A growing number of globe-trotters are keen to pick up something less tangible and more enduring than a snow globe or even a limited-run Birkin: a new skill. Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve partners with SurfX. During the two-hour workshop, guests learn about the history of Colombian coffee and explore different brewing and serving methods. Sure, you may not leave with barista-level skills, but a deeper appreciation for your daily cup of coffee is guaranteed. Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa, brings guests together with Daisuke Shimizu, a master of Kiyomizu ceramics.