McKinlay Kidd Traveller Reviews

Week touring the Outer Hebridese

McKinley Kidd made everything so easy and when technical issues with the ferry operatord meant were were stranded on Barra they wer on the case and sorted accommodation and onward travel immediatly, without us even asking , and it was Sunday

With the help of McKinlay Kidd, we explored the undiscovered West Coast of Ireland in the North, from Donegal to Sligo. Great views, lovely experiences, super hotels.

We've used them for four years now! Friendly knowledgeable agents, good organisation, good attention to detail.

Five day visit to Orkney visiting various archeological sites, flights, hotel, guided tours and car hire. Well organised from start to finish. Information and travel documents extensive

Efficient helpful and thorough with comprehensive travel documents and information. Every aspect of the trip under their control worked like clockwork. Every aspect more than exceeded our expectations. Unfortunately flights (not under McKinlay Kidds control) were delayed and airport staff and facilities left a lot to be desired.

We had a wonderful holiday in Ireland arranged by McKinlay Kidd. It was a wonderful 10 day experience which exceeded all of all expectations!

All travel and tour arrangements made for us by McKinlay Kidd made our holiday stress free. Any special request for changes in the itinerary were made without effort.

We visited Tiree and Mull in September partly to experience where some of my husband’s family had come from. In spite of the mixed weather we had an excellent holiday. We explored Tiree using a hire car, visiting some of its beautiful beaches, Hynish and its historic buildings and, in spite of its remoteness, eating good food, especially sea food. The weather was not so kind in Mull but an escorted wildlife tour, organised by McKinlay Kidd, enabled us to see the beauty of the island and some of the wildlife for which it is famous, from the comfort of a minibus. The accommodation in Tiree and Mull was very comfortable and the owners most welcoming and helpful. Our stay in Oban was brief but the hotel overlooking the harbour was both convenient for our early ferry and comfortable. We were lucky in that we had very calm crossings with Caledonian McBrayne and very much enjoyed the view from the decks. We enjoyed experiencing the calmer pace of life. All in all a good holiday.

I cannot speak too highly of McKinlay Kidd. All the arrangements by Caoimhe were excellent including booked train seats and excellent accommodation in Oban, Tiree and Mull. They were able to tailor the holiday to us ( no car) and the detailed itinerary and supporting documents were extremely helpful. Having to limit our luggage to what we could carry ourselves we were particularly impressed with the Vamoos app. We made good use of Robert’s Recommendations and it was useful to have detailed information always at our fingertips. For us the Mull wildlife tour was a highlight. While we were on Mull the weather wasn’t great and it was most comforting to receive a phone call from Caoimhe to see if we were OK. Fortunately our travel arrangements were not affected. I would highly recommend McKinlay Kidd and would definitely use them again.

My two adult sons and I worked with McKinley Kidd to arrange a custom trip to Skye, Lewis, Harris and Bernreray. We knew where we wanted to go and when and McKinley Kidd did the rest - accommodations, car, ferries and suggetions for dining, hiking, et al. The accommodations were unique and delightful.

MK arranged everything and provided detailed information, a customized mobile app, maps and suggestions. When a ferry was cacelled due to weather MK was on the phone to us with alternative arrangements.

A no car journey taking in Bath, Chester, Ullswater, Spean Bridge, Plockton, Inverness, Edinburgh and York in 14 days. Breathtaking scenery, beautiful places to stay and imaginative excursions with knowledgeable, specialist guides. We would go back in a shot. Assistance was available at the end of the phone any time but this was largely independent apart from the bookings including train tickets. We had a wonderful, memorable time.

A small niche provider who had excellent reviews from other travellers as well as the companies they deal with. The only glich due to the rail service was handled sensitively. We had never been to Scotland before and the knowledge of the Tour Operator made all the difference.

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We booked to drive a Tesla firstly to Skye for a few days and then on to the Cairngorms. The car rental company selected by McKinlay Kidd were brilliant and the hotels they chose for us were perfect. Their preholiday information and personal support was great.

We had to downsize our plans and they dealt with it very well, revising our plans and tailoring the holiday exactly to our needs. They obviously know the area, the hotels and their partners and have chosen them well.

somehow the rain and wind and mid september was the perfect time to be in the outer hebrides. WE loved it all , magnificent food, love the wild and lonely scenery ( had some great little walks )people all so friendly and welcoming , would have loved to be longer there. and finishing up at the Ceilidh place in gorgeous Ullapool just topped it all off. We had had the preceeding week in Edinburgh which we love anyway. !! and MK posted us an extra package of info there which was great .MK also booked the hotel we returned to there after our trip . and before we headed for our river boat trip in Europe ( 3 boats!! due to low river levels ) so glad for us and them that we got that rain in the Hebrides .Landing on the beach in Barra in the rain was fun !!!

McKinlay Kidd's choice of hotels , and b and b's and the tour app and all other info were all excellent . from the moment I found them on the internet the year before we went !!! The ferries were great and being not mid season were flexible and we were well advised by our hosts when to take the earlier ones which was great, Hire car delivery was no fuss , in the pouring rain !! and only 5 mins to the hotel on Barra.

A Highlands adventure with great attention to every detail, from lovely accommodations to tips on sights, restaurants and history of the region.

We were so pleased to arrange our trip with McKinlay Kidd. The responsiveness, attention to detail, and working with us to customize to fit our wishes on what to see and where to stay was outstanding!