McKinlay Kidd Traveller Reviews

We went to Orkney and Shetland organised by McKinlay Kidd who did a great job. the hotels were very comfortable and the food of a high standard. The explorer pass which was included in the holiday price gave us access to all of the important historical sites and the trip to Papa Westray via the shortest scheduled flight in the world was amazing.

McKinlay Kidd were very helpful in planning our trip, suggesting changes to their published itinerary to suit our requirements. They kept us informed at all times as the holiday time approached. Their information pack which they sent to us was very complete and allowed us to plan which of the many sites we wanted to visit, in the short time we had on each island.

A self drive trip along the Wild Atlantic Way from Kinsale to Baltimore on the west of Ireland. Fabulous eclectic accommodation in beautiful locations. All the boutique Bed and Breakfasts were just lovely and all provided excellent breakfasts with amazing choices of food.

Very Professional and very helpful, we live in Greece and felt very comfortable that all the arrangements would be in place as promised. All documents couriered out to us.

We had a lovely week exploring the Outer Hebrides. We did a fly drive, which involved two flights, two ferries, and three hotels. All the arrangements made on our behalf worked perfectly, and the hotels were all excellent. One of our ferry times was changed at short notice by the ferry company, and I was very impressed that McKinlay Kidd notified both the hotel in which we were staying, the hotel we were due to go to, and emailed me personally. We had a great holiday, and I would certainly travel with this company again.

They were extremely helpful whenever I was in contact with them, and answered any concerns I had immediately. The travel pack which they sent to me containing etickets and an itinerary, was excellent. It contained lots of useful information on places to go, restaurants, useful tips, a tourist map, and an excellent book of walks. We found all of these extremely useful, and they added to the enjoyment of our holiday.

hotels good value for money food very good. golf varied but enjoyable this was our second holiday with McKinlay Kidd. and we will use them again

We traveled by car using Cal-Mac ferries organised by McKinlay Kidd.

I was keen to see what Orkney and Shetland were like and I feel I gained a very good impression of the islands in a short time. I wanted to go as far north as I could go and made it to about three miles from the most northerly point. I was also keen to experience the 'simmer dim' which thanks to good weather I did. My other main aim was to see the sea birds and at Sumburgh Head I saw more than I could have hoped for. The puffins were an absolute delight and the gannets were amazing. My hotels were comfortable and welcoming; the food delicious. The weather was OK too.

It was so good to have so many of the details arranged for me and everything ran smoothly. It was very useful to receive a full package of guidance some weeks before so that I could plan exactly what I wanted to do. The help of the company enabled me to undertake a journey I might other wise not have taken. I am grateful for the help given and would consider another holiday with the company in the future.

We travelled by train for 10 days from Edinburgh back to Glasgow, covering the highlands, and Isle of Skye. We took extra time on the Isle of Skye and in Edinburgh and I think I would have added more time in Glasgow. Trains were a great option for those who don't want to drive. We spent 3 days in Dublin, and a day trip to the Wicklow Mountains - beautiful. I would go back and discover Ireland more next time.

I had several issues on my trip and McKinley Kidd was there to assist me. We encountered an airline strike and they were on the phone 24/7 just making sure we was ok. They arranged to cancel my lodging for the night as we were not going to make it. We also had a rail strike in Scotland and they got us a taxi for alternate transportation. Made sure we were aware of this in plenty of time.

We flew to Edinburgh and spent the afternoon and night - trained it to Fort William via Glasgow - Jacobite Steam Train - to Malliaig. Ferry delayed McKinlay Kidd quick to arrange alternative. Car hired and drove around Skye. Accommodation arranged by McKinlay Kidd excellent - information and suggestions excellent. Dunvegan Castle and gardens plus seal boat most pleasant. Driving around Skye very relaxing and scenery wonderful. Another night in Edinburgh. People of Skye friendly and helpful. Would visit again if possible - this was a special for us.

Emails back and forth resulted in a perfect schedule, accommodation etc. McKinlay Kidd were friendly and efficient and patient :-)

At relatively short notice McKinlay Kidd organised a trouble free holiday with excellent maps and information. The hotels arranged for us were delightful and we thoroughly enjoyed exploring the numerous islands. Our hobby of bird watching was more than satisfied.

McKinlay Kidd responded promptly to e-mails and telephone calls fulfilling any requests that I made.

We had the pleasure recently of touring the Outer Hebrides for a week visiting Barra, South and North Uist, Lewis and Harris. Our time there was spent in wonderful accommodation that offered us great hospitality with taste tempting fresh food from the islands. From ur arrival in Barra by plane through to the differing landscapes we had a ball - thanks to McKinlay Kidd for the precise and thoughtful planning and great touring ideas A holiday we will forever remember

McKinlay Kidd were unknown to us prior to reading a website. Over the months prior to commencing our holiday they were great in meeting our needs and in offering a range of options that best suited our needs - if we are in the same neck of the woods again we will be sure to use their services

This involved staying in 5 hotels, 2 nights at each. We started on the southern-most island of Barra, and ended up on Lewis, before sailing to Skye for our last 2 nights. This was an excellent holiday to an area of Scotland we had not visited before.

McKinlay Kidd. Our second holiday with them.