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Private Tour Reviews
Gordon, Thank you so much for such a delightful couple of days! I am glad that I found you...not only for your fantastic service and expertise but for the experience of knowing you and Sasha...you are both lovely people and I very much enjoyed your company. Today I had a successful trip to Brooklyn...people were asking me how to find their way in the subway and on the streets of Brooklyn! So, you were successful too! There is much to see and do...I will return and will ask for your help...I bought 2 books at the library. So, I bet if I tell you what I'd like to see, you would be able to get there and walk around with me....it isn't off the D line train and I would most likely get lost without you or a chauffer...and to me there is no choice, now that I have found you! Thank you, Gordon...you really enabled me! I think you are a great guy, have good motives and a good idea or two! Judi Jones Loma Linda, CA |
To Future Tour Seekers, I recently found myself near New York City on business and, having never seen this incredible city, wanted to see what it's all about. However, I was by myself and had no idea where to start - that's where Gordon came in. I found his page by searching for tours and contacted Gordon about the possibility of him meeting me at the train station and showing me his town - and that's exactly how it worked. I gave him a list of things I wanted to see and he orchestrated the time we had to spend. One of my goals was to "see, hear, and smell New York City," and that's exactly what we did. While I listed the places in NYC which we've all heard about it, along the way Gordon spiced up the trip by showing me the off the beaten path places....... a charming herb shop in China Town, a little cemetery with Alexander Hamilton, a shop with really unusual natural wonders! I got to ride the subway and look up at the buildings without having to worry about anything. Gordon knows his way around NYC and can share "facts and folklore." He also has a love for the city which he cannot hide! He really made the whole experience fun, interesting, and safe! I would wholeheartedly recommend Gordon as THE NYC Tour Guide - he gave me such a positive adventure, I can hardly wait for the next opportunity I have to get another piece of the New York Experience! Nancy Brown |
Dear Gordon, We loved the tour you gave our group immensely, but the thing we loved most was your flexibilty and creativity. You took our scattered plans and created a unified tour which we could never have accomplished without you. Your knowledge of the major sites and more hidden treasures allowed us to experience New York as if we were locals enjoying a day out. Many thanks and lots of luck with this personalized tour business. I hope I can find a similar guide when we go to London next summer. Any suggestions? Cheerio, Craig Williams et. al. |
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Student Tours Reviews
I am honoured to be able to give you a reference: As someone who has planned previous educational
tours for my students, I found that our tour director, Gordon, was an
exceptional find. His knowledge of New York far surpassed my students and
my expectations. Lorraine Mar
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I just wanted to say thanks for the excellent tour you gave us. I know the boys thought it was brilliant and felt very privileged to visit Harlem. What distinguishes you from many of your colleagues is your sensitivity to the immediate needs and interests of the students. You pitch the way you speak to them at exactly the right level. Daniel Burton Aylesbury Boys Grammer School UK
Tina D'Amelio, Hello Gordon: Dany Ray, |
Gordon's great organizational skill; an ability to communicate with teenagers and adults; and his thorough knowledge of the city ensured that the teachers in charge had very little work to do once the tour began. He made it enjoyable for the supervisors as well, and was able to solve any complications quickly and efficiently. If you want to have a positive, informative and exciting trip in New York City, Gordon Polatnick should be requested for your tours. Tina D'Amelio, Dramatic Arts Teacher, British Columbia, Canada Gordon: Thanks again, |
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Big Apple Jazz Tours to
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Jazz Tour Reviews
To whom it may concern: My friends and I were lucky enough to find Gordon on
the internet and arrange a personally guided tour of New York's best jazz
establishments. With no prior contact with Gordon I must say in total
honesty that Gordon proved to be so thoroughly knowledgeable of jazz
locales and players that he could attune the tour to our personal tastes
and experience with jazz. Jack Dobbyn Dear Gordon, Thank you so much for guiding me to that fantastic Monday Night Harlem Jam. Without your help I could have never been exposed to such a wonderfull true jazz experience like that in my life. I now know what is the real jazz , the music and the atmosphere. Hopefully seeing you again. Sincerely, Hello again Gordon, |
Dear Gordon, My husband and I would like to thank you for the
experience we went through with you. That jazz tour we took with you in
New York was an amazing adventure. Those places we visited, the whole
atmosphere in them, the people performing, the environment... everything
was tops. And we thought we had seen jazz before!! We were completely
mistaken. Gordon, When we describe our visit to New York the evening with you is always a highlight. I did a lot of research but I never would have found the places you took us to. Thank you again for your help. I think you might want to rethink your prices though. It was beyond a bargain. I don't see how anyone could afford NOT to use your services. Thanks, Gordon, |
"This tour, hosted by New York jazz expert Gordon Polatnick, is the real deal for jazz buffs." ~ Brian Silverman Frommer's New York City 2009 & New York City For Dummies Gordon, Thanks a million
for the fabulous Harlem jazz experience you mastered so wonderfully! I
wish all my colleagues from the UN could hear your charming stories and
insights, or the fantastic jam sessions you gave us the chance to enjoy in
some cool clubs. My stay in New York would have been much poorer without
this tour! Thanks for opening my eyes to the places where I can have the
most authentic and thrilling jazz experiences!!! I’ll be back!” Dear Gordon Your tailor-made tour of jazz clubs was the
indisputable highlight of our visit to New York. Regards from your Dutch connection, Kees Broekhof Dear Gordon, I just wanted to follow up and thank you so much for the wonderful experience David and I had with you on the Harlem Jazz Tour recently. We had a fabulous time that night. The memories are strong, clear and very happy. I have told a number of people about you and will continue to do so. I think the service you provide is unique and very good. I recall testimonials on your web site from former clients, let us know if we can be of any help in providing you with testimonials or other promotions. Best to you and thank you again for a great time, Sarah Richardson |
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International Tours Reviews
Gordon, you were a fantastic and caring guide for us in South America. Thank you for all the extra things you did for all of us to make our trip truly a great memory. Sincerely, Anne Stadler |
Hi Gordon: I can imagine you have collected hundreds of accolades already and what could I possibly add. Ecuador & the Galapagos still rank up there with my East African safari and trip down the Amazon River, and much of the enjoyment I experienced was due to your ability to guide without guiding and lead without pushing. Wit, humor, compassion & patience are fine attributes of a remembered host. Best of luck! Like your web
site. Ernie Richards, |
Hi Gordon... Nice to hear from you...We just got back from a leisurely Alpine tour with Grand European...A great trip with an excellent tour guide...And speaking of tour guides, you are still at the top of our list after our South American tour last year...We've been traveling since 1984 and have never had a more caring, efficient, even-tempered guide on any trip...I was particularly thankful for the attention you gave to Betty when she injured her hand...We wish you all of the best in whatever your current endeavors are...Please keep in touch... Mel Hirsey |
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