Posts tagged 2015
Attention to detail

I can't say how much we enjoyed the trip. Guy, in particular, was totally impressed by the organisation and attention to detail. Nothing was left to chance. For him it was the first time experiencing this type of trip and it certainly took away a lot of the stress from me. Even the simplest thing like - "Where will we eat??" (which is a top priority for him!!!!). Also for Siena to be catered for was a huge bonus.

Not having to think about "what's happening next" was extremely relaxing and hassle free - all I had to do was check the itinerary. As we were on such a tight schedule this was particularly helpful - it’s amazing how much time can be wasted deciding "what to do, where to go etc." Having said that, there was enough free time built in that we could wander and look at shops or stop for a coffee - nothing felt too "timetabled".

All the locations suited us and provided everything we needed. The service everywhere we stayed was impeccable and we found everyone very friendly and willing to assist us in every way. Keith's tour was informative and interesting). He even managed to get me out of bed an hour earlier so we would miss the traffic!!!! Dulini was magical for all 3 of us (even though I had only been a year ago). It was lovely to meet everyone again and introduce Guy and Siena to them. We loved every minute of it and will certainly return at some point in the future. It is definitely the best bit.

I can honestly say that we have not stopped talking about the trip since we came home. I would not hesitate to recommend "Here's My Card" to anyone I knew who was thinking of a trip to South Africa. You and Kerry do a marvellous job at making us feel comfortable, looked after, and at ease with our surroundings. It's just like "home from home" (apart from the weather!!!!).

Guy, Karen & Siena

Scotland

Outstanding holiday

We had an outstanding holiday with friends in South Africa, celebrating two special birthdays in our group of four. From our arrival in Cape Town to departure from Johannesburg all the arrangements made by ‘Here’s my card’ worked perfectly. The combination of whale watching in Hermanus, wine tasting around Franschhoek and 5 days on safari at Phinda worked brilliantly. The ‘little surprises’ and attention to detail were much appreciated. We were delighted with the accommodation, activities, places to dine out and transport arrangements made on our behalf as these fitted so well with our requirements as discussed when planning the holiday. The memories will last a lifetime and we will have no hesitation in recommending ‘Here’s my card’ to family and friends.

Thanks again for all your help.

Chris & Helen

United Kingdom

Fabulous itinerary

We had an amazing safari in Kenya that exceeded each and every expectation. We stayed in four camps and feel grateful we were able to experience the lodges, the wildlife, the topography and the local culture at each, as the different properties all have a unique, individual personality and feel. It was a truly luxurious experience set amongst exquisite wildlife and scenery. We hope to come back again and bring our two young children. Thank you, Here's My Card, for the fabulous itinerary!

Stefan & Catherine

London

The attention to detail is second to none

This was our first holiday to South Africa and Kerry and Clare have made sure it will not be our last. Starting at The More Quarters Hotel in Cape Town where we were given our "bible" to dropping the car back in Port Elizabeth two weeks later the whole operation was amazing. The "bible" is your personalised itinerary, beautifully printed in a zebra print book, also a gorgeous souvenir.

The attention to detail is second to none. The staff in every property were very attentive, friendly and helpful. Kerry and Clare had recommended restaurants to visit, definitely give the Harbour House in Kalk Bay and the Pot Luck Club a-go. We also ate at La Colombe in Constantia on my birthday, what a fabulous place. Angala Hotel in the winelands was a tranquil haven and again lunch time bookings had been made for two days in different vineyards. Dinner at Angala is not too be missed. The safari at Kwandwe was the icing on the cake. What an amazing place, we saw 4 of the Big 5. Our tracker and driver were very knowledgeable and the staff in The Great River Lodge made this a fantastic end to a brilliant holiday.

None of this would have been possible without the assistance of Kerry and Clare who tailor made a prefect holiday for us and they certainly know who to make a birthday last longer than a week!!

Alan & Carol

Colchester, UK

Here's My Card provide a 5 star service

Magical, memorable, marvellous and meticulously planned. We had such a fabulous trip to South Africa. One week in The Cape taking in Cape Town, Hermanus and whale watching and the Winelands and the second week on safari in KwaZulu Natal.

We cannot thank and praise Kerry enough for putting together the most wonderful & spectacular trip. If you want the best then that is what Here's My Card deliver in terms of service and a professional approach with a personal touch. Their attention to detail is second to none and there were lots of little 'here's my card' touches along the way that were hugely appreciated and made the difference. They listen to what you are wanting to get out of your trip and take the time and trouble to get it spot on - taking on board the things you like and dislike and work with you to deliver an amazing trip. Nothing is too much trouble and everything from hotel bookings, lunch and dinner reservations to additional excursions, drivers/guides and meet and greets, tickets for shows etc is seamlessly taken care of - all you need to do is relax and enjoy a perfectly planned trip.

Here's My Card provides a 5 star service and we cannot recommend them highly enough. They will be our first and only stop for future trips. Well done Kerry and Clare and a huge and heartfelt thank you - it was a delight to work with you.

Christine & Stephen

United Kingdom

Exceptional service of Here’s My Card

During our Cape Town wedding in 2014 we witnessed the exceptional service of Here’s My Card. The majority of our guests were from overseas and used the wedding trip as an opportunity to explore South Africa. On reflection, Kerry and Clare were intrinsic to the overall smooth running of the wedding week - personably handling all accommodation and travel queries. They genuinely enhanced our guest’s experience - implementing bespoke trips to the Bush, Winelands and Garden Route to showcase the best of South Africa in-line with each guest’s pace and budget.

In July 2015 we experienced first-hand the chic and slick Here’s My Card operation, when they created our honeymoon itinerary to North Island, Seychelles. From the beautiful literature about the trip to the exquisite destination and seamless travel arrangements - flight recommendations, boat and helicopter transfers - Kerry and Clare’s impeccable taste is unsurpassed. Moreover they master the rare art of balancing attention to precise detail and a ‘hands-on’ focus on client’s comfort.

Here’s my card have been integral to our two most treasured milestones. Thank you girls for making our wedding day and honeymoon more special than words will permit.

Scott & Kate

Cape Town

Delightful to deal with

I recently used the wonderful services of ‘Here's my Card’ travel consultancy for our family trip in South Africa. Our party consisted of 4 adults and two children (aged 6 & 8 months) Kerry and Clare were delightful to deal with. They provided us with great service leading up to the booking as well as some local recommendations that we found perfect for our family dynamic. Our hotel in Cape Town was perfectly located and we ended on a Big 5 safari, which was outstanding.

Thanks again for your help

Steven, Robyn, Jeff, Lindsay, Jackson & Gabriel

Sydney

Unforgettable holiday

We spent 17 amazing nights travelling along the Garden Route in South Africa, from Cape Town to a fantastic Safari lodge in the Eastern Cape.

It was an absolute pleasure dealing with Here's My Card - they were very patient with all our questions and constant changes to our itinerary throughout the whole organisational process! The bespoke, top quality printed itinerary became our bible on our trip and they made sure that every detail was catered for. All the recommendations and suggestions given by the girls turned out to be nothing but outstanding. An unforgettable holiday and we will certainly be recommending Here's My Card to all our friends.

We'll definitely be in touch again next time we head to SA!

Nick & Kerry

London

Incredible adventure

Thank you so much for helping plan and select such an incredible adventure for us! I told you I wanted something special for Renee’s birthday, and you found the perfect match!

Ngala Tented Camp was a superb suggestion, and beautiful reserve! The extra attention from the staff as awesome! Thanks you girls! The highlight was having a Bush Breakfast in the Timbavati, with wild animals all around us!

Can’t believe we saw all the big 5 in the first 2 game drives! Leopard cubs, wild dog pups, baby hippo’s - was something to behold! Thanks again for all your help! And great suggestions! Looking forward to the next trip we plan!

Matt & Renee

Dubai

4th amazing trip with Here’s My Card

Dear Kerry and Clare, thanks so much for a superb trip. Beautifully co-ordinated to a very high standard as always. Great properties; great experiences! This is our 4th trip to South Africa organised by Here's My Card and we can't wait until our 5th trip. Thanks again for all your hard work on our behalf.

Both Birkenhead House in Hermanus & La Residence in Franschhoek were tremendous as always. Kensington Place in Cape Town has a lovely atmosphere with great staff & still is our home from home!

It was an amazing trip. So thanks again girls.

Bob & Moira

London

Holiday of a lifetime

This was, without a doubt, a holiday of a lifetime! And we couldn't have done it without Here’s My Card’s advice, organisation and dedication. They had thought about absolutely everything and presented all the 'need to know' beautifully in our itinerary, which meant that all we had to do was sit back and enjoy the ride!

The girls really took the time to listen to what kind of restaurants, hotels and experiences we wanted and her recommendations were spot on. Our favourite meal was the Butchers Shop & Grill in Cape Town, which we would never have found if it wasn't for Here's My Card. We were upgraded to a suite at Kapama Karula, which was totally unexpected and proved spectacular. We saw all of the big 5 within 24 hours, as well as our informed ranger teaching us about other flaura and fauna in the park. We didn't want to leave!

So thanks again for all your efforts to make this such a memorable trip for us. We will definitely be recommending you to anyone going to South Africa.

Matthew & Krista

London

Amazing service

This was our 4th trip with Here’s my Card and we are already working out when we can do trip number 5. We might even be back this year!

This time, we visited the wonderful Camps Bay, Hermanus and the Eastern Cape all highlights. But we must mention The Great Fish River Lodge at the Kwandwe Game Reserve, some of the most stunning scenery we have ever seen & we had some very special animal sightings here. We have been lucky enough to do this 4 times and each time the lodges and locations booked for us by Clare and Kerry have made the experience unique and etched forever in our memories. We ended our trip in Franschhoek and Stellenbosch the scenery here takes your breath away.

Southern Africa now holds so many special memories for us, we feel fortunate to have found such an amazing service. This trip will never be forgotten and we love recommending Here’s My Card when talking to other travellers.

There is so much to see and if you can why not do it in style, fall in love with this beautiful continent as we have, you will not be disappointed.

John & Emma

London

Exceptional experience

Having previously had Here's my Card put together great itineraries for us, we knew we would be in good hands this time round. Our brief was for 'a special island experience' and when HMC recommended North Island in the Seychelles, it took only a quick visit to North Island's website for us to press green for go. From start to finish it was an exceptional experience that put our previous island holidays (with the possible exception of Bedarra Island on the Great Barrier Reef) into a lower league.

North Island's maxim of 'anything, anywhere, anytime' proved to be no idle promise - with service standards, cuisine and overall staff friendliness being quite exceptional. Guests are literally able to design their own day on North, although their private villa accommodation offers much temptation to just chill out 'at home'.

An island paradise for sure and once again we are extremely grateful to Here's my Card for finding another gem for us, whilst placing everything in a matchless itinerary. Well done once again HMC - you are the gold standard to which your competitors should aspire.

Alastair & Katrine

Cape Town

Exceptional and thorough

A trip to south Africa can be ordinary or extraordinary. Thanks to the competent assistance of Clare and Kerry, of Here’s My Card, our itinerary could not have been more spectacular. We loved each place we stayed and had diverse experiences in each. Our transport from place to place was seamless thanks to attention to detail. Their familiarity with the properties made it possible to have specific rooms; in particular, the best room at Birkenhead.

The hard copy of the detailed itinerary that met us at our hotel in Johannesburg, is the most exceptional, thorough and attractive document I have ever received from any travel agent.

Beyond all else, we were able to have the most incredible time in Cape Town because restaurants were reserved, a guided tour of the botanical gardens was scheduled, and we were able to spend time with our friends who were available to eat, drink, and laugh together.

We look forward to returning. With gratitude and love.

Ellen & Casey

New York

Wonderful family adventure

Our 3rd trip with Here’s My Card was yet another wonderful family adventure for the Dineen's and thank you so much for orchestrating it all. We loved the difference in landscape and mood between Kalahari, Tswalu and Kruger, Londolozi. Both facilities were excellent, though I have to say our favourite is Londolozi overall for approach, service, professionalism while still being warm. The Saxon was beautiful; such a short stay seemed a shame not to enjoy the amenities. The rooms were beyond huge... as was the case as Pioneer Camp. We could have easily fit into one lodge there for sure & extended the stay a couple of days instead...next time. The guides and trackers in both locations were excellent as was the rest of the staff. Our fondness for the region continues to grow.

John, Gina, Hannah & Jack

London

Experience of a lifetime

We spent 10 days in March at both Dulini Safari Lodge and Marataba Luxury Tented Camp. Both reserves were recommended by Kerry & Clare who arranged everything including all internal transfers (planes and cars) – all we had to do was get to Johannesburg.

We ran out of superlatives – the accommodation in both lodges was superb, with fabulous food and service. We shall never forget sitting in the plunge pool with eleven elephants – including a baby days old – eating leaves and grass 50 yards away. Or the leopard loping down the road. Or three baby lions joining in the feast provided by a kudu killed the night before by the lioness. Or standing very quietly – we did four days on walking safaris in Marataba – watching two slightly edgy rhinos less than 100 yards away. Or the hippos coming out of the water at dusk. Or the giraffe bending to drink. Sunrises and sunsets. The fantastic Waterberg mountains. Every day we said – there can’t be anything else – but there always was. An experience of a lifetime.

David & Ruth

London

Truly sensational

Our trip was truly sensational! We loved SA and all the experiences and places we visited. It was a trip of a lifetime for us! We can’t thank you enough for arranging it - the book was our BIBLE and so helpful with suggestions and finer details. It was amusing to look over at another table at breakfast at Angala to see another group reading the zebra print bible too!

Sea Five hotel in Camps Bay was a great place to start our trip and then the added surprise of dinner booked at Potluck was amazing. Then on to the Winelands - Angala an incredible Zen like place and the food and service was superb, the attention to detail here was on another level. They came and sang Happy birthday to Matt at breakfast which was so special, thank you so much for arranging that with them. Then on to Hermanus and the South right suite! A lovely beach hotel after the Winelands. On to Plettenberg & we stayed in a lovely hotel. Lastly, we ended on a first class safari at Kwandwe! I can’t say anything more that completely fantastic on every level.

Rachael & Matt

London

Friendly, knowledgeable & professional

Val and I would like to thank ‘Here’s my Card’ for making this year’s visit to South Africa such a success. Your friendly, knowledgeable and professional service provided us with excellent competitively priced accommodation along with many useful tips re restaurants, vineyards, shopping and a reliable taxi service. Your attention to detail was really appreciated.

We will be back next year and will be recommending you to all our friends thinking of taking advantage of the strong pound.

Valerie & Alan

London

Perfect organisation

Before we leave Londolozi (we are very sad to leave...), we would love to thank you for the wonderful trip. Londolozi was terrific, they upgraded us from Tree Camp to Granite Suite and we loved everything about this place. It’s beautiful, comfortable and food & service is great. But of course the best are the game drives... even if I had this experience already....but still it was something special and unforgettable for both of us!

We are seriously thinking about going next winter to Etosha Pan and Okavango Delta...I am sure you know where to send us, right? So thanks again for the wonderful organisation, every place was beautiful and special. We enjoyed our trip very much and your organisation was perfect. Every single place was special, we loved our room and food at Birkenhead House, we appreciated the lovely staff of Sea Five Hotel, we enjoyed walking around the gardens of Babylonstoren and of course we will never forget our Safari at Londolozi. Just a perfect vacation in every way!

Feliciano & Andrea

Spello, Italy

Fantastic job

What a fantastic job you did arranging our holiday! Everywhere we went we met with courtesy and warm welcomes – from the drivers to the staff that worked in the hotels and lodge in Sabi Sands, we felt like we were old friends. Each place was better than the last and the safari, well, it could not have been improved on. Between us we have been on a lot of special holidays, and South Africa rates up in the top rank thanks to you and the places you booked.

Your planning and execution of the trip was so smooth and everything was planned beautifully and we can't say enough how well thought out the accommodation, restaurants, trips and transfers were. Nothing was left to chance. It suited us perfectly, as neither of us like these big "soul-less hotels." We will certainly be recommending you to anyone we know planning a trip to SA. (including ourselves!!!). Thank you once again.

Maggie & Karen

Edinburgh