Here's what travelers have to say about their experiences traveling with Ananda Expeditions.
Yoga Adventures...
“I absolutely recommend Ananda Expeditions without hesitation. The yoga adventure was very thoughtfully and professionally planned out every step of the way. Michael got ahead of the few, inevitable travel-related issues that arose — changing the itinerary according to the weather, taking amazing care of us all.”
“Traveling with Ananda Expeditions is a great way to have an indulgent vacation experience that feels healthy, connects you to new people (even for those of us that sometimes feel like introverts), and introduces you the culture, history, nature, and food of a beautiful place like Tuscany or France. Before I decided to go outside my comfort zone and commit to this yoga adventure, I didn’t realize how much more enjoyable it could be on a trip to let go and have the plan and details taken care of, so you can just relax and enjoy.”
“I spent a lot of time researching the perfect yoga retreat for me; I could not have made a better choice: Michael responded quickly to all the questions I had, and I felt that we were in good hands the entire week. The group we traveled with was fantastic, and everyone got along very well. I thought this would be something that I could cross off of my bucket list, but now I’m not done — I want to go again!”
“Michael is one of my favorite yoga teachers! She gives you just the right amount of explanation, and I felt really comfortable in the class. Everything about the yoga adventure was amazing! It struck the perfect balance between practicing yoga, visiting the area, and having a beautifully relaxing vacation. The food was excellent, and the accommodations were beautiful. I will recommend Ananda Expeditions to everyone!”
“I’m telling everyone I care about that Ananda Expeditions is the answer for how to turn an opportunity for travel into a meaningful, memorable experience. We always felt well cared for by Michael, and the pacing of our activities and meal times was perfect. We never had to deal with even the smallest of headaches that are always a part of international travel; Michael took care of everything!”
“From booking to pre-departure communication to the actual trip, everything was well-organized and communicated. Michael’s ability to be flexible to deal with the needs of the group as well as the weather was awesome. You could tell that providing the best possible experience was top priority. This type of trip is great for individuals looking to explore new places, without having the typical tourist experience.”
“I will definitely recommend Ananda Expeditions to my friends. The yoga adventure was well organized and thoughtfully put together. The accommodations were uniformly excellent. The venues and guides included fascinating places and people that I likely would not have found on my own. My horizons were definitely expanded, making the trip well worth the investment!”
Small-Group Trips & Custom Itineraries...
“I liked that on each day there was usually one primary, ‘must-do’ activity, and then a couple of other ideas for the day depending on when we got going, how we felt, etc. I never felt either rushed or like we were taking too much time; it was a real treat to go at our own pace, decide whether we felt like doing anything next, and then ask Michael for suggestions.”
“I think what made our time with Michael so valuable was that she managed to balance deftly her roles as guide, literary advisor, and friend. I was inspired by Michael’s passion for the places we explored, as well as by her enthusiasm for our written works — and I was perhaps the happiest I’ve ever been sitting in a café in Rome, snacking on a delicious pastry while discussing literature. I could go on and on about how Michael made our two-week trip one of the highlights of my life!”
“We felt utterly taken care of in every detail, from travel to hotels to food to activities — not having to cope with all the details made the trip incredibly relaxing. Also, we loved how the itinerary was custom-designed to meet our desires and open to changes at almost every moment.”
“I loved the mix of fun, interesting activities and gorgeous sites we enjoyed. A real highlight was getting to harvest grapes and learn about the vinification process, capped by that amazing gourmet lunch in the winery. And the private tour of the pre-historic cave art was amazing. But, then again, the subterranean boat tour of the massive natural cave and the guided visit of the medieval flour mill were equally memorable..., as was canoeing the Dordogne and riding the tram to the top of the Pic du Midi. It’s impossible to choose favorites!”
“Michael’s reading and packing lists were extremely helpful. On the trip, I thoroughly enjoyed every activity and tour; they were unique and made the trip quite memorable. And I loved the range of accommodations we stayed in — each place was different, comfortable, and full of character.”
“Michael continuously surprised us with unique, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and helped us discover the inspiration that constantly surrounded us: we sat on steps in the Roman Colosseum, fictionalizing our time spent in the arena as gladiators; we picnicked in parks, munching on fresh produce we bought at the local market; and we swam in the crystal clear waters of Hydra, Greece. The genuine love for traveling and educating that I saw in Michael struck a chord in me then, and continues to inspire me to find something that I feel as passionate about so that I may influence others just as Michael does.”
