Travel with a Muse-inspired programme

The original Nine Muses, of Greek mythology fame, daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne, were believed to have been created to inspire and uplift in times of hardship. As a collective they represented all areas of history, art & culture and science, popular at the time.

Our modernised interpretations of each Muse have been slightly updated to embody areas of modern culture. They are on hand to provide ideas for crafting an inspirational trip based on themes of specific interest to you. Follow one or more of our Muses to see where your next adventure take you.

Link to: Calliope

CALLIOPE

Calliope, meaning ‘the beautiful voiced’ in ancient Greek, was the originally the Muse of Epic Poetry in ancient times, inspiring Homer and Virgil to compose the poems Iliad, Odyssey and Aeneid about the travels, adventures and struggles of the heroes Achilles, Odysseus and Aeneas.

Link to: Clio

CLIO

Clio, or ‘Kleio’ in ancient Greek, was the muse of history. Her name derives from the word ‘kleo’, which means to tell of or make famous or celebrate. Her name means ‘glorifier’, one of the characteristics of historical writing, usually celebrating the accomplishments or deeds of a person or nation. The famous queen Cleopatra was named appropriately as ‘famous father’. Clio will inspire you to follow the footsteps of many famous figures through time.

Link to: Erato

ERATO

Erato was the ancient Muse of Lyric poetry. She is ‘the Lovely one’ as her name derives from the Greek words lovely and to love. Hence she can inspire you to follow a romantic itinerary, pursuing the work of poets through time who have expressed their feelings and passions through words. Erato in her modern form will inspire you to express your passions and interests or loves in the form of art, poetry and lyrics.

Link to: Euterpe

EUTERPE

Euterpe, ancient Muse of flute-playing, will inspire all musicians by traveling to the places associated with great musicians through the ages. Her name means ‘well-pleasing’ in ancient Greek, deriving from the word to please (terpo) and she inspires us to entertain through music.

Link to: Melpomene

MELPOMENE

Melpomene, the ancient muse of tragedy, will bring out the most profound and meaningful emotions, inspiring you with the stories of others. She is the Songstress: ‘melpo: to celebrate with song and dance’. The festival of the Dionysia was held every four years, bringing people from all around the world to the theatre of Dionysius in Athens. The plays combined both dance and song, the realm of Melpomene.

Link to: Polyhymnia

POLYHYMNIA

The ancient Muse of sacred hymns and pantomime, dance, eloquence and praise, her name means ‘She of many hymns’ or many voices; she can therefore inspire you to adapt to speak in many situations, especially in politics and religion.

Link to: Terpsichore

TERPSICHORE

Terpsichore, the ancient Muse of Dance, especially associated with the chorus. Her name means ‘Enjoying the dance’, terpsis, ‘enjoyment or delight’ and ‘chore’, ‘dance’. She will inspire all those who are interested with this art form, whose expression involves artistic movement. Her realm will lead to explore traditional dance and music, folk music and folklore together with the other local traditions that go along with it.

Link to: Thalia

THALIA

Thalia is the ancient Muse of comic drama. Her name means ‘rich, plentiful, abundance and good cheer’ , qualities associated with feasts and banquets. She was also considered one of the Graces, or ‘Charites’ in Greek, the patroness of festive meetings. Thalia will thus inspire you to travel in this spirit, providing  good cheer and happiness.

Link to: Urania

URANIA

Urania, Muse of Astronomy, or the Celestial one. Her name derives from her great-grandfather, Uranos, partner of earth, or Gaia, giving birth to the Titans, Cyclopes and Hekatoncheres, the hundred-handers.