"Before I went to Ireland/Scotland I would always talk myself out of taking the time off work or going anyplace like this. I did go and met some of the best people anyone could meet. I had a great time and seen places a lot of people want to see. Since I've came home and have been talking about it several I know have went. I gave them a list of places we seen. They come back asking how we were able see all we did in the time we were there. Us that did go knows how it was possible, you're right, our guide Tracy, there can not be enough good words or thoughts for this gal. She had her i's dotted and her t's crossed and kept us in line (most of the time). Tracy had this trip well planned from the first day till the end on a budget everyone could live with and enough free time to relax and spend time doing what each one of our interests. (It was almost like she had been to some of these places before)
Anyone thinking about signing up on the next CM event don't hesitate, you will not regret it. Chicago V was a great time to revisit my Ireland/Scotlad friends and meet several more, which turned out to be a great group of Catholic girls and guys. It was great to see this many go to church and pray together and wonder why more can't be like us. Maybe it's because they have never had a leader like Tracy."
"If Tracy is planning it, you have to be there to believe it. Trust me".Gary, Ireland 2011, Scotland 2011 and Chicago V 2012, Italy 2013
"THE CM ITALY TRIP WAS A FANTASTIC TRIP! IT WAS THE BEST OPPORTUNITY TO VISIT A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY AND TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS AS WELL AS DEEPEN RELATIONSHIPS WITH FRIENDS MET AT OTHER EVENTS. I ENCOURAGE ANYONE CONSIDERING MAKING A CM TOUR HOSTED BY TRACY AND LIAM TO DO SO, YOU GET A LOT OF 'BANG FOR YOUR BUCK', FLEXIBILITY AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET LIKE MINDED INDIVIDUALS AND EXPERIENCE A CITY/COUNTRY IN A WAY THAT YOU WOULDN'T GET FROM ANY OTHER TOUR COMPANY OR IF YOU TRAVEL INDEPENDENTLY. AS A RESULT OF MY PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITH CM IRELAND
2011, I WAS CONFIDENT THAT CM ITALY WOULD BE A GREAT EXPERIENCE AS WELL, MY LAST VISIT TO ITALY IN 2000 WAS A BLUR AND I WANTED TO SEE MORE AND WAS SO HAPPY THAT I DID ATTEND, NOW I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO MORE TRIPS, MY BUCKET LIST STILL HAS A FEW ITEMS THAT NEEDS ADDRESSING! ;)"...
Jacqueline, Chicago, Ireland 2011, Italy 2013, Fatima/Lourdes 2015, Austria, Germany, Switzerland 2017, Prague 2017, Alaska 2019
"This was my second trip to Ireland with Tracy and her husband Liam, and everything was just as perfect this time as before. We went to some of the same places, but they were visited seeing them from a different aspect. The places we enjoyed the most were visited again... and enjoyed just as well. There were scheduled times and free times with enough time at each place that we did not feel like we were forced or rushed on a totally programmed & controlled trip. Some places, we stayed longer, but they were peaceful & enjoyable places, where we had wished to stay a little longer to really appreciate what was offered.
We really enjoyed the Irish Music and Food. The bus we were on was very comfortable, with a very experienced driver.Tracy & Liam, paid special attention to any special needs that anyone had. Could not request more caring and attentive hosts.Would I travel with this couple again? Absolutely... and will as soon as I am able, without hesitation!"...Ithro
"Going to CM Chicago means being able to release your inner Problem Child with no fears because Tracy is so kindhearted and patient, she'll love you anyway. 8-)"...Ron, Chicago 2008, Ireland 2011, CM Italy 2013, Fatima Lourdes 2015
"It was the best trip I have ever been on and I have travelled a great deal. Tracy and Liam made it more special because they took us to places that we would never have gone if we were on our own. The accommodations were also great and I felt very comfortable in all of them. There were many times throughout the trip that I thought to myself how lucky I was to be in Ireland on a CM trip. I also got to see Rascal Flats while we were in Killarney. It was also so much fun. I was able to go to confession at Knock Shrine and I met many new friends!!"...Janine, Ireland 2013
I have been on several trips to Ireland but CM Ireland II 2013 was a real adventure. From being greeted at the airport to the Meet and Greet Breakfast at Tracy and Liam's home to our final night's dinner and entertainment at the Arlington Hotel in Dublin it was amazing. It was never rushed and we had a chance to really experience Ireland. The mix of B and B's, country house, hotels and a castle were top notch. Dining experiences were great (Castle dinner was really special). Tracy from the US and Liam a native of Ireland provide a very personalized tour for a small group of people. We made lifetime friends. The tour was a very good value with the right amount personal time. I highly recommend this tour."... Linda, Ireland 2013, Italy 2014, Ireland 2016, Austria, Germany, Switzerland 2017, Prague 2017, Alaska 2019
"I went to CM Ireland 2011 not knowing anyone and that includes the wonderful lady that put it all together. My roommate and I hit it off. I came away with friends and traveling buddies for life. I saw more of Ireland than I could have ever done on my own and it was a personal view of Ireland that I doubt I could ever have come away with on my own either. When Chicago V came along I was rearing to go. I would get a chance to see my friends again and make more new friends. Now I have to attend another Chicago trip so I can make it thru all the things I want to see up there. I don't care if it is next year or 5 years from now I am already to sign up. I will be attending many more CM trips..as many as I can squeeze in, as long as I can walk or like some members rent a scooter, wheelchair or whatever it takes, I will be there." ...Kelly, Ireland 2011 and Chicago V 2012
"I had heard that Tracy had been a part of CM, had gotten married to Liam and it was a fairy tale story and that was all I heard... she was gone before I got to know her!! So, I had NO first hand knowledge of her. The first thing I was impressed with, was the fact that she had done all the foot work for us, could give us a very good idea how much it would cost us. Also, allowed us to pay those necessary funds in increments over a long period of time. She did not leave us guessing... we were given percise amount that were needed and when! I can not imagine a travel agency doing a better job than Tracy...in fact, since she is/was one of us...she knew how to help us from a more personal point of view. She wished us to have many experiences that would have good costs, but she did many other things to help hold down the costs ... thereby making it as affordable as possible. TRACY researched EVERYTHING!! She gave us choices of group times and free-self time. She gave us choices of how to pay... by check or Paypal. She kept us up-to-date on what was going on by email. She gave us details of what to expect... language information, money information, cultural information, weather information, what items to bring and others to not bring... a packing list to go by..... there are too many things that she thought of... and did to make our trip enjoyable, memorable, comfortable, that there is no way to mention them all!! On top of all of that, I can not imagine finding another more hospitable, honest, caring, organized person in the world!! I would follow her to the moon and pay for the privilege to do so! AND, that great husband that God has blessed her with, is the dessert on top of the bread!!" ... Ithro, Ireland 2011 and Ireland 2013
"Italy is a very special place, particularly for a Catholic. Being in Rome, and the Vatican in particular, is a return home to the heart of our faith. Yes, CM Italy sees the sights, and packs in a full kaleidoscope Italian adventure, but it is a much deeper experience than that. Tracy and Liam have created a trip which is at times pilgrimage, at others touristy exploration, still others the family reunion with all the characters. That is the true reason their trips are a success. These trips are a chance to meet new and interesting people and become a family.
In all seriousness, Tracy and Liam provide the full travel abroad experience, doing all the leg work to open up possibilities to see the world and have a hoot doing it!"...Tim, Ireland 2011, Italy 2013. Fatima/Lourdes 2015, Austria, Germany, Switzerland 2017, Prague 2017
Meeting people from a "virtual" world in the real world felt completely natural and normal. Traveling abroad can be a bit daunting but once the "Getting there" part was done, any anxiety about being in a foreign country disappeared. I feel like we jumped right past the 'getting to know you' phase, and were already friends who are completely comfortable around each other. I knew that signing up would be a leap of faith, that I would still be able to go on a trip that was still months away. But a trip planned by the CM event pro... I knew that it would be an amazing experience. And it definitely was. Memories to last a lifetime, hopefully ones I can relive on another trip! ;-) And meeting fellow Catholic pilgrims that I now have the pleasure of calling my friends- priceless!!" ... Christie, Ireland 2011, Chicago V 2012, Ireland 2014
"I'm planning on going just want to start a trend, so I can meet up with Tracy EVERY July No matter where She takes us.. :-P.... Seriously, I have ALWAYS wanted to experience Chi-Town for the longest time.. (Being a Baseball fan, Wrigley is at the top of the list, amongst the awesome sightseeing and eatery Chicago has.) What better excuse than to see it through the eyes of Experienced CM'ER'S??" ...Teresa, CM Ireland 2011 and CM Chicago V 2012
"Chicago II was my first overnight CM event. I met up with Diane-Indy who I had never met in person before and we drove to Chicago. Then when we get to the hotel they ask what name the reservation is under and I have no idea what anyone's last name is. The desk clerk said "You are sharing a room with someone that you don't know their last name?" My answer was "well I know them from online website". LOL...Chris, Chicago 2006, 2007, and 2008 and Ireland 2011
"I was a CM member for 6 yrs. and got to know a lot of folks through the forums and ME's Pub, but did not get a chance to meet them in person. I got to know Tracy through a little project I worked on for her last year. Chicago is only 45 min. from my parent's home, so I figured a little vacation time to hopefully meet in person some great CM people would be a lot of fun! ...especially if the world is going to end this year! lol"...Tim
"Tracy did an outstanding job as hostess/leader of CM Chicago V! My biggest reason for going was to meet the people from CM I had interacted with for the 6 years I was a paying member. It was awesome to party and pray with a fantastic bunch of people from all over the US!(and Ireland) I enjoyed my self immensely, and am now paying for it from all the pictures being posted... LOL Seriously folks, you have to get out from behind your computer screen and take advantage of the CM events. I started by going to a local Indy Christmas party in 2007. I didn't know a soul but thought, what have I got to lose? I gained many friendships from that party and we formed our own core group known as the Indy CM'ers. We are hosting our 4th annual Campout at the Farm, more than likely our 5th Christmas party and 4th Chili cook-off(shameless plug, sorry Tracy) The Chicago experience was everything and more! Thank you Tracy for making it a wonderful event!... Tim, Chicago V 2012
"Seriously, I first went on 2 CM events, DC & Providence and both were great fun at the same time incorporating time for sharing our wonderful Catholic faith. Then I showed up in Chicago at the insistence of one Mary Lou and one Jacque .I had initial anxiety of sharing a room with 2 total strangers cause I"m thinking 'what's this about', and what if I don't like my roomate, DUH me! I had 2 lovely ladies, Anita & another young lady, Meera. The weekend was organized with great precision, I came on Friday and there was a meet and greet, followed by a night around town on the trolleys just for us, but the best part was making new friends from all over the country, singing & laughing. 'The Organizer' put so many options out there for us to do on Saturday and went along with a bunch of people to a Cubs game, for the first time, still making new friends!!!! The main group events were the most fun, eating together, boat rides - I can go on and on. The following year I came back, but extended my trip by a day cause I realized 3 days the previous year just wasn't enough to spend with these great people, people of Christ. I would be remis if I didn't mention that prayer, church and sharing of our faith is a huge part of these weekends as well. bottom line, if you don't go, you are going to miss out on a wonderful time!" ...Maureen...a.k.a. Mo... Chicago 2007 and 2008, CM Italy 2013, Alaska 2019
"I will say that as a solo traveler it can be very intimidating to travel by myself. I hate that feeling of something great happening and there is no one to share the moment with. Well, CM-Ireland, CM-Scotland, and CM-Chicago gave me great travel experiences, wonderful memories, and lots of people to share those moments with. I will also say that spending time with people of faith enriches and enlivens me. After my trips I knew that I had been touched by God because He gave me these fantastic people who were and are constant reminders of His presence."Glynne
"CM Italy was more than a vacation for me it was an experience. I spent time with a great group of people who accented the trip that Tracy and Liam put together. I learned about Rome, the Catholic Church, and about myself as a Catholic. We walked with the saints and learned about their lives and ministries. I entered Italy with knowledge of the language and people. I left Italy with a love for both. I will definitely be returning.
I cannot say enough about the air of fellowship that Tracy and Liam fostered. We walked together as a group and it was never more obvious for me as when I lost my wallet and so many people were there to offer me comfort, support, and financial assistance. I never felt alone, even when I took side trips during the free time. I teared up at the first mass that we attended as a group. How beautiful to travel together, pray together, and raise our voices as one in praise to God for giving us the opportunity to do these things.
Tracy and Liam were great at organizing events; making sure we had itineraries, tickets, and knew where we were to be. Tracy also attended to little details like giving us food to have in our apartments and arranging transport when needed. It was really great that we had a year to plan for this trip, financially as well as putting in for vacation from our jobs. Tracy made it easy to work this into my budget such that it was very affordable and anything extra I wanted was based upon what I wanted to spend. Tracy even offered a budget breakdown and suggested spending money. Take the trip. You won't regret it. You'll be tired from all of the sightseeing, but it will be a good tired. :)".... Glynne, Ireland 2011, Scotland 2011, Chicago V 2012, Italy 2013, Fatima/Lourdes 2015, Austria, Germany, Switzerland 2017, Alaska 2019
"I am so happy that my introduction to Ireland was with CM Ireland! I feel I got to see the “real” Ireland, not just the tourist stops. The trip was perfectly organized from beginning to end, with plenty of fun thrown in along the way. Tracy and Liam were the perfect hosts! They were kind and caring, and dedicated themselves to our comfort and enjoyment.
Thank you for the trip of a lifetime; one that I will never forget!"...Deb S., Ireland 2013 and Italy 2014
"I have to say once you go to one get together after the first ten seconds it is all good for the rest of them. LOL.. There is so much that we couldn’t possibly tell you everything about CM Chicago. It is a lot of fun and we see a lot of Chicago and eat a lot of good food. We also get to know the people we have been chatting with on line and know we are in a safe group of like minded people!"...Sharon, Chicago 2007
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