Our trip was really great! Thanks to your expertise we had the loveliest accommodations, coolest activities and best schedule. The people at all the various services were really fun, warm and helpful too.
The Moana Surfrider was so gracious, gorgeous and genteel, and we were delighted that our rooms actually had partial ocean views. Thank you for the welcome gifts too! The kids had a blast at their surfing lessons, by the way, and Daryl was very impressed with the Hawaiian Fire people.
All throughout the trip, at one great event after another, Daryl and I kept looking at each other and remarking "That Katie!" You sure are amazing at what you do! Because of you, Mitzi had a memorable birthday and we had a wonderful vacation.
Thank you so much.
Deb S.
Los Angeles, CA
Dear Katie,
Clayoquot was the best family trip yet! A million thanks to you! Once again you managed to find the PERFECT spot. James just blossomed there and everyone was so terrific to him.
Love,
Paula D.
Brentwood, CA
Dear Katie,
For a second summer in a row, the arrangements you made for our family's European travels have been superb!
We have had extremely complicated flight needs, we expected to see cities in rather short time frames, and we needed to please kids ranging in age from 16 to 8, as well as us, the adults. Not only did the trip go smoothly, we feel truly immersed in the history and culture of some amazing places!
In London, we absolutely loved the Haymarket Hotel, where we stayed two nights, and the Covent Garden Hotel, where we were only able to stay one night (we definitely wish we could have lingered).
The Haymarket Hotel has the most unique, eclectic and beautiful decor! It was so exciting to experience this new jewel.
After a week of interim traveling, we returned to London to stay in the Covent Garden Hotel. The concierge there absolutely was the key to a wonderful, albeit too brief, visit. After arranging our fabulous tickets to see "The Sound of Music," he then came to our rescue when our arrival was delayed eight hours. One phone call from me while I was en route, and he arranged to have the tickets waiting for us at the theatre, guided us on how to direct the driver to continue on with our luggage, and made sure the front desk was aware of our predicament. When we finally made it to the hotel after the show, we were greeted warmly, our bags were already in our room, and presently a sumptuous tray of cookies and cold milk was delivered to our door! Just heavenly!
In Italy, we were so pleased with our guides. In Venezia, we enjoyed a half day learning about the history and architecture of this truly unique place, including "express" entrances to the Campanile and the Basilica San Marco (with water rising in the Piazza!). The following day, we thoroughly enjoyed our water taxi and terrific guided tour of the islands of Murano, Torcello and Burano, highlighted by the glass blowing and private demonstration at CAM.
As we proceeded to Firenze, we again were dazzled by our guide, Enza, who was impressively knowledgeable about over a thousand years of history and architecture. We also were overjoyed at the beauty, service and ambience of the Grand Hotel Villa de Medici, especially its great pool and garden.
All in all, these experiences have created memories that will last a lifetime for all of us.
Thank you so much, Katie, for being not just an outstanding travel agent, but a trusted advisor on how to get the most out of every aspect of enjoying some of the world's greatest cities. Where do you think we should plan on going next?!
