{"id":5973,"date":"2020-09-24T12:59:02","date_gmt":"2020-09-24T16:59:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/?p=5973"},"modified":"2024-04-05T10:59:25","modified_gmt":"2024-04-05T09:59:25","slug":"tales-from-our-travelers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/tales-from-our-travelers\/","title":{"rendered":"Tales From Our Travelers"},"content":{"rendered":"
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BY\u00a0BRETT TOLLMAN<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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We set off on our travels with dreams, and return with memories that last a lifetime.<\/p>\n

Now, as we near the end of what would have been the 2020 travel season, we have all been through a year like no other. While the global pandemic has resulted in so many delayed travel plans and trips, it has not stopped us from recalling the magic of our past travels \u2013 nor dreaming about where we will go in the future.<\/p>\n

Over these past months we have heard from many guests who have been flipping through their scrapbooks and photos, reliving those memories, recalling places they\u2019ve visited and people they\u2019ve met through their travels with TTCs brands. That inspired us, in turn, to look through letters, emails, shared comments and postings that have come through on social media, from our guests sharing the stories of their journeys.<\/p>\n

This month, in howorldnor of World Tourism Day on September 27 and TTC\u2019s 100th anniversary, we thought it fitting to share a few of those stories from several of the brands (those not included in our September video \u2013 please have a look directly below this post if you\u2019ve not seen it yet) \u2013 tales and pictures that remind us why we do what we do.<\/p>\n

Much as we have missed you this year, we very much look forward to serving you in the coming year \u2013 and for generations to come.<\/p>\n

Sincerely,<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Brett Tollman<\/h5>\n
Chief Executive \u2013 TTC<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Our time in Tanzania in the bush and on game drives was spectacular! We saw all five of the big game animals: African elephant, leopard, lion, Cape buffalo, and Black rhinoceros. Witnessed the wildebeest migration along with herds of zebra, elephants and impalas. Our driver Salim was amazing as he traversed nearly impossible roads because of the rain. He was knowledgeable about flora and fauna as well as spotting animals in the wild. He could identify any creature be it winged or footed.<\/p>\n

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Because of COVID-19 our visit to Victoria Falls was cancelled due to closed boarders and cancelled return flights. We are most grateful to Meggan and her team at\u00a0African Travel, Inc<\/a>., John and Erick, Salim, Mohamed, and Leopard Tours for securing our flights and transfers and getting us to the airport in time!<\/p>\n

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Erick went above and beyond, staying at the hotel and sleeping in his car to be sure he learned of any flight changes in a timely manner. We couldn\u2019t possibly say enough to thank all who made sure we arrived home safely \u2013 thank you all!<\/p>\n

\u2013 Cathy and Fred<\/strong><\/p>\n

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From\u00a0Brendan Vacations<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 #MyBrendanStory<\/p>\n

Adventurous hikes and perfect views. You\u2019ve got to go the Great Glen Way.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Stephen<\/strong><\/p>\n

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One of my happiest days yet\u2026 Ireland is a country I\u2019ve always dreamt of visiting and I\u2019ve completely fallen for.
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The Celtic Isles of Ireland and Scotland are home to centuries of myths and legends, and all who visit here write a chapter in our story. What will yours be?<\/p>\n

\u2013\u00a0Brendan Vacations<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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I have always longed to travel to India but travel on my own terms and see the real India, exploring the paths less traveled. Being a solo traveler, I was a bit apprehensive, but I was so delighted to find\u00a0Adventure World Travel<\/a>. Your team listened and gave so much expert advice to create a trip just for me. The boutique hotels I stayed at were so unique and beautiful; and my private guide Ananya was beyond amazing. I will cherish this trip\u2026<\/p>\n

\u2013 Thelma<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Our trip was fantastic! Hands down, the best part was our guide Sheila, she was hilarious, extremely knowledgeable, and really made this trip special for us. It was also very well organized, safe, and hygienic during the Covid-19 pandemic. Highly recommend\u00a0Evan Evans<\/a>\u00a0day tours from London\u2026. 10\/10!<\/p>\n

\u2013 Tim<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Mel was a wonderful tour guide! He was very knowledgeable, witty and just an overall gem! We have booked plenty of tours in other countries and cities we\u2019ve visited but this one was by far the best! Everything ran smoothly, we learned so much about the history of London and beyond and we are super thankful to\u00a0Evan Evans<\/a>\u00a0for providing us with such a lovely time on our first trip to London! We will definitely be recommending to our friends back home!<\/p>\n

\u2013 Jessica<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Our trip was amazing! We had the best time \u2013 all of our accommodations were fantastic and we cannot wait to go back to Africa \u2013 I am already planning a tentative time to go back :). Cape Town was great \u2013 we visited Table Mountain and the Botanical Gardens. The suggestion to stay in Franschhoek was really appreciated \u2013 we loved it so much. It was so beautiful there and all of the wineries were incredible.<\/p>\n

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Kapama was an amazing safari experience \u2013 we saw the Big 5 (multiple times) and lots of other animals and our guide\/tracker went above and beyond for our group. Mozambique was beautiful and Dugong was a perfect relaxing quiet way to end our trip. Thank you for everything! We will definitely contact\u00a0Lion World<\/a>\u00a0when we plan our return trip to Africa!<\/p>\n

\u2013 Margret<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The trip to Egypt was fantastic! Every aspect was incredible and we really appreciate the time you took to help us put it all together. The accommodations were all first class, the transfers and personal attention from your team was friendly and efficient. Mohammed in Cairo was fantastic and incredibly helpful as was everyone we met from the team. A very well-run organization.<\/p>\n

Wa\u2019el, our guide, could not have been better. His knowledge of Egypt, both historical and current, was beyond compare \u2013 not to mention he\u2019s also a pretty good iPhone photographer! We trusted him right away once he told us that we had to leave at 6:30am to get to Giza and the Pyramids. We were the first people there and had the incredible experience of being the ONLY PEOPLE inside the Great Pyramid burial chamber. We even beat the guard who was supposed to be in there! Overall, I\u2019d rate our trip with 5 stars out of 5. This is our second\u00a0Lion World Travel<\/a>\u00a0excursion, we certainly consider ourselves \u201crepeat customers\u201d and will book with you again.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Ryan & Jess<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Just came back from Beaches and Reefs trip in Australia and would fly back tomorrow if I could! It\u2019s the best time I\u2019ve ever had on a holiday and could not believe how much we did. Our trip manager Jayne was just brilliant, she was so friendly, helpful, and just such a great person to be around! Jayne\u2019s knowledge and history of Oz was just fantastic and just showed how passionate she was about her job. If you want to see as much as you can in Oz in a small amount of time, I would 100% recommend this trip! Thanks,\u00a0Contiki<\/a>, for the best holiday of a lifetime \u2013 and can\u2019t wait to book again!<\/p>\n

\u2013 Carla<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Contiki<\/a>\u00a0Asia was The Best Holiday I have ever had! Amazing places, people, and trip manager! Ole was absolutely fantastic. She was so helpful and lovely and honestly could not do enough for you. She was really informative and clearly knew a lot about the different areas we visited\u2026 I also liked that we had a choice of activities such as the elephant sanctuary or the temples. The nightlife in all locations was great and the weather was exceptional every day. It was so amazing to meet like-minded people from all over the world \u2013 people I will stay in touch with forever!<\/p>\n

\u2013 Shea<\/strong><\/p>\n

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