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Reviews of Serenity Holidays

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Good 40
Average 3
Poor 1
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Reviews Submitted: 302
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Sunbeach Hotel by DG, 21 Apr 2019
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Very Disappointing

This was our first to visit The Gambia and probably our last. The hotel was very shabby and tired especially the bedroom, food was mediocre and service slow. Staff all after handouts, I totally understand how poor the country is but becomes quite wearing by end of the week being told it’s the end of the season and they have 5 kids to feed etc etc, funny that they all have top of the range phones ( maybe theses were gifts from guests as 2 ...

This was our first to visit The Gambia and probably our last. The hotel was very shabby and tired especially the bedroom, food was mediocre and service slow. Staff all after handouts, I totally understand how poor the country is but becomes quite wearing by end of the week being told it’s the end of the season and they have 5 kids to feed etc etc, funny that they all have top of the range phones ( maybe theses were gifts from guests as 2 people told me that the bar girls had asked for their iPhones when they were leaving).

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We could not fault The tour operator, the service from booking to arring was excellent.

Serenity Holidays by Mr Ed, 4 Apr 2019
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Sunshine , Relaxing

A great hotel friendly helpful staff . A place to relax chill out, close to the beach with their own loungers and shades and life guard. Food good, entertainment every night but not on to late. Free safe, wifi, water and towels you can change every day.

A great hotel friendly helpful staff . A place to relax chill out, close to the beach with their own loungers and shades and life guard. Food good, entertainment every night but not on to late. Free safe, wifi, water and towels you can change every day.

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Cape Verde Experience. Rep Tracey Hall

Serenity Holidays by SallyH, 23 Mar 2019
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First time to Gambia

We have had a wonderful 10 days relaxing in the lovely Karaiba Hotel, we stayed on a bed and breakfast basis and were close to Kololi strip where there are plenty of restaurants to choose an evening meal. All hotel staff and friendly and polite. The grounds are beautiful with sun beds widely spaced, attended by pool staff offering drinks and snacks as desired. We recommend swimming in the sea which was warm with lots of waves, was great fun...

We have had a wonderful 10 days relaxing in the lovely Karaiba Hotel, we stayed on a bed and breakfast basis and were close to Kololi strip where there are plenty of restaurants to choose an evening meal. All hotel staff and friendly and polite. The grounds are beautiful with sun beds widely spaced, attended by pool staff offering drinks and snacks as desired. We recommend swimming in the sea which was warm with lots of waves, was great fun. We booked two excursions which were both enjoyable and informative and opened our eyes to life for ordinary people and children in the Gambia

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We travelled with Gambia experience who provided a seamless service from booking, pre holiday information and excellent flight and in hotel representative and information board

Serenity Holidays by Lainey, 18 Mar 2019
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7 days in Gambia relaxing and three days in Senegal looking at wildlife.

We spent the first week relaxing, and taking in the sun and trying local food. The facilities at the hotel were very good and there was a choice of two pools and the beach to relax on. We then took and interesting journey on the ferry across to Senegal to stay on a wildlife reserve. The animals came right down to the hotel every evening, including a white rhino. The trips out exceeded all expectations, and the food was amazing!

We spent the first week relaxing, and taking in the sun and trying local food. The facilities at the hotel were very good and there was a choice of two pools and the beach to relax on. We then took and interesting journey on the ferry across to Senegal to stay on a wildlife reserve. The animals came right down to the hotel every evening, including a white rhino. The trips out exceeded all expectations, and the food was amazing!

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Gambia Experience organised all our transfers well. When moving to Senegal, we were taken to the ferry, and then met by another guide who took us across, to meet transport on the other side.

Serenity Holidays by SimmyB, 17 Mar 2019
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Memorable holiday combining relaxation and culture

We had a wonderful relaxing holiday in The Gambia for one week staying at the African Princess hotel which had a pool coming out of a terrace from our room which was like having our own private pool. We did the day tour 6 in 1 which combined many sights. Really worth doing. Loved The Gambia and cannot wait to return. If you are looking for relaxation and culture The Gambia is a holiday to do.

We had a wonderful relaxing holiday in The Gambia for one week staying at the African Princess hotel which had a pool coming out of a terrace from our room which was like having our own private pool. We did the day tour 6 in 1 which combined many sights. Really worth doing. Loved The Gambia and cannot wait to return. If you are looking for relaxation and culture The Gambia is a holiday to do.

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The Gambia experience were extremely helpful to the booking on the telephone, explaining all I needed to know through to the reps at both Gatwick and then at Banjul airports and then being on call as they told us 24/7 for the whole period we were there. Karamo our rep explained everything clearly to us. Would not hesitate to use them again and in fact this is the second time I have used them as we used The Goa experience 18 months ago. Highly recommend them.

Serenity Holidays by Dhansak64, 16 Mar 2019
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Winter break

One week in Gambia

One week in Gambia

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Serenity Holidays (The Gambia Experience) were very good.

Serenity Holidays by Owl, 16 Mar 2019
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First trip to The Gambia

Birdwatching and nature holiday

Birdwatching and nature holiday

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Gambia Experience - very organised

Serenity Holidays by Katster, 9 Mar 2019
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Total relaxation

Holiday was fabulous. Good hotel, good accommodation, staff were welcoming and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. Entertainment was good and nightly. Lots of sun beds with no reserved spaces which was great if you didn’t go to the pool til late. Hassle free holiday and will definitely be returning before the end of the year with all of our family. Loving the new African princess hotel Spa and gym facilities were excellent and would highly ...

Holiday was fabulous. Good hotel, good accommodation, staff were welcoming and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. Entertainment was good and nightly. Lots of sun beds with no reserved spaces which was great if you didn’t go to the pool til late. Hassle free holiday and will definitely be returning before the end of the year with all of our family. Loving the new African princess hotel Spa and gym facilities were excellent and would highly recommend lisa (beauty salon) and also Sam the waiter

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Excellent service as per previous bookings Will only use Gambia experience to travel now

Serenity Holidays by Georgina, 27 Feb 2019
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Gambian getaway

Guaranteed sunshine, excellent people and varied hotels.

Guaranteed sunshine, excellent people and varied hotels.

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Extremely efficient and caring

Serenity Holidays by KC1, 25 Feb 2019
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Gambia needs guides/representatives

Great holiday at Kairaba for 7 days and 3 days at Fathala. Over in Africa a guide/rep is needed to stop the hassle from locals. Better prices for tours found outside

Great holiday at Kairaba for 7 days and 3 days at Fathala. Over in Africa a guide/rep is needed to stop the hassle from locals. Better prices for tours found outside

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Good support from Gambian Experience ,,,, at a price !!