Satisfied guests and tourees scribble notes, compose letters, send emails, and report on-line in praise of docents, VEVs and CAF staff members. Here are the latest compliments.
Bob Adamschick (VEV)
We stopped in to view the city model of Chicago (on a sweltering Wednesday in late July), and you gave us so much insight into the history and architecture of the city. Thank you! We loved chatting with you.
Jim Bartholomew, 2008
On September 28, our St. Mary of the Woods Seniors took the River Cruise with excellent docent, Jim Bartholomew. He was very knowledgeable about the buildings, Chicago history, little known facts and folklore. It is a tour we will long remember. The boat trip is a wonderful way to see our city. It is truly the top tour in Chicago and with docents like Jim, it will continue to be. Great experience! Great cruise! Great Guide! – Joan Kadlec
I recommend you take the early River Cruise for the morning light shimmering on the buildings or the sunset navigation. Our guide Jim was FANTANSTIC, knowledgeable, entertaining and passionate. He made an already fabulous 1.5-hour tour of the city’s architecture memorable.
Bob Joynt, 2011, and Georgia Goldberg, 2012
I really enjoyed my trip to Chicago, first time visitor to the city. I lucked out as my weekend happened to be Chicago Open House. I did the River Cruise and our docent, Bob, was excellent. I learned a lot from the cruise, and told Bob wanted to do a walking tour. After he listened to what I would appreciate, he suggested the Rise of the Skyscraper tour. Again, I had another great docent, Georgia. She is a little ball of fire – so informative. I have now recommended CAF to many folks.
Judith Kaufman, 2010
Judith did a fabulous job of informing and entertaining us on the River Cruise. Thank you!
While visiting friends in the Chicago area, we were encouraged to take the River Cruise and we were not disappointed. Our guide, Judith Kaufman, was simply amazing. She held our attention for 90 minutes and we came away with a wealth of information. We would not hesitate to recommend this tour.
Tom Kinsella, 2006
Editor’s Note: CAF received a gift of $75.00 in recognition of Tom.
My client loved the architectural tour on Tuesday, October 11. Both the driver OJ and the docent Tom were amazing. Sincerely, Olivier Chevallier, Meetings & Incentives Worldwide
Angela Platt, 2013
Excellent Art Deco tour, made so by an excellent docent.
Constance Rajala, 2008
Had a great River Cruise tour on October 11. Thanks – Bert Lax (CAF member)
Tim Thurlow, 2015
I have started to take CAF tours and so far, have been excited with everything I’ve been to. This Treasures of Culture and Commerce tour touched buildings of late 19th-early 20th century. The guide, Tim, was extraordinary. As, actually, all guides from the Foundation I’ve met. I wish other cities had so many devoted representatives as Chicago has. Highly recommend this tour – and others, too.
Greg Dreyer, 2007
The River Cruise tour guide did an excellent tour of the city’s best architecture sites. Truly enjoyed the tour!
Joan Winstein, 2012
Well worth it to cruise the river and get the docent’s comments on the details of the beautiful skyline. Joan W. did a great job, even with the microphone failure. Her knowledge base was tremendous. The best time to go is a sunset when the buildings are all lit.