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Orca (Killer Whale) Watching Testimonials
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Some
of our prominent guests who recently came on Orca (Killer Whale)
watching tours with us: |
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Janice Mucalov,
travel writer for the National Geographic Travel Guide
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The X-Files
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Stanford University
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Miriam Luke,
Olympic Rowing Silver Medallist, Sydney 2000
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Frank Sonnenberg,
Journalist, Author of "Orcas of Canada's West Coast"
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Sonora Resort,
Konferenz Resort of President Clinton and Boris Jelzin
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The Lonely
Planet
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Ian Indridson,
Public Relations, Government of British Columbia
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Kevin Quirk,
MA, Editor and Book Author
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David Luke,
British Rowing National Team
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Klaus Peters,
German TV Talk master
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Carol Mc Kinley,
Journalist, Reporter, Fox TV
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Raymond
and Yeen-Shi Chen, Technical directors and digital
artists,
Rhythm & Hues Studios, Los Angeles. (Special effects
for "Dr. Doolitle, Babe") Academy Award for "Babe"
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Thanks Coastal Spirits!
You provided a wonderful tour. I'm sure your other Expeditions are just
as fascinating. Thank you so very much again.
Janice Mucalov, travel writer for the National Geographic Travel
Guide
Your Orca trip made me forget the "real
world". Being woken up in the morning by the blow of Orcas is a
wonderful experience. After years of whale watching and writing about
the whales , this was the best trip I ever had. Thank you!
"The Orcas of Canada's West Coast" Frank Sonnenberg, Journalist,
Writer, Book Author of:
We really enjoyed our Orca Camp. Darren
especially was very patient with our incompetent kayaking at the start,
and he made sure that we enjoyed the trip. Great people, great food,
and wonderful whales. My daughter Maddy just loved it and none of us
wanted to leave. I've been telling all my friends. It's the best holiday
I've had in years.
Sue Bowler (and Maddy Butler
I wanted to thank you again for the
great time that you had shown my brother and I. I thought, that the
whole experience to be extremly rewarding, and I'm quite pleased, that
I took the time to absorb the product you offer.
Mike Flint, General Manager, Sonora Resort, Sonora Island, B.C.,
Canada
Bernard,
Gib Adams here; my girlfriend (Kristie Miles) and I recently took a tour
with Steve and Brodie. I just wanted to take a minute to tell you how
much we enjoyed the trip. In particular, both Brodie and Steve were fantastic.
I've done a number of these guided "adventure" vacations, and have really
come to appreciate the importance of quality guide teams. These two are
outstanding. Several qualities stand out. First, very well organized,
and flexible.
The team know their business very very well: I think everyone got enough
of what they came for, while I don't think any one individual was overly
taxed. For instance, on a short paddle day, those of us that were interested
in more "work" headed out with Brodie for an evening paddle, while the
tired ones hung out at camp.
Second, sociable, intelligent and knowledgeable. Brodie's
local knowledge (and patience in cheerfully answering the multitude
of repetitive questions) was a great asset on the trip. Both Steve and
Brodie were engaging, genuine, and humerous - not always true for guides,
unfortunately!
Third, the meal plan was excellent - we were very impressed
by the variation in the menu, and the quality of the ingredients - testement
to Brodie's planning abilities. Both Brodie and Steve were excellent
cooks, and always delivered timely and tasty stuff for the crew. We
felt that the value of these skills cannot be underestimated. In short,
a great trip, thanks to both guides.
Regards Gib
Our expedition was a truly magical experience.
We especially enjoyed watching the Orcas, black bears and the bald eagles,
while the animals watched us. The huge purple starfish were incredible.
We felt very well taken care of throughout our stay.
Kevin Quirk, M.A., Editor, Author, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA
Thank you again for the holiday of
a lifetime. Can't wait to do it again. Best wishes for the rest of the
season. Hope you again see a lot of whales and dolphins. Auf wiedersehen.
Dave and Lee Hopkins
I want to say thank you for having provided me with a fantastic wilderness
experience. I enjoyed myself greatly. With Brodie's excellent leadership
and help I was educated, entertained, awed by beauty, relaxed and well
fed. This trip was four stars in my book. I will spread the word to the
Californians to sign up with Coastal Spirits for an excellent adventure.
Thanks again.
Sincerely
Julianne Maier
Many thanks again for making the stay a memorable one. It's not too often,
that one gets this service when on holidays.
Lawrence Lim, presently Hamburg, Germany
Hi, thanks again to you and Brodie,
I thoroughly enjoyed my coastal adventure from start to finish. Your
expertise in planning and excecuting a fantastic trip were evident in
every detail.
Marybrooke Middlethon, Maryland, USA
Dear Coastal Spirits,
Thanks for all the memories.
Would like to visit again for a longer adventure.
Peter Pisami, Snohomish, Washington, USA
Dear Coastal Spirits,
Our family went on your trip in July with Darren. We had a wonderful time.
I'm enclosing a few pictures we took, that you may want to include in
your photo book. Thanks again for a great time.
Leslie Langridge, Victoria, B.C, Canada
Dear Folks,
We have just returned home today after a wonderful 2 weeks in BC. Your
trip was the highlight of our vacation. Thanks for the hospitality, good
food and a great leadership. We will plan to stay longer next trip.
Sincerely,
Cindy Janechild, Alan Donaldson and Drew
Free Union, Virginia, USA
Viele Gruesse aus Kaiserslautern sendet euch Horst Bauer. Wir haben unsere
Kanada Wohnmobil Tour mit sehr vielen Erlebnissen abgeschlossen, besonders
bei Euch hatten wir tolle Tage, besonders Brigitte war total happy nach
der Tour. Vielen Dank fuer alles.
Horst Bauer
Sport Reisen, Kaiserslautern, Germany
Our experience with you was wonderful. You truly live in a beautiful place.
The expeditions was great - a fantastic way to see close-up what the BC
coast has to offer. We are anxiously awaiting the return of the bald eagles
here in Kansas, and will fantasize that they are the same eagles we saw
in British Columbia.
We have been encouraging everyone we know to consider a trip to your part
of the world. We too, intend to return. Please keep us on your e-mail
list. Thanks again for the wonderful time.
Daryl and Leslie Rutschmann
Topeka, Kansas, USA
An eurer Tour hat uns besonders gefallen, dass wir ein so vielfältiges und
gut organisiertes Programm (Tiere/Natur/Sport/Kultur) erlebt haben. Es gab
keine Minute in der Langeweile aufkam und es war trotzdem nie stressig.
Zudem hat uns besonders die persönliche und individuelle Betreuung gefallen.
Wir haben einen erholsamen, aufregenden Urlaub in einer wundervollen, gruenen
menschenleeren Umgebung verbracht."
Gruss, Celia and Torben Kosboth
Duisburg, Germany
An exciting trip, super food and incredible vistas. You guys must be really
happy to live here.
Dr. Gerhard van Donnen
Amsterdam, Holland
On Thursday afternoon, three Orcas were right beside our boat. I've never
been so close to a killer whale before in my life. These guys are huge!!!
Steve Carr
Sydney, Australia
What a great guide! Brodie definitely knows what he is doing and he looks
like he really loves his job. Great leader and fantastic chef. Congratulations.
Never been to B.C before, it is such a beautiful place...
Jim and Mary Turner
presently in Leon, Mexico
When I talked to you on the phone, you said,
"fantastic scenery, crystal clear waters and lots of wildlife." But you
know, people say a lot on the phone. When we got there, well, this water
is really clear and the scenery is absolutely impressive. Every day, something
different. I personally like the combination of boat and kayak. Hope to
stay a little longer next time.
Peter and Christine Paul
Hannover, Germany
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