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REPORTS FROM OUR CUSTOMERS

 

REPORT: TRIP TO PERU 

 

Mr. Taramona,

When I called Carol from Lenger Travel about my desire to see Machu Picchu, I had no idea I was setting into motion the trip of a lifetime. 

I'm not a big traveler - I haven't flown since the mid-90's and I've never traveled internationally.  While I read and reread the itinerary that Victor created for this trip, I still didn't know what to expect.

Arriving at airports in a foreign country barely able to speak the language was a bit overwhelming. But, at each stop, as soon as I spotted my contact, I was immediately put at ease.

Rudy (Lima) and Nancy (Cusco) provided essential schedule information and commentary on the city as Julis (Lima) and Juan Carlos (Cusco) masterfully maneuvered the vehicle through traffic. Victor must have selected the best drivers, guides and contacts for me because I lacked for nothing. They all had a wonderful blend of professionalism and friendliness that, to be quite honest, can be hard to find in my own country.

 

Odon, my guide in Cusco and Machu Picchu, took care to accommodated my needs as a photographer, reversing the order of sites one day so that we'd avoid the crowds.

I've never had a big interest in history, but as I stood on those breathtaking sites and heard Odon speak of the construction, use and demise of each one, I found myself engrossed with every word. I ended up buying a number of books along the way to read more about them. Odon has a way of speaking of a site as though he was there and I couldn't help but share his enthusiasm for the handiwork.

 

I went to Peru to celebrate my 40th Birthday on Machu Picchu and came away with a great adventure. Thank you for all of the planning and coordinating - I felt looked after wherever I went which allowed me to enjoy myself. I am busy at work on a book of my photographs to be followed by a documentary on the journey. I can only hope that I do your country justice in relating the richness of history and culture.

 

Sincerely,

Tom

Michigan

07/01/08

 

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REPORT: TRAVEL TO LIMA,CUZCO,MACHU PICCHU

 

Hello Daniel & Jose,

The passengers had a great time in Peru and are very pleased with Tara Tours.

They completed travel on 6/23.

 

Thank you for everything!

 

Eubanks Travel

San Francisco, California

06/26/08

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LAST MINUTE RESERVATION FOR SANTIAGO DE CHILE & VALLE NEVADO

We had a blast...here's a brief scorecard:

 
TRANSPORTATION (Juan Neira Valle)  and ENGLISH GUIDE (Antonio Bolivar): Excellent
I would highly recommend both.  Juan spoke no English, but he had a very nice demeanor speaking Spanish with Hayley and tolerated me well.  Antonio had wonderful English, was quite knowledgeable, and very prideful in what he kept referring to as "my country."  High praise for both.
 
(only slight flaw was car breaking down on way to Valle Nevado...cost an hour or so delay, but not avoidable...new driver (Luiz) did a nice job getting us up the mountain in a blizzard (no kidding), so worked out fine.
 
INTERCONTINENTAL Excellent
Well located and very near terrific restaurants (Tiramisu was our favorite--great stone fired pizzas and terrific atmosphere--almost embarrassingly, we went there twice out of 4 nights).  Staff was terrific.
 
SANTIAGO TOURS: Excellent
- Antonio's walking tour on Sunday was great....again, he is very knowledgeable on the history of Chile.
- Valparaiso and Vina del Mar trip was terrific, punctuated by a fabulous lunch at Ross Castle, with great view of sea.
- Santa Rita winery tour was decent...confusion on when it started, but all in all good.  Nice museum of pieces owned by the president of the company.  Also great lunch at a genuine Chilean spot recommended by Juan.   Hayley considered this the best touring day (may have had more to do with the wine before, during and after lunch).
 
VALLE NEVADO: Good
Skiing was terrific and hotel has wonderful ski-in, ski-out access. 
Room  Quite underwhelming...big enough, but oddly furnished and decorated, and NOT A SINGLE CHAIR in the place.  Had an odd couch-like device in one corner, but not really sittable--better for storing things as closet space was quite minimal.  
Staff was accommodating, some head and shoulders better than others...but all generally friendly.  
Restaurants ranged from terrific (Don Giovanni and La Montagnard--fondue) to terrible (Sur--a cross between a cafeteria and a China Buffet)...And Sur is billed just like the others, not in a separate category, so we had no idea til we showed up (reservations are required, so we couldn't really go elsewhere).   We splurged on a great bottle of wine to get over this culinary disaster.
Resort Layout is a little odd and wonderful little lobby with fireplace, but seating not comfortable...I guess because it's mostly transient skiers...would have been nice to have a little spot to relax and chat, but this wasn't the place.  Nice outdoor hot tub...communal, but nice.   Wireless internet was free and available everywhere, so that was great.
 
CHILEAN WINE : Fantastic (and very reasonably priced, which ultimately led to greater consumption.
 

Hope this helps.

 

Thank you again, Vicki, for pulling this together so quickly.  Much appreciated.

 

My best,
Jim

CHICAGO,ILL

6/23/08

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REPORT: SANTA MARTA & BARRANQUILLA, COLOMBIA

We departed Miami on American Airlines to Barranquilla. It took only 2 hours and 13 minutes to get there. Barranquilla was hot about 80 degrees and the locals say the only time it gets a bit cooler is during the months of October because of the rains. The city looks very active and you see a tremendous commercial activity everywhere such as construction of many new apartment buildings and commercial centers. It took us 30 minutes to reach the Dann Carlton hotel which is a new 5 star hotel with very nice size rooms. The hotel has all the comforts with a nice business center, internet, bar, swimming pool, restaurants, small casino and more.
We took a city tour and the guide explained to us that Barranquilla is becoming a mayor port in Colombia. We visited the highlights of the city such as the National Theater, chamber of commerce, Aduanas where they sell all the imported goods, the romantic museum and probably the most unique place the Cathedral with glass windows of crosses of different shapes and colors. The Christ image, suspended from the alter, is unusual, modern and breathtaking. There are 7 colorful glass windows depicting the 7 days to create the earth…just beautiful.

The next day we drove to Santa Marta just 1 hour 30 minutes away over a nice highway passing by Salamanca National Park (low land swamps). Santa Marta is a nice quiet beach resort area with small hotels. Most of the big resorts are 5-10-15 minutes away from the city like the Zuana beach resort, Decameron and others.

We stayed at the Decameron Santa Marta an all inclusive resort with 250 rooms all facing the ocean. It has a convention center for 300 people, 5 restaurants, swimming pools, bars, disco, daily activities and a night show daily. This property is just a fantastic place for families, couples and incentive trips as you are away from all but at the same time close to major cities. The beach was nice and kind of close just for the guest of the hotel.

The meals all included were very good. Breakfast and lunch buffet style and dinners a la carte with choices of pasta, seafood, Asian, and steakhouse restaurants. All the meals we had were excellent. We enjoyed very much the seafood in the restaurant located in the bottom of the old Galleon replica (Spanish ship) enjoying the ambience that was just great..! Probably the most important thing I learned on this trip is how gracious the people of this area are…simple, always smiling and eager to make your stay pleasant.

VIVA COLOMBIA..!!

Daniel

Tara Tours

05/05/08

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TRIP TO: GUATEMALA

 

Dear Jim: Excellent trip - no real issues except a bit more time in Guatemala City than would be optimal. We cured our Friday free day by hiring a van to go to Copan - a long day but very interesting. We are not a family that likes to relax - so in a perfect world we pack every day as full as we can make it. I had never used a tour service before so I was unaware I could do make some changes and additions.

Highlights - Easter Sunday in Chichicastenango was terrific, colorful, noisy, unique, an experience not to be missed. Loved Antigua, Guatemala - very beautiful city and the hotel Santo Domingo was unbelievable. Tikal was great - would have been great to stay overnight but we did get to see everything we wanted there. The staff at the Marriott in Guatemala City went overboard to please, the guides were very good, and the service all in all was great!

Lowlights - Saturday in Guatemala City, just before Easter everything is closed and the town is dead dead dead. Had we really known what we were doing we would have done a trip to the Volcano Pacaya that day. We managed some shopping and hung around the pool.

Thanks,

Mr. K

Colorado

03/30/08

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TRIP TO: ARGENTINA & BRAZIL

 

Hi Jose,   We returned from our vacation on Thursday. We want to thank you for orchestrating everything . All the transfers, accommodations and tours were great. Each host was courteous, helpful and made us feel right at home. In addition to taking in all the breathtaking sights of both cities, we tangoed in Buenos Aires and hit the beaches in Rio. It was an unforgettable trip.

Thanks again……….

Mr & Mrs. D

03/17/08

New York
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TRIP TO: PANAMA
 

Hello Victor,
I just wanted to let you know that we returned from our trip to Panama and everything was absolutely wonderful. Our travel was smooth and the resort was excellent!!! I'll be contacting you soon to plan the next trip! Thanks so much for your help with planning a fabulous get-away.You may use our comments.  It is my pleasure to let others know that, indeed, you are the experts ! 

Regards,
Meri Beth
Minnesota
02/28/08

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TRIP TO: PERU
 

Daniel,

The Gruberger and Carpenst returned from Peru last night and raved about the guide they had in Cuzco, hotels, everything went well.

Jim
Travel Agent
Colorado

02/27/08
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TRIP TO: CHILE-COLOMBIA

(Easter Island, Santiago, Bogota, Cartagena, Santa Marta, San Andres)

 

Bonjour Daniel and Hermine,

Back home , back to reality ! Thank you very much for yet another fantastic holiday so well organized by your good selves; my highlights this year were Easter island , Cartagena was so stunning ( the Columbian people are the nicest, polite, kind , happy people I have met in a very long time ! ) and when I got to san Andres , I thought I had died and gone to heaven !! I can' t wait for next year although I am wishing my life away here but I am already thinking about Honduras/Belize/ San Salvador or Perito Moreno/Amazonia :let me know when is the earliest we can start organizing the trip for January 09! .... anyway hope all is well with you , until next time , my very best wishes to you;

Take care .

Christine

France,

02/10/08

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TRIP TO: ARGENTINA-URUGUAY

 

Dear Victor:

The trip was wonderful in all respects. The tourist agency in Buenos Aires covered all
the things that we wanted to see, and their guides were outstanding.
Our side trip to Montevideo went off without a hitch. Hector, who was
our guide, was also outstanding. All in all, we were very pleased
with the trip and accommodations. B.Aires is a wonderful place, and the
food was outstanding. We never missed a meal.

I did have a very happy birthday, and the champagne was such a nice surprise.
Thank you very much for arranging that. We enjoyed it.

I am sorry that I did not write you as soon as we returned.

Best regards,

Don

Denver, CO

01/31/08

 

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Dear Lorena,

The trip you did for Nosworthy family to Peru was perfect!
He sent us an email and told us it was definitely the best trip of their lives!

Thank you so much!

Christine

Travel Agent, CTC
Minnesota

01/15/08

 

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GALAPAGOS aboard private yacht Flamingo
 

Hello Jose !
 

Staff terrific. Food terrific. Boat terrific. Islands terrific. Wish we had more
sea kayaks. I never got to go in one.
Thank you for a wonderful trip!
Carol

01/03/08

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REPORT: BUENOS AIRES

 

Hi Daniel & Sonia
 

I got back from Buenos Aires at 11 pm tired but happy. The trip was a great success for the Argentine portion. Thanks for your help with the hotels and thanks Sonia for the good air arrangements.
The Hotel Americas Towers was fine for exploration purposes though I much preferred the Ayres Recoleta from last year. The area of Calle Santa Fe is very commercial, good for shopping, but not a very relaxing place like Recoleta. The buffet was small but acceptable. Just too few staff for the number of diners and the food disappeared faster than they could replenish it. The rooms are fine . The pool is nice and the free internet is generous, a great bar area and friendly staff. I would consider it for a short stay.
While walking to lunch nearby I passed a nice looking hotel that somehow I missed last year. It is facing the area of outdoor restaurants near Biele a block from the cemetery. Etoile is a boutique hotel, about 94 rooms, most redecorated recently and the remainder scheduled to be redecorated by March 08. The huge lobby is very bright and well furnished with a nice dining area. A Hollywood star was lunching there with his wife! Best of all, even the standard rooms are enormous and it appears to be five star in all respects, even a small gym and pool. 
Guillermo Onis from Columbia-Buenos Aires, was quite helpful consulting on things to do and he made some excellent restaurant recommendations for the group dinners. Given this hotel I would want 2 nights at the Shearaton International in Iguazú and a leisurely 7 or 8 nights in Buenos Aires with day trips to Tigre, an Estancia, and something else out of town, perhaps Colonia Uruguay by buque bus?
I will send a more refined plan for you to comment on as soon as I catch up on paper work after 12 days away.
Thanks for reading this, and I will be back to you before long.

 

Regards Jim.
EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL SERVICE
Note: Jim organize groups to travel to Central and South America.
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GROUP TO BOLIVIA (La Paz, Sucre, Uyuni Salt Lake)

 

Hello Daniel and Sonia,

I just wanted to jot down a phone call I received the day our travelers  got back from Bolivia (I forgot to do it when it came in). She (Pauline ) called and asked to talk with my boss, Gwen. She said, "I want to talk with Gwen to tell her in person what a fabulous trip it was. Great food, everything was exactly as planned. Strenuous bus rides, but this
was to be expected if we wanted to see everything – and we did! They
went out of their way to show us a great tour."

Thanks again,

Sarah

Executive Administrator
TRAVEL CONCEPTS INTERNATIONAL, INC.
 

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GROUP TO PANAMA -PLAYA BONITA & GAMBOA

 

Hello Victor: 

 

The Panama trip was excellent. The weather really co-operated, just a little rain in the rainforest one day. Lots of sun and breezes. The Gamboa Rainforest Lodge offered the best co-ordinated service to the group. Yaneth was very sharp – had all the details in order. The Sunday Brunch was just too fabulous. Our private dinner in the Chagras Riverview was over the top. The group loved the Embera Tribe Tour – one of the best tours ever, anywhere. They were amazed at the Miraflores Locks – appreciated our private salon for lunch and the private balcony over the locks. The Playa Bonita pool was the main attraction with the volleyball net in the pool. The group loved the setting and the lunch buffets at the Pelican Grill. The young Mr. Gomez was very attentive to the group. Things are just not a polished as they are at Gamboa – no menus for the private dinners. However, the total package was fabulous. They loved Panama and they love us – their travel agent and tour operator. Thanks so much. 

Thank You!
 

Lois 
Travel Agent
Ohio

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TRIP TO ARGENTINA

 

Angie,

Thank you SO much for your help on my passengers last minute Galapagos trip!

I was sure that they would find something that they did not like -but they said it was perfect and wonderful and they loved it!

Thanks again I appreciate all of your help---that is why I use only Tara Tours for Latin/Central America!

Christ 

(Travel Agent)

 

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TRIP TO COSTA RICA

 

Hi Daniel,  

Bonnie & Johnny are home from their Costa Rica trip and they had a grand time.  All went well.  Thanks again for all your help. 

Happy Holidays to you and your family & staff. 

 

Maxine (Travel Agent)

North Carolina

 

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GREETINGS FROM BARILOCHE

 

Hi Ronni, 
Arrived here this afternoon. This a magnificent spot and Hotel Cascada is beautiful. I have a room that overlooks the lake and the snowcapped mountains. I also enjoyed Mendoza very much/ Had wonderful dinner there especially at the hotel and 1894 restaurant. My check there including wine, a cordial, appetizer, entree and dessert came to about 100 pesos or $33. Did you know that I was having an interpreter for the tours in Mendoza. Lots to tell you about. Marita is very helpful. 

 

Herb

North Carolina

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TRIP TO LIMA-CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU-LAKE TITICACA

 

Hi Daniel:
I am sending this thank you note late because I had got sick after the trip from Peru.
Overall, the trip was very nice, most of the people in the group had a good time, although it was a tour full of adventures and adjustments. The service of Peruvian Odyssey was very good. Fernando, the tour guide in Cuzco and Machu Picchu had provided an excellent service during t he four days for the group. Julio from Lima was very informative and on time for all events too.
Thanks again for all of your hard work, and on behalf of the group, please accept our gratitude and looking forward for the next tour / group.

Regards
Mey

New Jersey

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TRIP TO: Buenos Aires...

 

Buenos Aires was all I expected it to be and more. There is a vibrant cultural life in addition to the incredible barbecue, the sophisticated tango venues, and some of the best restaurants in the hemisphere. 
Tara Tours arranged for two studios for my friend Jane and me in a wonderful boutique apartment/hotel in the Recoleta section next to the famous cemetery and within walking distance of some of the best restaurants in the city and a short cab fare to the others. The agency sent a car/driver/guide for a city tour, arranged a 50% discount at the best tango show in the VIP section with unlimited champagne and wine, and also for the trip to the Estancia (ranch) for a folkloric show, horsemanship display, and enormous barbecue. The Opera of the Pampas was a combination Buffalo Bill wild west show and operetta on the history of Argentina followed by another enormous parillada, again in the reserved VIP section with far too much wine flowing.
We did the trip to Tigre on the Rio de la Plata delta by train and boat our own...  We did the boat ride throught the delta rivers and a stop for lunch at the reputed best restaurant there, not up to the city's fabulous choices. With the peso at three to the dollar, prices are like the 1970s in the US.

The tasting menu at Le Borgogne in the Alvear Palace, reputedly the best hotel in the southern hemisphere, was really decadent and the only outrageous splurge of the trip, still considerably less than my NY favorite Le Cirque.
I cannot adjust to eating at 10-11 pm and bars not starting til 1 am so Jane and I followed a more normal schedule with dining around 9. After a huge ojo de bife to die for and a bottle of incredible Malbec wine, I had no need to go out to bars later. The confidentials column in El Clarin is the place to find consolation for lonely singles but I only investigated a few ads for sociological purposes. 
The big problem for tourists is how little there is to do in the morning since the night-owls don't want to start early. The Fine Arts museum (wonderful collection of French impressionists as well as modern Argentine artists) doesn't open til 12:30 and the Museums of Latin American Art and Decorative Arts do not open until 2 pm. We did lots of walking through the delightful neighborhoods including the relatively new Puerto Madero where incredible shops and restaurants face the old harbor. .......
       
JIM

Brockport  N.Y

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REPORT: Guatemala – by Jene’e Bearden (Travel Agent)

Recently, I had the privilege of traveling to one of the most beautiful countries I have ever been to.
Guatemala. Most people conjure up images of “guerillas”, “civil war” and a country in turmoil. But it was just the opposite. Guatemala’s civil war ended about ten years ago and they have been rebuilding its image and infrastructure since. New highways and roads are under construction, and fortunately or unfortunately depending on your own point of view, you can find McDonalds and Burger King, as well as Chilis in most major cities. 
On our first full day, we had a 3:45am wake-up call so we could catch an early 35 minute flight to Flores, capital of the Peten territory. From there we boarded our small deluxe motor coach and traveled to Tikal National Park, home of the largest and most monumental city of the Maya culture. It is advised to wear good walking shoes and bring your rain gear. We lucked out and experienced wonderful weather while we were there. We mapped out what we wanted to see in the time frame we allotted for, which was about 5 hours. However, it is recommended that you start early as the afternoon heat and rain could dampen your experience. Of the towers and temples we saw, most of us were able to climb two of them. The original stone steps are blocked off from climbing. Primitive, but adequate, sturdy wooden steps have been built on the side of the temples to climb to the top. It was well worth the climb on tower number 4, which was the tallest of all that have been excavated. The view was spectacular; it literally took my breath away, especially after 160 steps. Climbing the towers is not for the faint of heart. Along the jungle trails we saw howler monkeys, spider monkeys, a toucan, and several other smaller creatures, such as the leaf cutter ants, spotted by a trail of leaves crossing our path. The visit to Tikal was one of the major highlights of my trip and I wouldn’t have missed it for anything. After a late lunch on Lake Peten, we flew back to Guatemala City for the night.
 

The next day we headed for Chichicastenango, which is a small town lying in the mountains located about 2-3 hours drive from Guatemala City. It is home to the most colorful native market in the Americas. The market days are Sundays and Thursdays throughout the year. Bartering is customary and there are bargains galore. It was recommended by our guide to hire one of the local boys, which are now certified and identified by their name badge and bright orange vest, to be your shopping guide. The boys will carry your bags and guide you through the maze of stalls and market stands. If there is something special you’re looking for they will take you to the best spot for that. They will watch your back as well as your bags, well worth the customary $5 tip.

Lake Atitlan was our next stop. The lake with its natural blue waters was set against a backdrop of three 10,000-foot volcanoes. The lake is 26 km long and 18 km wide, occupying an extinguished crater. Lining the shores, you will find a dozen picturesque Indian villages where life and customs have changed little over the centuries. One of the highlights was a half hour boat ride to the village of Santiago Atitlan, one of the twelve villages located around the lake. Shopping, dining, kayaking and bird watching are just a few of the activities members of our group took in. 

Next stop was Antigua, one of the world’s best conserved colonial cities. It is a magical and captivating small town that makes you feel time might have stopped some 300 years ago. With cobblestone streets and colonial architecture and its beautiful surroundings, it is truly a special place to visit. We visited the Jade factory, Santo Domingo Church and Monastery, as well as take in some free time for shopping and dining.

Our trip winded down with a couple more nights in Guatemala City. Before leaving, we took in a ½ day city tour with visits to the National Palace, Textile Museum, and modern downtown Guatemala City. I look forward to making a return trip to this beautiful country.
 

Jene

Durney Travel & Cruise // Aberdeen , WA

(all pictures by Jene -Nov.2006)
 

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TRIP TO: EASTER ISLAND, MACHU-PICCHU & LAKE TITICACA 
 

Dear Victor,

Your company did deserve all the good comments and I hope you remember all the others for other people. Will think of you if we go south of the border again and will be happy to recommend your company to anyone if you would like me too. Again thank you for the direction and the help to put the trip together. 
 

Gloria T.

New York

 

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TRIP TO: BRAZIL-ARGENTINA-CHILE
 

Dear Daniel and Chey, 

 

I just wanted to thank you for helping to make the trip to South America for Mr. and Mrs. Karr and Mr. and Mrs. Gords -they had a very lovely experience. They were pleased with all of the guides and all of their transfers occurred in a timely manner. 
I look forward to working with you again in the future. 

Best regards,

Alice
Travel Agent

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TRIP TO: GUATEMALA

Good morning,

What a Fantastic trip!!! We were amazed with the amount of traveling we were able to do in the short time we were in Guatemala. All of the arrangements with Clark Tours were very well planned with no hitches...the flights, the hotel accommodations, the meals and wonderful tours. 
Again we thank you and Tara Tours for introducing Guatemala to us on this very special tour.

Best regards,
Wayne and Sharon
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TRIP TO: PERU

Dear Tara,

I went to Peru with you and I can truly say that it was one of the best trips my husband and I have ever done--I am very impressed with the companies that you use in South/Central America-nothing but rave reviews every time!

Thanks again!
Christine
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TRIP TO: GALAPAGOS-ECUADOR

Daniel-

I wanted to let you know that the Wilsons just got back from Galapagos and they absolutely had the most fabulous trip! 

They travel all over the world and he is a doctor at Mayo Clinic and was a referral from some other clients that I booked through Tara Tours last year!

Thanks,

Travel Agent,

Wisconsin

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TRIP TO: PANAMA

Dear Victor,

I wanted to thank you for arranging a wonderful trip for us. My husband remarked that it was the first international trip we've been on where everything went smoothly and as arranged. We had a wonderful time and will recommend you and the trip to our friends.

Sincerely, 

Louise & Tom

New Jersey,

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TRIP TO: Ecuador & Galapagos

 

Hi Chris (travel agent)
What a wonderful trip!!! It was one of the most memorable experiences of our life. We will never forget our time there. The animals and natural beauty was extraordinary. The ship was fantastic, the crew so extremely polite, the guides wonderful, food terrific, weather wonderful. What more can we say. 

We sincerely thank you for making all these arrangements for us. 

Walter, M.D. 

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TRIP TO: BRAZIL -AMAZON

Danny … all of the arrangements that you made for us worked out great … just as expected.

We had the meeting at the airport in Rio, and the guide was outstanding. Also, everything worked out at Ariau … . The food quality and quantity was adequate, and the guides all seemed to do a good job. Things are starting to look a little ‘tired,.’ but I guess that goes along with the jungle. This seemed to be a good time to visit, as the boats were able to get into all areas, and there was still some dry land.

Thanks again,

Best regards,
 

Jack

Ft. Lauderdale, FL

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TRIP TO: GUATEMALA

Dear Mr. Daniel Taramona,
 

I recently went on a trip to Guatemala arranged by booking agent Jeff and wanted to advise you, it was a wonderful experience. Although there was not a lot of advanced booking 
time, he did his utmost to help make the arrangements. Clark Tours was greatly organized and the trip went without a hitch.
I certainly will be comfortable in seeking your service in the future.
 

Thank you
Alba 


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TRIP TO: PANAMA -ROYAL DECAMERON

Dear Daniel,

My husband and I wanted to thank you for your help in planning and booking our recent trip to Panama. It was a wonderful time with few glitches. The Royal decameron was wonderful and we were glad we took some of the reviews lightly. We had a room facing the pools and ocean. The food was good and we rarely had to climb the "dreaded" hill. There is, of course, vehicles that go around and will give anyone a ride who needs it. Our one complaint was the availability of tours on a regular basis.  The Gamboa Rainforest Resort was beautiful and from there we took numerous trips from the resort as well as on our own to save a large expense. 

Cordially,
Robin and Peter

New York
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TRIP TO: PERU

Good Afternoon—

You have put together trips for me to Peru twice within the last four years, and have done a splendid job. There were both well organized. I was very pleased with the accommodations. And, your staff in Peru was very accommodating, friendly, and helpful at all times.
I am now considering a trip to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I have never been there before. It would be a week’s duration,I look forward to hearing from you, as I plan my trip.

Thanks for your time and assistance.

Fred

ARKANSAS
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TRIP TO: PANAMA

Hi, Victor, Finally have had a minute to write to you and thank you for the wonderful trip we had to Panama.
The De Cameron was great! Good lodgings, good food, wonderful people. Their system is so efficient for such a large operation.
The Panama Canal was awesome and something we always wanted to see.
The Crowne Plaza was excellent.
Thank you so much for being so patient with me regarding the details of the trip.
Am sure we will be in contact regarding a trip to Belize. Thanks again,
 

Darlene

Wisconsin


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TRIP TO: BOLIVIA

To Whom it May Concern,

Our group, from the Travel Club, would like to let you know what a marvelous tour guide we had for our trip to Bolivia from 01 Sept through 05 Sept.

Our guide, Fernando , was very knowledgeable, interesting, full of enthusiasm and energy, and was a great factor in making the trip a success for all of us. It was apparent that he loves his job and he was a walking encyclopedia of information. As a group, we were all very impressed with him and we wish him every success in the future.

The tour itself was great and we enjoyed every minute of it. We especially enjoyed Lake Titicaca and it's rich history.

Thank you,
 

Tere & Jim 
Texas 
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TRIP TO: ARGENTINA, PERU, BOLIVIA, BRAZIL, PARAGUAY

Hi Daniel, just got back from my trip ( just! the BA flight was so busy! I think I got the last seat on the airplane! ) once again I had a great time ; I so love South America and this year I particularly loved Bolivia: so I wanted to thank you for your great organization and your attention to details: I am already thinking of next January !! what do you think of Columbia...., anyway many thanks to you and Jose for putting this trip together and I can' t wait until the next one! 

 

Kind Regards. 

Christine

FRANCE
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TRIP TO EL SALVADOR
 

Daniel -- I was just looking at your website and found a section called "Passenger's Reports".  It was very nice and I simply wanted to put a note in there regarding our group's most recent trip - in February, 2007 - to El Salvador.  It was the best trip yet!  We have booked three trips with you (through our travel agent and friend at Barclay Travel in Madison) and they all have been very enjoyable.  I also wanted everyone else to know what a fine job you and your company do to be sure everything comes out satisfactorily.  We are looking forward to another destination next year!
 
Thank you again.
Kathy G. R.
Middleton, WI 

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TRIP TO CHILE & ARGENTINA

 

March 08, 2007
Subject: Wonderful Trip

Dear Victor,
As I told you on the phone the sights, drivers and guides you chose for us were wonderful. It made such a difference in Jim's comfort level being able to go our own way at our own speed. All of the guides were considerate of Jim but as I told you Carlos of 
Martin Travel in Iguazu Falls went above and beyond. He thought Jim would be better able to see the Falls from the Brazil side because there is an elevator there beside the falls and he could get a wheelchair for Jim to go out on the catwalk in front of the falls. 

Another wonderful guide was the woman we had at Puerto Madryn. Sorry I couldn't find her name. There were no wheelchairs available at the Punta Tombo Rookery and it was a long walk down to the penguins so she asked the ranger to take Jim down to an area where he could sit among the penguins while we walked further. The ranger also came 
back when we finished our walk and drove Jim to the entrance. 


Terry in Santiago and Trinidad in Buenos Aires were excellent. I would certainly recommend the Opera Pampas. It was outstanding. One improvement would be to get the English Explanation to those attending before they go. 

You were wonderful to work with and I will certainly recommend you to 
anyone going to South America.
 

Sincerely,

 

Mr & Mrs. Willis

 

 

 

 

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