Best Of
Re: clothing at the resorts
I did a little research to remind myself. The max temperature of the pool is 24 C which is about 75 F. I saw some remarks from the hotel responding to complaints about the temperature of the pool, and they said they are trying to make it warmer. But, I would not expect it to be any warmer than 75. All the other pools are freezing.
Sealord
Re: Activity and Pace Levels
For the Kyoto free afternoon, options are: 1. walk back from Gion which will take approximately 30 to 45 minutes unless you are fit and athletic. Significant cobblestone, uphill and downhill, opportunity of getting lost, crowded sidewalk and crossing busy streets.; 2. National Musuem, admission is separate, 5 minutes walk from the hotel; 3. drop off at downtown for shopping, need to take a taxi back.
Re: Activity and Pace Levels
Hello MM Walsh, I was just speaking to a Tauck agent this morning and suggested that they need to be much more specific and descriptive about their activity levels. I am recently back from a trip, a level 3, where half the group opted for the elevator where available for one long flight of stairs.
I suggest you offer Tauck your writing services! Excellent description, thanks.
Wan
Re: Trip Report, Essence of Japan, October 2024
I think everyone had the same type of room at the Onsen. No, we did not share bathrooms. Yes, everyone had futons.
I enjoyed the traditional dinner at the Onsen. I liked some dishes better than others.
Several people in our group had food restrictions, including no fish. And they were accommodated throughout the tour, including at the Onsen.
Re: Trip Report, Essence of Japan, October 2024
British - We have been on two previous tours where alcohol was included and never experienced anybody drinking "huge" amounts. Tauck tours are not exactly budget, so considering the cost they should include the option as they did on our previous two tours.
RobbieB
Re: America's Canyonlands June 2025
It will be hot and sunny during the day and surprisingly cool at night. This is a fairly casual tour so focus on being able to layer as needed. I'd recommend clothing with UPF protection. Coolibar, Lands End, Columbia, etc all make long sleeve tops that protect you. Bring a sun hat, comfortable broken in walking shoes and sun screen.
Luggage doesn't really matter other than not exceeding the limits Tauck has for your tour "Due to space restrictions, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one suitcase per person weighing no more than 50 pounds (23 kg) and with overall dimensions (length + width + height) not exceeding 62 inches (158 cm)."
A backpack or whatever you're comfortable carrying is fine for day time. One with a slot for a water bottle is best. Hydration is very important. You can also leave items on the coach during the day.
Re: Canyonlands 2025-late April Clothes
You are taking this trip at a wonderful time of the year as we went last year, May 5-14, and had fabulous weather. The temps were mild and we were always in a long sleeve shirt or jacket. Also, the crowds were low since families are not traveling with their school age children yet. It is a very casual attire trip with the exception of the welcome and farewell dinners (just a pair of pants and a nice shirt). I am including a couple of photos so you can see what our group was wearing. I would suggest you pack a thin waterproof jacket with a hood, a warmer lightweight down or fleece jacket, thin gloves, a fold up umbrella, hat, tennis shoes, a water bottle holder with a shoulder strap, shorts, a pair of nice pants and shirt for the two dinners. Most of us wore sun protective clothing, jeans or athletic attire during the day and would continue wearing the same outfit for our dinners at the parks! It was a shock when we arrived in Las Vegas as it was very hot there in comparison to our earlier days on the trip. You will definitely want a pair of shorts or skort! It is a great trip and hope you enjoy it as much as we did!
TNVFL
Re: Tipping on a land/river cruise combo tour
We have taken this tour. It is classed as a River cruise and there is no need for separate tipping. Housekeeping is included on land tours too
British
Re: hair straightner
I don’t know what a hair straightener is, but if it uses heat the answer would be no. They don’t allow any electrical devices that create heat on ships except hair dryers which they provide. If the hair driers are used long enough the heat will shut them off and they must cool down before they will begin working again.
Sealord
