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When people return from one of our holidays we often hear back with reviews of how they enjoyed the experience. We always welcome your comments and specifically any improvements we can make for the next traveler. Here we have posted comments from some of our recent customers.

"Thanks for recommending Dahab. It was great. We absolutely loved Ken. His work really resonated and I am very keen to go to La Gomera on his yoga holiday. Can I pencil this with you. I think Brett wants to come too.

Hope you had a Happy New Year."

Love
Danielle Roffe (Jan 2007)

"Just a quick line to say thanks so much for such a wonderful break!  Your hospitality was fantastic and attention to detail great - easily the best yoga centre and accommodation I have stayed at.  I will be back.  Do thank Tyrone for me too please.  He is a lovely man and the yoga teaching was fab. Also cannot forget the food and therapies which were second to none!"

Cheers,  Karen Turner
In Sabina, Italy (March 06)

Dear Jilly,

"Just to let you know that our trip to Kerala (Kailsam) was wonderful and everything that you suggested that it would be. I would thoroughly recommend Kailasam for both the yoga and the Ayurvedic massage as they are complimentary and both Diana and Mohan are a delight.

Since I understand that you have not personally been to this location and obviously get asked questions by prospective clients, I am just writing to confirm my approval as a frequent FreeSpirit traveller  (to date France x 2, Dahab x 2, Greece x 1, Turkey x 1, Spain x 1 and now Kerala). So I feel well qualified to tell you that this was so far my favourite Yoga holiday.

Diana gave a very well balanced and structured class every morning that was appreciated by all and a more relaxed afternoon session that suited the high temperature. She is a excellent teacher and popular with all. Mohan's massage is also excellent and despite some painful initial sessions, we all benefited from his expertise.

The breakfasts and fresh fruit were all wonderful and the easy access to local restaurants gives one a great choice of places to eat that are very inexpensive. The accommodation is basic but fair for the price, and I would recommend sole occupancy of the rooms in the house as they are small for 2 people, unless warned in advance.

You can give my contact to anyone that is considering going to Kailasam and I am happy to give an enthusiastic reference."

Kind regards
Sandra Jack  (February 05)

"I've only been back a week from The Blue Beach in Dahab and I can truly say that I cannot wait to return! It was my first yoga holiday and Free Spirit made it a totally memorable experience. The hotel and all it's staff couldn't do more for you, the yoga was excellent (thanks to David Sye) and every single person in my group were a pleasure to be with. I was spoilt for choice with not only yoga, but horse riding, massages, snorkelling and a spot of sunbathing....i can't praise it all highly enough.
I look forward most excitedly to booking again for more of the same in September!
Thank you all so much.

Sharon Goodman xx (April 2005)

"Dear Free Spirit

I returned from this transformational holiday last week and I thought I would drop you a line. I have never been compelled to write before but my holiday was so superb that I am telling everyone about it...

The yoga was fabulous - different and life enhancing - ordinary ashtanga and hatha will not compare with the inner changes that took place with Kundalini. Julie (Cuddihy) is a fabulous teacher - truly inspirational - so if you have any more holidays available with her please let me know - the Sinai sisters from Dahab ( myself and the group of wonderful people who were doing yoga in Dahab) will be first in the queue.

I had anticipated a yoga plus sunbathing holiday but it turned into the most active holiday I have ever had - diving, horse riding, desert rock climbing and all so beautifully arranged by Ibrahim the owner of Blue Beach (Dahab).

I am scared of deep water and horses but the yoga gave me the inner strength to conquer my fears.

Marcia at the diving centre took it slowly to help me relax into my introductory dive and I still can't believe I did it. I was so blown away I couldn't speak but I knew I would get into the water again in future.

I am even more scared of horses but the horses were so gentle and well trained by Mohamed/Ibrahim that my fear evaporated. I even galloped for all of 20 seconds (though my bottom is still recovering from that little adventure!)

The desert - what can I say - a trip expertly executed by Ibrahim and his Bedouin helpers - we were lucky to be shown the desert by a man who clearly loves it - it was breathtaking and in full moon fabulous. Didn't want to leave but a good shower beckoned....

Whenever we asked for a trip Ibrahim organised it expertly - we are thinking of a longer trip next time - maybe 2 weeks with one in the desert including a trip to Petra if we can persuade Ibrahim to do it!!

I can t praise the Blue Beach enough and all in all it was a perfect holiday - a real bench mark for future adventures.

I should also say ( before this gets too long) that the booking process with you was speedy and hassle free - so smooth it seemed fated and how true that is - thanks to Graham.

Thank you Free Spirit - you have a customer for life !"

Ruth Symons (12.3.04)

"Just to say that I had a great time at Cala Bassa and its back to work already. I was also wondering if you had Carol's e-mail address or normal address so that I could write and thank her for the week?"

Best wishes,
Joanne Rourke (27.5.03)

".. the hotel (Blue Beach, Dahab) was good, the service was really friendly and helpful, and they made every effort to ensure we enjoyed our holiday. Simona is of course a fabulous teacher, and I enjoyed every single yoga class. The yoga room was a really good and relaxing environment to practice. This was my first yoga holiday, and I very much hope it is not my last. The whole holiday was well organised, and the travel arrangements worked! (Which is an achievement, I think!). I found Free Spirit really helpful during the booking process. Thanks again."

Claire Smith (30.4.03)

"It all worked out famously! In the end we stayed 4 days because the hotel (Lagoona Davina) was absolutely fantastic. Do yourself a favour....get out there! It's heavenly, bliss, exactly what we wanted!  Thanks again." 

Adrienne Hill (13.3.03)

"Dear Jilly,
You may recall that I recently spent 3 weeks at Kailasam in Kerala with Diana and Mohan. I would strongly recommend the holiday. The house was beautiful and relaxing and Diana and Mohan made us feel so much at home that at times it was difficult to tear yourself away from the place. The yoga was excellent, as were the treatments given by Mohan, and the breakfast was not only healthy but delicious as well. Thank you for arranging the holiday ....  Regards"

Alka Kharbanda (21.02.03)

"I've just come back from two weeks at Kailasam and wanted to let you know how very much I enjoyed being there. Diana and Mohan were wonderful, and the place was comfortable and clean, the yoga was just great and all in all it was just terrific. Can't wait to go again!"

"I've just been on the yoga retreat at Golden Buddha Beach. Was wonderful - many thanks!"

Kate Raffan (31.12.02)

"I had really a nice holiday, that was exactly what I needed, relax, a little bit of yoga in a nice place in the sun. If in the future you have some other nice yoga courses let me know. All the best for the new year, Ciao Anna-Maria."

Anna-Maria Rocca (27.12.02)

"I had an absolutely marvellous time with Barbara and Monica in Dahab. The yoga in the morning followed by diving in the day was incredible....and thank you for all your help at such short notice. It was a pleasure dealing with you, you made things so easy. I look forward to more holidays with Free Spirit." 

Denise Rainford (12.12.02)

"Just a quick note to say thanks for organising La Buissiere  for us - Priscilla and I were very impressed. Pierette and Brian were particularly good in terms of hospitality and friendliness;  the yoga, walking, sightseeing and relaxing all went to plan!"

Margaret Wheeler (17.7.02)

"I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude - from the moment I first talked to you, I felt at ease - well looked after - it is so refreshing to deal with someone who cares about their customers!"

Jilly Johnston

"I strongly recommend a visit! Not only do I feel great but it felt like my holiday was much longer than a week!"

Lisa Steadman

"Total peace, delicious food, wonderful environment and great company. You don't get luxuries like this on your average package tour." 
(Huzur Vadisi)

Lesley Gillilan - 'Independent on Sunday'

"I had the best holiday....a very special place...." 
(Huzur Vadisi)

Rose Rouse - 'The Guardian'

"The two weeks in Dahab was incredible! I had such a fantastic time that I'm sending off letters to various travel editors and magazine people......I can't recommend it enough!!  Its a little undeveloped magic treasure."

Wendy Kurman

"I was on the Red Sea yoga holiday (Dahab) for 2 weeks in November and enjoyed it immensely, most of all Sue Pendlebury's astanga sessions. She is absolutely brilliant. I don't know if you at Free Spirit have a mailing list (we do) but I just wanted to let you know of my new address in case you do".

Birgitte Bjorholm

"Floating on the lake, gazing at the stars and walking at night among the fireflies and eating delicious feasts among friends - Thank you for these inspiring days that have passed effortlessly by. You have created a most perfect world in a most perfect place." (Ulpotha)

Sheila Rock