Knowmad gets my highest recommendation from our initial phone conversation to having a Knowmad…read morespecialist see us off at the airport for our return trip home. We spent an unforgettable 10 days hiking the (express!) Inca trail to Machu Picchu and visiting Lima, The Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes and Cusco. I could write 10 pages about how much we loved traveling with Knowmad so I'll try to stick to the highlights. My husband and I usually handle all of our own travel planning, but when we came across Knowmad while researching how to visit Machu Picchu we realized we would probably get a lot more out of a trip to Peru traveling with specialists from the country. This was 1000% true and working with Knowmad made planning our trip so easy and fun. Our travel specialists Renee and Shannon found a way for us to do everything we wanted to do (and so much more!) while staying within our budget. They were remarkably thorough with answering my countless questions and we could not have been more prepared for our visit, with very minimal effort on our end. Once we met up with our Knowmad guide, Fernando, in Cusco every day of our trip was amazing and we learned so much about the Inca culture and the Andes while having a ton of fun and going at our own pace. By the time we made it to Machu Picchu it was so much more meaningful because we had an understanding of what makes it such a special and mystical site. The Inca trail was absolutely breathtaking (and I'm not talking about the altitude ) and we couldn't have done it without Fernando as our fearless guide. He looked out for us every step of the way and made us feel like family throughout our time with him. Our trip wouldn't have been nearly so memorable without him. Another highlight was our e-bike ride through the Sacred Valley with our awesome guide Kirvi, who was so kind and on top of making sure we were safe and even getting some awesome photos and videos along the way. Our driver Abraham made us feel so welcome and kept us moving along and safe throughout our trip. The restaurants and hotels Knowmad arranged for us were excellent, and our picnic in the Sacred Valley and Pachamanca experience were unbelievable. Thank you Knowmad for making our trip such an incredible experience we will never forget!

Knowmad planned our trip to Argentina in March. They listened to what we wanted and then arranged…read morea flawless trip. They were also very responsive whenever I had questions. I highly recommend them if you wish to have a special excursion to a South American country.

We reserved a Christmas lights limo tour for December 20, 2025. We paid $639.99. The driver picked…read moreus up as planned, but the vehicle had electrical problems. There was no heat, no way to talk to the driver, no radio/audio. The windows were frosted over so you couldn't see outside. We called the driver on our cell phone. He pulled over on Highway 10 to speak to us. He got out of the cab and came back to talk with us - on the side of a highway. This was an unsafe situation. He told us he had to manually press a button in the cab for the electrical to work. He said it was getting difficult to hold button and we later found out the button was behind him, at an awkward angle. This also seemed to be unsafe. We drove to their garage where they attempted to fix the problem. They were unable to resolve the problem so they returned us home with the promise of a refund since we did not get our Christmas lights tour. I have contacted Matt by phone three times with promises of a refund, but there has been no follow-through on their end. I filed a complaint with the BBB and they also did not receive any response from Matt after their two attempts. Unsafe and poor customer service. It's not too late to make this right, Matt.

Ive booked with matt 2 times for 8 pass. Strech limos one with red carpet one without and this will…read morebe my 3rd i need a limo for the lil wayne concert as i will be picking up my niece and nephew. every time has been amazing and i know this time will be as well every driver has been respectful and worthy of a stellar review every time i call i always get an answer and even when i have plans to book limos and dont follow thru matt has always been very respectful ive never used any other limo service beside 1st class

Great experience today with Captain Aaron and his son Mississippi... I mean, River. LOL…read more Aaron was friendly, had tons of information and was great with everyone on board, from 8 to 80. He shared all sorts of great information and even let my niece drive the boat for a few minutes. She LOVED that so much. Great value for your dollar as well. Definitely check out Captain Aaron and you might just end up with a fun selfie on your phone too.

Fantastic experience. Lots of interesting information and fun. Boat is comfortable and snacks and…read moredrinks for sale.

This is the perfect activity for your time in Taylor's Falls! We rented kayaks for the trip to…read moreOsceola on a Friday, so it was $36 for a single Kayak. Kayaks are your normal sea kayaks where you sit on top, nothing too special. Appreciated that there was a shuttle to take us back to where we parked! The day we went was WINDY, and we were going against it the whole time. Be prepared to paddle for about 3 hours if this is the case. We stopped for one 15 minute break, and did this in almost exactly 3 hours. Easy for non-experienced kayakers, but rough when the wind is blowing against you.

Such a great activity when in Taylors Falls! We had a group of 6 with some experienced kayakers and…read moresome beginners and all were able to have a great time. The 7-mile trip to Osceola took us about 3 hours with some pretty strong winds blowing against us the entire trip and a 15 minute stop at the halfway mark. Be sure to pack plenty of water and sunscreen, and a waterproof phone bag if you want to take some pictures! The rental was affordable and the shuttle back to the starting point was nice, especially with how tired we were after the trip!

We stopped in at Bunnycup Winery for wine tasting while visiting friends in WI…read more This cute winery is set up with a tasting room, outdoor patio with a stage and event space on the property. When we arrived we headed straight to the tasting room. The staff were friendly and attentive. We decided on flights and they were served in proper tasting glasses on a board with oyster crackers. We headed out to the patio where there were several tables set up to enjoy the outdoor space. It was crowded! The yard had tents and trucks set up with activities and games for the kids as well as items for sale from different vendors. The reds were actually pretty good. I didn't know what to expect from grapes grown in WI but we had a good experience. We enjoyed music from the band and hung out in a nice relaxing atmosphere. We were checked on by the staff several times and were never left waiting for service. We enjoyed our time at Bunnycup Winery and will visit again.

Bunny Cup Winery: Where the Wine Is Legit and the Vibe Doesn't Suck…read more Looking for your next destination or the perfect pit stop before bolting from the Twin Cities? Look no further--Bunny Cup Winery is your move. Just 20 minutes from Taylors Falls, MN (or St. Croix Falls, WI if you swing that way), Bunny Cup sits in the heart of Wisconsin cabin country--Luck, WI, right by Balsam Lake. Owned and operated by a down-to-earth couple from Woodbury, MN, this place is pouring up small-batch wines that are bold, fun, and not trying to be Napa. And thank God for that. You won't find any of that overpriced "barely flavored vinegar water" here--nope. Just real-deal, full-flavor wines that you'll actually want to drink again. Their motto? "Seriously Unfussy." Their energy? Spot on. Bring the kids. Bring your dog. Bring your weird uncle. No one's judging. Add in food trucks like Drool-Worthy Creations (yes, that's us) and live music from local legends, and you've got the kind of afternoon that makes summer feel like it used to. New destination? Maybe. Unexpected tradition in the making? Absolutely. Make the drive. Make a memory. See you this weekend.

Had a really nice time on the Sundown Tour. Pups are warmly welcomed and other passengers got to…read moregive them some love. The chairs are not secured so we took two out to the bow and enjoyed a front row seat while the beagles got their snouts full of good sniffin. The whole main deck is carpeted because there is no splashing from the river and this was perfect for my prissy puppies. Drinks were like one finger but I'm Not a lush and cranberry juice is good for us right?

The pricing was fair, the staff was friendly, the boat was clean, the scenery was beautiful. Prices…read moreat the snack bar were reasonable. The scenery was BEAUTIFUL. Highly recommended and its a nice thing to do with visitors from out of the area. We'll certainly do this again in the future.

What a beautiful clean and well done little travelers haven! My road weary companions and I were…read moremet with a smile and great hospitality. Not just hospitality, but genuine kindness. We were thankful for the warm welcome and the clean and cozy beds. The new white subway tile and plank flooring in the bathrooms was modern, no fuss, clean and perfect. Not your moldy mediocre Motel 6. No old crusty carpet, no peeling wallpaper. Fresh paint, all the necessities for a comfortable hot shower and peaceful nights rest. If you're frantically yelping a place to crash on your way through, look no further. Pleasant Acres will do the job!

Pros: Can't beat the price -- about $52. Offers a lite breakfast. You're helping out a mom & pop…read morebusiness. Seems like a safe area. No problems parking. Free wi-fi yes, but (see cons below). Cons: Beat up around the edges. My room could've used a coat of paint -- many scuffs and marks on walls as well as hastily spackled holes in wall that weren't sanded down before painting over. Hole in bedspread. Windows could use cleaning. Free wi-fi is s.l.o.w., uneven, sometimes non-existent, even though a router is right there in the room. Restarting it didn't help.

My family and I stayed here over the weekend. We are very well traveled and know it's hard to make…read morea decision on where to stay with kids, especially when what you're used to isn't in town. We brought our older kids plus our little kids and dogs, and were in town for a large sporting event, so we had lots of gear, etc. Pros: The biggest pro: Customer service is 10/10, with hands-on ownership! We had some special circumstances and definitely troubled them with questions and needs, and they were amazingly accommodating. It also snowed overnight and the snow was cleared in a reasonable amount of time. - Pet friendly - Affordable - The heater worked very well. We are still acclimating to Wisconsin winter weather, and I was so glad when the room wasn't drafty despite sleeping next to the window. - Good proximity to everything you need. Only minutes from Walmart and seconds from several other places. Cons: - The building is on the older side, so if you have asthma or respiratory issues I do not recommend you stay here. However, nothing was broken, all the fixtures worked fine and we all had hot water. - The rooms are on the smaller side, but it was perfectly sufficient for our needs and it's a cozy place. Overall I would stay here again for the convenience and accommodating customer service, and for being family & pet friendly!

Last minute work stay - young lady at the desk was very nice, rates are good, rooms are a bit dated…read more(mainly the carpet), bathroom was clean. I went to put the chain on the door as I was facing the street and it didn't reach - since I don't know Medford it left me a little uneasy. The bed was comfortable - The window was open, so I closed & locked it and turned on the air which did put a slight musty smell in the room. I was told there was coffee in the morning and it was good but nothing else was offered for breakfast. The TV was so small and far away I could barely watch it. All in all not bad but not great. In a pinch I would stay again. Great staff is wonderful but rooms keep people coming back.

We are visiting our daughter in Eau Claire, and signed up for the food and history tour. We got to…read moresample several restaurants and learn something about the history of the town. This is a vibrant community, and it was fun going around from place to place. The restaurants ranged from very good to outstanding. Our guide, Nick, was knowledgeable and friendly. This was an outstanding experience, fun and interesting. We started with a board of local products at the Lakely, then on to sample coffee (and other) drinks at Northbound Supply. The Informalist served a pork-belly on toast that was incredible, a very tasty, gourmet-level dish. Then over to The Rev for a wine tasting. Houligans gave us some steak tips, and we ended up at Ramone's for some very tasty ice cream.

From the owner: Our Mission is to deliver high quality tour services, providing our guests with unique experiences…read moreexceeding expectations. Telling people what we love about this area has never and will never feel like a job to us.