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TESTIMONIALS FROM PROGRAM PARTICIPANTSThroughout La Giraudieres’ website you will find testimonials from participants who have participated in one of our programs. Here is where we place just the testimonials for easy reading and for referring to. Like to send me your testimonial of your stay then email it to me at program@lagiraudiere.com "I
enjoyed the
way the
program was structured so that volunteers could work in groups or
independently, and were free to contribute to projects of their own
choosing and initiative."Marlou de Win • Holland (August 2011) - (Leonardo da Vinci programme intern)  "Excellent
program good host
well organized but relaxed and flexible and good way of meeting people
from the
community reasonable priced into the bargain.Peter Kemball • UK ( June 2011)  "Affordable,
great
opportunity to live like a local and The day trips enabled me to learn
about
the Charente region of France in a way I could not have as a regular
tourist.Denise Grunder • United States (June 2011)  "Great
way to
improve your
French with plenty of opportunities to get involved in local life,
Loved the
meals and I felt at home the moment I unpacked."Hollie Higgins • England (August 2011)  "I
enjoyed the
experience,
and everyone I met and it opens doors to opportunities culturally that
you
wouldn't get any other way. The integration into the community, in
terms of
activities and friends was one of my major likes." "An excellent
way to meet
new people, learn new skills and integrate into a real French
community. "Fiona Riley • England  "It
is more than
just a
vacation, it is an internship and an opportunity to improve my own
skills that
will make me a better employee later on.Kelly Keene • United States (2012)  "The location is
beautiful
and we were so involved in the local French community. I loved being
introduced
to all the locals an authentic French experience thanks Paul superb
program.Derrick Higgins • Canada (2011)  "The program is
terrific
value and Paul's relationship with the locals makes it unique, I made
many
contacts French and otherwise thanks LG I will miss LG and you all at
Brossac." - "Very good
value. Can't put
a price on the experience and sense of welcoming. Feeling part of the
local
French community La Giraudiere is priceless.Tslil Shemesh • Israel (July 2011)  "La
Giraudiere
a place of
learning and so much more! To me, it is also a place of discovery and
insight about
this ancient and fascinating region of our world, about other people,
their
cultures and lifestyles, about developing different skill sets, and
about
broadening my knowledge of myself. Thank you for your vision, Paul, and
for
making this unique opportunity available! "Thank
you for
giving me
the opportunity to be part of the La Giraudiere team I had a truly
wonderful
time. You are one in a million and I will be back.Rhian Rowlands • Wales (June 2010)  "Found
lots of
volunteer
program but La Giraudiere offered the best price I loved the colorful
curious
people and the wine and the sunset, if in France I will return.Irvin Fong • Chinese American (sept 2011)  "My
time at LG
was amazing
an experience I will never forget, I will feel like a little piece of
my heart
will forever be with La Giraudiere and you all in South West France.Kathryne Appleby • United States (2011)  "Paul there is
no mistake
that what you have created here in France is a reason for us to really
experience
France. It is you that makes it so easy for us all to live and work
together as
a team.Michelle Rochon • Canada (2009)  "The local
culture, getting
the know the international participants, the physical countryside is
fabulous,
nice rooms, nice windows, fresh feel of the country air and the
outdoors
environment.Greg and Linda Karle • USA (2010)  "A
very relaxed
program,
everyone so friendly I learned some useful skills loved the dinner
conversations and playing Petanque with the locals."Hugh Thomson • United Kingdom (Sept 2011)  "A
very good
program and
everyone so welcoming I loved Brossac Lake and our host Paul who was so
patient
with us and the meals what a great idea everyone taking a turn.Vanessa Robinson • England (August 2011)  "Thank you Paul
for your
hospitality - I truly enjoyed my stay at La Giraudiere I loved Brossac
and
meeting the locals excellent group.Gayle Higgins • Canada (September 2011)  "La Giraudiere
program -
superb! and believe me I checked many programs. La Giraudiere gives an
authentic
southern rural France living experience and French lessons for much
less.Kim Flewallen • USA (June 2010)  "The group mixed
well
because of the environment created by Paul.Steve Ibberson • England  "The location
was good
because it was a good way to see what French rural life is like apart
from the
big cities. Great participation with the local French the football, the
badminton and the boules"Nicole Villanuera and Alan • United States (2010)  "My first
impression was,
friendly people, good system very relaxed with a welcoming atmosphere
after
which it just got better. I will definitely be back I miss you everyone
already.Kirsty Jeffrey • Scotland (June 2011)  "It was a great
environment! I love family dinners and excursions. Paul and La
Giraudiere
program makes it very easy to make friends.Nicole Belverd • United States (August 2011 )  "I have really
appreciated
the opportunity to see what rural France is really like and to be part
of your
community for a time, I will never forget La Giraudiere and Brossac".Emily Richardson • England (September 2011)  "Paul you are a
brilliant
host and an excellent boss thank you for sharing your home with me
these last 3 weeks and it is you that makes the magic at La
Giraudiere.Edward Dove • England 2009  "I
had the most
amazing
time, and will never forget the Pyla Dunes, chestnut hike, bike riding
to the
lake, or how bright the stars shone at night.Elizabeth Prentice • United States (2011)  "It
is a place
of
international learning, a place being brought back to life and at the
same time
adding to the lives of those who help make it happen. Never a truer
word said.Emily Kerr • England (2010,2011,2012)  "La Giraudiere
has provided
a comfortable environment where I could learn a lot and where lots of
opportunities to learn were given to me. Meeting the locals and playing
petanque was a bonus and my LG experience has created many found
memories that
I will remember for ever.Alex Hamilton • Australia (June 2011)  "Well
organized,
excellent
price but the family atmosphere and the wonderful people were the most
valuable
aspects of this program. I regret having to leave. "La
Giraudiere
gave me new
experiences with different cultures brought new understanding and
acceptance of
others. See you next year.Vicki Anderson • United States (2010)  "Words cannot
describe my
experience, but after spending time at La Giraudiere, I would love to
live in
France permanently.Corinna Hayward • Scotland (2012) "Thank you Paul
and Sydney,
for being such great hosts and for sharing not only your home, but also
your
life and friends in Brossac it has made my French experience unique.Jenny Downes • Ireland  "For me, a clinical
psychologist and aspiring novelist, being outdoors, trimming hedges and
assisting with a writing project was a delight. Whatever
your present station in life you will not regret having joined the team
at La Giraudiere. You will create memories to cherish for a lifetime.
I, for one, will return."Dr D J Rohling USA 2012  "We
had a wonderful 3 weeks, La Giraudiere delivered what it promised - a
taste of French life, an opportunity to learn new skills and meet new
people"Marion and Charlie - Scotland - 2012 |
