Ace Camps Travel was born with the goal of creating immersive learning journeys all over the world.
Ace Camps Travel designs and hosts artisan workshops, diverse journeys and creative immersions all over the world. Our intricate network of local experts and personal connections allows us to offer our guests access to experiences and events that you simply could not get on your own.
Our retreats and workshops are filled with education, adventure and fantastic opportunities to spend time with other curious minds who seek cultural immersion and connection.
How do I book an Ace Camp?
Find the ACE CAMP you are interested in and click on the “Learn More” button.
Read the TRIP OUTLINE, PAYMENT DETAILS + ITINERARY specific to the Ace Camp you would like to attend. If you’d like to join the trip, click the “Book Here” link to complete the Booking request form. If the trip is full and you’d like to be added to the Waitlist, click the “Waitlist Registration Here” link.
Please note it may take a day or so to respond to bookings requests. Once we have reviewed and approved your booking request we will send you an email confirming your space on the trip and you'll be sent information regarding your deposit. After receiving your payment and signed Ace Camps Travel Trip Agreement we will confirm your booking and spot on the trip is secured.
Who Travels With Us?
Ace Camps are open to solo travelers and small groups of friends and family who are registered to participate. Our guests hail from all over the world and such diversity of ages and nationalities makes for an enriching cultural experience and gives us the opportunity for us to share creativity from varied sources of inspiration.
Ace Campers are often artists, professionals, chefs, photographers, authors, and anyone who is interested in traveling and connecting with people and artisans who share a common interest in learning, travel, and culture. Our tours generally attract open-minded travelers. If you are not open to spontaneity, whims of the group, or if you prefer an unadulterated structure on every minute of your journey, Ace Camps may be not for you. We believe in going with the flow and being open to impromptu experiences creates adventure and a special learning environment. Solo participants must be at least 21 years. Yes, men are most welcome to participate in the workshops!
Can I Contact You To Find Out Who Is Going On The Trip?
For privacy reasons, we cannot provide you with advance details on your traveling companions. However, our Ace Camps appeal to a wide range of travelers, most of whom share an adventurous spirit and are like-minded. If you're interested in connecting with others booked on your upcoming trip, we often start a group chat and invite those who want to introduce themselves.
How many guests are on each trip?
We believe it is important to keep group sizes small so everyone can get to know each other. Our group size is typically 6 - 12 guests.
Will I have any free time?
During our longer travel experiences, you may have the flexibility of a free day or two to explore the city you’ve traveled to either on your own or with your new friends. Your Ace Camps Tour Manager can also help provide you with suggestions of what to do during your free time.
Can I choose to share a room with someone or to have a room to myself?
Ace Camps Travel strives to find unique accomodations for every trip. As such, the types and number of rooms available will vary. For each of our trips, you'll find the details about rooms and the associated pricing in the "Rooming Options" section of the trip details page. Room types are limited so you'll want to book as early as possible for the best chance at securing your preference.
What Type Of Instruction Is Offered?
You will learn and participate in hands-on learning enriched by lectures, demonstrations and practical experience all while you explore a new destination in a unique way. Some of our leaders will teach informally with a hands-on-in-the-field approach and some will have structured lectures and demonstrations.
We continue to grow and develop as we learn about new respectful ways of traveling with our groups, supporting local people in the countries we travel to, searching for new experiences, creating partnerships with instructors who travel with with us and those who teach in the countries we travel to. We encourage and value in the experience of locals and guests learning from one another.
How does payment work?
Once we have reviewed and approved your booking request we will send you an email confirming your space on the trip and an invoice for your deposit.
For bookings more than 120 days before the trip start date, your fees will be split into two payments. There will be an initial deposit to secure your place on the trip with the remaining payment due on the date indicated on the individual trip details page or your invoice. For bookings less than 120 days from the trip start date, there will be one payment, a deposit for the full price of the trip.
Once we send you an invoice, you will have 48 hours to complete the payment or your spot on the trip will be offered to someone on the waitlist and you will be subject to our Cancellation policies as outlined in our Terms and Conditions. Payments are accepted by credit card and all fees are to be paid in US dollars.
When I sign up what's included with the fees?
The inclusions of each Ace Camp are different and dependent on the location and workshop. You'll find “what’s included” information on each individual trip details page.
Do The Trips Include Airfare?
As our guests arrive from all over the world to begin our tours we do not include airfare in our prices.
What’s not included?
International roundtrip airfare, visa fees or any necessary fees into and out of the country required by local governments and personal Travel Insurance are not included in the trip price. Alcoholic drinks during included meals, activities and meals not included in the trip itinerary, hotel incidentals including room service, laundry service, hotel bar tabs, food and beverages not included in itinerary and expenses during free time are not included in the trip price.
Please note, Ace Camps Travel, LLC. requires all travelers have travel insurance that includes trip cancellation/disruption, medical insurance and medical evacuation before departure. You are responsible for acquiring your travel insurance. There are many vendors to choose from, such as World Nomads.
Do I need a travel visa?
Requirements for travel visas vary widely depending on your nationality and your destination. These requirements differ from country to country and are subject to change. You should plan to contact your government office far enough in advance to obtain all required documents and approvals.
Can I bring my spouse, partner, or friend if they are not taking the workshop?
This is always a tough question for us as we understand in some cases participants are traveling to other cities and are including the Ace Camp as part of their vacation. It depends - if the accommodation is based on double occupancy or we are staying at a house where space is limited it would be best to contact us to discuss. Remember - this is your learning time and sometimes the workshop works best when you venture on your own. We actually don't encourage it - and hope you can meet up with your spouse or travel partner after the Ace Camp.
How Does The Waitlist Work?
When an Ace Camp fills, we start a Waitlist. There is no charge to be on the Waitlist. If space becomes available, we will individually contact people on the list. Once we contact someone, that person will have 24 hours to let us know before we move on to the next person. If a space becomes available within 30 days of the trip start date, we will contact all persons on the Waitlist by email and space will be given to whoever contacts us first. You can register here for our Waitlist.
What is your Cancellation Policy?
You can find our cancelation policy in the "Cancellation by You" section of our Terms and Conditions.
I have a Dietary Concern
Ace Camps strives to find the freshest food, take you to the coolest restaurants, and explore local cuisine with special meals. If you have questions or concerns about a dietary preference or allergy, please contact us prior to submitting your booking request so we can discuss options and limitations. On most tours we try our best to cater to dietary concerns and allergies as long as we have prior knowledge. Unfortunately, there are a few locations where we cannot manage specific dietary concerns or allergies - on tours where this is the case it will be noted on your Ace Camp Travel trip detail page.
Covid-19 Policies + FAQ’s
Please review our full Covid-19 Policies + FAQ’s by clicking HERE
On this page you will find details about our vaccination policies, safe travel guidelines and frequently asked questions.