Michael's Travel Agency
Based on 314 reviews
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This was an excellent company to work with. We would recommend to all. However I want to preface this review by stating that this trip was planned back in Jan. of 2020, prior to the Chinese virus disaster, and that this trip was postponed in March 2020 for 3 consecutive years. Our original travel planner left the company, and a new one was installed to carry on this trip to completion, (she did a great job). The goal of our trip was based on cultural aspects and the people of the countries visited. Despite setbacks, all and all this was a good trip. Of course, there were several instances beyond everyone’s control that caused this trip to be less than stellar. Weather (pollution). We didn't see the sun for 30+ days, and changes due to the Chinese virus. The explanation of events and itinerary were far more glorious than received. Not bad, but different. But all in all it was a great trip nonetheless. Yes we would recommend to all.
Jasmine's Travel Agency
Based on 1 reviews
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Everyone was professional and very helpful.
Suzie's Travel Agency
Based on 156 reviews
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The trip was fun and exciting and went very well. The guides chosen were very knowledgeable and attentive. Logistics were good as well. Suzie and the team were all very attentive.
Marleen's Travel Agency
Based on 4 reviews
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Our trip was great, no complaints about the travel company which was very supportive and responsive to any requests and last minute change of plans. We normally like to explore the unbeaten paths when we travel and just felt instead we were following more the touristy crowd. As a young couple who likes adventure we would have appreciated more to have the guide to explore places that are more for locals.We noticed the travel company was not too familiar with the hotels we stayed and think might be important for the agents to see the locations in person to give better guidance.
Dharsana's Travel Agency
Based on 22 reviews
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What a trip!! It was full of fun, relaxation and adventure.The Balanise people are wonderful, caring, humble and gracious. From the moment we got off the plane until we got back on, we were taken care of and felt like we were royalty. It was awesome not to stress about where we were going or how we were getting there. The process of creating our trip with Dharsana (San for short) was awesome. We emailed and talked consistently. He even went to one of the places we were considering and did a video call with us. We did some research on items that we definately wanted to do and San suggested some items that were fabulous. It was easy to review our itenerary and makechanges. San met us at the airport as well and ended up spending some time with us during our stay. Our Guides and our Driver were excellent. We have been telling our friends and family about the wonderful time we had and would love to go back.
John's Travel Agency
Based on 160 reviews
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I would definitely use this travel agency again if I go back to Southeast Asia. The airport assistance services and tour guides alone made us feel like VIP. I was especially concerned about going through customs and immigration in Vietnam and Cambodia since we didn't speak the language but it was so easy to find our airport assistance guide each time we landed and have them whisk us through immigration and customs (and bypassing long lines). Our tour guides in Vietnam and Cambodia were very accommodating. Our tour guide in Hanoi was so sweet and treated us like family. The day we left Hanoi, she checked in to make sure we got to our next destination safely. Our tour guide in Hue and Da Nang was like our funny cousin and we appreciated his flexibility. We made changes to our itinerary on the fly when we knew the weather would be bad or when we had to go back to a store for additional fittings.
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We hired this travel company to help us plan our 2 week honeymoon from Philadelphia, PA to Indonesia. I hate to even say hired because they felt like family to us by the end.
My husband and I spent nearly a year working with a US based travel agent before we found this travel agency. It was during COVID so there was lots of restrictions and unknowns. It was an unusual and scary time to be planning travel but eventually the borders to Indonesia opened just weeks before our wedding. We were ready to pull the trigger but after many unanswered calls and emails we eventually heard back from the original travel agent who said she was in a car accident and unable to continue with our booking. While very sympathetic to her situation, we were left high and dry. We didn’t feel comfortable booking on our own given all the COVID red tape and we had a bunch on our plate already with planning our wedding. I couldn’t imagine starting over with someone new. We felt let down and very discouraged.
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The hotels were breathtaking and Dharsana got us the best suite everywhere. We stayed in Sanur Bali, Senggigi Lombok, Gili Lombok and Ubud Bali. They each offer something different which is exactly what we asked Dharsana for. Beach to rainforest and everything in between.Breakfast was included and Dharsana also provided lunch and dinner suggestions. Food was DELICIOUS everywhere.Airline/Boat transportation from Bali to Lombok to Gili and back was included and organized for us.Car Transportation was included, to and from the airports, excursions or anywhere and everywhere we desired. And generally it was the same gentleman which was nice because you got to know one anotherEnglish speaking tour guides were included everywhere. They accompanied us during transport and excursions which was nice to have. And always had snacks/cold bottled waters for us in the car. Also, generally the same person which is comforting. These guides became our dear friends and we are now connected with them on social media to keep in contact. Our guide in Lombok even invited us to his home to visit his village, meet his family and have a home cooked meal together. I couldn’t imagine a more authentic experience.All the people of Indonesia were very kind - In hotels and villages. Its strange coming from America to a culture that is so open and welcoming.VIP airport concierge services was included. Someone met us at the gate and helped navigate through the airport, customs and even skipped some lines.Excursions were included. Some were organized with Dharsana during the planning and some were spur of the moment which Dharsana helped us arrange while we were there. They showed all the beauty Indonesia had to offer and in luxury. ALL private excursions. No crowded tour groups or buses.Random things we needed like a hot spot and adapter were there for us. I even needed a convertor for my hair dryer which Dharsana had mailed to me at the hotel. Who does that!?!?! Dharsana.We let Dharsana know how much cash we needed exchanged and he had it for us upon arrival so we didn’t need to worry about exchanging ourselves or paying a fee.My husband became ill at one point and Dharsana had a medic at the next hotel waiting for him before we even got there.Dharsana is actually in Jakarta which is a couple hour flight from Bali so I was sad at first thinking we wouldn’t get to meet him in person and then he SURPRISED us. He was there upon at arrival at our first hotel to welcome us, he was there when my husband got sick to help us when we were down and make us feel comfortable, and he was there AGAIN at the airport when we left to see us off. Most importantly, we felt safe with Dharsana and in Indonesia.An absolutely flawless execution by this travel company. I can sincerely say that our honeymoon would not have been as memorable if it wasn’t for Dharsana and his team. I wouldn’t change a thing and I will NEVER go to Indonesia again without booking with him. I recommend him 100 times and would give ten stars if I could. To our travel agency, we love you and cant wait until we meet again.
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