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I have been on two wonderful trips with Cathy and Marshall. I learned so much with them about the country, the people and their culture, the arts and crafts, and the archaeology of the area. Learned a lot of the archeology of the area and had a magnificent archeologist take us to many sites. Cathy and Marshall have a unique talent for finding out of the way places 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 of good will. You can't ever go wrong with any adventure you take with Cathy and Marshall. Their command of the language and their knowledge of the places they go is extensive, and they will joyfully share it all with you.

Judy Barber
Tucson, AZ
Copper Canyon
Oaxaca
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My friend and I wanted to travel to Belize. I immediately thought about having Cathy and Marshall Giesy plan our trip. We met with them, explained what we wanted, they “took the bull by the horns” so to speak and planned our trip. And, what a wonderful experience it was. Everything went as planned. I’ve done a lot of traveling and never had a trip go as well as this one. I recommend using Cathy and Marshall for any of their group tours or individual tours such as ours. A very satisfied client,

Connie Webster
Green Valley, AZ
Copper Canyon 1988
Belize 2011
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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 !!!!

Dan and Susan Kirkham
Tumacacori Arizona, and Ketchum, Idaho
Copper Canyon 2010
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"I have been on two wonderful trips with Cathy and Marshall. The second was just last fall to Oaxaca I just learn so much with them, about the country, the people, the arts and crafts and culture. Learned a lot of the archeology of the area and had a magnificent archeologist take us to many sites and seeing ancient pottery. Cathy and Marshall have a unique way of finding out abut out of the way places to eat and 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 looking 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."

Judy Barber
Tucson Arizona
Oaxaca 2009, Copper Canyon 2003
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"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!! "

Mike and Sue Kirkham
Moab, Utah
Copper Canyon 2010
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"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."

Anne Moore
Tubac, AZ and New Hampshire
Copper Canyon 2010
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"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."

Gary and Carole Thrasher
Bellevue, Nebraska and Tubac Arizona
Banamichi, Sonora March 2010
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"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."

Rebecca and Bob Swiggett
Tubac AZ and New London, New Hampshire
Copper Canyon 2010
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"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."

Mike, Sherry & Sean Luebke
Concord, CA
Baja 2010
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We enjoyed our first trip with Cathy and Marshall so much we had to return for a second. This time we accompanied them on their Baja Whale Watch. It seemed as if all of us had been acquaintances and soon became friends. The opportunity to observe and even touch grey whales was unbelievable. The exposure to Baja, and the acquaintances the Giesys had made on previous trips made the tour enjoyable. This was one of our most enjoyable vacations ever!

Tim and Anita Cannell
Vancouver Washington
Mata Ortiz 2005
Baja Whale Watch 2009
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