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Ffestiniog Travel Traveller Reviews

Reviews of Ffestiniog Travel










Luxembourg, Strasbourg & Paris by Train
Unescorted independent train holiday to Europe, using three and four star hotels selected by me and first class travel.
Unescorted independent train holiday to Europe, using three and four star hotels selected by me and first class travel.
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Very friendly and approachable staff on the telephone. Prompt responses to emails.





TURKEY by train as far as possible
The schedule we planned together worked out most of the time. The main problems were a strike on Italian railways which we found a way round and the through sleeper from Istanbul to Bucharest was not due to start until June 12th. This meant we had to use 4 separate trains and hope they all connected up-tricky but apart from one tight connection they worked. Noticeable was the much reduced punctuality of European main line trains compared with ...
The schedule we planned together worked out most of the time. The main problems were a strike on Italian railways which we found a way round and the through sleeper from Istanbul to Bucharest was not due to start until June 12th. This meant we had to use 4 separate trains and hope they all connected up-tricky but apart from one tight connection they worked. Noticeable was the much reduced punctuality of European main line trains compared with previous journeys. This caused much anxiety at Bologna for a lot of people. On the other hand possible snags such as use of buses was not a problem.
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Ffestiniog was very helpful and presented us with a workable version of what we asked for, which was quite complicated, yet all the rail reservations worked out. We were impressed with the hotels. All of them were a good standard with the Anatolia in Thessaloniki our favourite for facilities and amenities. The Regie Ottoman in Istanbul was good but a disappointment was the restaurant is only open for dinner from Thursday to Sunday and only serves 5 or 7 course meals! However because of this we discovered the wonderful Orient one at Sirkeci station where Agatha Cristie had dined.





Wonderful
Fascinating mix of history and wildlife, plus trains!
Fascinating mix of history and wildlife, plus trains!
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Excellent prep and excellent group guide.





Accompanied tour
A visit to the Harz Region by rail with local travel tickets provided allowing flexibility at key times.
A visit to the Harz Region by rail with local travel tickets provided allowing flexibility at key times.
Rating for tour operator:




Ffestiniog Travel made all the arrangements and provided good information on all aspects of the holiday.





Rhatischebahn Explorer
Rail-based trip around the Rhatischebahn system of Switzerland.
Rail-based trip around the Rhatischebahn system of Switzerland.
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Small company which advertises in The Railway Magazine and appeals to those with an interest in railways, though not to 'obsessives'. Small groups are a feature.





the holiday of a lifetime realised
train holiday from home to Switzerland and back, to go on Bernina Express and Glacier Express. Everything we had hoped for and more.
train holiday from home to Switzerland and back, to go on Bernina Express and Glacier Express. Everything we had hoped for and more.
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very helpful making tailor-made arrangements, brilliant information and communication





new experiences with friendly companions and good leadership
Rail-based holiday in the Swiss alpine areas
Rail-based holiday in the Swiss alpine areas
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Ffestiniog Travel, a specialist in rail-based holidays





Norway
Trains and ferries.
Trains and ferries.
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Excellent.





German rail
Apart from the fact that German rail services are in total chaos and caused quite a bit of disruption to my holiday the rest of it was fine.
Apart from the fact that German rail services are in total chaos and caused quite a bit of disruption to my holiday the rest of it was fine.
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Ffestiniog travel were very impressive in their arrangements , they were friendly and efficient.





Wonderful holiday
Holiday in Nice by rail from London with overnight stays in Paris
Holiday in Nice by rail from London with overnight stays in Paris
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Excellent customer service with a named advisor who was available to contact by phone. She was extremely knowledgable about European rail travel and answered all my queries about the hotels and travel arrangements