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Hi Annabelle!

I'm terrific, thank you for asking - the sunshine was out today, and absolutely gorgeous temperatures :)

No worries!
I appreciate your note:)
We're meeting this weekend to go over flights for taking their daughter to school, and the tour possibility.
I've been doing some reading on the tour recommendations you provided, and the problem is, now I want to go too!! LOL!

I will let you know as soon as I do :)

Thank you again for the amazing customer service - it's Tour and Travel Coordinators like you that make my job so easy, fun, AND! I get to be a total planning Rock Star for my clients! LOL!
Have a wonderfully busy, non-stressful day!

Mary Beth Buchanan – The Destination Experts

Hey Vasil!!

So, I never heard back from my YHZ pax, but I did want to take a moment today and thank you again for helping me out. I know that Anderson Vacations are trying to be the "Canada Specialists"... and once again you pulled through in a pinch for a quote for me. You rock!! I wish it turned into a booking for both of us... but at the very least I can say that I did my job by getting the quote to the clients, and you were instrumental in allowing me to do it in a timely fashion, with a GOOD option, not just a thrown-together package.

Keep up the good work!

Shannon Poole
Travel Consultant
Marlin Travel

“Sorry I have taken so long to respond but I caught a bad cold on the way home and I missed several days of work last week. When I finally returned to work there were piles of things on my desk. You know how that goes! I don't have any pictures yet but when I do I will forward them to you.

Our trip was FABULOUS !!!! Several of us drove to Calgary the nite before and stayed at the Hilton so we could get an early start in the morning. My job as hostess started first thing in the AM when one of my ladies went to fill in the US Immigration form at the airport and discovered she had her daughter's passport instead of her own. After a tense hour of trying to rectify that I had her rebooked on a later flight via Toronto ( she had to overnite there) while one of her family members made a hurried drive to Calgary with her passport. I won't burden you with all the forest fires I had to stamp out ( from one lady's broken denture, lenses that fell out of glasses, falls, sprained knees, etc ). My ability as a competent hostess was challenged but we managed to make it through. I must say that Moonie ( the concierge at the Warwick) went above and beyond - everyone was commenting on his helpfulness and always with a smile but I think he was glad to see us go !! He actually walked my lady with the broken denture to the dentist's office, waited for her, and walked her back. You don't get better service than that. The hotel was great although not all of us got outside rooms but I realize they did the best they could. They seemed to be very busy. The transfers were great - a little confusing when you first get to the airport but it all worked out okay. Whitey met us in the lobby of the hotel and was most cordial and helpful and had all our tickets ready. It went very smoothly. The "Jersey boys" was incredible but next time I will let you know what kind of seats we want so you build that pricing into the package price. There were 4 rows of seats right in front of us with absolutely no one in them that would have been better seats. If you need the money right away I will just include it in the deposit. The hop on/hop off bus tickets worked great. I think next time I will include that 8 hr bus tour of New York for the first day and then just a 2 day bus pass. Many of the ladies that went on this tour want to go back again. I will have you price out another package to New York pretty soon. Carmine's was fantastic but I think they thought they were feeding 25 truckers instead of 25 ladies, there was sooooo much food left over but it was soooo good. I will know better for next time. We ended up taking the leftovers and some of the ladies gave it to the homeless as they walked back to the Warwick. All in all it was a great trip and I definitely will be doing it again a few more times. I have a small private group of approximately 10 - 16 people who I would like you to price but I need to find out the date. The Warwick was definitely a hit with everyone so I will definitely be using it as our hotel of choice. What are the prices like if I wanted to do another one in November of this year ? I have a list already of approximately 15 - 20 more people who were unable to get on this trip who want to go. I am also going to have you price out New Orleans for around the beginning of April, 2012. This would be made of mostly of the ladies who were on this trip. I think for that trip we will use either the Marriott or something similar along Canal Street just across from the French Quarter unless you know of a very nice property in the FQ that would be appropriate. I have stayed in a couple of places in the FQ and neither one of them made my heart sing. This would be for a week and I also would like to maybe make it part of the package for a day or two to do some volunteer work in some capacity. There must be organizations that could use some help for a day or two.

Anyway, thank you sooooo much for all your help. You did an excellent job and I appreciate all your time. Keep in touch and just give me a couple of days more to feel better and we will start on the next one. I found 25 pax to New York is my max. Maybe to a different destination a few more would be fine. Thanks again for all your help.”

“Just to let you know we had an excellent holiday and all arrangements fell into place perfectly. The hotels, tours and activities were first class and the weather was pretty good too.It really was a spectacular  trip with all the wonderful sights. Many thank for the package  you put together for us and we would have no hesitation in recommending you to our friends who may wish to travel to Canada.”

Trevor Stunman, Northern Ireland

“I just heard back from Shirley and Archie and they said everything was perfect on their trip- I'm including their email below.  I want to thank you for doing such a wonderful job for me on this and I'll be sending more business your way!”

Lisa Loerzel, All Continents Travel

“Just to let you know, my mom and I are having a great time.  I highly recommend Halifax as a vacation destination.  I will have to come back when there is more time.  The Lord Nelson is an excellent place to stay.  You can safely recommend it to other travellers as the service is very good.  It is close to a lot of attractions in the city.  Halifax is best seen on foot.  I would not attempt to drive here as it is very hilly.  Pedestrians are everywhere.  It is a very busy place.  That is part of its charm for me.

Well, I will close for now and get ready for a Beethoven concert at Dalhousie tonight.”

Paula Basar

“Congratulations and Many Thanks for putting together and managing our 50th Anniversary Tour in  Montreal and Quebec City!

It was truly a memorable and enjoyable experience!
Everyone was super nice and helpful.
The accommodations were superb.
The tours provided us with a variety of experiences and helped us with orientation when we were out on our own.
VIA was a pleasant and comfortable way to travel.  [Amtrak should take lessons!]
The vouchers worked perfectly and provided us with all the information we needed.
The snow, when we were in Quebec City, was truly the 'frosting on the cake'.

Best wishes and a wonderful 2008 to you and all at Anderson Vacations who took such good care of us.

Jacquelin and Carlton Bostic, Toronto, Ontario

Hi Tom,

I wanted to let you know that we had an amazing time on our trip to Canada.  The weather was perfect!  We only had rain one day in Banff and that wasn’t all day either.  The hotels were nice.  I especially liked the Rosedale on Robson.  Everything about it was perfect!! 

Our favorite cities were Vancouver and Jasper.  We enjoyed the ferry and I especially enjoyed the seaplane.  That was a first time experience for me! 

The tree trekking in Whistler was fun and yes there is plenty of time to do the day tour & the tree trekking. 

The Rocky Mountains are just beautiful!!  Between the both of taking pictures we ended up with approximately 2600.  We saw a lot of wild animals as we were going through the mountains.  The Columbia Icefields were really fun.  It was something to be able to walk around on a glacier.  My husband even has a picture of me holding glacier ice!!

When all said and done, we had a great vacation and would do Vancouver again.  I will keep Anderson Vacations in my favorites for our next trip to Canada.

Thank you for putting together a fun filled vacation for us!!

Sue Hanchin, Irvine, CA

OUR CANADIAN ADVENTURE

The Sea Wall in Vancouver’s Stanley Park was our hike on the first day
Cyclists, Roller Bladers and Skate Boarders zooming round the other way
A sea otter and her two young pups ate lunch on rocks in sea
Then swam ashore to greet us as close as they could be
The Capalino Suspension Bridge thrilled as it swayed and swung
And we felt like birds in treetops where the wooden walkways hung.

Two days on Rocky Mountaineer, enjoyed each snow-capped peak
On which intrepid climbers more thrills will ever seek
Crested Jasper’s Whistler by the Tramway, then hiked four hours on high
While the scorching sun kept blazing down from out the clear blue sky
Then to Athabasca Glacier where we walked and gazed in awe
And the guide gave information on everything we saw.

Next stop was Chateau Lake Louise with such a fantastic view
Overlooking blue/green water and so many things to do
We set out along the lakeside, then up towards the snow line crown
Paddled in the icy river and saw an avalanche come down
The wondrous towering mountains were soon being left behind
With their waterfalls and glacial lakes, Banff our next place to find.

We climbed Tunnel Mountain in the morning then along Bow River Trail
Which brought us through quiet woodland glades while the rafters by did sail
The elk and calves grazed tranquilly and didn’t seem to mind
The invasion of their territory by the two legged mankind
Viewed the glacial Hoodoo figures, walked through the bikers’ wood
Where the ravages of the Pine Beetle could be clearly understood.

Wallowed in the Sulphur Hot Springs, cooled down in welcome showers
And found it so relaxing we could have stayed for hours
Toured Museum of the First Nations and learned their native lore
Saw how they lived and traded back in the days of yore
Our four days there just galloped, then on to Calgary
From Toronto to Niagara where the whole world seemed to be.

Maid of the Mist then brought us as close as she could go
And the thundering wall of water gave a spectacular show
Enshrouded in our plastic we laughed through mist and spray
We were so entranced by what we saw we went out a second day
Then we went behind the water - an experience unsurpassed
Those sights imprinted on our mind will surely always last.

In the virtual Niagara Fury we experienced the Ice Age
Donned the macs again for going o’er the simulated edge
Then to cap it all we soared aloft on a Helicopter ride
And in the dangling Whirlpool Aero Car crossed to the U.S. side
From Marriot’s twenty-second floor we saw the towers of spray
The rainbows and the fireworks put on at close of day.

We explored quiet Dufferin Island and then the shore upstream
Then downstream by White Water where the force was clearly seen
Our free transport passes were well used to get us round the town
As our hotel was on the heights and attractions all were down
We had one heavy cloudburst our last day at the Fall
And two showers in Banff the only time we saw rain overall.

The friendliness from all we met was quite a special thing
Once an Austrian and the Irish lass” Molly Malone” did sing
Then “Springtime in the Rockies” was warbled on the heights
While her videoing Armenian friend recorded in her sights
We saw creatures of the country, some common, some quite rare
Bald Eagles, deer and pica, ground hog and great black bear.

Then back to Toronto airport for our last midnight flight
The lights below were multi-hued as we journeyed through the night
Our magical trip was over but the memories will not dim
And to share our joy with others we write this Canadian hymn
We’ve now seen all we wanted to and we know we wont be back
But we’ve left some happy footprints on our Canadian track

Regards
Brid and Ken

Fully Escorted Tours:

Customer Testimonials:

"I want to compliment Anderson Vacations on the  "Circle Newfoundland & Labrador" tour.  I have traveled with numerous companies and this is an exceptionally high quality product.  The tour guide and driver were exceptionally professional and knowledgeable.  We had a great time! Thank you for a wonderful vacation!"

June , Edmonton

"I was SO impressed with my tour guide to the Kimberly Accordion Festival. She treated us like we were family and took care of all of our needs.  My purse was stolen on the last day of the tour and our guide took care of everything: she spoke to the police and personally organized details for its return in the event that it was found.  Amazingly, it turned up a few days later and was mailed to my home in Edmonton... with some of my money still inside!  There is nothing like competent and caring service, and Anderson Vacations went above and beyond.  Thank You!"

Shirley , Edmonton

“We’re glad we didn’t make our first trip on our own. Kathy (escort) provided so much information. It was great. We were well looked after.” 

George and Barbara, Edmonton

“This was our first bus tour, it was a test. It passed with flying colors. We hope to do more. Marilyn (escort) provided excellent commentary, Coach driver was great and kept the coach clean.”

George and Barbara, Edmonton

“Excellent value – Excellent guide and driver. Lots of Information, very informative. Various activities on the trip helped to pass the time, and they were fun. It shows that Anderson Vacations is a family business with the added touches ad personal care. Well done and Thank You! I look forward to other trips with you”

Rita, Edmonton

“A very well planned tour with the most enlightening historic sites. A most knowledgeable and accommodating tour guide/director. A super Holiday. Sincere thanks”

J , Edmonton

“Great guide and driver, very personable, friendly, caring. Long driving days went by very quickly, 3 day stay in one place much appreciated. Sightseeing times were just right which allowed for ‘free time’.”

Rose Desousa & Tillie, Egon, Edmonton

“The tour was very well organized. Our tour guide was always cheerful pointing out the most important things and not talking all the time. The coach drivers were excellent.”

Don & Wilma

"I don't even know where to begin!  Yes it was awesome like I told everyone.  Roz and Selena were like two little kids,  "Is this the Rockies?" every time we went somewhere new.  When we finally reached them their mouths just dropped.  I really think this made the trip even better.  I really don't know how Anderson Vacation did it, but really got the best deal ever.  We even stop at a road side stand and bought fruit that we even washed right there so we could eat them on the way.  This was my 5th time at the Rockies and saw different things.  Keep up the good work.  The weather was just great"

Flemming Tours & cruises Client, St. Louis MO

Charters (Anderson Logistics):

Customer Testimonials:

Hi Joseph,

Just wanted to thank you for arranging the coach for our tour last weekend (July 16-17). The coach was extremely comfortable and very clean, and of course our seniors always appreciate a coach that "kneels" especially when we have several stops in both directions. But the best thing you did for us was to find such a great driver. Ray Golinsky was one of the best drivers we have had on our tours. He is so personable with the clients, talked to everyone, smiled, never complained, and on top of that he was a safe, reliable driver! I had many clients come up to me after, asking that I send a 'commendation' to you saying what a great driver he was. And I certainly agreed, because a driver like Ray can make such a difference to the whole tour.

When we need another long-haul coach, we will certainly request that he be our driver - if he is available.

Thanks again.

Brian Key, Tour Director

“My name is Donna Odegaard, I’m a staff member of Align Orthodontics which is located in both Edmonton & Sherwood Park area. Every 2nd year we at Align attend a Fall Retreat which requires us to charter a bus.  We have charted the bus through Anderson Logistics for our last two retreats and have been extremely satisfied with the service and the  buses provided for us.”

Thank you!
D.Odegaard

“In regards to coach #260 supplied by Anderson Logistics for management personnel to travel to and from Fort McMurray to site, I would like to express Berry Y and V’s appreciation of the newest coach working the CNRL site.  The continued dependability, courtesy and safe driving of our driver, and attention to detail is appreciated.”

Charles Good, Manager.


Group Programs and Receptive Services:

“Hi Corey. The tour was a total success. The group was thrilled with all aspects of the tour, with Allan being a huge highlight as their guide. Please pass on the very positive compliments to him. The food, venues, itinerary, etc were all viewed with nothing but satisfaction. Thanks for all your help and we hope to do business again with you.

Oz and NZ are potentially on our radar so I will stay in touch

Paul

“Brain Noble our driver, guide, director went over the above to make our trip excellent there is no one better in their job he rated #1.”

Frances Kalinowski

“Your TOUR was classified by us as excellent due to your DRIVE/GUIDE Gunther Winters. He bent over backwards to accommodate everyone under all circumstances! His skill level plus knowledge we hope is compensated to the fullest by you.”

Ingrid Snyder & Bob Watts

“WOW! What a Tour. Could not be faulted and much appreciated from point of pickup to point of drop off. All above comments is truly meant.”

Gedric & Shirley Logan

“The tour was fantastic. Our bus driver and guide was the best. Brain Noble went out of his way to make sure every passenger was comfortable and happy.”

Pat & Allain Walker

“Good Morning Cory, I just spoke to the leader of my group and they had a wonderful time. You were certainly right, every detail was looked after. They couldn’t say enough about the guide and driver. As it turned out other Rotarians were on the bus, they also picked up people along the way. One fortunate thing was the weather, they only had one rainy day and that was the day they went to New Brunswick.

Thanks for all your hard work I will certainly use your company for my booking in the future.”

Karen

“I am now back in the old country and I wanted to tell you that the trip around the Rockies was just great and enjoyed by all of us.  You did a really good job of organizing our tour and we wanted to let you know that all went well.  The highlight of our tour was have lunch at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.  It was breathtaking.  Once again thanks for the hard work.”

Frances Pike, Friendship Force Oxfordshire

“As an Australian niche tour operator offering genuinely fulfilling group touring experiences it is essential we select reliable and personable companies to work closely with.  
I find Anderson’s Vacations to be exactly that. Their speed of service, advice and suggestions are excellent and being able to have peace of mind when our groups are so far away is very comforting.”

Euan Landsborough, Managing Director – Albatross Travel Group (Australia)


Conference Housing:

Customer Testimonials:

"Thanks so much for all your work Corey.  We are so glad to be working with you and Seth and the entire Anderson SimpleRES team.”

Wendy Grosfield, AAMDC (Alberta Association of Municipalities)

“I just want to let you know that Courtney and the SimpleRES system have been invaluable these past few weeks. She should be commended for her diligence and efforts on your behalf particularly with the initial influx of reservations that we had from both exhibitors and attendees. I have really appreciated all you guys have done.”

Camille Petrick, Managing Director
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine