The information provided by sunflower Li is very helpful as it’s my first time in Beijing. 5 star service! 谢谢你',5.0,'2023-11-02T08:01:26Z','REV-Xqs95aRPfccClrPXMkWn2vESD/haVXnPYkLmzsIFuMo=','en','Zel L','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great','Very good organization sunflower team is super nice and very helpful, I strongly recommend to use their services',5.0,'2023-10-31T23:42:42Z','REV-zblkxbTMqIOsFGLNx7c2FRxsYS159lxdr/RJaWYv0lw=','en','fredgamal','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Speechless!','This show was something unbelievable. I was speechless and I absolutely recommend it to everyone who comes to visit Beijing!
Miss Sunflower Li was more than amazing. She wanted to be sure that everything was perfect for me and she did an incredible job to make me feel comfortable and to help me with everything I needed. 
Thank you!! ❤️',5.0,'2023-10-29T21:46:30Z','REV-+D9JpdcGBN3RfdZtUvUPBIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Giulia_G','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great experience','Fantastic experience and the performances were unreal. Very good booking process and communication from agent was excellent and very easy',5.0,'2023-10-26T05:26:19Z','REV-dLbDd/HTtX+cQH1cffOelEP963Vsejda/tBkmr16llQ=','en','Stephen R','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic show','Very cool show, amazing acrobats! And Sunflower is the sweetest tour guide ever. Highly recommend to book through her, we had fantastic seats right in the center of the stage.',5.0,'2023-10-23T06:01:46Z','REV-T4eFJTYbFsjTY+bJpITeuHkNwgt3J185DJuBMa6bHeU=','en','sofies315','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Excellent!','Fantastic show! 
So many different acts.
The Red Theatre was excellent.
Li was very friendly and helpful!',5.0,'2024-04-03T18:44:53Z','REV-StbSeAgkRTwuQtvAvbBew4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Sylvia_M','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic visit made even better with help of Sunflower Li','Amazing performance and great organisation from Sunflower Li 🌻 Sunflower was very responsive and answered all of the questions that we had, she also booked us fantastic seats and we got a free bottle of tea! 
Thanks so much!',5.0,'2024-02-28T07:27:47Z','REV-cjH8avwqQlDGxcDMIh6NftXg0GrOURd1Qn6oimxhAOw=','en','SophieA2325','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic experiencie.','Great support and fantastic show, really appreciate. Special thanks to Sunflower Li, so gentle and gave to me a tea as gift. 😊',5.0,'2023-12-15T05:13:48Z','REV-ZLSVDjaKyFCyhiOZOfV8lNqld+k+ca1f0BQtw5bEe08=','en','lucasaW227HF','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Service was great','The organisation was perfect! They really took care of everything! The show was great as well
Definitely it was a pleasure!',5.0,'2023-11-23T06:07:18Z','REV-0E95pnEejlcA1gciQ4/Ysfyb650z6n+g7GLd0YZoJSk=','en','427darynaa','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Excellent Experience','I would like to thank Sunflower Li for her prompt responses and kind follow up from the time we purchased the tickets till the end of the show. Great Job.',5.0,'2023-11-17T06:00:54Z','REV-W8f8XAdr3WV1S4a1M58SVoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Eshaq_J','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Best service','Sunflower Li was super helpful with the booking process. Information on how to get into the theatre and even bought a bottle of drink for me. Even check in with me if I have arrived at the destination. 
The information provided by sunflower Li is very helpful as it’s my first time in Beijing. 5 star service! 谢谢你',5.0,'2023-11-02T08:01:26Z','REV-Xqs95aRPfccClrPXMkWn2vESD/haVXnPYkLmzsIFuMo=','en','Zel L','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great','Very good organization sunflower team is super nice and very helpful, I strongly recommend to use their services',5.0,'2023-10-31T23:42:42Z','REV-zblkxbTMqIOsFGLNx7c2FRxsYS159lxdr/RJaWYv0lw=','en','fredgamal','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Speechless!','This show was something unbelievable. I was speechless and I absolutely recommend it to everyone who comes to visit Beijing!
Miss Sunflower Li was more than amazing. She wanted to be sure that everything was perfect for me and she did an incredible job to make me feel comfortable and to help me with everything I needed. 
Thank you!! ❤️',5.0,'2023-10-29T21:46:30Z','REV-+D9JpdcGBN3RfdZtUvUPBIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Giulia_G','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great experience','Fantastic experience and the performances were unreal. Very good booking process and communication from agent was excellent and very easy',5.0,'2023-10-26T05:26:19Z','REV-dLbDd/HTtX+cQH1cffOelEP963Vsejda/tBkmr16llQ=','en','Stephen R','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic show','Very cool show, amazing acrobats! And Sunflower is the sweetest tour guide ever. Highly recommend to book through her, we had fantastic seats right in the center of the stage.',5.0,'2023-10-23T06:01:46Z','REV-T4eFJTYbFsjTY+bJpITeuHkNwgt3J185DJuBMa6bHeU=','en','sofies315','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Excellent!','Fantastic show! 
So many different acts.
The Red Theatre was excellent.
Li was very friendly and helpful!',5.0,'2024-04-03T18:44:53Z','REV-StbSeAgkRTwuQtvAvbBew4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Sylvia_M','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic visit made even better with help of Sunflower Li','Amazing performance and great organisation from Sunflower Li 🌻 Sunflower was very responsive and answered all of the questions that we had, she also booked us fantastic seats and we got a free bottle of tea! 
Thanks so much!',5.0,'2024-02-28T07:27:47Z','REV-cjH8avwqQlDGxcDMIh6NftXg0GrOURd1Qn6oimxhAOw=','en','SophieA2325','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic experiencie.','Great support and fantastic show, really appreciate. Special thanks to Sunflower Li, so gentle and gave to me a tea as gift. 😊',5.0,'2023-12-15T05:13:48Z','REV-ZLSVDjaKyFCyhiOZOfV8lNqld+k+ca1f0BQtw5bEe08=','en','lucasaW227HF','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Service was great','The organisation was perfect! They really took care of everything! The show was great as well
Definitely it was a pleasure!',5.0,'2023-11-23T06:07:18Z','REV-0E95pnEejlcA1gciQ4/Ysfyb650z6n+g7GLd0YZoJSk=','en','427darynaa','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Excellent Experience','I would like to thank Sunflower Li for her prompt responses and kind follow up from the time we purchased the tickets till the end of the show. Great Job.',5.0,'2023-11-17T06:00:54Z','REV-W8f8XAdr3WV1S4a1M58SVoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Eshaq_J','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Best service','Sunflower Li was super helpful with the booking process. Information on how to get into the theatre and even bought a bottle of drink for me. Even check in with me if I have arrived at the destination. 
The information provided by sunflower Li is very helpful as it’s my first time in Beijing. 5 star service! 谢谢你',5.0,'2023-11-02T08:01:26Z','REV-Xqs95aRPfccClrPXMkWn2vESD/haVXnPYkLmzsIFuMo=','en','Zel L','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great','Very good organization sunflower team is super nice and very helpful, I strongly recommend to use their services',5.0,'2023-10-31T23:42:42Z','REV-zblkxbTMqIOsFGLNx7c2FRxsYS159lxdr/RJaWYv0lw=','en','fredgamal','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Speechless!','This show was something unbelievable. I was speechless and I absolutely recommend it to everyone who comes to visit Beijing!
Miss Sunflower Li was more than amazing. She wanted to be sure that everything was perfect for me and she did an incredible job to make me feel comfortable and to help me with everything I needed. 
Thank you!! ❤️',5.0,'2023-10-29T21:46:30Z','REV-+D9JpdcGBN3RfdZtUvUPBIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Giulia_G','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great experience','Fantastic experience and the performances were unreal. Very good booking process and communication from agent was excellent and very easy',5.0,'2023-10-26T05:26:19Z','REV-dLbDd/HTtX+cQH1cffOelEP963Vsejda/tBkmr16llQ=','en','Stephen R','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic show','Very cool show, amazing acrobats! And Sunflower is the sweetest tour guide ever. Highly recommend to book through her, we had fantastic seats right in the center of the stage.',5.0,'2023-10-23T06:01:46Z','REV-T4eFJTYbFsjTY+bJpITeuHkNwgt3J185DJuBMa6bHeU=','en','sofies315','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Excellent!','Fantastic show! 
So many different acts.
The Red Theatre was excellent.
Li was very friendly and helpful!',5.0,'2024-04-03T18:44:53Z','REV-StbSeAgkRTwuQtvAvbBew4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Sylvia_M','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic visit made even better with help of Sunflower Li','Amazing performance and great organisation from Sunflower Li 🌻 Sunflower was very responsive and answered all of the questions that we had, she also booked us fantastic seats and we got a free bottle of tea! 
Thanks so much!',5.0,'2024-02-28T07:27:47Z','REV-cjH8avwqQlDGxcDMIh6NftXg0GrOURd1Qn6oimxhAOw=','en','SophieA2325','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic experiencie.','Great support and fantastic show, really appreciate. Special thanks to Sunflower Li, so gentle and gave to me a tea as gift. 😊',5.0,'2023-12-15T05:13:48Z','REV-ZLSVDjaKyFCyhiOZOfV8lNqld+k+ca1f0BQtw5bEe08=','en','lucasaW227HF','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Service was great','The organisation was perfect! They really took care of everything! The show was great as well
Definitely it was a pleasure!',5.0,'2023-11-23T06:07:18Z','REV-0E95pnEejlcA1gciQ4/Ysfyb650z6n+g7GLd0YZoJSk=','en','427darynaa','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Excellent Experience','I would like to thank Sunflower Li for her prompt responses and kind follow up from the time we purchased the tickets till the end of the show. Great Job.',5.0,'2023-11-17T06:00:54Z','REV-W8f8XAdr3WV1S4a1M58SVoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Eshaq_J','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Best service','Sunflower Li was super helpful with the booking process. Information on how to get into the theatre and even bought a bottle of drink for me. Even check in with me if I have arrived at the destination. 
The information provided by sunflower Li is very helpful as it’s my first time in Beijing. 5 star service! 谢谢你',5.0,'2023-11-02T08:01:26Z','REV-Xqs95aRPfccClrPXMkWn2vESD/haVXnPYkLmzsIFuMo=','en','Zel L','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great','Very good organization sunflower team is super nice and very helpful, I strongly recommend to use their services',5.0,'2023-10-31T23:42:42Z','REV-zblkxbTMqIOsFGLNx7c2FRxsYS159lxdr/RJaWYv0lw=','en','fredgamal','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Speechless!','This show was something unbelievable. I was speechless and I absolutely recommend it to everyone who comes to visit Beijing!
Miss Sunflower Li was more than amazing. She wanted to be sure that everything was perfect for me and she did an incredible job to make me feel comfortable and to help me with everything I needed. 
Thank you!! ❤️',5.0,'2023-10-29T21:46:30Z','REV-+D9JpdcGBN3RfdZtUvUPBIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Giulia_G','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great experience','Fantastic experience and the performances were unreal. Very good booking process and communication from agent was excellent and very easy',5.0,'2023-10-26T05:26:19Z','REV-dLbDd/HTtX+cQH1cffOelEP963Vsejda/tBkmr16llQ=','en','Stephen R','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic show','Very cool show, amazing acrobats! And Sunflower is the sweetest tour guide ever. Highly recommend to book through her, we had fantastic seats right in the center of the stage.',5.0,'2023-10-23T06:01:46Z','REV-T4eFJTYbFsjTY+bJpITeuHkNwgt3J185DJuBMa6bHeU=','en','sofies315','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Excellent!','Fantastic show! 
So many different acts.
The Red Theatre was excellent.
Li was very friendly and helpful!',5.0,'2024-04-03T18:44:53Z','REV-StbSeAgkRTwuQtvAvbBew4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Sylvia_M','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic visit made even better with help of Sunflower Li','Amazing performance and great organisation from Sunflower Li 🌻 Sunflower was very responsive and answered all of the questions that we had, she also booked us fantastic seats and we got a free bottle of tea! 
Thanks so much!',5.0,'2024-02-28T07:27:47Z','REV-cjH8avwqQlDGxcDMIh6NftXg0GrOURd1Qn6oimxhAOw=','en','SophieA2325','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic experiencie.','Great support and fantastic show, really appreciate. Special thanks to Sunflower Li, so gentle and gave to me a tea as gift. 😊',5.0,'2023-12-15T05:13:48Z','REV-ZLSVDjaKyFCyhiOZOfV8lNqld+k+ca1f0BQtw5bEe08=','en','lucasaW227HF','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Service was great','The organisation was perfect! They really took care of everything! The show was great as well
Definitely it was a pleasure!',5.0,'2023-11-23T06:07:18Z','REV-0E95pnEejlcA1gciQ4/Ysfyb650z6n+g7GLd0YZoJSk=','en','427darynaa','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Excellent Experience','I would like to thank Sunflower Li for her prompt responses and kind follow up from the time we purchased the tickets till the end of the show. Great Job.',5.0,'2023-11-17T06:00:54Z','REV-W8f8XAdr3WV1S4a1M58SVoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Eshaq_J','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Best service','Sunflower Li was super helpful with the booking process. Information on how to get into the theatre and even bought a bottle of drink for me. Even check in with me if I have arrived at the destination. 
The information provided by sunflower Li is very helpful as it’s my first time in Beijing. 5 star service! 谢谢你',5.0,'2023-11-02T08:01:26Z','REV-Xqs95aRPfccClrPXMkWn2vESD/haVXnPYkLmzsIFuMo=','en','Zel L','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great','Very good organization sunflower team is super nice and very helpful, I strongly recommend to use their services',5.0,'2023-10-31T23:42:42Z','REV-zblkxbTMqIOsFGLNx7c2FRxsYS159lxdr/RJaWYv0lw=','en','fredgamal','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Speechless!','This show was something unbelievable. I was speechless and I absolutely recommend it to everyone who comes to visit Beijing!
Miss Sunflower Li was more than amazing. She wanted to be sure that everything was perfect for me and she did an incredible job to make me feel comfortable and to help me with everything I needed. 
Thank you!! ❤️',5.0,'2023-10-29T21:46:30Z','REV-+D9JpdcGBN3RfdZtUvUPBIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Giulia_G','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great experience','Fantastic experience and the performances were unreal. Very good booking process and communication from agent was excellent and very easy',5.0,'2023-10-26T05:26:19Z','REV-dLbDd/HTtX+cQH1cffOelEP963Vsejda/tBkmr16llQ=','en','Stephen R','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic show','Very cool show, amazing acrobats! And Sunflower is the sweetest tour guide ever. Highly recommend to book through her, we had fantastic seats right in the center of the stage.',5.0,'2023-10-23T06:01:46Z','REV-T4eFJTYbFsjTY+bJpITeuHkNwgt3J185DJuBMa6bHeU=','en','sofies315','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Excellent!','Fantastic show! 
So many different acts.
The Red Theatre was excellent.
Li was very friendly and helpful!',5.0,'2024-04-03T18:44:53Z','REV-StbSeAgkRTwuQtvAvbBew4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Sylvia_M','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic visit made even better with help of Sunflower Li','Amazing performance and great organisation from Sunflower Li 🌻 Sunflower was very responsive and answered all of the questions that we had, she also booked us fantastic seats and we got a free bottle of tea! 
Thanks so much!',5.0,'2024-02-28T07:27:47Z','REV-cjH8avwqQlDGxcDMIh6NftXg0GrOURd1Qn6oimxhAOw=','en','SophieA2325','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic experiencie.','Great support and fantastic show, really appreciate. Special thanks to Sunflower Li, so gentle and gave to me a tea as gift. 😊',5.0,'2023-12-15T05:13:48Z','REV-ZLSVDjaKyFCyhiOZOfV8lNqld+k+ca1f0BQtw5bEe08=','en','lucasaW227HF','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Service was great','The organisation was perfect! They really took care of everything! The show was great as well
Definitely it was a pleasure!',5.0,'2023-11-23T06:07:18Z','REV-0E95pnEejlcA1gciQ4/Ysfyb650z6n+g7GLd0YZoJSk=','en','427darynaa','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Excellent Experience','I would like to thank Sunflower Li for her prompt responses and kind follow up from the time we purchased the tickets till the end of the show. Great Job.',5.0,'2023-11-17T06:00:54Z','REV-W8f8XAdr3WV1S4a1M58SVoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Eshaq_J','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Best service','Sunflower Li was super helpful with the booking process. Information on how to get into the theatre and even bought a bottle of drink for me. Even check in with me if I have arrived at the destination. 
The information provided by sunflower Li is very helpful as it’s my first time in Beijing. 5 star service! 谢谢你',5.0,'2023-11-02T08:01:26Z','REV-Xqs95aRPfccClrPXMkWn2vESD/haVXnPYkLmzsIFuMo=','en','Zel L','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great','Very good organization sunflower team is super nice and very helpful, I strongly recommend to use their services',5.0,'2023-10-31T23:42:42Z','REV-zblkxbTMqIOsFGLNx7c2FRxsYS159lxdr/RJaWYv0lw=','en','fredgamal','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Speechless!','This show was something unbelievable. I was speechless and I absolutely recommend it to everyone who comes to visit Beijing!
Miss Sunflower Li was more than amazing. She wanted to be sure that everything was perfect for me and she did an incredible job to make me feel comfortable and to help me with everything I needed. 
Thank you!! ❤️',5.0,'2023-10-29T21:46:30Z','REV-+D9JpdcGBN3RfdZtUvUPBIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Giulia_G','VIATOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Great experience','Fantastic experience and the performances were unreal. Very good booking process and communication from agent was excellent and very easy',5.0,'2023-10-26T05:26:19Z','REV-dLbDd/HTtX+cQH1cffOelEP963Vsejda/tBkmr16llQ=','en','Stephen R','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P207','Chaoyang Acrobatics Ticket','Fantastic show','Very cool show, amazing acrobats! And Sunflower is the sweetest tour guide ever. Highly recommend to book through her, we had fantastic seats right in the center of the stage.',5.0,'2023-10-23T06:01:46Z','REV-T4eFJTYbFsjTY+bJpITeuHkNwgt3J185DJuBMa6bHeU=','en','sofies315','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Best Tour Guide Ever !!','Apple is very friendly, patient and knew exactly what we wanted. She brought us to the restaurant that she strongly recommend, and it is the best restaurant that I’ve visited in China ! We talked a lot and had so much fun together. Now that the trip has ended, I really do miss her. Will plan another trip and definitely will want Apple as my guide again!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:32:25Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3zMKz2dXtgNoqJ3vYAa7Fc=','en','Traveler61465481873','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent guide Apple!','I have been on many private tours and the reason for this is privacy and flexibility. This your provides both perfectly. Apple has been so enthusiastic, attentive and passionate. She adapted so well in understanding our needs, blending in as part of the group, more like a friend rather than a guide. She insisted on going against our will for dinner only to find out she brought us to 1 of the best restaurants ever. We told her what we wanted and it was all magically fulfilled. She even told many stories with regard to the history and myths of Hangzhou. Definitely recommend it.',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:32:12Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bMy4xJFwmPzFy1+8DwKbXuSA=','en','B3nn70','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Best Tour Guide Ever !!','Apple is very friendly, patient and knew exactly what we wanted. She brought us to the restaurant that she strongly recommend, and it is the best restaurant that I’ve visited in China ! We talked a lot and had so much fun together. Now that the trip has ended, I really do miss her. Will plan another trip and definitely will want Apple as my guide again!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:32:25Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3zMKz2dXtgNoqJ3vYAa7Fc=','en','Traveler61465481873','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent guide Apple!','I have been on many private tours and the reason for this is privacy and flexibility. This your provides both perfectly. Apple has been so enthusiastic, attentive and passionate. She adapted so well in understanding our needs, blending in as part of the group, more like a friend rather than a guide. She insisted on going against our will for dinner only to find out she brought us to 1 of the best restaurants ever. We told her what we wanted and it was all magically fulfilled. She even told many stories with regard to the history and myths of Hangzhou. Definitely recommend it.',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:32:12Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bMy4xJFwmPzFy1+8DwKbXuSA=','en','B3nn70','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P5','Forbidden City and Summer Palace Private Day Tour','Tiananmen Square - Forbidden  City - Heaven Temple','We met Sunflower Li in our hotel lobby at 9AM and set out on our full day visit of Beijing.  A quick taxi ride to Tiananmen Square where we walked around and took in the historic enormity of where we were. Walked past the Mausoleum of Chairman Mao to the Tiananmen Gate and Chairman Mao\'s Portrait.  Sunflower Li took care of all our tickets and we were able to pass through the lines quickly as she shared the proud history of Tiananmen Square and the Chinese people.  At each vantage point she would suggest a picture to capture the moment and the significance of where we were.  Once past the gate we entered the Forbidden City where Sunflower Li explained the almost 500 year history of the Palace of Emperors.  After a walk through the Forbidden City it was off to a small restaurant for a delicious meal. After lunch we walked across the street and entered the grounds of the Temple of Heaven which seemed more like a quiet oasis in the populated city.  We watched as people relaxed playing cards while others exercised or strolled along the many flower filled pathways.  Once we arrived at the Temple of Heaven, Sunflower Li took time to explain the significance of the Temple from the early 1400\'s and how the Emperors visited to pray.  Our time with Sunflower Li passed by so quickly and soon it was time to say our goodbyes.  Thank you Sunflower Li for such an informative tour.  You truly are a gem and your constant energy kept us moving allowing us to truly enjoy our experience visiting the beautiful sights of Beijing.',5.0,'2018-04-22T15:38:20Z','REV-pWgJCb0pSrSIXLMEz3YYQC0LFjKnvHu2IaIr66pD43s=','en','RoGene-Chicago','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent guide Apple!','I have been on many private tours and the reason for this is privacy and flexibility. This your provides both perfectly. Apple has been so enthusiastic, attentive and passionate. She adapted so well in understanding our needs, blending in as part of the group, more like a friend rather than a guide. She insisted on going against our will for dinner only to find out she brought us to 1 of the best restaurants ever. We told her what we wanted and it was all magically fulfilled. She even told many stories with regard to the history and myths of Hangzhou. Definitely recommend it.',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:32:12Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bMy4xJFwmPzFy1+8DwKbXuSA=','en','B3nn70','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Wonderful time in Xi’an!','Kris was an excellent tour guide.  She met us upon our arrival at the train station, delivered us to our hotel and during the drive there gave us an overview of Xi’an.  Kris was friendly, fun and most enjoyable. The trip to the Terra Cotta Warriors was simply outstanding.  We had so many enjoyable moments that it is difficult to describe which was best. While the weather was very cold, somehow Kris provided great warmth to this trip.  To end our time together in Xi’an, Kris walked me to this scrumptious bakery to pick up a few desserts to take to our hotel room.  It was a perfect way to end our time in Xi’an.  Kris was a great guide and I highly recommend her.',5.0,'2019-01-07T11:40:49Z','REV-PMEryoeQK8p1p60DG8F+PmcObE2svrDeaebSxIWphwE=','en','LH N','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P51','2-Day Private Xi&#039;an Highlight Tour including Terra Cotta Army and City Wall','Professional and Knowledgeable','Sunflower in Beijing arranged for Kris and a driver to meet us at the  train station. Sunflower literally escorted us to our train seats on the train. On the return, Kris was not allowed to do this but she got a pass so she could go inside the train station to explain very carefully to us how the system worked.Her instructions were very precise and helped us immensely as some things were in English and some things were not.

We would highly recommend the non-stop bullet train.It allows you to skip all the issues with air travel. More importantly, it gives you a good idea of the countryside between Beijing and Xian while still being very comfortable especially if you buy the more expensive class. 

When we arrived, it was already mid-afternoon so the first day was an extended half-day. We walked in the Muslim quarter and walked on the city wall. Kris showed us many highlights including food specialties. Her knowledge is encyclopedic but she presented the information in a non- boring way. We were grateful for her approach as we were still tired from traveling from the U.S. She also had a fun surprise for us and positioned us perfectly for a fountain show. It was a lovely way to end the day. 

The next day, we spent much of the day with Kris and the warriors. Kris did an amazing job of telling us the stories that go with the re-discovery of the warriors, preservation, the different pits etc. It was great the way she made the visit very memorable. We also had a lot of laughs when all of a sudden my husband decided he wanted to bring back a full-sized replica. Kris did not wince at what could have been a total derailment of the day\'s activities. Fortunately, it was decided that she could help us from afar should the desire to have a warrior of our own still seem like a good idea later. She was so diplomatic and professional and truly saved the day. We, thus, maximized our limited time in Xian.

She recommended a local restaurant that was delicious. She helped us pick dishes that we were not familiar with in the US, including being very helpful with my vegetarianism. 

Through all of this, we were able to establish a rapport in a very short amount of time and get a sense of her story and life in the PRC. For us, we like connecting with our guides in this way. It seems to make it much easier to remember things when wound around a person with which you are spending time. She was able to share how her life fit in with the growth of the city, etc.

I would definitely recommend Kris for her skills and presentation!',5.0,'2018-12-22T13:58:47Z','REV-UMIPA19nzXf9TmWF8BFi/sVLFgih/GIzZX4QHrZeRYc=','en','SeasonedVenturer','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Apple is the best!!!','Apple is the best guide I ever had to-date. She’s super amiable, helpful and experienced in every way. Our group blended well with her. She really knows what she’s doing and what’s the best for us all (Tourists). Flexible and great in planning every detail. Will definitely be back here with Sunflower and hopefully to re-experience her splendid service!!!',5.0,'2023-12-30T06:30:29Z','REV-WTFGoBhADDW8q2L5QZ4bM3/LwBzWUjKN7V7E1B3z4ZE=','en','16ky','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Excellent trip','Excellent trip. Our guide Apple was excellent, friendly and blended in to our group perfectly. She even recommended a fabulous place for dinner and tea tasting. Totally recommended.',5.0,'2023-12-30T05:14:00Z','REV-MrgMuA6rqNlJP/638K/4UYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','BENNY_O','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Wonderful day','I had a wondeful trip. Everything was all right. By far Apple is the best guide I have had in years. She is very clever, she knows very well the history of the places we visited and she has many nice stories to tell visotors. In addition she was very helpfull in solving an issue I had with returning money from one railway ticket. I could not resolve it by myself never. So she is so nice, very professional and helpful person. The driver Mr Wang was all right. I will recomend this tour to my friends.',5.0,'2023-12-23T18:52:37Z','REV-6xNnMUh+TtUdPmF4LtG4aQOX1GWYtjvLY9vwBbvr6/4=','en','Sonia A','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','A rainy day in West Lake and Lingyin Temple','We booked this tour because we wanted to take the bullet train and also to see the key sights of Hangzhou at the same time. We were extremely lucky to have Apple as our guide.  Apple is an extremely friendly, patient, cheerful and kind person, and we got along very well! Her English is fluent and well-spoken. The weather was not on our side as rain poured down incessantly throughout our trip. Nevertheless, we highly enjoyed the tour, in particular because of Apple\'s enthusiasm and love for the city of Hangzhou. We had an early and delightful lunch at a place with Hangzhou cuisine, frequented by locals, and with an impressive array of available dishes on the menu. We enjoyed the food, which included the famous and truly delicious Dongpo pork (created, legend says, by the poet Su Dongpo who was once governor of Hangzhou). 
We went on to West Lake, which has an unmatched beauty all its own, despite the sweeping curtains of rain. It\'s no wonder that reams of poetry have been written about it. There were many couples strolling hand in hand, despite the rain. It\'s a romantic date spot, not just because of West Lake\'s scenic splendour, but also because of the great romance of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian, whose enduring love story is set in West Lake.  We took a boat ride and saw the three pagodas --  and Apple showed us that it was on one of the Chinese currency notes!  We also saw a couple of wild ducklings struggling to navigate the strong current in the waters of the lake.
Our other stop was Lingyin Temple, which is remarkable for its numerous Buddhist grottoes and the magnificent halls/temples which constitute Lingyin Temple. We saw many groups of teenagers and people who seemed to be in their early 20s, carrying flowers as they trooped into Lingyin Temple and offered prayers.  The temple itself is a grand structure, with multiple halls filled with towering statues of the deities, and each deity has a special significance in Buddhism. There were figures of the 500 arhats, the Goddess of Mercy, the Four Heavenly Kings, and many more. Apple was an invaluable guide, impressing us with the depth of her knowledge, explaining  the importance of the deities and what they meant to the people offering their prayers to them.  When rain and traffic jams delayed us, Apple was resourceful and able to quickly arrange for our return back to Shanghai such that we barely lost any time at all. We would also like to thank the driver, a chap from Huangshan, who drove us through a spectacular downpour and rush hour traffic. We would love to take another trip back to Hangzhou in a sunnier season and if so, we hope to have her as our guide again! We would very strongly recommend Apple as she was an excellent guide and also a great person to know in Hangzhou.',5.0,'2023-11-18T09:21:49Z','REV-Wix/q79Kc/cZEwe4WNM5wCQYiRUAjiNsZPndGyhiJJM=','en','desserts_heart','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great day','Great experience. Ms Esther is a very enthusiastic guide. Well-planned itinerary. Driver Mr Wang was professional.',5.0,'2023-11-16T08:51:35Z','REV-DcMw5P12X1VK/8Di33hszYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shirley_N','VIATOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Phenomenal Experience! Would highly recommend it to others','We had one of the best tours we have ever had in China. Apple was less a guide and more of a friend to us on this trip. She took us to one of the most memorable restaurants in Hangzhou where we probably had one of our best chinese meal ever. 

I cannot thank Apple enough for the hospitality she has shown us. We will for sure like to use her as our guide in our next trip.',5.0,'2023-10-30T19:18:45Z','REV-ahe9uvElUh5+tlEwM/orPLTjHwVcT296oaTX1JkwvIQ=','en','R9682XMnikhilr','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Enjoyable private tour of Hangzhou','Apple was extremely well organized, everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was very informative about things we saw and about how life is living in some of the big cities. There wasn’ta question we asked that she couldn’t answer. The car rides and driver were also great, no long waits for the car to pick us up and the driving was very  smooth. She took us to an amazing restaurant with really great food for lunch. I would recommend!',5.0,'2023-10-22T13:15:05Z','REV-EyWtlxSzkIaDqX8Xt/lEJd6crcJVB3NLobpotujB74g=','en','951jessicay','TRIPADVISOR'),('67316P48','Private Day Trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai by Bullet Train','Great guide and experience!','Amazing tour!  Our guide was so welcoming, knowledgeable, and an amazing host.  The tour was very personalized and so we were able to really get to see what we wanted to see. Also the biggest highlight was the lunch - this was the best meal we had while visiting, including going to some VERY fancy restaurants in Shanghai.  5+ STARS!!',5.0,'2023-10-14T23:56:50Z','REV-3/2d//MJo9DpffcfgE8b1rYrvQo+T2o3VoMwO/U30Ks=','en','V4894NJmk','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P1','Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama','Theatre Under the Stars','A timeless story about the history of the area and the folks that formed the area. It’s exciting, funny and poignant. The actors and staff are top notch and know their craft well.',5.0,'2023-10-20T10:33:22Z','REV-rVZqR7lNLpVOoFX3L9VU8m07U1JdVwr26lox9Sklpow=','en','Dreamer48782516779','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P1','Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama','Amateurish','Excellent set. With exception of Dad, the acting was on the level of a high school play. Trams were unsafe. Make better use of your time.',3.0,'2023-10-20T10:21:37Z','REV-2qhTTOjojhaOpnSCL6/8zoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Michael_R','VIATOR'),('67321P1','Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama','Shepherd of the Hills play','The entire event was fantastic-from the ride down into the forest from the amazing show (the barn is set on fire!) the entire play was superb!  We enjoyed the popcorn too.  Wonderful family event for the entire family ❤️ A must see!',5.0,'2023-10-14T09:33:59Z','REV-FHLlrwPnv5dkwewUhwfWPlL5U507LHPKJbeJwT64Qzw=','en','Q8106MXryanc','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P1','Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama','Wife enjoyed.','I didn\'t enjoy at all. My wife had read the book that the drama was based on and she liked it. Besides not being able to understand some of the actors, drama was cut short because of possible rain approaching. Only reason a 3 star is because wife enjoyed the part she saw. She waited 2 years for our return to see it',3.0,'2023-09-20T10:14:38Z','REV-vLNhZpwhtb4QAhGbCEXJR4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Dennis_J','VIATOR'),('67321P1','Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama','Fun night of drama and history.','We had a wonderful experience. The set and atmosphere were splendid. We loved the interaction with those who preformed. Definitely worth checking out at least 1 time.',4.0,'2023-09-15T23:23:28Z','REV-1x+lzW2YwD5p5ol70TgPrBtiYYKebHTqTE4OaPXlIXg=','en','L9913DEkeithd','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P1','Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama','Very well done!','A very well done re-enactment of the book by Harold Bell Wright. The cast was friendly, professional. The storyline was very well adhered to in spite of the limitations imposed by a stage at a single location.',5.0,'2023-09-05T08:07:45Z','REV-1ynoVfPzbttlrdB82ireNJnYzuj7/sHTuSxXwrHqEXc=','en','chestertoews','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P1','Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama','Great family night !','Great family show with our kids and grands ,they all loved it even the 6 year old ,the intermission with the square dancing was fun for all ,I loved the respect for veterans and the flag of the USA ..I had seen it years ago and have read the book and would come again ,it is a classic !',5.0,'2023-09-01T15:46:38Z','REV-OF27/nNrM3AJ7wEHjyy/ItTfB7yOdFDneu1i9RzD2Lw=','en','Safari25875805158','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P1','Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama','Terrible dinner, rude staff','Do yourself a huge favor and skip the dinner. The food was very bland, barbecue sauce had no flavor and we were rushed to eat. My mother has a medical issue and can\'t stand for long periods. People were crowding the door so we had to wait for them to get seated making us the last ones in. We were also the last to be served and in 20 minutes we were told very forcefully and unapologetically that we had to leave so they could seat and serve the next group. We weren\'t asked, it was a command and rudely stated.
 Ruined the remainder of the evening for us. I\'ll never go back or recommend it to anyone.',1.0,'2023-08-23T09:28:13Z','REV-0UwADyziNW5lAf1inf3kmo+AyApCdSTlZ6KNSlqO7P8=','en','401darrinw','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P1','Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama','Fun Show','Shepherd of the Hills Drama is always fun.  We have seen it several times.  Some of the actors have been doing the show many years.  I have read the book so the play is more interesting to me.',5.0,'2023-08-22T11:49:41Z','REV-h67xQfoXM4qQMT2Y4pYPV0JcLVmWDq82IdC8M7rcTlI=','en','waynemN4019ON','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P1','Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama','Outdoor experience','We have been to Branson many times and never had seen the Outdoor Drama. We bought our tickets at the 2for1 purple building and it included pre-show and dinner.  The pre show entertainment was excellent. The Goldwing Express are very talented. Servers were good and trying to go as fast as they could to get people their food.  Most of the food was not good. The roll was the best part and dessert was good.  I like BBQ but everything tasted very smokey. We have ate here for dinner shows in the past and they were very good.  The outdoor show was a one time experience for us.  Hearing the story was good and the actors did a great job especially in 100 degree heat. The show did drag on a bit but the second half was much better. Their veteran and USA tribute at the beginning was very good. It was disturbing to see one whole row that would not rise for the veterans, the flag, the anthem, or partipate in the prayer. It really surprised me. I say try the show at least once, get 2 for 1 tickets, skip the meal, and don\'t go on a 100 degree evening.',4.0,'2023-07-28T16:27:16Z','REV-lsRp+lXx8rz2mk32EEY8GkPF9/o5zIhdBKETIcJbcro=','en','Charley w','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P3','Shepherd of the Hills Historic Tour','Fun tour','The guide, Emily, was excellent. The scenery was beautiful. I would recommend familiarizing yourself with the story of The Shepherd of the Hills as this would make the tour more meaningful. Overall fun experience',4.0,'2023-10-19T10:20:34Z','REV-6Mo/lQCcyW+RTAn3MDrNyYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Victoria_W','VIATOR'),('67321P3','Shepherd of the Hills Historic Tour','Wonderful','Uncle Matt’s cabin and the marvelous view are well worth the visit.  It’s also historically informational',5.0,'2023-10-18T20:23:08Z','REV-u81l+Ljny++w10SoKsTyqoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Debra_G','VIATOR'),('67321P3','Shepherd of the Hills Historic Tour','Going Back in Time','This was a wonderful trip back in time to the settling of this area, and the people and events involved. Our tour guide, John Fullerton, could not have been more personable and interesting.',5.0,'2023-10-05T21:42:39Z','REV-eO5zDFckHGbzhJ/fLqnVow86lueB+6HVFFDSWlCAZRM=','en','MarkH948','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P3','Shepherd of the Hills Historic Tour','Interesting outdoor, non walking tour.','We enjoyed the tour, with all the interesting history shared. The tour is perfect for people with difficulty walking. The view at the top of Inspiration Point was fabulous. I feel it was one of the best values in Branson.',5.0,'2023-10-04T10:12:45Z','REV-LQunhQQe+sFAYiIE8kmOQYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Marcy_P','VIATOR'),('67321P3','Shepherd of the Hills Historic Tour','Zip Tip','Eli and Conner are the best zip line guides in Branson    Their expertise and cosmetic interactions are memorable for a lifetime',5.0,'2023-09-29T15:44:42Z','REV-fqpuWzSKac9+AOH3EtApfXHuHS8oj/kWM0H4w18ONAQ=','en','Y9870EWbrucel','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P3','Shepherd of the Hills Historic Tour','Great historical experience with guide, Cowboy John!','Wonderful historical review of the famous early 20th century book entitled “Shepard of the Hills”.  Request Cowboy John to be your guide. He grew up in them that hills.',5.0,'2023-09-15T15:11:40Z','REV-1x+lzW2YwD5p5ol70TgPrPPdzC5vjhO2l/i7z9zBxCk=','en','H0ndurastraveler','TRIPADVISOR'),('67321P3','Shepherd of the Hills Historic Tour','TAKE THE HISTORICAL TOUR!','John was our tour guide. He was a wealth of information about all the historical details and his passion was very evident in his presentation. We say to everyone that you need to go on the tour!',5.0,'2023-09-06T17:17:00Z','REV-ySKr2D7D1cVeWgL+Q82ph4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','jeff_a','VIATOR'),('67321P3','Shepherd of the Hills Historic Tour','Excellemt Tour!','Cowboy John was extremely knowledgable and engaging. Fascinating history of the area and the book. We had a lot of fun.',5.0,'2023-08-19T10:18:39Z','REV-t1u8htGozjyY8J/nRdZLDYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Judith_S','VIATOR'),('67321P3','Shepherd of the Hills Historic Tour','The past','I loved seeing the inside of Matt’s and Mollys house-It was the one thing I wanted to see-I can’t imagine living in such a small space but they did it',5.0,'2023-08-07T18:28:06Z','REV-FORUuitQu1moE4Z9zu11Y4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Carol_D','VIATOR'),('67321P3','Shepherd of the Hills Historic Tour','Most Enjoyable Tour Guide I \'ve seen!','Such a great tour!  John was fun, courteous, and knowlegable.  I\'m a Harold Bell Wright fan and didn\'t realize many of the things John brought to light during the tour.   He\'s done the research and is such an ejoyable guide!  The place is delightful!',5.0,'2023-08-02T16:21:43Z','REV-+USDujXgSYYnfekFA2uT1TBESh0NwRK+s7unFtk1oBo=','en','C3127QXandreas','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','Careful What you Book and Don’t have high Expectations','We had 2 issues; firstly the booking and secondly the actual tour guide.
Miscommunication resulted in mid selling a tour that was only ever delivered in Spanish which resulted in far less value than expected and wasted our time. This was exacerbated by a truly poor tour guide called Gladys. After the first 20mins on a coach all the dialogue was in Spanish so when we stopped we spoke to Gladys who had as much English skills as I had Spanish. To summarise and with the help of her colleague and Google translate she said if we didn’t want to continue we needed to make our way home at our own expense. Really is this the way to treat tourists in a city that has security issues. We therefore decided to stay and try to make the most of it. After leaving the group to wander for 20mins she then led the group to the metro where she delivered a short metro security awareness chat - we were unaware as it was not in English until another client translated for us. She then nearly lost half the group on the metro when she failed to get us all on including herself into one train. After the metro we went on the cable car. From there she handed over to a local guide for the tour of area 19 in the barrio. As security was again an issue here she was supposed to be at the back of the group whilst the local guide was at the front leading. This didn’t happen. On the way back to the city for lunch she was collecting payment and I wished to speak to her manager and the hotel to sort out our situation and be offered some sort of compensation- the upshot was if you don’t pay get off the coach now and your tour booking for the next day be cancelled. Again is this the way you treat customers when Maxitours is at fault. In summary, double check what you book is what you get and with luck you won’t get Gladys as the guide. BTW the next days tour to Guatape delivered by Nelson was excellent - both Nelson and the tour itself',2.0,'2023-06-08T22:45:34Z','REV-K3ecxd47Pld3CyuVleosbXJrtKJkbi3Ub7g5XfMBiow=','en','simonf214','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','Far from what you would expect','Did the city tour + grafitti tour. The day started at 8am (pick up at El Poblado) with a long 1hr ride to pick up 39 people (too big and some very rude and annoying), that felt like a school bus ride. Forst stop was Plaza Botero which felt very dodgy and unsafe (take care of your belongings and the people around you). Then they took us to two city parks that didn\'t have much to see, the highligjt was the bathrooms available. Next stop pueblito paisa (it was ok). Then lunch (about 1 hr, food was good). Next stop was the comuna 13 tour (took about 2.5 hours). It was unecessarily long and not much information provided (around 5 mins, same as the rest of the day, and only saw 2 graffiti), there were 5 stops to see shows (hip hop/rap dance, ice cream,  gallery, markets) when the guide kept insisting we left money/bought something. It was conpletely far from expected, as we were hoping to hear more about the history of the comuna and its transformation, but instead wento into this long bizarre market/show. Finally, they took us to the metro and cable car (best part of the tour). Ended up taking an uber back to the hostel as the school bus was starting the way back at almost 5pm (9 hours and still going). Really not recommended.',2.0,'2023-01-29T20:15:26Z','REV-OxbBUpmyi7M91a2HQKLRxOvERcmhcyeRn2hVt7BIt9s=','en','miufv','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','Not bilingual, as claimed','Where to start. Firstly, it is barely bilingual despite us confirming over WhatsApp the night before -  they said Spanish “and English”. If you are relying on English you’ll get a 20% max quick summary of what the Spanish section is. 

Second, it’s a big group. And as with big groups there’s always a few who seem incapable of keeping time… making the whole group late.

Thirdly, the sights… more explanation would help, but they didn’t really impress. You get a trip on the cable cars, literally one stop, off, quick photo opportunity and then straight back down (we were all a bit confused at this point, it wasn’t really explained before… or maybe it was, in Spanish!).

The one stop we were particularly keen on was Comuna 13. Now again, barely any translation was given of what I am sure was a very interesting account of the areas history and graffiti. We were rushed through, we stopped once to take a photo and lost the tour…. It took us 15 minutes to find other equally lost tour companions, and eventually the guide. It was meant to finish at 5, but finished 3:30… it took over an hour to drop everyone off at their hotels so technically we were back at 5… I guess. 

Basically it’s a tick box and money-grabbing exercise. Most stops you can do yourself, especially Comuna 13.

(I must emphasise that there were some equally disappointed English speakers on the tour, not just us)',1.0,'2022-06-15T21:04:35Z','REV-Dl46+SQDn81GFViv5Sv+MjVMMjGorxziHhaw6vHN/Wk=','en','DavDoh','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','Una CHIMBA','Exelente Organización, Tour Dinámico, Exelente Atención.
Los Guias son Bastantes respetuosos y saben Explicar para que uno entienda la historia antes que nada y el porque de las estructuras de la ciudad. 😍👌🏾❤️🇨🇴',5.0,'2024-04-08T10:05:16Z','REV-0FgIfIOx8AjdUsur0+QK6wFBb4N11QWaLzWt5WRW6Rs=','es','dar_ol347','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','Comuna 13','Muy buen manejo de tiempos en el city tour complentando todo lo indicado en el tour y en la comuna bastante bien el guía Leandro.',5.0,'2024-03-31T11:33:08Z','REV-dZjsjzy+287zvcQ4QPVymoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','es','Oscar_M','VIATOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','Excelente servicio','Tome dos de los tours con Maxitour y la experiencia fue increíble, considero que sus servicios ofrecen la forma más sencilla y económica de conocer Medellín y sus alrededores! 100% recomendado los guías son muy amables y explican muy bien la historia de los sitios que se visitan, me encantó todo🙌',5.0,'2024-03-06T11:56:23Z','REV-61uqWdHmgdevDyxusI3RyUQOqKZ2Wk78D3mdkoteqi0=','es','brayanalexanderl2024','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','Una experiencia increible','Todo excelente, precio, puntualidad, profesionalismo, volvería a usar sus servicios para otros lugares, muy puntuales, se lo recomiendo para cualquier visitante.',5.0,'2024-02-26T18:16:25Z','REV-qag1HBsDzNAMMgzm/Xti7KYWsH2XouzzYi7p0Un4sPY=','es','J9861UXmauricioc','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','Genial conocer','Genial el viaje, creo q comuna 13 debería tener un tour de especial, donde fuera mas tiempo, y menos gente no grupos tan grandes',4.0,'2024-02-25T16:36:24Z','REV-0/YYkhH7Q16IBV7up6yx9vaH7Dd3ZYKvppc/VvOERCc=','es','caam001','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','Buena','Todo estuvo excelente, lo único malo fue el servicio y la
Comida en el restaurante, pero de ahí en fuera todo cool',5.0,'2024-02-23T22:01:01Z','REV-Q1yegLtbPr0Om3kKJr3lJoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','es','Jacob_D','VIATOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','10/10','Super recomendable. Aunque la verdad a nosotras si nos costó caminar por comuna 13 pero es debido a la diferencia de altura de donde vivimos a Medellín. Pero lo disfrutamos mucho, los guías super buena onda, apoyando en todo. La mejor experiencia',5.0,'2024-02-07T14:10:14Z','REV-UqctdExczdoyOTNzyMTuf8pyijiNp2tY+hAd3PBi4vk=','es','Mayra E','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','Avoid it!','While I traveled with a group, I booked  the tour on Dec12 for a visit on Dec13 with Viator, only for myself. Contacted the tour operator via whatsapp messaging the evening prior to the tour to confirm it. The pick up hour was confirmed and set at 4h30 in the morning in front of an hotel nearby to my location in Medellin. I arrived shortly before and see no bus. Send the operator a whatsapp message at ~ 5AM without any message back. I stayed till 5.30AM. I went back to my hotel to catch up some sleep. 

At 11AM, after a few hours sleep, I ask for help with one of my party member better at spanish than I am. Note that, at this point,  there is no excuse/explanation message whatsoever from the tour operator. We phone and ask for a refund. A messenger arrives later with some money but he\'s short of the full refund. We had to show him the reservation, he phones the operator back and confirms the \"error\". He went back and we get the leftover money at 1PM. 

Summary: no tour, no excuse nor decent explanation offered till we ask for it, we had to actively ask for the full refund twice. At best this was a lame operation, at worst it\'s dishonest.',1.0,'2023-12-17T11:13:04Z','REV-1kuv9b+8v3u1U9eMBdZUD4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Vincent_G','VIATOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','It’s a must do trip to this amazing place. A lot to see👀 Highly recommended!!!','Nice experience, beautiful park. One day is not enough to see all what the place has to offer. Love the animals😍 family did really enjoy it🥰',5.0,'2023-07-19T09:11:33Z','REV-MO/Mwnw0Hb2ACVigcOQzEHqRAHv574UsyZG8ZpSuN7I=','en','jibelr2018','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','Bus and Tour of Hacienda Napoles','The price is fair for travel and breakfast. The bus was clean and comfortable. The bus picked up at our hotel ontime 0500.  The first to hours of ride, the employee spoke spanish into a a loudspeaker , this was from 0500 to 0700.  This was the worst part off journey.',4.0,'2020-02-17T15:38:55Z','REV-adcqpyuYOMOV0HpUdqBV9IlvK1kYrog8jokPgcqjozA=','en','637erickl','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','Must','Super tour sobre todo si vas con niños. Excelente qué te recogan en el hotel. Lo único es que la guía qué nos toco era muy apática, en cambio coincidimos con otros grupos de la misma agencia y el guía de ellos era muy alegre y explicaba a detalle todo',4.0,'2023-09-14T21:24:18Z','REV-iEQhEM8Tem10tgYm1vWhNwcMJCPxLL/xNKB5QXwKlMk=','es','Dayra L','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','La pase bien pero no volvería a ir ya que no me sentía muy segura en el bus y regrésense a Medellín se demoró mucho','Las actividades al llegar muy bueno. Pero  regresar a Medellín se demoró mas de seis horas. Estuvimos mas en el bus que en la hacienda. El conductor debería de ser mas considerado de las personas en el bus ya que conducía muy rápido en zonas donde debería ir más lento.',3.0,'2023-07-19T14:47:18Z','REV-FrYJnY4NWhIS+o43SXLWUYXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','es','JessicaAndrea_E','VIATOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','Gran tour','Una experiencia única. El transporte nos recogió en nuestro puente de encuentro puntual. El guía Ivan muy amable, y además nos contó sobre la historia de la hacienda durante el recorrido. El desayuno muy rico. Las atracciones fueron de lo mejor teniendo en cuenta que cada quien es libre y responsable de su tiempo. Recomendado.',5.0,'2023-01-22T00:23:36Z','REV-4gC91e6XIWRpTgH++3yJPPgZL/lJNUcORvpTbEps+b0=','es','fernando_ra19','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','Hacienda napoles tour - Maxitours Medellin','Recomiendo esta agencia. Tome el tour a hacienda Napoles, me recogieron en mi hotel en un bus de turismo muy comodo. El guia Ivan estuvo genial, los tiempos y la olanificaxion segun lo acordado.',4.0,'2022-11-22T20:06:07Z','REV-bbzH4I3Bcu7PmdRKkx0n3kFew+/KNvurAWTuN62WmAk=','es','Mary R','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','Super','Todo stubo a la altura desde q te recogen del hotel el trasporte los guías la comodidad y sobretodo la tranquilidad y la seguridad ,super',5.0,'2022-04-02T13:41:26Z','REV-fTQpwB3ag54ztayUzeRyEGnmXKu5uKXkJ8H3Z3oBjS4=','es','carlosvA1678CI','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','¡Experiencia inolvidable!','No pense que iba a ser tan maravilloso este viaje. Cuando compramos el tour pensamos que iba a ser muy aburrido pero desde el principio el guía Marlon lo hizo muy ameno. El lugar es literal un safari en un lugar muy cerca de Medellín, los animales espectaculares y el clima ideal para las atracciones acuáticas que son lo máximo. La agencia desde el principio estuvo muy pendiente de todo y el trato de inicio a fin fue muy cordial y estuvieron muy pendientes de todo. Super Recomendado realizar sus tours con Viajes Maxitours.',5.0,'2019-12-10T08:43:08Z','REV-Zhh8aBQE8xqSZj027X/hVkupIP1/U8waBNk0zV3o9o4=','es','jhonathanc640','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','10/10','Super recomendable. Aunque la verdad a nosotras si nos costó caminar por comuna 13 pero es debido a la diferencia de altura de donde vivimos a Medellín. Pero lo disfrutamos mucho, los guías super buena onda, apoyando en todo. La mejor experiencia',5.0,'2024-02-07T14:10:14Z','REV-UqctdExczdoyOTNzyMTuf8pyijiNp2tY+hAd3PBi4vk=','es','Mayra E','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Best Black History Tour','Christopher Williams, was the best tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and very courteous. My teenagers learned a lot and they really enjoyed the tour and so did we. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and I would definitely book again. Thanks again Chris!!
The Poulard Family',5.0,'2023-03-16T12:05:22Z','REV-yWVKryf/VpKXGf/fhwD0JIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Kimberly_P','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Great, personable and comfortable Black History Tour!','Christopher was a great tour guide.  We learned a lot about the Black history of D.C. and the back story behind the creation of the monuments, memorials and the city itself.  He also treated us with great care!',5.0,'2022-09-04T16:43:55Z','REV-KGblWowcBWjbKjX8Si22HZvrCyylZkbl7fre4tQy8KM=','en','O9995ZXdonnac','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Excellent Experience!!','Christopher was absolutely amazing! He made the tour interesting and fun. I definitely look forward to using his services again on my next visit . He is well worth the money !',5.0,'2022-09-04T09:41:10Z','REV-udM1aZmNAmfSxP6C1gcH4oXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shay_C','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Extremely knowledgeable and very personable.','We had a fabulous time on our tour.  Christopher has a great personality, is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Washington, the African American history as well as the history of the United States.  His car was spotless, and he is an excellent driver.   We enjoyed spending the day with him and I would recommend taking his tour.',5.0,'2022-06-05T14:19:33Z','REV-YCbgX1dHMpz73PZwcUP/h4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Martin_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Worth the money','Wonderful experience with Chris, a D.C. native with a deep knowledge of area history and a keen sense for complex historical anecdote. Also his jokes are good. Skipping the line at the African-American History museum is priceless and the additional sites that Chris includes on the tour are meaningful and probably impossible to visit in so little time without a chauffeured vehicle. You won’t look at some of the monuments the same way after visiting the museum. We are thinking of taking the tour again when our child is older.',5.0,'2022-02-20T09:10:50Z','REV-5y+dpwcJJv3Bb0mJh5EZloXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Emily_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC  Girl\'s Trip','Everything..and Chris expertise about Black history.  I  loved his personality.  He was professional  and kind to all of us. He is such a gentleman.',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:25:00Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5RuvAq8L7UMjtq1gJZwqk9c=','en','Baileyjacq123','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington history tour','The welcoming atmosphere, conversation, history knowledge, manners, respectfulness, humorous, and overall excellence tour experience',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:12:59Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5azAm9nc3vjD2E99jruwQv0=','en','yvettec758','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC Weekend','What an awesome tour. Our tour guide was amazing, friendly, accommodating and pleasant. I would definitely use the service and request Chris. Bravo',5.0,'2021-07-24T18:53:06Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5eu+MOLQ58o8RTgJl9tVd9I=','en','Felisha C','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','¡Experiencia inolvidable!','No pense que iba a ser tan maravilloso este viaje. Cuando compramos el tour pensamos que iba a ser muy aburrido pero desde el principio el guía Marlon lo hizo muy ameno. El lugar es literal un safari en un lugar muy cerca de Medellín, los animales espectaculares y el clima ideal para las atracciones acuáticas que son lo máximo. La agencia desde el principio estuvo muy pendiente de todo y el trato de inicio a fin fue muy cordial y estuvieron muy pendientes de todo. Super Recomendado realizar sus tours con Viajes Maxitours.',5.0,'2019-12-10T08:43:08Z','REV-Zhh8aBQE8xqSZj027X/hVkupIP1/U8waBNk0zV3o9o4=','es','jhonathanc640','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','10/10','Super recomendable. Aunque la verdad a nosotras si nos costó caminar por comuna 13 pero es debido a la diferencia de altura de donde vivimos a Medellín. Pero lo disfrutamos mucho, los guías super buena onda, apoyando en todo. La mejor experiencia',5.0,'2024-02-07T14:10:14Z','REV-UqctdExczdoyOTNzyMTuf8pyijiNp2tY+hAd3PBi4vk=','es','Mayra E','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Best Black History Tour','Christopher Williams, was the best tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and very courteous. My teenagers learned a lot and they really enjoyed the tour and so did we. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and I would definitely book again. Thanks again Chris!!
The Poulard Family',5.0,'2023-03-16T12:05:22Z','REV-yWVKryf/VpKXGf/fhwD0JIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Kimberly_P','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Great, personable and comfortable Black History Tour!','Christopher was a great tour guide.  We learned a lot about the Black history of D.C. and the back story behind the creation of the monuments, memorials and the city itself.  He also treated us with great care!',5.0,'2022-09-04T16:43:55Z','REV-KGblWowcBWjbKjX8Si22HZvrCyylZkbl7fre4tQy8KM=','en','O9995ZXdonnac','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Excellent Experience!!','Christopher was absolutely amazing! He made the tour interesting and fun. I definitely look forward to using his services again on my next visit . He is well worth the money !',5.0,'2022-09-04T09:41:10Z','REV-udM1aZmNAmfSxP6C1gcH4oXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shay_C','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Extremely knowledgeable and very personable.','We had a fabulous time on our tour.  Christopher has a great personality, is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Washington, the African American history as well as the history of the United States.  His car was spotless, and he is an excellent driver.   We enjoyed spending the day with him and I would recommend taking his tour.',5.0,'2022-06-05T14:19:33Z','REV-YCbgX1dHMpz73PZwcUP/h4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Martin_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Worth the money','Wonderful experience with Chris, a D.C. native with a deep knowledge of area history and a keen sense for complex historical anecdote. Also his jokes are good. Skipping the line at the African-American History museum is priceless and the additional sites that Chris includes on the tour are meaningful and probably impossible to visit in so little time without a chauffeured vehicle. You won’t look at some of the monuments the same way after visiting the museum. We are thinking of taking the tour again when our child is older.',5.0,'2022-02-20T09:10:50Z','REV-5y+dpwcJJv3Bb0mJh5EZloXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Emily_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC  Girl\'s Trip','Everything..and Chris expertise about Black history.  I  loved his personality.  He was professional  and kind to all of us. He is such a gentleman.',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:25:00Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5RuvAq8L7UMjtq1gJZwqk9c=','en','Baileyjacq123','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington history tour','The welcoming atmosphere, conversation, history knowledge, manners, respectfulness, humorous, and overall excellence tour experience',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:12:59Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5azAm9nc3vjD2E99jruwQv0=','en','yvettec758','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC Weekend','What an awesome tour. Our tour guide was amazing, friendly, accommodating and pleasant. I would definitely use the service and request Chris. Bravo',5.0,'2021-07-24T18:53:06Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5eu+MOLQ58o8RTgJl9tVd9I=','en','Felisha C','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','¡Experiencia inolvidable!','No pense que iba a ser tan maravilloso este viaje. Cuando compramos el tour pensamos que iba a ser muy aburrido pero desde el principio el guía Marlon lo hizo muy ameno. El lugar es literal un safari en un lugar muy cerca de Medellín, los animales espectaculares y el clima ideal para las atracciones acuáticas que son lo máximo. La agencia desde el principio estuvo muy pendiente de todo y el trato de inicio a fin fue muy cordial y estuvieron muy pendientes de todo. Super Recomendado realizar sus tours con Viajes Maxitours.',5.0,'2019-12-10T08:43:08Z','REV-Zhh8aBQE8xqSZj027X/hVkupIP1/U8waBNk0zV3o9o4=','es','jhonathanc640','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','10/10','Super recomendable. Aunque la verdad a nosotras si nos costó caminar por comuna 13 pero es debido a la diferencia de altura de donde vivimos a Medellín. Pero lo disfrutamos mucho, los guías super buena onda, apoyando en todo. La mejor experiencia',5.0,'2024-02-07T14:10:14Z','REV-UqctdExczdoyOTNzyMTuf8pyijiNp2tY+hAd3PBi4vk=','es','Mayra E','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Best Black History Tour','Christopher Williams, was the best tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and very courteous. My teenagers learned a lot and they really enjoyed the tour and so did we. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and I would definitely book again. Thanks again Chris!!
The Poulard Family',5.0,'2023-03-16T12:05:22Z','REV-yWVKryf/VpKXGf/fhwD0JIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Kimberly_P','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Great, personable and comfortable Black History Tour!','Christopher was a great tour guide.  We learned a lot about the Black history of D.C. and the back story behind the creation of the monuments, memorials and the city itself.  He also treated us with great care!',5.0,'2022-09-04T16:43:55Z','REV-KGblWowcBWjbKjX8Si22HZvrCyylZkbl7fre4tQy8KM=','en','O9995ZXdonnac','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Excellent Experience!!','Christopher was absolutely amazing! He made the tour interesting and fun. I definitely look forward to using his services again on my next visit . He is well worth the money !',5.0,'2022-09-04T09:41:10Z','REV-udM1aZmNAmfSxP6C1gcH4oXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shay_C','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Extremely knowledgeable and very personable.','We had a fabulous time on our tour.  Christopher has a great personality, is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Washington, the African American history as well as the history of the United States.  His car was spotless, and he is an excellent driver.   We enjoyed spending the day with him and I would recommend taking his tour.',5.0,'2022-06-05T14:19:33Z','REV-YCbgX1dHMpz73PZwcUP/h4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Martin_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Worth the money','Wonderful experience with Chris, a D.C. native with a deep knowledge of area history and a keen sense for complex historical anecdote. Also his jokes are good. Skipping the line at the African-American History museum is priceless and the additional sites that Chris includes on the tour are meaningful and probably impossible to visit in so little time without a chauffeured vehicle. You won’t look at some of the monuments the same way after visiting the museum. We are thinking of taking the tour again when our child is older.',5.0,'2022-02-20T09:10:50Z','REV-5y+dpwcJJv3Bb0mJh5EZloXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Emily_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC  Girl\'s Trip','Everything..and Chris expertise about Black history.  I  loved his personality.  He was professional  and kind to all of us. He is such a gentleman.',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:25:00Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5RuvAq8L7UMjtq1gJZwqk9c=','en','Baileyjacq123','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington history tour','The welcoming atmosphere, conversation, history knowledge, manners, respectfulness, humorous, and overall excellence tour experience',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:12:59Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5azAm9nc3vjD2E99jruwQv0=','en','yvettec758','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC Weekend','What an awesome tour. Our tour guide was amazing, friendly, accommodating and pleasant. I would definitely use the service and request Chris. Bravo',5.0,'2021-07-24T18:53:06Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5eu+MOLQ58o8RTgJl9tVd9I=','en','Felisha C','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','¡Experiencia inolvidable!','No pense que iba a ser tan maravilloso este viaje. Cuando compramos el tour pensamos que iba a ser muy aburrido pero desde el principio el guía Marlon lo hizo muy ameno. El lugar es literal un safari en un lugar muy cerca de Medellín, los animales espectaculares y el clima ideal para las atracciones acuáticas que son lo máximo. La agencia desde el principio estuvo muy pendiente de todo y el trato de inicio a fin fue muy cordial y estuvieron muy pendientes de todo. Super Recomendado realizar sus tours con Viajes Maxitours.',5.0,'2019-12-10T08:43:08Z','REV-Zhh8aBQE8xqSZj027X/hVkupIP1/U8waBNk0zV3o9o4=','es','jhonathanc640','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','10/10','Super recomendable. Aunque la verdad a nosotras si nos costó caminar por comuna 13 pero es debido a la diferencia de altura de donde vivimos a Medellín. Pero lo disfrutamos mucho, los guías super buena onda, apoyando en todo. La mejor experiencia',5.0,'2024-02-07T14:10:14Z','REV-UqctdExczdoyOTNzyMTuf8pyijiNp2tY+hAd3PBi4vk=','es','Mayra E','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Best Black History Tour','Christopher Williams, was the best tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and very courteous. My teenagers learned a lot and they really enjoyed the tour and so did we. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and I would definitely book again. Thanks again Chris!!
The Poulard Family',5.0,'2023-03-16T12:05:22Z','REV-yWVKryf/VpKXGf/fhwD0JIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Kimberly_P','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Great, personable and comfortable Black History Tour!','Christopher was a great tour guide.  We learned a lot about the Black history of D.C. and the back story behind the creation of the monuments, memorials and the city itself.  He also treated us with great care!',5.0,'2022-09-04T16:43:55Z','REV-KGblWowcBWjbKjX8Si22HZvrCyylZkbl7fre4tQy8KM=','en','O9995ZXdonnac','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Excellent Experience!!','Christopher was absolutely amazing! He made the tour interesting and fun. I definitely look forward to using his services again on my next visit . He is well worth the money !',5.0,'2022-09-04T09:41:10Z','REV-udM1aZmNAmfSxP6C1gcH4oXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shay_C','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Extremely knowledgeable and very personable.','We had a fabulous time on our tour.  Christopher has a great personality, is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Washington, the African American history as well as the history of the United States.  His car was spotless, and he is an excellent driver.   We enjoyed spending the day with him and I would recommend taking his tour.',5.0,'2022-06-05T14:19:33Z','REV-YCbgX1dHMpz73PZwcUP/h4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Martin_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Worth the money','Wonderful experience with Chris, a D.C. native with a deep knowledge of area history and a keen sense for complex historical anecdote. Also his jokes are good. Skipping the line at the African-American History museum is priceless and the additional sites that Chris includes on the tour are meaningful and probably impossible to visit in so little time without a chauffeured vehicle. You won’t look at some of the monuments the same way after visiting the museum. We are thinking of taking the tour again when our child is older.',5.0,'2022-02-20T09:10:50Z','REV-5y+dpwcJJv3Bb0mJh5EZloXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Emily_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC  Girl\'s Trip','Everything..and Chris expertise about Black history.  I  loved his personality.  He was professional  and kind to all of us. He is such a gentleman.',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:25:00Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5RuvAq8L7UMjtq1gJZwqk9c=','en','Baileyjacq123','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington history tour','The welcoming atmosphere, conversation, history knowledge, manners, respectfulness, humorous, and overall excellence tour experience',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:12:59Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5azAm9nc3vjD2E99jruwQv0=','en','yvettec758','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC Weekend','What an awesome tour. Our tour guide was amazing, friendly, accommodating and pleasant. I would definitely use the service and request Chris. Bravo',5.0,'2021-07-24T18:53:06Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5eu+MOLQ58o8RTgJl9tVd9I=','en','Felisha C','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','¡Experiencia inolvidable!','No pense que iba a ser tan maravilloso este viaje. Cuando compramos el tour pensamos que iba a ser muy aburrido pero desde el principio el guía Marlon lo hizo muy ameno. El lugar es literal un safari en un lugar muy cerca de Medellín, los animales espectaculares y el clima ideal para las atracciones acuáticas que son lo máximo. La agencia desde el principio estuvo muy pendiente de todo y el trato de inicio a fin fue muy cordial y estuvieron muy pendientes de todo. Super Recomendado realizar sus tours con Viajes Maxitours.',5.0,'2019-12-10T08:43:08Z','REV-Zhh8aBQE8xqSZj027X/hVkupIP1/U8waBNk0zV3o9o4=','es','jhonathanc640','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','10/10','Super recomendable. Aunque la verdad a nosotras si nos costó caminar por comuna 13 pero es debido a la diferencia de altura de donde vivimos a Medellín. Pero lo disfrutamos mucho, los guías super buena onda, apoyando en todo. La mejor experiencia',5.0,'2024-02-07T14:10:14Z','REV-UqctdExczdoyOTNzyMTuf8pyijiNp2tY+hAd3PBi4vk=','es','Mayra E','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Best Black History Tour','Christopher Williams, was the best tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and very courteous. My teenagers learned a lot and they really enjoyed the tour and so did we. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and I would definitely book again. Thanks again Chris!!
The Poulard Family',5.0,'2023-03-16T12:05:22Z','REV-yWVKryf/VpKXGf/fhwD0JIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Kimberly_P','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Great, personable and comfortable Black History Tour!','Christopher was a great tour guide.  We learned a lot about the Black history of D.C. and the back story behind the creation of the monuments, memorials and the city itself.  He also treated us with great care!',5.0,'2022-09-04T16:43:55Z','REV-KGblWowcBWjbKjX8Si22HZvrCyylZkbl7fre4tQy8KM=','en','O9995ZXdonnac','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Excellent Experience!!','Christopher was absolutely amazing! He made the tour interesting and fun. I definitely look forward to using his services again on my next visit . He is well worth the money !',5.0,'2022-09-04T09:41:10Z','REV-udM1aZmNAmfSxP6C1gcH4oXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shay_C','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Extremely knowledgeable and very personable.','We had a fabulous time on our tour.  Christopher has a great personality, is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Washington, the African American history as well as the history of the United States.  His car was spotless, and he is an excellent driver.   We enjoyed spending the day with him and I would recommend taking his tour.',5.0,'2022-06-05T14:19:33Z','REV-YCbgX1dHMpz73PZwcUP/h4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Martin_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Worth the money','Wonderful experience with Chris, a D.C. native with a deep knowledge of area history and a keen sense for complex historical anecdote. Also his jokes are good. Skipping the line at the African-American History museum is priceless and the additional sites that Chris includes on the tour are meaningful and probably impossible to visit in so little time without a chauffeured vehicle. You won’t look at some of the monuments the same way after visiting the museum. We are thinking of taking the tour again when our child is older.',5.0,'2022-02-20T09:10:50Z','REV-5y+dpwcJJv3Bb0mJh5EZloXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Emily_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC  Girl\'s Trip','Everything..and Chris expertise about Black history.  I  loved his personality.  He was professional  and kind to all of us. He is such a gentleman.',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:25:00Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5RuvAq8L7UMjtq1gJZwqk9c=','en','Baileyjacq123','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington history tour','The welcoming atmosphere, conversation, history knowledge, manners, respectfulness, humorous, and overall excellence tour experience',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:12:59Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5azAm9nc3vjD2E99jruwQv0=','en','yvettec758','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC Weekend','What an awesome tour. Our tour guide was amazing, friendly, accommodating and pleasant. I would definitely use the service and request Chris. Bravo',5.0,'2021-07-24T18:53:06Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5eu+MOLQ58o8RTgJl9tVd9I=','en','Felisha C','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','¡Experiencia inolvidable!','No pense que iba a ser tan maravilloso este viaje. Cuando compramos el tour pensamos que iba a ser muy aburrido pero desde el principio el guía Marlon lo hizo muy ameno. El lugar es literal un safari en un lugar muy cerca de Medellín, los animales espectaculares y el clima ideal para las atracciones acuáticas que son lo máximo. La agencia desde el principio estuvo muy pendiente de todo y el trato de inicio a fin fue muy cordial y estuvieron muy pendientes de todo. Super Recomendado realizar sus tours con Viajes Maxitours.',5.0,'2019-12-10T08:43:08Z','REV-Zhh8aBQE8xqSZj027X/hVkupIP1/U8waBNk0zV3o9o4=','es','jhonathanc640','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','10/10','Super recomendable. Aunque la verdad a nosotras si nos costó caminar por comuna 13 pero es debido a la diferencia de altura de donde vivimos a Medellín. Pero lo disfrutamos mucho, los guías super buena onda, apoyando en todo. La mejor experiencia',5.0,'2024-02-07T14:10:14Z','REV-UqctdExczdoyOTNzyMTuf8pyijiNp2tY+hAd3PBi4vk=','es','Mayra E','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Best Black History Tour','Christopher Williams, was the best tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and very courteous. My teenagers learned a lot and they really enjoyed the tour and so did we. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and I would definitely book again. Thanks again Chris!!
The Poulard Family',5.0,'2023-03-16T12:05:22Z','REV-yWVKryf/VpKXGf/fhwD0JIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Kimberly_P','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Great, personable and comfortable Black History Tour!','Christopher was a great tour guide.  We learned a lot about the Black history of D.C. and the back story behind the creation of the monuments, memorials and the city itself.  He also treated us with great care!',5.0,'2022-09-04T16:43:55Z','REV-KGblWowcBWjbKjX8Si22HZvrCyylZkbl7fre4tQy8KM=','en','O9995ZXdonnac','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Excellent Experience!!','Christopher was absolutely amazing! He made the tour interesting and fun. I definitely look forward to using his services again on my next visit . He is well worth the money !',5.0,'2022-09-04T09:41:10Z','REV-udM1aZmNAmfSxP6C1gcH4oXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shay_C','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Extremely knowledgeable and very personable.','We had a fabulous time on our tour.  Christopher has a great personality, is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Washington, the African American history as well as the history of the United States.  His car was spotless, and he is an excellent driver.   We enjoyed spending the day with him and I would recommend taking his tour.',5.0,'2022-06-05T14:19:33Z','REV-YCbgX1dHMpz73PZwcUP/h4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Martin_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Worth the money','Wonderful experience with Chris, a D.C. native with a deep knowledge of area history and a keen sense for complex historical anecdote. Also his jokes are good. Skipping the line at the African-American History museum is priceless and the additional sites that Chris includes on the tour are meaningful and probably impossible to visit in so little time without a chauffeured vehicle. You won’t look at some of the monuments the same way after visiting the museum. We are thinking of taking the tour again when our child is older.',5.0,'2022-02-20T09:10:50Z','REV-5y+dpwcJJv3Bb0mJh5EZloXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Emily_H','VIATOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC  Girl\'s Trip','Everything..and Chris expertise about Black history.  I  loved his personality.  He was professional  and kind to all of us. He is such a gentleman.',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:25:00Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5RuvAq8L7UMjtq1gJZwqk9c=','en','Baileyjacq123','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington history tour','The welcoming atmosphere, conversation, history knowledge, manners, respectfulness, humorous, and overall excellence tour experience',5.0,'2021-07-24T19:12:59Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5azAm9nc3vjD2E99jruwQv0=','en','yvettec758','TRIPADVISOR'),('67327P13','Perfect Private 3 Hour Black History Tour Washington DC','Washington DC Weekend','What an awesome tour. Our tour guide was amazing, friendly, accommodating and pleasant. I would definitely use the service and request Chris. Bravo',5.0,'2021-07-24T18:53:06Z','REV-M7StCKKcf//tPREzZlIC5eu+MOLQ58o8RTgJl9tVd9I=','en','Felisha C','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P6','Tour to the Hacienda N&aacute;poles Theme Park','¡Experiencia inolvidable!','No pense que iba a ser tan maravilloso este viaje. Cuando compramos el tour pensamos que iba a ser muy aburrido pero desde el principio el guía Marlon lo hizo muy ameno. El lugar es literal un safari en un lugar muy cerca de Medellín, los animales espectaculares y el clima ideal para las atracciones acuáticas que son lo máximo. La agencia desde el principio estuvo muy pendiente de todo y el trato de inicio a fin fue muy cordial y estuvieron muy pendientes de todo. Super Recomendado realizar sus tours con Viajes Maxitours.',5.0,'2019-12-10T08:43:08Z','REV-Zhh8aBQE8xqSZj027X/hVkupIP1/U8waBNk0zV3o9o4=','es','jhonathanc640','TRIPADVISOR'),('67324P4','City Tour + Graffitour Medell&iacute;n','10/10','Super recomendable. Aunque la verdad a nosotras si nos costó caminar por comuna 13 pero es debido a la diferencia de altura de donde vivimos a Medellín. Pero lo disfrutamos mucho, los guías super buena onda, apoyando en todo. La mejor experiencia',5.0,'2024-02-07T14:10:14Z','REV-UqctdExczdoyOTNzyMTuf8pyijiNp2tY+hAd3PBi4vk=','es','Mayra E','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Over priced','I rate it a 3/5 it was cool but the tickets are overpriced, it was a quick & fast experience. Not too many sea animals to see.',3.0,'2024-04-07T14:37:49Z','REV-Onic+mAIbM19Yvrf0jFdtIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Shalome_T','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','I think it should be a little more for what you pay!','I liked being able to touch the stingray! It was nice walking through the water tunnel
Learning about the different kinds of fish and sharks was pretty cool',3.0,'2024-04-07T13:13:13Z','REV-EGgudMQet0z4edO0DZGYNIXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Manuel_O','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Not worth the money','Not as good as we expected. Only small - we’d done it all in 45 minutes. Augmented reality section shut. Not many different species. I heard one mum ask if they had an octopus as her son loved them and they’d come to see one but they didn’t have any despite having a large painting mural of an octopus outside! Have other things like a squirrel, snakes, tortoises which have nothing to do with aquariums. We paid £106 for a family of 4. Waste of money and would not recommend.',3.0,'2024-04-03T09:02:40Z','REV-07McvyyG9/I7J9ykIhCx6YXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Julie_G','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Great locale and nice exhibits!','A small attraction but enjoyable, it felt like a break from the crowds at Pier 39. The otters were amazing and a family favorite.',4.0,'2024-04-02T00:54:53Z','REV-56O3A7Ew+QcNNvoYWt9Y0oHGbAQa52GJ2pu+PxBlbUA=','en','609brandir','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Worth it! Do it!','A fun, clever, informative experience that we would gladly do again. The walk through tunnel was an incredible immersive adventure!',5.0,'2024-03-17T13:39:19Z','REV-FddplmYnY5jc7zBtecp1NJHBCa/2o9hyxkDzj5CeAJI=','en','Cynthia G','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Save your money','The building looks big. But the whole aquarium is essentially 2 rooms.  It took us about 20 minutes to look at it all.  

Purchased tickets outside and then when we got in we found out the otters weren’t even available for the rest of the day.  

Very underwhelming and disappointing.',1.0,'2024-03-15T22:57:27Z','REV-B8NRxIgTytvsPp0dcyKhlEbpIu72vJFEAMK9cWsjd+Q=','en','jane_nbmn','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Sweet little aquarium but a little expensive for what it is.','A nice little aquarium at pier 39. It is quite small as they go and we only took an hour. Exhibits are very good with a great jelly fish exhibit and a fish tunnel. 
Personally I think it was a little expensive for what it was but the atmosphere was very good and it is in pier 39. may be quite expensive for a family but there were only two of us. If you are strapped for time or cash I would recommend the aquarium at the California Academy of Sciences.',4.0,'2024-01-06T20:49:23Z','REV-nb9DaEAX+SGwitDeB1y4M1Ius+c31N7NhUOSFaxwSxM=','en','ZoeG275','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Awesome experience','Very small but worth the experience very nice and clean and some employees are very attentive. Would do it again if we had more time',5.0,'2023-11-24T12:08:59Z','REV-UBqZLkxNdutBicDEjSwYk4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Luz_R','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','excellent but pricey','I really enjoyed my experience and loved the hands-on touching exhibits.  I got to touch a sting-ray and it was so velvety.  You do have to stick your arm deep so roll up your sleeves.  The tunnel was excellent as well.  There are 2 floors and you have to use the elevators - they are a bit slow.  The otters were very cute.  There are exhibits of about 12 different kinds of jellyfish and fascinating.  The price at $33 was quite steep for only about an hour experience, but everything in the area is overpriced.',4.0,'2023-11-22T22:13:41Z','REV-cJ2RfRCIsUO1vxjOePXQDor1rnaalLW0Yu8sBBIzup4=','en','bradziker1','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Beautiful Aquarium','It is a small aquarium but well done.  Highly recommend especially if you are with children.  I loved the robotic guide!',5.0,'2023-11-11T12:11:36Z','REV-PeQjCs6o0FhqXJyQ2Fyf1xsSzy57Cji8EhATAj8A0Do=','en','423rutas','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Next time in San Francisco I‘ll do it again','It was a really awsome experience! Our guide was very friendly and told us so many things and stories about the Aquarium. 
We also had enough time for everything.',5.0,'2024-03-18T15:50:07Z','REV-CbIf7rrXoNIsE6wtc8jNpoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Birgit_H','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Great expereince','Granted the aquarium is small, but they have done an amazing job with the exhibits they have. The two tunnels are well worth the visit alone. The number of rays and sharks are impressive. Our guide Conner was knowledgeable, relatable and made the excursion very enjoyable. Definitely a must done if you are in the area.',5.0,'2023-04-18T17:34:01Z','REV-32Vpe6i6KzpBViWb1YBA84XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Rebecca_A','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Good','Strai got forward guided tour of the exhibits. Nice to have the whole place to our small tour group before the aquarium opened. Guide was friendly. Wish that there was animal feeding or care to watch, that would have made it really special. Small aquarium so the hour long tour covered the whole thing. Kids loved being able to ask the knowledgeable guide lots of questions. River otters were the clear favorite attraction.',4.0,'2023-01-01T12:56:19Z','REV-rUFUB7kP8NOuTXc0pHzUyoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Erin_B','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Fun & Educational Experience!','The Aquarium of the Bay \"Behind the Scenes\" tour was the best way to utilize our time and gain the most knowledge of these aquatic animals. We learned so much from our guide. She was very upbeat & positive. You could tell she absolutely loves what she does, and she will be so successful in her career as a Marine Biologist when she finishes school. She is very educated about the animals at the aquarium and beyond. We learned so much from her, and there wasnt any question she couldnt answer. We had so much fun visiting here on our last day in SF. Im so happy to support what you do & keep up the good work!',5.0,'2022-09-28T02:12:21Z','REV-CJ8jNdRHxjUKkLRxzMZzM4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Joanna_S','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Worth it! Do it!','A fun, clever, informative experience that we would gladly do again. The walk through tunnel was an incredible immersive adventure!',5.0,'2024-03-17T13:39:19Z','REV-FddplmYnY5jc7zBtecp1NJHBCa/2o9hyxkDzj5CeAJI=','en','Cynthia G','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Save your money','The building looks big. But the whole aquarium is essentially 2 rooms.  It took us about 20 minutes to look at it all.  

Purchased tickets outside and then when we got in we found out the otters weren’t even available for the rest of the day.  

Very underwhelming and disappointing.',1.0,'2024-03-15T22:57:27Z','REV-B8NRxIgTytvsPp0dcyKhlEbpIu72vJFEAMK9cWsjd+Q=','en','jane_nbmn','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Sweet little aquarium but a little expensive for what it is.','A nice little aquarium at pier 39. It is quite small as they go and we only took an hour. Exhibits are very good with a great jelly fish exhibit and a fish tunnel. 
Personally I think it was a little expensive for what it was but the atmosphere was very good and it is in pier 39. may be quite expensive for a family but there were only two of us. If you are strapped for time or cash I would recommend the aquarium at the California Academy of Sciences.',4.0,'2024-01-06T20:49:23Z','REV-nb9DaEAX+SGwitDeB1y4M1Ius+c31N7NhUOSFaxwSxM=','en','ZoeG275','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Awesome experience','Very small but worth the experience very nice and clean and some employees are very attentive. Would do it again if we had more time',5.0,'2023-11-24T12:08:59Z','REV-UBqZLkxNdutBicDEjSwYk4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Luz_R','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','excellent but pricey','I really enjoyed my experience and loved the hands-on touching exhibits.  I got to touch a sting-ray and it was so velvety.  You do have to stick your arm deep so roll up your sleeves.  The tunnel was excellent as well.  There are 2 floors and you have to use the elevators - they are a bit slow.  The otters were very cute.  There are exhibits of about 12 different kinds of jellyfish and fascinating.  The price at $33 was quite steep for only about an hour experience, but everything in the area is overpriced.',4.0,'2023-11-22T22:13:41Z','REV-cJ2RfRCIsUO1vxjOePXQDor1rnaalLW0Yu8sBBIzup4=','en','bradziker1','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Beautiful Aquarium','It is a small aquarium but well done.  Highly recommend especially if you are with children.  I loved the robotic guide!',5.0,'2023-11-11T12:11:36Z','REV-PeQjCs6o0FhqXJyQ2Fyf1xsSzy57Cji8EhATAj8A0Do=','en','423rutas','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Next time in San Francisco I‘ll do it again','It was a really awsome experience! Our guide was very friendly and told us so many things and stories about the Aquarium. 
We also had enough time for everything.',5.0,'2024-03-18T15:50:07Z','REV-CbIf7rrXoNIsE6wtc8jNpoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Birgit_H','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Great expereince','Granted the aquarium is small, but they have done an amazing job with the exhibits they have. The two tunnels are well worth the visit alone. The number of rays and sharks are impressive. Our guide Conner was knowledgeable, relatable and made the excursion very enjoyable. Definitely a must done if you are in the area.',5.0,'2023-04-18T17:34:01Z','REV-32Vpe6i6KzpBViWb1YBA84XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Rebecca_A','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Good','Strai got forward guided tour of the exhibits. Nice to have the whole place to our small tour group before the aquarium opened. Guide was friendly. Wish that there was animal feeding or care to watch, that would have made it really special. Small aquarium so the hour long tour covered the whole thing. Kids loved being able to ask the knowledgeable guide lots of questions. River otters were the clear favorite attraction.',4.0,'2023-01-01T12:56:19Z','REV-rUFUB7kP8NOuTXc0pHzUyoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Erin_B','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Fun & Educational Experience!','The Aquarium of the Bay \"Behind the Scenes\" tour was the best way to utilize our time and gain the most knowledge of these aquatic animals. We learned so much from our guide. She was very upbeat & positive. You could tell she absolutely loves what she does, and she will be so successful in her career as a Marine Biologist when she finishes school. She is very educated about the animals at the aquarium and beyond. We learned so much from her, and there wasnt any question she couldnt answer. We had so much fun visiting here on our last day in SF. Im so happy to support what you do & keep up the good work!',5.0,'2022-09-28T02:12:21Z','REV-CJ8jNdRHxjUKkLRxzMZzM4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Joanna_S','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Worth it! Do it!','A fun, clever, informative experience that we would gladly do again. The walk through tunnel was an incredible immersive adventure!',5.0,'2024-03-17T13:39:19Z','REV-FddplmYnY5jc7zBtecp1NJHBCa/2o9hyxkDzj5CeAJI=','en','Cynthia G','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Save your money','The building looks big. But the whole aquarium is essentially 2 rooms.  It took us about 20 minutes to look at it all.  

Purchased tickets outside and then when we got in we found out the otters weren’t even available for the rest of the day.  

Very underwhelming and disappointing.',1.0,'2024-03-15T22:57:27Z','REV-B8NRxIgTytvsPp0dcyKhlEbpIu72vJFEAMK9cWsjd+Q=','en','jane_nbmn','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Sweet little aquarium but a little expensive for what it is.','A nice little aquarium at pier 39. It is quite small as they go and we only took an hour. Exhibits are very good with a great jelly fish exhibit and a fish tunnel. 
Personally I think it was a little expensive for what it was but the atmosphere was very good and it is in pier 39. may be quite expensive for a family but there were only two of us. If you are strapped for time or cash I would recommend the aquarium at the California Academy of Sciences.',4.0,'2024-01-06T20:49:23Z','REV-nb9DaEAX+SGwitDeB1y4M1Ius+c31N7NhUOSFaxwSxM=','en','ZoeG275','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Awesome experience','Very small but worth the experience very nice and clean and some employees are very attentive. Would do it again if we had more time',5.0,'2023-11-24T12:08:59Z','REV-UBqZLkxNdutBicDEjSwYk4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Luz_R','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','excellent but pricey','I really enjoyed my experience and loved the hands-on touching exhibits.  I got to touch a sting-ray and it was so velvety.  You do have to stick your arm deep so roll up your sleeves.  The tunnel was excellent as well.  There are 2 floors and you have to use the elevators - they are a bit slow.  The otters were very cute.  There are exhibits of about 12 different kinds of jellyfish and fascinating.  The price at $33 was quite steep for only about an hour experience, but everything in the area is overpriced.',4.0,'2023-11-22T22:13:41Z','REV-cJ2RfRCIsUO1vxjOePXQDor1rnaalLW0Yu8sBBIzup4=','en','bradziker1','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Beautiful Aquarium','It is a small aquarium but well done.  Highly recommend especially if you are with children.  I loved the robotic guide!',5.0,'2023-11-11T12:11:36Z','REV-PeQjCs6o0FhqXJyQ2Fyf1xsSzy57Cji8EhATAj8A0Do=','en','423rutas','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Next time in San Francisco I‘ll do it again','It was a really awsome experience! Our guide was very friendly and told us so many things and stories about the Aquarium. 
We also had enough time for everything.',5.0,'2024-03-18T15:50:07Z','REV-CbIf7rrXoNIsE6wtc8jNpoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Birgit_H','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Great expereince','Granted the aquarium is small, but they have done an amazing job with the exhibits they have. The two tunnels are well worth the visit alone. The number of rays and sharks are impressive. Our guide Conner was knowledgeable, relatable and made the excursion very enjoyable. Definitely a must done if you are in the area.',5.0,'2023-04-18T17:34:01Z','REV-32Vpe6i6KzpBViWb1YBA84XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Rebecca_A','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Good','Strai got forward guided tour of the exhibits. Nice to have the whole place to our small tour group before the aquarium opened. Guide was friendly. Wish that there was animal feeding or care to watch, that would have made it really special. Small aquarium so the hour long tour covered the whole thing. Kids loved being able to ask the knowledgeable guide lots of questions. River otters were the clear favorite attraction.',4.0,'2023-01-01T12:56:19Z','REV-rUFUB7kP8NOuTXc0pHzUyoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Erin_B','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Fun & Educational Experience!','The Aquarium of the Bay \"Behind the Scenes\" tour was the best way to utilize our time and gain the most knowledge of these aquatic animals. We learned so much from our guide. She was very upbeat & positive. You could tell she absolutely loves what she does, and she will be so successful in her career as a Marine Biologist when she finishes school. She is very educated about the animals at the aquarium and beyond. We learned so much from her, and there wasnt any question she couldnt answer. We had so much fun visiting here on our last day in SF. Im so happy to support what you do & keep up the good work!',5.0,'2022-09-28T02:12:21Z','REV-CJ8jNdRHxjUKkLRxzMZzM4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Joanna_S','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Worth it! Do it!','A fun, clever, informative experience that we would gladly do again. The walk through tunnel was an incredible immersive adventure!',5.0,'2024-03-17T13:39:19Z','REV-FddplmYnY5jc7zBtecp1NJHBCa/2o9hyxkDzj5CeAJI=','en','Cynthia G','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Save your money','The building looks big. But the whole aquarium is essentially 2 rooms.  It took us about 20 minutes to look at it all.  

Purchased tickets outside and then when we got in we found out the otters weren’t even available for the rest of the day.  

Very underwhelming and disappointing.',1.0,'2024-03-15T22:57:27Z','REV-B8NRxIgTytvsPp0dcyKhlEbpIu72vJFEAMK9cWsjd+Q=','en','jane_nbmn','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Sweet little aquarium but a little expensive for what it is.','A nice little aquarium at pier 39. It is quite small as they go and we only took an hour. Exhibits are very good with a great jelly fish exhibit and a fish tunnel. 
Personally I think it was a little expensive for what it was but the atmosphere was very good and it is in pier 39. may be quite expensive for a family but there were only two of us. If you are strapped for time or cash I would recommend the aquarium at the California Academy of Sciences.',4.0,'2024-01-06T20:49:23Z','REV-nb9DaEAX+SGwitDeB1y4M1Ius+c31N7NhUOSFaxwSxM=','en','ZoeG275','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Awesome experience','Very small but worth the experience very nice and clean and some employees are very attentive. Would do it again if we had more time',5.0,'2023-11-24T12:08:59Z','REV-UBqZLkxNdutBicDEjSwYk4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Luz_R','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','excellent but pricey','I really enjoyed my experience and loved the hands-on touching exhibits.  I got to touch a sting-ray and it was so velvety.  You do have to stick your arm deep so roll up your sleeves.  The tunnel was excellent as well.  There are 2 floors and you have to use the elevators - they are a bit slow.  The otters were very cute.  There are exhibits of about 12 different kinds of jellyfish and fascinating.  The price at $33 was quite steep for only about an hour experience, but everything in the area is overpriced.',4.0,'2023-11-22T22:13:41Z','REV-cJ2RfRCIsUO1vxjOePXQDor1rnaalLW0Yu8sBBIzup4=','en','bradziker1','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Beautiful Aquarium','It is a small aquarium but well done.  Highly recommend especially if you are with children.  I loved the robotic guide!',5.0,'2023-11-11T12:11:36Z','REV-PeQjCs6o0FhqXJyQ2Fyf1xsSzy57Cji8EhATAj8A0Do=','en','423rutas','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Next time in San Francisco I‘ll do it again','It was a really awsome experience! Our guide was very friendly and told us so many things and stories about the Aquarium. 
We also had enough time for everything.',5.0,'2024-03-18T15:50:07Z','REV-CbIf7rrXoNIsE6wtc8jNpoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Birgit_H','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Great expereince','Granted the aquarium is small, but they have done an amazing job with the exhibits they have. The two tunnels are well worth the visit alone. The number of rays and sharks are impressive. Our guide Conner was knowledgeable, relatable and made the excursion very enjoyable. Definitely a must done if you are in the area.',5.0,'2023-04-18T17:34:01Z','REV-32Vpe6i6KzpBViWb1YBA84XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Rebecca_A','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Good','Strai got forward guided tour of the exhibits. Nice to have the whole place to our small tour group before the aquarium opened. Guide was friendly. Wish that there was animal feeding or care to watch, that would have made it really special. Small aquarium so the hour long tour covered the whole thing. Kids loved being able to ask the knowledgeable guide lots of questions. River otters were the clear favorite attraction.',4.0,'2023-01-01T12:56:19Z','REV-rUFUB7kP8NOuTXc0pHzUyoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Erin_B','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Fun & Educational Experience!','The Aquarium of the Bay \"Behind the Scenes\" tour was the best way to utilize our time and gain the most knowledge of these aquatic animals. We learned so much from our guide. She was very upbeat & positive. You could tell she absolutely loves what she does, and she will be so successful in her career as a Marine Biologist when she finishes school. She is very educated about the animals at the aquarium and beyond. We learned so much from her, and there wasnt any question she couldnt answer. We had so much fun visiting here on our last day in SF. Im so happy to support what you do & keep up the good work!',5.0,'2022-09-28T02:12:21Z','REV-CJ8jNdRHxjUKkLRxzMZzM4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Joanna_S','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Worth it! Do it!','A fun, clever, informative experience that we would gladly do again. The walk through tunnel was an incredible immersive adventure!',5.0,'2024-03-17T13:39:19Z','REV-FddplmYnY5jc7zBtecp1NJHBCa/2o9hyxkDzj5CeAJI=','en','Cynthia G','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Save your money','The building looks big. But the whole aquarium is essentially 2 rooms.  It took us about 20 minutes to look at it all.  

Purchased tickets outside and then when we got in we found out the otters weren’t even available for the rest of the day.  

Very underwhelming and disappointing.',1.0,'2024-03-15T22:57:27Z','REV-B8NRxIgTytvsPp0dcyKhlEbpIu72vJFEAMK9cWsjd+Q=','en','jane_nbmn','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Sweet little aquarium but a little expensive for what it is.','A nice little aquarium at pier 39. It is quite small as they go and we only took an hour. Exhibits are very good with a great jelly fish exhibit and a fish tunnel. 
Personally I think it was a little expensive for what it was but the atmosphere was very good and it is in pier 39. may be quite expensive for a family but there were only two of us. If you are strapped for time or cash I would recommend the aquarium at the California Academy of Sciences.',4.0,'2024-01-06T20:49:23Z','REV-nb9DaEAX+SGwitDeB1y4M1Ius+c31N7NhUOSFaxwSxM=','en','ZoeG275','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Awesome experience','Very small but worth the experience very nice and clean and some employees are very attentive. Would do it again if we had more time',5.0,'2023-11-24T12:08:59Z','REV-UBqZLkxNdutBicDEjSwYk4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Luz_R','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','excellent but pricey','I really enjoyed my experience and loved the hands-on touching exhibits.  I got to touch a sting-ray and it was so velvety.  You do have to stick your arm deep so roll up your sleeves.  The tunnel was excellent as well.  There are 2 floors and you have to use the elevators - they are a bit slow.  The otters were very cute.  There are exhibits of about 12 different kinds of jellyfish and fascinating.  The price at $33 was quite steep for only about an hour experience, but everything in the area is overpriced.',4.0,'2023-11-22T22:13:41Z','REV-cJ2RfRCIsUO1vxjOePXQDor1rnaalLW0Yu8sBBIzup4=','en','bradziker1','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Beautiful Aquarium','It is a small aquarium but well done.  Highly recommend especially if you are with children.  I loved the robotic guide!',5.0,'2023-11-11T12:11:36Z','REV-PeQjCs6o0FhqXJyQ2Fyf1xsSzy57Cji8EhATAj8A0Do=','en','423rutas','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Next time in San Francisco I‘ll do it again','It was a really awsome experience! Our guide was very friendly and told us so many things and stories about the Aquarium. 
We also had enough time for everything.',5.0,'2024-03-18T15:50:07Z','REV-CbIf7rrXoNIsE6wtc8jNpoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Birgit_H','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Great expereince','Granted the aquarium is small, but they have done an amazing job with the exhibits they have. The two tunnels are well worth the visit alone. The number of rays and sharks are impressive. Our guide Conner was knowledgeable, relatable and made the excursion very enjoyable. Definitely a must done if you are in the area.',5.0,'2023-04-18T17:34:01Z','REV-32Vpe6i6KzpBViWb1YBA84XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Rebecca_A','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Good','Strai got forward guided tour of the exhibits. Nice to have the whole place to our small tour group before the aquarium opened. Guide was friendly. Wish that there was animal feeding or care to watch, that would have made it really special. Small aquarium so the hour long tour covered the whole thing. Kids loved being able to ask the knowledgeable guide lots of questions. River otters were the clear favorite attraction.',4.0,'2023-01-01T12:56:19Z','REV-rUFUB7kP8NOuTXc0pHzUyoXU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Erin_B','VIATOR'),('6734P11','Aquarium of the Bay VIP Experience','Fun & Educational Experience!','The Aquarium of the Bay \"Behind the Scenes\" tour was the best way to utilize our time and gain the most knowledge of these aquatic animals. We learned so much from our guide. She was very upbeat & positive. You could tell she absolutely loves what she does, and she will be so successful in her career as a Marine Biologist when she finishes school. She is very educated about the animals at the aquarium and beyond. We learned so much from her, and there wasnt any question she couldnt answer. We had so much fun visiting here on our last day in SF. Im so happy to support what you do & keep up the good work!',5.0,'2022-09-28T02:12:21Z','REV-CJ8jNdRHxjUKkLRxzMZzM4XU/a48chrbfdax19evxL8=','en','Joanna_S','VIATOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Worth it! Do it!','A fun, clever, informative experience that we would gladly do again. The walk through tunnel was an incredible immersive adventure!',5.0,'2024-03-17T13:39:19Z','REV-FddplmYnY5jc7zBtecp1NJHBCa/2o9hyxkDzj5CeAJI=','en','Cynthia G','TRIPADVISOR'),('6734ADMISSION','Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket','Save your money','The building looks big. But the whole aquarium is essentially 2 rooms.  It took us about 20 minutes to look at it all.  
