22 April 2023
I have long wanted to visit the Scottish Isles. A friend of mine recommended Hebrides Cruises and, since my husband gets seasick just looking at the ocean, I decided to travel alone. How fortunate, then, to have both delightful fellow guests and the most delightful of crews imaginable. The boat herself, the Elizabeth G, proved to be staunchly seaworthy and decidedly comfortable. AND she came equipped with a simply marvelous chef, Sarah, who fed us like royalty. Thank goodness for the daily walks that enabled us to eat most of what she presented. I think we saw every seabird in the book, my favorite -- no surprise here -- the adorable puffins who are much smaller in real life than I had imagined. We also saw numerous minke whales and porpoises, as well as eagles and red deer at a distance. Loved the ruined nunnery on Iona. Very atmospheric. Was awed by Fingles Cave and enchanted by the beauty of the isles themselves. With deep thanks to ALL the crew and to Hebrides Cruises which is both warm and highly professional.
Jennifer Tomkins
I do not often write reviews as I am always suspicious when I read a review that sounds very perfect, however having recently got back from my Elizabeth G cruise I can only say that perfect it was! From the very beginning Emma (shore manager) was very helpful and knowledgeable and sorted out all of my questions. On board the four crew members Sally, Iain, Craig and Lauren went out of their way to make the trip spectacular. The food was beyond belief, the service was also beyond reproach, the skipper could not do enough to keep us comfortable and to enable the viewing of multiple Wild Life and spectacular moorings. This was all done in conjunction with the unbelievable contribution of our Wild Life guide Lauren. I very much look forward to another trip next year.
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