First of all, you could take a trip to a destination where you can expect to find ample sketching opportunities and plenty of inspiration. Such a destination could be a nearby city like Paris, brimful of fabulous museums and new exhibitions but also providing plenty of beautiful views and scenes for you to capture on paper.  Alternatively, you could arm yourself with your sketchpad and head to South East Asia and Cambodia and make your attempts to capture the friendliness of the people, the laidback culture and the supreme majesty of Angkor Wat. The travel possibilities for the budding artist are endless. 

One way to make sure that you get plenty of sketching and painting time is to go on a cruise. One problem with travelling is that frequently the travelling takes over and any artistic attempts are soon neglected. A cruise, however, will give you plenty of free time on board to turn your sketches into paintings and set everything down on paper while it is still clear in your mind. Not all cruises have to be ruinously expensive, either. Look for good deals on these sorts of trips, which can be sourced out online from travel companies such as Thomas Cook, and their offer of cheap cruises. You just have to be willing to take the time to search for them. 

Alternatively, you could choose to dedicate your whole holiday to your artistic pursuits by opting to take one of Mitch Waite’s painting holidays. You will spend one week in the South of France, soaking up the splendid views and intoxicating culture, enjoying some of the best of the local cuisine, all the while honing your painting skills under the attentive guidance of professional artist Mitch Waite. For amateur enthusiasts or those hoping to go professional, this is sure to be a highly productive and pleasurable experience. 

Whichever option you select, travelling is a great way to give yourself fresh inspiration and open your mind to new styles, subject matters and even mediums. If you love to paint, why not give it a major role in your next holiday?