Our group booked Wine Tours by Design for a friend's 60th Birthday. Working with Orson was easy and…read morehe had a great selection of wineries that he works with. He's flexible on payment allowing each member to pay directly rather than us taking up a collection and making a single payment like a travel agency. Water and snacks included in the van ride so you're never hungry or thirsty between stops. Overall it was a great experience. The wineries chosen were also top notch and very customer oriented. I would highly recommend his tours because the whole package is something you can't beat.

Orion is such a great guy! Friends have told me that he provides great tours. Strongly recommend!read more

ATL Vineyard Express........Is it possible to give more than 5 stars? This was a surprise for me by…read moremy significant other "he received plenty brownie points for this oneJ". Oh what a wonderful surprise and experience it was........So let's just say that I was very stunned to learn that there were so many wineries in the state of Georgia. This is how my journey unfolded on this beautiful day; I will start with Tom Ward the owner....Mr. Wine Connoisseur himselfJ Very knowledgeable and full of wisdom beyond his years. There wasn't a question that I asked or wanted to learn about wines that Tom wasn't able to provide me with an answer for. Tom was friendly, kind, attentive and very accommodating. Once we got on the tour bus, filled with snacks, water, wine and movies I was like a kid on her way to her very first field trip. We made a stop at one of his pickup locations to pick up two additional lovely ladies. We stopped and had a celebratory toast to begin our wine adventure; it was amazing. From there, we drove to the first winery "Wolf Mountain Vineyard". It was cozy, beautiful, with great ambiance. We had a quick bite (very delicious) and of course several rounds of wine tasting. Then we were off again to our 2nd winery "Serenity Cellars". This in itself was an amazing experience. The staff was remarkable; there was a wide selection of wines red and white. I am normally a sweet wine drinker, but this definitely gave me an opportunity to expand my palate and gave me a better appreciation for different wines. Of course, I could not forget the beautiful young lady that serenaded us with her lovely voice. Lastly, our 3rd winery "Kaya Vineyard & Winery". This winery was a little bit more upbeat, much younger crowd, not as quaint as the other wineries but nonetheless still good. There wines were ok but didn't knock me off my feet. Yes, I still drank it.....all of it lol. The view was amazing, one of the most beautiful rainbows I have ever seen. It was just my luck because then the second rainbow came out; first time ever seeing a double rainbow. So I said all this to say, no matter your level of expertise with wines this is the tour for you. There is something for everyone. I bought several bottles of wine and have been enjoying some and put the rest up for another time. I am a light weight so on the way home I slept like a baby while everyone else enjoyed a great documentary on wines. I am actually looking forward to doing this tour again. Maybe in the Spring or the Summer. One of my best tours ever!!!!! I applaud the level of excellence received at ATL Vineyard Express.

An amazing experience from start Tom operates on…read morehonesty and integrity to all of his customers. The entire experience was amazing. Very knowledgeable and well represented once you're accompanied by Tom to the vineyards. This experience is definitely a must for anyone looking to try something new

VIP Journeys has come a long way and is one of the most qualified tour companies in the US selling…read moreSouth America. Congratulations on a well thought plan to market, promote and sell the so many diverse travel programs you have! There are not enough words to describe the wonderful work you do, your tenacity, efficient and always very diligent in taking care of your clients needs, offering people unique and memorable experiences. Hats off to you! Carol and Michael, Wishing you the very best in the years to come!

VIP Journeys created a fabulous itinerary for my wife and I when visiting Peru. We only had a…read morelimited amount of time to travel and explained what we wanted from our trip. We quickly received an itinerary which met our needs and decided to go with it. From the moment we arrived in Lima to the last day of our trip in Cuzco we were delighted. We were met by our private guides in all locations. They were not only very knowledgeable but spoke perfect English and went out of their way to guide us in the way we wished to travel. We spent more time doing what we wanted to do and little time doing things that did not interest us. We would highly recommend VIP Journeys for a customized itinerary to any of their destinations. Thank you for making this trip special and memorable!

Excellent Flavors of Atlanta Food Tour (with guide Nick) - a 3-hr walking tour in/around Midtown!…read more We started with an apple pressed ale and literally world-wide award-winning burgers that are served between two Krispy Kreme donuts (usually from Shaquille O'Neills KK - but it was recently burned down - so, they use KK from another franchise awaiting the rebuild!); followed by Shrimp & Grits (or Brisket & Grits) along with a Bourbon Peach Mesh that was to die for ... could've had two ... hmm, we did! Finished up with dessert and a smokey blackberry mojito and some had shots of Red Bull ! We also walked around Midtown & learned about the area ... Nick was an outstanding young man - articulate and knowledgeable! Definitely a five-star event!

Justin and Erin from southern beer tours were wonderful. My group of 11 people couldn't have been…read morehappier with our experience. They gave us fun information about each brewery we visited and insider information of what beers to try. They also shared any piece of information they have gained over their many years of beer tasting. As visitors from out of town we also made sure we asked for restaurants and sites to see around town, Justin and Erin were happy to help out. We rode around in a clean and spacious bus with a private driver. You get picked up and dropped off at the same spot if you choose to do so. You even get a gift bag at the beginning. Over the afternoon you may even bond with your other group members and make the tour that much better. Take the next opportunity to take this tour, whether you're a local or visiting. It's worth your time and money.

I had such a wonderful experience with Wicks and Wine! I purchased the half-day wine-making and…read morevineyard tour as a birthday gift for my mom, and from beginning to end, the entire experience was handled beautifully.Kenya was incredibly responsive, helpful, and attentive throughout the entire process. She answered every question I had, provided a very detailed agenda so we knew exactly what to expect, and even followed up the night before to make sure everything was in place. Most importantly, my mom was so happy and truly enjoyed her birthday experience! It made my heart smile knowing that I was able to give her a memorable experience rather than just another gift. Thank you, Kenya and Wicks and Wine, for helping make my mom's birthday so special. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking for something unique, thoughtful, and well organized.

Fantastic Tour!! I just wanted you to know that our wine tour with your company was the highlight…read moreof our visit to Atlanta, Ga. My party consisted of 13 people and you took great care of us. Kenya took care of everything from making our reservation for lunch, booking the paint and sip and the winery she chose was fabulous. We would never have found it on our own. Our driver was the best too! You have a very, very classy operation. Vaneshia King

Vino Van LLC owes me nothing after this birthday experience! From the moment the van picked us up…read morefrom my home, it was pure fun -- from mimosas to karaoke the entire ride. We visited three wineries: Serenity Cellars, Creekstone Winery, and The Cottage Vineyard & Winery. We enjoyed lunch during the tour and had a minimum of four tastings at each winery. We truly enjoyed all three wineries, but our favorite was Serenity Cellars. They had us up dancing from the moment we walked into the private area! It was such an amazing experience, and the best part was not having to drive through Atlanta traffic. I highly recommend Vino Van for your next private winery event. We may have to make this a tradition!

There's sommeliers and than there's vinologists. I discovered a personal favorite from a private…read morewine tasting celebrating "For the Culture." Sampling wines by African Americans and from the continent of Africa with The Vino Van, LLC. If you have ever wondered what's the big deal about WINE or if you have ever wondered how to pronounce all of the varietals and how to understand the five S of a quaff than don't walk but run to your computer, phone or tablet and schedule a private and intimate wine tasting with The Vino Van. The possibilities are endless and the experience is indescribable. I decided to discover wines from African Americans and from the continent of Africa. It was a wonderful concept and a great decision "For The Culture." The owner and founder is so knowledgeable, professional and charismatic. You will enjoy every moment of your wine tasting. I highly recommend the private tasting and or the wine tour. You will not be disappointed!

A group of 11 Yelpers went on Alpharetta Tours' HOWLpharetta Ghost Tour this past Thursday night…read more(9/5). Thanks to Yelp OTP intern Sarah G. for organizing (http://www.yelp.com/events/alpharetta-uye-alpharetta-food-truck-alley-and-howlpharetta-ghost-tour). We were originally scheduled to do the ghost tour on August 8, but forecasted inclement weather at the time postponed our event. The day of the originally scheduled event, I received a phone call from Alpharetta Tours informing me of the event postponement. I also received an email with a new set of tickets. The process was handled well. Tickets were $12 per person. We got a special group rate. The regular price is $15 per person. We met up with Jen Hunt, owner/operator of Alpharetta Tours, around 8:15pm in front of the Dodd Hotel in historic downtown Alpharetta. This was just around nightfall. The tour lasted about 2 hours and it was a walking tour. Bring comfortable walking shoes! Jen was a really cool tour guide. She's a history buff and you can tell she knows her stuff, especially when it comes to the City of Alpharetta. She has done her research. The HOWLpharetta Ghost Tour can kind of be thought of as two tours in one: (1) a history tour of Alpharetta and (2) a ghost tour. We learned a lot about many of the buildings in downtown Alpharetta -- what they used to be, who used to live/work in them, etc. We learned that Old Roswell St. used to be the main thoroughfare through town. We learned that Native Americans used to be shackled, transported barefoot, and buried in the surrounding area. The HOWLpharetta Ghost Tour is more of walking, educational, and historic tour more than anything else. If you're looking for a scary, haunted house experience, then you'll probably be bored. We spent a good amount of time at each stop. Jen gave us more than enough information on the history and backstory behind many of Alpharetta's historic sites and buildings. We learned about multiple prominent families in Alpharetta's history, such as the Dodds and Webbs. The tour involved a lot of walking and standing. Most of us were tired at the end, both because of the walking/standing and because it was the end of a long (week)day. We stayed within a 2-mile radius of the downtown area. Most of the walking was done on paved surfaces such as sidewalks and asphalt. However, there was one part where we were behind an old cotton mill (IIRC) and were walking in the dark on gravel. Speaking of the dark, a flashlight would prove useful, though it's not necessary. We visited many closed/empty storefronts, businesses, and houses (with permission). We also visited the nearby local cemetary, Resthaven Cemetary. I have never seen nor experienced a ghost or paranormal activity in my life, but I don't rule out the possibility of these entities existing. However, I do tend to be a skeptic. I find the whole "orbs" thing to be funny. Jen explained that if we snapped a photo and saw orbs in our photo, that the orbs represent young spirits unable to fully manifest themselves yet. I personally think these orbs are just specks of dust or other matter flying in the air or perhaps light reflecting strangely through the camera lens. I did get some nice shots of orbs. You can check out the photos I've posted with this review to see them. Jen posted one of them to the Alpharetta Tours' Facebook page and Twitter feed: https://twitter.com/alpharettatours/status/375838874297061376. Jen was also a jokester. She told a lot of corny ghost jokes. I couldn't believe how many she had in her repertoire. Before going on the tour, be sure to read the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) on Alpharetta Tours' web site. It has a lot of useful and helpful info. There are no restrooms on the tour route, so be sure to go before you start the tour. Also, you may get bitten by a mosquito or two, so you might consider putting on some insect repellent. Finally, be sure to tip your guide at the end, especially if you had fun. We had fun because of our guide and because of the company.

Jen was amazing from the planning of our private ghost tour until the end of the tour itself. Our…read moreoriginally scheduled tour was postponed due to the chance of severe weather and she was so easy to work with throughout rescheduling and was very accommodating. We emailed back and forth so much that I felt like we were friends! :) First of all, she is adorable -- corny jokes and all -- and I was really impressed with her knowledge of the history of Alpharetta. She's not only been thorough in her research, but I can't believe she's memorized all of that. She's a great storyteller. As far as paranormal activity, I'm a skeptic, but I'm also easily spooked, so I thought this would be a really fun activity. Plus you get a bit of exercise walking around! I definitely saw some stuff, or at least think I did. Moving mirrors inside of buildings, flickering lights, etc. It was just the right amount of spooky. Even if you go and don't see anything, there's still lots of creepy stories to be heard! My only complaint, and this has nothing to do with the tour itself, is that there were still a fair amount of people out/cars driving by/etc. from 8:30-10:30. It might've had to do with the fact that we went on a Thursday after Alpharetta Food Truck Alley, but I would have loved a darker, quieter setting just to enhance the mood. Plan a private tour and get 10+ of your friends together (or plan a UYE like I did!) for a group discount. I'm sure the public tours are great, too, and they're every Friday and Saturday night. Be sure to follow AT on social media. Jen posts discount codes and giveaways! I can't wait to see what else Alpharetta Tours has in store for the community! Jen mentioned trying to put together a pub crawl and I would be allllll over that once it's organized.

Amazing experience! Ms. Georgette is an excellent tour guide. Her vibrant personality really shows…read morehow much she loves what she does! We will definitely use her services for our next visit to the Georgia vineyards!

I was one of the 4 couples that booked our wine tour with Georgette, and she was great with…read moreaccommodating all our needs! You can either select 3 wineries or go with a preset option which we ultimately went with so it made it a lot easier for us. Upon arriving to each location, Georgette checked us in helped keep us on track (with time). Being an event planner myself, it was nice to not have to take the lead and have someone do it for you. I would definitely recommend her services to anyone. She doesn't just do wine tours! Georgette is a woman with many trades and hats! Thanks Ms. G!!