Comments from People Who Have Traveled with Jean
Our tour guides were outstanding, polite, knowledgeable well spoken and gave us the opportunity to participate in tours to architect’s offices, city planning offices and historic sites that we probably would not have been able to see. Two university professors stood out. The opening remarks by a survivor of the communist system and Professor Scheploff’s view of architecture. This was an opportunity to see Central Europe, its history, architecture, decorative arts and local culture. For this we thank you.
Thomas.F. Cole, C+R Achitects, Cincinnati, about a tour to Prague and Budapest.
Course ranks significantly better than others of its kind due to instructor’s vast, brilliant and insightful knowledge of all subjects , enabling him to address specific topics in depth…An unforgettable experience to be treasured for the rest of one’s life!
Brenda Hutchins, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
The best feature…the instructor’s vast knowledge. The worst…it wasn’t a month long. Don’t change a thing! It’s fantastic!
Marcello Luzi, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Just a note to express my sincere gratitude for the most enjoyable and educational trip that I have taken. Having taken other similar tours, I can truly say yours is the greatest and was the most organized and best use of time anyone could possibly expect. I would highly recommend this tour to any designer. It was certainly time well spent. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, and your concern and interest that all members of the trip were informed and well treated.
Michael J Parenti, ASID, IDS, President, Omni Interiors, Inc., North Palm Beach, Florida
It isn't only that you carefully plan each day's visits to the various places of interest but that you made it your business to know so much about them and the way they fit into history, both ancient and contemporary. As you told of each garden or area or building and the people who created them, I began to feel your enthusiasm growing and then I felt it spilling over into me...... Thanks, Jean, for an especially fine visit to France.
Mr. Sam Coward, ASID, Sarasota, Florida
Nancy and I wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed the trip to Provence and Paris. This trip ranks with the best vacation trips we ever taken. Your direction and "lectures" bridged the cultural gaps that existed before the trip. Your choice of hotels, cafes and restaurants was superb. This trip was a perfect blend of seeing new sights, experiencing a new culture and language, enjoying good food, and learning a lot in the meantime. Our preconceived ideas of France and the French were completely changed for the best. Please keep us on your list of future trips.
Mr. & Mrs. R. Cota, Sarasota, Florida
The trip to France with you was the best trip we ever made. You certainly went out of your way to make everyone happy. Your planning, knowledge and wit made it a all an unforgettable experience. We haven't developed the accent yet, but as we put on some pounds during the trip, we are now both partly French.
Barbara & Kaj Marc-Wogau, Weaverville, North Carolina
A few comments from participants who traveled to France and took the course French Decor, Architecture & Furniture in Provence:
- “Varied subject matter with a knowledgeable instructor!” N.H., Stuart
- “Everything was excellent. I rally enjoyed and learned. Jean is excellent! I will take another trip with him!” K.M., Plantation
- “Jean has the ability to integrate history and its influence on art, architecture and furniture.” G.W., Winterpark
- ”It was a great opportunity to experience the art and culture of these fantastic buildings first hand.” C.E., Winterpark
A few comments from participants who traveled to Rome:
- “Mr. Renoux gave exciting and informative presentations!” M.L.., Winterpark.
- “I was impressed by both the sites and Mr. Renoux’s knowledge.” D.T., Middleburg, VA