What our past participants
have to say about TraveLearn's
Outstanding Teachers

"The lectures were great. They were very informative about the things (wildlife, cultures) before we saw them and in some cases answered questions I had afterward. The trip was great overall. The information I received was wonderful. I learned a great deal on this cruise."
Alaska - M. Sanchez, CA

"My husband and I were traveling alone, so having a group and study leader gave us instant friends. The visit to the British Columbia Museum of Anthropology sparked the excitement for the whole Alaska experience. The ports of call of Seward, Valdez, and Wrangell added to the completeness of visiting Alaska that many cruise ships don't make. (Our escort) was well informed on Alaska related topics. She had good listening skills, her personality was great. She was an instant friend and made our trip more fun."
Alaska - B. and R. Witzgall, IL

"The variety of educational programs presented as well as the comfortable atmosphere for learning. I also enjoyed the casual dressing for most events. The presenters were very friendly and frequently available to passengers for stimulating conversations."
Alaska - Wanda Mathews, OR

"The Antarctica cruise was fabulous! We saw penguins, seals, birds, whales, icebergs, glaciers and fascinating landscapes all that I had hoped to see and more. We were impressed with the knowledge and experience of the staff. The weather and seas were mild and it was a wonderful time."
Antarctica - D. & J. Weeks, KS

"We enjoyed the trip to China in many ways and had our eyes opened by the reality of the country versus our preconceive ideas. The overall trip, the national guides, the accommodations and meals were excellent."
China - T. Boring, OR

"The China program was very will organized. The guides were terrific!! We had a wonderful group to travel with. The food was very good and the hotels were impressive. I would recommend TraveLearn very highly to anyone."
China - A. Zeiger, NY

"Learning about China’s people, its culture, its history through the national and local guides was what I liked most about my Learning Vacation to China. The guides shared their knowledge of China with pride and enthusiasm. My mind is richer for learning China’s long history and my heart is kinder for learning more about its people and its culture. I return to the United States as an unofficial ambassador to China. I encourage others to go to China and become enlightened."
China - L Noblin, TX

"We had heard that TraveLearn’s tours were well planned and we now have first hand knowledge that this is true. Thanks to the escort, national guide and the various city guides we were introduced to China in a way we could never have received by touring by ourselves, or reading a variety of books. The entire trip was wonderful."
China - W. &L. Hess, CA

"We saw tons and tons of stuff - real stuff. Like schools, hospitals, homes, etc. It's like a whole school semester in 3 and 1/2 weeks. Lots of learning."
China - Theodora Page, RI

"The unique insight of our escort was outstanding. I also very much appreciated our National Guide. His candor was unexpected and happily received. China was a wonderful surprise to me. The unexpected: the economy, the construction, the amount of foreign investment, joint ventures, and the people - happy, hard working, friendly, well dressed, etc, etc."
China - R. Nicholson, WA

"(We) very much-enjoyed the walks through rain and cloud forests and the aerial tram ride. Found Jeff very informative and eager to set up his tripod binoculars to show us birds and animals. (We) appreciated the visit to butterfly and frog museums…the many hummingbirds and butterfly gardens. Enjoyed our home visit. The trip was relaxed and not “overscheduled”."
Costa Rica - S. & C. Stone, NC

"Jeff Otico was an excellent guide. His enthusiasm and love of Costa Rica’s natural resources was continually shard with the group. I loved seeing the wildlife - birds - butterflies…"
Costa Rica - J. & E. Pollack, NJ

"I liked the small groups and also the type of individuals who travel with TraveLearn. “Jeff” was a very knowledgeable guide who was excited about what we were doing and seeing."
Costa Rica - P. McIntosh, NY

"Mohammed Shata make the trip - without his wise knowledge and experience, we would not have been exposed to the nuances and morays of Egyptian life - not withstanding his outstanding willingness to share himself on a professional scale. He was TOPS! Do not let him get away!"
Egypt - F. & M. Long, FL

"Mohammed Shata absolutely made the trip. He was a wealth of knowledge and explained so much to us. It really was a learning experience."
Egypt - G. & K. Frame, CA

"I have waited about 40 years to see Egypt. I am so happy I took this trip with TraveLearn. One of the absolute best things was to have a guide as knowledgeable, humorous, educational and "fluent in many cultures". He truly shared his love and enthusiasm for his people, country and their history."
Egypt - C. Feller, NY

"All the reservations and planning was done for me since I really would have had no idea what to see in Egypt during the 2 week vacation. The food was delicious and the whole group of people got on really well. My roommate was terrific. We just clicked and got along great! First class all the way. It would be harder for me to travel in a lesser class next time!"
Egypt - K. Dean, MD

"Our guide Mohammed Shata was amazing! Our small group size was to our advantage. I really felt like we became a small family! Everyday there was something new to love about Egypt and this fabulous trip. TraveLearn should be the standard to which all Egypt vacations/tours have to be held to, you can't beat the price or the treatment anywhere!"
Egypt - A. Bast, WI

"The sites we visited were not only interesting but unique sites for tourists. As usual, TraveLearn manages to give participants some off-the-beaten track experiences that make your programs special. Throughout the trip, Mohammed did everything he could to address the special requests people had and that energy and enthusiasm for his country gave us all a deep appreciation for Egypt."
Egypt - B. Heidron, NY

"Because of the tension generated by the September attack, I initially was annoyed that TraveLearn did not cancel the tour for safety consideration. Today, I am extremely pleased that I decided to go to Egypt. I decided to go with faith, not fear. Safety was not a concern during the entire trip. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone…."
Egypt - C. Robinson, MD

"The in-country guide was outstanding. He went beyond the call of duty to spend a lot of time with the group. He was very responsive to questions from the group and clearly has a love of his country I've not seen in other guides. I really like the possibility of a "reunion" visit which would give us exposure to the day-to-day life of today's Egyptian."
Egypt - B. Heidron, NY

"The great monuments of Ancient Egypt stand for themselves in all their beauty and grandeur but Mohammed Shata with his depth of knowledge and love for his country, ancient and modern, added the excitement and magic that made this a trip of a lifetime. Thank you for your wisdom in choosing Mohammed."
Egypt - Marjorie Durrum, CA

"I have nothing negative to say about the Egyptian Odyssey. The trip was a positive experience and certainly added to my education of the past and current civilizations. The accommodations were excellent, the food delicious, the group of folks delightful and the guides gracious and informed. I had a terrific time and just loved every minute and hated for the trip to end."
Egypt - Bette Peterson, CA

"All accommodation met or exceeded our expectations. La Mirage was awesome! Very pleasant and perfectly organized! All was super, form the Andes to Galapagos. All the guides were knowledgeable, courteous, and enthusiastic."
Galapagos - G. & L. Kane, NC

"Marco was a superb guide – he was very congenial and he knew everything from plant names to history. Your 7-day option gave us a chance to see the islands in much more depth. (We) were very impressed by the logistical efficiency of the trip. The accommodations of course were first-rate, much finer that what we seek out when we travel on our own is the US or Western Europe. Our primary reason for taking the trip was the Galapagos with their wildlife, and that has to be the high point of the trip for us. The very knowledgeable and friendly naturalists certainly enhanced the experience."
Galapagos - N. & L. Ekfelt, NY

"I've never been on a TraveLearn program before so I don't have much to compare it to. All I know is I had a marvelous time. It was one of the best trips I've ever been on."
Galapagos - Pamela Manos, CA

"Each day was so different from all others emphasizing the diversity and complexity of this amazing land and its many cultural aspects. Venetia (a national treasure in her own right!) made the history, art, legends, religion, flora and fauna, food and households of Greece, past and present, come alive. It was a privilege to have been one of the group."
Greece - B. Brown, TN

"Greece was an amazing destination. The group was great and the itinerary well planned. Our guide was simply outstanding, knowledgeable, personable and cultured. She really made the trip extra special."
Greece - M. Lundegren, MO

"Our National Guide, Venetia, is a national treasure! TraveLearn is most fortunate to have her services. Her knowledge plus her skills in communication, organization, human relations, as well as her wonderful personality and great sense of humor made the trip memorable."
Greece - A. Cahill, NY

"We enjoyed traveling with the small group of congenial experienced travelers who were not only fun to be with but interested in learning about the wonderful places we visited. The orientation toward learning in this program was a big plus."
Greece - Pat and Evelyn King, SC

"The guides were consistently wonderful. The accommodations were excellent - beyond expectations. You are to be commended for your attention to details in planning. I would recommend you to everyone I know and I want to use you again and again and again. This was the best organized and executed trip I have ever enjoyed - without exception - and I've had many!! Once again, I can't be more enthusiastic about this first class learning/travel experience!"
Indonesia -A. Levin, IL

"The itinerary was excellent - enjoyed the special lectures on history and archeology. Also enjoyed the pub in Ballymacarbry. Favorite spots: Newgrange, Cobh, Killarney, and Aran Islands."
Ireland - C. & B. Duncan, SC

"Liam is knowledgeable and very articulate. He has a pleasant way and a good sense of humor. Best guide I’ve ever had! Ireland is a beautiful country, the people are friendly and the history is very interesting."
Ireland - B. Leipold, CO

"I would definitely advise others to take this tour. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and think my money was well spent."
Ireland - William Dewey Hicks, OK

"(We liked) its intensity! We have never been so excited about a trip: history, archaeology, politics, new/old! Wow! Both escort and national guide added tremendously to the adventure. Their knowledge and ability to transfer information brought the excitement and enjoyability up a notch! And, amazingly, we believe we could spend another two weeks in Israel and still not see it all!"
Israel - R. and E. Schwartz, IL

"Israel, itself, is such a fascinating country. The National Guide was outstanding. We didn't miss anything. He had a great sense of knowledge and great timing (he always got us places just before the crowds arrived). Our escort was charming and in her lectures have us a look at the Palestinian side of the Middle East conflict."
Israel - J. Warren, VA

"Stefano was wonderful - the trip was interesting, educational, enjoyable, and unforgettable due to his guidance. His sense of humor, his knowledge of history, geography, religion, society, just about everything was outstanding."
Italy - A. & J. Bass, CO

"Our local guides were excellent and provided the perfect complement to our escort Stefano. The lunch at La Locanda delle Fontanelle country house (in Tuscany) was a great slice of Tuscan country life. Our optional wine tasting was also very fun and a true Italian experience."
Italy - S. Hawksworth, CA

"We liked the knowledge and enthusiasm of our escort. We had very nice traveling companions. Our Italian guide was also top notch. The cities and sites we visited were well chosen."
Italy - G. &E. Gibbs, TX

"This was my first trip to Italy and I consider it a wonderful exposure. The history came alive through the art and architecture. Our visits to out-of-the-way restaurants and local sites were especially appreciated."
Italy - J. Wheaton, CA

"The itinerary was just what I was looking for with respect to seeing all the famous museums, monuments and churches I had learned about in my art history class. Our escort and the national tour guide who has a vast knowledge of his country’s history made a great team for this learning vacation experience."
Italy - D. Laski, TX

"Kenya was so very interesting. All of the game reserves were wonderful. Our guide was what made the experience. For the most part our accommodations were very good, and the food was excellent."
Kenya - J. Kennedy, CA

"I felt everything was a wonderful experience and the guide was a walking encyclopedia. I don't believe I had any question unanswered, always with warmth and consideration to help us understand. He had eyes like an eagle - how he could spot game at such a distance was a source of wonder to me."
Kenya - F. Moore, OR

"(I liked) talking with the elephant research people in Amboseli and being so close to them - you could almost reach out to pet them. It was the greatest, most enjoyable trip I have been on!"
Kenya - R. Roberts, WA

"Thank you for all the efforts you've made to create such an unforgettable experience for us. The country, our travel-mates, our guide, our van driver, all made this a wonderful safari for us. Please keep us on your mailing list for future travels."
Kenya - Larry and Carol Loose, HI

"All in all, I can't believe that, though this was my third TraveLearn trip to Kenya, the experiences were so different and exciting and special. Not only were the animal viewing and activities varied, novel, and even more comprehensive in many aspects, but the contacts with the Kenyans were again both heart-warming and extremely educational."
Kenya - Jean Johnson, CT

"I would recommend TraveLearn to anybody who truly wishes to understand and get to know a country. It was an adventure! The excellent escort and in-country guide were open, friendly, personable, humorous, and knowledgeable. The variety of activities - never a boring day. Sunrise in the Sahara...Visiting Old Fez...Length of the trip was perfect."
Morocco - W. Seelbinder, MO

"Please continue to plan excellent programs and find outstanding tour leaders. We look forward to another trip with you soon. Bravo! And thank you all for the gift of this beautiful country."
Morocco - J. Silvern, IL

"I enjoyed meeting and spending time with Moroccan family. Local professors were interesting and yet diverse in their presentations. I thought the itinerary was excellent with accommodations and the amount of time spent in each city was just right."
Morocco - D. Springs, MD 

"(Our escort) was an outstanding travel leader. Whale watching, scenery, talks by locals - all of it! I thought this was one of the best tours I've taken and would certainly consider TraveLearn for future trips."
Nova Scotia - J. Wescott, WA

"All the guides were professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and accessible. They were essential in making this a terrific learning experience. This was an once-in-a-lifetime trip, I was grateful to have seen so much of Peru with such knowledgeable guides. For those who enjoy group travel/planned tours this is a marvelous, wonderful trip. I’m so glad I went."
Peru - R. Kings, AZ

"The expertise and general attention and caring provided by our escort make this trip exceptional. Our every need was seen to and we all learned so much! All transfers and travel arrangements were efficiently carried out. Having a personable, knowledgeable guide with us for all the South Africa itinerary make the trip outstanding. Accommodations for the most part were excellent and the food and dining facilities were also excellent. Even the animals cooperated! It was a great trip!"
South Africa - D. Crane, CT

"South Africa was so diverse, and that really was exciting to me. The cities were big and interesting, and the bush was intimate and adventurous. Rocktail was to die for, and Zulu Land and Kwabekithunga was an experience I would never trade away for a million dollars. Each place is so unique and different and you think it can't get any better - but then it does!!"
South Africa - Janet Tucker, PA

"Because we had such an exceptional in-country guide, we had the opportunity to really get a feel for the Spaniards and their country. In Rute, especially, we received such warm hospitality and were able to tour different places that were not full of other tourist."
Spain - C. & S. Grannies, CA

"I believe we covered Spain very well. We saw all the major attractions. The lectures were excellent, the food was outstanding and the hotels were very good. The people in the group were a good mix and I expect to remain in contact with many for some time."
Spain - B. & C. Maeser, TX

"The in-country guide was great. Spain is rich in its people, history, and culture. Every destination was very clean and kept up. I especially enjoyed viewing the architecture and learning of the various peoples who have occupied and developed the countries regions."
Spain - C. Hassien, MI

"I like seeing more animals than I imagined. The Serengeti was my favorite and don’t shorten time spent there. I wanted to be out in the parks all the time and this trip provided that. When you travel that far it’s better to take advantage of all the viewing areas rather than relaxing at a hotel. It is a little tiring towards the end of the second week, but I would always want to be out seeing something. You have plenty of time on the plane to sleep. The lecturers were so soft spoken but very knowledgably and everyone thought the Maasai Conservationist at Lake Manyara was excellent. He answered all questions about his lifestyle and helped us understand tribal living."
Tanzania - B. Fair, OH

"Our driver-guides did an excellent job. I feel we saw more in a shorter period of time than most people on safari. We had more flexibility because of the small group and small vehicles. I commend TraveLearn for putting this trip together on such short notice. It was a great trip!"
Tanzania - P. Samson, OH

"Our guide, Iris, was great, her knowledge was amazing and I would recommend her again. I enjoyed spending the evening in a Turkish home. Experiencing the culture of the people, seeing how they lived, their customs, and how they the lived in ancient times. I really enjoyed the tour of how the rugs were made from start to finish."
Turkey - S. Schulstrom, MI

"(I liked most) was the learning aspect. I have been fortunate to have traveled a good bit, and this type travels very mind stimulating. I would like to take another on of you trips"
Turkey - H. Hill, NC