I have travelled on many of your trips and Lisa was one of the very best guides I have had! She was extremely knowledgeable, always positive with a smile on her face, very organized, brought us treats on the bus during the day, and made our travels fun and exciting. Lisa was always looking for doing something extra that was not in the plan such as taking us for a walk in our free time to show us more of the cities, and she looked after each of us at all times to make sure we were having fun. She made excellent suggestions of where to shop and eat! Lisa made all of us very happy and it showed in how well we all got along as a group. This was a trip I will always remember and Lisa greatly helped to make it that way!!!!

We usually do not expand on our feedback but we just had to let you know what a great job the driver did on this tour. Rob was friendly and took an interest in each and every passenger. We looked forward to getting on the coach each day and seeing Rob. Great asset! The Golden Skybridge is a must-do. Everyone who did it was thrilled. The Planet Bee Honey Farm was great. The brief lecture was informative and engaging. We did not have lunch there as it was too early, but you absolutely should schedule lunch there. It looked delicious. This stop is a keeper. The other stops we did that day were not nearly as good. The Summerhill Winery lunch was delicious. So filling, in fact, we could not eat dinner that night. This is the first time on all of our trip with Gate 1 (6 of them) that the entire group meshed perfectly and got along. I attribute that to Tina clearly setting the guidelines on what is expected from everyone when traveling as a group.

Can't thank Laura F. enough for introducing us to Banff and its remarkable surroundings! Canada has a LOT to offer and Laura made it so amazing from her perspective as a local! She shared a lot of the Canadian culture and the history behind Banff, as well as took us to the less touristy and more hidden local gems, like Canmore! She gave great presentations and tips on how to spot a black bear versus a Grizzly, and what NOT to do as well!!! Her candor and sense of humor made the trip more memorable and enjoyable than we were expecting! She played a variety of Canadian songs and snippets of the Vinyl Cafe, hosted by Stewart, which gave us a glimpse of the Canadian humor and way of life!! She and our driver, Chris, gave an outstanding introduction to a taste of the Canadian Rockies, along with why Canadians have such a strong love affair with the great outdoors!! You can feel the love Laura has for her country as she shares stories of growing up in Canada! She was so kind enough to share with us some local Canadian treats, like cookies and candy, along the ride. We had a fantastic group and felt like one big happy family traveling together! So thank you again, Laura, for sharing your enthusiasm and love for Banff and this beautiful country of yours! And thank you, Chris, for keeping us comfortable, safe and on time to our various destinations!! We left even more excited about visiting the provinces of Alberta and BC, and look forward to visiting again in the future!!

It was one of my bucket list that I like most aside from the Switzerland trip last year . Our tour guide Carolyn made our tour very formative and livelier she took us to the most places that are very nice and beautiful . Our driver Bruce made our Trip safe and sound he was such a good driver and very caring . Thus trip was so memorable in fact those pictures I posted in Facebook some of my friends admired the places we have have been too . Overall it was a fantastic trip thank you stacy you are such a good and helpful agent of Gate one travel .

What an excellent trip! Just a few specific things I figured I'd note: Mereille was a terrifically friendly guide, and I appreciated her little touches to make the bus commute days better (e.g. playing Bingo!) John was THE BEST driver I've ever had.. and I've been on a lot of these trips! He had an awesome sense of humor and handled the bus like a boss. The deluxe lunch at Chez Dany was an absolute blast. I really appreciated that they provided a vegetarian version of the meat pie for me! The guide in Quebec City was hilarious and informative. I had the pleasure of meeting up with her later in the trip and she continued to be funny, friendly, and helpful. A random tip for encouraging travelers to arrive at the Montreal airport extra-early for departure: there is a free play arcade in the terminal! I enjoyed spending an hour there while I waited for my departure flight.

Was a great trip , Jeff our guide is so knowledgeable about Canada , Nova Scotia , New Brunswick , Prince Edward Island etc . I always know a good guide when I get done with a trip and I look back and say "I'd like to travel with that guide again somewhere " . It might not even be a Gate one tour they are just so nice . Jeff was one of those .We are now thinking of driving to the area on a later date . The city guide for Halifax was very knowledgeable too , and so proud of his home town. Enjoyed his graveyard knowledge of the Titanic graves wow .

Awesome! My first trip with Gate1 but definitely not the last. First day 'til the last day was filled with beauty, information, and excitement. Lodging was fabulous, breakfasts were good, our tour guide Howard was on point for his knowledge and any question you had for him. Can't wait to book another tour. By the way, due to fires in Canada and being rerouted thru Edmonton was all flawless. No hiccups to the patrons whatsoever.

This was my first experience with gate one and due to the absolutely fantastic trip I just experienced I will now be a regular customer. The tour Director, Greg J, was outstanding; rarely do you see someone who is able to be professional, cheerful and fun all at the same time while continuing to make sure our safety is the first priority. With such a diverse number of personalities, it is difficult to make sure everyone is happy all the time, but Greg did his best to make sure that was everyone's experience was fantastic! The tours were brilliant, beautiful, and so educational. Each day started with a greeting from Greg outlining all that we would be doing that day. Throughout the day, he would check in with everyone to see how things were going. I saw him interact with all of my fellow travelers in a very kind and interested manner. At the end of the day, he would always check in with everyone and ask for our honest reviews of where we had been. He did a wonderful job making sure we felt heard. Greg is not only an outstanding individual with a kind heart and winning smile. He is what I will now picture in my mind when I think about gateway travel and due to his terrific work you can be sure I will coming back time and again. (I have already told three friends about my experience.) Please let Greg know how much I appreciate what he did to make this trip my very favorite out of the other 67 countries I have visited. He's incredible and the gold standard for your directors. I would also like to thank our bus driver, Paul. He and Greg had a very good working relationship and due to their conversations and planning I believe we saw more of the true Newfoundland and Labrador that other people I saw on tour groups around us. And just to let you know, other tour groups were very envious of how much fun we were having!

The trip was great and the weather was great as well. We had a one-night stop over in Kamloops on our long drive to the Victoria ferry and that AM we woke up to fairly heavy smoke but we left there right after breakfast and the smoke cleared as we travelled toward the ferry. It was all blue skies after that. I spotted a grizzly bear on our rafting excursion. Overall, the scenery was spectacular, the guide (Micky) was great, and the people in our group were a lot of fun. Thanks for a flawless vacation set-up.

I just finished an absolutely AMAZING trip with Micky through the Canadian Rockies. Micky wanted us to know and love Canada the way that he does. As a result we not only SAW Canada, we EXPERIENCED it! He went "above and beyond" at each turn for us. The best example of that, I think, was the trivia quiz he did about where each of us (couple or individual) came from. That took extra time and effort on his part, as did so much of what we received from him over the course of the ten days. Micky made sure that we were aware of what was happening and, given the threat of smoke on our route, what could potentially happen. While we didn't need to make any adjustments (and we know we were fortunate in that), he wanted to be sure that we weren't surprised if we did.

We just returned from the Canadian Rockies & Vancouver Island trip, starting at Calgary and ending in Vancouver. We had the most wonderful time! First and foremost, our guide, Carolyn, was absolutely fantastic! Not only was she knowledgeable about the places we visited, she shared her personal perspectives of her country and countrymen, the nuances of life on the right and left sides of Canada, and always had interesting tidbits about sports, culture, food. Our driver, Adrian, was top-notch--friendly, personable, polite, conscientious to a tee, kept his bus sparking clean inside and out. It felt to us like window-cleaning fairies magically did their job during our comfort stops; not once did we actually witness the cleaning but each time you got back on the bus, windows had been refreshed! Our fellow travelers consisted of 29 interesting, considerate, kind, friendly people. Thank you, Gate1, for consistently "selecting" such fine folks to enjoy its tours (smiles)!

This was my first trip since the pandemic. I went to Dubai with you before the pandemic. I had a wonderful time. I was a little skeptical about traveling with the global rising of the Covid variants. However I went anyway. I had a ball. It was a great trip. Most of it was due to the wonderful Tour Director, Gary, who was with us the whole time. We also had a wonderful bus driver named Betty, The two of them were meant to be together. All of the old people on the trip had a blast. They kept us laughing the whole time. Laughing is so infectious and that is what we all needed. Gary was so funny that when you look at him, you would start to laugh. His knowledge of the areas was great. However his personality was a plus for all of the trip participants. I travel with Gate I and I hope that I meet up with him again. I have been to Australia and Dubai with Gate One. You do a great job. Gary is a great asset to your trips. Kudos to Gary.

From the moment we embarked on our journey to the breathtaking Canadian Rockies with Gate 1, it was evident that we were in for a treat. The professionalism and personal touch of our tour guide, Aaron, set the tone for what was undeniably a memorable experience. Right from the onset, Aaron made every individual in our group feel welcomed and at ease. His meticulous explanation of our travel itinerary and consistent effort to ensure that all our needs were met were commendable. One particularly heartwarming gesture was his attention to the personal milestones within our group. Celebrating the three birthdays that occurred during our trip made the experience feel even more special and intimate. Then, there was our bus driver, Kong. His dedication to our comfort and safety was palpable. The bus, our home on wheels, was always immaculately clean, and the care he showed for our luggage was as if he was handling his own personal belongings. On the winding roads of the Rockies, having a competent and skilled driver is crucial. With Kong at the wheel, we always felt secure. This being our first outing with Gate 1, my wife and I approached the trip with a touch of apprehension, keen to evaluate if this was a travel company we could trust for our future adventures. By the end of our journey, not only were our doubts erased, but we found ourselves eagerly perusing the Gate 1 catalogue, itching to book our next two trips within the forthcoming six months. In summary, our trip to the Canadian Rockies with Gate 1 was nothing short of phenomenal. The combined efforts of Aaron and Kong made it an experience we'll cherish and eagerly share with friends and family. A hearty 'job well done' to the team, and we look forward to our upcoming adventures with Gate 1.

The 9 day Gate1 tour of SE Canada was absolutely fabulous! Loved it. Great guide + bus driver and local guides. Great hotels , food, etc. Highly recommend this tour.

Our bus driver, Keith, was the best! He gave us a smooth, comfortable ride. He was an experienced driver and friendly and we all enjoyed and loved him by the end of our trip. Our tour guide, Karen, was top notch! She was so knowledgeable and shared so many interesting stories about the areas we passed and visited. She gave very explicit directions when we stopped for washrooms, meals, and hotels/lodging. She also shared some of Canada with us each afternoon as we traveled to our next destination in the form of treats (huckleberry taffy, maple cream cookies, and more). She would also take pictures of people, if requested. You could tell she enjoyed her job and was proud of her country. Karen and Keith were very professional, worked well together, and both had a good sense of humor as did our whole group, which made our trip even more enjoyable and memorable.

This was our first trip with Gate 1 and it was fabulous! Our host and guide, Shinead, was the reason we will come back. She was professional, very organized and her knowledge of the area was incredible. She was calm, funny, outgoing and pulled strangers together to be a "unified" group by the end of the trip. The trip of the Canadian Rockies proved more stunning than we could have ever imagined. We saw a lot of territory in a short amount of time. The points of interest were perfect! I will be highly recommending this trip to all my friends. I also want to give a recommendation to our bus driver, Clint. He was very professional and got us safely to and from all our destinations. All in all this was an amazing trip that Gate 1 has put together. Thank you. Now to plan our next trip!!!!! Thank you.

I wanted to send a note expressing how wonderful our tour manager Jeff was. He was so knowledgeable about everywhere we went and timed everything perfectly. We were impacted by fires on our driving route going to Jasper and he handled this with ease. Keep him on as long as you can! Additionally, the tour itself was great. It hit all the high points and was a great value! This is my second Gate 1 tour and I'll be back for more tours with you. Great job!

We had a wonderful time and our tour guide Jeff was exceptional. What an awesome tour guide! He was so knowledgeable, make you feel so important, shared his experiences and showed us pictures where we are since his been there, very hospitable and let us tasted some of the treats from Canada e.g. maple leaf cookies and cream liquor, help us take pictures. We thank Jeff for everything since we can't have a better experience that that if not for him. We give a big thanks to James (driver) for making us safe at all times, his driving skills is excellent, the bus is always clean, make us sure we're hydrated since water is ready at your side. He deserved to be recognized as well. But most of all we enjoyed the group (38) we joined, since everyone was nice, punctual and organized. Thank you Gate 1, we had an excellent experience on this tour, we loved all the places we visited and we couldn't experience it without Jeff and James. Thank you so much for both of them.

My trip to the Canadian Maritimes was enjoyable right from the beginning. Our guide Julia was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about everything and Kevin was an excellent driver. Every day, Julia had surprises for us - things which were not in the itinerary and which made the trip more enjoyable. I made friends and found that the arrangements for single people were very appropriate. For these reasons, I have already booked my next trip with Gate 1 Travel.

My wife and I have been on many a tour over the years. The one thing we have found, is it is the guide and his knowledge that can make or break a tour. We have had guide's ranging from fair to good. But on our last tour with GATE ONE, (4 day tour to Quebec City, Canada), Time frame, 8th - 11 December, 2022. We found our guide nothing less than excellent. Mr. John was knowledgeable, answered all questions, both current and about the history of the area. He also would go above and beyond by helping out the people in his group, no matter what the situation was. His personality and good humor made everyone in the group feel at ease, and helped make to tour a complete success. If your company had a training section for guides. I would highly suggest that you use Mr. John as an instructor to show other how to be an excellent professional guide.

Our trip was fantastic! Our Tour Manager was Deanna and our bus driver was Betty. They worked really well together as a team. They were very personal and personable with everyone. Everyone felt special. They were caring and addressed everyone's needs. They were always there to answer questions or give advice on what to do. We rate each of them with a 10+ rating and higher if we could. We started out as strangers and over the week, because of Deanna's personality and games, we learned about each other and became friends. The itinerary was great. Being able to stay at least 2 nights made it relaxing and easier to see each city. Niagara Falls was awesome. You can't describe it's beauty in pictures. The boat ride was so much fun. As was other stops along the way during the week. We lucked out with the weather and the scenery was spectacular! This is not our first trip with Gate 1. We have a couple more trips booked. One is with friends who have never travelled with Gate 1. We want them to feel the way we did on the last trips we have taken. We hope to get a tour manager and driver as good as Deanna and Betty. In closing, thus far, we have been treated very well with you in the past and hope to have that feeling in the future.

Our tour guide John was excellent. He went above and beyond to make each guest feel comfortable. He is approachable and helpful, making dinner reservations as well as suggestions for use of our free time. He had a great rapport with our driver, John, and kept our tour moving at an agreeable pace. John, our driver, was personable as well. They were a great combination for our trip.

It was great! The scenery was amazing! We enjoyed all of the activities from boat rides, the gondola up the mountain, riding on the glacier and the hiking. Would recommend this trip to others. Thank you Gate1 for another awesome adventure!

I want to take this opportunity to commend our tour guide, Tina and our coach driver Chris for their exceptional service and competence. Not only were they both very friendly, informative and considerate but they also had to deal with last minute changes because of the power grid failures due to the mountain forest fires. They kept us aware of the situation and did so professionally and with concern. They worked hard behind the scenes to assure us we were safe and had comfortable accommodations when we couldn't stay in Jasper. They were willing to go the "extra mile" when we had to stay at a place that didn't have porters on staff and really were considerate of people's needs even when some were rather demanding. They were a terrific team and I would look forward to another tour with either or both of them. Thank you for having such wonderful, competent people working in your company. They made the trip an experience to never forget!

Our trip was fabulous, beautiful, fun and just awesome. We were with a great group of people and our tour guide Jenny went above and beyond to make sure all were taken care of. She knows the answer to everything, and if she doesn't, she finds out. She truly has a great love for her job and her state and it shows. A tour guide can make or break a trip....and she made it! Cheers to her for going above and beyond with music and treats and conversations.....and the list goes on and on, but I just don't have enough time. Cheers to her and our trip!

Joe and I had a fantastic trip to the Maritimes. Our guide Francis was amazing. Everyone who had other gate 1 trips said Francis was the best they ever had. This sets the bar high for our next trip. We will be looking at trip options for next fall. Francis was so informative and kept us laughing. Very organized and professional. Our driver Brian was also amazing. Parking a bus in tight spots and having water available. Both Brian and Francis made a great team. Joe and I enjoyed all the sights, sounds and good food of the maritime. I will be recommending this trip to my friends. Joe was amazed at the history we were told that we didn't know. We were the only Canadians and enjoyed our American friends on this tour.

Our tour manager, Diana, was outstanding. She gave local history of people, culture & government of the areas we were in which made the tour much more interesting. She handled very well the different personalities within our group. She prepared us for the differences in the hotels which were significant. She used her good sense of humor to manage individuals. She gave us options on meals by showing us where grocery stores were for picnics as well as telling us about the restaurants and the average price ranges that would be available the next 1-2 days. She gave excellent orientation walks of each city after we arrived. She gave a fun wrap-up of our tour with a game of questions with prizes.

This 9-Day Canadian Rockies with Lake Louise trip was life changing. It was absolutely amazing nature at it's best, the beauty touched our souls. Jeff was an absolutely AMAZING guide. The knowledge and personal experience he shared with us was so thorough, tremendously helpful & meaningful! His personality, excitement and helpfulness were amazing and sincere. He truly loves sharing his country with others. Nothing was too much trouble. He's an amazing, delightful individual. And Binel, our motor coach driver was SO kind, helpful and SAFE driver. Another amazing individual. Memories of this trip will remain with us forever! We will likely return to this amazing place

I wanted to compliment and praise our tour guide Aaron. He was outstanding and deserves to be acknowledged beyond the excellent rating in the survey. He was knowledgeable, punctual, patient, kind, watched out for everyone, especially the mobility impaired guests. He is very good in preparing us for each day's activities and schedule so that we were prepared and therefore a prompt on/off the bus situation. He made the longer bus segments fun by playing songs, giving us background information and providing a taste of local snacks. He should be commended in all aspects!

Just some additional compliments about our tour guide, Aaron (9 Day National Parks of Canada, August 2022). His enthusiasm, energy and resourcefulness were unparalleled. This was our first Gate1 tour and, based on the itinerary and the excellence of our tour guide, we plan to take more! Aaron went "above and beyond" each day, guiding us through a full itinerary, imparting his wide range of knowledge, responding to any situation that "popped up", and always making sure that we had the best experience. He personally introduced us to local Canadian treats and provided helpful guidance on what to do during our free time (restaurants, shops, attractions, etc.). He asked each one of is to provide our favorite songs and then compiled a playlist for us to enjoy during our drives. He also set up a photo sharing app where we could upload and enjoy each other's pictures. He took special note of and accommodated individual needs with genuine grace and concern. Aaron had amazing attention to detail and always remembered to research and address any additional questions we might have. He was always approachable, observant, attentive and fun! We realize that Aaron has recently joined Gate 1, and we hope he will continue for a long time! He has set a very high standard indeed.

OUTSTANDING!! This was our 4th Gate 1 trip and they get better every time. Robyn, our tour leader, took great care of us and was very knowledgeable about every location. Yoshi, our driver, was very skilled on the highways and curves, and made sure we reached every destination safely. Keep up the great work.

We had the most fabulous time! The places we went to were amazing! Aaron, the tour manager was incredible! He went above and beyond, to make it wonderful for all of us. Dave the bus driver was fantastic too! Definitely will consider another Gate 1 Travel trip!

It was great! Our group had so much fun with the beautiful sceneries in Banff Alberta. We loved our Tour manager, Gary M. He was so connected to the group, very pleasant, of course knowledgeable of the places we were in. He answered all questions with spontaneity. We loved that he gave us recommendations how and where to spend our "own time " hours. I find the pace of the tour, relaxed, no pressure at all. Hotel Accommodations were first class including the food. We enjoyed our first tour with Gate 1, that we booked our second tour already lol! We are looking forward to our Danube River Cruise in July 2023!

I just came back from the 5 day Canadian Rockies Express tour and had to express how much I appreciate our tour guide, Gary. He was the most amazing individual who was able to deal with all types of people with grace and kindness and always had a smile on his face. Everything was fun with him. This is my second Gate 1 tour but I have toured with other Vendors and he was by far the best I have met. Our first night in Calgary, he offered a voluntary tour of the city which he provided to us on his own time. He was very knowledgeable and extremely entertaining. A few days later, he provided a picnic spread at his expense which was extremely generous of him!!! I would like it if he would be my tour guide for my next trip with Gate 1!!!

Our trip was great and very exciting. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Everything was well planned and entertaining. Our Tour Manager Aaron did a wonderful job and certainly trip exceeded my expectations. The experience from the beginning with you helping with the bookings and valuable advises then help with the air bookings and rest Tour Manager Aaron made whole trip like a dream. We are very happy and would like to thank Gate1, To you Olga and tour manager Aaron for giving us such a wonderful time and memories.

We had a wonderful time on our Calgary to Vancouver trip! Everyone in our group was SO nice, and we met many lovely Canadians along our route. We can't say enough about our Tour Manager, Greg. He was extraordinarily welcoming, efficient, knowledgeable, and just a joy to be around during our ten days on the road. THANK YOU Gate 1 Travel. We shall be back!

Simply wanting to take the initiative to express our appreciation for our tour guide Deanna! She was a blessing, excellent in every way, highly professional, knowledgeable, fun, had a great personality, caring and a wonderful sense of humor. With all her responsibilities, logistics, etc. she maintained a joyful spirit & therefore, created a joyful atmosphere throughout the trip for us all. Bottom line is that Deanna is a tremendous asset to Gate 1 & we've traveled with you on multiple occasions & plan to continue! Also, our driver Bob was great & he & Deanna had a very effective partnership & worked well together! Thanks for allowing me to share this with you! Keep on keeping on!!

Just completed a Canadian Rockies tour on July 17. The trip was wonderful. I would like to highly recommend our tour guide Chris and bus driver Binnnel. Everything about the tour was smooth as silk. Chris has exceptional knowledge about the Rockies and the history that goes with it...not to mention his uplifting personality that just blended everyone in our group to make the perfect tour. This has been my 4th Gate 1 tour and will certainly consider another one in the future.

My travel partner and I both want to give the highest compliments to our tour guide in Canada, Jeff. His extensive knowledge, personal experiences and love of the area of Canada we traveled through made the trip exemplary! He was always positive, had a great sense of humor and played fun videos, song play lists and games during some of the few long bus days. He even provided fruit, vegies and Canadian maple cookies for a lovely picnic by a lakeside park on the way to Kamloops. This was my 3rd Gate1 tour and the guides have all been awesome. However, Jeff was above and beyond the others!

Gary is the best tour manager we have ever had - he made our travel very enjoyable and easy. We had four hotels on the road and his organization and distribution of room keys and getting everyone oriented was smooth. We knew what to expect at our stops along the Canadian Rockies, he planned ahead if we needed to grab lunch so that we could see and experience another magnificent view, making the most of our time. His stories and pride in Canada made us feel at home. His laughter and joy of travel was infectious and made everyone relax and enjoy our time together. Gary is a treasure!!

We had a wonderful time on our 8 Day National Parks of Canada with Lake Louise trip last week. We have not stopped talking about it. We saw so many places that we would not have found on our own. We enjoyed everything, but our favorite was the excursion on the Ice Explorer onto the surface of the massive Athabasca Glacier where we got out and walked on the ice. Glad that we brought some cold weather clothing! We loved the quaint Alpine town of Jasper where we enjoyed a Greek meal for lunch at a local restaurant. Our Tour Director, Tina, was amazing. She kept our group on track, told us the history of all the places we were going and made sure everything went smoothly. Our bus driver, Binil, was so friendly. He drove our bus in a very safe manner and always extended a hand as we exited the bus. This is sure to be a trip we will always remember.

I would like to make sure that Gate1 is aware of lucky they are to have Laura as one of their guides. She was absolutely incredible. I have never, and probably will never have another guide that was as tremendous as she was. She brilliantly answered every question, made everyone in the group feel safe, and our pick up times, locations, etc we're all so perfectly clear. SHE was a highlight of the trip to be honest. I had a fantastic and life changing time. Fell in love with Canada and can't wait to come back! Thank you!

We had a great time on this trip. It was refreshing to get away from the Texas heat and see all the beautiful flowers. It was suppose to rain most days and it only sprinkled one day in Quebec. Our guide Laura and bus driver Betty were a great team. They were organized, on top of things and were generous with their help and their snacks. They smiled a lot and had a positive attitude. I loved the richness of Canada's history and loved the outdoor cafes. I learned a lot of new things about Canada and was reminded of things I already knew. The local guides were great, especially Ottawa, Quebec, and Montreal. The meals provided by Gate 1 were above average and good choices for everyone. We even got to indulge our hockey fantasy because our hotel was hosting the draft. We highly recommend this tour for anyone who has not been to Eastern Canada or for someone who wants a taste of Europe without crossing the ocean. By the way we had no airport issues.

My husband and I recently returned from a 9-day Canadian Rockies tour with 36 other state-side folks and our fabulous Tour Manager, Micky. At our first night group meeting, we looked like a motley crew and I thought there was never going to be connection or cohesion. Over 8 days, Micky herded us kittens into a wholly unified, fun, chatty, and synced group through his seat rotations on the bus, tall (and small) tales, personal time with each guest, and his knowledge of his beloved Canada. Another complementary component was our Golden Arrow coach driver, Kong, who along with Micky, was amenable to scenic detours, had great stories, and knew us by name and luggage by Day 2. On the last day of the tour, my husband and I ate breakfast with Kong and we learned that this was the first time he and Micky had worked together. Kong told me that he loved working with Micky because Micky put his guests' needs above his own and Kong said that always made for a great tour. We loved our first Gate1 tour and hope to become regulars once we retire. Thank you for providing wonderful personnel, great accommodations, and delicious meals so we could enjoy Mother Nature's beauty and bounty.

We had a great time; Gate 1 Travel came through for us again. Our guide Francis was the best, he is a credit to his profession. He was very personable, knowledgeable and took care of all the small details. He made the long bus trips pleasurable, entertaining and informative. He provided us with perfectly timed breaks, special treats and stops to show us breathtaking views. The hotels we stayed in were very nice. This is something Gate 1 could have easily cut corners on to save money, but you did exactly the opposite and put us up in first class hotels that were situated in the heart of the cities we visited. I was a little concerned living in and out of a suitcase and staying only 2 days in 4 different cities, but that also turned out well and gave us a good taste of each city we visited. We will come back to Gate 1 Travel for any future vacations.