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Colleen & Stephen Schwarz
Thanks to Captain Traci my husband and I had the most wonderful experience of our lives swimming with the manatees in King's Bay. I would recommend this tour to anyone who was looking for the manatee experience. Captain Traci is so knowledgeable not only about the manatees but of all the animals that are native to Florida's waters. She truly cares for the manatee and showed us that by reminding us and others out there of the rules and why they need to be reinforced in order to protect these gentle giants. She helped us to feel comfortable in the water and showed us all the great manatee spots! I hope to bring my family the next time I come down to Florida! Traci, thank you so much for making my dream come true! You are truly an inspiration to us all. I think my husband finally understands why I love manatees so much! It's also great to know that I am not the only "nerd" out there that LOVES manatees. Ha ha! I will send you some pictures of our experience soon and of course my "Manatee" guest room. If you are ever going to be in the Chicago area you can stay with us! Take care and keep doing a wonderful job! See you soon!!!!!!
5 March 2008 - Yorkville, IL
Jackie Janiszewski
My grandson and I had a marvelous time swimming with the Manatees. Capt. Traci was fantastic. This was my first time using a wet suit and snorkel.she was great. The experience was totally awesome. My grandson and I hope to repeat that again this summer.Maybe I can talk my daughter and granddaughter to come along this time.
15 January 2008 - I'm living in Australia now, but was living in NY then
Stephannie, Greyson, Gus & Nikki
Every summer we vacation in Florida because that is where my parents live. In the summer of 2007 we wanted to avoid the lines and the heat of Orlando theme parks & do something that was totally unique & just for us. After an internet search & some phone calls we decided to make Capt. Traci & the manatees part of our vacation plans. Her knowledge of Kings Bay, her skill at finding manatee and her love for these incredible beings and their habitat made this one of the most memorable days that we've ever had. She pointed out old foundations & gave us a history lesson on former residents of Kings Bay while finding us the perfect place to swim with manatees, anhinga and even a quick visit by 3 dolphins. Her cooler was full of fresh & refreshing snacks & beverages, her boat was exceptionally clean & comfortable, her personality just the greatest & her concern for my husband on military deployment very genuine. My 70 year old mother absolutely loved the day, too! Capt. Traci ordered us souvenir t-shirts in our sizes & mailed them to us. When the manatee Christmas ornament went up on our tree this year it brought back conversation of the best day of our vacation which resulted in a great story with my sons and their dad who is now safely home. We're looking forward to the next time we can have Capt. Traci take us back to Kings Bay to swim with the manatee.
13 January 2008 - Fort Huachuca, AZ
Amanda Niepold and Alternative Learning Program
The only word that adequately describes Traci, her property, and her program is "wow!" Along with 4 other parents, the Alternative Learning program went to Native Vacations in the early Spring of 2007. Traci made our every arrangement from pick up to the airport through return to the airport 5 days later. She is a phenomenal captain and has a real knack for finding the manatees and getting folks close to them while impressing upon the guests the importance of these majestic animals and their required respect. I was amazed at her tolerance for our group over 5 days, and her patience with u as we changed and tweaked our days. Native vacations offers a truly unique family oriented way to become acquainted with a beautiful area of Florida and a majestic inhabitant of the coastal waters. Thanks Traci from all of us at the Alternative Learning Program! I know some of us hope to see you before the close of 2008!
18 December 2007 - Gambrills, Maryland
Doreen & Kim Wright
Traci & Kim, we can't say enough about both of you! Kim when I got off the phone with you after booking the the trip I felt like I knew you forever. You were very helpful and answered all questions I had. Your just as nice in person as you were on the phone. Keep up the good work. Traci I couldn't imagine taking this trip with anyone else or any other business. I have done dolphin swims before in the Bahamas and Mexico, going on your tour puts dolphin swims to shame! We had the most wonderful time with the manatees and snorkeling in the springs. We would have booked a second trip with you the week we were visiting but your schedule was full. Any questions anyone asked you, about any of the wildlife, you new the answer. I'm so happy I did research on all the manatee trips in the area, your company had the best reviews and now I know why! Everyone on our tour were so nice, we all ended up having lunch together at Cravings. You haven't seen the last of us. Traci good luck to you, you guys are the best!!!
23 August 2007 - West Milford, New Jersey
Jim & Kathy Ferman
We were lucky enough to swim with the Manatees with Capt. Traci on July 29th. The experience was nothing short of phenominal! The trip was in celebration of my wife, Kathy's, 50th birthday, and we could not have been more pleased. We saw a mother and her new born baby, and frollicked for quite a while with the baby. The little one clung to, and actually gave Kathy a smooch right on the mouth! We stayed at Capt. Traci's guest house and it was wonderful! There were 6 of us in our party and each enjoyed it thoroughly. I would recommend this adventure to everyone. Capt. Traci went out of her way to make sure each of us was thoroughly entertained. She is a true professional and completely understands what customer service and satisfaction is all about. BRAVO!!!!!!!!
11 August 2007 - Wickenburg, Arizona
Joe Don, Michelle, and Cady Blevins
Traci you rock! Thank you so much for a great experience! Cady and I are hooked! Those manatees were really being stinkers but thanks to your efforts you gave us a great time. What amazing creatures! We will definitely be back! Give Kim our thanks as well.
16 July 2007 - Tulsa, Oklahoma
The Birch Family
AWESOME EXPERIENCE
15 July 2007 - Massachusetts
Randy & Eileen Colaianni
Hi, We just wanted to say 'thank you' to Cap't Traci & Kim for the outstanding experience my wife had on her birthday - swimming with the manatee. Kim is very customer oriented and made the logistics of the private tour very easy and efficient and she is a pleasure to work with. Two days before our trip, my wife broke her ankle but was still eager to do what she has wanted to do for many years. Thanks to Cap't Traci, her dream came true. Cap't Traci went in the water with her and pulled her around to make sure she got the most of the experience and did not make her ankle worse. Eileen said this was her best birthday ever and Cap't Traci explained everything in detail, is an expert and is the best guide you could ever ask for. We are looking forward to doing this again next year and will absolutely work it with Cap't Traci and Kim once again. It was amazing how quickly Cap't Traci spotted the manatees and even though there are only about 50 in the summer, I think she spotted all 50. I highly recommend Native Vacations for an experience you will not soon forget.
25 June 2007 - Acworth, GA
Maria & James
Captain Traci, What can we say?! I meant it when I said that was the single neatest thing I'd ever done when we went swimming with the Manatees last year! It was just as amazing this second time! Glad we got to rescue the kayakers, too! We'll be back again, for sure!
We'll be back again, for sure!
