KimKim did a wonderful job
Scotland | Aug 10 - Aug 24, 2023

Marie
Marie G.
Richmond, VA | Reviewed on Aug 29, 2023

Both guides we had in Thurso (Don and Angela from the company Above and Beyond) were terrific. We felt so at home at the Manor House with hosts Leo and Mary Ellen. They are so welcoming. I loved Thurso!
Also our guide for Glasgow: Andrew. He was so knowledgeable and had gone out of his way to find a historian of the church we were seeking.
The Skye in a Day Tour was excellent. The driver/guide, Bill, was a great storyteller and had a wonderful calming voice.
The private tour of the Culloden battlefield was very interesting.
The driver from Mailig to the ferry to Tobermory was outstanding. So kind, so knowledgeable, so proud of his area.
So much more--wonderful people, the scenery was gorgeous.

Hotel Reviews
Grasshoppers
GLASGOW

Such a delightful experience. I loved the coffee/tea/wine room that we often met in to discuss our day and plan the next. The staff could not have been more welcoming and helpful. The rooms are smaller but bathroom was great. We had delicious breakfasts. But we overwhelmed by the cupcakes/cookies/ice cream available! What a SWEET place. The location was fabulous.

Authenticity & Character
The staff and the fresh sweets and a hotel that is only on one floor above the train station.
Location
Center City, close to so many great places to eat
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Manor House
Thurso

I loved this hotel. It had so much character, especially in the Irish owners and their children who helped with breakfast and bussed tables at night. They were all so kind to us and willing to help us out with any questions or needs we had. We wanted something other than a generic hotel and this was great for that. We ate there both nights. The food was excellent.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Leo and Mary Ellen, the owners who are so kind.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pennygate Lodge
Craignure

This hotel was such a wonderful place to stay. Lovely rooms, great baths, incredible garden with a view of the water. It was luxuriously comfortable. And Tony, the owner, could not have been more accommodating and helpful. This was the best hotel of our whole stay in Scotland. The food was outstanding as was the service in the beautiful dining room.

Authenticity & Character
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Blackfriars Hotel
Inverness

This was a good place to stay. We had to ask for help to get our bags up the stairs (we were on 3rd floor). It was a bit cramped but once again, the people at the bar/restaurant who deal with the hotel were welcoming and helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Not far from the train station.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Royal Hotel Portree
Portree

We had great rooms with a wonderful view of the harbor. But the staff seemed cold and perhaps a bit overwhelmed. A cruise ship was in and the whole town seemed overwhelmed by the number of people crowding the streets and restaurants and other shops. It's important for people to know they must make reservations for dinner.

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Location
Staff
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Activity Review
Bespoke tour of Glasgow
Bespoke tour of Glasgow
Glasgow

Andrew was so nice and so ready for us. He went out of his way to find a person for us to talk to about the church our grandmother came from. He worked hard to find our grandmother's street. And his recommendation that we go to the People's Palace to see the housing exhibit about the 19th century was perfect. We also enjoyed seeing the University of Glasgow. He made the day very convenient in our walking certain parts and having his car at other parts. Andy is charming and fun to be with.

Local specialist: Stephen Molloy
Stephen
Stephen Molloy
Local specialist in Dorset and Lyon | Replied on Nov 23, 2023
Hi Marie Thank you for the 5 star review. I love receiving backup that the bespoke trips we create are really great and appeal to all kinds of intrepid travelers like yourselves! We love being artisans in our work, and your 'sister's trip' to explore your roots was really an incredible project to be part of. I love that you went to the North of Northern Scotland and enjoyed the guides we chose. Yes! We use guides like Andrew in Glasgow, who listen to your needs and adapt the day to... Read more

Hi Marie

Thank you for the 5 star review. I love receiving backup that the bespoke trips we create are really great and appeal to all kinds of intrepid travelers like yourselves!

We love being artisans in our work, and your 'sister's trip' to explore your roots was really an incredible project to be part of. I love that you went to the North of Northern Scotland and enjoyed the guides we chose. Yes!

We use guides like Andrew in Glasgow, who listen to your needs and adapt the day to customize the visits and the pace, and the level of research to please you!

Happy to know you liked it!

Regards & thanks
Stephen Molloy & the team at High Point Holidays