South African Pictures and Comments

Selection of Testimonials and Pictures from Clients who have travelled to South Africa with Atlas

British & Irish Lions Tour - South Africa 2009

"A photograph will capture a person or a moment, and if you're lucky it will capture both. I took over 500 photos and every one means something to me and dawn. I will never forget the places, sights, sounds, but most of all the people. Atlas made it possible and I will always be thankful that I chose your company. You all made it what it was, an experience of a life time. Australia is just around the corner, and Dawn and I WANT to see all of you there".

Thank you Thank you Thank you. Brian & Dawn Owen

British & Irish Lions - South Africa 2009

"Just to thank you all at Atlas travel for the great trip we had in South Africa. The organisation was spot on and a special thanks to Roy. Thanks again on behalf of the boys at Heol-y-Cyw RFC"

Andrew Jones (Group leader - Heol Y Cyw RFC)

WARNING

Never be the first to fall asleep whilst on TOUR !

BRITISH & IRISH LIONS South Africa 2009

"It was a good trip and up to expectations. Roy was always helpful and attentive".

Mr. Charles Schofield

"Hello there Roy, good to hear from you. Sorry about the late reply, don't go on line very often!

We had a wonderful time in S. Africa, really feel it was a holiday in a lifetime and thought how you arranged it all was absolutely marvellous, all the places we visited and the great experiences, have told everybody we know - have probably bored them to tears! We are interested in Australia, saving as we speak, trying to get a few more to go. The recession is affecting quite a lot of people here and although interested, are hanging on to see how the jobs etc, pans out; we would obviously love to go to N.Z etc if only we had a money tree. I did wonder if you are doing Hong Kong 7's and how much that might be, would love to surprise Rob. We are also looking to go to Cape Town this year with four more of our party if you have any offers on trips. We are not in control of this one but we are all looking for bargains! Thinking of October and on if that is the best time to go.

Look forward to hearing from you".

Elaine

BRITISH LIONS - South Africa 2009

"We had a very enjoyable trip. We found Atlas Group Travel a good company to tour with, everything was as we expected and would have no problem recommending them in the future".

Paul Scott (Tour Leader - Clogher Valley RFC)

Some stunning pictures supplied by 2009 Lions tourists Anthony Penhale, Daughter Karen and Son in-law Kevin

"Hi Roy, The boys and me had a great time and the itinerary that you put together for us worked well from end-to-end. Only had two incidents both concerned me. Mango from Durban to Cape Town left my luggage in Durban but it turned up early next day, but of course you know this. The second, Virgin mislaid my bag on the homeward leg but again it turned up a few days later. The hotels selected were exceptional though the Beach Hotel in Durban was a little ‘tired’. We particularly enjoyed the Ritz in Cape Town, the revolving restaurant on the top floor added to atmosphere. Shame the weather knocked out going up the mountain and the shark cage trip that I had secretly planned as a surprise for the boys.

We stayed at my place in White River following Cape Town hiring a car and driving to Pretoria for the 2nd test. Had another great night in the hotel (though surrounded by many sad Lions fans) then back to White River and a week of golf and the Kruger Park!....Can’t thank you enough for putting together a great trip very much enjoyed by all in fact some of the guys believe the visit to SA to have been a life changing experience!. Yes please, can I register for the Rugby World Cup in 2011".

Very Best Regards. Glen

BRITISH & IRISH LIONS - South Africa 2009

"All in all the trip was fantastic; the accommodation was first class with no complaints. The trip went off without a hitch so we thank you for that. Everyone had the trip of a lifetime and are looking forward to going back in 12 years for the next tour" !! Many thanks! Mark O'Hanlon.

BRITISH & IRISH LIONS - South Africa 2009

"Dear Roy,
Just a note on behalf of our party to thank you very much for the package you put together for us. All you arranged ran like clockwork, for which we are all very grateful.
To say we were depressed after the injustices’ of the 2nd test is putting it kindly, but in hindsight we witnessed 2 epic tests, which made the whole trip worthwhile. Thanks again, be in touch re Aus as and when." Ian Slater.

BRITISH & IRISH LIONS - South Africa 2009

"The whole experience will remain with me for the rest of my life, many thanks" Mike Ware.

ENGLAND'S CRICKET TOUR - SOUTH AFRICA 2010

"I would like to thank Atlas Travel and their South African agents for making my trip to Durban and Cape Town a wonderful experience. Despite flight delaysgetting to South Africa, I thoroughly enjoyed my time there watching the cricket and seeing something of the country. I arrived on Christmas Day in Durban and got Graeme Smith the South African captain to sign a copy of his book. The rest of the Proteas boys signed photos I took of them in June 2009at Trent Bridge in Nottingham for the World Twenty 20 championship. I loved Cape Town, Table Mountain, going on the Red Hopper bus trip around the city and using the local trains and bus services to get to Newlands.I kept pinching myself that I was watching cricket at my dream venue. I also want to say the V and A centre is lovely and one day I will return to South Africa". Diana Peasey, Nottingham.

"Dear Roy,

Thank you for calling me earlier this week enquiring how my trip went to South Africa. As mentioned to you I was very pleased with the way it had been organised and everything went off without any mishap with the arrangements for which I am very grateful. For your information I found South Africa a very interesting place and also, of course, the cricket was very exciting in Cape Town.

I would request you keep me on your database and let me know of any other visits you will be organising and hopefully will be able to make additional journeys using your facilities.

Once again thanks to you and Clive for administering this trip in such an efficient way.

Yours sincerely Mike Ridgway"

WALES SUMMER RUGBY TOUR - SOUTH AFRICA 2008

"They had a fantastic time thanks. The group seemed to gel very well, they loved the safari particularly, food was great (and cheap) and the hotels were fine. So everything was positive and they’d like to go back!" David Scorey (on behalf of his parents).

WALES SUMMER RUGBY TOUR - SOUTH AFRICA 2008

"My key feedback is that it was a wonderful holiday with excellent guides throughout my stay. We did get excellent support throughout the tour.

Many thanks for all your support". Alan Jones.

ENGLAND SUPPORTERS TOUR - SOUTH AFRICA 2005

"I should say straight away that we had a fantastic time and everything you arranged for us went like clockwork....the location of the hotel was ideal and our transfers went off without a hitch, we had a really great time" John Richards.

SCHOOL & COLLEGE TOURS - SOUTH AFRICA

STOKE COLLEGE - South Africa (Cape Town) 2009: "Atlas provided a one stop hassle free solution to our travel needs. Their ground agent provided excellent support and backup in a friendly and knowledgeable way. It would be nice to report that problems were dealt with efficiently, it’s just that there were no problems, testament to your excellent organisation" John Gibson, Head Teacher.

NEATH COLLEGE RUGBY – Cape Town 2003: "we found Atlas Group Travel a professional, well organised tour operator. Flights and transfers where first class, as well as accommodation and standard of playing opposition. The itinerary was sufficient to keep the boys occupied…. to conclude an excellent trip " Max Howells – Coach, Neath College Rugby.

PENCOED COMPREHENSIVE – South Africa (Pretoria, Cape Town and Durban) 2004: "Tours have been well organised and run, the whole tour party enjoyed the experience and opportunity to the southern hemisphere and benefited from the company’s excellent support"

Simon King – Head of PE Department, Pencoed Comprehensive School.