Epic East Coast (including Sunshine Coast)

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  Rebeca Mato

  · March 9th, 2025
  Cece was amazing as a tour guide, so full of energy and positivity even when there were hurdles in the form of activities being cancelled. When people didn’t want to participate in an activity, there was no pressure, she just supported their decision and gave other options to fill time. She was also supportive is getting people to cross boundaries and conquer fears. She made us a lovely dinner two nights in a row which gave a real family feeling to the trip. She truly immersed herself within the group and it wouldn’t have been the same without her.
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  Trip date: March 2025

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  Polly Murray

  · March 9th, 2025
  Cece was a great tour guide. She was knowledgable, organised and approachable. Even when things didn’t go to plan (because of the weather) she rearranged activities and did her best to keep us up to date with the new plan. She’s a girls girl and is so easy to chat to. I’d book another trip with Cece tomorrow if I could!
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  Trip date: March 2025

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  Lily palmer

  · March 9th, 2025
  Cece was just absolutely amazing. She was knowledgeable and a great guide and always brought the good vibes and energy every single day. She made sure all of us had a great time. I had my birthday on this tour and Cece made sure it was a special day! This tour has been unforgettable and Cece was absolutely key to this amazing experience! She was always on hand for questions and she even did a yoga class on the beach for us which was just lovely. Couldn’t rate Cece high enough!!!
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  Trip date: March 2025

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  Eleanor Horton

  · March 9th, 2025
  Cece was an absolute angel and made extra effort to make everyone feel comfortable, happy and safe throughout the whole trip. I was nervous about meeting strangers to travel with but she made the whole experience so much easier encouraging us to bond early and taking time with each of us to get to know us and become more like good friends! I was especially grateful to Cece for catering to my picky eating habits without guilting me or making me feel embarrassed, just trying hard to accommodate me and make sure I had what I needed. She was truly knowledgeable about where we went and shared interesting facts and stories that made the experience even better. I can’t thank Cece enough for such an incredible experience xxx
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  Trip date: March 2025

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  Milan Al-Naqshbande

  · March 9th, 2025
  We had Cece as tour guide in Australia. She was so great. Professional and knowledgeable on the places we were at but that the same time friendly, engaging and approachable. She always made sure that we were comfortable and always keeping the positive vibe up. Even when we at times faced something difficult or out of our comfort zones, she was always there supporting us. She is also fun to be around, clear with communication. People were sometimes late to meeting and Cece was good at setting boundaries in a way that did not make people uncomfortable or feel bad. I loved the combination of clear boundaries but in a friendly way. I can really see that she has passion for her job. She made our trip to Australia so memorable. I will forever cherish these days together. Thank you so much Cece for making this such a wonderful trip. You are the best.
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  Trip date: March 2025

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  Megan Francis

  · March 9th, 2025
  For the past two weeks, we had the absolute pleasure of having Cece as our guide while exploring the stunning East Coast of Australia. From start to finish, Cece made every part of our journey unforgettable. Her knowledge of the region’s history, culture, and natural wonders was exceptional, and she shared fascinating insights that brought each destination to life. Cece’s warm personality and professionalism made us feel welcome and comfortable right away. Whether we were hiking through lush rainforests, exploring beautiful beaches, or discovering vibrant cities, she made sure every detail was taken care of. Her passion for the area was contagious, and she always went above and beyond to ensure we had the best possible experience. Her recommendations for local food, hidden gems, and off-the-beaten-path spots were perfect, and we truly felt like we were getting an insider’s view of East Australia. She’s not just a guide—she’s a storyteller, and her ability to weave in the history and magic of the places we visited made the trip feel personal and special. Thank you, Cece, for making our two weeks on the East Coast of Australia absolutely incredible! I couldn’t have asked for a better guide, and I’ll cherish these memories for a lifetime.
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  Trip date: March 2025

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  Maura Coffey

  · April 1st, 2025
  Maddi was incredible throughout. She was thoughtful and generous with her time and advice. She spent time with each and every member of the group and it felt like she really got to know us. She was so attentive to everyone, knew what we needed, what our plans were. She was incredibly patient throughout and always good fun! She kept the vibes high every day, always looking at every situation with optimism.
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  Trip date: March 2025

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  Freya

  · April 1st, 2025
  Maddy was fab, always making sure everyone felt included and making the whole experience very enjoyable she gave great recommendations on things to do/places to go she definitely added to the experience with her positive attitude and fun vibes
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  Trip date: March 2025

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  Stephanie Elmer

  · April 1st, 2025
  Maddy was ann amazing tour guide! She made everyone feel so welcomed and included! She was enthusiastic and positive no matter what!
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  Trip date: March 2025

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  Isobel Louise Tighe

  · April 1st, 2025
  I had a truly amazing time on the Australia Trip & it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The route was perfect, and we visited so many places in a limited amount of time, which allowed us to see a lot. There are a varied amount of activities planned, which caters to lots of different interests, while also encouraging people to push out of their comfort zones. We ticked off a lot of the “Australia bucket list” stops. One of my favourite parts of the tour were honestly all of us girls socialising, singing & chatting while on the public transport. Byron Bay was amazing - especially the sea kayaking and Piano Bar. K’Gari Island was a fantastic experience - the tour company used for this trip is a really good choice. A big shoutout to our tour leader, Jase! Staying at the National Park in Noosa was a phenomenal experience, with the kangaroos all around us and the forest walks close by. I do wish we had been able to stay in the main part of Noosa for a night or two as well, but I understand there were limited time restrictions on the trip with it being only 15 days. This is merely a personal preference, but given how short the trip is, I would have rather skipped the Surf Camp and had extra days in Byron, Sydney, or Noosa. I think to fully get enough out of the Surf Camp, the trip would need to be extended by a few more days. We only had time for 1 guided lesson, with an optional expression session in the afternoon. I didn’t feel that 1 taught surf lesson was enough to get the most out of surfing. With only 15 days, I would’ve preferred to spend more of my time and money in other places that we visited. I also think that the time spent travelling could have been done differently. Sometimes it felt like we were filling time by travelling. Again, this is my personal preference, but I would’ve preferred the 9 hour train journey to Surf Camp to be overnight, so we didn’t “lose” a whole day to travelling. Another example is the transport to the airport in Brisbane - it took us over an hour to get to the airport when one of the other girls took a 15 minute taxi. At times, it did feel a bit like we had spent a lot of money on the tour and more personal travel could have been included (in this case, a private mini bus). I understand that Tru Travels works to be more environmentally friendly, using public transport options when possible, but with a group of 20 of us, it would have still been environmental friendly to hire a bigger vehicle. One detail I would like to bring to light is Brontë King’s advertisement of the trip is different to what we experienced. Having done the trip, it is clear from her Instagram Highlights and Posts & TikToks that she didn’t stay in all of the same accommodation that we did. I do think this is wrong and is false advertisement. I think some of the girls expected different accommodation based on what Brontë had posted. I know this isn’t necessary a Tru Travels problem, but as you are associated with Gals Who, I think you should be made aware of this. I’ll go into more detail on this below, but Maddy truly made this trip the experience that it was and I cannot recommend it thank her enough for giving me memories that will last a lifetime. Overall, this trip is great for seeing and experiencing a lot in a short period of time. It’s brilliant for anyone wanting to dip their toes in to travelling. It has certainly given me knowledge and confidence to do proper solo travelling, and is great for anyone feeling nervous or apprehensive about doing that. You make friends for life.
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  Trip date: March 2025

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