Sunday, December 17, 2023

Our First Trip with Tommy, will not be our Last!

This was our First Trip with Tommy and Jane... You can bet it will not be our last!

From the time we started planning our adventure, until the moment we said goodbye, Tommy made sure all we had to worry about was how much fun could we handle!

Tommy's knowledge of Greece (past and present) made this trip even more special. What could be better? Only that the people that Tommy had... they were the friendliest and happy people coming together as new friends... for life!

The cruise was fantastic. Our knowledgeable and skilled captain saw to it that itineraries were interesting, full of cultural zest, and teeming with Mediterranean water! Add to all this, the Chef, Anastasia. Clearly easy to see why she was an achiever from "Master Chef" competitions.

I'm a Chef and instructor... I'm tough to please... I knew this was going to be good, but it exceeded my expectations. Being in charge of Aortic Diets, this was a delightful assemblage of healthy and flavorful meals. 

I would have been very happy to have had more advance information on the island itinerary or even books onboard about the islands we visited. Even with Wifi onboard our vessel... I love to research more than Google resources. 

I can say we loved it so much that we have already referred our good friends to travel with Tommy and Jane.

R  & M

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

In a single word, "SPECTACULAR"

This trip was Meticulously planned! Flawlessly executed and with attention to every detail Tommy made certain that Everyone had a Great-Great Time.
I loved the Food - period.

We dined at gourmet restaurants every single nite. Everything was affordable and well within budget. I tried to exceed the wine limitations... there simply were no limits. From cute little seaside cafe's to gourmet restaurants on the rooftop of the Monastiriki with a personal view of the Acropolis at night.... well, it was special. 

Tommy seems to know everybody in the service and food business. As such, the outcome was astonishing in every case. I wouldn't change one thing from my trip. It was all impeccable. I had the flexibility to dine with the group on rooftops together and to break loose with my special love to have the private moments that you can't have in a group! Perfect.

I would travel anywhree in the world with Nicholas. If you want a 5 Star trip at an affordable price with expertly curated guides, comfort and safety in mind... then, Nicholas and Jane are your Go-To Team. A real pleasure to be around

Fascinating, Fun and Delicious!

 My trip was fascinating, fun and so delicious! I thought for me it was going to be about the history of this ancient civilization and of course the amazing beauty of the islands. For sure, all of that was delivered. Yet, I was not prepared for how much I would fall in love with the amazing freash and unforgettabe delicious foods. After traveling to several countries, I have to say Greece has some of the best food the world has to offer. I'm glad Nicholas knows the best spots!

I was disappointed to see the graffiti on 90% of Athens buildings. I was a real eye-sore. Apparently, it is very meaningful and symbolic to the locals, representing their right to protest a general dislike of the current political climate in the country. The other thing that was apparent was the enormous presence of homeless regugees from disparate nations. That said, I felt completely safe with Nicholas and my travel friends in our group.

No question about it - if you have a desire to visit Greece choose to do so with someone charismatic, carring and very experienced. This tour should not be missed! 

S. L. C.

Even Longer Trip & More Islands!

Our trip was wonderful and memorable!! Tommy and Jane are  amazing hosts. Their intimate knowledge of Greece is so important and helpful. I would not have been able to just "wing" a trip to Greece.

We went Catamaran Sailing and Toured the mainland. The guides Tommy provided at the Acropolis and the World Heritage Site of Meteora were world class. Our boat and personal suite were so perfect. Both Spiros, the captain and our personal Chef, Anastacia were Masters. The onboard meals were family style, colorful, tasty and so delicious.

The swimstops everyday on the vessel were fantastic fun. The water was so colorful and warm in October. Who would have thought that a stop would be an island of peacocks and deer? Magnificent. I would also recommend that if you are a couple, consider bringing another couple that you know to share this time with. It was always fun to go out for dinner with Tommy to his special places - my husband and I also enjoyed personal times dining together away from the group. So much flexibility existed on this trip.

I hope to one day perfect those crazy-delicious fried zucchinis. I will most certainly recommend this Greece trip with Tommy to any friend or colleague. Further, I'd love to take an even longer voyage and see more far away spots like Paros, Naxos, Santorini and Crete... I've got something to look forward to.

L & P

Monday, October 23, 2023

Hyperbole or Reality!

Nicholas Tours curates an exceptional experience. Concierge service! It begins upon your arrival into the Athens Airport. 

On our trip in October 2023 we travelled with a group of lovely people on a private catamaran for a week of discovery among the Greek Islands. In addition to several remarkable sights of Unesco World Heritage reputation, Nicholas' wife, Jane Angelica stepped in to assist in many of the tour highlights. Her command of the Greek language was both an asset and surprise.

Our personal Chef, Anastacia Ntu made gourmet plates that were not only beautiful to view but tantalizing to eat. She was accompanied by our Captain, Spiro. He was a friendly and highly capable captain that brought safety and talent into a smooth combination.

All manner of water activities were enjoyed... swimming, SUP boarding, exploring, and sun bathing were just a simple start to joyous times. Costs were minimal to the value of all the entertainment provided.  I'm often known for hyperbole... I promise this review is sincere. 

Best... Ed. F