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Did a walking tour through Osaka's main spots today with Alba - covered the classic route through Dotonbori, the Glico sign area, Hozenji Temple, and Kuromon Market. The tour hit all the expected highlights and gave a decent overview of the area. Alba was knowledgeable about the basics and managed the group well enough. Overall, it was fine for getting oriented and hitting the main tourist spots. Good if you're short on time and want the basics covered, though you might want to explore some of these areas on your own afterward for a deeper experience.
Had such an amazing time with Ayumi today wandering through some of Kyoto's most beautiful spots! She's one of those guides who just gets it - totally passionate about the city and really knows how to keep a group engaged without being overwhelming. We covered so much ground, from scenic bridges to stunning temples, and she had this great way of sharing stories that made everything feel connected rather than just random stops. What I loved most was how she handled our group dynamics - we had people who wanted to take tons of photos, others who were more into the spiritual side of things and she somehow made sure everyone felt included and got what they were looking for. Her timing was spot-on too, hitting all the best viewpoints when the light was perfect and finding those peaceful moments between the crowds. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does, and it's infectious - by the end of the tour, we all felt like we'd experienced something really special rather than just ticking boxes off a tourist list. Definitely recommend booking with Ayumi if you want to see Kyoto through the eyes of someone who truly cares about sharing its magic!
Scott was honestly the perfect tour guide! He had this natural way of getting everyone in the group talking to each other right from the start, which made the whole experience feel more like hanging out with friends than a typical tour. His knowledge was solid - he'd drop these interesting facts about places like Hachiko's story or the history behind Nonbei Yokocho, but always with just enough humor to keep it engaging without being too serious. What I really appreciated was how he tailored things based on what our group was actually interested in. When we were at Shibuya Crossing, he didn't just recite the usual stats but found ways to make it personal and relevant to what we wanted to see. By the time we got to Meiji Shrine, it felt like we'd all been exploring Tokyo together for years. Scott created this really welcoming, relaxed vibe that made the tour memorable in the best way!
Kat was a great host and was able to keep a very large group engaged consistently. I like how she made a point to get to know everyone as much as she could and took the time and answer questions or even let the group take pics and chat with everyone. The tour itself was a great guide into the old town with a lot of fun tips, insights and secrets of the town. I'm glad I was able to be part of this tour! Great job Kadri!