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Excellent! I will be recommending it to everyone! (more)Susanna Dadd

Fantastic, a holiday of a lifetime, a privilege to see the wildlife and landscapes of this fabulous place on earth (more)Fiona Eccleston

Great holiday, well organized and the kayak guides very knowledgeable and fun to be with. We wanted to make a last minute change to our final day and this was accommodated without a problem. (more)Christine Todd

Hard to choose as the whole trip was so enjoyable. The team at the operator made me feel so welcome. They tailored the trip to my needs and checked in with the throughout my stay to ensure that everything was ok. (more)Fiona Moss

Our best day was our longest day kayaking on Kotor bay. The sea was as calm as a mill pond and the scenery was absolutely stunning. Toni took us to various islands and it was a really fantastic day. (more)Sue Morris

Just what I needed. Restful, easy, a real holiday. (more)Paul Johnson

The most memorable part of the holiday was the wonderful hosts and food (more)Ruth Anderson

Peter and Carolynn source as much as they could locally, especially the wine. (more)Dorothy Penny

I loved the beach clean up on a nearby island. Really great, especially for younger divers. (more)Georgina Stevens

The most memorable part of the holiday was diving in a downpour. It wasn't scary, just interesting. (more)Brian Benner

All of it was pretty amazing. I didn't realize how small the island was and I loved it. Being able to dive 3 times a day and get to know the local marine life, while learning about it was my favourite. (more)Irina Tyshkevich

Hi Duncan, Thanks for your review. We just wanted to explain that we have been able to employ loclas to maintain the apartment you stayed. They were cleaned by a Lubrin villager. We also employed a local Lubrin woodcutter to deliver logs to the burner. When the drainage problem was reported, we were able to offer a free upgrade to a detached east facing cottage. (more)Duncan Green

Hard to choose between seeing the most spectacular sunrises from my terrace with a pot of coffee or standing on a high point on a nearby hill, able to see the sea on the horizon and the lunar landscape and mountains to my left. (more)Briony Turner

The highlight was the spectacular walks offering such amazing views. During our 5 days in Lubrin we did three of the long walks and we thoroughly enjoyed walking through the foothills as well as high in the mountain tops, just stunning. (more)Annette Easton

Memorable parts? Safaris without the hint of a doubt Tips? Get yourselves a mask because during the dry season you'll breath and eat a lot of dust. Dry season is better because there are almost no mosquitoes. Be generous to the people and they'll give back to you a hundred fold. Local benefits? We did not support conventional industrial touristic operators, we know we did not, nature was respected so it gave me the feeling that we reduced our footprint. Safaris on the contrary... (more)Damien Solerte

Friendly place . Felt right at home. Comfortable lodging and excellent food. Great hosts. (more)Daniel Jacusiel

Carolyn's gourmet meals were a highlight of the evenings and the conviviality among the guests spawned deep conversations. Peter was so knowledgeable about European culture and history. He also provided great bikes along with suggestions for routes, both long and short, each day. (more)Janet and Dave Williams

The people were fabulous both the hosts and guests. Competent, kind, thoughtful hosts. Great food and lovely setting great cycling and walking. (more)Nicki Mazey

The most memorable part of the holiday was photographing and seeing a wild Leopard about 20" away. (more)Ian Keel

The most memorable part of the holiday was Yala National Park and Polwaththa Eco-Lodge. (more)Andrew Abbott

It was all amazing. I couldn’t choose one thing. The main things were seeing leopard and also hundreds of nesting painted storks on a lake in Yala, the elephants and their young at Minneriya and seeing turtles and sharks when snorkelling. (more)Catharine Fitzgerald

Scenery - simply stunning. The weather was kind to us and we got bright sharp days of sun and snow to see the mountains and forests. Staying with local people and enjoying their hospitality in some simple but homely settings. We even used a local's horse drawn sledge to get part way to the next village. (more)Ian Papworth

Beautiful views and guide (more)James Masterson

The location - beautiful scenery, peaceful, well away from the tourist trail and offering lots of scope for walking and relaxing... (more)Julia Myers

Cycling in the area is a joy with so few cars on the road and hardly a pothole in sight!. Holiday was great, we loved the cottage and its decor... Walking in to Lubrin in the evening was fun with the amazingly starry night sky... (more)Fizz Partridge

Just what we wanted, an quiet small town with good opportunities for cycling and enjoyable tapas bars. (more)Ursula Bach-Gansmo

Memorable parts? 1. Snorkeling with the whale sharks. 2. Good diving instruction to next level of qualification. 3. Chance to do conservation surveys as something more than that which you usually do on a regular dive holiday. 4. chance to dive in Caribbean at dive sites that are not crowded, never were there other dive boats at the sites we dived, thus only 4 to 8 divers at the site from the boat. Tips? 1. To the extent your baggage allowance allows it, take items identified including... (more)Simon Timms

It is a lovely setting, just bird noise, nothing else. Great to see the almond trees still in blossom, and we overdosed on oranges and Raf tomatoes (if you see strange coloured green / blackish tomatoes just buy them!). John's walks are excellent and he even put together some on-road cycling routes on a Garmin for us, as I had told him my husband is a keen cyclist. (more)Julia Sherwen

The situation of the accommodation and the friendliness of the hosts. (more)Jenny Dunlop

The most memorable was the sound of the Scops Owl at night. Finding a local natural water source and enjoying the pleasure of taking an impromptu swim! A wonderful chance to experience authentic Spain. (more)Helen Jenkins

Memorable parts? There were so many memorable moments, from the stunning views on the Hikes and Bike rides, to the excitement of exploring Caves millions of years old! Tips? I can't think of any tips because everything was taken care of and every need seen to, so that everything ran smoothly and seemed effortless and an absolute pleasure! Local benefits? Absolutely! Our Guide was local and our accommodation was run by Locals too, which helped us not only integrate more easily... (more)Orley Moyal

relaxing and flexible enough to push yourself if you want to do a bit of exercise in between being fed delicious home cooked food and local wines. I can fully understand why many people return year after year. (more)Kathryn Gow

One of the best holidays I've ever had. (more)Tamsin Drew

There were so many highlights from the tranquillity, excellent hospitality, French cuisine & Wines to cycle rides & Wednesday's Posh Picnic (more)Karen Morgan

Memorable parts? The view from the top of singing rock. Truly beautiful! Tips? It is a fantastic holiday! Take proper walking boots for snow shoeing. Local benefits? Yes, I feel we supported local small businesses and the company had environmental awareness. Very impressed. Overall rating? Excellent holiday, highly organised and great friendly staff at Apuesni experience. Very simple to organise due to quick helpful emails. (more)Helen Knott

Memorable parts? The spectacular mountain walks starting right from the doorstep following John's excellent guides. Also, driving to Nijar talking the scenic (hair raising) route through the mountains, memorable indeed. Listening to the birds in the morning, watching the stars at night Tips? Even if using it as a base for touring, don't miss out on spending some time enjoying the peace and tranquility at the cottage. Make sure you have and read the directions to get to the house... (more)Peter Milligan

Memorable parts? Reaching the summit of Toubkal was a very rewarding experience, it had been a tough climb, having never used crampons before, but our guide Omar was excellent he always encouraged us and allowed me to dictate the pace- I was the slowest member of the party! Haggling in the souks was also fun, we did not find the sellers aggressive or pushy as they are sometimes described. Tips? Be prepared for long days of walking, you need to have stamina, although the altitude... (more)Deirdre Forde

Feeling that you are contributing to the sea environment. Waking up to the beautiful sunrise and seeing the lovely sunset. Living on a tiny island for a short time. (more)Lynda Hughes

The best diving holiday I did so far and it will be hard to beat. I learned so much about fish identification and substrates and this makes diving much more enjoyable. (more)Ulrike Kachel

The entire trip was a blast! Multiple dives per day without another diver in sight, unspoiled beauty of the amazing reef, incredible food, etc. etc. Everything about this trip was memorable and exciting! (more)Eric Strobel

If you are looking for a holiday where you can do different physical activities during the day, relax and have good meals with pleasant people in the evening, this is the place to go. (more)Eivind Thorp

Excellent. It gave me exactly what I wanted - great cycling, wonderful food and good company in tranquil, natural surroundings. Very good value for money. (more)Carol Gray

Just what I needed! Plenty of wildlife around, the spotted flycatcher leaping through the garden was great, several species of dragonfly by the ford and several hummingbird hawkmoths feeding on the lavender by the pool, all to the tune of blackbirds, turtle doves and a Cetti's warbler! (more)Nigel Scott

Both my husband and myself loved our week. Lazing by and in the pool late afternoon was lovely and the weather was hot. Being able to walk littlle or miles or not at all, was good -there is no compulsion to be super active, though you can! If you want to be totally catered for and live in verdant peace for a week, but have company too-this is the place for you! (more)Clare McKee

Excellent. It was not a thrills and spills holiday, just a quiet retreat where you are looked after. And if that is what you need, this is a place for you. (more)Tina cook

The most memorable part of the holiday was the wonderful walking in unspoiled, quiet countryside. (more)Katie Le Quesne

A lovely holiday away from it all total peace and tranquility, great food and wine, charming comfortable, rustic accommodation and fantastic walks. Rate it highly! (more)Ellen Common

Amazing, holiday of a lifetime (more)Alison ODornan

It was absolutely brilliant. The whole tour ran to plan and was extremely well organised. It was a great combination of active and relaxing and we had a marvellous time. Highly recommended. (more)Michelle Le Blanc

The most memorable parts were... Riding the elephants and seeing Angkor Wat. The lodgings at Ko Samed were also very beautiful...It was a very well run trip. (more)Marc Teicholz

The very friendly and helpful hosts were the most memorable part of the holiday...Both hiking and cycling were enjoyable activities. (more)Helga Hoffmann-Orton

The hospitality of our hosts was most memorable...Look forward to a great holiday in beautiful, secluded locations. (more)Hilary Wight

A wonderfully calming and tranquil holiday rather than an "exciting" one. Should also mention the great hospitality shown by our hosts, delicious home cooked food and generous introductions to local wines and brandies! A lovely relaxing time. (more)Mark McKenzie

A fantastic place which lived up to my expectations. (more)Katherine Amos

Excellent. This is a fine place to stay! With lovely people and surroundings. The best parts were riding in unknown rural France with horses up country tracks and beneath trees in occasional woodland. Meeting other riders and brushing up my French whilst the instructor brushed up my riding skills! (more)Liz Beaven

Tips for other travellers? Stay an extra week!...Ten out of ten. (more)Sue Evans