What a perfect way to get back into European travel. It was obvious from the start that Trish had put her heart and soul into the planning of the Hidden Paris tour. It was a great mix of adventures and I throughly enjoyed my travel group, who became like family, and it was obvious to see why most had traveled with adventures with Sarah before, Our local guide, Julian, was excellent and it was fun finally getting to also meet Sarah and sons. Merci beaucoup, Trish for this great time and I hope to travel with you again in the future.
The Paris StayCation trip was exceptional. We experienced many unique activities that were fun and creatively planned. One delightful activity was a tour of street art in the 13th Arrondissement. We also took part in quintessential Parisian activities. One evening we enjoyed a picnic on the lawn near the Eiffel Tower, staying until the monument's lights glittered at 11 pm.
I highly recommend this trip, along with its caring, knowledgeable and wonderful guide, Trish, of The Travelphile (thetravelphile.com) and contributor to the Guide Collective. We journeyed well !!!
A thoroughly enjoyable trip. George, our leader, was super-knowledgeable, helpful, energetic, and fun. His knowledge of people and places gave us experiences we couldn't have duplicated on our own. The itinerary was great - I thought the pace was good and we had a variety of experiences.
The only thing I didn't like was that the weather in late April was rather chilly and often wet, more so than I expected. However, traveling later in the spring would have meant missing Orthodox Easter, which was the highlight of the trip for me. We spent it in a rural village, and participating in the villagers' traditions was a rare privilege that I'll never forget. So take an umbrella and some warm clothes and prepare for a special experience. Maybe you'll get the sunshine that we mostly didn't get!
Fantastic look at more "out of the way" spots and wonderful experiences of food and wine. No crowds, just the Sicilian countryside and lovely towns. Traveling in April was fantastic with all the wildflowers. And walking on Mama Etna's shoulders was a highlight!
Exciting and enjoyable from start to finish! It was a perfect combination of unique experiences (Mount Etna - wow!) and activities that were a feast for the eyes and soul in every way. We loved the pace and diversity of the charming villages and the care that was taken in selecting memorable activities and beautiful venues. The trip was relaxing and beautiful in so many ways, and the company was delightful. Sarah put together a wonderful itinerary. The breadth and depth of her knowledge and experience is simply amazing: she literally wrote the book on Sicily We hope Your company has great success in its endeavors!