LIFE-CHANGING CULTURE TOURS OF CUBA, ICELAND, NEW ORLEANS, & SICILY

UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS

Florida Trust’s Lunch & Learn: New Orleans Holiday Heritage Tour

Join us for a virtual Lunch & Learn on July 9 from 11:30 AM–12:30 PM EST. Open to all Florida Trust members and friends, this Zoom session is a chance to learn more about our upcoming New Orleans tour, explore the city's rich history and culture, and ask any questions you may have. Bring your lunch and join the conversation!

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PRCNO Informational Webinar: New Orleans Holiday Heritage Tour

Join the Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans and Project Por Amor for a free informational webinar to learn more about our exclusive six-day New Orleans Holiday Heritage Tour. July 14 from 6:30 PM — 7:00 PM CST

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CULTURE & LANDSCAPES OF NORTHERN ICELAND

JULY 19-26, 2026

  • 7-night stay at luxury hotels including Sand Hotel (Reykjavik), Siglo Hotel, and Fosshotel Myvatn

    18 meals featuring fine Icelandic cuisine

    Private concerts with leading Icelandic ensembles

    Studio visit & folklore talk, plus whale watching in Húsavík

    Guided journey through North Iceland’s charming towns and landscapes

    Relax in hot springs at the Secret Lagoon & Mývatn Nature Baths

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NEW ORLEANS HOLIDAY HERITAGE

DECEMBER 9-14, 2026

    • Five nights at the boutique Henry Howard Hotel in the Lower Garden District

    • Curated culinary experiences including iconic New Orleans dining and a private Feast of the Seven Fishes

    • Exclusive cultural access with expert talks, preservation experiences, and a visit to The Descendants Project

    • Festive holiday programming, live music, and time to explore the French Quarter and Garden District

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SICILY: A CULTURAL ODYSSEY WITH THE PRCNO ~SOLD OUT~

OCTOBER 3-12, 2026

  • Ten nights in Palermo, Agrigento, Siracusa, and Catania

    Walking tours of Palermo's central historic core, Ortygia, Ragusa Ibla, Modica, and Taormina

    Tours of archeological sites

    Mt Etna 4X4 volcano tour

    12 expert local guides with specialties in architecture, archeology, history, cuisine, art, music

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SICILY: A CULTURAL ODYSSEY

SEPTEMBER 19-28, 2026

  • Ten nights in Palermo, Agrigento, Siracusa, and Catania

    Walking tours of Palermo's central historic core, Ortygia, Ragusa Ibla, Modica, and Taormina

    Tours of archeological sites

    Mt Etna 4X4 volcano tour

    12 expert local guides with specialties in architecture, archeology, history, cuisine, art, music

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MOROCCO: WHERE WORLDS CONVERGE ~SOLD OUT~

JANUARY 11-22, 2027

    • 11 nights in handpicked 4-star hotels

    • Expert local guides offering diverse cultural and historical perspectives

    • Included meals: 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 6 dinners

    • Immersive experiences: medina walking tours, cultural workshops, and live music

    • Visits to iconic sites and nature excursions, including a camel ride in the Sahara

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Customize Your Own Group Itinerary

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Invite your group or organization:

Patrons & board members

Loyal fans

Alumni travel

High school & university students

Museums & arts organizations

Theater & dance companies

Bands & orchestras

Cultural institutions

Art galleries

Friends & family

Professional groups (architects, lawyers, administrators)

Corporate events

Conferences

On a specialized tour focusing on:

Music

Dance

Architecture & preservation

Neon & vintage

Photography

Contemporary art

Literature & film

Nature & ecology

Afro-Cuban or Jewish culture

Sustainable agriculture & cuisine

Law (CLE credit)

Humanitarian support

Festivals

To nurture, educate, and fundraise:

Share a once-in-a-lifetime experience with friends or family

Nurture membership & donor relationships

Provide educational experiences for students

Build bridges & develop international partnerships

Fund professional artists’ travel & production costs

Corporate incentive

Raise money for projects back home

Have fun and be inspired by our world!

SCHEDULE A MEETING TO DISCUSS YOUR TOUR IDEA

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WE’RE YOUR CONNECTION TO ICELAND, CUBA, NEW ORLEANS, AND SICILY

Travel on an insider tour customized to your interests. Fundraise for your institution through a fun world-class educational adventure. Offer your students an opportunity to perform abroad. Host a foreign professional exchange. Shoot a film, record an album, or develop a creative project with international artists. Connect with innovators, leaders, and brands. Project Por Amor is your expert ground team.

Organizations we work with

  • Hopkins Center for the Arts at Dartmouth
  • Cal Arts
  • American Composers Forum
  • Lewis & Clark College
  • Stripe payments
  • Mexican American Bar Association
  • Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans
  • Cascadia Composers
  • Chicago Children's Choir
  • Couturier Gallery
  • International Arts and Artists
  • La Plaza de Cultura y Artes
  • Museum of Latin American Art
  • MONA
  • OBERLIN COLLEGE & CONSERVATORY
  • National Children's Chorus USA
  • SLP
  • Preservation Hall Foundation
  • Skirball Cultural Center
  • Tectonic Theater Project
  • TCG
  • Zenon Dance
  • Hopkins Public Schools
  • Lewis & Clarke College
  • Florida Trust for Historic Preservation
  • EOS study tours logo

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Get Our Handpicked Google Maps

Planning a trip or just dreaming one up? Get exclusive access to our custom Google Maps packed with our favorite restaurants, music spots, art galleries, wineries, and hidden gems — straight from our local connections and past travelers.

Our Partnership with Sustainable Travel International

We’re proud to join Sustainable Travel International, a global network committed to making tourism a force for good. This mission-driven organization works with communities and businesses to protect vulnerable destinations and promote responsible travel. Learn more at www.sustainabletravel.org.

Project Por Amor Feature

Last December, we led 32 travelers, including actress Julie Carmen, on a journey to Cuba to celebrate her great-grandfather, José Manuel “Lico” Jiménez Berroa (1851–1917). An Afro-Cuban pianist and composer known as the “Ebony Liszt,” Lico’s pioneering work defied the racial barriers of his time. Our tour revived his nearly forgotten legacy and brought his descendants together across generations. Watch the highlight reel here, and visit www.licojimenez.com to explore his music and an upcoming documentary.

A Trip of a Lifetime.

  • "What a fabulous experience. Sage introduced us to amazing artists, musicians, journalists, storytellers, delicious food, remarkable architecture & breathtaking landscapes. What a fantastic introduction to incredible Iceland."

    Peggy Fariss, Disney Executive Imagineering

  • “Project Por Amor is quite different than your normal tour operator in the personal touch that shows up in every piece of the agenda. They care deeply about each and every one learning what they came to Cuba for.”

    Maura O’Neil, former Chief Innovation Officer of USAID

  • “My favorite high school memory was traveling to Cuba during my senior year during spring break with the band. I got to experience so many new things and it truly was a life-changing trip for me. I developed a deeper understanding of Cuban culture and music and getting to experience it all with my peers was incredible and something I'll never forget.”

    Kaelyn Pecha, Spring Lake Park High School Band

  • "I had an extraordinary trip to Southern Iceland with Project Por Amor. All of the details of the trip were finely thought out to provide an exceptional experience. I greatly appreciated the intimate experiences of visiting artist studios and homes for conversation, viewing visual art and listening to musical performances. The landscapes were amazing and otherworldly as well."

    Elizabeth Wilcox

  • "Our experience in Cuba met and exceeded expectations. If we’d visited Cuba on our own we wouldn’t have had the opportunities and adventures afforded us. Every day was packed with fascinating education, beautiful music, connection with the people, architecture and art, and so much good healthy food!"

    Melinda Soules

  • "This trip to Cuba was honestly the best travel experience I've ever had. The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, the activities were all amazing, and the leaders were beyond expectations. I can't recommend this tour enough. It was a great honor to participate in this once in a lifetime adventure. Thank you!"

    Kathleen Elliot

  • "Five star all the way. Superb planning, timing and interests. Great leaders, lectures, sights, food, hotels experiences and transportation. Cannot imagine a better introduction and understanding of Cuba than we were able to attain from this travel opportunity. The other travelers in the program were an integral part of making the tour such a memorable experience. Thank you!"

    Loren Rice

  • “The trip was drenched in the beauty of Cuba and its lovely people with continual exposure to their music and art.”

    Larry Yeatman, M.D.

  • "There are barely enough superlatives to describe how special Por Amor tours are. We have now done both Cuba and Iceland. Each is made special by the personal connections with local musicians, artists and others. Food is excellent, hotels are clean and comfortable and sometimes luxurious. And if our two experiences are typical, their groups are composed of the nicest most interesting people. Five stars are not enough to indicate how special both the Iceland and Cuba trips are."

    Richard Lempert, Constitutional Law Professor

  • "Project Por Amor delivered to perfection. Sage and his team are extremely professional and organized. From the hotels to visas everything was handled smoothly. His on the ground tour guide was exceptional and we got an intimate experience of Cuban life and culture. We ate at family owned delicious restaurants, saw numerous behind the scenes music and dance performances and art experiences. Sage also took us to some optional extras: arts shows and art fair. The trip was well curated and mindful in giving local merchants our business. Our trip also included UNESCO heritage town Trinidad which was absolutely beautiful. We came back in love with CUBA. Thank you Sage and Project Por Amor."

    Nomita J

  • "Visiting Cuba with Project Por Amor exceeded my expectations in all travel aspects: accommodations, bus travel, architecture tours, music performances and dining! The entire week was curated for a group who loves architecture, music, culture and a strong culinary scene, and Sage and his team provided everything we were looking for. Our tours were interesting, beautiful and informative. We left Cuba with an understanding of Cuba's history and culture and had authentic experiences with its people and way of life. I do not think any other travel group could provide the outstanding experience we had. I highly recommend to anyone, regardless of any age or background."

    Amanda B

  • "A fantastic tour company! We spent 1 week in Iceland (Reykjavík and the southern coast) and it was so enriching and beautiful. Everything was wonderfully organized, accommodations and food were great, and Sage has connections with local artists that really enrich the experience. Would recommend to anyone interested in Iceland and curious about the culture."

    Alexandria P

  • "My wife and I found this tour to be an excellent way to experience Cuba. The accommodations, food and activities were excellent, well paced and thought out. The guides were very helpful always, but allowed us free time to explore on our own. We would definitely travel again with Project Por Amor."

    Kevin W.

  • "My husband and I went on a one week trip to Cuba with Project Por Amor. It was exceptional. Well organized, terrific guides, lots of activities. Our needs were all anticipated and met. We got a good overall understanding of the country and its people. Would highly recommend!!"

    Dee M.

  • "We have done a lot of traveling over the years and I would have to say that our experience with Project Por Amor was top-notch! Our guide Thor really gave us a wonderful taste of Iceland history and culture. The personal experiences with meeting local artists and musicians enriched our experience. We highly recommend this company."

    Barry Meyers, 2025

  • "Some bonds between Sicily and New Orleans are obvious, rooted in the waves of Sicilian immigrants who incorporated their traditions into the cultural fabric of New Orleans. Other connections are more subtle, but reveal themselves at every turn. There is a shared spirit that transcends geography – a certain ease with life, a comfort in imperfection, a joy found in community and conversation. Both places embrace the act of gathering as something sacred rather than incidental: meals stretch long into the afternoon, laughter fills the air, and the lines between family and friendship blur. In Sicily I was constantly reminded of New Orleans: the warmth of a stranger’s welcome, the music that seems to arise naturally from daily life, and the sense that beauty and meaning are not always found in grandeur and elegance, but in the simple pleasures of living fully where you are with the people around you."

    Whiton Paine, Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans

  • "If you’re seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience that immerses you in Sicilian culture and history while still visiting UNESCO World Heritage sites, this tour is the perfect choice. "

    Steve Sweet, New Orleans, LA

  • "Sicily muy bueno! What a revelation. We hardly could have imagined Sicily’s breathtaking beauty and appreciated its remarkable history before taking this tour. It was an unforgettable ten days and the favorite vacation of our lives. We left Atlanta with great anticipation and returned home wanting to share our experience with everyone."

    Lynell Marianetti

  • "Amazing knowledgeable guides and insider / behind the scenes access to Cuban’s homes, art and music made this tour a standout."

    Lorelai A.

  • "This trip by far exceeded my expectations. We were able to experience farm life at its most pure’s form. The people were just beautiful, caring and so inspiring. The cheese farm was amazing. Everything in the trip was different and just wonderful. From farms, wineries, culture, mountains, shopping, history it had it all."

    Rosie Gottschall

At Project Por Amor, our vision is to be the premier conduit for profound cultural exchange, enriching the lives of our guests through deep, immersive experiences that bridge generations and geographies. We invite our guests into the heart of Cuban and Icelandic cultures by connecting travelers directly with the soul of these nations—its people, art, music, heritage, and their unique points-of-view. We envision a world where travel transcends leisure and becomes a transformative journey toward global understanding and lifelong learning. Our commitment is to provide meticulously curated travel experiences that seamlessly blend exploration with education and entertainment, to not only celebrate but also preserve the cultural legacies of our destinations.