TEP deserves more than 5 stars for the amazing start to finish service we experienced on our 7 day…read moreadventure to Peru to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. From the time we signed up, to the time we boarded the plane to return home, TEP took care of every detail. We commented amongst ourselves that we felt like kids on vacation with our parents, as we didn't have to worry about any of the details - just show up and follow Neptali (our guide). From airport pickup in Cusco in luxury Mercedes vans where we were promptly served Coca tea to help with the altitude acclimation, to group dinners at amazing Peruvian restaurants, to historical tours and education on the history of the Inca - everything was covered and taken care of for us. And that was all before the amazing trek along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu! Of course the trek itself was the highlight of the trip, and although it was extremely challenging for us, TEP's unbelievable attention to detail did not fail us on the trail. With nearly a 2:1 porter to trekker ration, our every need was met on the trail. We dined like kings every meal, and were consistently amazed with the quality (and nutritional appropriateness) of the food our chef and sous chef were able to put out with minimal kitchen conveniences. The thing I felt was most special about TEP's approach to this trip was the focus on gaining a cultural and historical appreciation for what we were experiencing. Every step along the way, we learned about the native people of Peru, the Inca civilization, the many ruins we came across, the vegetation we saw and how it was and is used, and the history of modern Peru. It was the trip of a lifetime, and have the help of The Explorer's Passage made it so much more enjoyable, and so much more memorable. The value of what they provide is amazing for the cost....rather, for the investment. I highly recommend them!

What a fabulous tour! I did the "Washington in NYC" tour in June 2017 and it was such a wonderful…read moreexperience! So much fascinating historical information that I can't wait to share with all my friends now; such a great group of fellow explorers; and all so perfectly run - well planned, perfectly on time, with a great variety of sights and insights for all types of travelers. I recommend this tour highly - and will be on the lookout for future adventures from The Explorer's Passage! :)

I just came back from an Antigua group trip in the caribbean that was planned with JB Luxury…read moreEscapes and I had the most wonderful experience ever, From the hotel to the flight just magnificent...I had such a great experience . Thank you JB Luxury Escapes Jane

Joan is the best!!! Extremely knowledgeable and the best resource for booking your honeymoon,…read morecruise or tour! Located in Ridge Hill on Rebel Street right next to the sleep number store and diagonally across from Texas de Brazil and the Container Store. Joan also offers great packages for non-profit groups, go see the world and raise money for your organization at the same time! Joan also offers travel insurance as well! Go see Joan it will definitely be worth the trip!

Dan Saperstein at Hippo Creek Safaris designed a custom safari for four of us that was a dream come…read moretrue. Every detail - large and small - was taken care of. Basically, all we had to do was show up. Even at the airports we were met and guided past the long lines and helped through all of the immigration, customs, security and other steps. All communication leading up to our trip, mostly me asking questions, was always answered promptly and during the trip we were pampered and cared for every step of the way. Each of the luxury camps and lodges we stayed at were wonderful - comfortable with very friendly and helpful staff. Our private guide through Tanzania, Vianney, was terrific. He was a walking encyclopedia of the wildlife and flora of region. He also knew where to take us to see the magnificant animals - very often places where we were the only ones there. Each day's game drive was amazing. We saw all of the cats: Lions, Leopards and Cheetahs. Plus elephants, zebras, giraffes, a very rare black rhino and too many more to list. We also had a front-row seat to the great migration. When planning a major vacation, I like to make sure that all of the details - large and small - are taken care of so that there are no issues or unpleasant surprises while traveling. Because of that I probably peppered Dan Saperstein with more questions than the average traveler. Dan was always responsive and helpful. The result was that the only surprises we had were great ones. Like him noticing, from our passport information, that one of us had a birthday while at a safari camp. We were surprised that evening at dinner with the staff singing a traditional Swahili birthday song and the kitchen prepared a cake. Just wonderful. When we left for Africa, all of us felt that we were prepared for the trip: Had the right clothes, protective medications and gear, photo equipment, etc. for the trip. We knew what to expect. Even so, we were very pleasantly surprised by how wonderful it was. I can recommend Hippo Creek Safaris without hesitation. If our trip was an indicator, you will be very happy.

My friend and I recently worked with Nina and Dan at Hippo Creek Safaris to book our trip to East…read moreAfrica (Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda). We found the pre-trip communication to be excellent but feel that the service while we were on the trip was out of this world! We had a few hiccups with a lodge in Tanzania. I was pretty upset with the situation and emailed Nina. I believe that there was a 6 hour time difference between where I was at and where she was at in New Jersey. Even then, I received a return email back from Nina almost immediately. She contacted the managers at the lodge as well as the senior managers at And Beyond; within the hour, we received an apology from the lodge management and a gift for our troubles. As you can imagine, anything can go wrong when you are half way around the world. I took a lot of comfort in knowing that there was someone who could help in my time of need. I liked Nina and Dan so much that I booked a trip for 2015 to Southern Africa for my elderly parents. Nina even personally wrote the owners of a camp in Botswana to see if they could fit my parents in especially since the camp was "sold out". If you have never been on safari before, I highly recommend that you use Nina and Dan. I know that in the age of online bookings, you might be able to organize the trip yourself. However, the camps vary widely in quality and access to these camps are typically by small plane charters. Having someone who knows the best camps and the best time to go will save you a lot of money and heart ache in the long run. Please note that this is a once in a lifetime experience for most of us since the "average" 10 day luxury safari will cost approximately $15k per person (excluding international air fare).

Nella has been thorough, accommodating, patient and resourceful. I can't imagine anyone being…read moredissatisfied with her work or her attitude. We've made lots of changes to our itinerary, and she's rolled with them without any complaints. We never worked with a travel agent before, but she's saved us time and money, and made valuable suggestions for our travels. We look forward to working with her again.

attentive inventive and wonderfully good at the job. a close relationship for twenty five yearsread more

I've known Tania for over 15 years. I own Airbnb's, a restaurant, and a wine tour company for…read moreItaly and Mexico. Locally, I like to refer my guests and clients to Tania for Hudson Valley tours. Each time I have recommended her, the guests give me rave reviews and thank me for a great time. Tania knows all the Hudson Valley hot spots. Her "Take Me to the Vino" tour is great. It's much more than wine. It's food, entertainment, games, raffles etc... Don't hesitate to call The Little Wine Bus for a wine tour in the Hudson Valley.

What a clown show! Batshit crazy owner who thinks your whole experience is really about her…read more Impossible to deal with and completely unorganized. Read all the negative reviews!!! They all share common themes. You can do this yourself - she adds nothing to your day except anxiety. Hire a car service or take ubers - I promise you that you will be treated better at the wineries if they don't know you are at all affiliated with this company!

Alison made our first trip traveling abroad beyond easy and something we will cherish and keep with…read moreus for a lifetime. Her communication and organization were above and beyond. She provided us with trusted recommendations that panned out to be amazing. Would definitely return in the future

I booked a last-minute trip to Disney World just two weeks before departure, and Melissa handled…read moreeverything with exceptional efficiency. She quickly secured my reservations and arranged all of my dining accommodations. I also purchased Lightning Lane passes for all three parks, and she managed every ride selection seamlessly. Melissa truly made the entire experience effortless--like having my own real-life Tinker Bell making everything come together. I trust her completely with my travel planning, and she is already in the process of arranging my upcoming cruise vacation. She is, without question, an outstanding travel agent.

Melissa was amazing from start to finish! She planned a family vacation for me with over 60 people…read moreand 25 rooms seamlessly. Her communication was top notch, always readily available. Looking out for best rates and options for us. Couldn't be happier, was the best booking experience I've ever had. Highly recommend! Will be using her again!!

STC Tours Christmas party was beautifully done. Had a wonderful time,music,decor and food was on…read morepoint. Job well done St.Clair and Beverley, looking forward to next year's party and of course upcoming 2020 trips

Columbus Day Weekend Trip I took a 3 day trip with STC Tours…read morethis weekend to PA. Overall, the trip was just ok. Pros Clean,comfortable bus great dinner party with seafood warm daddy jazz brunch clean hotel rooms, nothing fancy but clean Cons We went to two shopping outlets on a 3 day trip!!! Absolutely ridiculous The winery visit was a waste of time and could have easily been done on day 1 or day 2 of the trip. The tour of Philadelphia was rushed. Sands Casino Overall, this trip should have been a 2 day trip because there weren't enough activities to warrant 3 days. Recommendation: Skip this trip, take one of their other trips. .