Testimonials

  • My 3rd WVT trip was to Japan in April 2026 and as always, was a perfect experience hosted by the amazing Seb and Bridghe. The trip hosted us through the most amazing 5-star hotels I’ve ever dreamed of staying in, complemented by smooth logistics across buses and trains (including ambassadors to ease a major travel day with 2 train switches!). We did not go hungry as usual on a WVT trip – with so much thought and effort put into a local experience that accommodates all preferences and focus points. I’m personally not vegan and encourage anyone who may be considering this to not hold you back from joining – the food is delicious and the environment is warm and inviting regardless of your journey. Book now, I can’t wait for my next one 🙂

    Kerri D.
    Vegan Japan (II) with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau - 2026
  • This was the most memorable,luxurious international trip I have ever taken. Everything was fantastically planned by World Vegan Travel from start to finish. We were treated to delicious gourmet vegan food every single day. The daily breakfast feasts were a highlight. I thoroughly enjoyed the variety of Japanese dishes that our group was exposed to at many lovely restaurants, and learning to make Ramen was most memorable too! Brighde, Seb, Colleen and David are all special, wonderful people that I loved being around.. and I truly cherish all the lovely friendships I made with many fellow vegans on this trip. I definitely hope to travel with World Vegan Travel again. They are beyond impressive.

    Arya R.
    Vegan Japan (II) with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau - 2026
  • This was my third trip with World Vegan Travel, and they once again exceeded every expectation! They truly specialize in luxury vegan travel where every detail is handled with absolute care. The culinary experience was a total standout; we enjoyed spectacular, plant-based meals that were authentic and all without any of the typical travel stress. If you are looking for a premium way to see the world while connecting with an amazing group of like-minded people, I cannot recommend World Vegan Travel enough. Even if Japan is not on your bucket list, I highly suggest checking out their other destinations—they truly know how to deliver a wonderful experience!

    Tera H.
    Vegan Japan (1) with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau - 2026
  • I just returned from an incredible Vietnam tour with World Vegan Travel—my second trip with them after an equally amazing experience in South Africa. From start to finish, everything was thoughtfully curated and seamlessly executed. The travel hosts were outstanding. Their attention to detail and ability to create a welcoming group dynamic really stood out. In fact, I was so impressed that I signed up for next year’s Cambodia trip while still on this tour—which probably says it all. If you’re looking for a well-organized, high-quality vegan travel experience with heart, I can’t recommend World Vegan Travel highly enough.

    Chandra P.
    Vegan North & Central Vietnam - 2026
  • Where to start? The itinerary was perfect. Each hotel was top notch! And the food… incredible! I cannot give enough praise to Seb and Brighde! The entire trip was delightful- well planned, perfectly executed. And many surprises along the way (Thai massage is the best)! Thailand is a wonderful country with great people. We loved the culture and atmosphere. Traveling with WVT, we met a like minded group of people and really enjoyed the trip with everyone. I highly recommend WVT and am so looking forward to our next trip to Botswana!

    Jennifer S.
    The Best of Thailand - 2025
  • Having just returned in late May from the Tuscan Tranquility trip with WVT, my husband and I are convinced that this is the best way to travel outside the USA. The WFPB vegan lunch at Life Bistro in Volterra was fabulous and the restaurant itself was basically a museum with a transparent glass floor built right over ancient ruins. Dinners were equally delicious and we had the best creative desserts to end the evening. We are very grateful for Brighde and Seb with WVT and Wanda with the NHA, for making these trips possible. We toured Thailand with WVT in 2025 and Rwanda is already booked for 2027. We can hardly wait!

    Cynthia D.
    Tuscan Tranquility: A Week of WFPB Living, Wellness and Wonder - 2026
  • Traveling with WVT to the Dordogne region of France was truly a remarkable experience. From the delicious French food (all impeccably made vegan) to the luxurious accommodations (a beautiful villa booked entirely for our group) and the varied and memorable activities and sightseeing (prehistoric cave paintings, private cruise on the Seine River, medieval villages, elephant sanctuary visit and so much more), along with traveling with a great group of people (many of whom are repeat guests), it all made for a perfect trip. This was my 4th trip with WVT (with two more booked for next year) and I highly recommend this group for your vegan (and vegan curious) travels.

    Susan S
    Paris to Dordogne Valley with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau - 2025
  • Where to begin…This was my fifth World Vegan Travel trip, and it most certainly will not be my last. The Croatia experience was entirely different, as it was on a SUPER YACHT, but yet the same as my other WVT trips. Why the same? Because everything was exceptional. The accommodations (I think I mentioned the SUPER YACHT!) with an incredibly kind and devoted crew who catered to our every need and whim, the amazing food which was abundant and always delicious, the people who joined us on the trip from different places in our world, and of course our brilliant hosts Brighde and Seb. These two know how to conduct a trip!

    Deborah G
    Joyful Vegan Croatia Sail I - 2025
  • WVT does it again! This trip had so many moments that took my breath away. Hiking in the Dolomites was a million times more beautiful than I ever could have imagined. Our villa near Lake Garda was straight out of a fantasy. Our time in Venice was romantic and charming. Brighde and Seb pack each day with so many fun activities and opportunities to soak up the wonder of Northen Italy. And the food… OMG. Truly extraordinary cuisine. As always with WVT, our fellow travelers were all lovely people, and I’ll treasure the shared memories and new friendships made. Thank you for another awesome trip! I can’t wait for the next one!

    Douglas A.
    Northern Italy with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau - 2026
  • The best of Thailand was on my bucket list. After visiting Bali, India I really wanted to go to Thailand in 2020. But the world closed down. So when WVT announced Thailand, I was super excited. This was my second trip with WVT. They did not disappoint. Everything was well planned out but also giving us enough downtime to relax. I really enjoyed our interactions with the temples & the monks. The food was so delicious. Brighde & Seb are just a joy to be around & I look forward to many more trips with them.

    MarQ T.
    The Best of Thailand - 2025
  • We had an incredible experience on the Botswana trip. The opportunity to see wildlife up close with such knowledgable and considerate guides fulfilled this bucket list item completely- and then some! The lodges were impeccable, with wonderful (and talented!) staff that brought the experience over the top. Everything was very well planned and implemented. It almost felt like being a kid again, with everything we needed taken care of. Having WFPB food made this a trip I could not only take, but one where we could feel good about supporting our health as well. The whole journey felt special from start to finish. I highly recommend this trip!

    Penny B.
    SOS-Free Botswana with NHA 2 - 2025
  • Truly an excellent trip! The food was amazing, the hotels were incredible, and everything was just so well organized. The trip allowed for us to visit a lot of the touristy spots/must-sees in Japan with a lot of free time for us to do our own thing.

    Payal P.
    Vegan Japan (1) with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau - 2026
  • Another wonderful World Vegan Travel adventure. Botswana was amazing! The accommodations were world-class and just beautiful. The food, as always, was delicious and plentiful. The ability to observe wildlife so close to the vehicles (yet safely) was breathtaking. The staff at the camps in Botswana were cheerful and knowledgeable. Being among and getting to know like-minded individuals was also part of this memorable experience. I highly recommend. This was, in fact, my fourth excursion with World Vegan Travel (and I have six more adventures booked!) I think that speaks volumes about the experience of a World Vegan Travel trip!

    Monica K.
    Botswana Safari with wildlife photographer Jennifer Hadley - 2026
  • World Vegan Travel did a fantastic job organizing the Best of Thailand trip—my second trip with WVT and my husband’s first. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged, from wonderful hotels and delicious food to memorable surprises like massages and special experiences along the way. Highlights included visiting animal sanctuaries and staying in beautiful resorts, especially the villas in Phuket. Traveling with fellow vegans made the experience even more special, and the camaraderie will stay with me long after the trip.

    Sharon D.
    The Best of Thailand - 2025
  • If you are looking for a travel experience that seamlessly blends high-end luxury, ethical dining, and breathtaking wilderness, look no further than World Vegan Travel’s Botswana Safari. Our journey through two distinct camps was, without exaggeration, the trip of a lifetime. From the moment we arrived, the travel coordination was perfectly executed.  The wildlife sightings were spectacular—think majestic lions, herds of elephants, and vibrant birdlife—but what truly set this trip apart was the hospitality. Seb and Brighde are master hosts; their attention to detail and the “beautiful surprises” they tucked into every day made the experience feel deeply personal and magical

    Gina D.
    Botswana Safari with wildlife photographer Jennifer Hadley - 2026
  • Brighde and Seb created an unforgettable Tuscan experience that included well paced days full of visits to historically and aesthetically significant locations. The home base farm was a fabulous place full of warm and earnest staff, delicious food, and beauty. Brighde and Seb also included marvelous lunches at a farm sanctuary and a borghese villa including an opera singer that overwhelmed me with the power of the moment.

    Mark A.
    SOS-Free Tuscany with NHA - 2025
  • We are still blown away by this excursion!! Seb and Brighde completely spoiled us. They made sure our every need was met. The accommodations were beyond our expectations, beautiful and comfortable. The game drives yielded almost every creature you can imagine for the area. Don’t know how they managed that! 🙂 I would highly recommend the Botswana trip to anyone that wants an amazing and unforgettable experience! Thank you Seb and Brighde for all you did and all you do!

    Lucy R.
    Botswana Safari with wildlife photographer Jennifer Hadley - 2026
  • Vietnam was nothing short of extraordinary. From start ot finish, the experience was beautifully curated, deeply enriching, and consistently welcoming. What stood out was how the trip was thoughtfully planned with 3 excellent guides with us at all times always willing to take the extra step – from driving a guest to the doctor of their scooter, to making a trip to get another’s eyeglasses fixed, to accompanying us to Michellin star restaurants. Every meal felt like a celebration, from street food to carefully crafted dishes.
    The trip exceeded every expectation and I will carry the memories forever.

    Arnold A.
    Vegan North & Central Vietnam - 2026
  • WOW! WOW! WOW! This was our fourth trip with World Vegan Travel, and they continue to outdo themselves. Sailing in luxury accommodations on a gorgeous yacht with a group of delightful fellow travelers on the sparkling blue Adriatic Sea.. if there is a heaven, this is truly it. The food is divine. The crew is spectacular. The island activities and tours are varied, educational, relaxing, inspiring, surprising, and always fun. Do not let yourself miss out on this trip!

    Douglas A.
    Joyful Vegan Croatia Sail I - 2025
  • Wow! Seb and Brighde know how to set up a stress free trip for their travelers! We traveled with the NHA (National Health Association – kudos to organizer Wanda Huberman there) and ate SOS (sugar, oil, salt) free vegan food prepared stunningly by the various chefs at Agri Villa I Pini and restaurants along the way. The villa was a fantastic setting with a view of San Gimignano, pool, vineyards – you felt like you were in a movie! Everything was organized for us and we didn’t have to worry about any transportation, meals, “where to go”, etc with them. The guides they chose, along with our fabulous driver, Salvatore, were great. We will definitely travel with them again!

    Roberta R.
    Tuscan Tranquility: A Week of WFPB Living, Wellness and Wonder - 2026
  • Amazing experience!! Great food! Wonderful accommodations! Seb and Brighde are brilliant guides and take care of EVERYTHING!! We’ve already booked for more trips and we know we’ll keep coming back!

    Mike H.
    Vegan North & Central Vietnam - 2026
  • This was our first WVT trip but it won’t be our last! From day 1 we were blown away with the service and attention from Seb, Brighde, Colleen and David. No detail was left to chance. We were wined and dined at every turn. We met wonderful people in our group and made lasting friendships. The sights and impressions of N Italy will stay with us long after we return home. I can’t say enough about how great a time we had. Can’t wait to book another world adventure with this team!

    Heidi S.
    Northern Italy with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau - 2026
  • This was our first World Vegan Travel tour, and we had an amazing trip; Brighde and Seb thought of everything and then some. Colleen and David make excellent tour hosts. Having the daily itinerary with a review each evening made for a smooth trip. The locations we stayed at were fabulous; from the “right out of a movie” villa near Lake Garda for the first stay, to the mountain resorts in the Alps, to the hotel on the Grand Canal in Venice. The food was amazing. any normal travel stress of “is this vegan” or where can we eat that has decent “vegan options’” was out of the picture. I’m not sure, but I may have more food pictures than photos throughout Northern Italy. We look forward to another trip with Brighde and Seb and WVT.

    David G.
    Northern Italy with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau - 2026
  • A great overview of the Dordogne region of France. An excellent variety of experiences, outstanding plant-based food, very comfortable accommodations, and superb service. There is something for everyone as well as the option of staying back at the villa to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

    Valerie H.
    Paris to Dordogne Valley with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau - 2025

Vegans are ecstatic!

Here are a few testimonials from our travelers on past trips.  Yes, they do make us blush!

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Kimberly- WVT Botswana & Cape Town 2022
"This trip was life-changing for me"
Mike & Sherry - Joyful Vegan Tuscany 2022
"It exceeded my wildest expectations!!"
Ritika - Joyful Vegan Tuscany - 2022
"Do it! Don't hesitate!"
Karen - WVT Botswana & Cape Town 2022
"It is always fun to hang out with people that think like you do"
Jim- Joyful Vegan Tuscany 2022
"There's no reason not to do it. There's every reason to do it."
Traci- Joyful Vegan Botswana 2022
"...it far exceeded my expectation."
Carole - Joyful Vegan Tuscany 2021
"It's ruined me on going on any other trip with another company!"
Delfina - Joyful Vegan Rwanda 2019
"I actually saw gorillas today!"
Jeff - Joyful Vegan Rwanda 2019
"This has just been the most amazing experience"
Bailey - Joyful Vegan Alsace 2018
"This whole trip has not disappointed. Everything is great!"
Christine- Joyful Vegan Alsace 2018
"Nobody will believe me when I tell them". in reference to our Paris-at-night activity.
Christine- Joyful Vegan Alsace 2018
"I’m looking forward to going on your website so I can see what I can sign up for as each Joyful Vegan Trip leaves me wanting more!"
Lynda - Joyful Vietnam 2018
​"Everything we've done with the animals has been absolutely incredible."
Jeanna - Joyful Vietnam 2018
​"It doesn't matter if you are [traveling] with somebody or not. You guys went above and beyond to make sure that everyone was well included.'
Deb - Joyful Thailand 2017
"It's more than I ever could have dreamed of and I've made new lifelong friends."