Travendly - New York, New York

Andrea P.

I had an absolutely amazing time traveling with Travendly to Iceland! The trip couldn't have been better. Iceland was gorgeous and the itinerary was well-curated. What really took the trip to the next was the people - I am confident that we had more fun than any other group there, thanks to the people that Travendly attracts. Our guide was phenomenal and we travelers all got along great. It was so convenient to have Travendly arrange all the logistics, including COVID-related requirements. I really felt like I could trust Travendly with all the details and relax.

Andrea O.

I have taken two trips with Travendly, and both were wonderful, life-changing adventures.

For both trips - This is a top-notch company for the solo traveler who still want a bit of company as well as a bit of help with the logistics. The Travendly staff is communicative and helpful; they answered all questions I had via e-mail very timely and thoroughly. That made me feel good going into both trips that everything would be organized and would run smoothly - which was very much the case. (Obviously traveling is full of the unexpected, and that just can't be avoided, but the company and the guides were there to help every time there was a hiccup.) It was great to have someone else organize rooms, meal times, tours, etc. so that logistics were not something I had to worry about. The local guides were very well chosen; they knew their cities and their histories, in addition to having fun and caring personalities.

Croatia - I took this trip in August/September (before the pandemic), and it surpassed every expectation I had. I knew little about Croatia before I booked the trip, and I'm so happy I chose to go with Travendly. I feel like I got to see a huge section of the country that would have been difficult to traverse on my own. We saw Split, Hvar, and Dubrovnik, as well as the countryside in those areas, and I feel that the mix of planned activities versus free time (during which there was always an option to hang out with the group!) was perfect. Our guide, Morgan, was such a gem, as well. Very kind and easy to approach with any concerns. Though she was not Croatian, she certainly knew how to keep everything running smoothly; and we were hooked up with enough local guides that I did not feel like I was missing out on any insider knowledge.

Morocco - I took this trip in October, as the pandemic was still going on. First, I was very impressed and heartened by Travendly's approach to traveling during the pandemic. There were reminder e-mails about things like vaccine cards and PCR tests, and they even organized a test for us before our return flight to the US. This could easily have been too overwhelming to handle on my own (especially in a place where I don't speak any of the local languages), so I was very grateful. I always felt like our safety was a priority, which is always important during travel and even more vital now.

More than that, Morocco has always been a dream destination of mine - and it blew all my dreams out of the water. It's a gorgeous place with a diverse, rich culture, amazing architecture, and delicious food. I included some photos, but the country really has to be experienced in person. It's a feast for, almost an assault on, all the senses! You'll be awed and humbled by this place, and happy that you were.

Travendly picked amazing accommodations; forget about the fact that they're "three star hotels"; each place we stayed was unique and run by caring and welcoming managers. Our guide, "Ali G," is not only one of the best travel guides I've had but genuinely a wonderful human being and it was a joy to be part of a small group led by such a caring and knowledgeable person. Being part of a group was definitely a huge plus of going with a company on a trip to Morocco. While I never felt unsafe, the conservative culture and language barriers might have been intimidating; and I am a seasoned solo traveler.

Finally I have to shout out to our group. We five became a little family over less than two weeks together. This was unique among all the trips I've ever been on, either solo or group. You'll always forge friendships abroad, but there was something very special about our dynamic. I'm very happy and grateful Travendly put us together.

Debbie A.

Just returned from the 5 day Cuba trip, and it was hands down the most amazing experience. The itinerary was extremely well planned - never felt rushed and had plenty of time to soak in the surroundings at each stop. It was the perfect mix of food, culture, art, and immersing oneself with the locals and local culture.

During the weeks leading up to the trip, the Travendly family was professional and quick to respond to every email, with detailed responses to every question. They went out of their to accommodate unexpected complications caused by bad weather in Florida, resulting in most everyone's arrival being delayed. The situation was so well handled that even with the weather hiccup, the entire experience was seamless.

During the trip, I simply don't have the words to express how amazing our guides were. Samara is an absolute rock star - exploding with positive energy and enthusiasm! You can't help but feel genuinely happy and excited when around her. Roberto, our local guide, was very knowledgeable, so easy to get along with that you feel like you've known him for ages, and hilarious! I can't imagine better travel companions/tour guides than Samara and Roberto.

I'm already planning my next trip with Travendly, and can't wait for the next adventure!

morganhockaday

I just went on the 11 day Argentina trip Dec 26th-Jan 5th 2020, I cannot recommend this trip enough! If you're thinking about it, don't, just book it immediately! I have mostly done long (1-2 month) solo travels and my budget has always been on the most minimal of funds, so this was huge for me to go outside of that for just 11 days. But honestly, knowing what I now know about this trip, I would have easily paid more! I was initially nervous about traveling with a group because I usually only do solo travel, but I hit a point in my life where I wanted to have shared experiences with others as well as connect with like minded people. It can be tough to find friends and family that are willing to do the same type of travel, so thats when I decided I wanted to be apart of a group travel company. I couldn't have chose a better company. The group was incredible, they perfectly matched us with the roommate survey they did, the itinerary was incredibly planned and executed, you could tell there was so much thought and planning that went into it. We were constantly on the go, which is what I love about travel, as well as there was so much I wanted to see in Argentina and this trip covered it all! Pablo our guide was such a luxury, he anticipated our needs, was flexible and accommodating, was always calm and completely took away any anxiety/fear that could potentially go along with being in a foreign country. Not to mention he was always so much fun and his jokes and humor endless! Bringing in the new year with our group in Buenos Aires was so much fun, truly started off 2020 right with a new travel family that will never be forgotten. I am a huge hiker and adventurer so the horseback riding trip in Mendoza is a MUST DO! I highly advise being in decent shape for the hikes in Patagonia, they were tough, but worth every step of the way. The views were literally to die for! I have never seen such beauty before like I did on the laguna de los tres hike to Fitz Roy, as well as the Perito Moreno glacier hike! This is an adventurers DREAM! The people in Argentina were so warm and welcoming and I always felt like family everywhere we went. The culture is so rich here and not to mention the wine, steak and empanadas were absolutely everything! Honestly, planning my trip back there as we speak so book that trip right now!

Rikki L.

Travendly is amazing. Our guide Jessica was personable, super funny and kept everything running smoothly; we were able to do SO much in a day due to her great scheduling. Our Cuban guide was extremely knowledgeable and was happy to share insight about life in Cuba in addition to historical info. I also made wonderful, amazing friends who I plan to travel with again!

Riley P.

I went on the Iceland summer trip and LOVED it. From beginning to end, Travendly gave me nothing but good things to say. I was hesitant to travel internationally 'solo' (you're with a group once you get there), but it's so worth it. If you want to be adventurous but don't want to full-on travel by yourself, Travendly is your company.

Aaaand here's all my thoughts for those of you who like extra detail..
Booking:
They have you fill out a quick bio when you 'apply' which I learned isn't always something other companies do. It's real low-key but helps ensure that the people you may be spending a week in a foreign country with (and you) are going to make your trip worthwhile. Interest-free payment plans are available and made the burden of paying for an international trip lighter. We did a Google Hangouts session before leaving to meet each other and go over any random questions we had. Also had a group text that we're still using post-trip to keep in touch.

Getting there:
You book your own flights, so it's flexible as to when you want to arrive, what extra excursions you want to do, and what your budget is. I was the last to land in Iceland but everything was perfectly coordinated for me to get into town from the airport and meet up with everyone else.

Being there:
I may have gotten lucky, but I absolutely loved our group. We only had a group of 4 but I think they could be as large as 14 depending on the trip. Got rooming assignments (2 to a room with our own beds) but really, spent most of our time out, seeing all there was to see. Wasn't an issue with our group but they have a cute 'No Drama Policy' to remind everyone that we're all here to make friends and have fun! It was so relaxing to just go along with the itenerary that's put together by Travendly and not have to coordinate my own transportation, activities, or housing.

Leaving:
NOOOOOO!😭 Again, if you have any questions about getting to the airport or need suggestions for things to do, your guide is with you full-time and is a great resource.

Bonus: getting to know Jon, the Founder/CEO was a perk and let me tell you. This guy knows what he's doing. Will definitely be going on another trip with Travendly.

Justin S.

I had 3 cameras going during the trip! lots of videos from the GoPro too. Between the 80 mph winds, snow drifts closing roads, and many hours in the van, there were some incredible pockets for these amazing pictures. We had the best guide for all the weather and itinerary changes with David. Each night was spent in a warm bed after a hot shower with a free breakfast in the morning, no matter how early the wake calls were. Just outstanding!

Megan H.

My experience with Travendly was excellent. Our trip to Morocco was incredible, 100% worth the trip cost, and our guide was amazing. I was a little unsure when booking because it seemed too good to be true ("How have I never heard of them?" etc.), but turns out its just an excellent company that for some reason is lesser known than others. I would recommend this to everyone and hope to book another trip with Travendly soon.