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Barbara D
Definitely had a great time! The hotel in Charlottesville was gorgeous! Loved James Monroe at Highland. Patty always adds that extra touch. Thanks so much to Patty, Kathy, and Donnie for a great adventure!
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Robin F
The trip hosts (Patty and Kathy) as well as the bus driver (Danny) were the best. They took very good care of all of us. The folks that were on the trip were lovely and that made the trip itself all the nicer. The places that were included in the trip (Virginia University, Monticello, J. Monroe's estate; the winery, and the associated lunches) were all excellent. Look forward to taking another "Trip By Patty" in the near future.
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SHERRILL S
Lovely trip to Charlottesville with Trips by Patty! One highlight was having a historian and author take us through Mr Jefferson's UVA buildings Mr Jefferson designed! Monticello was amazing while we learned about enslaved people who lived and worked there! We met Mr James Monroe who lived next door to Mr Jefferson! Monroe's home was called Highland! As Mr Monroe said "There is nothing new under the sun!". Things are no better in 2026 than they were in 1776! People tend to romanticize the past! Loved our winery tour and bought some Thanksgiving wine! All the details tell why we continue to travel with Patty! Good food, good people and good places to stay! Patty plans the details so we do not have to and we learn so many things as documented above!!!
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Alice T
I had the best time at the Whirlygig Park in Wilson, NC. It was an unexpected pleasure. Our weather was fabulous as well. The overall trip to Charlottesville, VA was really nice. Love Patty, Kathy and our bus driver, Donny!! They all do a wonderful job keeping us happy and comfortable. Donny can drive that bus like no other driver I've known. He navigates small spaces and difficult turns with ease. I can relax when Donny is at the wheel! Patty's trips are well planned, always fun and interesting. The OMNI hotel in Charlottesville was not only comfortable but unique. Loved the wine tasting and lunches. Our guide for the University of Virginia tour was very informative. I love Trips by Patty. You will too.
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Annie I
Fully enjoyed another WONDERFUL trip with lovely Patty! She takes care of everything so her participants only have to get on the bus and enjoy the ride with thanks to the best bus driver ever--Donnie! Thank you Patty, Kathy and Donnie
Founding Fathers and Fall Colors in Charlottesville