Our aim is to arrange an Irish holiday for our clients that best suits their individual needs. We take the time to listen to what you want to get out of your holiday, and then proceed to create the perfect Irish tour to fit within any budget.

We are happy to report that our efforts are not in vain, and many of our clients take the time to write to us after their holiday. Here’s a quick sample of some recent customer reviews of Authentic Ireland Travel’s services:

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  Jennifer Koch, Milwaukee WI – November 2009 - Custom Tour

  Outstanding - could not have been better. We had to change reservations last minute due to our baby being sick - we stayed one more day in Dublin and had to cancel our reservation in Killarney. Despite it being a bank holiday the person we spoke with was very helpful. Having someone help take care of those details so we could focus on our baby was very nice! Thanks for everything!


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  Michele Shrader, Chicago IL – October 2009 - Flexible Go-As-You-Please Tour

  Authentic Ireland exceeded my expectations when it came to a travel staff. They were friendly and helpful and very accommodating. They also have the best follow-up of anyone I have previously dealt with and follow-up, I think, is very important - it makes the customer feel valued and like you care about them after you have received their money.


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  Amber Schmitt, Steven's Point WI – October 2009 - Pub & Music Tour

  We went on the Irish Pub and Music Tour...and it was fabulous! We couldn't have asked for a better trip!! The layout of the trip was great! The hotels and each bed and breakfast we stayed at were very nice, and everyone was extremely nice to us and very helpful!


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  Sheila Becker, Winfield IL – September 2009 - Custom Tour

  In the States, a "10" is the best we can rate anything, and this was the very best. Coupled with the education we got on history, geology, politics, religion, food, music, customs (and I could go on forever) it was the very best and even better than I had expected....two weeks I've been home and still can't wipe the grin off my face.....wish my ancestors hadn't left, but certainly understand why the had to do what they did. Thank you for all the warm memories I will keep with me forever.


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  Darrell Prims, Lansing IL – September 2009 - Flexible Go-As-You-Please Tour

  The trip was everything you could ask for and more than you can explain. Thank goodness I took pictures!


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  Betty Sandifer, Charleston SC – September 2009 - Pub & Music Tour

  We enjoyed our stay in Ireland. It is a beautiful country and the people were so hospitable. We would certainly love to visit again in the future. THANKS FOR ALL YOUR HELP!!!


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  Larry Thornsberry, Lee's Summit MO – September 2009 - Flexible Go-As-You-Please Tour

  We wanted to take in the everyday charm and beauty of Ireland and not the typical tourist attractions. It turned out outstanding. We loved the Wicklow and Dingle areas for not only their beauty but also their peacefulness. Overall the Irish are the most friendly people that we have had the pleasure to meet. All our expectations were exceeded. Fantastic!!!!!!!! Thank you.


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  Ken Dockus, Broomfield CO – September 2009 - Flexible Go-As-You-Please Tour

  We had a great vacation in Ireland, and we would recommend Authentic Ireland Travel to anyone. Thanks again.


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  Walter McFarland, West Monroe LA – September 2009 - Custom Tour

  We hope to return for another visit and will definitely contact Authentic Ireland when we are able to make our next trip. For friends and family planning a trip to Ireland, Authentic Ireland will be heartily recommended by us.


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  Cathi Roberts, Jackson TN – August 2009 - Romantic Escape Tour

  I think what we liked the best was it felt like a true sampling of the country. We saw so many different things. I think the next time we will know even more about what we want, thanks to this itinerary. It was a great honeymoon. Thanks!


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  John Morton, Grandview TN – August 2009 - Ancient Ireland Tour

  Everything went exactly right. I remain in awe of how well coordinated and orchestrated our entire trip was.


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  Christle Weissmiller, Walker MI – August 2009 - Flexible Go-As-You-Please Tour

  I was very pleased with the high level of service that I received from Authentic Ireland. The staff were very accommodating whenever I needed to make adjustments to my trip.


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  Jim Bosley, Farmington NM – July 2009 - Custom Tour

  Sarah was very helpful and arranged the travel based on our requests. We thoroughly enjoyed meeting the families who opened their B&B homes to us in Ireland. This experience helped us get to know Ireland in a much more personal way. We will certainly use Authentic Ireland again. Hopefully, in the near future!


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  Bob Bourke, Alberta, Canada – July 2009 - Flexible Go-As-You-Please Tour

  Your Company made it easy for one-stop-shopping to get hotel, car, and B&B choices! Awesome flexibility and service!! Will recommend to any travellers! Bob Bourke, a Canadian Irishman that appreciates great service!


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  Ellie Landon, Plano TX – July 2009 - Chauffeur Tour

  I will definitely refer Authentic Ireland to anyone looking to travel in Ireland. We travel a lot throughout the USA and Europe and have never had such easy trips as when we've used your company. The hotels always get it right. I carry your number in case there's a glitch but there never has been. Keep up the good work!


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  Sylvia Eppig, Rockledge FL – July 2009 - Custom Tour

  I don't remember now how I finally came across your site, but I am so glad I did! Your agency was exactly what we needed to set up our trip. We appreciate everything Kirsty did for us, despite the fact we booked this at the last minute. Can't wait to come back to tour more of the country! We will contact you when we do, and are already spreading the word about you.


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  Mike Williams, Keller TX – July 2009 - Custom Tour

  The tours offered through Authentic Ireland really give a great sampling of the country. What an easy, effortless way to experience a different country!! This whole system made it so easy for us to find great places to go.


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  Megan Hardy, Columbia SC – July 2009 - Custom Tour

  We were well prepared for our trip and it went very smoothly. We can't wait to come back. I have already made several recommendations to other people I know wishing to travel to Ireland. I hope they have as much fun as we did. Thank you for a great trip!!


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  Lauretta Letten, Deerfield IL – June 2009 - Chauffeur Tour

  Given how many times I changed my mind about locations, Aisling was very patient and helpful. When I kept misplacing the vouchers, someone always fixed the problem before we arrived. All of the B&B operators were very complimentary about Authentic Ireland which strengthened our trust. I am ready to go back now! I wish we had three weeks there to explore every nook and cranny as Ireland is still the most beautiful country I have ever visited.


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  Suzanne Poole, Las Vegas NV – June 2009 - Custom Tour

  All of the accommodations were more than expected, from the no hassle check in to checking out, the service, comfort, everything was 10 star. We could not believe we would be getting such accommodations at the price we paid. Please convey our thanks to each place we stayed!


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  Maddie Vaughan, Lake Balboa CA – June 2009 - Custom Tour

  This is our second time travelling with Authentic Ireland Travel and we will use you again in a year or two when we come back. What else can an American-Irish girl say: "We loved everything except for the trip home.”


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  Sarah Smith, Cambridge MA – June 2009 - Custom Tour

  Your service was a great help for knowing what to do, where to go and not having to research all the accommodations and locations on our own. Plus I feel like we saved money, so I was very happy with your service/establishment.


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  Richard Morano, Surprise AZ – May 2009 - Chauffeur Tour

  Our trip was absolutely wonderful! Dingle was one of our favorite towns, although each town had something special about it. Westport will always hold a special place in my heart because that was where my mother came from. The whole coastline was spectacular! Authentic Ireland staff were very helpful, polite and efficient. Their suggestions made planning easy and painless.


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  Quynh Luong, Brooklyn NY – May 2009 - Flexible Go-As-You-Please Tour

  The online booking/payment tools on Authentic Ireland are superior to other sites, and the travel package is representative of its high level of service and organization. Most useful was the driving map, voucher folder, and canvas bag to hold all travel documents. Can't imagine using another agent for future travels to Ireland. Will recommend to all family and friends.


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  Nancy Johnson, Park City UT – May 2009 - Custom Tour

  It was a great experience for our week stay in Ireland. I know that we but scratched the surface of your beautiful country but we came home enriched by your history and the strength and determination of the Irish people. You have a wonderful country and I will always recommend Authentic Ireland Travel to anyone I know who is anticipating a trip to Ireland. Thank you for all your help and patience in helping my daughter and I have such a memorable trip.


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  Trina May, Bluemont VA – May 2009 - Pub & Music Tour

  This was well worth the $$$. Having our itinerary and accommodations planned for us helped alleviate our first-time jitters. The B&B's were all very nice and we got a lovely mix of styles in some really beautiful settings and gardens. Thank you!!


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  Mike & Kathleen Fleming – May 2009 - Chauffeur Tour

  We cannot thank you enough for the wonderful time we had in Ireland. The itinerary was perfect; the accommodations were superb and the service provided by Authentic Ireland and our chuaffeur was outstanding. Our chuaffeur's hospitality was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable and most gracious. We thoroughly enjoyed every minute with him. Several of our hostesses at the Bed and Breakfasts commented on how impressed they were with his professionalism and the service he provided to his guests. Thank you very much! We hope to come back again someday and will recommend you to family and friends.


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  Tom Henderson, Amelia Island FL – May 2009 - Chauffeur Tour

  Now that Ryanair has safely transported us to London, all of of us want to thank you for a very enjoyable eight days in Ireland. Your country is beautiful, and except for the. first couple of days, the weather was excellent. Our driver, Eamonn Devitt, was very helpful and considerate, and he could not have been more fun to be with! We are going to refer some friends to you as soon as we return to Florida. Thanks again!


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  Mark Dierbeck, Milwaukee WI – May 2009 - Custom Ireland Tour

  Booking through Authentic Ireland was the smartest thing we did for booking a trip to Ireland. The staff was knowledgeable, understanding and really exceeded our expectations. Excellent advice and a great itinerary. Our original itinerary had one of our stops in Killarny but the agent found out there was a road rally that weekend and moved us to Kenmare instead. Thank you so much!! We were impressed she checked on events after we were booked looking out for our best interests. We certainly would not have been very happy staying somewhere during the rally. Kenmare was a lovely choice - what a great town!


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  Gerdt Dahms, Graested, Denmark – May 2009 - Chauffeur Tour

  So now we are back home again. Everything was just fine. We were precisely collected by the bus at the airport and all 3 hotels suited everybody almost perfect. We were absolutely very lucky with our chauffeur Tony, he did remarkably well, telling humorous stories, lots of historical facts, taking care for us and even helping one colleague retrieving his wallet in Dublin. We even had time also to see Trim castle and the hill of Tara. An excellent driver and guide, couldn’t have been done better. We even made up a Limerick for farewell for him. All in all everything was really good, all the prearranged activities were very good. I will with good conscience recommend the Authentic Ireland and your personal engagement for making this vacation a great success.


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  Dale Kitchen, Ontario, Canada – September 2008 - Chauffeur Tour

  Thank you for a great trip! The tour was terrific, the lodgings were great and the Chauffeurs were wonderful. We will never forget our driver was Patrick Treacy, who was an absolute gentleman and a pleasure to have as our guide and chauffeur. Once again our group thanks you for all the arrangements and for making our trip a wonderful experience. Hopefully it will be our pleasure to experience it again one day with your company.


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  Dale Spencer, Colorado Springs CO - July 2008 - Flexible Go-As-You-Please

  My name is Dale Spencer, and I am another very satisfied customer of yours (well, actually, Sarah Walsh’s – to be more specific)! 
  
  I wanted to take a moment of your time to say how very much I appreciate the outstanding customer service which I have received by all at Authentic Ireland.  I am most impressed by the prompt, congenial and expert service your company offers. Frankly, I was “sold” from the very first phone call!   
  
  I have spoken to several of your travel agents over the past few weeks, to include: Rob, Aisling, Miriam and, of course, Sarah.  Each of them was most courteous, helpful, informative, and authentic! Moreover, I am so very pleased with Sarah and all of her efforts on my behalf.  She is truly efficient and an expert at what she does; and she shows genuine concern for her clients and their desires.  Sarah is ever so accommodating and gracious – always willing to put up with yet another trivial question or “go the extra mile” to be helpful.  Her dedication, professionalism,congeniality and expertise are worthy of emulation by all. Frankly, I cannot speak highly enough about her, as I have received nothing short of the “king’s treatment”. 
  
  Rest assured that I shall pass on any referrals that I can – to Sarah and her capable colleagues.  Your organizational “culture” clearly seems to reflect the charm and hospitality for which Ireland is reputed the world over; and it is personified by the likes of Sarah Walsh and her coworkers.


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  Joann Folluo - June 2008 - Ireland Custom Tour

  Our trip went off beautifully. Everything worked out exactly as it should have.  Even returning on Friday the 13th was no problem. We loved Doolin, and Maeve was a perfect hostess.  She made reservations for us at McDermott's so that we would have a front table for the music.
  
  In Killarney our host was John King. My mother-in-law was a King from Cork, and John King says there are very few Kings in that area.  We will pursue that further and see if we are related.  He thought it was very possible as many first names were the same.
  
  All accomodations were pleasant.  Our bus and driver were excellent.  Now we are spoiled!
  
  We would be happy to recommend Authentic Ireland and Mark Lynch to everyone we know, and then some. Best regards, Joann Folluo


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  Patricia Kettela, Ontario, Canada - June 2008 - Irish Heritage

  Greetings from Canada ....We just wanted to express how much we enjoyed our tour of Southern Ireland.  We did not know what to expect when booking with your company and using C.I.E. tours.
  
  We travelled from the 5th/6th June till the 13 June  2008 and did the Shannon to Dublin Heritage Tour. From the moment we stepped foot in Ireland till the time we left we were treated as family. Everyone was helpful and knowledgeable and made us feel very welcome.
  
  The tour was fantastic, places we stayed in were incredible and the Tour Guide Joe Clancy was funny,witty and very knowledgeable with history and folklore.  Tom Ryan was a phenomenal driver, we could not imagine driving those roads on our own.
  
  We would not hesitate to use your company again and have told our travel agent so (she assisted us in all the arrangements). Hope to see you in 2009. Patricia Kettela


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  Mary and Joe Olenchalk, Antioch CA - June 2008 - Irish Adventure

  Christina:  Thank you for steering us to the CIE tour. It was well worth it and I would recommend it to anyone. Matter of fact I would come back to Ireland in a heart beat. Mary & Joe Olenchalk
  


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  Janet Compton & Kay Mahlock - May 2008 - Custom Golf Package

  Dear Ivan, I am home from Ireland today.  We had a great trip, the house was great, very clean and comfortable with plenty of room for us all. The golf courses were magnificent, though challenging.  The wind and the rough got the better of us.  I will always remember the feeling standing on the first tee at Royal County Down, I am not sure if it was fear or excitement!  I could not have had a better way to celebrate my 50th.
  
  Thank you so much for all your help we had a perfect holiday. Janet
  
  Just a note Ivan, to say we had a great time.  You planned our golf perfectly, the house was great and you organised very good weather for our stay.  Thank you very much for a memorable time in Northern Ireland. Cheers, Kay.


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  Tom Sheehy - May 2008 - Irish Opulence

  Yes, Brenda and I just want to thank you for one of the most memorable experiences of our lifetimes. It is without exaggeration at all to tell you that there was not so much as minor negative experience with the tour you so ably arranged. Well, one small one. I was able to remove a mirror on the vehicle we rented through an unfortunate encounter with a mail box. However Thrifty Car Rental said "not a problem" and we continued on our way; safely I might add with a new van. Your expertise, advice and attention made, as I say the vacation of a lifetime. The hotels were incredible and the people we encountered the most charming, efficient and entertaining I have ever experienced in over 40 years of travel to Europe and around the world. If ever you need or want a recommendation you have it from us. Thanks for making our lives even more enjoyable than they already are.  Best regards, Tom Sheehy
  


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  Jeff Holcomb, Loveland OH - May 2008 - Ancient Ireland Tour

  Thank you so much for your work on our trip.  We both thouroughly enjoyed ourselves.  Also, the weather was perfect during the entire trip.  We did not have one day of rain.  I especially enjoyed Markree Castle and Hillgrove B&B.  We were able to tour the entire country and the scenery was beautiful.  Thanks again for making this trip very enjoyable. Sincerely, Jeff Holcomb


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  Damien Moroney - May 2008 - Ireland Wedding Services

  We would have been lost without your services which I have to say were excellent so we are happy to help out in any way we can. In summary: the bus drivers were very good, particularly Bruno who was excellent. The two hotel choices were great, including locations.  Everyone had great things to say about Limerick city. We had the right mix of tours but should have checked the weather and done the Ring on Monday and Dingle on Tuesday as fog/rain put a damper (!) on the Ring. Kristy probably knows of websites where we can post “hooray to Authentic Ireland” messages. BTW, we appreciated your note which was read aloud at the wedding followed by a big “awh, Ivan” from the group! Thanks again for all your help. Damien.


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  Laura Kozza - April 2008 - Rent an Irish Cottage

  Hi Sarah, We are returned home after our fantastic two weeks in Ireland.  We all enjoyed it very much and I wanted to just send a shout of thanks to you for your assistance.  It was rather fun working with you. Thanks again!  ~ laura
  
  My daughter, Laura Kozza, worked with you to arrange a family vacation in Ireland last month.  I just wanted to tell you what a wonderful time we had and thank you for your work.  There were absolutely no hitches or unexpected problems.  We will never forget the lovely time we had together as a family - myself, my five children, three sons-in-law and my little grandson.  Inish Beg was beautiful.  Bunratty Castle was definitely worth going to, especially the banquet.  I understand that Laura sent you some pictures. We have all gotten together to look at our pictures and remember this vacation.  Again, thank you for helping make it possible. Linda Petrell


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  Bob & Sue Whitley - April 2008 - Custom Ireland Tour

  We just got home from our trip.. we had a wonderful time and the accomodations were great.. Ireland is a fantastic country.. The people were very friendly, but they do drive a bit crazy.. thanks for all your assistance. when our friends ask about our trip, you may be assured we will recommend your company.. thanks again..bob and su whitley
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  Dawn Cole - December 2007 - Custom Ireland Tour

  Often times good work goes unnoticed for people NORMALLY only pass on if they get awful service to complain, not compliment. Well, I would like to pass on AWESOME service kudos for Sarah Walsh!!! 
  
  My sister’s and I have been saving for 4 years to send our parents on a nice vacation for their 25th wedding anniversary, well the time had come for us to start looking.  I filled out the contact us info on your website and heard back from and she has been so helpful!!!!  She is VERY quick to respond and answers all questions (and we had LOTS J ) and usually gave more info in her answers that she thought would also help us, and to me she has gone above and beyond service level with just doing that alone.
  
  So, I just had to pass on to her supervisor the great work she is doing!!! Thank you Sarah!!!!
  
  Dawn Cole, Dori Martinez, and Dedee Hernandez


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  Michael Trench - September 2007 - Go As You Please

  Hi Christina - sorry for the delay in giving you an update, but we had a wonderful time in Ireland.  All the arrangements that you made for us happened without any glitches.  Waterford Castle in particular was a spectacular part of our trip.  Each and every one of our B&B stops was exceptional in terms of the facilities, food and generosity of spirit on the part of the hosts.
  We also met some of the distant relatives in Ballindine, Co. Mayo, and were able to visit the old homestead of great-great grandparents and the local church cemetery as well. 
  
  We look forward to a return trip in the future, and will certainly keep you in mind for future arrangements.  Thank you for all your helpfulness in addressing questions and all issues surrounding our wonderful trip to Ireland. Mike


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  Sarah Igenbrandt  - April 2007 - Irish Pub & Music 

  Dear Mark & Everyone at Authentic Ireland, We just wanted to write to express our sincere thanks and appreciation for all of your help in setting up a truly amazing and unforgettable experience. We couldn't have done it without you and I can't express how much all of your patience, assistance, and forethought was truly appreciated as we adventured through Ireland.
  This was our first vacation and our first trip out of our own country, and we would have been truly lost if it wasn't for your help. All of your suggestions were right on, our accommodations were always clean, comfortable, and staffed by the friendliest people, the car was perfect, and all the sites we visited were above and beyond our expectations.
  
  I will always refer friends and family members to Authentic Ireland, and I'm sure we will be using your services again in the future! Thanks so much for all your help in making our trip truly memorable.
  
  Sincerely, Sarah Ingenbrandt & Daniel Cramer


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  Peggy Sullivan - April 2007 - Rent an Irish Cottage

  I wanted to let you know that we had a wonderful time in Ireland. The countryside is as beautiful as we had heard. The people were so friendly.  The cottage in Adare was perfect for us.  Mary and Ian are friendly, fun people. They invited us for drinks our last night which ended up being dinner too. We traveled everyday when we were in Adare. Ennis was a lovely place to end our vacation. Joan's B & B is beautiful and peaceful. Thank you for making our first trip to Ireland memorable. Our trip ran smoothly because of all your help and suggestions. Thanks again! Jim, Peggy, Patrick, and Briana Sullivan


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  Mike Krause - April/ May 2007 - Chauffeur Tour

  We wanted to let you know that we had a fantastic time on our Authentic Ireland tour. Thank you for all of the excellent arrangements and thank you, especially, for Martin Wilde! Martin was amazing. He was a fine driver (of course), and a wonderfully knowledgeable tour guide (of course) - he seemed to know something about the origin, history, and/or current situation of every tower, castle, martello, and small town we passed. He also was a wizard at taking our wish list of places we hoped to see and turning it into a practical itinerary.
  
  Most of all, though, we appreciated Martin's good nature and marvelous flexibility. He was always punctual and organized, and yet he also had the patience of a saint in dealing with our busload of sometimes contrary individuals. Keeping track of us was like herding cats! Or herding turtles, given our tendency to dawdle. Yet somehow he always managed to get us where we wanted to be, and did it all with unfailing good humor. He's a gem!
  
  We look forward to someday returning and exploring more of your beautiful country, and we wouldn't hesitate to use your services again. And if you would like to refer future prospective customers to us for a positive recommendation, we'd be happy to share our experiences with them. Best wishes, and thanks again, Mike and Marguerite Krause


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  Debbey Cozzone - April 2007 - Irish Pub & Music

  I want to thank you for all your hard work.  Our stay in your beautiful country was awesome.  Everything worked smoothly, accommodations were the best.  You truly were an integral part in a vacation we will not forget.


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  Kay Gardner - April 2007 - Irish Highlights

  I am writing to tell you what a wonderful time Russell, Molly, and I had during our Irish Highlights Tour in Ireland -- we could not possibly imagine a better trip, except one where we could stay longer. I took the good advice of a friend who suggested that I keep a journal while in Ireland.  Along with our picture album, the journal will bring back the memories we shared on our best vacation ever. Russell, Molly, and I want to thank you and your agency for your invaluable assistance in making such a fantastic and magical trip possible for us. Your expertise in booking such comfortable and hospitable accommodations, and your knowledge of exactly the right places for visitors to travel was invaluable.  We loved every minute in Ireland and we look forward to returning in the future -- and when we do, you will be the first person we contact when we begin to plan our trip. Thanks for everything! Kaye Gardner, Richmond , VA

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