4-5 hours.”  Arrive back at Lodge approx 7:30pm

  • 7:30 pm Return to Lodge for Canapes and pre-dinner cocktails.

  • 8:30 pm Dinner prepared and served by Le Cordon Bleu-Paris educated Chef Walter and the AGA Staff

  • Rest of the evening to relax and enjoy the Lodge: theatre room, hot tub, in-house bowling, in-house golf

Saturday

  • Homemade buffet breakfast created by AGA and enjoyed on Terrace

  • 11:00 am Leave for Rafting or Float

  • 12:15 pm Launch-Option A-Description—“Midday Float with Teton Views – Includes Lunch (13-Mile Scenic)Enjoy a peaceful float down the Snake River. As your guide rows you along the scenic Snake River plains, simply relax and take in the beautiful scenery and wildlife views all around you. The Grand Tetons are the backdrop for your departure, so cameras and binoculars are welcome on all trips. This trip includes a deli box lunch served on the river while you float. Lunches are provided by a local restaurant here in Jackson Hole. We can accommodate vegetarians, and some gluten allergies, please speak with our staff in advance to arrange these adjustments. For all other food allergies we recommend guests bring their own food along, and our guides will be more than happy to carry it for you to eat with the other members of your group.
    RAFT TRIP DETAILS:
    The magnificent Teton Range sets the stage for our 13 mile Scenic Float trips. This trip starts west of the town of Jackson and winds its way south through braided river channels and sand bars. This 13-mile stretch is home to an array of natural wonders unlike anywhere else on earth and the opportunity to view them all in one place is extremely rare. This trip comes with a free lunch served on the river.
    This trip launches from the Wilson Bridge Boat Ramp. Our experienced and knowledgeable guides will navigate you through this pristine landscape, sharing the history, geology, and wildlife of the region. Due to calm waters, cameras and binoculars are generally fine for this stretch of river, though we do not guarantee their safety. You may see beaver, cutthroat trout, cliff swallows, osprey and bald eagles on your trip. A lucky few may even catch a glimpse of a mule deer, moose, elk or even a grizzly or black bear.
    BOAT TYPE: This trip features our full-sized AIRE inflatable, self-bailing, 18’3″ raft. It seats 16 people but we average 10 guests per boat. All positions in this raft are non-paddling positions. Just relax and take in the beauty of Jackson Hole.” duration 3 hours

  • 11:30 Launch-Option B Description–”Cast Iron Riverside Lunch . . . Small Boats
    Sometimes, it’s nice to take a break from the rapids, sit back, and enjoy the beauty of the Snake River Canyon. This river trip follows the same white water stretch of the Snake River in our smallest boats with a stop for a cookout at Mad River’s riverside camp in the Snake River Canyon. Mad River has hired a professional chef to cook meals for our guests on the river. Our Executive Chef Ty Hess prepares a fresh, from scratch and ever changing menu at our riverside dinner site. Chef Ty has over 17 years of professional culinary experience in world class restaurants and is stoked to be on the river cooking outdoors. The cuisine hails from the Low Country of Charleston, S.C., where Ty studied his craft. Our Chef brings a bit of the South to the Mountain West and the Snake River using fresh local ingredients.
    RAFT TRIP DETAILS:
    People come from all over the world to experience our newly designated “Wild and Scenic” river. Join us on the 8-Mile Whitewater in the Snake River Canyon and you’ll see why the Snake River is such an unforgettable place. We welcome everyone from first timers to return rafters on this trip. So whether you’re a newcomer, it’s been 30 years, or you’re a seasoned river rat, come early and experience the Snake River Canyon.
    This trip launches from West Table Boat Ramp in the Snake River Canyon and winds its way south toward Alpine, WY. You’ll travel 8 river miles from start to finish.
    There are about 8 sets of rapids, ranging from class I and II to class III. Various river features encountered along the way include Lunchcounter and Big Kahuna rapids, Million Dollar Fishing Hole, and Double Draw. You’ll pause just after the gauging straights for lunch at Mad River’s exclusive riverside camp at Blind Canyon, overlooking the two largest rapids in the canyon.
    At the end of your meal, you will hit the water once again to finish out your whitewater experience with the biggest rapids in the canyon up first. Your guides will inform you on the history of the area as well as the local flora and fauna.
    The Snake River Canyon is rich in geological history and your guide will point out some of the features that make this canyon unique. You might see river otters, osprey and bald eagles on your trip. The lucky few might even catch a glimpse of a mountain goat, a mule deer, an elk or even a grizzly or black bear.
    BOAT TYPE: This trip features our small raft. This raft is an AIRE inflatable, self-bailing, 15’6″ raft. This is an 8 man raft. There are 6 paddling positions and 2 non-paddling in this raft. All AIRE rafts are made in Meridian, Idaho, USA.”  4 hour duration

  • 3:30 pm Leave for Lodge 42 min drive  

  • 6:15 pm Canapes and pre-dinner cocktails.

  • Service of Private Sommelier for wine pairing and education .

  • 7:00 pm Dinner prepared and served by Le Cordon Bleu-Paris educated Chef Walter and the AGA Staff

  • Rest of the evening to relax and enjoy the Lodge: theatre room, hot tub, in-house bowling, in-house golf

Sunday

    • Homemade buffet breakfast created by AGA and enjoyed on Terrace

    • Leave for Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) for mid-morning flight 1 hour driv

  • All departure and travel times are accurate, but may vary.  Itinerary may vary or substitutions made due to unforeseen circumstances.

    What’s Included 

    • Round trip ground transportation from and back to Jackson Hole Airport

    • Two vans for daily transportation with two drivers.

    • All the excursions and services on itinerary above.

    • All wine and cocktails while at Lodge (averaging four glasses of wine at dinner and 4-5 pre-dinner cocktails)

    • Service of Sommelier for wine pairing and education during Saturday evening dinner.

    • Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners while dining at Lodge prepared by Le Cordon Bleu-Paris educated Chef Walter and served by AGA staff

    • All services of Chef, sous-chef, four wait staff and full time service of two professional bartenders (to be confirmed). Daily light housekeeping.

    Not Included

    • Airfare

    Other activity options

      • Trail Ride  Half Day Ride: 3-3 1/2 hour ride
        “All bookings are private rides. Groups are not mixed.
        Winding through the shaded forest and bright grassy fields our half day ride is our most popular ride. Easy to moderate in difficulty, advanced riders will enjoy the scenery and first time riders will be able to relax and enjoy themselves.
        Included during your ride:
        Lunch-
        Morning rides: lunch will be provided after the ride.
        Afternoon rides: lunch will be provided prior to the ride.
        Bottled water
        Snacks for the trail
        Recommended Riding Experience: First time riders thru Expert
        What to Bring / Wear:Sunscreen Sunglasses A light jacket Long pant Closed toed shoes  A camera
        And a great attitude! Your horse, as well as the guides horse will have saddle bags to help you pack anything that you bring along.”

      • Melvin Brewery Tour “Come visit the Melvin World HQ in beautiful Alpine Wyoming, drink a few fresh beers and see the magic happen (brewing) right in front of your eyes! Sounds great! Doesn’t it? To kick things off we have eight fresh taps, tours by request and plenty of Melvin swag available for purchase.”

      • Nightlife Guide
        “Seven Days, Seven Nights
        Jackson Hole has something for every nocturnal creature. Go dancing or take in some live music, meet friends for drinks and a bite or take in a play.  Jackson offers plenty of night life 7 nights a week..

        Mondays: Music in Moose
        On Monday nights, Dornan’s Spur Bar hosts the Hootenanny, an acoustic gathering open to all. Local and visiting musicians are welcome to sign up for a two-song slot. This open-mic style gathering is one of Jackson’s truly unique experiences and should be seen by any music lover.  Sign-up begins at 5 p.m., while the sets start at 6 p.m.

        Tuesdays: Two-Step in Town
        Bluegrass Tuesdays have become a beloved tradition at the Wort Hotel’s Silver Dollar Bar. Jackson’s own One Ton Pig often plays to a packed house, starting at 7:30 p.m. With no cover charge, seats and spots on the dance floor get claimed quickly. After the band stops at 11 p.m. continue dancing at the Cowboy Bar, where a band plays most nights.

        Wednesdays: Bands Abound
        Hump day often finds a concert serenading downtown. Check out the lineup of JacksonHoleLive – an all-ages summer concert series at the base of Snow King. Families and freewheelers flock to the ball field, where food and beverage tents ring the sand and live tunes herald the sunset. Live music continues indoors in valley watering holes like Eleanor’s Bar and Grill, the Pink Garter Theatre, the Wort Hotel and the Cowboy Bar.

        Thursdays: A Tale of Three Breweries & Disco
        Teton palates appreciate good beer – thirsts quenched by a trio of breweries. Snake River Brewing Co. prides itself on crafting world-class beers to match the world-class scenery that surrounds it. A magnet for many awards at national and international competitions, Snake River makes a bevy of tasty brews including its mainstays Snake River Lager, Snake River Pale Ale and organic Snake River OB-1. At its Brew Pub, full mugs complement fresh fare including pizza, salads, pastas and burgers. Meanwhile, the nanobrewery at Thai Me Up crafts creative concoctions like its Melvin IPA, given gold for best American-style IPA at the 2012 North American Brewers Association annual awards. Other Thai Me Up brews nabbed awards as well: Mayhem snagged silver in the Honey Beer category and Brother Ted placed third in Dubbels. Cap the Thursday tour with Disco Night at the Stagecoach Bar in Wilson, a weekly dancefest open to all. On the Moose-Village Road, the Roadhouse recently added a brewery to complement its creative barbecue. The new-brewery-on-the-block recruited a pair of devoted homebrewers to helm the in-house operation and make beers otherwise unavailable in Wyoming, like “The Veil of Composure,” a strong pale ale.

        Fridays and Saturdays at the Pink Garter
        Weekends find folks flocking to the newly revamped Pink Garter Theatre and its craft cocktail lounge, The Rose. Built in the 1950s, the Pink Garter has lived many lives, a creative legacy honored in its respect for banner bands spanning the genre spectrum. Most weekends find some indie group on stage, be it blockbusters like Band of Horses to rising darlings like He’s My Brother, She’s My Sister. Across the lobby glows The Rose, where the vibe is speakeasy stylish (no wonder considering David Kaplan, a Jackson native, and Alex Day, the owners of Death & Co. in New York’s Lower East Side, helped create the bar). The lush list of craft cocktails make The Rose a must stop.”

      • National Forest Half Day ATV Tour
        “We’ll start about 30 minutes North of Jackson in the Bridger Teton National Forest. The trip includes about 2 hours on the trail with great mountain scenery. An excellent option for your family’s first backcountry experience or if you have other activities planned and are looking for a shorter ride.
        TOTAL TRIP TIME: 6 hours
        DEPARTURE TIMES: AM Tour 6:30AM-7:00AM
                                            Midday Tour 9:30AM- 10:00AM
                                            PM Tour 1:00PM-1:30PM
        TRIP IDEAL FOR: Anyone looking for fun on an ATV
        MENU:
        Refreshments are provided on the AM & PM Tours
        Lunch and Refreshments are provided on the Midday Tour
        EQUIPMENT:
        Late model Can-Am 400cc ATVs
        TRIP DETAILS:
        We’ll start the morning by driving along the National Elk Refuge and Antelope Flats. Keep your eyes out for bison, antelope, and moose sightings. This half day trip will originate at the base of Shadow Mountain, and you’ll have about 2 hours on the trail. Excellent Teton views (weather permitting) and photo opportunities.
        EQUIPMENT PROVIDED:
        DOT-approved helmet, rain poncho if needed
        EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
        camera, sunglasses, sunscreen, appropriate footwear, long pants, extra layer”

  • “Two thrilling and speedy adventures, the 2,500 foot Alpine Slide and the new Cowboy Coaster, are located at the base of Snow King Mountain”.

  • TREETOP ADVENTURE
    “Think Swiss Family Robinson meets X-Games! After a safety brief you’ll clip in and ride zip lines, shimmy over suspended bridges, scramble up nets, cross swinging logs, and even ride an aerial skateboard. Kids and adults courses are available.
    The Full Adult Course is a progressive course with green being easiest advancing to black being most difficult. Course elements are 12-80 feet off the forest floor, and include obstacles like wobbly bridges, swinging logs, climbing nets, flying surfboards, and 13 ziplines.

  • Enclosure Climbing Gym
    A year-round indoor rock climbing gym with a huge climbing wall, bouldering wall, and fitness center. Type of Climbing: Sport Difficulty: A multitude of routes that change weekly, ranging from easy to difficult.

    Itinerary owned by AGA/Kim Eagleton