"This turned out to be one of the more memorable experiences in my life and easily one of the best traveling experiences I have ever had...we cycled through some of the most stunning and amazing countryside in Italy, stopping along the way to spend our nights on coastal farms, quaint bed and breakfasts, ancient stone cottages, and dine at the homes of some of [Laura's] personal friends...Puglia was an especially interesting place for me to visit because it has retained an authentic and down-to-earth air, which is both contagious and refreshing. From the generosity and hospitality of the hosts we stayed with, to the pace and feel of life in the town squares...the trip gave me a unique Italian experience. I highly recommend Laura’s trip for anyone looking to broaden his or her horizons and experience a vacation abroad in a more exciting, real and authentic manner. I would go again in a heartbeat."
- Alex Sheldon, San Francisco

"This trip let me forget that I was a tourist in a foreign country. Your connections with the locals, knowledge of the culture, and balanced trip itinerary allowed us to concentrate on the experiences and have a good time without any worries. Thank you."
- Raphael Dozzi, Berkeley

"Such an interesting, relaxing and enjoyable trip- I thoroughly enjoyed it and had a great time- meeting you, Adriana*, the group and all the others in Italy- it was just so much FUN! THANK YOU!"
- Deirdre Merrill, San Francisco
* our fantastic local guide

"Seeing the locals up close and visiting areas that few [Americans] have ever been to... was something [we] would not have gotten from any other tour. Thanks for putting together the entire trip."
- L. Lew, San Francisco

"I had a great time on our trip! I really enjoyed everything about [it]...Thanks so much for putting this all together: it was truly a special time I will always remember."
- Shawn Donlea, Marin

"Thanks for an amazing trip! It was truly beautiful with a lot memorable times. Thank you Laura for being inspired to arrange this!"
- Stevanie Wazna-Blank, Berkeley

Words on the Teens in Tuscany 2006 Trip

"A superb trip and I would highly recommend it...This was an amazing adventure biking under the warm Tuscan sun through blooming sunflower fields. The places...we visited were spectacular. The food...was great...Biking the steep mountain hills of Tuscany was hard, but the surreal beauty of the little towns we came to was more than worth the work!"
- Alex Rockwood, Sausalito

"It was a wonderful experience for our son to travel to Italy with Laura Frew as an experienced guide. She relates excellently with the teenagers, and provides a well-rounded experience that will be a lifetime benefit for them.
- Richard Thiel, Thiel Engineering

"What I know: Laura...is responsible, intelligent and caring. She speaks Italian. She loves adventure. I did not expect [my son] Joshua would come back with a deeper sense of himself, and of the world. I did not expect he would offer to cook, since now he felt he knew how. (And he did!) I did not know how the hills of Tuscany would test his endurance, and how staying in Siena would lead him to the next step - going away for university. Joshua was changed when he returned from Tuscany. He had seen a bit of the world - off on his own - and he had not just taken a train. He rode a bike!"
- Mari Reeves, Foothill Middle School Teacher

"You gave these boys such a gift, Laura. Alex had an adventure he will never forget. [We] are so grateful you gave them this opportunity."
- Leslie Rockwood, Alex's Mother, Sausalito

"Thanks...for all the efforts you made to give the boys a fantastic experience. It sounds like you had a wonderful time! I know this is a trip they will always remember."
- Michael Golding, Novelist

"Seems you are creating a lot of memories for these boys and yourself. This is the kind of richness in life we need to strive for and thoroughly enjoy!"
- Judith Thiel, John's Mother, Teacher at Lewis Carroll School