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Date Attended [v] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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A terrific history and geography lesson |
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Wed, Jul 4, 07 1:30 PM |
TheresaNeary |
Male |
60-69 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
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I, my wife and sister in law, who are Bostonians by birth, but have been away from the city for many years, had a nostagic and informative tour of Boston Harbor on the 4th of July. The boat trip combined very interesting historical information with a wonderful geography lesson, resulting in a terrific afternoon on the water. Everyone associated with the trip (park ranger/guide, boat crew and USCG auxilliary volunteeers were professional, informative and courteous. It was a day that we will not only remember fondly but would recommend it as a unique and exciting way to visit Boston from a different perspective. Thanks to all who graciously shared Boston Harbor with us. |
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Lighthouse Tour without landing the island?? |
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Wed, Jul 4, 07 1:30 PM |
seokyoonchoi |
Female |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
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I was a little bit disappointed with the lighthouse tour actually. The reason I joined the tour was my long-time interest in the Boston Lighthouse. Because I was really eager to see the lighthouse, I booked the tickets about three weeks ago. Since it was not possible to change the date, I just wish the weather would be good.
It was the 4th of July when I joined the tour. It was becoming cloudy in the afternoon, but not rainy. My friends and I took the boat and it was a pleasant trip until we got to Little Brewster Island where the Boston Lighthouse was located. However, the captain was not able to anchor the boat at the island. After trying a few times, he gave up landing, and we were not able to get into the island. The guide said it was due to safety reasons. So for the next two hours, we did not land any other islands and the boat continued sailing the harbor area until the scheduled returning time to Boston. The only reason I joined the tour was to go to the Boston Lighthouse and I could not even get to the island. It was really a big pity.
I understand their concern about safety, but as a customer I believe I have a right to enjoy the tour as much as I want. And if a costumer was not satisfied with it at any reason, I believe I deserve some kind of compensation such as another ticket for future tour or partial refund.
There were a few restriction to book the tickets; After once I bought tickets, there would be no refund or changing dates. So I was not able to change the date although the weather was not good on that day. And I was not informed about any possibility not landing at Little Brewster before the boat departed. It just happend in front of the island.
Certainly it was a waste of money for me. They did not let me change the date, and the tour wasn`t successful. and no compensation to the customer? I understand the company's not-refunding and not-changeing date policy. However, what about a customer's satisfaction?
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great commentary by ranger , |
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Wed, Jul 4, 07 1:30 PM |
sgallagh |
Unspecified |
Unspecified |
Unspecified |
Unspecified |
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disappointed that due to weather conditions we were unable to dock and explore Little Brewster or the lighthouse.
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Very informative--but didn't adapt well to weather |
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Wed, Jul 4, 07 1:30 PM |
gromitude |
Male |
30-39 |
Combination |
Family With Children |
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The boat trip was fun, and the tour during the trip very informative. The officials and volunteers who staffed the tour were knowledgable and helpful.
It was very choppy when we went out (and starting to rain), so we weren't able to dock at the Boston Light island itself as intended. That's nobody's fault. What was a poor decision, I think, was that the tour decided to go further out in the harbor, extending the trip on water, so as to give us our money's worth--and did this without consulting the passengers or taking a vote. Frankly, I think the vast majority of us would have preferred packing it in right away rather than enduring a fair amount of boredom and some seasickness. |
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A nice way to spend a day in Boston |
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Wed, Jul 4, 07 1:30 PM |
johnnord |
Male |
60-69 |
Local |
Couple on a Date |
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My wife and I wanted to do something on the 4th of July that wouldn't involve large crowds. The Light House trip filled the bill. Lots of interesting information about all of the Boston Islands. A great way to spend an afternoon in Boston. |
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Fun Outing. |
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Wed, Jul 4, 07 10:00 AM |
debralsmith2 |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Individual |
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The harbor and islands were beautiful. Little Brewster Island and the lighthouse were picturesque, and the staff was enthusiastic and helpful. |
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Great trip on a beautiful day. |
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Wed, Jul 4, 07 10:00 AM |
MarthaHerlih |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
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This was a great trip on a beautiful day. The enthusiasm of all the volunteers from the Coast Guard Auxilliary and the Friends of the Harbor Islands was wonderful and the Light House Keeper even baked cookies, which was especially nice.
My only suggestion, since I took this trip on the Fourth of July, is to include the USS Constitution turnaround near Castle Island in the boat ride and maybe join the flotilla. I've taken other boat trips that do this and it would be great to include it in this trip. |
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Brewster on the 4th |
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Wed, Jul 4, 07 10:00 AM |
dorissmith |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Individual |
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It was easy to get to fan prier via the silver line. The early boat ride to the lighthouse was ideal. Perfect weather with a light wind, very clear view. Walking around on the island and seeing the lighthouse was interesting. All the attendants were imformative and helpful. The chefs salad was delicious and plentyful. Thank you for a great morning before the fireworks. Everyone gave up their holiday time to see that we enjoyed the day..so thanks again. |
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So-So |
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Wed, Jul 4, 07 10:00 AM |
CLobron |
Male |
70+ |
Local |
Group of Friends |
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For the 10-1pm trip don't buy lunch. Not that good for $12, and you'll be back at 1pm anyway to eat ashore.
I was disappointed that there was no lecture on the island about the history of the lightnouse. They relied on visitors to ask questions. I would have preferred a more structured lecture |
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Lighthouse history |
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Sun, Jul 1, 07 1:30 PM |
potvin |
Male |
60-69 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
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You'll learn a lot and have a fine time. The time on the island was a bit too long since the lighthouse itself was closed to visitors. |
