Our group (from the US and Britain) visited St. Petersburg on May 28th and 29th while cruising on Celebrity Eclipse. Our group was 6 couples who "met" on Cruise Critic Roll Call.
Victoria was our guide and she was especially knowledgeable about Art, History, The Hermitage, The Palaces, and local culture/customs. Her English was very, very good!
Kudos to TJ's for easy booking, excellent communications thru e-mail, no visa concerns, and pleasant interactions all around!
Victoria got us into the Hermitage in an early/timely way, and knew a lot of shortcuts.
We were dazzled by her interesting presentations of the Treasures and the backgrounds she provided about the artists and historical figures from the Renaissance thru current times. I cannot express how delightful and personable she was--she truly loves her work!
She also "mother-henned" us through crowds in a few locations and kept us together when necessary, yet gave us wandering room when it was appropriate.
The sound systems we used were flawless and very much appreciated!
Transportation was in a small Mercedes Van-clean and comfortable. The driver was pleasant and accommodating.
We chose our second day lunch as a group (Victoria presented the alternatives) and liked having the experience of a real local lunch spot. On our first day, we had a set lunch which was waiting for us when we arrived. Both were perfect for us!
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND TJ's Travel for St. Petersburg. We have family members who will be visiting next year--they are planning to book with TJ's everywhere!
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Our group (from the US and Britain) visited St. Petersburg on May 28th and 29th while cruising on Celebrity Eclipse. Our group was 6 couples who "met" on Cruise Critic Roll Call.
Victoria was our guide and she was especially knowledgeable about Art, History, The Hermitage, The Palaces, and local culture/customs. Her English was very, very good!
Kudos to TJ's for easy booking, excellent communications thru e-mail, no visa concerns, and pleasant interactions all around!
Victoria got us into the Hermitage in an early/timely way, and knew a lot of shortcuts.
We were dazzled by her interesting presentations of the Treasures and the backgrounds she provided about the artists and historical figures from the Renaissance thru current times. I cannot express how delightful and personable she was--she truly loves her work!
She also "mother-henned" us through crowds in a few locations and kept us together when necessary, yet gave us wandering room when it was appropriate.
The sound systems we used were flawless and very much appreciated!
Transportation was in a small Mercedes Van-clean and comfortable. The driver was pleasant and accommodating.
We chose our second day lunch as a group (Victoria presented the alternatives) and liked having the experience of a real local lunch spot. On our first day, we had a set lunch which was waiting for us when we arrived. Both were perfect for us!
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND TJ's Travel for St. Petersburg. We have family members who will be visiting next year--they are planning to book with TJ's everywhere!