Irish Elegance (Small Groups)

Traveler Reviews

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  Bruce

  September 16th, 2023
  5
  Excellent guide and driver. Saw a lot of things I would not have on my own. Nice bus and great people to hang out with.
  Traveled in September 2023
  

  Reply from: Insight Vacations

  Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback with us. It is delightful to learn that our Travel Director and Coach Driver were able to provide you with personalised and professional service, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of Ireland. It pleases us to read our coaches met your expectations and that you travelled in comfort, as this is a crucial factor in enjoying your time on the road. Thank you for choosing Insight Vacations as your travel partner, and we hope to hear from you soon about your future travel.

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  Rebecca

  May 8th, 2023
  5
  Excellent trip! Greg was helpful and gave great advice. He provided that extra service that made the trip special.
  Traveled in May 2023
  

  Reply from: Insight Vacations

  We appreciate your positive feedback during your time in Ireland. We are delighted that our Travel Director was professional and enthusiastic about travel, which is crucial in creating a memorable trip and enhancing your overall experience. Thank you for choosing Insight Vacations as your travel partner, and we hope to hear from you soon about your future travel.

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  Anonymous

  May 7th, 2023
  5
  Traveling with Greg was an unexpected delight! I had imagined a guide who would point things out and give some...
  Traveling with Greg was an unexpected delight! I had imagined a guide who would point things out and give some history or information. What I didn’t expect was a funny and vibrant young man who was willing to go the extra mile at any and every opportunity. From spurring us on to sing “Here Cones the Sun” every single morning as we drove off (and in our case in Ireland it actually worked!) to walking the full length of the bus to ask each of us if we had questions or thoughts, several times a day, to providing us with what he called “little flourishes”—a refreshing mint after we had been walking, or a sample of Butler’s chocolate or tastes of different local beverages— all of it thoughtful and enriching to the trip. His love of music kept us energized as he played songs in the bus to match different locales. He took requests! He gauged the overall feel of the group regularly, getting us off on the road earlier on some days, making sure we had some moments of relaxation to revive before the next stop, or adding in extra things along the way if he heard different members chatting about something. He was quite willing to take hold of someone’s cell phone and capture photos of them at key points. He was consistently upbeat even in some tough moments, like having to chase after a couple who were waylaid for 4 days from catching the tour through no fault of their own and who were terribly sad about it. Greg made sure to save as many events for them as he could and to enfold them into the group so they felt welcomed and supported as soon as they finally caught up with us. I feel that Greg was a fabulous person to travel with and cannot recommend him highly enough.Show more
  Traveled in April 2023
  

  Reply from: Insight Vacations

  Thank you for your review during your trip to Ireland. We thank you for your kind comments regarding our Travel Director as we recognise that no one knows how to create a better experience for our guests than our dedicated Travel Directors, and we are elated that their professionalism shined throughout your trip and helped you and all our valuable guests in making it such a memorable trip. We hope you made some new friendships and cannot wait for you to join us for another trip.

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  Anonymous

  May 7th, 2023
  5
  Gregg was by far our best tour guide we have ever had. He is extremely knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful. He is...
  Gregg was by far our best tour guide we have ever had. He is extremely knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful. He is also entertaining and fun. My wife and I highly recommend Gregg for any tour experience.Show more
  Traveled in May 2023
  

  Reply from: Insight Vacations

  Thank you for your time reviewing your trip during your time in Ireland. At Insight Vacations, we understand the importance of having a professional Travel Director travelling with our valuable guests to deliver incredible trips, and we are beyond thrilled to know that they created such a fun and caring atmosphere in addition to providing you with their knowledge on what this beautiful country has to offer. Moreover, we hope you made some new friendships and unforgettable memories during your time away with us.

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  Anonymous

  May 7th, 2023
  5
  Our Irish Elegance tour would not have been as magical without the guidance and imagination of our Travel Director,...
  Our Irish Elegance tour would not have been as magical without the guidance and imagination of our Travel Director, Greg Colgin. From greeting to good-bye, Greg shepherded us around Ireland with aplomb. He engaged us with his wit, wisdom and comprehensive knowledge of the country. Without exception, all of our needs were met and queries answered, making this tour a worry free trip. Greg’s choice of stops, pacing, hotels and sights enhanced our visit and encouraged instant camaraderie among the sojourners. In addition, the teamwork between Greg and Anthony, our excellent and fearless driver, made the coach a happy place in which we travelled across the country. It is our hope that Insight realizes what an asset Greg is and how much he projects a positive image for Insight.Show more
  Traveled in May 2023
  

  Reply from: Insight Vacations

  Thank you for sharing your experience during your time in Ireland. We are delighted to learn that our Travel Director was professional and could share their knowledge and passion for our destinations, along with their unique storytelling ability, which makes all the difference when discovering new destinations. It also brings us immense joy to learn that you had an excellent Coach Driver. The presence of a reliable and trustworthy driver can truly elevate the quality of any trip, ensuring a smooth and secure journey from start to finish. What’s more, we are incredibly pleased that we were able to help you to create some unforgettable memories.

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  CC

  April 19th, 2022
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  Our trip got cancelled due to COVID and they would not give us our money back. Our only option was to re-book a trip...
  Our trip got cancelled due to COVID and they would not give us our money back. Our only option was to re-book a trip with them. We didn't want to re-book the Irish tour due to a group members health issues so we chose a smaller trip in the US which is less expensive. They won't give us the extra money back that is not being spent on this trip. Seems illegal to me.Show more
  Traveled in September 2020
  

  Reply from: Insight Vacations

  Thank you for sharing your concerns here with us. We certainly appreciate the frustration and disappointment that may have been felt as your trip to Ireland was suspended due to the global health crisis. Having said this, we are nevertheless pleased to note that you were able to re-book on to another trip. We do offer different options for when our guests still have some credit left over after re-booking, and as such, we would encourage you to enquire about these directly with our Reservations Department who are there to help as best they can.

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  Richard

  September 30th, 2019
  4.5
  Really well designed tour with an excellent guide and local experts on scheduled tours and optional add-ons. This...
  Really well designed tour with an excellent guide and local experts on scheduled tours and optional add-ons. This was our first trip to Ireland, and it was extremely comforting to leave the planning to someone else and just enjoy the ride.Show more
  Traveled in September 2019
  

  Reply from: Insight Vacations

  Thank you for informing us about the excellent time you had on the Irish Elegance tour with Insight Vacations. We are truly delighted to hear that the itinerary provided, alongside our seasoned staff created the perfect atmosphere for a perfect holiday. Furthermore, we are extremely pleased that we were able to help you create some unforgettable memories.

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  JeffElement

  July 24th, 2019
  5
  What a fantastic vacation! The tour itself was perfectly paced and the combination of little details such as the...
  What a fantastic vacation! The tour itself was perfectly paced and the combination of little details such as the flourishes and time with local experts and the grand finale stay at Ashford Castle made this an unforgettable experience. Ann was an amazing tour director - organized, professional and always willing to go above and beyond - and our coach driver Michael was a pleasant, jovial fellow that exemplified perfectly the friendly spirit of the Irish people. Truly a wonderful experience!Show more
  Traveled in July 2019
  

  Reply from: Insight Vacations

  We are delighted to learn that your experience on the Irish Elegance tour exceeded all your expectations. We are very proud to hear about the professionalism and passion shown by our staff throughout your time on the road. Furthermore, we are very happy to have been given the opportunity to host you and we hope that you were able to take in all the wonderful sights of Ireland.

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  VictoriaElement

  July 24th, 2019
  5
  Wonderful trip that gave me an experience of Ireland that was even better than I expected. Every person and place we...
  Wonderful trip that gave me an experience of Ireland that was even better than I expected. Every person and place we came across on this vacation made me fall in love with the charms of Ireland and its people. Would highly recommend!Show more
  Traveled in July 2019
  

  Reply from: Insight Vacations

  We are very pleased to hear that your time in Ireland with Insight Vacations was a memorable one. On top of that, we hope that you were able to go back home with some amazing memories of your time in Ireland and we look forward to welcoming you back in the near future for more amazing destinations.

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  LindaElement

  July 24th, 2019
  5
  This was the trip of a lifetime for me. I have always dreamed of going to Ireland. It was everything I dreamed of...
  This was the trip of a lifetime for me. I have always dreamed of going to Ireland. It was everything I dreamed of and this tour and the experience prided by Insight, from the pace of the tour to the special flourishes and the local experts as well as the fabulous cuisine and breathtaking scenery made this a trip I will never forgot.Show more
  Traveled in July 2019
  

  Reply from: Insight Vacations

  We are delighted to learn that you enjoyed every minute of your time in Ireland with Insight Vacations. We are very proud to hear that our staff’s passion and knowledge helped create the perfect atmosphere for a memorable trip. Furthermore, it pleases us to read that we exceeded your expectations and we certainly look forward to welcoming you back again soon for more amazing destinations.

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