Private tour in Catskill Joan A
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Hello, my name is Joan. I am an experienced and licensed Tour Guide. I provide sightseeing tours throughout the Hudson Valley, New York City and New England. I do walking, bus, and private car tours for 4-50 people. Background: I was born in New York City, and raised in Westchester County (Lower Hudson Valley). I have a B. A. in History from Briarcliff College, an A. A. S. Degree in Interior Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology and an M. A. S. Degree in Architecture from Pratt Institute. I taught Art History at the State University of New York while in graduate school. I have worked in Tribal Communities for 22 years to help organize education and economic development programs and helped raise funding for the programs. My Hudson Valley Tours: I offer customized tours for groups of up to 10 people. A private car and driver will provide our tour transportation. I offer Half-day, Full-Day and Overnight tours in Lower, Mid and Upper Hudson Valley. I invite you to walk, ride, and boat on and along the Hudson River amongst majestic mountains. We will trace the Hudson Valley's past-the Glacier Period, American Indian, Explorer, Pre-Colonial, Dutch, American Colonial, American Revolution, Industrial Period, Civil War, Romantic and Guilded Age Periods. We will visit Period Mansions, 19th Century Artists' homes, famous Woodstock, boat ride on the Hudson, overnight at one of several iconic and splendid hotel resorts, hike, horseback ride, and swim, enjoy gourmet farm to table meals, and visit local wineries and breweries. I will customize your tour and insure you enjoy a fantastic, memorable visit to New York's Hudson Valley. B.A. History Briarcliff College A.A.S. Fashion Institute of Technology with High Honors M.A.S Architecture Pratt Institute with Highest Honors International Tour Management Institute ("ITMI") Certificate Tour Guide: Hudson Valley New York City New England New York City Guide License Member: Guides Association of New York City (GANYC) I am not a driver but can secure transportation and professional driver.
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Breathtaking views of the Hudson River from a stone mansion sprawling over rolling hills and gardens, hidden art treasures, gilded hallways, winding stairs, and opulent interiors.mountain air, I've lived in the Hudson Valley most of my life, am an Architecture school graduate & taught Art history. I'm also a skier, hiker and horseback rider-A perfect guide who'd love to share the valley's rich history and mesmerizing outdoors. This tour is perfect for visitors who love art, architecture and outdoor activities. I offer customized tours that mirror your interests.
Joan was amazing! a truly inspirational day! Joan was a font of knowledge and took great care of our interests and needs adjusting to our areas of interest. providing a lovely picnic to ensure we had plenty of time for all the places we wished to visit along the Lower Hudson Valley
Joan was very thorough in the planning of the day. She communicated clearly and often. She listened to our desires and crafted a day of site visits that met our wishes. She picked us up early, prepared for our needs with water and energy bars. We were thrilled to see the architecture and art on our tours. Exceptional.
Joan is vivacious and extremely knowledgeable about history and very helpful. My husband travels with a wheelchair and she was patient and unfazed by the rigors of handling one.
My clients thoroughly enjoyed their stay in the Hudson Valley. Joan did an amazing job showing them the historic sights in the area, the personal touch made the trip! So easy to work with and so professional.
Three cheers for Joan with TBL for planning an exceptional day in the Hudson River Valley for our family gathering. She did an amazing job of navigating around COVID considerations to maximize our experience. We are forever enriched by the broad range of sights and activities arranged by this extremely knowledgeable guide. Well done Joan ! Charlotte Goodwyn
Kykuit-The Rockefeller Estate-Walking tour includes the main floor of the house, Inner Garden, and West Terrace. Lyndhurst -Majestic estate on the banks of the magnificent Hudson River. Washington Irving's Sunnyside-Explore the romantic riverside cottage and landscape designed by America’s “Founding Father of Literature.”
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