Vicky was very helpful when we had an issue w...
Australia | Mar 26 - Apr 2, 2024

Margie
Margie H.
Arvada, CO | Reviewed on Apr 09, 2024

Vicky was very helpful when we had an issue with a hotel that was sub par. All the tour guides we had were great, we felt so welcomed, entertained & learned so much about the land people & culture of Australia. Such wonderful, friendly people! However I need the following information to send to my Insurance Co. To try & get a refund for the Reef Palms Hotel Booking Confirmation from your Travel Supplier
Proof of refunds/credits (Any coresspondance saying they won't refund?)
Proof of Payment for Claimed Expenses (I need this)
Accident, incident, or police report: (I can fill out)
Evidence of Damage to home/destination and evidence of event ( I will do)
Photos (Which I have)

Hotel Reviews
Medusa Boutique Hotel
Sydney

Very quaint boutique hotel in a lively neighborhood, close enough to a train or a bus to get anywhere. Enjoy our stay there, highly recommend.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Great neighborhood, close to public transportation.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Reef Palms Motel
Cairns

Right after we checked in the manager left before we saw the room, on fist sight the couch had a rip, the A/C was off &?it was sweltering in the room, the sliding door was open, when we tried to close it to get the A/C going it wouldn’t lock or shut properly. They only had one plate & cup in the kitchen for two people. The bathroom had mold. We went back to the desk to complain & the manager was gone & office locked. My husband was able to get into our room from the deck due to sliding door not locking & there was no lock box to hide valuables when we were out of the hotel. We refused to stay. This is not a 3 star place more like a 1 or 2 star.

Authenticity & Character
Everything, especially their rating system.
Location
Had to walk a log way to find a restaurant that was open.
Staff
They could refund our money!!!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything, clean it up, fix doors new couch, more kitchen supplies.
Activity Reviews
Sydney Opera House Tour
Sydney Opera House Tour
Sydney

Enjoyed the informative tour..

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The Rocks Signature Walking Tour
The Rocks Signature Walking Tour
Sydney

Fascinating experience to learn about the beginning of Sydney’s history with the Convicts.

Quality of Experience
Fascinating history of the conflicts and all they did to make it a city.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was so knowledgeable
Transport
Silverswift to the Outer Barrier Reef - ex Cairns
Silverswift to the Outer Barrier Reef - ex Cairns
Australia

It was always a bucket list to see the Barrier Reef.

Quality of Experience
Once in a life-time experience
Food
They had a good variety for everyone.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They helped us when we’re sick, feed us great food, taught us about the reef
Transport
It was so choppy, otherwise a great day.
Local specialist: Vicky Steinhardt
Vicky
Vicky Steinhardt
Local specialist in Noosa, Australia | Replied on Apr 10, 2024

Hi Margie,
Thanks for your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed Australia and our people and hospitality. I will pass your feedback on to our partners and guides too.
I will let you know when I have more feedback on the sub-standard Hotel
Thanks again,
Vicky