OPENINGS IN 2012 Please note that we are a boutique, private tour company with just three guides serving on average 45 clients per year. We don’t just put together random tours and “hope to fill them” Instead, all of our tours are custom-designed for our clients. Join our family of satisfied travelers today! 2012 Schedule […]
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Tour Opportunities for October
March 5, 2012 European Focus founder and guide James Derheim is available during the beautiful month of October, a perfect time to explore most of central and southern Europe. October is prime season and is usually booked far in advance. The days are mild and the kids are all back in school with no major […]
This year, follow the journey in new and exciting ways
With the addition of Stephanie Visscher to our small team of support people back in Sarasota, this year we will be offering interested persons a way to virtually travel along as we explore new places plus some old favorites. Using a new iPad, James will be shooting video clips and putting together “Where Are They […]
Germany Small Group Offer for July or August
February 22, 2012 For Sarasota and area residents only. We will hold a social mixer so that interested persons can meet one another before signing up for this experience in Germany. Germany is the home base of European Focus Private Tours, and we have a second home in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, which is one […]
So, do you have any trips scheduled for this year?
February 21, 2012 Our most common question from customers at our retail store “European Focus Village” in the heart of Sarasota. The answer is, “yes, yes, yes!” But the twist is that European Focus does not just plan a “big bus tour” and then hope to fill it. We have turned the entire concept of […]
Travel Opportunities for March and April
European Focus Tours founder and co-owner James Derheim hates to twiddle his thumbs between tours. That’s why he’s offering amazing rates for the periods of March 19 to 29 and April 11 to 18. This is a great opportunity for a short tour in the heart of Europe. Jim recommends Italy (lovely at this time […]
Just booked – tour in Ireland, Edinburgh and London
A couple walked into our retail store on January 28 and after a short conversation, started the process of booking their adventure this June in Ireland, Scotland and Ireland. Jim will be taking this couple, who spend part of their winter in Sarasota, to Cashel in Tipperary, Counties Kerry and Cork and Dublin city plus […]
How to Have a Successful Family History Trip to Europe
European Focus Private Tours provides the expertise, experience and guidance on the “Ultimate Experience,” visiting your ancestral villages or towns in Europe. Many family historians just don’t know where to start, and are not yet ready for that ultimate experience. Here are some tips from on how to get started on your quest. Begin with […]