What People Are Saying
“We have had the pleasure of traveling twice so far with Frances. One trip was in Scotland and the other a girls trip in Portland. Frances is so knowledgeable, kind, and organized. She planned activities that we wouldn’t have been able to do on our own because she has experience in the areas living or traveling there. Frances planned everything from transportation to meals to hikes and shopping. She takes the time to research and get the best prices. We plan to go on more trips with Frances in the future.”
— Scott & Lauretta S.
“Frances and her Thistledown Way tours are amazing! She’s creative, fun and organized. Each trip is planned with detailed coordination from beginning to end, making it memorable AND affordable.”
“Attendance on the womens trip to Iceland was a dream come true for me. Frances made the travel effortless, attending to each detail with grace and ease. It’s a delight to feel her warm Scottish welcome in any location.”
“I have traveled with Thistledown Way to Iceland (women’s trip), the Highlands of Scotland (couples’ trip), and to her beautiful home in Sherwood Oregon (womens' retreat). Without fail, each experience was rich with local flavor, boutique style experiences, and personalized service. I can’t wait to attend the next event hosted by Frances!”
“Thistledown Way tours are small and personal enabling groups to see/do things unimaginable with a larger group. Grab some friends, your partner or meet new ones—Frances and her boutique-style travel will put together the perfect tour for you!”
— Alicia T
“After my INCREDIBLE Scottish Highlands adventure with Frances visiting the village and farm where she grew up and other amazing sites, I immediately booked her Iceland trip which surpassed my expectations and now looking forward to her European Christmas Markets tour!”
“Attendance on the womens trip to Iceland was a dream come true for me. Frances made the travel effortless, attending to each detail with grace and ease. It’s a delight to feel her warm Scottish welcome in any location.”
— Georgia A
"Of all the traveling we have done over the years, Scotland with Frances is by far the most enjoyable and memorable trip we’ve ever taken. Traveling with Frances was truly a delight where we experienced all things Scottish including sleeping in a castle shearing sheep and even eating haggis and blood pudding! The paramount experience, however, was meeting her beautiful family who showered us with love and hospitality! We left our hearts in Kingussie and hope to return to beautiful Scotland with Frances in the near future."
— Eric & Julie H
