"Only with an appointment and a guide can you see the czars’ bejewelled excesses in the Hermitage Museum’s storerooms, which contain four-fifths of the collection, and its Treasure Gallery"
- Conde Nast Traveller (US), March 2007
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Exeter International makes things happen by having its own offices in Moscow and St Petersburg. However, even more impressive was the way the London-based Ala Osmond was able to call in favours from personal friends
- The Times, December 2007
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"Backstage trips organised by tour operators such as Russia specialists Exeter International reveal a side to Russias past that most people never see."
- The Spectator, September 2007
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"For a hassle-free short break, book through a Russia specialist such as Exeter International."
- Daily Telegraph, June 2006
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"Expert guiding with St Petersburg insider Ludmilla Kolesova of Exeter International."
- Sunday Times Travel Magazine, August 2006
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"Exeters clout was such that when I arrived outside the Kremlin Walls, I was waved to the front of the lengthy security line."
- Conde Nast Traveller (US), December 2005
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"Moscow... is huge, excessive and glamorous, which makes it the perfect place for a weekend of overindulgence."
- Sunday Telegraph, January 2006.
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St Petersburg: "The finest of fine art and architecture by day, and opera, ballet and concerts by night."
- The Observer, October 2006
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"St Petersburg is the most beautiful city in the world."
- Travel & Leisure, December 2005.
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"Music has a great advantage: without saying anything, it can say everything."
- Independent on Sunday, February 2006
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"For those who find the usual summer circuit old-hat and parochial, the Black Sea is where its at."
- Tatler, November 2006
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"For the discriminating traveller to the more exotic areas of Eastern Europe we can thoroughly recommend the professionalism, attention to detail and care of a tailor-made holiday by Exeter International. Our recent visit to St Petersburg was perfect in every detail."
- Digby & Muriel Bond, April 2006
"Anya was a first-class guide. We enjoyed her company and expertise very much."
- The Menzies Family, November 2006
"Our guide was more than excellent; her contribution made the holiday special."
- Mr & Mrs D Elliott, August 2006
"My new husband surpassed himself when he secretly arranged our honeymoon in St Petersburg. It was the most perfect surprise. Exeter International surpassed themselves in the personal service we received.
As I had always imagined, the city was a magical combination of the literary, historical and modern. The recommended hotel was outstanding, smoothly bringing together grandeur and intimacy.
Our tour guide was an excellent match for our interests. And the tips on places to eat were spot on. I know David enjoyed conspiring with Ala behind my back in the months leading up to our wedding and I shall not complain about this "other woman", given the wonderful start their plotting gave to our married life!"
- Kate Kemp, March 2006
"All six of us greatly enjoyed our brief holiday in St Petersburg. All the arrangements worked admirably and we particularly enjoyed being with our guide Helen, who was just right for us. Very many thanks to you and your colleagues for making it possible for us to have such an enjoyable break. And the ballet was wonderful!"
- Martin Harris, October 2007
"A fascinating experience made truly educational because of the experience and professionalism of our guide, Anya."
- Robert Kirkland, April 2007
"It was just superb. The itinerary was just right for our group and our guide Anya was EXCEPTIONAL."
- Vanessa Troeller, October 2007
"Without exaggeration, it was perfect."
- Patrick Simpson, January 2007
To find out more about Exeter Internationals tours of Russia and Eastern Europe, phone 020 8956 2756 or email enquiries@exeterinternational.co.uk
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