Family of 4, Ireland trip - July 2023
MJ, USA
Thanks for your help in planning the trip!
We have enjoyed every activity - from the city tour of Dublin and Trinity tour to the Cliffs of Moher, sheepdog demonstration, castle tours, etc. Yesterday's cooking class at Ballymaloe was delightful. The grounds there are just amazing, and the meal that we made as a family (with Debbie's guidance) was delicious. Overall, we have such a positive impression of Ireland; it is a beautiful country! Thanks for your help in planning the trip!
Family of 4, Ireland trip – June 2025
Michelle, USA
Thanks again to everyone for exceeding expectations. Looking forward to the next one!
We had a wonderful time.
As far as Ireland was concerned, I think everything was wonderful. Ciaran was especially friendly and very willing to make sure our stay was everything we wanted it to be. Our daily morning stops at Starbucks became the norm because he paid attention to details. The Irish are very friendly.
My favourites: the falconry was astonishing. Getting to hold and fly those species of birds that you only ever see in the zoo was breathtaking. I would stay at the Carton again. Very warm and friendly and beautiful.
Not on the agenda but just happened to be showing in Dublin: Riverdance. I have wanted to see this since I was in high school, so to see it in Dublin was worth powering through the very long day in the city. We loved visiting the seaside and would visit the west coast if ever back in Ireland.
Mother / Daughter, England trip – September 2024
Elizabeth, USA
Knocking out of the park, as usual, Marina! Thank you!! Here is the awesome feedback we got from the client.
Once we got to England, we were very well looked after again.
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You picked the perfect hotels, and I really appreciate that they were all easy for my mom to get around in. Cliveden was like my Gosford Park fantasy come to life, Summer Lodge was cozy and had great food & a gorgeous garden. I would go out of my way to stay there again and see the Jurassic Coast. The Crescent hotel in Bath was well located and very comfortable.Â
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Everywhere we went for the entire trip, there was an unexpected magical moment.
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I am especially grateful to you for setting up the tea with Lord Digby. That really was a dream come true to be able to spend so much time in that house. It turned out that he was hosting a Royal Ballet performance fundraiser/test run and my mom and I were invited to attend. We got to hang out in the house -which people normally never get to see- and meet all of the interesting people who came to support the ballet. It was an absolutely magical night, and it all started with you organizing that tea. Thank you so much!Â
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I had such a great time that I’m already thinking about my next adventure.
The UK trip - August 2024
Catherine, USA
Hi Marina! Thanks for taking such good care of them!
We are having a fantastic time - couldn’t be better! Aside from the excellent staff, our accommodation and activities have been outstanding. Let me mention Muncaster Castle in particular, as this was a unique experience that we did not expect. We have several days left in the trip, of course, but Muncaster may turn out to be the highlight. We have not stopped talking about it. It was such an off-the-beaten track, authentic, delightfully eccentric experience that I highly recommend for your future clients.
Thanks again for arranging this amazing trip. This is truly a stunning part of the world!
Scotland trip - May 2025
MJ, USA
Thanks again what an awesome trip!
High marks for your in-country partner. All transfers, etc., went well. Full-day tour of Old Town - our guide, Allison, was excellent. For those interested in history and anthropology, like us, you cannot go wrong. It should be noted that the castle tour before opening hours was out of this world! The Gleaneagles Townhouse was extraordinary, from the room to the bars, the restaurant, and the service - unmatched in my experience. Plus, a great location. The Royal Scotsman was extraordinary - an actual once-in-a-lifetime experience! Service was outstanding, and food, wine, and whisky were plentiful and excellent. And finally, I must admit that after a couple of manor house/castle tours on the train journey, I was not looking forward to yet another one. However, after the personal tour of Broomhall House and conversations with the Lord, it was another once-in-a-lifetime experience. It was well worth it.Â
