Wonderful bespoke family trip to Colombia
Colombia | Dec 16 - Dec 30, 2022

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Lauren S.
Brookline, MA | Reviewed on Feb 20, 2024

It took me a little while to get to writing this review, but this family trip remains vivid in all of our minds! I planned this quite last minute (my fault) but Margarita was able to put together a trip that we all loved. It felt very bespoke. Our local guides were lovely and knowledgeable. We also appreciated that some of the activities we did - jungle walks, horse-back riding, a farm and cooking class visit, a basket-weaving class, visiting Palenque, and a drum lesson - all felt like off-the-beaten path experiences. We prefer private experiences and that is what was delivered. The hotels were perfect for us, small and boutique (especially for such a last minute trip). Finally, one member of our party has celiac and needs a strictly gluten-free diet. margarita contacted every restaurant and notified them, making our dining experience truly a joy. I would definitely recommend Margarita to others (and, in fact, I have). Thank you for a lovely trip!

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Loved the views, the restaurant, the rooms and sitting outside by the fire. Lovely.

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This was a beautiful spot. Lovely decor, delicious food, the spa, and the friendly owners and staff made it a favorite hotel for our family. Thank you!

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Hotel Punta Faro
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We loved our time here. There were not many Americans other than us (which was a positive) and we enjoyed meeting people from Colombia, Europe, and other countries. The only challenge for us was that we had one member of our group who has celiac and cannot eat gluten at all, so the dining was a bit challenging for her. Since we always bring food for her with us, it was not a big problem. The massage was lovely by the ocean.

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They were very kind. Not many spoke English, which made it a bit tough for us - but since we like traveling to authentic rather than touristy places, it was worth any small challenges!
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We booked last minute, so our room was not as comfortable as I would have liked. But we loved the island.
Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Feb 21, 2024
Hola Lauren!
Reading your review made my day! Even though planning was a bit last-minute (it happens!), I'm thrilled we managed to put together a trip that hit the mark for you and your family. Crafting those unique experiences is what I love doing.
It's great to hear you enjoyed the off-the-beaten-path activities and that the boutique hotels were just right, especially considering the timing. Taking care of dietary needs, like ensuring gluten-free options, is part of making sure everyone... Read more

Hola Lauren!
Reading your review made my day! Even though planning was a bit last-minute (it happens!), I'm thrilled we managed to put together a trip that hit the mark for you and your family. Crafting those unique experiences is what I love doing.

It's great to hear you enjoyed the off-the-beaten-path activities and that the boutique hotels were just right, especially considering the timing. Taking care of dietary needs, like ensuring gluten-free options, is part of making sure everyone has a great time.

Thanks a ton for recommending me to others. There's no better feeling than knowing our travelers are so happy they want to share their experience.
Can't wait to plan more adventures for you and yours in the future here in Colombia 🇨🇴

Best,
Margarita