Dear Vita and Moussa,

I wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our time with you in New Orleans. On our four day trip to New Orleans, we are so glad that we decided to spend two days with you on your tours. The bike trip was fantastic - we learned so much about New Orleans. Being on a bicycle was a great way to get a real feel of the city - covering much more ground than a walking tour and getting a much better sense of the city than being in a car. Our teenage sons who would have been reluctant to be on a traditional "tour" were fascinated by your stories of architecture, hurricanes and of course the cemetaries. I have been spoiled by the reclining bike - it will be hard to get back on my old bike.The kayak trip was a peaceful respite from the pace of the city. It was beautiful and we loved seeing the baby alligator and the nutria.

In addition to being a wealth of knowledge, you were fun and relaxing to be with - making us feel like we were with friends. We have done many outdoor tours in many cities and this was certainly the best we have done.

We wish you well. Thanks for everything.

The Burstein - Roxbys - Felice, John, Gabe and Eli

PS Don't forget to see the movie ( or read the book by Farley Mowat) - Never Cry Wolf

Hi Guys!

Just wanted to tell you how much we loved the kayak swamp tour! It was the highlight of our vacation and will be very hard to beat. Jack, Sandy, Danny and I have been going on vacations together for many years but this was the best adventure so far. Thank you so much for being exceptional guides and showing us your part of the world. You made us feel like old friends..... and the short cut was fantastic! Glad we all decided to take it. We'll recommend you to anyone visiting New Orleans.

Could you please tell me the 3 body's of water you took us to so I can make sure it's in my journal correctly. Thanks again!

PS............ and Vita you were right, the spiders WERE spectacular!

Jo Armesto

Dear Veda and Musa:

Greetings from Ohio! Just wanted to say thanks again for making our vacation so memorable. We truly enjoyed your company. In fact, our next vacation will seem lonely without the two of you!

We feel that because of you both, we were able to experience and appreciate New Orleans in a way that would not have been possible had we come as "conventional" tourists. We really enjoyed 'learning' about everything we were seeing. That made this vacation especially fun for us. We came home and told all of our friends what a wonderful Cajun city New Orleans is! (Oops - did I say Cajun? I meant Creole...ha-ha!)

Seriously, we will highly recommend you to anyone we know heading south for the winter. Too bad you don't have a satellite office in Napa Valley (we had planned that to be our next biking adventure) we'd book another tour with you there!

Thanks again, and best wishes to the both of you.

Andrea and Scott Hedges

PS: I've enclosed some of those tofu and other recipes we talked about. Happy cooking!

Dear Vida,

New Orleans was magnificent - made all the more so by the wonderful kayak experience we enjoyed with you and Mussa (sp?). Helen and I appreciated your knowledge and all your tips. Jacque-imo's was the greatest. The food and ambiance couldn't have been better and the trip out on the streetcar afforded me my one opportunity to see Garden District just a little. We took in Storyville on Friday night and Bob very kindly dedicated a couple of songs to us and sat with us during his breaks. We loved the music and he is such a great gentleman. So not only did you provide us with a memorable time in the bayous but you also gave us insights we would have never known of without your guidance. I am returning your hat along with two tea towels which I made for you. Thank you so very much for it ALL!

My best wishes to you both and if you ever visit Seattle do contact me. My house is open to you and I would love to show you our great Northwest!

Happy paddling...

Linda Quirk

Vita,

Well, you get what you pay for... and sometimes you luck out and get more! That's how I felt about my personalized Laid Back bicycle tour. I was initially hesitant to take the tour since it was so much more expensive than the bus and walking tours. But I am so glad that I decided to try it. It was better than all the other tours combined. I saw everything up close, covered a lot of territory, learned history and interesting facts, and felt joyful and pampered. I would highly recommend your tour. Thanks.

Lori Joy Eisner
Maryland

Hey Y'all....

Just wanted to drop a line and say again what a wonderful time Linda and I had kayaking on the bayou with Laid Back Tours.... great equipment, excellent location for first-timers to paddle the bayou (lots of wildlife in a beautiful serene setting), super WEATHER (however you did that), but most importantly, all of the great conversation and knowledgeable information that was exchanged throughout the day.... The two of you have found the missing element that most tour companies have failed to grasp.... "Just have a laid back time with friends" Thanks again... We'll be back soon...

Tom & Linda
New Jersey

Dear Veda & Mussa (do I have the spelling right?):

Sam & I have finally re-entered our world, but are longing to be back in N.O. We truly had a wonderful time with y'all. The bike trips were terrific and we will spread the word in our neck of the woods. We stopped in at Storeyville and dance a bit. Saturday, we had Beignets and coffee at Café du Monde- what an operation- the turnover is incredible, and the beignets were sinfully delicious. Veda- you must be clairevoiant- we asked the waitress for 2 coffees and ONE order of beignets- sure enough she brought a plate of 6 (2 orders) just like you predicted. We called her attention to it but managed to choke them all down anyway! We picked up another muffalatta to go (for lunch later) at Central Grocery and headed to the trolley for the Garden District. We had a walking tour map, so we saw all the highlights. Ann Rice's house was not mentioned so thank you for clueing us in. We had dinner at The Pelican Club- our best meal in N.O.- thanks for all your great suggestions- you were right on the money! Unfortunately, we never did get to Tippatina's- we ended up having an after dinner drink in the St. Ann/Marie Antoinette Hotel courtyard- very pretty setting- and a lovely place to stay- maybe next time. Sunday came too quick, I'm afraid. Mary took us to the airport- she was a real find as well. Thanks again for giving us such a great taste of N'awlins- you made it very memorable for us- Laissez les bon temps roullez!

Sam & Leslie Griesmer
Boston

Dear Veda, dear Mosse (is this your name?),

We would like to, again, thank you for the wonderful kayaking tour you both organized for us. We definitely had a great day and enjoyed both nature and your company a lot. We are the group of four Germans you took to the trip ten days ago.

And again, I would like to confirm that I'd love to help you with the German website or other German text whenever it's needed! I wish you a great end of the summer with lots of great excursions.

Best wishes also from Thomas, Verena and Hans,

Dorothea

Hey guys! We're back in Houston and back to reality...work, dishes in the sink, etc. We just wanted to drop a line to say thanks again for an amazing time. We have been telling everyone about our trip. It really does open up a whole new New Orleans experience. We told the owner of the B&B about you and he took your name and website!

You guys are great. We really enjoyed your company and hope to stay in touch. We found out that the convention will be the second week in November. We just need to find out where it is being held. We will keep you updated.

Any time you guys plan on visiting Houston, please contact us. We would love to return the hospitality you showed us.

Keep in touch...    Dina and Billy Whitaker