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Re: Thoughts on Namibia Adventure
Quest, I had a similar experience while on the B, Z and SA tour. During our lunch cruise in 2022, we watched in amazement as hundreds of elephants crossed the Chobe River dividing Botswana from Namibia. Our TD pointed to Namibia telling us that an advance Tauck team had just gone there to plan a new tour. I knew then that I wanted to go. My husband and I were there last May and loved every minute of it. Although British is correct that the tour is too short to see all of that magical country, we found the trip to be elegantly curated and filled with amazing surprises waiting for us around every corner. It was the perfect length for us. Whether you go with Tauck or another company, my advice is to not miss Namibia if given the opportunity. Safari njema!
Re: AON insurance medical coverage
Two different Tauck agents told me that yes, the insurance is covered on pre and post tour days. I specifically asked about the medical. I am going on the Normandy, Brittany & Paris trip ( First Tauck tour) and am staying 5 extra nights in Paris. There is a limit on how many days would be covered, but 5 fell within the limit. I booked my own flights and after tour hotel stay. Do I feel 100% confident with the answer? Nope, but I’m going with it.
jpfly
Re: The 1st 8 Days of the Portrait of India Tour on 1 Nov 23 (New Delhi to Udaipur)
dwannand
Question: are there any opportunities on POI to have laundry done? (Makes a difference regarding packing for the trip)
There are opportunities to do laundry on this tour. My first laundry request was after leaving Varanasi. I just wanted that smell out...All of the Oberoi hotels offer laundry services
Re: The 1st 8 Days of the Portrait of India Tour on 1 Nov 23 (New Delhi to Udaipur)
There's always the Ganges...
BKMD
Re: Air to Cape town.
United flies nonstop EWR - JNB every day
United flies nonstop EWR - CPT (THREE DAYS A WEEK)
if you put search on the day when there is not the nonstop ie 4 other days -- it does not inform you of this 3xwk nonstop.
After Botswana tour, added an extra day at One & Only -- so could take the long nonstop CPT - EWR.
Capetown is worth spending an extra day meandering around the V&A waterfront.
Quest
Re: things to do on the essence of japan tour starting oct 28
We are on the Oct 28 tour also, coming in a day early - also looking for something to do close to the hotel.
Cheers - John and Sandy, Denver CO
jc07
Re: River Cruise Laundry Service
I don’t recall which European tour it was, but we had a palace location for a dinner. The first thing the TD said on that day was, ‘It’s only us, Tauck, so there really is no need to change or dress up for this dinner’.
British
Re: River Cruise Laundry Service
I totally agree. I have to admit that traveling wardrobe has really changed throughout the years to a more casual and comfortable attire. I have nice dresses and evening wear at home and frankly, those unfortunately don’t get used much at all so why drag them along for a one-time use. I have even seen women pack high heels. Those were the good old days.
Re: River Cruise Laundry Service
I wish Tauck would have less emphasis on clothing. Their generic list is crazy. For example skirts are mentioned, how often does any woman wear a skirt these days, just one old fashioned example. If Tauck wants to appeal to the younger generation, they have to realize that people have more casual dress these days.
British