TESTIMONIALS

Dan and Susan Kirkham Tumacacori ARizona, and Ketchum, Idaho Copper Canyon 2010 Our trip with Fiesta Tours to the Copper Canyon in April 2010 was a delight !!!! Their knowledge of the area (floral, fauna and people) along with personal contacts throughout the trip gave us an insight we would not have experienced with other tours. Their organization is first rate; our group had varied interests and they accommodated everyone so that when the trip concluded, we all felt it had been planned for our own specific interests. We loved the fact that we were "off the beaten path" and emerged in the daily routine of the people with whom we were in contact. This was our first trip with Fiesta Tours, but it won't be our last !!!! - Susan and Dan Kirkham

Judy Barber Tucson Arizona Oaxaca 2009, Copper Canyon 2003 I have been on two wonderful trips with Cathy and Marshall.THe second was just last fall to Oaxca I just learn so much with them, about the country, the people, the arts and crafts and culture. Learned alot of the archeology of the area and had a magnificent archeologist take us to many sites and seeing ancient pottery. Cathy and Marhallhave a unique way of fndig out abut out of the way places to eatnd stay, because of their love for the country and it's people and their sense of adventure.. Doors seem to open to them because of their sense o good ill and lookng and finding their way to place other tourists don't always get to. We went to different artists where they were carving alebrijes and to a village known for their excellent weavers. We had time to learn all about dying the wool from natural dyes and seeing the locals weave. We were able to go to three different villages on the day (night) of the dead and be in their parades, beside watching them in all their costumes..and to the sacredness of going to the graveyards with the people as they waited all night for the spirits of their loved ones to come pay them a visit. You can't ever go wrong with any adventure you take with Cathy and Marshall. Their command of the language, their knowledge of the places they go is extensive and they will joyfully share it all with you.

Mike and Sue Kirkham Moab, Utah Copper Canyon 2010 We traveled with Cathy and Marshall in 2010 to Northern Mexico and Copper Canyon. The relationships that the Geisy’s have in various locations makes this or any trip with them a rewarding experience. To be able to interact with the locals on the level that we experienced was wonderful. We have traveled with many companies but the experience and expertise that is experienced with the Geisy’s only comes around once in a lifetime. We knew that we were ready to book another trip with them and are going to Guatemala and Belize next year. Go with them!!

Anne Moore Tubac,AZ and New Hampshire Copper Canyon 2010 Traveling with Marshall and Cathy Giesy to Mexico’s Copper Canyon was an experience unique in its contact with the native people, their hospitality and their customs. Because of the network of friendships that the Giesys have established, we were invited to witness traditionally private Yaqui Easter ceremonies and to be lunch and dinner guests in the homes of Indian and Mexican families. This privilege combined with the Giesys’ total concern for our comfort and safety, their willingness to be flexible when circumstances arose, their knowledge of the country and its history, and their constant good humor made the trip a delightful journey. For traveling in Latin America, Fiesta Tours has the perfect format – small sized groups, thorough background knowledge and local contacts, and a good value for the price.

C Thrasher Tubac, AZ 2010 trip to Banamichi Traveling with Fiesta Tours International is like being with old friends. Marshall and Cathy Giesy personally lead their tours. Their experience of over twenty years has created close personal ties with their Mexican associates. They have a deep understanding of Mexican culture and history which creates an intimate environment that leads to unique experiences with the Mexican people. Our May 2010 trip to Banamichi was terrific in all aspects. We felt like newly discovered friends by the Mexican people, not tourists. It was just the experience we were looking for. We felt very safe, explored life in small Mexican villages close up and were immersed in the history and culture of Sonora.

Rebecca and Bob Swiggett Tubac AZ and New London, New Hampshire Copper Canyon 2010 The Giesys had a good reputation. The trip sounded good! The price was right. We signed up with very modest expectations, but we were wrong. The Giesys turned out to be terrific--pleasant, extremely knowledgeable with many years of travel and research in Mexico under their belt.--and very good at leading, feeding and housing a group. Their friendships with various Yaqui and Tarahumara Indian families were old and very close, allowing us to experience their religious and family culture inside their homes. We had no idea of the magnificence of the Sierra Madre canyons, huge plains and remote towns. The train ride rising 7500 feet through innumerable tunnels and switchbacks was fantastic. Mata Ortiz and its pottery was a complete surprise for us, as was Batopilas at the bottom of Copper Canyon with its silver mining history. In addition our perspective on Mexican immigration and drug wars was really changed. This trip was truly memorable.

Mike, Sherry& Sean Luebke Concord, CA Baja 2010 Cathy and Marshall are fantastic. We went on a whale watching tour to Baja and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. Seeing and touching the whales was a magical experience. Every day was packed with fun places to see and things to do. The trip will live in our memories forever.