What Our Clients Say
It has long been a dream for me to visit Japan. Once I found this tour, it felt like the one I needed to choose. Little did I realize how much more it would deliver to me than I had hoped for -- in terms of experience, variation, learning, connection, and inspiration. I feel my mind has been expanded and my heart opened up in new ways. I am most happy to have had this opportunity. Thank you! - Nancy, WA
It was the trip of a lifetime for me. The workshops were wonderful, activities I never would have discovered and scheduled by myself, and the accommodations were first rate, even better than I anticipated. I am so glad I made this trip. I will be talking and reminiscing about Japan and the friends and people I met for a very long time. I hope I get the chance to visit again. - A., NJ
Opulent Quilt Journeys put together an experiential tour of textiles in Norway. We went from the Viking age through to the digital age. We saw and experienced the beauty of Norway while learning about traditional textiles. I am so inspired now that I am home. - Jody, ON, Canada
This was the experience of a lifetime for me. I met wonderful friends, learned so much, gained so much respect for Japanese fiber artisans. - Emily, PA
As a husband accompanying my weaver wife, I came away with a far greater appreciation of weaving and textiles. It was a Master Class. There were so many opportunities for cultural experiences and learning about Japan that I was completely engaged without taking any of the more hands-on workshops. The tour far exceeded my expectations. The experiences were both broad and deep, and I came home creatively inspired. - Darrel, WA
The Textile Traditions Tour of Norway by Opulent Journeys exceeded my expectations, It was a fantastic learning experience, both from a fiber arts perspective and in the exposure to Norwegian heritage and culture. The tour was very well organized and maximized the opportunity for the participant to relax and enjoy. - Pat, PA
Opulent Quilt Journey provided a well- organized tour of the southern parts of Japan. Highlights were many weaving and dyeing experiences, and museums and gardens, and a flea market. Our guide, Toshi, provided great information and insights during the tour. There were so many great things to do, see, and eat, it's hard to pick one, or even a few. It was all great! - Susan, NJ
Our trip was so very wonderful!! All of our excursions were fiber related or sight seeing throughout Norway. A very well thought out and planned trip. Our driver and guide were very qualified. I felt safe and secure as we headed to our daily excursions. And returning to our hotel with much more knowledge about fiber , fiber products, and, Norway. - J., KS
Opulent Quilt Journeys goes above and beyond to ensure their travelers have a wonderful trip. We were well taken care of before and during our journey. I can't say enough about our guides Kris and Keiko! Their hard work, knowledge of both Japan and crafting made our experiences both fun and memorable. They could not have done enough for us. It was a pleasure to have traveled with them! I would do it again in a heartbeat! - Diana, BC, Canada
Thank you for the opportunity to visit so many extraordinary places in London, Bath, Aberystwyth and Birmingham. I will savor the memories we created and the sights we were able to see. - Darlene, VT
So many interesting experiences! The kimono at the Itchiku Kubota Kimono Museum were the most beautiful things I've ever seen. Layer, upon layer of techniques were used to create these exquisite garments! My favorite workshop was at the Arimatsu Narumi Shibori Museum. In fact, it piqued my curiosity so much that I've begun learning more about, and trying out, shibori since I've been home. The opportunity for workshops was one of the things that attracted me to this tour, and I was not disappointed... - Janet, AB, Canada
Words cannot express the wonderful trip to Japan. Opulent provided for our every need. The daily events were filled with the history and culture of Japan. The dinners were a cultural delight. Our lives were enriched with the sights and sounds of Japan. Opulent went beyond taking us to the historic places. We were in the Japanese home of a famous fiber artist and a four-hundred-year-old shop where we met the 17th and 18th generation owners. Opulent has provided the trip of a lifetime. I know I will be talking about it for the rest of my life. I would recommend the trip to everyone.... - Marianne, WI