| Rating |
Date Attended [v] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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Very Enjoyable
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| Thu, Aug 16, 07 12:00 PM |
carolschampa |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Couple on a Date |
| The trip was great in itself. The boat was clean, the staff was excellent. Capt. Tom was great. I would recommend it as a very fun and exciting day event.
The only draw back was the flies. Also, the waiting area. Why don't you put fans in that area (that would help the fly problem). It was very warm just sitting there and I don't think there was not a person fanning themselves. No air movement. The flies are hard to control but maybe a good spray about 2 hrs before the first cruise might help. I know we went in August and it many not be the same for the other months and I am sure it is not but for the summer months these little suggestions might help future passengers enjoy their day alot better.
Also. the restaurant had lots of flies inside and we killed about 6 ourselves. Very uncomfortable with flies flying around and that is why we did not order a breakfast or lunch just french fries. We both could keep the flies off the fries with only one plate to watch. Also, maybe open earlier around 9am or even 10am. Again, maybe just for the summer to get people out of the heat. There were flies on the boat too, so maybe spray that too about 2 hrs. before sail. I am fully aware that this is going to be a hard situation to control but if you take the advice of the fans and the restaurant that would be a good start to improve your event. Cause I would tell people of these problems so they would be aware of it.
All in all it was alot of fun. Thank you for a friendly staff and a great Capt. Tom.
So that is it from me |
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Wonderful experience
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| Tue, Aug 14, 07 12:00 PM |
uconns |
Male |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| We were delighted with the entire cruise. It was fun and informative and just a great day to be on the water and enjoy all that Mother Nature can provide. I highly recommend it to anyone in the Phoenox Metro area. |
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A little pricey for what was delivered
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| Sat, Aug 11, 07 12:00 PM |
notsowise |
Male |
40-49 |
Local |
Family With Children |
| The day was very hot (100+), but that is not the fault of the tour providers. The lake is beautiful and the sites are interesting. The best site was the embedded pertified logs in the cliff. Otherwise, you're looking at rock formations (similar to cloud formations), camp sites, dry waterfall stains, cactus and oh yeah, lots and lots of jet skis and ski boats. The Captian was very knowledgable and funny. The first mate was also nice and helpful. The boat is not truly paddle wheel driven, but rather a standard inboard diesel with some sticks cobbled out the back that look like a paddle wheel. I don't think I will rush back out to take my out-of-state visitors, but I can now check off the Dolly Cruise from my "Things to Do While on the Earth" list. Maybe if I went when the temps weren't so opressive I'd have written a more enthusiastic review. |
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Great lake view of the mountains
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| Fri, Aug 10, 07 12:00 PM |
bavirisetty |
Male |
20-29 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Couple on a Date |
| It is a nice trip for me and my GF. Beautiful locations. |
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Peaceful ride on the lake
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| Wed, Aug 1, 07 2:00 PM |
raymartin |
Male |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Couple on a Date |
| Sure it was hot (Phoenix in July) and muggy (monsoon season, 70% humidity), but the trip around the lake was quite relaxing. Each turn brought new and interesting sights. There wasn't much wildlife visible (they didn't like the heat and humidity either), but no matter, my wife and I enjoyed ourselves. The captain was a fine narrator as well, adding to the ambiance.
Next time we're in the area we'll probably take the dinner cruise for a longer and perhaps more romantic tour. |
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How do you spell it, T O M
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| Sun, Jul 29, 07 12:00 PM |
gordondummer |
Male |
70+ |
Local |
Family With Children |
| T O M did a great job, but the best part was seeing the big horn sheep.
We will be back for a dinner cruise.
Good time.
Nancy & Gordy |
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nice ride
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| Sun, Jul 29, 07 12:00 PM |
dougiefish |
Male |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| Nice Ride NEEDS BOOZE!! |
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Enjoyable summer activity
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| Fri, Jul 27, 07 12:00 PM |
MaryCami |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Couple on a Date |
| I used to live in East Mesa and spent a lot of time at Canyon Lake. I promised myself I would one day take the time to ride the Dolly. I didn't realize until the day of the tour that it was a "narrated" tour. The Captain did a wonderful job, and even though I had been on the lake many times, I had never paid much attention to the rock formations and some other sights that he pointed out. I also learned a good deal about the history of the lake and the area in general. The weather was great, and the tour was great. I would recommend the trip on the Dolly enthusiastically. |
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relaxing
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| Thu, Jul 19, 07 12:00 PM |
NANCY1966 |
Female |
60-69 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| nice time |
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Nice cruise - A little warm
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| Thu, Jul 12, 07 12:00 PM |
gregburdick |
Male |
50-59 |
Local |
Family With Children |
| We really enjoyed the cruise with our two boys. We went on a very warm day, but besides the heat, really thought the cruise was worth taking. |
