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West Highland Way Walk
Great experience - everything went perfect.
Great experience - everything went perfect.
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Everything was vere well prepared, all of my questions could be answered.





keenly
it was so wonderful - walking for such a long distance in such a beautiful nature became a very expletive experience. although I walked for my own - I never felt lonely. I met so many wonderful people all along the way - it was so heartily and funny.
it was so wonderful - walking for such a long distance in such a beautiful nature became a very expletive experience. although I walked for my own - I never felt lonely. I met so many wonderful people all along the way - it was so heartily and funny.
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absolute brilliant!
Thank you very much for your review, Frank. We were really pleased to hear you enjoyed your walk, and congratulations on completing both the West Highland Way & Great Glen Way - quite a challenge! Andy Gabe





good
We started the cleveland way last year - helmsley to Salburn and finished it this year Saltburn to Filey. Lovely walk both parts very different and a complete contrast.
We started the cleveland way last year - helmsley to Salburn and finished it this year Saltburn to Filey. Lovely walk both parts very different and a complete contrast.
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No problems. Only one thing: felt that on two occaisions the company booked the cheapest rooms avaiable in the B&B (especially in Whitby where we were in the attic). Had we been asked we would have gladly paid the extra for a better room. That was the only downside.
Thank you for your feedback about your walk, although I was disappointed to hear that you found the rooms unsatisfactory for 2 nights. We certainly don't book the cheapest rooms available for our clients, although it is possible that these were the only rooms left at the time of your booking. I will be contacting you separately to find out which ones these were. I have checked the bookings that were made for you, and we have used all of the Guest Houses in the past for our clients, so if there is an issue with these particular accommodations we will certainly re-consider using them again in the future. I'll be in touch with you directly to find out some more information. Kind regards, Andy Gabe





Amazing Recommended Activities, and truly beautiful accomodations
Our Honeymoon through the Scottish Highlands and Western Isles was truly spectacular, exhausting, but amazing. We stayed in beautiful bed and breakfasts, and were able to see amazing parts of Scotland that felt personal and authentic. It far exceeded our expectations.
Our Honeymoon through the Scottish Highlands and Western Isles was truly spectacular, exhausting, but amazing. We stayed in beautiful bed and breakfasts, and were able to see amazing parts of Scotland that felt personal and authentic. It far exceeded our expectations.
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My tour operator really heard what we were going for. They understood our hopes and personalized a package for us that truly exceeded expectations.
Thank you very much for your comments, Heather. We were delighted to hear from you and that you enjoyed your time in the Scottish Highlands & Western Isles....and that you felt the same way about the spectacular scenery as we do! We hope it was a great way to start married life. Best wishes, Andy Gabe





great fun, well organised
Absolute Escapes Speyside Way walk
Absolute Escapes Speyside Way walk
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well organised





Beautiful scenary and wonderful people
The itinerary you planned was excellent. Each location was unique and gave us a different perspective on Scotland. The Isle of Skye was no doubt the highlight.
The itinerary you planned was excellent. Each location was unique and gave us a different perspective on Scotland. The Isle of Skye was no doubt the highlight.
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See above.
Thank you for your review and we were delighted that you enjoyed your time in Scotland so much. The Isle of Skye is a very special part of the world, and we are glad that it made such an impression on you! Scott Smyth





The holiday was fanstatic and it and was up to all expectations
Varied hiking in beautiful nature. Met many other nice hikers during the trek and we was well received at the pre-booked lodging. The baggage was always there when you arrived. We don't have any claims at all. We would strongly recommend this travel.
Varied hiking in beautiful nature. Met many other nice hikers during the trek and we was well received at the pre-booked lodging. The baggage was always there when you arrived. We don't have any claims at all. We would strongly recommend this travel.
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Great information sent before the trip , both book and map was very useful. No problem with getting answers to questions before the trip. Good information even about accommodation and tips regarding food and attractions.
Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your adventure along the West Highland Way so much. Thank you for emailing us the beautiful photo of the stag - keep an eye on our Facebook page as it'll be getting posted up in the next couple of days! Best wishes, Scott Smyth





The holiday was fanstatic and it and was up to all expectations
Varied hiking in beautiful nature. Met many other nice hikers during the trek and we was well received at the pre-booked lodging. The baggage was always there when you arrived. We don't have any claims at all. We would strongly recommend this travel.
Varied hiking in beautiful nature. Met many other nice hikers during the trek and we was well received at the pre-booked lodging. The baggage was always there when you arrived. We don't have any claims at all. We would strongly recommend this travel.
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Great information sent before the trip , both book and map was very useful. No problem with getting answers to questions before the trip. Good information even about accommodation and tips regarding food and attractions.





Enjoyable walks in changing landscape and weather.
We appreciated the variation in types of accommodations from B&Bs to old Inns. The Drovers Inn with its authentic atmosphere and the Edencoille Guest House in Kinlochleven with its delicious breakfast were great experiences. The changing scenery along the route made the walking enjoyable, and each day a unique experience from lush forests to open moors. Rather cold and changing weather made the walks a bit more challenging and the breaks shorter...
We appreciated the variation in types of accommodations from B&Bs to old Inns. The Drovers Inn with its authentic atmosphere and the Edencoille Guest House in Kinlochleven with its delicious breakfast were great experiences. The changing scenery along the route made the walking enjoyable, and each day a unique experience from lush forests to open moors. Rather cold and changing weather made the walks a bit more challenging and the breaks shorter.
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We had a very good communication with our operator, and they tailored the tour according to our needs and expectations. Receiving the West Highland Way guide including a very good and detailed map before starting the holiday was very useful. The itinerary gave a very good overview of each day including the accommodations and how to get there. We highly recommend Absolute Escapes.
Thank you very much for your review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your walking holiday along the West Highland Way, and we will be sure to pass on your comments to Elsie at Edencoille Guest House about her legendary breakfast! Our team were so pleased to read that you would highly recommend us, and please do let us know if we can ever tempt you back to the UK from Norway for another walking adventure. Scott Smyth





Smooth arrangements, diverse attractions, MUSIC & DANCE
Mostly Highlands and Islands which delivered in all categories. Great variety of lodging, including stays at manor houses. Our companions were New Yorker gourmets who were always impressed by the cuisine in Scotland.
Mostly Highlands and Islands which delivered in all categories. Great variety of lodging, including stays at manor houses. Our companions were New Yorker gourmets who were always impressed by the cuisine in Scotland.
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He customized our trip, communicating with us over months of advanced planning. He helped us reconcile multiple legs of car rentals with the vagaries of our schedule. We took 9 ferries, all of which were pre-arranged. He provided us with an activity menu for each of our stops. He picked personable lodging managers who apprised us of ongoing events, including the European Piping Championships in Forress. We had a few late arrival times which were flexibly managed by our hosts. When we wanted a down day, all our lodgings had inviting sitting rooms where we could interact with other guests. We could communicate with him readily, usually be email, but by cell phone too, when time was of the essence.
Thank you for your comments about your holiday, John. We really appreciate you taking the time to review your trip and were delighted to hear that you enjoyed the itinerary and accommodation that we selected for you. Scotland certainly has some wonderful cuisine, and with this being the Year of Food and Drink it was the perfect time for some New York Gourmets to visit! If we can ever entice you back please don't hesitate to contact us again. Andy Gabe