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Classic Round Scotland by Train by Corinne, 29 Jul 2016
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The itinerary and choice of places to stay are excellent.

I am particularly impressed at the stay of 2 of the places. The cosy family run hotel (Old Pines) at Spean Bridge has great view and enticing organic cuisine. The homemade raspberry jam is simply a gastronomic treasure and compliment to the yummy scone upon your arrival.

I am particularly impressed at the stay of 2 of the places. The cosy family run hotel (Old Pines) at Spean Bridge has great view and enticing organic cuisine. The homemade raspberry jam is simply a gastronomic treasure and compliment to the yummy scone upon your arrival.

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The stay at Inverness at a previous residence of Scottish writer Neil Gunn has add a writer to my enjoyable reading experience. The reading of his highland novels has tensified my travel experience in the Scottish highlands. These are the area where local expertize such as McKinlay Kidd has their comparative advantage to other larger operator.

Orkney & Shetland Self-drive by Sanday Exile, 29 Jul 2016
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A fine historical and geographical experience

A very full and absorbing week

A very full and absorbing week

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Efficient friendly service with a good supply of constructive background information

Classic Round Scotland by Train by PhilipC, 28 Jul 2016
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Great holiday despite the weather

This was a rail tour of Scotland from Glasgow to Fort William, Isle of Skye, Inverness, Pitlochry & Edinburgh. My wife and I had a great time even though the weather was wet and windy, particularly when we were on Skye. The hotels were good and the arrangements worked well, even when Scotrail (the rail company) were on strike - the tour operator arranged replacement taxis.

This was a rail tour of Scotland from Glasgow to Fort William, Isle of Skye, Inverness, Pitlochry & Edinburgh. My wife and I had a great time even though the weather was wet and windy, particularly when we were on Skye. The hotels were good and the arrangements worked well, even when Scotrail (the rail company) were on strike - the tour operator arranged replacement taxis.

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Everything was arranged by email and we found the staff helpful and efficient. All the arrangements worked well and we would be very happy to use them again.

McKinlay Kidd by JJ Music, 27 Jul 2016
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Three Irish cities tour

Whistle stop tour of Ireland by train in a week.

Whistle stop tour of Ireland by train in a week.

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McKinlay Kidd did the bookings for the train travel, the hotels and pre-booked three tours, and sent a pack of goodies about three weeks before we travelled to suggest other things we might do on our free days. Interesting mix of chose-when-you-get-there and pre booked.

Mull Wildlife Experience by Mrs L L 16, 25 Jul 2016
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well planned

Very well designed and put together wildlife viewing break in Mull

Very well designed and put together wildlife viewing break in Mull

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I found McKinlay Kidd on the responsible travel website

McKinlay Kidd by TasWombat, 19 Jul 2016
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The easy way to do things

We travelled from Edinburgh via Thurso to the Orkneys and back to Inverness. Accommodation was great at all three places we stayed - Thurso, Kirkwall and Inverness and all travel went smoothly. We had a great package of information to help us enjoy our trip and a great day long guided tour that was personalised to include what we wanted to see on the Orkneys.

We travelled from Edinburgh via Thurso to the Orkneys and back to Inverness. Accommodation was great at all three places we stayed - Thurso, Kirkwall and Inverness and all travel went smoothly. We had a great package of information to help us enjoy our trip and a great day long guided tour that was personalised to include what we wanted to see on the Orkneys.

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McKinley Kidd, the tour operator, tailored the trip to our requirements and provided great information so we got the most out of the trip.. The accommodation chosen was excellent with our hosts at each destination providing valuable local knowledge and great food.

McKinlay Kidd by P&D, 19 Jul 2016
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Peace, tranquility and adventure in wonderful Scotland

Holiday to four Scottish islands - Islay, Mull, Iona and Colonsey. Travelling by car and using the prebooked ferries. Weather was poor but everything else was great. Lots of beautiful [empty] beaches, opportunities for long walks and good coffee shops. People were unfailingly friendly and helpful. Loads of very high quality, unique and reasonably priced crafts.

Holiday to four Scottish islands - Islay, Mull, Iona and Colonsey. Travelling by car and using the prebooked ferries. Weather was poor but everything else was great. Lots of beautiful [empty] beaches, opportunities for long walks and good coffee shops. People were unfailingly friendly and helpful. Loads of very high quality, unique and reasonably priced crafts.

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Mackinley Kidd has one aim - that you have a great holiday with no hassle built around your individual requirements. Our Mackinley Kidd representative, Hamish, was outstanding, responding speedily and with good humour to our indecisiveness by making suggestions that led to a wonderful holiday. Planning and booking through Mackinley Kidd led to a much more interesting holiday than if we had carried out the bookings ourselves. Ferry and hotel bookings were seamless and we could be confident that the accommodation would be of a good standard.

Orkney & Shetland Self-drive by Harry O, 19 Jul 2016
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A Visit To Remember

A thoroughly enjoyable & very interesting experience. Well organised from start to finish & information given for suggested visits was most useful & added to the overall experience

A thoroughly enjoyable & very interesting experience. Well organised from start to finish & information given for suggested visits was most useful & added to the overall experience

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Extremely helpful,supportive, & well organised throughout. We would certainly use McKinlay Kidd again

McKinlay Kidd by IanC, 18 Jul 2016
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Southern Ireland Gourmet Tour

First class hotels with gourmet food and included excursions with the emphasis on food starting in Galway and ending near Waterford following a large part of the Wild Atlantic Way. We had a great time and were very happy with the itinerary arranged by McKinley Kidd.

First class hotels with gourmet food and included excursions with the emphasis on food starting in Galway and ending near Waterford following a large part of the Wild Atlantic Way. We had a great time and were very happy with the itinerary arranged by McKinley Kidd.

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Excellent personal service and great documentation pack. Looking forward to booking them with them again.

Classic Round Scotland by Train by NG, 16 Jul 2016
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Wonderful experience traveling through Scotland by train!

McKinlay and Kidd scheduled and planned a detailed itinerary for us throughout the Highlands of Scotland. We had specific locations we wanted to visit and wanted to travel exclusively by train. They met our wishes well and added their own recommendations that were very greatly appreciated. All transportation, drivers, taxi's, hotels, train tickets, etc that were promised were delivered. Very dependable and professional. Thank you!

McKinlay and Kidd scheduled and planned a detailed itinerary for us throughout the Highlands of Scotland. We had specific locations we wanted to visit and wanted to travel exclusively by train. They met our wishes well and added their own recommendations that were very greatly appreciated. All transportation, drivers, taxi's, hotels, train tickets, etc that were promised were delivered. Very dependable and professional. Thank you!

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Robert was extremely helpful!