Member Travel
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LET US TAKE YOU ON THE ULTIMATE ART EXPEDITION.
Travel with The Contemporary Austin and take advantage of a unique opportunity to challenge your perceptions, question your perspectives, and reawaken your senses through contemporary art.
We promise stellar art excursions like VIP access to art fairs, culinary experiences, and private tours, including personal art collections, artist studios, museum exhibitions, and more.
For access to these travel opportunities, we invite you to become a member of The Contemporary Austin. Regional travel is open to Collector Members and above. International travel is open to Ambassador Members and above.
Besides receiving travel eligibility, your membership supports keeping contemporary art accessible for all through our robust arts education programs, public programs, and exhibitions featuring world-class artists.
Upcoming Destinations
12th SITE SANTA FE International
Jun 25 – 28 (Wed – Sat)
Collector Members & above
Enjoy insider access to the 12th SITE SANTA FE International, featuring 90 artists exploring New Mexico’s multilayered history. Curated by Cecilia Alemani, Once Within a Time centers people—specifically, those who have inhabited, traversed, or left their mark upon the Sante Fe region across the centuries.
Trip Highlights:
VIP Opening Night & Afterparty for the 12th SITE SANTA FE International
Exclusive access to SITE SANTA FE International’s exhibitions and immersive installations
Private tour of the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum
Studio visit with artist David Benjamin Sherry
Shared meals at Santa Fe’s top eateries like the iconic Geronimo Restaurant and the NYT-featured La Paloma
Boutique accommodations at The Parador, featuring curated furnishings by Jonathan Boyd (Boyd & Allister) and contemplative art by David Grey. Guests will enjoy a complimentary chef-prepared breakfast each morning and special group pricing.
$2,700 per person
(airfare, transportation to/from hotel and hotel accommodations not included)
Space is limited! Secure your spot today!
Register for Santa Fe
Registration recommended by June 11.
2025 Bienal de São Paulo & Rio de Janeiro
Sep 23 – 29 (Tue – Sun)
Ambassador Members & above
Journey through Brazil with pioneering art experiences like the 36th Bienal de São Paulo, led under the direction of chief curator Prof. Dr. Bonaventure Soh Bejen. Focused on Latin America and its connection to the art world at large, this is the second-oldest biennial in the world.
Trip Highlights:
VIP Access to the 36th Bienal de São Paulo—one of Latin America’s most important contemporary art exhibitions.
Exclusive visits to leading artist studios and cultural institutions like MASP, Pivô, and PALMA
Private tours of esteemed galleries and collections
Shared meals highlighting the vibrant flavors of regional cuisine
Luxury accommodations at Fasano São Paulo
For those extending to Rio, the adventure continues with studio visits, cultural landmarks like MAR and Solar dos Abacaxis, and two unforgettable nights in one of the world’s most iconic cities.
São Paulo & Rio de Janeiro
$9,920 per person (double occupancy) / $11,711 per person (single occupancy)
(airfare not included)
São Paulo
$6,595 per person (double occupancy) / $7,854 per person (single occupancy)
(airfare not included)
Space is limited! Secure your spot today!
Register for São Paulo & Rio de Janeiro
Registration recommended by May 5.
Questions? Contact us.
Past Trips
Our latest excursion took Members of The Contemporary to Venice, Italy, for the renowned Venice Biennale! Highlights included an exclusive private tour of the Fortuny Factory, an intimate after-hours experience at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection with Associate Curator Grazina Subelyte, and an insider’s look at Pierre Huyghe: Liminal at Punta della Dogana.
These are the kinds of art-filled, behind-the-scenes journeys we curate—offering unparalleled access to the world’s most inspiring cultural destinations. Join us for unforgettable experiences that bring you closer to contemporary art and the people shaping it.
Previous Destinations
