It's really hard to find a nice room in Alexandria, LA. Or even a room with a bed in it that isn't…read more30+ years old. This is the third establishment we have tried in the Cenla area and you know the saying "third time is the charm"? Well charming is definitely the best way to describe these little cottages! There was only the Carriage house available for our stay so we chose the Sweetheart room over the Magnolia room, mainly because the jacuzzi tub looked bigger. The rooms are very clean. You would think one lady and her son/grandson wouldn't be able to keep rooms so clean, but she does it. Also, the room is stocked with just about anything food-wise that you could want for breakfast - juices, milk, cereal, grits, oatmeal, coffee, and each day there is pastry set out for the next morning. A couple of mornings it was danishes, but on our last day it was some great blueberry scones. And if something I have listed isn't there? Call them and if they have any in-stock they will bring it to you. Behind the cottages is a cypress-lined bayou where you will see ducks, turtles, and even the occasional nutria. In fact, it looks like some nutria might have a little enclave under one of the large cypress trees along the bayou. The neighboring property has goats on it and my husband liked feeding them leaves from the pecan trees nearby. Now, if you want a traditional bed and breakfast experience? Then DO NOT book through the website bedandbreakfast.com. If you book through this website you will get a cheaper price, but you will only get the stock of breakfast items listed above. If you want the big breakfast, then call the number on her website and book directly through her. It will cost a bit more, but you will get a large country breakfast. The only caveat is that this large breakfast isn't served until 9 a.m., so if you are an early riser (like me) you might rather going out to eat or just having what is in the room.

I was disappointed, thoroughly! The website touted a king sized bed and Wi-Fi connection. The bed…read morewas a queen and no internet at all. Air conditioner can't keep up in the summer, so it's hot inside all the time. Using bubbles in the bathtub incurs an additional $200 dollar cleaning fee. There is no bathroom door, so you shower and use the toilet in what is basically the bedroom/kitchen. The tv is a 15" set that is barely visible from any seating area. The ceiling fan (which is a God-send) wobbles horribly and looks as if it's about to come crashing down on the bed at any moment. There's no detergent to do laundry in the advertised washer/dryer. Forget about cooking your own meals. It's clean and quiet. The views are really great, but you can stay in a much more comfortable room for half the price and spend the rest on a massage or spa day!

I'm in the middle of planning a trip to Ireland. I didn't know where to start and was starting to…read morefeel confused. I went on Tripology and from there Annie emailed me. I personally can't recommend Freedom Tours enough. Keith has been extremely helpful so far. The itinerary he has planned is great. Annie and her staff are both professional & personable.

We found Freedom Tours when we went on Tripology to solicit ideas for a family trip to Italy (Rome,…read moreFlorence). Annie responded and won our business. The great: Annie came up with an imaginative itinerary which included renting apartments in Florence (the center) and Trastevere region of Rome (20 min walk to 'historic' Rome). We included 1/2 day tours of Rome (the classic sites), full day Pompeii/Vesuvius, 1/2 day Vatican Museums, 1/2 day Florence, and a "custom" day in Florence (which was supposed to be the 'Heather' Day.). Annie is world class. Also great: Each and every tour operator in Rome and Florence that Annie set us up with. Top class guides, all used the microphone/headset setup (so you can actually 'hear' the guide), extremely knowledgeable. Mostly mid size groups. Major kudos for this. Airport transfers were prompt. The mediocre: Jessie. Annie treated us like we were her most important client. Jessie - not so much. Jessie was/is responsive - no doubt - but didn't add value. The 'Heather' day Jessie came up with included a full day tasting olive oil and cheese. Hmmm...not what we had in mind. To her credit she came up an alternative idea (horse back ride plus wine tasting in morning, pizza/gelato making in evening) which exceeded our expectations. Surprise #1 (bad): We had to pay city tax in cash in both Rome and Florence on the spot when we checked into our apartment. Nothing from Annie or Jessie warning us about this. Good thing we did get some Euros at our layover in Toronto (NOTE: Don't do this! Get cash from ATMs in Rome). Surprise #2 (iffy): Our Rome apartment check in person (who was great) asked about our Train tickets. We showed him then he asked "no QR code?" Caused a panic wondering if we had the right tix. Well we were over in the Termini area the day before our train from Rome to Florence so we went there and asked. It turned out we had tickets using the Italo train so we were fine. Italo is the 'private' competitor to Trenitalia. Would've been nice to know this in advance. Surprise #3 (iffy): No follow-up just before or just after our trip. Don't use: For soccer tickets. If you want to go to a Serie A game contact the club directly. The club inevitably has someone that speaks English that can help and will save you lots of money (unless of course the game is sold out). They do 'bundle' the cost, so I can't compare the a la carte cost to what they charged us. Even with the aforementioned hiccups we honestly had an awesome and memorable trip. If you plan on going to Italy, check out Freedom Tours.

Great service and polite. These ladies came in a crunch when uber didn't help. Definitely will…read morecall on Easy Rider when in town again.

They are an amazing company. The prices are fair and they are on time and very professional with…read moreeach ride. I needed a Lyft from Brunkie back to Alexandria, and they were there bright and early to pick me up! No complaints, will be utilizing them again.

Arrived after tour time, but was offered a personal tour instead of waiting for next tour time…read more Friendly staff. Great tour

We really enjoyed this tour. It was incredibly educational…read more The guides were very informative and personable. The education timely!

Was in the area for business and I happened upon the best damn car service in Central LA and I…read moredon't mean "that" south central LA ;) Efficient, prompt, and professional drivers with well appointed vehicles. They even returned my "yeti" thermos which I left in the car and happily drove it back to me at my hotel. You can also call ahead to schedule pick ups if needed. I actually availed of their services several times during my stay. Kudos to Fleurons and the much needed service provided in the area especially when "those" other ride share companies are limited and unreliable.

On busy Memorial Day, I called with only seven hours before the ride was needed to take re-routed &…read moredelay-weary travelers from the Alexandria airport to their home in Shreveport. The professionalism and amazing service from Fleurons left me so impressed! Thank you for taking such good care of my family!

The building and location are much more than expected, the rate rate was fire 4X. The GAEDA bar and…read moreMi Fuego Papi restaurant on the premises were so hotttttt.

everything in the city was booked that weekend, there were many events going on in alexandria…read more there were two roaches running under the beds and i am terrified!, found a sock on the floor, trash under the dresser but it was in plain sight, floors were not vacuumed, and also there was a dead roach in the shower. the manager on duty said she could not refund me my money and i would have to speak to her boss. its been a week and a half, i still have not heard from the general manager and i have called up there every couple days.

Same look and feel as a room 3xs more expensive. Clean, and good breakfast.read more