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"Thank you for organizing such a lovely trip! The restaurant selections were excellent. I truly enjoyed visiting all the different villages. Cooking with Marc and seeing his castle was top of my list. Also enjoyed the flexibility of having options each day. I never felt rushed or that I had to be with the group all of the time. I love Provence even more because of you. Your website is the BEST I have ever seen. You painted a great picture of what to expect, and you delivered everything as described. I wouldn't change a thing, it was perfect! I'll see you December 2011 for the Champagne Tour." Leslie Santarina, San Francisco, CA (Provence Tour)
"We never knew such a wonderful way to see Provence existed! This trip was exactly what we were looking for and what we needed. We had a fabulous time! Lots of options and every experience was so authentic. Our guide was such an approachable person. We hope to be back soon on another tour." Clyde and Carol Preslar, St. Augustine, FL (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"Loved St. Remy de Provence and its' market and shops! This was a great trip, thanks for everything! I'll be back!" Stephanie Sanders, San Rafael, CA (Provence Tour)
"We had a wonderful experience and fun time! You were very accommodating. We especially enjoyed Marc's cooking class at his family's home and the bistrot dinner!" Andy and Marianne Friedman, Phoenix, AZ (Provence Tour)
"Loved the scenery, markets, walks, restaurants and seeing so much lavender! Excellent variety of activities. Thank you!" Jennifer Tong, Detroit, MI (Provence Tour)
"The cooking classes and hikes were great! The photo opportunities and pace of schedule and walks were very well planned. We really enjoyed that Christy took lots of photos for us to document the trip. Thanks again!" Richard Leung & Linda Jan, Princeton, NJ (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"We loved your consideration to stop for so many photo ops throughout the beautiful countryside. The St. Remy market, the cooking classes, hotel and all of the restaurants were fabulous. It was wonderful meeting you! Thank you for a wonderful time in Provence! See you on your Bordeaux tour next time." Larry and Lyn Christenson, Palo Alto, CA (Provence Tour)
"Our guide's local knowledge and connections to local people and professionals were a real perk on this trip. Made it feel like we were with friends throughout the trip. Her knowledge of local culture, food and history of the area was brilliant. Loved all of the options and flexibility. The trip was well paced and the group dynamic! This trip was even better than anticipated, and I had high expectations. Thank you for a truly exceptional and memorable experience!" Jayne Gowland, Adelaide, Australia (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"Cooking classes and walks were excellent! Thanks for a wonderful week!" Sharon Thiessen, Vancouver, Canada (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"We liked the variety of it all, the St. Remy and Calanques hikes, cooking classes, shopping the markets... We also appreciated your relaxed and cheerful manner of leadership and your knowledge of the local history and culture. Thanks for a great and memorable trip!" Steffie Grow and David Kuncicky, Santa Fe, NM (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"We had a wonderful time! We especially enjoyed the cooking classes, all of the restaurants and loved our huge room at the hotel (gorgeous view). The group was a lot of fun and being able to spend time at Marc's family estate was a special treat. Please look us up if you're ever in NY. " Carmen and Barbara Morano, NY, NY (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"I loved the Cassis calanques walk and town, they were both so fantastic and both cooking classes! This trip was more than I had expected, and we loved every minute of it. There was structure, but not too much. We always had the choice to do many different things and that created a nice pace. I could really relax and enjoy myself. The hotel was also fabulous. Thanks for an excellent week! " Tina Alwin, Fort Worth, TX (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"A thanks for our recent trip to Provence. We had a great time. The dining was surperlative. We really appreciated the schedule flexibility, and our guide was very personable and easy going which helped us to really enjoy the trip. Thanks also for helping with our chocolate and olive oil purchases. Already, the trip seems like so long ago." Conan and Cindy Deady, Freeport, ME (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"Many thanks for a great trip. I loved the hot air ballooning!" Nick Norton, London, England (Loire Valley Tour)
"Loved ALL of it! The pace, variety, quality, sequence of events. Many thanks, you run a very professional and high quality tour. You have exceeded all of my expectations. It has been a memorable trip!" Amanda Croker, Brisbane, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"My favorites were Angelique's cooking class, Damien's wine and extensive cheese tasting and the hot air ballooning. Don't change a thing, it was all wonderful, loved it! I had a memorable week, thanks for everything!" Odette Pagan, Brisbane, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"Dinner with Christophe the last evening was sublime! Enjoyed the order of chateaux we visited. Loved Chenonceau, but the last day had such a lovely feel to it, saving the gardens for last. All of the Chefs were wonderful. Thanks for a fabulous tour, wonderful chateax and superb meals!" Kathy Hirschfeld, Brisbane, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"I LOVED it all! Thank you for a wonderful week!" Sarah Maxwell, Valhalla, NY (Provence Tour)
"The walks were exceptional. Our guide's knowledge was outstanding, lots of options each day and the restaurants were also wonderful! Loved the group we created. Thanks for a great time!" Charleen Siemens, Vancouver, Canada (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"Loved the markets, shopping, the calanques walk and of course the cooking classes. We had a fun time! Thanks again for everything!" Nelly Wong and Sue Ann Ang, Toronto, Canada (Provence Tour)
"I really enjoyed the cooking classes and meals. I also really enjoyed going to the savonnerie. I think it is great that you offer truly off the beaten path visits to places I could not have found on my own. Thank you so much for a great time. I really enjoyed it!" Linda Lorenat, San Mateo, CA (Provence Tour)
"The choice of castles was excellent. Cooking classes, dinners and markets were fun and interesting, and we LOVED the hot air ballooning, it was so much fun. Really enjoyed our guide! Thanks for a memorable time!" Ralph and Stephanie Sorley, Boston, MA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you for everything! We had a fabulous time! Had been waiting for a long time to see the gardens at Villandry." Jean Bloch and travel partner and friend Sonya Pancaldo, Manhattan, NY (Loire Valley Tour)
"I had a wonderful week here in the Loire! Thanks for everything!" Wendy Roberts, San Francisco, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you for a marvelous trip! Our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable and we had great fellow guests! The cooking classes were a lot of fun and the food was great!!" Paul and Fran Biancardi, Sydney, Australia (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"You did a great job! I loved all of the markets, Pascal's cooking class and all of the old villages. Thank you again for everything this week!" Rhonda Harvey, Brisbane, Australia (Provence Tour)
"I really enjoyed our guide, all of the chefs and spending time with the other members of the group. All were great! I also enjoyed touring the castles and lerning the history them, as well as experiencing the delicious, refined dining. Thank you!" Mary Haas, Washington, D.C. (Loire Valley Tour)
"The St. Remy market, cooking classes and making new friends was the real high point of this trip for me, Thank you! Marc's family castle and exploring Cassis was unforgettable and I loved our guide's commentary about all the places we visited. Thank you, thank you, thank you! I had the best time!" Judy Alwin, Fort Worth, TX (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"We loved the planning, commentary and ability to take us to so many special places on this trip! We liked the variety of the villages, the meals and all of the countryside. The walks were memorable and I am so glad I did them (Don)! This trip more than met our expectations. We had a very special experience!!!" Don and Sue Bell, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"Thank you for a wonderful and memorable vacation. I loved Roussillon. It was beautiful and a big surprise for me. I also thought Cassis was very nice, especially the calanques walk. Both cooking classes were wonderful and in wonderful settings. And finally, our guide was perfect - friendly, knowledgeable, interesting and very helpful. It was a great experience for me to see Provence for the first time "off the beaten path"! Merci beaucoup!" Margie Krumholz, Washington D.C. (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"I really enjoyed Marc's and Pascal's cooking classes, our guide and the surprise at the end of the St. Remy walk! Thanks a million. It's a small world, we'll meet again. This was a wonderful experience!" Nel Bretney, Barbados (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"Wonderful group of people and our guide was outstanding. Our hotel was so luxurious and with beautiful scenery. Thanks for a memorable experience!" Elaine Binger, San Francisco, CA (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"Thank you again for a wonderful time. Our guide had such a delightful attitude and understanding of French culture and approach to food, wine and way of life. Loved being in this hotel and the setting! The trip was spectacular! " Persis Knobbe, San Francisco, CA (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"A few words to tell you that we loved the tour and the variety of activities and walks. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about French culture and food (as she was last year when we we're on your Bordeaux Tour), and the cooking classes were outstanding. Each one was so different from the other and the food we prepared was amazing! The itinerary description was "spot-on". This was our 2nd tour, we really like that your tours offer so much quality and value! Continue to keep the price vs. value experience, as we're looking forward to a 3rd trip. Thank you for another excellent time!" Terje and Belinda Gudmestad, Los Angeles, CA (Have been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Best Adventures in Provence Tour, Bordeaux Wine Tour)
"I did want to let you know how much I enjoyed myself on the tour and it certainly will be a highlight to remember - and look at the photos with wonderful memories. I really enjoyed the hot air ballooning, loved the history, all the chateaux were great and interesting. I liked the combination of history, food and wine that this trip offered and the good value of the trip itself. Thanks again!" Lisa Jarrold, Brisbane, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"Great group of people and mix of activities! Thank you for a wonderful trip! Especially enjoyed the cooking classes and castles." Michael and Sue Minshall, Perth, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thanks for a lovely trip! We had a wonderful time with you! We especially enjoyed the cooking classes and visiting all of the smaller villages. Next time we come back, we hope to join your Champagne Tour." Jack and Paula Sherman, New York, NY (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"Thank you for a wonderful experience in the Loire Valley! The people, hotel, activities and restaurants were all fabulous. We had a marvelous time and will highly recommend you to our friends." Joe & Carolyn Sielski, Allendale, NJ (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you for everything, we had a fabulous time! There was a nice variety of activities, the trip was very well paced and there was a lot of attention to detail. And, our guides were very accommodating wherever possible. We would highly recommend this trip!" David and Amy Abrams, Brookline, MA (Best Adventures in Provence Tour)
"Thank you for a great time again! We enjoyed the cooking classes and meeting the Chefs, they were informative and fun! Our guide was excellent...the Balloon ride was a unique experience. And we learned many interesting facts about French history during our tours of the chateaus. We had a lot of fun and really enjoyed coming back for another one of your small group trips." Charles and Susan Kollar, Princeton, New Jersey (Have been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Loire Valley Tour, Bordeaux Tour)
"I loved ALL aspects of the tour; hot air ballooning, wine and cheese tasting, the hotel, our guide, the different castles, the dinners! The cooking classes were especially fantastic. Don't change a thing! You really made this experience wonderful!" Wendy Barnett, Melbourne, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"The trip gets a 5 out of 5! My favorite thing was the extensive cheese and wine tasting with Damien. Thanks to our guide for making this trip so exceptional!" Marti Hyland, Arlington, VA (Loire Valley Tour)
"I loved the cooking classes with amazing Chefs, very high quality! Everything was so smooth, fun and perfectly executed! Thank you!" Melinda Ohmer, San Francisco, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Our guide was terrific! We loved everyone and everything: Christophe and Angelique and making new friends! The trip was full of interesting information and the activities were very well planned and flowed well. We really were able to kick back and enjoy the experience! Thank you sooo much!" Yehuda and Victoria Netanel, Calabasas, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"We were lucky enough to be on your Loire Valley tour in May of 2009. It was spectacular! Everything I had hoped for. I cannot say enough about how enjoyable it was. Our guide was so much fun, so knowledgeable, so professional. She made everything run smoothly and presented the history as if it were a wonderful story book. We were lucky to have her. Thank you!" Todd & Janice Much, Chicago, IL (Loire Valley Tour)
"This was a fabulous way to see the Loire Valley! The mix of activities really made the trip feel extra special, and though I don't cook for myself at home, I really enjoyed the cooking classes and meeting the different Chefs. The trip far exceeded my expectations in every way! I hope to be back soon on your Bordeaux Tour." Hugh McIntyre, Atlanta, GA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you so much for such a great vacation! Katie and I had such fun." Ann Coney and grown daughter, Katie, Stow, MA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Everything was as beautiful and wonderful as I imagined. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, flexible and had a wonderful personality. We loved hearing about the castles before exploring them, and there was a nice variety. Our group was the best! Thank you for a dream come true!" Susan Blakey and grown daughter, Shannon, Dallas, TX (Loire Valley Tour)
"We loved the calanques hike, cooking classes with Marc and Pascal, the markets, the walk in the ochre park. The small group was great, we learned a lot of new things about Provence and France in general, plus we did a lot of relaxing. Thank you! We had a blast!" Brent and Marti Gutwein, West Lafayette, IN (Provence Tour)
"A short note to tell you how much I enjoyed the Provence trip and our guide. Her experience, wonderful, upbeat personality, as well as her extensive knowledge of the region made the week both educational and fun! The walk in Cassis, trying "moules frites," the cooking classes, lunch with Marc and talking about French life and culture were wonderful. I will definitely recommend your company to my friends and family, and don't be surprised if you see me on your Loire Valley trip sometime in the next year or two!" Barbara Teiger, Bloomfield, CT (Provence Tour)
"Loved Cassis and having the option to go on the walk or take the boat out to see the calanques, cooking classes were each so different, and the overall travel experience was very comfortable. I loved that we didn't do touristy things! And, I really liked having a great American guide who, since she lives in France, really knows so much about the country, people and daily life. Thank you for a wonderful trip!" Diane Santarsiero, Monkton, MD (Provence Tour)
"Thanks for taking care of us in Bordeaux. We loved participating in all of the activities on the tour. We could have never organized them ourselves. It was a fantastic trip with fun filled days, a truly remarkable experience. We're hoping to hook up on another one of your tours. Always stick with the best. We will highly recommend this trip to our friends and family." Terje and Belinda Gudmestad, Los Angeles, CA (Bordeaux Tour)
"Loved all of the wine tours and tastings, the bread baking class, cooking class and the hotel! We greatly appreciate your kind consideration and expertise. Thanks for making our tour so enjoyable!" Charles and Susan Kollar, Princeton, NJ (Have been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Bordeaux Tour, Loire Valley Tour)
"Everything really was excellent. The most important factor to me was how comfortable you made the trip for all. It's obviously very important to you that your guests are happy and it shows. This is an incredibly well thought out and planned trip! The variety of activities and winery tours, the different vinification processes and how each is so unique is very well done. There is no repetition and the week just flies by. Not only was it an awesome vacation but I also made new friends, and am very glad we did this trip. Merci!" Dwayne Jarrell and Mike Mitterman, Chicago, IL (Bordeaux Tour)
"We enjoyed the good mix of activities and the fact that the trip wasn't just wine tasting. We had a great group of traveling companions and it was fun getting to know them, as well as meeting the Chefs at cooking class. Seeing the harvest in action was the best! Thank you for taking such good care of us!!" Pam Miller and Jim Rasmussen, Boston, MA (Bordeaux Tour)
"Thank you for such a fun trip! Everyone we met was so warm and friendly. This was our second trip and we surely will be back! You did a great job and we loved all of the activities, you have certainly made this an exceptional experience for us!" Ron and Brenda Clements, Houston, TX (Bordeaux Tour)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our Bordeaux experience with you. Everything was so personalized and the group size was perfect. The variety of activities was very well balanced and our guide was fabulous!" Martin and Patricia Sibliger, Atlanta, GA (Bordeaux Tour)
"Wonderful meals on both tours! The calanques walk in Provence was extraordinary. The market in St. Remy was also a great experience. We really enjoyed participating in the cooking classes (Provence and Bordeaux)...There was such a variety of experiences on both tours...it was fun and enlightening! We had such a great time!" Ed and Janet Wood, Pittsburgh, PA (Have been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Provence Tour, Bordeaux Tour)
"Gosh the activities just got better and better! We loved the cooking classes and wine tasting (both Bordeaux and Provence). The calanques walk in Provence was also great! Saint Emilion village (Bordeaux) was beautiful, and having all of the winery tour appointments (Bordeaux) made for us was very appealing. We really enjoyed ourselves on both tours!" Bob and Eileen Hamilton, Seneca, SC (Have been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Provence Tour, Bordeaux Tour)
"Loved both cooking classes and the pace of the tour! The variety of activities and restaurant selections were fabulous! I had a wonderful time. Thank you so much! I hope to come back with my husband next time." Colleen Flynn, Fort Salonga, NY (Provence Tour)
"We loved our trip! (Loire Valley): The dinner with Christophe and Angelique in their home was wonderful and the hot air ballooning was amazing! Experiencing the different castles was a great mix and all of the stories came together so well. Christine and Bernard at the Chateau des Tertres were wonderful people. (Provence): We loved Cassis and the villages in the Luberon, they were beautiful and charming, and enjoyed shopping at the market. In general all of the meals were unbelieveable, so good!!" David and Lauren Rush, Thousand Oaks, CA (Have been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Loire Valley Tour, Provence Tour)
"Thanks for a memorable experience with your French friends. We came to learn more about wine and are going away with so much more. Chateau Yquem was a real treat!" Dr. Allan and Dr. Shirley Graham, St. Louis, Missouri (Bordeaux Tour)
"The tour far exceeded our expectations! Our guides were very knowledgeable, skilled and organized. Well done and many thanks! I would not change a thing." Patrick & Rosemary Tuohey, Victoria, Australia (Bordeaux Tour)
"Just a short note to say thanks for everything you did on the tour, we really enjoyed ourselves again. We feel very fortunate to have "discovered" your tours, they are definitely the best group tours we have ever been on. We had a great time, it was especially neat to spend so much time with Christophe & Angelique." Bill & Laurie Crimando Grosse Pointe Woods, MI (Have been on 3 Off the Beaten Path Tours (see Bill and Laurie's other commentary on this page) - Burgundy Tour, Loire Valley Tour, Bordeaux Tour)
"(Bordeaux Tour): Everything was so wonderful! Our Chef, his family, our Guides and the winery tours were all amazing! Being able to experience all of the activities of this trip was unbelievable. (Loire Valley): Angelique & Christophe felt like I was having dinner with friends in France, and enjoyed the balloon ride over Chenonceau. Balloon trip!! I am so glad I did it, the view was magnificant! Angelique & Christophe were great, and Bernard & Christine were wonderful!" Laurie Crimando followed by husband Bill's feedback, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI ((Have been on 3 Off the Beaten Path Tours (see Bill and Laurie's other commentary on this page) - Loire Valley Tour, Burgundy Tour)
"The hotel accommodations were great! Our guide was fun, knowledgeable and friendly. And being invited to cook and dine with Christophe and Angelique in their home was definitely one of the many highpoints. Thank you for a wonderful experience!!" Duncan and Mary Ann Aldrich, Reno, NV (Loire Valley Tour)
"This was a marvelous trip, everything was so personalized. I especially enjoyed the bread making, cooking class and the superb wines." Dudley & Rita King, Hilton Head, South Carolina (Bordeaux Tour)
"We had a spectacular time! We saw France as insiders and felt like we spent the week with friends and family! Thank you for a wonderful vacation! We look forward to another Off the Beaten Path tour!" John & Barbara Lawless, Hendersonville, NC (Bordeaux Tour)
"On a scale of 1 to 10, your Champagne tour gets a 100!!! By far one of the best small group trips we have been on. There was so much attention to detail and ensuring that each of us was well attended to. Our entire group really felt very welcome and special everywhere we went, like everyone was happy to see you, our guide, and us, as your guests! Thanks from all of us for a memorable time! We're looking forward to another trip with you!" Tom & Priscilla Peters and friends, San Francisco, CA (Private Group Champagne Tour)
"Thanks for the trip of a lifetime! We want to come again. Hotel was excellent, relaxing, quiet and very conveniently located, the pace of the trip was just right, loved the cheese maker's farm and the potter's workshop, the restaurants were wonderful experiences and our guide was very informative and accommodating!" Teri Foster and Harmony Rodriguez, Oxnard, CA (Provence Tour)
"We are world travelers and this was our first time joining a tour group, and we had the time of our lives!! We really enjoyed learning about Provence with a knowledgeable guide who was fun, cheerful and helpful, as well as meeting the other trip guests. From the Luberon villages, both cooking classes to our hotel in Saint Remy de Provence, this was an exceptional and relaxing experience!" Loren and Althea Korte, Lexington, MA (Provence Tour)
"Thank you for the wonderful tour and excellent care during our trip to the Loire Valley. Happy Holidays and best wishes for the New Year!" Jim & Deb Hassell, Anchorage, Alaska (Loire Valley Holiday Tour)
"We enjoyed every minute of this trip! The history of the Loire Valley castles was interesting and the hot air ballooning was fabulous. There was a nice balance between the gourmet meals and walking at the castles. We had the time of our lives! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!" David and Sue O'Brien, Brisbane, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"Our sincere thanks for a wonderful week! We thoroughly enjoyed being introduced to the history, culture, food and wine (with generous application) of the Loire Valley. Our guide made this a truly memorable experience!" John and Kathleen Newcombe, Brisbane, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you for a great vacation! Our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. Gordes and Roussillon were marvelous and I especially enjoyed the cooking classes." Julia Holmes, Silver Spring, MD (Provence Tour)
"The mix of all the different experiences made this a totally enjoyable visit! I loved the cafes, food, cooking classes, the little villages, cassis and calanques and the other guests! Our guide was really knowledgeable, and went out of her way to make this an unforgettable vacation for all of us in the group!" Ross Lomon, Toronto, Canada (Provence Tour)
"Thank you for a wonderful time! Our guide was a delight; very knowledgeable and friendly. I loved the calanques, cassis village and the cooking classes. Marc was very charming and his family villa stunning. This was an excellent way to discover Provence! Thank you again!" Gail Janes, Washington D.C. (Provence Tour)
"We had a marvelous time!! The cooking class with Christophe and Angelique was highly enjoyable. I am not a knowledgeable cook so I greatly enjoyed our time with them. Our daily excursions to the castles were very well balanced and informative with free time to explore and have lunch. Our guide was very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. And, I absolutely was thrilled with the hot air ballooning, it was excellent!! Our pilot, Charles, oozed with French charm. Thank you again for a enjoyable trip!" Ted and Bar Hewlett, Essex, UK (Loire Valley Tour)
"Everything was as beautiful and wonderful as I imagined. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, flexible and had a wonderful personality. We loved hearing about the castles before exploring them, and there was a nice variety. Our group was the best! Thank you for a dream come true!" Susan and Shannon Blakey, Dallas, TX (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you so very much for organizing our trip. You did an outstanding job! Many fond memories of this trip will keep us going for years to come. We really liked everything we did, especially the hot air ballooning, because we had never done it before!" Leo and Sue DeVarenne, Rockford, Michigan (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you, it was a wondeful trip! Everything was fantastic! Our guide was very knowledgeable and had such a warm and humorous personality. We especially enjoyed the variety of castles and gardens, the gourmet dinners and our evenings with the French Chefs." Brian and Sandy DeVarenne, Chicago, Illinois (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you for sharing these wonderful places and experiences in the Loire Valley! We had a delightful time and really enjoyed the mix of castles, villages, meals and our favorite, the hotel! Christine and Bernard's hotel was so beautiful and inviting!" Mike and Kathleen DeVarenne, Rockford, Michigan (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thanks a lot for a great week!!" Tim DeVarenne, College Station, Texas (Loire Valley Tour)
"This was the most enjoyable small group trip we have ever been on! From our guide to the meals, the hotel and everything in between, we can't tell you enough how fabulous it all was!! We will definitely recommend you to our friends and family." Sean & Tina Zeigler, NY, NY (Provence Tour)
"Thank you for a wonderful 'first time' experience to France. Provence is so beautiful and the people we met throughout the trip were so friendly. We really enjoyed every day!!! We plan on coming back hopefully next year for the Loire Valley Tour." Dave & Joyce Johnson, Chicago, IL (Provence Tour)
"Thank you for the most wonderful vacation we have ever had!! Our Guides were the best! Their knowledge, thoughtfulness, flexibility, liveliness and inspiring conversations will stay forever in our memories. The hotel was absolutely delightful. We really enjoyed the composition of the group and the size of the group, as well as our visits of the Castles, the meals, balloon ride, wine tasting, markets and cooking class! We so much appreciate everything you did for us!" Marilyn Bartholme and John Simon-Ash, Mahwah, New Jersey (Loire Valley Tour)
"Our trip was so much more than we expected, very personalized and I had such a wonderful time!! Our Guides were exceptionally knowledgeable about the region, French history, cuisine, culture and wine. We met many of our guides' local friends who are prominent chefs and wine producers. I loved everything we did from the cooking class and wine tasting to all the castles we visited and the hot air balloon ride. The week was exciting and fun, and I especially loved meeting all of the Chefs following our dinners." Linda Sites, Los Angeles, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thanks for a great tour!!!! The food and wine was fantastic, hospitality of Christophe and Angelique was enjoyable, friendly and educational. Christophe Cosme's kitchen experience was great, as were the castles and hot air ballooning. And our guide was informative, helpful and friendly." Catherine Perkins, Brisbane, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"We enjoyed all of the towns visited, plus the cooking classes and cheese maker. The variety of restaurants provided a good cross section of the region, and our guide, was informative and helpful!" Roy & Susan Postel, St. Louis, MO (Provence Tour)
"We really enjoyed the small group size, we had a good chemistry. The goat farm, cooking classes and calanques walk were great, as was our guide who was prepared, knowledgeable, friendly and helpful throughout the trip!! The tasting menus were delicious!" Sam and Shannon VanLandingham, Terre Haute, IN (Provence Tour)
"Thanks for a great tour!!!! We had a fabulous time! Our guide was very knowledgeable, the food out of this world and it was a pleasure to get to know the other guests!" William & Catherine Kingsley, Encino, CA (Provence Tour)
"Now that we're back home, I just wanted to email and tell you how much we enjoyed our time in Provence with your company. Everything from the cooking classes to the meals, Cassis walk and markets was amazing!! We will highly recommend you to all of our friends!" Thomas & Barbara Williams, Chicago, IL (Provence Tour)
"What a wonderful trip!!! The hotel was so beautiful, and Bernard and Christine were the perfect hosts. I loved all of our meals and being able to meet the Chefs after dinner! Our Guides were flexible and knowledgeable about everything. There are too many things I loved about the trip to list them all!" Janet Coe, Los Angeles, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Our Guides and our hosts at the hotel were delightful. Our Loire Valley experience was a complete success! Thank you so much for making our trip such a wonderful experience! The hotel was beautiful, the food out of this world and all of the activities were exceptional!" Hannah Jones, Los Angeles, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"The dinner at the 13th century chateau was outstanding, as were the evenings with each of the cooking class Chefs. Enjoyed the chateaux visits, hot air ballooning and our knowledgeable guide." Veronica and Herb Stein, New York, New York (Loire Valley Tour)
"Additional note sent to us: I loved the Chateaux, meals, the hot air ballooning, the other tour participants and our tour guide and her willingness to share information about life in France. (An added note sent to us from Kay): Thanks very much for the picture. It is nice to have it to remind us of the tour. We continue to think that you offer a first class tour. I must confess that one of my best stories has been about our balloon ride." Admiral Ralph and Kay West, Arlington, VA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Enjoyed the castles, meals, balloon ride, special guides, plus our main tour guide and her attitude and knowledge." Ralph West, Arlington, VA (Loire Valley Tour)
"I DID find this entire experience was remarkable! Our Guide was fabulous, knowledgeable, courteous and engaging! I was amazed that every walk and winery tour could be so different and exciting. Thanks for the excellent food, lots of great wine and good company, thanks for a fabulous time!" Lauren Sheridan, New York, New York (Bordeaux Tour)
"I loved tasting wines under the guidance of our Tour Guide, Antoine and Remi! We all agree that this was a wonderful trip!" Dr. Cathleen Dohrn, Chicago, Illinois (Bordeaux Tour, 2005 Tour de France Tour)
"What a fabulous trip, it far exceeded all of our expectations! Thank you for everything, especially for having taken such good care of us and providing such a memorable experience of the Bordeaux wine region!" Don and Christine Allen, Queensland, Australia (Bordeaux Tour)
"Yes all four ladies (who by the way are very sweet) had a wonderful trip. Thank you so much for making their trip so special. I have to tell you that you have been delightful to work with and I hope I can send a few more clients your way. I will be seeing Marci for lunch this Thursday, so I am excited to hear all about the tour." Take care, Nicky Maga, Travel Agent, Los Angeles, CA (Has sent clients on at least 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Loire Valley Tour, Provence Tour)
"The variety of activities really interested me, especially having enough time for the markets. Loved the gourmet dining and learning more about cooking techniques. The hotel and it's location were perfect." Elizabeth Wittwer, Kalamazoo, MI (Provence Tour)
"I really enjoyed our tour leader, cooking and eating with Erick and Madeleine at cooking class, all the restaurants and shopping at the markets." M. Hines, Los Angeles, CA (Provence Tour)
"The Loire Valley trip was my first trip to France, and I would highly recommend it! Our stay at the very charming Chateau was perfect. The owners made our stay seem as though we were in the home of friends. The wine and the food was beyond wonderful. Visiting the home of chefs, Christophe and Angelique was a definite highlight. I learned a great deal while having such a fun time on this trip! The value I received for the money spent was well worth it. This was a trip I will always remember, Thank you!" --Karen Paige, San Diego, Calif., (Loire Valley Tour)
"We very much enjoyed our trip to the Loire Valley with your organization. We felt that the overall organization was excellent and the general ambiance of the group was also very good. There was a good balance between chateau visits, dinners and free time. If anything we would have liked a scenic walk to help us walk off the wonderful dinners! Congratulations and Thanks!" Ada & Sam Moshinsky, Melbourne, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you for a great time! It was a lot of fun getting to know the group and the different activities really added to the experience of being amidst historic castles that were amazing! I am looking forward to another trip with Off the Beaten Path" Monica Merkel, Danbury, Connecticut (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you for a most enjoyable and delightful tour! Each place had its' own charm & personality." Douglas & Beatrice Norrie, Calgary, Canada (Loire Valley Tour)
"Nice to know that booking through your company is easy, with integrity and a good service so will not hesitate including your products in the future." Kindest Regards, Jo Wisniewski, Travel Agent, New Zealand
"We liked them all, the castles, the cooking class and wine workshop, cheese tasting, and had fun with Angelique and Christophe during cooking class and wine tasting!" Jim and Charlene Geers, Los Altos Hills, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Wine & cheese! Feel like I got a real understanding of the Loire Valley, its people, culture and places. Loved the variety of activities, cooking lessons, castle tours and the intimacy of the hotel and not having to move around, and the flexibility of the program was wonderful. Thank you also to our friendly guides!" Karin Heller, Washington D.C. (Loire Valley Tour)
"Unbelievable meals and wines! It was great to learn about France and the French with someone who also understands the American perspective! The architecture of the castles and cathedrals was dazzling. This was a great experience with a well balanced itinerary full of interesting activities!" Gretchen Heller, Washington D.C. (Loire Valley Tour)
"Everything came together to compliment a wonderful experience. Good friendship, a wonderful host, to arrive as strangers and leave as friends! Thanks for making it a trip to remember! A special thanks to our guide, for a wonderful trip and marvelous friendship." William (Bill) Jones, Johannesbourg, South Africa (Bordeaux Tour)
"Awesome experience! Worth waiting 50 years for (celebrated her 50th birthday on this trip). Thank you Antoine, Claire and family for making us feel so welcome. Thank you for a wonderful trip, hopefully the start of many more trips here and in South Africa." Joanne Jones, Johannesbourg, South Africa (Bordeaux Tour)
"The people were the best, I immediately felt as if I were with long time friends. Bread making was an outstanding experience, and the walks and food were wonderful! Antoine and Claire made me feel like a member of the family not like a guest. Highly recommend this trip! Our Guide was perfect." Sandra Stranz, Chicago, IL (Bordeaux Tour)
"Staying with the Chef and his family was exceptional with a personal and intimate atmosphere. We had the opportunity to get to know a French family. The experience with the baker is one I will never forget. Yvan and Pierrot were awesome. I feel like I lived a part of the French culture." Denise Wahlenmaier, Columbus, OH (Bordeaux Tour)
"Greatly enjoyed our Guides and the other guests in the group. My favorite activities were the Saint Emilion Walk and cooking classes. I also enjoyed learning some less romanticized tid-bits about life in France from the citizens. Looking forward to coming back for your Provence tour!" Jacob Wahlenmaier, Columbus, OH (Bordeaux Tour)
"The other guests in the group were quite pleasant, and I appreciated our guide's mellow vibes and calmness. The castles made the trip and Christophe and Angelique were just wonderful." Kim Moritsugu, Literary Author, Toronto, Canada (Loire Valley Tour)
"Food was fabulous, our guide was very warm and friendly and willing to answer all our questions. Christophe and Angelique were knowledgeable and delightful." Janice Makhlouf, Los Angeles, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Really enjoyed our guide, Chefs, Angelique and Christophe (and his apple tart), the castles, excellent choice of restaurants, the 13th century chateau being a fabulous setting for dinner, and finally, our beautiful and quiet chateau accommodations. (following is 2nd comment sent to us) Its been a while since I returned from the Loire Valley trip. I just wanted you to know what a wonderful time my sister and I had with on the tour. I am putting my pictures and momentos in a scrap book. As I am looking at all the beautiful Chateaux we visited I am just overwhelmed by the beauty of them all. Its was positively one of the best trips I've ever taken. I absorbed so much. The food was exquisite and the people of France were so warm and wonderful. I loved our evenings with Angelique and Christophe. I bought a copper pan in which to make my tarte. I purchased it from Williams Sonoma exclusively to make the famous Tarte Tatin for which Christophe won his award. You were just wonderful. It was a very warm experience." Diana Pleva, Los Angeles, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"I enjoyed the historical background in conjunction with the castle visits, highlighting personalities and drama, Socializing with our hoteliers and the chefs. Our guide was fantastic, very pleasant and knowledgeable." Frances Stiff, Journalist, Ranch & Coast Magazine, San Diego, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"I enjoyed our guide's warmth, care and willing assistance and Christophe and Angelique's hospitality, plus the variety of cuisine and wines." Norm Butler, Sydney, Australia (Loire Valley Tour)
"I loved the little villages with the great lunches and dinners, the cooking class at Badia a Coltibuono was amazing, accommodations and pool an absolute paradise and just truly enjoyed all of the hands-on experiences throughout the week, plus loved our guides, "go with the flow girls"." Katherine Gee, Hendersonville, NC (Has been on 3 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Tuscany Tour, Loire Valley Tour, Provence Tour)
"Loved going to all of the local Italian places and meeting local people, shopping at the quaint boutiques, open markets and local grocery store, the gourmet dinners and different wine tastings were wonderful and I was thrilled about ringing the doorbell at Al Gallopapa! Another wonderful time with you all" Mary Elisabeth Camuso, Lawrenceville, GA (Has been on 3 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Tuscany Tour, Loire Valley Tour, Provence Tour)
"This tour is great! It was wonderful to dine with amazing chefs, loved the food and great socializing. Mixing the group up at dinner created a very nice atmosphere to mingle. Loved the dinners and wine!! Thank you for an excellent time!" The Kelly Family, Richmond, VA (Loire Valley Tour)
"What a lovely trip and people! I especially enjoyed our time with Christophe and Angelique and the guided tours of the chateaux(castles), as well as the dinners. By far one of the best trips we have ever been on! Thanks for making it so special!" David & Kristen Hill, Midland, TX (Loire Valley Tour)
"Wow, the trek up Ax-les-Thermes along the Tour de France route was great! The comraderie of the group, socializing with fellow sports watchers, plus talking about so many other subjects and getting to know the group was exciting. Cooking class and the wine tasting workshop were awesome." Cathleen Dohrn, Chicago, IL (Tour de France)
"The cooking class and owners at Chateau Castelbon were fabulous, what a great day, they made our experience very entertaining, and the folks we met on the tour were great fun to be with." Ken & Liz Davis, Melbourne, Australia (Tour de France)
"We thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience, the TDF stages, cooking class, meals were out of this world and it was a pleasure to get to know the other guests and the guides. Hope to see you on another trip soon!" Laura Leal and her co-worker and travel buddy, Christine Murdock, Johnson City, TN (Tour de France)
"Really liked the guides, seeing the Tour de France in person and the Chateau Castelbon cooking class day. Great people, easy-going and relaxed!" Ron and Philippa Lawrence, Taupo, New Zealand (Tour de France)
"Enjoyed the Chateau Castelbon cooking class experience and meeting all of the guests! Liked being supported by the guides yet being free to explore independently. The guides had a great attitude, friendly, positive, can-do atomosphere and got us to great viewing locations." Matt Benoit, Chicago, IL (Tour de France)
"I can't begin to tell you what a great experience I had last week - I've been going on and on to anyone who will listen about what a great program you and your company run. I have been looking at the Loire Valley Tour and when I come again, I would really like my husband to join me." Deborah Pearson, Racine, WI (Provence Tour)
"Everything was great- the cooking class was wonderful, as was the pottery maker and the cheese maker, the historical trip and Arles was also great!" Ted Shapiro, Long Island, NY (Provence Tour)
"Just wanted to let you know what a fantastic time Ted & I had in Provence! The cooking class the last night was a fabulous way to end the trip! Each tasting dinner was better than the one before (they were all so good!), getting to visit with the "real people" of Provence gave a real feeling for the area. This was my first organized trip and I didn't think I would like a group tour, but our guide made the week extremely enjoyable and it just flew by. I have made new friends to keep in touch with and I am looking forward to coming back for your Loire Valley tour. Don't change a thing it was a total joy!" Diane Shapiro, Long Island, NY (Has been on 3 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Provence Tour, Bordeaux Tour, Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you for enlightening my view of the culture and lifestyle of the people of Provence. I will remember this trip with fond memories. Please keep me updated on your schedules!" Natalie Goldberg, NYC, NY (Provence Tour)
"Thank you for a wonderful Bordeaux experience. All the hosts and guide, Claire, Antoine and Christy were great! I enjoyed all of the culinary preparation, cooking over the open fireplace every night and the Saunternes walk and winery tour & tasting." Susan Lee, Pittsburgh, PA (Bordeaux Tour)
"It was a great trip! I really enjoyed the cooking classes, meeting Christine and Bernard, shopping and eating lunch in the small villages, and learning so much about all of these beautiful castles. As always, you've done an outstanding job, and the memories of this trip will stay with us for years to come! See you on another trip soon!" Katherine Gee, Hendersonville, NC (Has been on 3 Off the Beaten Path tours: Loire Valley Tour, Provence Tour, Private Tuscany Tour)
"I enjoyed meeting Bernard & Christine and Angelique & Christophe, they were all so kind and friendly. The Goat farm was also a wonderful experience. I'll see you next year!" Jerry Tanner, Macon, GA (Has been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Loire Valley Tour, Provence Tour)
"Thank you for a great time, it was really a wonderful trip." Mamie Camuso, Macon GA (Has been on 3 Off the Beaten Path Tours (see additional commentary on this page) - Loire Valley Tour, Provence Tour, Tuscany Tour)
"Everything you planned was great! I liked the history, art and all of the side stories that go along with the big picture. Shopping was fun and the balloon ride was fantastic. I also enjoyed all of the local people you involved in the trip" Miriam Langley, Macon, GA (Loire Valley Tour)
"What a friendly atmosphere, knowledgeable guide, the personalized attention was great. It was a lot of fun spending the evening with Angelique and Christophe for our cooking class and potager tour." Camille Zeleny, San Diego, CA (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you so much for a marvelous week. I had an absolutely wonderful experience! The places we visited and restaurant choices were superb. The mix of activities was outstanding. I look forward to taking another trip with your company. Our guide's love of France was infectious, Merci beaucoup for the trip of a lifetime!" Maria Infanger, Chicago, IL (Provence Tour)
"Thank you for making this trip special and so much fun! Especially loved the markets, les Calanques, Aix-en-Provence and St. remy. P.S. Hope to see you on another trip" Marcia Slomowitz, Chicago, IL (Provence Tour)
"Thanks for the trip of a lifetime! We want to come again. Hotel was excellent, relaxing, quiet and very conveniently located, the pace of the trip was just right, loved the cheese maker's farm and the potter's workshop, the restaurants were wonderful experiences and our guide was very informative and accommodating!" Teri Foster and Harmony Rodriguez, Oxnard, CA (Provence Tour)
"Thank you for a wonderful experience in the Loire Valley! The people, hotel, activities and restaurants were all fabulous. We had a marvelous time and will highly recommend you to our friends." Joe & Carolyn Sielski, Allendale, NJ (Loire Valley Tour)
"Guides and group were all very polite and worked well together, group very accommodating! Liked meeting and talking with French people from the villages and other countries. Guides had a great attitude, enthusiasm and love of the country, culture and Tour de France! Merci Beaucoup!" Pat Perry, Houston, TX (Tour de France)
"I wanted to tell you what a great trip we had. The Tour was fascinating, I'm so glad that I got to experience it. The food was great and thank you so much for the wine. We will enjoy it at home and fondly remember our trip with you. It took a lot of work and it was wonderful!" Tom & Sue Hunter, Los Angeles, CA (Tour de France)
"We had a great time on the tour and want to thank you for all you did to make it enjoyable!" Ralph & Bobbi Terkowitz, McLean, VA (Tour de France)
"A fantastic group of people, best tour group I have been on. It was a great week! We had a great time!" Don & Christine Benson, Brooklyn, NY (Tour de France)
"I enjoyed being a part of the 'Tour de France' experience! This was a very unique tour and worth the early departures and late returns!" Glenn & Sandy Holladay, Charlotte, NC (Tour de France)
"I liked the finish stage day, all of the meals and the organization of getting us to the prime viewing locations!" Danielle Lee & David Lester, Alexandria, VA (Tour de France)
"Great job of scouting prior to our arrival! It really made a difference in providing us accessibility to the Tour de France. All three tour guides were great & Christy was outstanding in terms of taking care of things/planning ahead. I liked the variety-start, finish, on road viewing. It really was a great group of people! Overall, a fantastic trip!" Andy & Sarah Warner, Atlanta, GA (Tour de France)
"Thank you for such a personal view of Burgundy. Your expertise made it a remarkable experience that my sister and I will never forget! Vive la France, Vive Off the Beaten Path!" sisters Bayla Silbert & Judy Schroff, Port Washington & Buffalo, New York (Burgundy Tour)
"Thank you so much for a great time! We really enjoyed all of Burgundy. You were wonderful. Hope to see you soon for another visit!" Bill & Laurie Crimando. Jr., Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan (Burgundy Tour - 1st of three tours)
"You deserve a giant THANK YOU! People have been asking me how I enjoyed the trip, and I tell them all that you did an outstanding job!" Pam Lassiter, Boston, MA (Bordeaux Tour)
"Our guide's flexibility was amazing, we saw things not scheduled, and she went way out of her way to make sure we had the time of our life." Eric & Pat Robb, Toronto, Canada (Bordeaux Tour)
"Things we liked the best included Chateaux Margaux, our guide, the bike ride, lunch in the park & Bergerac." Mary & Bill Katschilo, Toronto, Canada (Bordeaux Tour)
"One of the most beautiful regions of France I have ever seen, and a huge THANKS to you for making it a special week! Loved everything, but best of all the gourmet meals!!" Catherine & Gene Lorrey, Seattle, Washington (Have been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Burgundy Tour, Loire Valley Tour)
"Once again you've put together a fun experience in France!" Cathey Mayes, Austin, Texas (Has been on 3 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Loire Valley, Provence Tour, Tour de France)
"Thanks so much, this was our best trip ever!" Tony & Patricia Thompson, Nacogdoches, Texas (Tour de France)
"The planning & activities were great! The whole group worked well together. This trip was perfect for my dad & I. THANKS!" Sean Ward, Las Vegas, Nevada (Tour de France)
"I liked EVERYTHING! The group clicked immediately. I felt like I had known everyone forever!" Shannon Labheart, London, UK (Tour de France)
"Thanks for a great tour!" Dusty Davison, Bainbridge Island, Washington (Tour de France)
"Thank you for a superb time!" Eunice Brock, Chapel Hill, North Carolina (Provence Tour)
"Loved the meals, Strasbourg, the private tours of the Humanist Library in Selestat and the Underlindten museum in Colmar, and enjoyed our conversations with our guide! This was a great introduction to France!" Leslie Rigg, Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Alsace Tour)
"I loved that I could be casual and not have to see every tourist attraction but rather stroll through a town and observe Provence culture, sipping coffee at a cafe, eat courses of food and smelling the air!" Carol Harvey, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Provence Tour)
"Just a short email to tell you what a wonderful time I had in Provence! The villages, markets, our hotel, the food, cooking class, the friendly people, just fabulous!" Beth Francell, Fort Davis, Texas (Provence Tour)
"Don't change a thing! I'll see you next year." Cathey Mayes, Austin, Texas (Has been on 3 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Loire Valley Tour, Provence Tour, Tour de France)
"I loved where we stayed. The variety of activities was wonderful. The selection of castles was helpful to understand French history. I enjoyed the culinary expedition & especially the goat cheese farm!" Stacey Outten, California (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you, I really enjoyed the cooking lesson, goat farm visit, choice of restaurants, the hotel, learning French with our tour guide & her attention to detail throughout the program." Leslie Outten, Chicago, Illinois (Loire Valley Tour)
"The trip surpassed my every expectation, and what a wonderful group of people to travel with" Jim Rich, Tulsa, Oklahoma (Loire Valley Tour)
"I loved the ambiance of the country, the pace is slow and wonderful. The castles we visited were great. To be walking the same walks as 15th & 16th century greats is mind boggling. The itinerary is perfect" Bob & Cindy Leavens, Ashland, Oregon (Loire Valley Tour)
"We had a most wonderful time and look forward to coming back for another tour" Connie Kelly, Portland, Oregon (Loire Valley Tour)
"Thanks so much for a fabulous experience! I look forward to another adventure with you!" Ellie Breskot, Chicago, Illinois (Provence Tour)
"Thank you! I enjoyed the wine tasting at Mas de la Dame, our gourmet dinners, the St. Remy market, St. Paul de Mausole and Glanum" R.W. Bass, Atlanta, Georgia (Provence Tour)
"We had a superb overview of Paris, and our guide was the best we could have hoped for. She showed us a most beautiful city. Our days were well planned." Rena Beaton & sister Floy, Toronto, Canada (Paris Tour)
"What a thrill it was to galavant around the French countryside with you! What a wonderful experience for our first trip to the Loire Valley" Brent Whitted, Santa Monica, California (Loire Valley Tour)
"Merci! Thank you so much for everything. I loved being with all of the group! I hope to be on another of your wonderful tours!" Linda Irey, Severna Park, Maryland (Has been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Paris Tour, Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you for a truly wonderful experience in France! I hope to return again to see the rest of this beautiful country." Mary Ann Dziak, New York (Has been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Paris Tour, Loire Valley Tour)
"What a fast week! It was full of beautiful sights and wonderful food. Thanks for making it extra special! I have truly enjoyed all of my time in France!" Brenda Fewox, Tampa, Florida (Has been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Paris, Loire Valley Tour)
"It was a wonderful trip! Hope to see you next year." Dianne Blanke, Charlotte, North Carolina (Has been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Paris, Loire Valley Tour)
"Thank you so very much for a great week in France! I enjoyed the cooking classes and meeting the group!" Charon Willis, NYC, NY (Provence Tour)
"A marvelous trip! We appreciate all you did for us during our tour of Provence!" Mamie, Katherine & Jerry, Atlanta, Georgia and Orlando, Florida (Have been on 3 Off the Beaten Path Tours (see additional commentary on this page)- Provence Tour, Loire Valley Tour, Tuscany Tour)
"Thank you for a great trip in both Paris and the Loire Valley! Tom and I had the best time ever and appreciated all that we experienced." Tom and Janice Rogan, New York, New York (Have been on 2 Off the Beaten Path Tours - Paris Tour, Loire Valley Tour)
"Our tour with OTBP was one of the hi-lites of our Europe trip...Thanks again for the great trip last summer." Tim and Patsy Marshall, Irvine, California (Tour de France)