Our guest books are full of the thoughts of guests that have visited with us from all over the world. Guest stay with us from;

North America: Canada and U.S.A.
Europe: England, Scotland, Ireland, Belgium, Holland, France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Russia
Scandinavia: Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Norway
Asia: Japan, China, Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines
Middle East: Israel, Iran, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Egypt
Australasia: Australia, New Zealand

BC Guest Ranch Comments for 2000

• Wow, absolutely incredible! Thanks so much for all of the hospitality. Everything was wonderful. The snow was obviously ordered in special as was that incredible drive up the 23% grade with Norm. - good job by the way. Best wishes- you are the greatest!
  Janice Kennealy, San Mateo, CA, USA - December 27th 2000

• Many thanks to Mehraneh, Kim, Norm and all the staff for their helpfulness and hospitality. Great food in a super relaxed setting. 'Jack' was a very special dog by the pool table! Enjoyed the walking, riding, fishing and the '4x4' ride - super scenery. Lovely place.
  Cheryl, Bob, Mark and Andrew Woollacott, Devon, England - October 2000

• Thank so much Norm and Mehraneh for our wonderful stay this weekend. We'll be back next summer for sure!!
  Cedric & Deborah, West Vancouver, B.C., Canada - October 2000

• Thank you so much for the rest and relaxation. The special attention and savings our breakfasts were so nice! Hope to make it back.
  Kevin & Traci O'sullivan, Lion's Bay, B.C., Canada - October 2000

• We had a wonderful time! Thank you!
  Julie Dubravtz and Lizanne Padula, Redmond, WA, USA - October 14th 2000
• Once again I have had a memorable vacation. The staff here has made the entire experience wonderful. The horseback riding, spa treatments and food were fabulous. I have decided to make this an annual ritual. It is so hard to leave, but knowing I will be back again makes it easier. Best wishes to Norm, Nan and the entire staff.
  Lisa Hachmann, Manhasset, New York, USA -- October 14th 2000

• It was the perfect honeymoon - very relaxing and unwinding. We really enjoyed all of the hiking - thank you Julie! WE also loved the spa services. It was perfect - from the wonderful food to the lovely accommodations. We will definitely be back again - maybe for our one-year anniversary!
  Ann and Dave DiCamillo, Alexander, Virginia, USA - October 2000

• To the Echo Valley staff - Norm & Nan -- Thank you so much for a truly outstanding experience -- much more than we ever expected - Everything at the ranch was WORLD CLASS -- the scenery, horses, FOOD -- and especially the PEOPLE here -- whose friendliness made this trip better than any brochure could display. Thank you so much….
  Eric & Beth Jacobshal, Elmhurst, IL, USA - October 2000

• Thank you all for a most wonderful holiday. Such gracious hosts, a superb chef, strong handsome wranglers and a spa staff who will be famous world wide. It was magic and I will come back as soon as I can. Thank you again.
  Melody Morrison, Norwood, Ontario, Canada -- October 2000

• Absolutely wonderful! Thank you for sharing this beautiful place and your gracious hospitality! I'll be back soon - in the meantime - please drop in for a visit in Vancouver!
  Lisa Ethans, Vancouver, B.C., Canada -- October 2000

• Thank you Norm and Nan for the lovely vacation. Everything was spectacular -- scenery, food, all the pampering! Your staff was very friendly and helpful. Thanks again for your wonderful hospitality!
  Ron and Pat Stauffer, Lancaster, PA, USA -- October 2000

• Absolutely MAGNIFICIENT! Never imagined such a beautiful setting when we booked our vacation. Although a bit stiff, we had a great time. Norm, Nan and all the staff went the extra mile. Lots of wnderful food. We feel lucky to have come across this beautiful place.
  Jane England & John Dovey, Toronto, Ontario, Canada - Sept 17th 2000

• Great place for a meeting!! ….But so hard to concentrate when you'd rather be biking, riding, massaging, etc. etc. - or perhaps eating …especially those cinnamon buns. I look forward to returning to the expanded facilities, the awesome scenery, and a staff that is five star.
  Cam Waldbridge, Georgetown, Ontario, Canada - September 2000

• Excellent place - Food was fabulous - spa is magnificient. I am definitely coming back with my wife.
  Hussein Ladhani, Brampton, Ontario, Canada - September 2000

• Wow! - from the initial hugs upon arriving - to the singing on Saturday evening it was superb. As always - it's the wonderful people that make this idyllic place so special and we are greatful to have had the opportunity to share in this experience - until next year - Lars and Mary.
  Lars and Mary Carlsen, Atfers, MI, USA - September 2000

• We're definitely coming back! What a great vacation - no one can possibly be bored here - yet relaxation is yours if you want it! Norm & Nan, you've made an incredible paradise here, thank you. Mehraneh you'r a doll! Kim - yum!
  Dale and Theresa Griffin, Moreno Valley, CA, USA - September 2000

• Thank you so much for opening your ome to me and treating me like family. I truly had a wonderful time meeting staff and guests. Hope to join you all next summer! In the meantime keep eating well and practicing your yoga stretches.
  Alison Murray, Atlanta, GA, USA - September 2000

• Thanks for your hospitality again Norm and Nan - and everyone. What a treat to come back after three years to see all that you have done. Hard to imagine what you could improve on what was already so spectacular, but you have. EVR is truly unique - but then look at the people behind it! Stories like yours are always a delight to tell. Tim and Heather (who now want to learn to ride and fly). There's nothing more I can add than my own huge THANKS. This is a peaceful, stunningly beautiful, spectacular place. Heather.
  Tim and Heather Pawsey, Vancouver, BC, Canada - September 2000

• Very cool supper
  Darcy Dencault, Native Grass Dancer, Skeechesten, BC, Canada - September 2000

• Wow! What a week! Can we stay? Charlie, if you need any help with those cows you know who to call! Thanks for everything. We'll be back - soon!
  Tom and Jennifer Carage, Chicargo, IL, USA - September 2000

• Norm and Nan, thank you for opening your beautiful home for us to enjoy great company and surroundings. We make it a policy to never return anywhere twice, but Echo Valley is the exception to the rule. We will definitely be back!!!
  Sam and Hazel Thomas, Wembley, Middlesex, England - September 2000

• Superb, brilliant, wonderful, great - loved the animals not sure about the people. Seriousely though, it is the best holiday we have ever had. Thanks to all particularly Norm and Nan, Brian, Kim, Travis, Tom, Pat and Betty-Ann. Sorry about the noise from Tony - he does talk a lot! We will be back!! Just love it here. CU soon
  Ann and Tony Ashpitel, Cadley, Marlborough, Wilts, UK - September 2000

• Had a wonderful time, next time we'll need to schedule a longer stay. One week is just not enough time. We were just settling in. The staff, accommodations, scenery and friends were superb. The riding was great and the spa afterwards was even better. Hope to be back soon. Thanks for a wonderful vacation!
  Tom and Chris Kirk, Phoenix, AZ, USA - September 2000

• Wonderful once in a lifetime experience! A bunch of very nice people, good food, excellent water and clean air! Hope to see you all again. First class all the way. Thank you very much for a great time!

  Thank you for sharing your home and extended family with us. We had a great 1st girls vacation (Mother and daughters)

  You have truly created a very peaceful and genuinely friendly place to feel the beauty of living on this planet. Thank you for allowing me to pamper myself.

  You have created a little heaven in a family. Spectacular location, scrumptious food, great attention to detail and the best all around spa I have visited. We'll certainly see you again!
  Tsuyuki - Irene, Carol, Wendy, Lisa and Ellen, Surrey, Delta, W. Vancouver and White Rock, BC, Canada - September 2000

• Thanks for a great time - again! We've made a pact to come back every year as long as we can. Can't wait to see the Baan Thai! Every year your empire keeps growing Norm! What's next? A bowling ally ?!? J. See you next year.
  Catherine Maranca & Peter Vortallelian, CA, USA - September 2000

• 2nd time, better than the 1st . Thanks Norm and Nan & all your staff. See you next year!
  Peg and Bill Anderson, Stillwater, MN, USA - September 2000

• Echo Valley has been a wonderful experience for us. A beautiful setting warmed by good food and new friends. The class and great atmosphere create a common feeling that will be calling us back. Hopefully we'll find a way to Echo back. 'till then, thanks for creating a special place for us to experience.
  Dave Johnson & Chris Rosmilso, Davenport, Iowa, USA - September 2000

• Thanks so much for teaching me to ride -- and soothing my aching muscles after the fact!! Rob and I thank you for yje most relaxing vacaion of our lives. The staff is just marvelous. We'll see you all again soon!
  Cheryl & Rob Leas, Brooklyn, New York, USA - September 2000

• Great horses, interesting rides, wonderful people, fantastic food, and beautiful country. What else is there? "If you don't like this place, you don't like love" That's a Puente quote.
  Miki and Don Puente, La Quinta, CA, USA - September 2000

• Thank you so much for a week away from reality - particularly the wranglers who patiently took us out in all weathers!!! Special thanks to Pat, Charlie and Travis for looking after us, especially Pavi!! - and Kim - we have never eaten so well - we will miss you all but especially the food! You are a master. See you all again soon.
  Jenny and Pavi, Todley, Hampshire, England - August 29th 2000

• Thank you so much for a wonderful three days. Everything was perfect.
  George and Heather Dequire, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada - August 2000

• What can I say about perfection? The food, the staff, the view - all were outstanding. Many thanks to Kim for the good eating and to Julie for the early (!) morning walks. Hope to see you again
  Doris Hammermeister, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada - August 2000

• Awesome! I'll be back often. My thanks to a great team.
  Erika Giles, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada - August 2000

• We could not of asked for a better memory of our honeymoon. The food was fantastic, the people friendly and the spa great. Richard has at last been on a horse and enjoyed it, maybe I can get him to go riding with me at home now. We hope to come back and see you all on our wedding anniversaries. (well as many as the bank will allow anyway). Thank you all very much.
  Richard and Claire Rook, Petersfield, Hampshire, England - August 2000

• From three days of rafting the Chilcotin and Fraser River to this beautiful ranch we had a most enjoyable time. Horseback riding was fabulous and the chef cooked fantastic meals. We truly loved everything from falcon training to the Jacuzzi - simply marvelous - Thank You!
  Geri and Paul Schencker, Fountain Hills, Arizona, USA - August 2000

• We have had other ranch experiences, but this one is unique. The pampering is exceptional, the staff uniformily goes out of it's way to please you in every possible way…I was even allowed to ride bareback which no one else would even consider, Thank you!
  Mike and Sue Boyd, Libertyville, IL, USA - August 2000

• This has been such a refreshing experience - even though I'm not an outdoor person - it's made me realize why people are. I love the horses and the way the animals are part of everything. I loved the pampering by Mehraneh and the other wonderful masseuses and everyone has been so great - and Kim's cuisine has been amazing - we'll return and I can't wait
  Richard and Susan Fried, Washington, DC, USA - August 2000

• I enjoyed every part of my stay, especially the spa pampering. What will I do without my Thai massage before bed? I'm hooked on riding too. I'll definitetly be back. What a great concept Dude Ranch/Spa - I'll tell all my friends
  Carol Boyde, Menlo Park, CA, USA - August 2000

• We were both looking forward to our honeymoon here at Echo Valley. We knew that it was going to be great but it was better than we imagined because everyone here is so friendly! We look forward to our next visit.
  Terri-Lynne Buchanan & Martin Ray, Toronto, Ontarion, Canada - August 2000

• What a perfict place to spend our honeymoon! We truly enjoyed all the activities and the quiet time too! We'll be sure to find our way back again someday. Love and friendship to all at EVR!
  Brian and Lisa Klien, West Branch, MI, USA - August 2000

• I feel like I just spent a week in Shangri-la. Thanks for the warmest welcomes and for considering me part of yje EVR family.
  Paul Disney, Beaverton, OR, USA - August 2000

• Much greater than I expected! Your website was informative but did not say how wonderful all of you are! I have definitely mad new friends to come see again. We made many other friends s well! Thank you so much for a week in paradise. In a word Heaven.
  Brian and Tyler Albrecht, Saratoga, CA, USA - August 2000

• Back in '96 when when we first had the pleasure of staying at EVR we knew what a find this place was. Didn't think it was possible that you could improve on perfection. Now that we have returned , we know differently! Thank you sooooo much for an amazing stay! The cuisine - Kim is a culinary genius, the spa - entire staff has magical fingures, the wranglers - extreme patience and sense of humor to put up with city slickers. House and ranch staff - superb and attentive service! Jack and the gang - keep on wagging! All of the other guest made our stay one to treasure. We'll be back!!
  Cheryl Lapow & Mike Segall, Boston, MA, USA - August 2000

• I didn't know that there was a paradise on earth!
  Galeazeo Branzoni, Nepean, Ontario, Canada - August 2000

• Who would have thought that a place could make it so hard to go home, but that's just what you have done. Echo Valley Ranch & Spa is truly one of a kind, and we both feel fortunate to have experience all you have to offer and on top of that, it was the perfect place to finish our honeymoon! We'll be back.
  Chris and Andrea Kalb, New York, NY, USA - August 2000

• The accommodations, staff, food, facilities, and whole experience surpassed my expectations. Thank you Norm and Nan for sharing this refuge with us.
  Kathleen Wilson, Portland, OR, USA - August 2000

• Absolute perfection from the moment I arrived until the moment of departure -- which came far too soon! Thank you Norm and Nan for creating such pleasure for your guests! Your staff is wonderful - I enjoyed them as much as the guests!
  Marty McCall, Portland, OR, USA - August 2000

• Norm & Nan, "If you build it, they will come" This is truly an amazing place. It was more than we expected. Thanks to Kim for the great meals. For Wanna for walking on my back, For Jonluk for the massages, to the trail hands for training us - 3 level novices. Lisa for the lessons. Charlie and Pat for the guide. Frank for the cowboy stories and last but not least for Julie for saving my life by training me on the "swiss balls". I will forever be greatfull. To quote MacArthur "We will be back"
  Kathy Binder and Dave Mears, South Hadley, MA - August 2000

• Absolutely amazing!!!
  Danielle Cohen, Tempe, AZ , USA - Agust 2000

• Well, what can I say? From "easy" walks with Julie to trekking through the marshes with Zak, from flying through the air and over the hilltops with Travis to flying off horses or into the trees with Lisa. From eating type "A" food as prescribed by Kim to sneaking "White Russians" when he was not looking, I've had the time of my life - Thanks to all the staff and spa ladies, the dogs and horses and everyone who makes the Echo Valley Ranch & Spa Experience what it is! I'll be back!
  Dawn McKenna, West Vancouver, BC, Canada - August 2000

• From watching the sunrise to the moon set, this is the closest to heaven that one can get! Thank you to everyone that makes this so special!
  Tracey Guthrie, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada - August 2000

• There are some places of the heart and this is one. Andrew and I were exceptionally fortunate to spend our honeymoon here. Everything was wonderful, everyone was wonderful. Maybe we will visit every anniversary…
  Natacha and Andrew Turner, Toronto, Ontario, Canada - August 2000

• Heaven on Earth! Elmo, Sparky, Jack, Jane & Tubby were just added extras to the most fun and beautiful vacation yet. Nan and Norm, you have done a perfect job in all areas. The setting, activities, food, staff, amenities, and ambiance - everything was beyond all expectations! Thank you!

  I will bring my husband back next time - he will love it. I will mail photos to you - I took 6 rolls in 4 days! I loved the cookout and music!
  Catherine Jones, Victoria, BC, Canada August 2000

• Echo Valley Ranch & Spa was much grander than I ever expected. People are truly special and make this a "One of a kind experience" Thank you for sharing your ranch with us - would love to come back in the winter.
  Mary Thomas, Anniston, Alabama, USA

• My visit was so restful and so much fun! I was so happy to get in two days of horseback riding before I hurt my knee. At least I got to herd some cattle. The food was absolutely delicious and nutritious. Kim is such an asset to your ranch. All your girls are so helpful and polite. Because of my injury I spent more time in the spa than I had planned, but have thoroughly enjoyed my massages and beautician visits. I truly have been "revitalized" by my vacation to your resort. Prayers and Blessings.
  Priscilla L. Sharrow, Salinas, California, USA

• You have created a "little bit of heaven" and I am so happy I was able to experience it - especially at this time in my life. Hopefully Norm, I will be able to tell you in person the next time I come how great your staff were to me and your wife Nan is a treasure beyond words. Thank you so much.
  Sharon Otzewski - Bloomfield Hills, MI, USA -- August 2nd, 2000

• Our visit met and exceeded the expectations of each of us, which is remarkable given the range of ages between 15 and 49. The facilities were perfect. The weather was beautiful and the people of Echo Valley embraced us as though we were family. We felt at home from the very first day!
  Toby, Liza, John, & Sarah Pitts -- Baltimore, MD, USA -- August, 2000

• Wow, there are no words that I can come up with to describe this "awesome" place. I only hope that we return really soon.
  Bob, Sue & family. Matt & Anne-Marie Fenwick -- Ashford, England -- August, 2000

• We told our friends and family, we were going to the "perfect getaway" -- the closest to heaven on earth!! We've been here three times now, we know -- what more is there to say.
  Gerry and Louise -- Sudbury, Ontario, Canada -- August, 2000

• I had a wonderful time. The people both guest and employees were great. I will come back with my family because they must experience the peace and beauty of Echo Valley. Thank you for everything.
  Katy Parise -- Aurora, CO, USA -- August, 2000

• Not just a vacation but a re-look at lifestyle. It has been a truly wonderful experience. Every employee should be congratulated for their superb service and personal warmth.
  Helen Gardener -- Caledon East, Ontario, Canada -- July, 2000

• From the first smiles which greeted us to the last sunset, this abode of the elusive bluebird of happiness is a wonderful experience of beauty. Thank you for sharing this corner of paradise.
  Rosanne Runte -- Toronto, Ontario, Canada -- July, 2000

• A BIG slice of heaven. From the amazing views, comfortable lodgings, great activities to the warmth and friendliness of everyone here. It was a perfect vacation. I am grateful to every-one for making it that way and I hope I am able to come back and repeat the experience.
  Janet Knoerzer -- Lakewood, CO, USA -- July, 2000

• This is a wonderful place. I think that it may be the closest thing to heaven. We've had a wonderful time and made so many new friendships. We are looking forward to returning. Many thanks to the entire staff for making this a fabulous vacation.
  Allen and Colleen Bin -- Hamilton, Ontario, Canada -- July, 2000

• How strange and sad to be saying goodbye and writing in this book - rather thn signing up for tomorrows activities. We will return to this beautiful place - to renew friendships and spirit. Thank you for providing everything so perfectly - excellent food, a caring talented staff, beautiful trail rides and so much more. Take good care of Jack!
  Dianne and Bob Walker -- Alvord, TX, USA -- July, 2000

• We have said it all before, but confirm that the last 13 days have been even better than the first stay. Just for the record: We claim the fastest ever return to EVR à 26 hours 10 minutes! Thanks again to all the wonderful staff. And thank you for the delicious food Kim.
  Paul and Vanessa Oddie -- Somerset, England -- July, 2000

• Had a great time, loved the food and horse riding and the mountains. Very friendly people and great service. Thank you.
  Brendan Heaphy -- Victoria, Australia -- July, 2000

• We deeply enjoyed 10 days at this peaceful ranch. Every day was full of activities in this wonderful surroundings - horse riding, walking, jogging, flight seeing flights, hiking, river rafting and…. Thai massage! We met a lot of good people - it was like a big family - good jokes and interesting discussions! Many, many, thanks to all for your warm hospitality. This is the place were our dreams got reality!!! All the best to you - we will be back!
  Dieter & Sonia & Heike Jacob -- Wiesbaden, Germany -- July, 2000

• I came, I saw and was conquered by absolutely everything! Words fail to do justice to the stunning beauty of E.V. Ranch, the exquisite food, friendly ambiance & charming graciousness of Norm, Nan and staff. Thank you for a truly wonderful "once in a lifetime (?)" experience.
  Bonne Chance Sheilan and Gilles -- Vancouver, B.C. Canada -- July 2000

• As a travel writer/photographer, I have the privilege of visiting many beautiful places around the world. Echo Valley Ranch & Spa is one of those special "Nuggets" for travelers. You get a gorgeous scene, then fill it with a gentle ambiance. Your roster of activities presents options for guests of all interests and abilities. Don't ever change. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful slice of British Columbia!
  Stanton Patty -- Vancouver, WA, USA -- July 2000

• This has been a truly outstanding vacation. From the moment we arrived, we were so impressed with the gorgeous setting,the beautiful accommodations and the many, many varied activities. (we loved the honeymoon cabin even though it has been 12 years since our honeymoon!). What makes Echo Valley special is the spirit of community and friendship that flows from Nan and Norm and in-between the staff and guests. It truly feels like you are staying with friends.
  Even though we're really are not riders there was so much to do. We loved our hike with Zak and Julie, our massage with Jongluk and others, delicious food, the horseback riding(and the wranglers patience), and even Julie's Swiz balls. We look forward to coming back!
  Stephanie Edelson and Robert Brenner -- Short Hills, NJ, USA -- July, 2000

• It was wonderful! Couldn't have asked for a lovelier place or people. We felt like we were staying with friends and it doesn't get any better than that. Even the weather was beautiful.
  Julian, Pam and Philippa Swindell -- Stroud, U.K. -- July, 2000

• Wow, this place rocks! Had a great time hiking, walking, running, falconing, eating, spaing, resting, reading, driving crazy mountain roads, just plain relaxing, not to mention the sweat lodging. This is a skookum countryside and the whole experience to match the vistas. Hope to return again someday soon.
  Peter Mandell - San Francisco, CA, USA -- July, 2000

• What a ranch behind a 50 kilometer shutter-way! We loved being here, riding, swimming, walking, hiking, doing river rafting, seeing your falcons, caressing Jack and his clever dog family, doing fitness, feeling the spirit of the Indians…. And so many more things that filled eight lovely days! Thanks for the perfection in every detail and the gentleness of you all! Back in good old Germany we will ever think of you!
  Reiner, Annedore, Silanca and Jessina Meutsch -- Kioppach, Germany -- July, 2000

• Beautiful place - we have had the most wonderful time. We came here for the riding and we bonded with many of the great horses here. We will tell our friends about the good time we've had here - the delicious food, the good company and the attention to detail. Thank you for refreshing our spirits and giving us such special memories.
  Andy Whitelaw and Helen Nakajo -- San Francisco, CA, USA -- July, 2000

• From the moment we arrived we where made to feel totally relaxed. All the staff are so friendly that you feel like a houseguest of Nan and Norm in their house. Kim's cooking is some of the best we have tried. Watch out for the wranglers, they can't resist chasing cows! We really enjoyed riding with Charlie and Pat. Brian is a first rate guide. Wow what a place! We'll be back.
  Mike and Wendy Scott -- Warrington, U.K. -- July, 2000

  This was our first vacation to a ranch and we are now truly spoiled! Thanks so much Norm and Nan and all of the wonderful staff here. We thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it! Thanks, too, for making our children feel so special. We will cherish the memories made here for a lifetime.
  Tom and Julie Shultz, Jennifer, Jessica, Kevi, Kent and Craig -- Springfield, MO, USA -- July, 2000

• We have had a wonderful week here at Echo Valley. It is such a beautiful place and has been the highlight of our vacation. We have enjoyed all of the rides and the wranglers are great! All of the staff where so wonderful and also so helpful! Julie's fitness was great! Thanks Norm and Nan - you have been wonderful hosts.
  Jim and Sinia Miller -- Oklahoma City, OK, USA -- July, 2000

• WOW!! Thank you, thank you, thank you. Everything was far and above anything we hoped for. We leave feeling very alive: sore from the horses, stuffed from the fine eating, and relaxed from our first ever massages. Loved every minute of our stay. Thank you so much.
  Geoff and Jamie McDonald -- Delta, BC, Canada -- July, 2000

• All the positive comments above apply! The best possible start for us to our Canadian holiday. Thanks to Norm and Nan and all the staff for making us feel so welcome and at home. A particular thanks for the personal kindness shown to us to help us forget "blinkin blimey James faux pas" Thanks for a brilliant time!
  Vanessa and Paul Oddie -- Somerset, U.K. -- July, 2000

• Thank you for your hospitality, your excellent food, experienced guides and your friendly sure footed horses. We even saw seven bears on one ride…
  Randi, Margolle, Eidsaa and family -- Kristiansadd, Norway -- July, 2000

• Everything was stellar! The combination of spa, fitness and horseback riding was wonderful, Kim's cooking - superb. The staff - understated and so helpful. The wranglers provided great rides and riding guidance. And of course the wonderful hosts. Thank you Norm and Nan! A gem in the wilderness!
  Deborah Chase & Richard Sears -- Kenmore, WA, SA -- July, 2000

• We had a wonderful time. The staff, accommodation and activities were spectacular. Above all the food selections and dining experience were tremendous. We made some new friends and totally relaxed and enjoyed ourselves. Thank you very much.
  Bill and Sherri Markins -- Kingwood, TX, USA -- July, 2000

• Many thanks for a wonderful 3 days. We had a wonderful holiday. You have found the "dream place" - enjoy it as we have even if for a short while. Your hospitality, cuisine and environment are fantastic. Your choice of staff are compatible with the wonderful peaceful experience.
  Beryl and Roger Muntley -- S. Glamorgan, Whales, UK -- July, 2000

• It was everything and more than we expected. A million dollar view from our balcony. All the staff were warm and friendly. First time experience - massage. I think you've spoiled me for anywhere else. Mehraneh always there to ensure that you were taken care of. I will be back!
  Hely Good -- Napanee, Ontario, Canada -- July, 2000

• The most gorgeous setting and fabulous horses. Had the best time and don't want to leave! You'll probably see me soon again. Great food from one chef to another. Relaxing, invigorating, romantic, etc. etc. Ireland will be hearing about you - see you at the horse show? -- Aileen Thank you Mehraneh for three hours of heaven in the spa. Julie a superb exercise instructor and hiker. Zak the mad mountain man who instills a love of the country. Lisa the best riding instructor there is. The wranglers for the horses and the fun they gave. The invisible saints who tidied our room and did our laundry… Debbie for hours of inspiration Danish beading. Nan and Norm for their easy relaxed ways .. for their humour and fun, for the copious glasses of wine in the hot tub, for creating this wonderful place, and especially for the "Roses" --
  Clodagh Aileen and Clodagh McCarthy -- Co Cork, Ireland, UK -- July, 2000

• I can't find the words to describe the best vacation I have experienced in my lifetime. From 6:00AM till bedtime there was non-stop action. You truly have a wonderful and caring staff, who made you feel part of your family. Thank you for a vacation of a lifetime!
  Lauren Baris -- Coconut Creek, FL, USA -- July, 2000

• A wonderful spot, people, friendly staff, superior service and cuisine. It was great to bring the family together on this location which multiplied our joy and happiness many fold. Everyone in our group had some special experience that made this a great vacation. We can have maximum of freedom and individually tailored activities but yet be together. You have a wonderful setting and formula to bring out the best! We have traveled very widely throughout the world but this is one of the best places to bring the family together so that everyone has a memorable experience.
  John H. Livens and family of 8 -- Boston, USA -- July, 2000

• When we saw the picture of the ranch it was love at first site. Once we arrived the location was better than the picture! All of the activities have been incredible! Nowhere else have we found horseback riding such as this! Nor have we been treated to as many of the "vanities" that you have. The best part is meeting and talking with the staff and the guest! The people are truly what makes the ranch a place to visit. Thank you for a memorable honeymoon!
  Captain Wade Hasle USMC and Catherine Hasle -- Jacksonville, NC, USA -- July, 2000

• We chose this vacation to have a true family vacation before Emily left for College. It was also a vacation that we wanted to experience. Selecting Echo Valley has been a great choice. The ranch and land is beautiful &n the service and people are great. Our children also gained experience in riding and how to have fun "outside" of their world…the food was great!! Thank you for everything!!
  George, Maggy, Emily and Stefan Hardina -- W.Ridding, CT, USA -- July, 2000

• This has been the most relaxing vacation we have ever had. The entire staff is warm and contributes greatly to the family atmosphere of the ranch. The food was superb, the massages were heavenly and the view spectacular. We will definitely be back not only to relax and renew our spirits, but to visit with the friends we made at Echo Valley.
  Doug and Karen Chesler -- North Bend, WA, USA -- July, 2000

• Many thanks to Norm and Nan and the EV team for a wonderful 4 days. We have had a great time out on the horses in the mountains and our last day relaxing by the pool and enjoying the spa was a great treat. With luck we will be back to visit again.
  Catherine Yates and David Pagert -- Cheshire, UK -- July, 2000

• We've celebrated our 10th anniversary from June 16th and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. The most incredible food (thanks Kim), and awesome hospitality. A truly wonderful experience … we'll surely be back!!
  Stephan and Dianna Bennett -- Langley, BC, Canada -- June, 2000

• We were here for our honeymoon and it was incredibly beautiful, relaxing and romantic. The Canadian Wilderness and facilities of the ranch are truly special.
  Mark and Marlene Kalenak -- Washington, DC, USA -- June, 2000

• What an incredibly relaxing experience. Wonderful honeymoon cabin, fun people and the most amazing hospitality. God willing we'll come back to celebrate an anniversary. Thanks for the horseback trips, massages, beading lessons and falcon exhibits. Oh, and that exquisite dining. Take care all and thanks for a memorable week!
  Nicholas and Alice Yates -- College Station, TX, USA -- June, 2000

• This was the perfect getaway for our 30th anniversary. I can't believe that it is over already! Our compliments to Nan and Norm, the staff, the chef, the dogs and the horses! This was a dream trip for us - beautiful scenery, wonderful conversation and exceptional service. A special thanks to Zak and Travis who love their "neighborhood" and love to introduce others to it. Best to you all.
  Ross and Cherri Cauldwell -- Bainbridge, IN, USA -- June, 2000

• Thanks to Norm and Nan and all the staff for a fantastic stay. We had a fantastic time - hiking, riding, walks, massages and some relaxing - not to mention gluttening at meal times! We'll especially miss our walk companions - all the dogs and our pool partner Jack. We are sorry to leave but look forward to visiting again in the future - then I will love to see my father-in-law on a horse!!! Susie x x Simply wonderful, thoroughly relaxing and a feast for the stomach, eyes, lungs and inside. I'll be back! (and yes, with the wife!)
  Nick and Susie Britnell - Vancouver, BC Canada - June, 2000

• Absolutely incredible - can't state a single highlight as enjoyed the whole experience - from riding, hiking & the spa….. how can we choose?! The service has been wonderful with the friendliest people here making us feel like we belong. We highly recommend to friends & would love to come back for more - are going to have difficulty in leaving. Thank you so much.
  Jane & Stephen Van Costerhost Touranga - New Zealand - May 31st 2000

• An incredible experience not to be missed, it will stay with us forever! The people are friendly, service is great and the food is amazing. Thank you Norm and Nan for a fantastic experience - we'll recommend it to everyone we know!
  Sarah & Dale Puddle - Cardiff, Wales - May, 2000

• Thanks to all who made this such an amazing experience. I didn't have time to think of work once!!!! Rode 'till I was sore - the sights were so spectacular one had to catch their breath. A special thankyou to Mehraneh for taking such good care of my mom and to Travis & the other wranglers for being such incredible guides. Nan and Norm - you have a true paradise here at Echo Valley Ranch & Spa and we will be back!
  Renee Giesse - Vancouver, B.C. Canada - May, 2000

• How can we describe our time here? It has been wonderful, terrific, marvelous, and much, much more. Ken has really enjoyed his time horse riding, so much that we will have to get a horse when we go home. A great big thank you to Norm, Nan and staff for letting us share their home with such caring and wonderful attention. Debbie, thank you for the chats and teaching me beadwork. Psalm 19V1
  Ken & Jean McGall - Wantrim, North Ireland - May, 2000

• So the week passed by in no time at all and I had another week in paradise. This was my third time here and I will be back - you bet! Thanks again it was just great!
  Frank Neunemann - Gladbeck, Germany - May, 2000

• You have all been so friendly to us, we have had a most wonderful week at your ranch and feel so lucky to have chosen to come here. The riding was great, even for me. Also the massages so relaxing absolute bliss - and the food, well what can I say, so much variety, wonderful quality, yummy. A week we will always treasure!!! Thanks again.
  Ann & Stan Warren - South Devon, England - May, 2000

• Staying at Eho Valley Ranch was a once in a lifetime experience. I enjoyed being out on the horses in the beautiful region. Many thanks to the entire EV Team - you made our stay a very pleasant one. We appreciate your hospitality. Best wishes to all of you.
  Florian M. Lintz - Munich, Germany - May 6, 2000

• Thank you for the totally relaxing experience. It was one we will never forget. And of course, we are already planning our next trip! A huge thank you to all the staff here at Echo Valley - you made our stay very pleasant and enjoyable. It was refreshing to be able to do a few "different" things - we loved the riding and the falcons…not to mention the spa treatments - we never felt so pampered! And a huge applause to the chef..the food was beyond delicious!!
  Joanne & Karen James - Delta, B.C. Canada - May 6th 2000

• This was our first experience out together as a newly married couple. Echo Valley Ranch & Spa surely made our honeymoon and adventure we will always cherish. We just want to thank Norm and Nan for such a wonderful place and as well all the staff for all the friendliness and hospitality they have shared with us. Never to forget the trooper wranglers Tom and Lisa who we climbed valleys and mountains with. Thank you for such a wonderful time. God bless.
  Brad and Mindy Griffin - Wooley, WA, USA - May 6th 2000

• Thanks to everyone for such a wonderful experience. The company, ambience, food, scenery, adventures has all been second to none. This is an experience that I shall always remember.
  James Butler - Evesham, England - May, 2000

• This trip to Echo Valley has been a trip of a lifetime for me! It has been such a wonderful opportunity to meet other guests from different nationalities and countries. I have been so relaxed here since I arrived. Riding each day gave me such a personal insight. I leave now and take with me a new perspective on life. Thank you so much for the great hospitality you offer here. My special thanks to your staff for making me feel at home. I surely will be back. And will miss you all.
  Dawn Weinstein - Gardnerville, NV, USA - May, 2000

• It is like coming back home to be here. I really enjoyed riding in beautiful nature and meeting many nice people while I am staying here. I really thank everyone here for everything. Time goes really fast and I am leaving now, but I know I will be back again.
  Michi Mochizuki - Tokyo, Japan - April, 2000

• Dear Norm and Nan and everyone else. Thanks for not only giving me such a fantastic vacation, but for making me feel a part of your family from the mment I arrived! I felt happy every minute and I feel that this place will be in my future as you will be too. This is a true sanctuary and I cherish it. See you Christmas!
  Leslie Karnick - New York, NY, USA - April 26th 2000

• We feel so blessed to have had these few days as part of our memory and experience while we travel the world. Thank you for all your kindness and making our stay wonderful. May God Bless you all at Echo Valley, may your dream ontinue.
  Kent and Charmaine McQueen - Benoni, South Africa - April 23rd 2000

• A holiday as near to perfection in a place as near to God as is possible - Jane What more can I say (except there is nowhere I've been which I have wanted to come back to more. Thank you for your fantastic hospitality) - Mark
  Jane and Mark Morgan - London, England - March 27th 2000

• There are no words available to describe the feeling we have had with nature and the warm hospitality of the family at Echo Valley. We all feel regret to leave. When the future opportunity come we will certainly be back to this wonderful land.
  Chuchit and Tasnee Lertschanant - Bangkok, Thailand - March 19th 2000

• It's difficult to put into words what a great weekend we've had. It's definitely the closest we've been to paradise and this has been the first of opefully many corporate retreats. We can not thank your wonderful staff enough. They are all great and helped to make the visit so memorable. We'll be back.
  David Sawley - Vancouver, B.C. Canada - February 25th, 2000

• Thank you again for a wonderful time. Winter is as beautiful as the summer! We had such fun on the sleigh ride, throwing snowballs, snow shoeing, and pretending to be in the movies. Thank you again. See you soon
  Gary and Monica Vaughan - Surrey, B.C. Canada - February 4th 2000

• Thank you so much for letting us include you in our television series. This is spa #27 for us and we have finally found a favourite! Thank you for your help, your generosity, your kindness and thank you for Echo Valley.
  All the best from the crew (Brenda, Wanda, Briette, Arlea, Daryl and Ross) Crew of "Worlds Greatest Spas" - Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada - February 8th 2000