Client Testimonials
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“My Wife and I celebrated our 25th Anniversary with a European cruise. The best gift we gave ourselves, was booking all of our excursions with Brian Travels. He handled all of the details, and we were able to focus on US! Everything was perfect, life long friends were made, and our next trip with Brian Travels is already scheduled!!”
- Jason and Holly J.
“Fantastic Travel Experience. We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Brian Travels! Our trip to Italy and Greece was nothing short of amazing. From start to finish, our trip was seamless and enjoyable, thanks to Brian and Joe. They were incredibly reliable, knowledgeable, and made every aspect of our journey stress-free. Their expertise and attention to detail ensured we had the best experiences, from well-planned itineraries to insightful recommendations. Their friendly and professional approach made us feel comfortable and well taken care of throughout the trip. If you’re looking to enhance your vacation experience and create magical moments, look no further. We highly recommend Brian Travels. We can’t wait to book our next adventure with them.”
- Scarlett P.
“My husband and I planned a fun 50th birthday cruise to Greece, Turkey, & Italy. We did not know anything about the region. We heard great reviews about Brian Travels, so we decided to book all our excursions with him. From the first to the last excursion, every single detail was planned out to the T!! We did not have one mishap. Brian shared his personal experiences from previous cruises to make sure we had the perfect experience in each port. Brian Travels MADE OUR TRIP PERFECT!!”
- Stephanie G.
“My mom and I got the incredible opportunity to book excursions with Brian on our cruise through Europe. We could not have asked for a more flawless and well put together excursion where we got to see the many highlights of our ports. Brian was very professional and made our cruise better than expected, cannot wait to book again for our next adventure.”
- Ariel N.
“Brian Travels is our go to for our travel excursions on land or cruising. Sam and I traveled with him on our excursions in Italy, Greece, and Turkey last year. We had so much fun and enjoyed all the ports and land trips. Brian is organized and makes sure we see all the beauty each place has to offer. You can't go wrong trusting your adventure to Brian. Sit back relax and enjoy. Highly recommend him for any excursion he is offering, you will be well pleased!”
- Patti S.
“We had the privilege of meeting Brian in Rome prior to our cruise last fall. Honestly, we were a little apprehensive about booking our excursions outside of the cruise line, but quickly learned that we had booked an excursion far superior to what the cruise line offers. Our only regret is that we did not book all of our excursions with him! We had so much fun and were so impressed with his service, we are going with Brian Travels to Germany this winter. So excited.”
- Matt & Sarah J.
“My first time going overseas was to go on a Mediterranean Cruise out of Rome. On that cruise I saw Brian’s Travels offering excursions to so many ports and the cost was a really great deal for everything offered. Brian had each port day planned out so perfectly. My daughter, granddaughter and I were so grateful we found him and chose excursions offered for our 10 day cruise. The knowledge Brian brought each day when we set out was fantastic. He definitely knows what he’s doing when he offers these trips, I’ve booked another for his Christmas Market Tour. Brian’s Travel’s will be one I can always count on to give me the opportunity to see the world at the best price.”
- Cathy W.
"Thoroughly enjoyed the excursions through Brian Travels during our visit to Italy, Turkey and Greece in September 2024. We loved learning about the history of the places we visited and also having some free time to just wander and enjoy! Highly recommend Brian Travels!"
- Kelly S.
"I decided to do my first Europe cruise on 8/27/24 on the Carnival Legend out of Rome. I flew in a few days before on 8/22/24 to explore the city and areas as I’ve never been overseas before. I had seen Brian post in the cruise group that he was offering up excisions for all the ports we were going to and posted a picture of a groups he had taken on a previous cruise. It looked like they all had so much fun. Didn’t take long to decide if I was going to join Brian on his adventures or not but I am sooooooooo glad that I put my trust in Brian. His excursions were so much fun, well timed and the group was a blast to hang out with all week. Brian is very knowledgeable, energetic and quick on his feet. He was having as much fun as we all were. Compared to carnivals excursions, Brian has the best agenda for a great cost with so much more added in that you wouldn’t get with a carnival excursion. Plus, Brian is always quick to respond to messages, emails and is such a nice guy. During my stay in Rome and since it was the first in Brian’s series of sailings, he offered a Rome Highlights tour which I took the nighttime one, I loved every second of it. We also went to a Florence on a day trip and that was incredible too. Don’t skip out if you see Brian offering a tour, you won’t regret it!!!"
- Amie G.
"My trips with Brian have been the best and most easy going out of all my previous excursions. I cannot say enough good words about him and his agency, he is very attentive and caring. I had so much fun on our excursions and didn’t have to worry about a thing. I would recommend him for anyone wanting an easy and fun time. Can’t wait for my next trip with Brian Travels!"
- Zora N.
"My husband and I took an excursion to Ephesus on our cruise in Oct, 2024. Communication was very good from the time I booked until we met in on ship to be assigned our bus and guide. Brian and Joe are exceptional guides. My husband and I now consider them friends. We had a bus in Ephesus that took us to the House of the Virgin Mary, the Roman City of Ephesus where we walked on cobblestone streets and saw the most spectacular archeological ruins. Joe was our guide and was so knowledgeable about the sites we visited. We ran into Brian’s group several times and he was always so friendly. We went to St John Basilica and I can’t express how beautiful it was. Brian was so knowledgeable and stopped to let us take pictures and soak it all in. He and Joe kept the groups together and counted each person prior to leaving on the bus. Our last stop was a traditional Turkish lunch which was absolutely amazing. I cannot express the amount of fun we had and immediately wished all of our excursions would have been booked with Brian Travels. We will definitely book with Brian again. I friended him on Facebook so I can keep up with his adventures and hopefully join some. Thank you so much Brian, you are an amazing tour guide and a friendly person who makes everyone comfortable. The time you take to make each trip exceptional is above and beyond what anyone else is doing. Again, thank you so much and I hope we see each other soon."
- Mike & Kim S.
"We first found out about Brian Travels by a random post on a Carnival facebook post. We had booked a 10 day Greek isle cruise. He was doing excursions like Carnival, but a better deal than the cruise line and cheaper. I will admit we were skeptical at first since all you hear is horror stories about not booking excursions with the cruise lines. But after our first excursion with him we immediately went to the shore excursion desk and canceled our excursions with Carnival and rebooked with Brian. We cannot speak highly enough about Brian’s excursions. He takes all the things people want to do and combines them and cuts out all the unnecessary touristy forced wait time and sales pitches that the cruise line makes you go through. But honestly for us that wasn’t the best part. We enjoyed the interactions with the group and Brian himself making sure that everyone had an opportunity to enjoy themselves. Brian was very safety conscious and making sure we were all back on the boat in a timely manner. Brian works very hard to ensure all arrangements are taken care of before we get there and we return. If you are looking for a great excursion with a great price, Brian Travels will be a great experience."
- Dane & Kim P.
"Booking with Brian’s Travels was the best decision we made on our Mediterranean cruise. His attention to detail and his enthusiasm made our six port days spent with him worry free and absolutely phenomenal. We had no hesitation booking again and cannot wait for the next time we tour with Brian. Would recommend 1000%"
- Tiffany D.
"Brian was great to work with to book our excursions in Europe. I love that the meeting spot was on the ship, which was much simpler than the process for the larger excursions booked through the ship. Brian’s excursions were well organized, thoroughly researched, and so fun! Transportation was easy and Brian found the most knowledgeable local tour guides to ensure he provides the best experience."
- Kerry T.
"A Truly Unforgettable European Experience with Brian Travels Group! Taking my husband on his first European trip and celebrating my niece’s college graduation was a special occasion, and Brian Travels Group made it absolutely seamless and unforgettable. From the very start, booking certain days with them during our cruise itinerary was effortless. The information they provided beforehand ensured we were well-prepared, and every tour was incredibly well-planned, thoughtfully timed, and packed with unforgettable experiences. The convenience of knowing we’d get to experience the best of each location without the stress of researching, planning, and booking everything ourselves was priceless. Every detail was handled with care, making our journey smooth and stress-free. I only wish Brian Travels was available for every trip we take! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a first-class travel experience!"
- Christy H.
"I've taken 12 excursions with Brian Travels throughout Europe and can absolutely recommend them! Brian is a caring conscientious individual with a wealth of travel experience and he will direct the tours to the best sights and experiences possible. He will insure no one is left behind, and you can be certain you will make it back to your cruise ship in time as well! Seriously sign up fast, spots fill up really quickly and you don't want to be the one who hears about everyone's fun you missed out on!"
- Larry L.
"We’ve had the best time with Brian Travels. If you’re looking for someone to setup all your tours he’s the best! You should follow him he has some amazing pictures of places he’s traveled to and if you get to chance to travel with him definitely sign up for his tours!"
- Jessie V.
"My aunt and I took the Messina tour. We enjoyed the tour even though the tour operator made a mistake regarding the itinerary. Brian made sure we got what we paid for and the tour went on without any further drama. His communication from start to finish was on point. I would definitely book with him again."
- Mona C.
"Brian took care of every detail of our excursions. He is delightful and so organized, we appreciated every excursion we went on with Brian Travels ! Added bonus, he has a great eye for photography!"
- Kelli T.
"Loved all 3 excursions that we went on with him!! Just wished we had booked all of them with him."
- Angel M.
"100% awesome ! Lot of experience. Would highly recommend Brian Travels!"
- Murray P.
"His trips were wonderful and very informative! Don’t hesitate to book with Brian. He is such a great host and makes everyone feel part of the group."
- Cathy T.
"We fell in love with Brian within the first 20 seconds. His excursions were well planned extremely well executed, even when monkey wrenches were thrown into the mix. Brian is professional, funny and full of energy that is just infectious! My suggestion book with him book early because the word is out that he is the bomb!! That is, as long as you’re not taking a seat away from me!"
- Alicia G.
"We are what I like to call, experienced cruisers, having been everywhere Carnival goes in the Caribbean. Due to a milestone birthday, we decided to try something new, a European cruise. We’ve done Carnival excursions in the past while visiting new islands, but this time was different. This wasn’t our run of the mill, head to the beach and bask, this was Europe, this was something brand new. We searched through all the excursions Carnival had to offer, but nothing really stood out so we decided to explore on our own. While reading through the ships Facebook group, I came across Brian’s post. He said he hosted private excursions. My husband and I went to his account and looked through all of his posted pictures and decided right then and there that we’d give it a shot. What a wonderful decision it turned out to be. We booked 2 of our stops with him and regret now not doing all of them with him. We joined him and his intimate group in Lisbon and Cartagena. He took us in private vans to all of the sites important for us to see. We had ample time to take pictures and our drivers were chock full of history. Due to the small size of our group, we had plenty of time to ask questions and fully enjoy our time. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. When we returned home we were overjoyed to find out Brian was going to be on our next European cruise and immediately booked every stop with him. We look forward to meeting up Brian again and having him show us Europe the way it should be seen."
- Amanda D.
"We had a blast with Brian. He would take care of all of us and always talked to everyone. He wanted to make sure everyone enjoyed their adventure. Would go all the time with him. Such a joy."
- Donna G.
"As novice international travelers, booking excursions with Brian Travels was one of the best decisions my husband and I made. Brian took the time to meet with us, and answer questions we had before we ever left home. We felt confident and secure in knowing that his tours would be intimate, fun and cover a lot of what we wanted to see. If you are looking for a great adventure with great people, do not hesitate to book with Brian Travels."
- Sherri D.
"Thanks to Brian, our trip on the Carnival Pride with stops throughout Portugal and Spain was spectacular. After reviewing Brian’s webpage with his beautiful photos and detailed itineraries, we booked 4 excursions with Brian. Each excursion exceeded our expectations and we saw so much more than we would have been able to had we not booked with his small group tours. We have already booked our 2024 cruise and will be joining Brian at every port. His knowledge and attention to detail far surpass any other tour organizer we have ever utilized. You will not be disappointed!!"
- Nancy F.
"My first visit to Europe and was on a cruise with a great friend. We stopped in Portugal and Spain. A few of our excursions into the countryside and ports was with Brian Travels. We had an excellent time! Incredible how much history I learned while travelling. I highly recommend excursions with Brian. He was an excellent organizer. He was with us too. He made sure we knew where to be. If I travel there again I will certainly be looking for him to be the leader. Way better than the tours offered by the cruise ship. Thanks Brian for helping to make a dream vacation one I will not soon forget!!"
- Terry F.
"Brian’s Travels highly recommended! I recently toured LaCoruna, Porto and Malaga with Brian. He adds little touches so you have great memories. His tour guides are local, knowledgeable and looking to give you the best visit to their local area. Brian’s group are small and most times you see the same people on your next tour 😊 If I have the chance in the future to tour with Brian, I’d sign up in a minute."