TESTIMONIALS FROM WOMEN

What women have said about their Alyson Adventures trip

There's no better reference than a testimonial from someone who's actually taken a trip.

Here are comments from past travelers about their Alyson Adventures vacation. Many have given us permission to provide their phone number to others who might like to travel with us. Please contact us to talk directly with a few past guests about their recent experiences.

"Best overall vacation I've ever had. I liked having most days planned with fun activities. I enjoyed my group and loved the guide Greg!"
    —Lou Lamphere, West Newton, Mass., on Grand Teton Adventure

"This rates as a top vacation. The location, activities, value and being able to be ourselves. Plus having a wonderful tour director, Greg Barbutti has us already planning our next Alyson Adventure!"
    —P. C., West Newton, Mass., on Grand Teton Adventure

"My partner and I agree, this was the best vacation we have ever had together."
    —A.Y., Summit, N.J., on The Provencal

"Far and away the best vacation I've ever had. Well planned with just the right balance of sightseeing, physical activity, great food, and most of all, fun people."
    —Susan Eaton, San Diego, Calif., on The Provencal

"Every Tour guide for all the activities gave so much of themselves - - and shared many wonderful insights /details in Costa Rica - - Very enjoyable!"
    —Randee Hilton, Alexandria, Va., on Colors of Costa Rica

"An absolutely perfect vacation. Proud to be known as an Alyson biker babe."
    —Carol Bohumolski, Columbus, Ohio, on The Provencal

"This was a trip of a lifetime! I would recommend Alyson Adventures to anyone."
    —B. H., Loveland,, Col., on Tuscan Trails

"A fantasy trip come true with a group of people who I hope to travel with again."
    —Susan Rogers, New York, N.Y., on The Colors of Burgundy

"The trip was perfect! My favorite part was biking through the countryside on tiny, narrow roads with hardly any cars - I could relax and take in all the beauty around me."
    —Diane Krause, New Haven, Conn., on The Provencal

"All my senses were showered with pleasure in Provence. Mix in a group of friendly, funny, flexible gay men and lesbians, and you end up in heaven. This trip really was heaven."
    —Claire Levine, Cambridge, Mass., on The Mistral

"The trip to Provence was life altering! I have never seen such beauty before! The food, the wine, the activities, the group were all superb. I plan to go on many more Alyson Adventures trips!"
    —Sharron Sawyer, Roslindale, Mass., on The Provencal

"An incredibly memorable experience. Words do not do justice to the whole experience or the beautiful sites. There is no better way to feel one with a country."
    —Natalie Kozlowski, Northampton, Mass., on The Provencal

"To experience Provence by bike is to hear it, smell it, stop readily and feel it and perhaps, most of all, see its Van Gogh-esque vistas in a manner that would not be as unique in any other way."
    —Deborah Rossi, Brighton, Mass., on The Provencal

"It exceeded my expectations. Hikes were challenging but well laid out with plenty of options. Weather and scenery were wonderful and we had the best group."
    —Rebecca Rehel, Bloomfield, Conn., on Edelweiss

"What a wonderful way to see an incredible part of the world. The other bikers were adventurous and interesting and the trip was well planned and organized without losing fun and spontaneity. I'd go again for sure!"
    —Marty Epp, Jamaica Plain, Mass., on The Provencal

"Having a co-ed group really made the experience much more rewarding. By the end of the week, everyone was really looking out for the next person."
    —Charlene Grant, Roslindale, Mass., on The Provencal

"As a woman travelling alone, I found the mixed trip to be a wonderful experience. I couldn't have given myself a better birthday present!"
    —L.P., N. Bergen, N.J., on The Provencal

"This was the best vacation I've ever had! The hikes were gorgeous, the guides extraordinary, the food amazing and the accommodations fabulous. Thanks!"
    —Laura Lowe, San Francisco, Calif., on Tuscan Trails

"As a first time traveler to France, I was grateful to be traveling with the people who knew the region, it's history and what to see. There is no way to experience these things on your own."
    —Julia Thomas, Kansas City, Mo., on The Provencal

"Iceland - Oh my God! This trip is so worth the headwinds we endured. A surreal landscape like no other."
    —Marty Epp, Jamaica Plain, Mass., on North of the Moon

"Meeting people was the best part of this challenging, beautiful Icelandic experience."
    —Apryl Steele, Denver, Col., on North of the Moon

"The Loire Valley trip is phenominal, everything from the scenery, wine, food and people of the region combined to make the trip unforgettable, plus, I met a woman there!"
    —Kim Kluge, Baltimore, Md., on Big Loire, Little Loir

"Let your expectations run wild; this trip will exceed them!"
    —D. M., Cambridge, Mass., on The Provencal

"I did not think going on a "gay" tour was very important. It made this trip 10X more fun than previous biking tours I have taken."
    —Nancy McLain, Dale City, Va., on Andalucian Sun

"Every detail was attended to. This was the best vacation of my life! I'll be back for seconds."
    —Leah Camhi, Waltham, Mass., on The Provencal

"The best vacation I've ever had. It is only after the experience that the total impact can be appreciated."
    —A.H., Summit, N.J., on The Provencal

"A great time. The Volpaia day was one I'll always remember, along with gorgeous scenery. Thanks for another great trip!"
    —Lisa DiRocco, Medford, Mass., on The Flavors of Tuscany

"Great landscapes, food, people - and walking until I thought I'd drop. I had moments of sheer bliss."
    —L. R., Salt Lake City, Utah, on Tuscan Trails

"Very relaxing, and a ton of fun!"
    —Nickole Bozeman, Tampa, Fla., on Grand Teton Adventure

"The best way to see Europe!"
    —J.M., Jamaica Plain, Mass., on The Provencal

"It was a great way to travel amongst `family' and acceptance; no awkward pauses about my `husband'. I liked the group gatherings yet the freedom to strike out on our own."
    —Deborah Long, Lincoln, Neb., on The Mistral

"The villages are charming, the vineyards expansive and beautiful, by-ways a real treat to see."
    —Jean Aigner, Lincoln, Neb., on The Mistral

"A great trip if you want to surround yourself with exquisite landscape, great food and great people."
    —Debbie Lewis, Jamaica Plain, Mass., on The Provencal

"As the only woman among 6 men, I was made to feel comfortable & welcome. The guys were great!"
    —Jamie Trachtenberg, Brooklyn, N.Y., on The Flavors of Tuscany

"If you love water, excitement, good company, good food, this is the trip for you."
    —Katie Hanson, Scarborough, , Canada, on Splash!

"Breath taking scenery, wonderful group of people- a great combination of work and fun!"
    —J. R., Lynn, Mass., on Alpenglow

"The biking, the landscapes, the people, the food. This trip was close to heaven!"
    —A.P., Waltham, Mass., on The Provencal

"Initially I was leery when I learned there would be 9 guys and my partner and I on the trip. But all of the guys were great and we had a fantastic time."
    —Bonnie Schwartz, Asheville, N.C., on Taco Wheels

"Exceeded my expectations by far. Loved the group, the scenery, the exercise, and the delicious meals! Totally recommended."
    —B. R., New York, N.Y., on Tuscan Trails

"If you're looking for a vacation that is active, challenging and scenic all in one, this is it!"
    —Carolyn Bibb, Decatur, Ga., on The Grand

"The week went very smoothly with every detail well handled. Pedalling by splashes of orange poppies against the backdrop of the Loire river, with a medieval castle beckoning in the distance - I'd call it `overstimuli' in a good way!"
    —Debbie Seaman, Auburndale, N.Y., on Valley of the Kings

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