Chris Michalak , Huntington Beach, CA - Fantastic.

Ann McDevitt , Burlington, MA - Amazing.

Marilyn Haupt , El Campo, TX - Our tour was carefree. Everything was well organized.

Betsy Martinson , Denver, CO - This was an amazing immersion into nature and wildlife, with every day bringing a new adventure. If you love being outdoors, seeing and learning new things, and getting a bit of a workout as you go, this is the trip for you.

Terry Maguire Klausmeier , Lake Forest, IL - This was the trip of a lifetime! Dreams fulfilled, new and old friends coming together, the beauty of the land, and some much needed “me” time. Every day was as perfect or better than the day before!

Cecile Grudzinski , Fort McMurray, Canada - I have traveled to some pretty incredible places. This Galapagos trip was one of the best and will stay in my memory for a very long time. I highly recommend this tour.

Nancy Michalak , Farmington Hills, MI - Absolutely amazing, trip of a lifetime.

Marty Hackenbruch , Anchorage, AK - I think it was The most wonderful trip in my life. The group I was with were the friendliest helpful people that I ever met. The host treated us like we were his kids and made sure that everyone was all right. Thank you for the great experience.

Lynda Lucas , Pinehurst, TX - This has been a bucket list travel spot most of my life. It far exceeded my expectations! I thoroughly enjoyed the group, the pre-island tour and all the little side trips along the way. The islands and animals can't be matched anywhere else.

Marti McAllister Wolf , Sequim, WA - Awesome sights, great adventures, busy, busy, busy.

MaryAnn Dude , New Berlin, WI - I thought that the tour was well planned. The activities were interesting and informative and the fellow tour people were friendly.

Dorothy Orr , Anchorage, AK - This tour met all of my expectations, with no disappointments. Each of the planned, and especially the unplanned excursions were a vital part of the entire experience. I will also say that the group made the trip as special as it was; we did not have any negative people in the group and everyone seemed to look out for the best interests of others.

Diane Hyde , LaHabra, CA - This was the ideal trip! The “attractions” were fantastic. However, the best part of the trip was our fellow travelers. Everyone was kind, congenial in every way possible. Thoughtful of our leader and of the other travelers!

Jan Potter, Scottsdale, CA - "Based on the experience I have had on two of Craftours adventures, I would recommend any of their trips to everyone - whether or not they are a quilter. My first trip was South America and it was amazing. The accommodation were wonderful and the Galapagos, Machu Picchu, and the Amazon filled every day with new and exciting experiences that will be remembered for a lifetime. Of course, traveling with a group of people with similar interests made the trip even more memorable. I had visited Africa many years ago but decided to take the Kenya tour with Craftours. A day with the Quilt Guild of Kenya and a hot air balloon ride (in a balloon that held 18 people) over the game parks ending with a champagne breakfast with the animals all around us are just a sample of the diversity of the activities of this adventure. Comparing photos of all the animals we saw each day with the other travelers in the evening was so much fun. And hearing Alex Anderson describe watching the baboon break into her room through the window was hilarious. Accommodations on this adventure were equally memorable.They ranged from the luxury of the Mt. Kenya Safari Club to a tent with a hot water bottle to warm your bed on a chilly night.It was an exhilarating experience I will never forget."

Rhonda Denney, Canon City, CO - "I have been a couple of Craftours tours. The first was a 15 day trip to South America (the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon River basin and Machu Picchu). The trip was a treat from beginning to end. I felt pampered the entire time. I thought that the entire staff did an outstanding job coordinating things.The theme of the trip encouraged quilters (and their significant others) to go so that we all had a common link. I felt that the size of the tour group was very good; small enough that we all got to know each other during the trip. In fact, I am still in contact with friends I made during that trip. That was a trip of a life-time!
And, because that trip went so well, I was inspired to go on another trip in 2011 with Craftours. The next time was a 12-day Safari expedition to East Africa. The trip was a mixture of wonderful safari treks in many beautiful safari parks throughout the region to ensure that we got the chance to see a plethora of local wildlife. There were side trips to villages, local fiber groups and artisans. The trip was very well planned. The places we stayed were top-notch providing many comforts to be appreciated. I did think that the group was too large and there were times when the group size caused problems with coordination and timing of agenda items. I guess I prefer a smaller group so I can get to know everyone; or at least have the opportunity to do so. This trip was fun too because there were a contingent of people who had been on the earlier South American trip so we had a small reunion!
Nice job on everything! I highly recommend Craftours if you want adventure without concerns about being taken care of. I always keep my eyes open for other potential trips!"

Susan Phillips Moskowitz, Palo Alto, CA - "I loved the trip. It was so much fun. I loved the crafts and meeting the artisans in person. I also loved watching the TV production."

Zoe Enright, Cincinnati, OH - "Great introduction to Ecuador and a lot of fun trying different crafts."

Sara Borr, Norristown, PA - "A totally enjoyable trip. All the craft people we met were fantastic. So willing to share their special talents with us. Very friendly people.The trip was well planned and offered a variety of crafts.Our tour guide, David, was great. Went out of his way to make all of us happy. Took us to great places to eat and enjoy the Ecuadorian cuisine, not the tourist trap kind of places. The film crew, as usual, great. Hard working but also fun to work with. What can I say about Jim? He is the best. Having done 6 shows and traveled to Vietnam with him, knowing he is a genuine, kind, person who make sure we are learning,meeting interesting people, and at the same time having a great time."

Jan Potter, Scottsdale, CA - "Based on the experience I have had on two of Craftours adventures, I would recommend any of their trips to everyone - whether or not they are a quilter. My first trip was South America and it was amazing. The accommodation were wonderful and the Galapagos, Machu Picchu, and the Amazon filled every day with new and exciting experiences that will be remembered for a lifetime. Of course, traveling with a group of people with similar interests made the trip even more memorable. I had visited Africa many years ago but decided to take the Kenya tour with Craftours. A day with the Quilt Guild of Kenya and a hot air balloon ride (in a balloon that held 18 people) over the game parks ending with a champagne breakfast with the animals all around us are just a sample of the diversity of the activities of this adventure. Comparing photos of all the animals we saw each day with the other travelers in the evening was so much fun. And hearing Alex Anderson describe watching the baboon break into her room through the window was hilarious. Accommodations on this adventure were equally memorable.They ranged from the luxury of the Mt. Kenya Safari Club to a tent with a hot water bottle to warm your bed on a chilly night.It was an exhilarating experience I will never forget."

Rhonda Denney, Canon City, CO - "I have been a couple of Craftours tours. The first was a 15 day trip to South America (the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon River basin and Machu Picchu). The trip was a treat from beginning to end. I felt pampered the entire time. I thought that the entire staff did an outstanding job coordinating things.The theme of the trip encouraged quilters (and their significant others) to go so that we all had a common link. I felt that the size of the tour group was very good; small enough that we all got to know each other during the trip. In fact, I am still in contact with friends I made during that trip. That was a trip of a life-time!
And, because that trip went so well, I was inspired to go on another trip in 2011 with Craftours. The next time was a 12-day Safari expedition to East Africa. The trip was a mixture of wonderful safari treks in many beautiful safari parks throughout the region to ensure that we got the chance to see a plethora of local wildlife. There were side trips to villages, local fiber groups and artisans. The trip was very well planned. The places we stayed were top-notch providing many comforts to be appreciated. I did think that the group was too large and there were times when the group size caused problems with coordination and timing of agenda items. I guess I prefer a smaller group so I can get to know everyone; or at least have the opportunity to do so. This trip was fun too because there were a contingent of people who had been on the earlier South American trip so we had a small reunion!
Nice job on everything! I highly recommend Craftours if you want adventure without concerns about being taken care of. I always keep my eyes open for other potential trips!"

Sara Borr, Norristown, PA - "A totally enjoyable trip. All the craft people we met were fantastic. So willing to share their special talents with us. Very friendly people.The trip was well planned and offered a variety of crafts.Our tour guide, David, was great. Went out of his way to make all of us happy. Took us to great places to eat and enjoy the Ecuadorian cuisine, not the tourist trap kind of places. The film crew, as usual, great. Hard working but also fun to work with. What can I say about Jim? He is the best. Having done 6 shows and traveled to Vietnam with him, knowing he is a genuine, kind, person who make sure we are learning,meeting interesting people, and at the same time having a great time."

Rhonda Denney, Canon City, CO - "I have been a couple of Craftours tours. The first was a 15 day trip to South America (the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon River basin and Machu Picchu). The trip was a treat from beginning to end. I felt pampered the entire time. I thought that the entire staff did an outstanding job coordinating things.The theme of the trip encouraged quilters (and their significant others) to go so that we all had a common link. I felt that the size of the tour group was very good; small enough that we all got to know each other during the trip. In fact, I am still in contact with friends I made during that trip. That was a trip of a life-time!
And, because that trip went so well, I was inspired to go on another trip in 2011 with Craftours. The next time was a 12-day Safari expedition to East Africa. The trip was a mixture of wonderful safari treks in many beautiful safari parks throughout the region to ensure that we got the chance to see a plethora of local wildlife. There were side trips to villages, local fiber groups and artisans. The trip was very well planned. The places we stayed were top-notch providing many comforts to be appreciated. I did think that the group was too large and there were times when the group size caused problems with coordination and timing of agenda items. I guess I prefer a smaller group so I can get to know everyone; or at least have the opportunity to do so. This trip was fun too because there were a contingent of people who had been on the earlier South American trip so we had a small reunion!
Nice job on everything! I highly recommend Craftours if you want adventure without concerns about being taken care of. I always keep my eyes open for other potential trips!"

Susan Phillips Moskowitz, Palo Alto, CA - "I loved the trip. It was so much fun. I loved the crafts and meeting the artisans in person. I also loved watching the TV production."

Zoe Enright, Cincinnati, OH - "Great introduction to Ecuador and a lot of fun trying different crafts."

Sara Borr, Norristown, PA - "A totally enjoyable trip. All the craft people we met were fantastic. So willing to share their special talents with us. Very friendly people.The trip was well planned and offered a variety of crafts.Our tour guide, David, was great. Went out of his way to make all of us happy. Took us to great places to eat and enjoy the Ecuadorian cuisine, not the tourist trap kind of places. The film crew, as usual, great. Hard working but also fun to work with. What can I say about Jim? He is the best. Having done 6 shows and traveled to Vietnam with him, knowing he is a genuine, kind, person who make sure we are learning,meeting interesting people, and at the same time having a great time."