Quality, not quantity, will always remain our focus. We enjoy catering to about 1 800 guests a year, not tens of thousands. Quantity changes quality. Ask the guests who have travelled with us on multiple journeys of 5, 10, 30, 45 and even 68 with Madeline and 98 with Edith. We take great pride in having the highest guest return rate in Canada. While others have cut quality, we continuously improve it. As a result, 2010 was a complete sell out for us.
Peace of Mind should mean that every detail is looked after and no one asks you for a penny more. With our truly all inclusive fares, you know the total cost of your journey before you leave home. Read on for all the details.
You deserve the finest. We visit each property to ensure it becomes a highlight of your journey, not just a place to overnight. Quality means comfort, location, character, family-owned with great amenities and of course, the most inspiring staff to make you feel welcome.
We pay our Tour Managers well so they concentrate on your journey, not their own holiday. They are inspiring professionals who are knowledgeable, courteous, kind, trained in first aid, able to think on the spot, have a spirit of adventure and love doing those little extras. Most importantly, they help in an emergency. They don’t just pop you in a taxi and say ‘good luck.’
A personal perspective from a local guide allows you to become part of the local community. When you are in a foreign land, the accent should be foreign! Our local guides are hand picked and become an extension of our family!
A highlight of your journey, our goal is to ensure you dine in style and at a relaxed pace. Your dining is also carefully planned to not infringe on your personal time.
We prefer to use scheduled, reputable carriers that we know and trust. If you wish to plan your own air schedule, take our air credit and meet us there!
Enjoy a private Lincoln Towne Car at your door, a friendly driver to help with your luggage and a smooth ride to and from the airport. Or, enjoy an overnight at the Toronto Airport Hilton or a credit for the service. The choice is yours.
Gratuities on all included items are handled by our Tour Manager. Leave your wallet in your pocket.
Our personal relationships with local experts, enable us to provide you with the most interesting and educational experiences. Enjoy a cooking class, flight seeing, visiting a local family for lunch, enjoying a private concert or a surprise wine tasting in a centuries old, family owned cellar.
Visas are always included. Relax, we take care of the deadlines, photocopies and standing in line. Your documents are picked up and delivered to your home and sent to the consulate by secure courier.
Walk in and enjoy the exhibits, museums and shows during your tour. Our Tour Manager takes care of any fees.
Fine print? Not here. The fares you see, in Canadian dollars, are the total journey price you pay, there are no hidden charges. All taxes, airport transfers, meals, sightseeing, flights, etc. are included, the list is endless. Most guests say they return home with most of their spending money. That's the way we like it.