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We had an absolutely wonderful time on our PR...
Italy | Oct 13 - Oct 21, 2024

David
David P.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Oct 31, 2024

We had an absolutely wonderful time on our PRIVATE trip to Italy. We were a group of 4 senior citizens.
Our drivers we always on time and our personal guides were actually outstanding. They accommodated us at our own gentle and non-hectic pace. When we requested breaks to rest, our guides we are accommodating. All our guides recommended and actually led us to noncommercial local restaurants and stores. We were really embedded in the Italian culture. Our local specialist Rita kept in touch with us every day and sometimes 2x a day. She made so many arrangements & cancellations for us we are so happy we did not make her quit. LOL Now I am not going to mention the names of our guides and drivers for selfish reasons bec I want them all to ourselves for our next trip to explore the northern tour of Italy next year:):)

THANK YOU KIM KIM YOU ARE THE BEST
I am, David Pagnotti Old Forge, Pa

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Monte Cenci
Rome

An excellent location and this hotel was spotless clean & extremely comfortable. The rooms and lobby had air condition. The porters couldn't do enough for us. And everyone spoke excellent English. The staff was well dress and the had a security guard in the lobby all day but i don't know why bec the location was great. It's in the bst part of town! In any event yes, I would definitely stay there again. This was our 3rd trip Rome Italy

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The female at the desk with red hair & the porter & really to be fair and honest everyone really was extremely nice and polite. And I mean that from the bottom of my heart
Cleanliness & Comfort
Actually we had a brand-new room. Cant beat that!!!
Hotel Lorelei Londres
Sorrento

First of all, this is a 5-star hotel and the whole staff was extremely Solicitous to us senior citizens .The restaurant won many Michlin awards. All air condition and super clean rooms & clean bathrooms through ought. They offer WHITE hand towels not paper ones.

Authenticity & Character
Since there are virtually no woods in Sorento this hotel is all marble and cut stone. We don't have this in America, So this gives it character. Also there is a lot of art on the walls
Location
The location was stupendous!! The whole hotel has extra-large glass windows and glass door all overlooking the mediterranean sea. And at Nite you can see all the yachts anchored in the harbor.
Staff
The staff was absolutely perfect. They bent over backwards for us. The front desk answered with 1 ring of our phone call of things we need like was cloth's. The called for transportation in our behalf without delay. When the kitchen was closed & we had to leave at 5am in the morning they packed us breakfast and lunches to go. The dining room staff served us with white glove and the tables had white tablecloths.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Are room was large with lots of windows and everything was colored white especially the white tiles on the floor. I mention this bec dirt can't hide on white everything has to be clean or guest will notice dirtiness.
Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco
Florence

First of all, this hotel is located in excellent section of Florence and with walking distance for just about all important sites. AND restaurants too! It's a converted church/rectory to a hotel which is very typical of most hotels in this particular area of Florence. But it also means the rooms and hallways are very large. The public spaces and rooms actually have air conditioning. The hotel rates are sensible too. not overpriced.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The location is everything and this hotel is right on spot! Its in the middle of everything and that's why we choose to stay here. Close to important sights and restaurants.
Staff
The staff treat us like gold!! Extremely accommodating especially at breakfast. They were ready for us early each morning. The front desk helped us with directions and transportation. They were very polite too.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The actual bed size was nice and wide just like the room itself was large and wide & I also checked the accommodations of other people's accommodations that we were with & and their rooms we the same as ours. Large and spacious
Activity Review
Guided Visit of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Guided Visit of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Rome

We had an excellent tour guide & we got to cut the entrance line bec she pre purchased our entrance tickets ahead of time. Between the colosseum & forum and lunch we spent at least 5 hours in this area. It was fantastic:)

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Rita Pagano
Rita
Rita Pagano
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Nov 04, 2024

Dear David, thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m thrilled to hear that your trip was everything you hoped for and that you enjoyed the authentic, relaxed pace. It was truly a pleasure working with you and I’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to our team!! Looking forward to helping you explore northern Italy next year, can’t wait to plan more memorable moments together! 🥰

Warmest regards,
Rita

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