England Travel Agents

Kimkim has selected the best England travel agents so you'll have a worry-free trip.
With kimkim you will connect directly to a local specialist in England who will personalize your trip to your specific tastes. Once we have a sense of who you are and what you're looking for, you'll be matched with the right local travel agent for you. Not everyone wants to get completely off the grid—but even if you want to hit the most popular sites and cities, kimkim ensures a customized experience, including lodging, guides, and transportation.
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Stephen Molloy

(37 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in Dorset and Lyon
Stephen specializes in: Luxury, high-end travel, active travel (cycling) bespoke trips, new mobility
Recent traveler reviews for Stephen:
"This is the second trip with booked with Stephen and KimKim." - by Phillip, Sep 24, 2024 · see review
"With the assistance of Stephen, we were able to see all parts of the Scottish highlands , hiking many beautiful trails hiking over 113 miles, having wonderful meals, and first class accommodations each night." - by Robert, Sep 17, 2024 · see review
"Stephen prepared a great trip for us, taking all of our feedback and crazy ideas." - by Cat, Sep 4, 2023 · see review

Jane Davey

(35 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in United Kingdom
Jane specializes in: walking,cycling,skiing,mountainbiking
Recent traveler reviews for Jane:
"Jane and Sarah worked with us to create an amazing three week trip to the UK." - by Mike, Oct 21, 2024 · see review
"We worked with Jane and Marine-Heloise, and they were a dream team!" - by Elizabeth, Oct 11, 2024 · see review
"The advise given was right on target and we were very pleased with Jane's knowledge of all venues." - by Ann, Oct 6, 2024 · see review

Claire Monfray

(22 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in Lyon
Claire specializes in: Ireland!
Recent traveler reviews for Claire:
"Claire did an amazing job of helping us plan our trip." - by Cricket, Oct 10, 2024 · see review
"Everything was carefully planned and coordinated by Claire and her teammates." - by Mary, Oct 6, 2024 · see review
"Claire was our travel agent." - by Barbara, Sep 26, 2024 · see review

William Armstrong

(19 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in UK
William specializes in: self-guided hiking, self-guided cycling, guided hiking, city breaks, road trips
Recent traveler reviews for William:
"KimKim, William, Stephen and the whole staff were excellent." - by Maria, Aug 26, 2023 · see review
"When I started to plan a trip for me and my fiancé to London and Paris the thought was so daunting, however, Stephen and William at Kimkim made the whole experience so easy and stress free!" - by Kaitlyn, Aug 24, 2023 · see review
"We travelled to Inverness, Orkney, Shetland, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Isle of Skye, and Fort William." - by Michael, Oct 22, 2022 · see review

Kateryna Garkavenko

(18 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in London
Kateryna specializes in: History, Culture, Romantic, Gastro Tours
Recent traveler reviews for Kateryna:
"Kateryna did an exceptional job working within my budget and creating an itinerary that struck the perfect balance between seeing the sights and truly experiencing the UK." - by Timothy, Oct 10, 2024 · see review
"The collaboration with, and flexibility of our guide Kateryna was splendid." - by Stanley, Sep 13, 2024 · see review
"We had an amazing trip to London and so much of that had to do with our trip specialist Kateryna." - by Payal, Jul 31, 2024 · see review
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Justine Stewart

(16 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in England/France
Justine specializes in: England, France, Scotland, Ireland
Recent traveler reviews for Justine:
"Fantastic trip, couldn't have done it without KimKim, and Justine and Fanny were terrific!" - by Barret, Jul 15, 2024 · see review
"We had a great trip to Ireland -- and a great collaboration with our specialist Justine." - by Mary, Jul 9, 2024 · see review
"Justine worked with us to customize our trip and made all arrangements including the rental car and transfer via train to Manchester, England on our final day." - by Carol, Jun 21, 2024 · see review
Justine's Favorite Itineraries:

Marion Passelegue

(15 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in United Kingdom
Marion specializes in: Hike, Outdoor, France, Scotland, England, Wales
Recent traveler reviews for Marion:
"Marion provided extra electronic maps which ensured that we did not get lost." - by Caroline, Sep 26, 2024 · see review
"Marion guided us through the planning process for our self-guided trip of Tour du Mount Blanc." - by Peter, Sep 20, 2024 · see review
"Nothing but a positive experience for us working with Marion and the team at KimKim!" - by Vicki, Jul 15, 2024 · see review

Aleksandra Shebaltseva

(15 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in England
Aleksandra specializes in: Adventure, history, green tourism, extreme activity tours, local cuisine
Recent traveler reviews for Aleksandra:
"Aleksandra was excellent!" - by Ken, Oct 7, 2024 · see review
"We would like to say thank you to Aleksandra and Kim Kim for fine work done to give us a great trip to England!" - by John, Oct 3, 2024 · see review
"Aleksandra was so helpful with finding excellent accommodations where my dog was treated well." - by Adelaide, Sep 15, 2024 · see review

Sarah Metrat

(14 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in Lyon
Recent traveler reviews for Sarah:
"We used Sarah and Fanny from the Kim Kim agency to plan our trip to France and they were wonderful!" - by Mark, Oct 1, 2024 · see review
"Sarah was responsive and did a good job developing this trip with our family." - by James, Jul 6, 2024 · see review
"Sarah and all her staff were very accommodating, especially when my son had a medical issue." - by Kathleen, Jun 16, 2024 · see review

Emily Reilly

(10 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in Scotland / France
Emily specializes in: Active Holidays, Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland
Recent traveler reviews for Emily:
"Emily and Romane planned a terrific trip for our family to beautiful Scotland." - by Calli, Jul 3, 2024 · see review
"We really appreciate Emily and all she did for us - we had a wonderful trip that we wouldn't have been able to plan on our own so her expertise was very much appreciated." - by Lesley, Jun 29, 2024 · see review
"From the moment we contacted kimkim, our agent Emily made the entire process seamless and enjoyable." - by Will, Jun 6, 2024 · see review

Alex Rawson

(8 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in Wales
Alex specializes in: Specialized in genuine, authentic experiences around the UK & Ireland. Tailored approach to curate itineraries with a specific focus on: Landscapes, Nature, History, Heritage & Culture.
Recent traveler reviews for Alex:
"Our trip was amazing great working with Alex who planned a great vacation for us." - by Michael, Jun 9, 2024 · see review
"Alex was very helpful planning and then making sure things on our trip went as smoothly as possible." - by Danielle, Oct 15, 2023 · see review
"Alex was great in planning our trip and taking care of all the details." - by Kathryn, Oct 15, 2023 · see review

Marianna Leccese

(6 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in Nice
An Italian girl living in France. I'm the " pecora nera " of my family since I'm the one always moving. I've always loved to organise trips for myself and doing it as a job it's the best way to combine passion and work. I love the road trips, I enjoy the view and the long conversations during... read more

Eleanor Whitticombe

(5 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in Pembrokeshire, Wales
Eleanor specializes in: Outdoors, History, Heritage, Culture, Food & Wine, Family Travel.
Recent traveler reviews for Eleanor:
"The food was excellent and the stadium was beautiful - now if only Tottenham would have played better :( Many thanks to Eleanor for planning our dream vacation." - by Kate, Jan 13, 2023 · see review
"Eleanor made all the arrangements for our travel." - by Judith, Sep 26, 2022 · see review
"Eleanor planned the most amazing trip for us in England!" - by Linda, Sep 7, 2022 · see review

Pauline Mathieu

(4 reviews)
England Travel Agent based in Lyon
Recent traveler reviews for Pauline:
"But we were most impresssed by our KimKim travel specialists, Pauline and Sarah (and earlier on Neil), who not only put together this unforgettable travel experience for us but who were available to us at every turn." - by Michelle, Oct 7, 2024 · see review
"The trip planning process was incredibly easy and we were supported the entire way through by Pauline and the kimkim staff." - by Emmett, Sep 21, 2024 · see review
"This was our second time booking a trip through KimKim - our first time working with High Pointe Holidays and Pauline." - by Michael, Aug 1, 2024 · see review

Alexis Encinas

(1 review)
England Travel Agent based in Marseille
Alexis specializes in: Road Trip, Honeymoon, European Multi-City Trip, Wine & Food Lovers, Culture & Adventure
My name is Alexis. Dedicated, attentive and constantly in search of excellence, I'm attentive to the world around me. I quickly became a master in travel organization, and applied myself to transmit my passion and values to who crosses my path. Armed with my fine skills and listening to... read more

Tetiana Smal

(1 review)
England Travel Agent based in London
Tetiana specializes in: Cultural trips, city discovery, family or couples trips, unique experiences
Ever since I can remember, I've been fascinated by the idea of discovering new places, meeting people from different cultures, and immersing myself in the beauty of our world. This passion led me to pursue a career in travel, where I could turn my wanderlust into a fulfilling profession. ... read more

Méadhbh Byrne

(1 review)
England Travel Agent based in Ireland
Méadhbh specializes in: Flexible tailor made travel, unique experiences
I have spent many years travelling the world and it is something that I love to do. I currently specialise in trips to Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England and love nothing more than planning the perfect trip. For me, travel is all about the experiences and the memories that we make. read more

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Trip Reviews for England

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim
4.9
Based on 68 ratings

This is our second trip with kimkim and it di...
England | Sep 27 - Oct 10, 2024

Elizabeth
Elizabeth P.
Gilbert, AZ | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2024
This is our second trip with kimkim and it did not disappoint! We worked with Jane and Marine-Heloise, and they were a dream team! They put together a two-week trip with the highlights of London and Scotland based off the things we enjoy. Every day was an adventure filled with new discoveries with ample free time to add things along as we went. I LOVE to travel and have FOMO - but I also don't have the time to do a ton of research for the best places to see and visit. The... Read more

This is our second trip with kimkim and it did not disappoint! We worked with Jane and Marine-Heloise, and they were a dream team! They put together a two-week trip with the highlights of London and Scotland based off the things we enjoy. Every day was an adventure filled with new discoveries with ample free time to add things along as we went.

I LOVE to travel and have FOMO - but I also don't have the time to do a ton of research for the best places to see and visit.

The roadbook guide is extremely detailed with times and places we needed to be with notes about how long it took to get to each place via walking or public transport. All of the arranged private drivers were on time, and very kind. There was no confusion about where we were supposed to be, or when we supposed to be there. These ladies nailed it.

We had such an amazing trip and love the flexibility that kimkim offers. We had a mix of private tours, group tours, and self-guided tours. Each was unique, fun, and educational.

My only regret is that we didn't have more time in the UK. It is such a beautiful country with so many more things to discover. The people, the food, the history, the landscape - it was all so wonderful!

Hotel Reviews
ibis Styles London Southwark – near Borough Market
London

Cute hotel - clean rooms - great staff! Perfect location next to Borough Market and so much great food!!!

Authenticity & Character
Cute lobby - lots of style
Location
5 minutes walking distance to the market and tube.
Staff
Everyone was kind.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean hotel
The Resident Liverpool
Liverpool

We were only here one evening but this hotel has a great location - close to the downtown area. The rooms were neat ahc clean! We had a bit more room in these units that was much appreciate!

Moxy York
York

This was our favorite hotel of the places we stayed. The lobby is so cute and fun. Great breakfast and the staff were kind. Perfect location - close to the Shambles. We were only here for one night - we'd definitely stay here again and if we're back would like to spend 2 days in York.

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Edinburgh

Great location!!! Walking distance to royal mile. 4 stars only because the bathrooms were a little odd.

Citadines Trafalgar square
London

We were only here one night, and we came in late and left really early. We didn't really have a chance to spend time in the area. The lobby was clean - the staff was great. The room was nice because it was the only place we all 4 got to be together in one room. The room was clean but definitely needed a few touch ups in the bathrooms. Nothing crazy - we just noticed peeling paint, other handyman stuff.

Activity Reviews
Magical Mystery Tour
Magical Mystery Tour
Liverpool

We stopped in Liverpool for this tour - my daughter and husband love the Beatles. They enjoyed this tour.

Hidden Gems Food Tour - Tower Bridge to Borough Market
Hidden Gems Food Tour - Tower Bridge to Borough Market
London

This was a great tour especially given the location - we went through the Borough Market which was right around the corner from where we stayed. The guide was very knowledgeable about food in the market but also the history of London. Two of us are vegetarian and he accommodated our dietary lifestyle with ease.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very knowledgeable!
Hop-on, Hop-off Bus
Hop-on, Hop-off Bus
London

I love these tours - we didn't get to complete the whole route as we hopped on late...but what we did get to see was fantastic!

Tower of London timed entry tickets
Tower of London timed entry tickets
London

The beefeaters are great guides - lots of humor. We chose to do the 45-minute guided tour with them as opposed to the self-guided audio tour.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Windsor, Stonehenge & Bath  from London
Windsor, Stonehenge & Bath from London
London

This was one of our longer days but totally worth the time. The guide was humorous and knowledgeable. The coach was comfortable. My favorite was Stonehenge - my family loved Bath the most.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Watch a Football Match!
Watch a Football Match!
London

One of our favorite days! None of really watch sports but we fell in love with Ted Lasso and wanted to see a match in person. What an experience! I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting.

Quality of Experience
Harry Potter Studio Tour from London (with transport)
Harry Potter Studio Tour from London (with transport)
London

I love Harry Potter - probably more than our kids! We had a great time at the studios.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Oxford and Cambridge Tour
Oxford and Cambridge Tour
London

Another long day trip but worth it. The campuses are beautiful! I just wish had a bit more time in each location. They allotted about 1.5 hours at each stop. Once we finished walking through, we didn't have a ton of time to walk through the town squares.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Afternoon Tea at the Edinburgh Castle
Afternoon Tea at the Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh

Afternoon tea was a treat! And a great break in the day at the castle. The castle is impressive - we came through the front entrance at the Royal Mile. To truly see how expansive this castle is, walk around the outside of the grounds and view from the back side. It is enormous, and terrifying, and beautiful!

Deer & Owl Encounter
Deer & Owl Encounter
England

The drive from Edinburgh to Aberfeldy was beautiful. The guides at Highland Safari Park are knowledgeable and you can tell they really and care about what they are doing. We had a great time here. The deer experience on the grounds was neat and we got to feed them. The Safari was fun off roading and we got to view stags through telescope lens in their natural habitat. It was mating season so you could hear them everywhere!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Our Private transfer driver was amazing - he was happy to share knowledge about the area.
Local specialist: Jane Davey
Jane
Jane Davey
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on Oct 11, 2024

Hi Elizabeth & Awesome Family

We are so sad you have left us!!! We had great fun working with you during the planning stage and also whilst you were traveling. Marine-Héloïse & I loved the pictures you shared too!

You all have such an awesome approach to traveling and just took it all in and maxed out on the fun. Just the way it should be!

Please choose us again if you travel in the UK, or Europe as we would love to work with you all.

Thank you for your detailed feedback and this sure is a great end to our week.

Wishing you luck, happiness & happy travels.

Best, Jane & Marine-Héloïse

An Unforgettable UK Adventure: Perfect Balance of Sights and Experiences
England | Sep 17 - Sep 21, 2024

Timothy
Timothy D.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Oct 10, 2024
What an awesome trip! Kateryna did an exceptional job working within my budget and creating an itinerary that struck the perfect balance between seeing the sights and truly experiencing the UK. The communication before and during my trip was clear and informative, which made everything so smooth. I loved driving through the beautiful English countryside—it was such a relaxing and scenic experience. One of my favorite moments was the boat tour on the Thames, which offered a unique and peaceful... Read more

What an awesome trip! Kateryna did an exceptional job working within my budget and creating an itinerary that struck the perfect balance between seeing the sights and truly experiencing the UK. The communication before and during my trip was clear and informative, which made everything so smooth. I loved driving through the beautiful English countryside—it was such a relaxing and scenic experience. One of my favorite moments was the boat tour on the Thames, which offered a unique and peaceful perspective of the area. Overall, I felt like I got an authentic taste of the UK and came home with amazing memories (and plenty of photos!).

Hotel Reviews
Phoenix Hotel
London

The hotel room was compact but clean and practical. Although there was no air conditioning and the walls were quite thin—I could hear the neighbors overnight—I still slept very well. The breakfast was excellent, and the location was unbeatable, with easy access to shops, eateries, and the London Underground. The area felt safe and was very accessible, making it a worthwhile stay despite the minor inconveniences.

Authenticity & Character
Flet generic. Like a medical facility.
Location
Close proximity to retail and transportation.
Staff
Extremely helpful staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Overall, the hotel felt very clean.
Malmaison Oxford
Oxford

The Malmaison Hotel in Oxford is truly in a unique location. I absolutely loved my room—it was beautifully and appropriately decorated, with decent ventilation, a comfortable bed, and a lovely bathroom with a fantastic shower. The restaurant was incredible, offering an unforgettable dining experience. But what truly stood out was the staff. They made me feel incredibly welcome and genuinely cared for. I had just been in a minor car accident right before my arrival, and the staff showed such understanding and compassion as I checked in after a tough situation. Their kindness made all the difference in my stay.

Authenticity & Character
Staying in a historic castle/prison was exceptionally unique. The decor throughout and in-room was fun!
Location
Walkable to everything. Felt very upbeat and lively.
Staff
I couldn't be more grateful for each staff member who helped me throughout my stay. A fantastic team!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and tidy.
Activity Reviews
Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus
Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus
London

The hop-on hop-off bus was a lot of fun and a great way to see several sights in London in the open air. The staff were very friendly, and the onboard experience was excellent. I especially enjoyed the drive through Knightsbridge, even with the traffic—it gave me time to take in the beautiful surroundings. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience.

Quality of Experience
I was frustrated that they were not able to validate my pre-paid ticket.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Extremely friendly and understanding staff.
Transport
The onboard experience was great but locating stops was a challenge.
Thames Cruise with Dinner
Thames Cruise with Dinner
London

The late evening river cruise was an amazing experience. The opportunity to capture photos and take in the expansive views of London at a leisurely pace exceeded my expectations. While the dinner was a bit awkward since I was traveling solo and surrounded by couples and families, I still valued the experience. The food was average—comparable to what you'd expect at a large wedding reception—but the overall ambiance and perspective of London made it worthwhile.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
London

This was an incredibly immersive historical experience. I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the unique history of this location, with architecture reflecting different periods over time. The Crown Jewels exhibition was absolutely incredible, and I loved the afternoon views of the Tower Bridge set against the London skyline. Overall, I learned a great deal and found the visit both educational and highly enjoyable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great conversations with the guides! Definitely engage them to optimize your visit!
Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on Oct 11, 2024
Hi Timothy, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experiences! I’m thrilled to hear that you had such an awesome trip and that the itinerary struck the perfect balance between sightseeing and authentic UK experiences. It was truly my pleasure to plan your journey, and knowing that you came home with amazing memories—and photos!—makes it all the more rewarding. I'm glad the communication was clear and helpful, and that you enjoyed the scenic drives through the... Read more

Hi Timothy,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experiences! I’m thrilled to hear that you had such an awesome trip and that the itinerary struck the perfect balance between sightseeing and authentic UK experiences. It was truly my pleasure to plan your journey, and knowing that you came home with amazing memories—and photos!—makes it all the more rewarding.

I'm glad the communication was clear and helpful, and that you enjoyed the scenic drives through the English countryside as well as the unique perspective offered by the Thames boat tour. Your feedback on each aspect of the trip, including the hotels and activities, is invaluable and greatly appreciated.

It means the world to me that you felt well taken care of and that the trip met your expectations. Should you ever decide to explore more of the UK , I would be delighted to assist you again. Thank you once again for choosing KimKim as your travel planner.

Warm regards and best wishes for your future adventures,
Kate

Great tour of London and Oxford
England | Sep 22 - Sep 30, 2024

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Mary M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 07, 2024

Working with the KimKim agency was great -especially for independent minded travelers. All of the tour details for our trip to Great Britain We worked out in great detail before we left the US. This included a great hotel in London, close to all of the major attractions and transportation Plus prearranged tickets to all the special things that we want to see such as Westminster Abbey, Windsor Castle, and Christchurch in Oxford, plus many others.

Local specialist: Jane Davey
Jane
Jane Davey
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on Oct 08, 2024

Hi Mary

Thank you for your feedback which is very much appreciated. It was an absolute pleasure working with you and the team and I am delighted that we could assist in crafting your personalized plan to enable you to see the sites on your wish list.

We look forward to working with you again in the future.

Happy Travels!!

Best, Jane & The Team

Aleksandra was excellent! She took our specif...
England | Sep 26 - Oct 2, 2024

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Ken T.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 07, 2024
Aleksandra was excellent! She took our specific interests and likes and crafted them into a well planned eight day vacation in London. She gave us an excellent mix of the history and culture and Overall vibe of London. We changed our days of travel and she was right on top of moving scheduled tours to accommodate. Can’t give enough positive feedback for how quickly and professionally and pleasantly she and Kim Kim reacted to, our needs. A note to travelers – Apple Pay and the subway system... Read more

Aleksandra was excellent! She took our specific interests and likes and crafted them into a well planned eight day vacation in London. She gave us an excellent mix of the history and culture and Overall vibe of London. We changed our days of travel and she was right on top of moving scheduled tours to accommodate. Can’t give enough positive feedback for how quickly and professionally and pleasantly she and Kim Kim reacted to, our needs. A note to travelers – Apple Pay and the subway system are a must! Google maps was very helpful in navigating both walking and public transit. No need to do a currency exchange as long as you have Apple Pay or a credit card. Thank you again.

Hotel Review
NYX Hotel London Holborn by Leonardo Hotels
London
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason
Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason
London
Hampton Court and Hever Castle Tudor Tour
Hampton Court and Hever Castle Tudor Tour
London
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
London
Quality of Experience
Hidden Pubs of London tour
Hidden Pubs of London tour
London

Wow!!! what a fun and informative night couldn’t have asked for a better guide than we had. would highly recommend this experience!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Six Course Michelin Star Dining with Champagne for Two at Angler Restaurant
Six Course Michelin Star Dining with Champagne for Two at Angler Restaurant
London
Local specialist: Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Aleksandra
Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Local specialist in England | Replied on Oct 08, 2024

Dear Ken,

Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! I’m absolutely delighted to hear that your London trip was a success! It was such a pleasure working on your journey, and I’m thrilled that you found our service both quick and accommodating.

I truly appreciate your kind words and am excited about the possibility of helping you with your next adventure!

Sincerely,
Aleksandra

A Wonderful fall trip to London, and Southern England.
England | Sep 22 - Sep 30, 2024

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Ann A.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Oct 06, 2024
All of the arrangements worked very well and reservations; No problems. The hotels were in great locations and once we learned to use the train system we went to different locations easily. We found the hotel staff very friendly and very helpful. It was a great trip and we enjoyed each unique location. Our trip advisor was extrememly helpful and willing to answer all of our questions. The advise given was right on target and we were very pleased with Jane's knowledge of all venues. Thanks... Read more

All of the arrangements worked very well and reservations; No problems. The hotels were in great locations and once we learned to use the train system we went to different locations easily. We found the hotel staff very friendly and very helpful. It was a great trip and we enjoyed each unique location. Our trip advisor was extrememly helpful and willing to answer all of our questions. The advise given was right on target and we were very pleased with Jane's knowledge of all venues. Thanks for your help and support.

Hotel Review
Riu Plaza London Victoria
London

This hotel is very well located in a safe walking neighborhood. It is close to the theaters, transportation is readily available and there are good local restaurants. The staff are very supportive and offer good advice.

Authenticity & Character
Location
A little less construction around the hotel
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Downton Villages, Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace Tour from London
Downton Villages, Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace Tour from London
London

Interesting.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
It was a hard day as there was flooding in the area. The bus driver did fine. We were left off at a different location, so transport back to our hotel was more complex.
Tickets to Westminster Abbey
Tickets to Westminster Abbey
London

This was so crowded that trying to walk through was very difficult. It is filled with museum artifacts and honestly feels more like a museum than an Abbey.

Churchill War Rooms Small-Group Walking (plus discovery of the area around Westminster) Tour
Churchill War Rooms Small-Group Walking (plus discovery of the area around Westminster) Tour
London

This was very interesting. It is very detailed and fills in a lot of history that one might not know.

Bodleian Library Tour
Bodleian Library Tour
Oxford

This was very interesting. The guide was very informative and the library was beautiful. It is an amazing collection.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
I spoke to this.
Christchurch College and Cathedral Tour
Christchurch College and Cathedral Tour
Oxford

Very interesting. Both the college and the church were beautiful. The guide was very informative. She was a grad student in the college, so she shared a lot about the college as a community and the how the students relate to the greater community.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very good guide.
Entry into the Roman Baths
Entry into the Roman Baths
Bath

The history of the Baths was intriguing. It was very crowded, hot and difficult to hear at times . We were glad we went. My friend had been there previously and said that they have improved and expanded the exhibits tremendously.

Simply Windsor Castle - Afternoon Tour with transport
Simply Windsor Castle - Afternoon Tour with transport
London

Going to Windsor is always a treat. It is so beautiful, both the setting and the castle itself. Unfortunated St. George's Chapel was closed for repairs, but otherwise it was a wonderful trip. There were lots of people on a Sunday afternoon, but things moved along quite easily. I wish we could have stayed longer.

Quality of Experience
Tickets to British Museum
Tickets to British Museum
London

Very crowded but lovely Jade Exhibit and Grecian and Roman artifacts. We were disappointed that we couldn't see the Elgin Marbles.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Taxi drivers were very helpful as were the staff members in the hotel. The Courtyard Marriott in Oxford couldn't deal with cash. Twice we went to pay them for a dinner and they took our money but struggled to find cash to return to us.
Transport
Bus tours were fine
Canterbury Cathedral Entrance ticket
Canterbury Cathedral Entrance ticket
Canterbury

This was a very meaningful experience, both the cathedral and the abbey. Very worthwhile. I really loved it. I could have stayed longer.

Local specialist: Jane Davey
Jane
Jane Davey
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on Oct 07, 2024

Hi Ann

Thank you for taking the time to review your wonderful trip. It has been an absolute pleasure working with you both, and the team and I are delighted to read that you have taken some memory-making experiences away with you.

It certainly can get a little congested around the popular tourist hot spots and we are delighted that you found peace in Canterbury Cathedral, which I have to agree is simply breathtaking.

Wishing you many more happy travels and if you return to England/Europe then my colleagues and I would love to plan with you again.

All the best, Jane, Winona and The Team