Such a beautiful experience! We had an 8:30 reservation, and everything about the evening was…read moreperfect--the weather, the calm water, the music, the lighting, and the gorgeous homes along the route. The entire atmosphere made for such a relaxing and romantic date night. From the moment we arrived, the staff was welcoming. The lady at the front desk was very nice, and they had a nice selection of wine and water available, along with glasses and a bucket for us to take on the gondola. Our gondolier carried everything out for us and was dressed in traditional Italian gondolier attire, which, along with the decorated boat, really added to the experience. We had plenty of time out on the water, were able to take some beautiful pictures, and really just enjoyed talking and taking everything in. Our gondolier didn't talk very much, but honestly, we were talking to each other the entire time, so it was perfect for us. The music and overall vibe were just right. We both absolutely loved it and agreed that this was probably one of our favorite dates we've had over the past year. We would definitely do it again. Such a memorable night and easily five stars!

Very friendly, helpful staff. The cruise was relaxing and very enjoyable. This is a different…read moreexperience. We are happy to recommend The Gondola Company.

This was my first time visiting San Diego CA. My bestie was visiting her son's and new grandchild…read more The foodie in me decided to go with MM Tours. I chose San Diego Walking Food Tour and Ferry to Coranado Island in celebration of my bestie birthday it's a 3 hour tour. Maria was our tour guide, she took good care of us and she was so down to earth which made our tour experience awesome. Maria is very informative about San Diego and the surrounding Islands. We also had Carlesha from Atlanta on our tour. The first stop on our food tour was The Fish Market. We had two appetizers ginger lime shrimp over a sweet and spicy cabage and we had spinach, crab meat dip. We enjoyed our margaritas. We took our first ferry over to Coronado Island. You will fall in love with Coranado Island. We dined at Spiros Mediterranean Cuisine we had grill salmon over Greek salad with buttery soft pita bread and rice. We also had a new appetizer from their menu shaved lamb on pita bread it was so flavorful and very filling. We took the ferry from Coranado Island back to Seaport Village. This was the walking part of our tour. The third restaurant was Crack Taco Shop I ordered the pork al pastor taco. It was an explosion in my mouth. It's as close to crack I will get. The last stop on our food tour was dessert of course at Seaport Fudge Factory. I tried their Vegan soft serve peach. It was the most refreshing dessert especially if your lactose tolerant and it comes in many flavors. The two young ladies were Autumn and Lauren. They were helpful with us deciding on our dessert. I'm warning you don't eat before this tour. Seaport Village has several good restaurants don't forget to check out Miss and Match Boutique. I can't wait to visit San Diego CA again. If your traveling to San Diego CA and you want a great tour guide Maria with MM Tours. The cost for this tour $125.00 which included all your food but you are responsible for any alchol purchases. To all my Yelpers let's continue to eat our way through the world #foodie4life.

WOW !!! Was in San Diego for a conference with my team and…read morewe stayed an extra day to enjoy the beautiful city . We decided to take a walking food tour and it definitely did not disappoint ! Delicious food , gorgeous weather and the tour guide was fantastic . We even got to ride the ferry to Coronado Island ! This was a great experience and I highly recommend MM Tours!

Not at all what I was expecting. To be fair, I didn't know what to expect and the fear of the…read moreunknown was a bit more than expected. James, gave a brief description on how to operate the Segway and asked for a volunteer...luckily a brave teenager stepped up to the plate and within a minute he was riding around on his own. I felt the fear slowly subside as one by one the others in the group stepped on their Segways and were riding around. It was my turn to step on...I thought my heart was going to beat right out of my chest as the adrenaline was pumping through my system. James was very reassuring and said he wouldn't let go until I was ready. To my surprise, it was very stable, super easy to maneuver and within minutes the entire group (including myself) were pros and we were on our way. The tour was great, lots of information and yes a healthy dose of lame jokes (reminds me of the jungle cruise at Disneyland...I wouldn't change a thing). I'm definitely booking the La Jolla tour next. Totally worth trying and you might even conquer a fear you didn't realize you had.

My company recently decided on taking a Segway tour for a team building exercise and I was in…read morecharge of finding a company in San Diego. I found We Love Tourists on Yelp and am so glad I chose to do the Segway tour with them! We had a blast! It was a lot more fun than we expected. We knew we'd look like dorks with helmets on and doing a tour, but really, it was a ton of fun trying to go as fast as we could on the Segways, learning about the city, and even interacting with passersby. We took the San Diego City Loop tour which covers about 12 miles in 2 hours. The tour starts downtown and we made our way up to Balboa Park through Little Italy to the Harbor and back into downtown. After about an hour, we took a break, which was much needed. Even though we're just standing on a Segway the whole time, they are constantly in motion, so you have to make sure that your weight is centered if you don't want to move forward or backward. Our feet hurt the most after the tour, so make sure to wear very comfy shoes with support (tennis shoes). It didn't take long to get used to being on a Segway; after our tour as we were walking to the car, we commented on how much it sucks to walk now compared to being on a Segway! Our tour guide, Bridgette, was awesome. She was very friendly, personable, knowledgeable, and easy going. Bridgette did a great job in teaching us and we all caught on to how to operate the Segway very quickly. She gave us some tips and even encouraged us to go as fast as we wanted (where it was safe). We did stop at some spots and she gave us info on the buildings and the city. Being a native San Diegan, I actually learned some new things! Since we were focused on team building, I think it was just the right amount of information and allowed us to really move and have fun on the Segways. She didn't have any problems with taking photos for us and also gave us some great happy hour spots to go to after our tour. I would definitely recommend taking a tour with Bridgette! Booking the tour was very easy as well. I sent a text message (as their website suggests) and I got a text response very quickly. We corresponded via text initially, which is what I preferred, so it worked out great for me. I then spoke with Chris, tour booking manager, the week of our tour to confirm everything and received an email confirmation with the details. I got an awesome deal for our tour, just check their website for current deals or ask. I think if I ever do a tour of any city, going by Segway is the way to go! I would definitely recommend We Love Tourists for their Segway tours. You'll have a lot of fun!

I had such a fantastic time on Isabella's tour of the San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, downtown…read moresightseeings, and the embarcadero village! She guided us through the different district's highlights with incredible energy, charm, and passion for her city. Every step of the way, she kept us hooked with fun facts and unique details that brought the history and culture of the area to life. From the splurgy origin of the term "sugar daddy" to the hidden party basements under pubs (once used for disco clubbing and even underground food truck pop-ups), Isabella made sure the tour was full of surprises. I loved learning about the Emerald Building and its jewel connection, the Horton Hotel's Austrian-inspired design, and the San Diego Convention Center's architecture inspired by a wave breaking over a cruise ship. Her storytelling was so engaging that the city felt like a living, breathing character itself. Isabella's enthusiasm is contagious, and she truly makes you fall in love with San Diego all over again. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the city (or even locals wanting to see it with new eyes). I can't wait to read her book when it's published, if it's anything like her tours, it'll be the "finest" book from the "finest" city!

Unprofessional, lack of communication. I signed up for the 10:30AM free walking tour in Spanish and…read morereceived a confirmation email on the day before the tour. I showed up at 222 Fifth St. location around 10:25AM and there was nobody from SD Free Walking Tours, nor any walking tour guests there. I did not receive any notification communications about any changes (email, SMS, or phone call). When I tried to contact info@sdfreewakkingtour.com, the email bounced. Calling their phone number goes to voicemail. Overall not a pleasant experience, maybe they are having a bad day? A bit more organization (eg: more specificity regarding the meeting point, some kind of hat or umbrella to help identify the tour operator) or communication regarding unexpected tour cancellation would result in a better customer experience. Sorry for the poor review, I may update it once I receive clarification and an explanation regarding what happened.

If you ever are looking for adult fun and some family fun. You must join and take advantage of the…read moregreat events that Freds Playland has for San Diegan's and visitors. It's always a party and I believe if it weren't for Fred I wouldn't do most of the things I've done. Paragliding, Dr. Phil Show, Vivica Fox show, Antonio's winery, Trips to mexico, Salt River trips to AZ, and considering kayaking this year. Thank you Fred for all you do and put up with you're most definitely the real MVP that I know and very much appreciated.

Never a dull moment with Fred's Playland! I've gone on talk show tapings for Dr. Phil and Jennifer…read moreHudson, a Lobster Run to Mexico, Taste of Soul in LA and Kayaking Mission Bay. I had so much fun making new friends with people from all walks of life. Fred makes everyone feel welcome, comfortable and safe. If you are an adventurous single person (or couple) looking to socialize and make new friends, check out Fred's Playland for an upcoming event and sign up. You won't regret it.

First time doing a bar tour like this and it definitely didn't disappoint! Absolutely loved every…read moreminute of it:) Kurt was our driver and was so hospitable and made sure we had a great time. Best part I got to play my own music and we didn't have to peddle ourselves like those other tours lol Can't wait to book again for another Sunday Funday weekend!

I booked a Tuk Tuk for a bachelorette party and we had an amazing time, especially the bride! Jason…read morepicked us up from our hotel in SD's Gaslamp Quarter. We didn't have any specific places in mind- just that we wanted to go to Little Italy. Jason recommended Cloak and Petal followed by Nolita Hall which were terrific choices. He was so patient with us and we appreciated his guidance and check-ins!

STRESS-FREE I have been using DayTripper Tours around 15…read moreyears for day trips from San Diego. (I have not been on any of their multi-day trips, although my mom has and has enjoyed them). They are an ideal stress-free way to see certain sights that you wouldn't necessarily see under your own steam. Trips I've participated in include visits to the Disney Concert Hall, Jeopardy live taping, America's Got Talent audition taping, Hollywood Bowl concert, Nasa's JPL, the Pasadena Rose Parade, John Wayne yacht tour and Camp Pendleton tour and museum. WELL ORGANIZED AND PROFESSIONAL Day Tripper Tours are always well organized with informative, friendly guides and professional bus drivers and clean, modern buses with foot rests. COMFORT STOPS They always incorporate a roughly 20-30 minute 'comfort' stop for the restroom and fast food options on the way there and back. There's a toilet on board the bus, but they really prefer you to use the restroom at the stops. They always hand out snacks and water on board. As with most tours, you're under their schedule, so sometimes things are slightly rushed, in other words, you don't get to linger on your own time. Pick-ups usually run on time, but sometimes traffic can delay things, which is out of their control. PICK-UP LOCATIONS We have used the pick-up locations in Rancho Bernardo, Carlsbad and La Jolla. I wish they picked-up at Rancho Bernardo more often as that's the most convenient for me. Most patrons are seniors, but I've been using them since my early 40s. It's fun to chat with your bus companions, especially if you're joining the tour solo. I have taken less tours in recent years as their prices have gone up to typically around the $150 mark, but when I do take them, I enjoy them. If you get their e-mails, watch for discounts when they're trying to fill a tour. Tips to the guide and driver are also suggested and envelopes are provided. You can either browse their printed catalog by mail or take a look at their tours on-line. One thing to note is there are no refunds if you cancel due to illness, etc., although they do offer trip insurance, but I've never purchased it. If they happen to cancel the tour, you get a refund. They also offer gift certificates, which makes a nice gift for someone that enjoys their tours. I recommend Day Tripper Tours for fun days out, either solo or with a friend.

Update: since the Lake Arrowhead trip, I took one absolutely outstanding trip and today tried to…read moretake another, which did not work out...but I'm so blown away by the stellar customer service that I had to go ahead and update my review to the highest possible stars! I can't say enough good things about this company. In February, I took the MOST FUN trip to a taping of 3 shows for Wheel of Fortune = what a total BLAST! Soooo much fun from front to back; it was exhilarating (saw a MN guy win $90K in 2 hours!) Made me want to take ALL the game show trips! I signed up for the AGT auditions in Pasadena for 3/26 and was all set to go with hubby. We got an email maybe a week ago Friday that it all got cancelled, but we could switch to the other date for it, which was today. Bc of work situations, I could go, but hubby could not, so I replied such to the email, and it was all arranged WITHOUT ME EVEN HAVING TO CALL THE OFFICE, and the full refund for hubby was instantly given. So hassle free, wow! Today I left home 1.5 hrs before my bus pickup time...but due to traffic, GPS kept ADDING 5-minute chunks onto my trip, and by the Temecula traffic bog, I could see I'd be at least 25 min late = not acceptable! So I rang the 800# CXL line, since I had taken the $15 CXL fee option. I explained my situation to Corbett, who said he'd let the bus driver know, so they wouldn't have to wait, but he didn't know/wasn't sure about my cancellation refund. However, by the time I got home, the full refund was already processed and they sent an email, so again , I didn't even NEED to call the office: it was all just handled. Wow! Even though I was VERY VERY disappointed to miss this day I'd been dreaming about...I trust that I'll get another chance, when it's meant to be. In the meantime, I've got my eye on a few other trips, which I'll happily sign up for without a moment's hesitation. VERY impressive customer service!!! (Pics added are from the FEB Wheel of Fortune trip) I'm fully impressed with Day Tripper!!

Excellent job, Turiste Libre!…read more I especially liked Derrik's description of Tijuana as the "United Nations of Mexico." The diversity of the population in Tijuana was not something I was aware of until just a couple of years ago - in large part, thanks to his tour. Prior to that, when I visited Tijuana, I had feelings that were similar to the ones he described among his guests - the feeling of freedom - but I wasn't sure why I felt it, or what to make of it. After the tour with Turista Libre, my feelings about Tijuana evolved from "I feel so free there" to "I love that Tijuana is for everyone." It's exciting to be there and to think about the role that the city has played in the lives of so many who have sought better lives than the ones they left behind. At the same time, being there gives me a greater appreciation for the advantages and privileges I've had throughout my life as a citizen of the US.

Derrick was an amazing guide through my first trip to Tijuana in twenty years. His passion and…read morekindness for our sister city to the south made me want to visit again soon. We had a group of 19 for a beer and tacos tour. He came across the border to meet us and we walked back over as a group to his bus for our journey to begin. We got food and beer included in our tour that took us to the following places: Tacos ÁAron: Best Birria tacos I've ever eaten. Stewed beef, juicy and full of flavor with a nice kick! Kind service as well. Playami: Run by Border Psycho Brewing. Very kind and attentive staff that were willing to work with my malo Spanish. Great beer selection on tap and a cool indoor/outdoor area. There are also food and coffee options on site! Mexica Brewing: This small and charming brewery is owned and run by a pair of sisters that make great beer. Not far off Revolution Ave, it's worth the stop. Their honey porter is my favorite. Food options here too! Mamut Brewing: I had an amazing time chatting with one of the Brewers. All beers we tried were amazing. Their seasonal pumpkin was the best of that style I tried. Telefonica: Gastro food truck park. I had the best Pulpo (octopus) sandwich at Berracas Burger. It was not breaded and the taste was amazing. If you are nervous about visiting Tijuana, you have no reason to be with Derrick and Turista Libre. Their attention to detail and goal of really touring Mexico like a local was spot on. I will be booking this again for one of the many other adventures offered. For a great time, give this a try!