The hotel hosted two incredibly well done beach dinners- one tropical theme and the other with a Mexican theme. The tropical night had an incredible team of singers and dancers who demonstrated traditional dances from across the world of tropical destinations. There were dozens of food stalls and I barely made it halfway around.
Drinks were also plentiful though I got so enamored watching the dancers that I forgot to get up for dessert or beverages as I didn't want to miss anything.
For the Mexican night, the decorations were even more elaborate with brightly colored streamers, flowered arches and block letters spelling out Mexico on the way in. Along the pathway we were offered drinks and popsicles and everyone was dressed festively.
I decided to be more sensible and survey my options before filling my plate. Food options were overwhelming and beautifully presented. They had skewers roasting over an open flame and a beautiful buffet of salsas on the table.
Everywhere I looked there were carts laden with candied apples and cotton candy.
Again, there were talented dancers with gorgeous colorful costumes and grand musical performances.
They even had the most talented balloon artist I've ever encountered. He created grand balloon hats in seconds!
As the party was winding down, there was a pinata. All the kids got to line up and take a swing. These were hearty pinatas and even a few adults (myself included) got to take a whack at them after the kids tired. The night finished with a small fireworks display.
The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
2 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
3 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.