REVIEWS
Deree – American College of Greece




Review Erin


A few years ago, I met the most efficient, knowledgeable, and amiable tour guide I have known. And in looking back through my travels for the last 45 years, I find that I have visited 79 countries with various tour companies, both on land and sea. Katia from Inspiration Ventures is by far the best guide I have had the pleasure of meeting and working with throughout my years of traveling abroad. She was available any time anyone ever needed assistance and answered every question without a moment’s hesitation.

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The itinerary Inspiration Ventures suggested was a perfect match to our group needs. Very impressive. Very professional. (and very reasonably priced..!)

Erin V.
Group Leader
Boston, MA
May 2016

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Kathy and Paul P.


My husband and I arranged for a 2 week custom tour of Greece with Maria Mavrelli and INSPIRATION VENTURES Greece and were amazed at what they were able to put together for us. Every day was an adventure as we toured the country, stayed in boutique hotels and spent time at archaeological and cultural sites, and extra places we were interested such as Meteora and the Corinth Canal.

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The tour was very well planned, the guides were informative and friendly, and the services were outstanding. We came away with a great love of the country and the people and – of course – the food! Thank you to Marie and all who helped make this such a great holiday for us

Kathy and Paul P.
Prince George, BC, Canada
July 2018

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Chavart


We gratefully give our highest recommendations to Inspiration Ventures Greece. They not only arranged a superb trip for us but provided guides of the highest caliber—professional, knowledgeable and affable!! — which made our Greek experience truly memorable.
5 STARS ALL AROUND!!

Richard and Veronica Charvat
California,
April 2017



Erin V.


A few years ago, I met the most efficient, knowledgeable, and amiable tour guide I have known. And in looking back through my travels for the last 45 years, I find that I have visited 79 countries with various tour companies, both on land and sea.

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Katia from Inspiration Ventures is by far the best guide I have had the pleasure of meeting and working with throughout my years of traveling abroad. She was available any time anyone ever needed assistance and answered every question without a moment’s hesitation.

The itinerary Inspiration Ventures suggested was a perfect match to our group needs. Very impressive. Very professional. (and very reasonably priced..!)

Erin V.
Group Leader
Boston, MA
May 2016

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Fred and Ruth Sauer


We had a fantastic trip to Greece thanks to Katia Mavrelli and Inspiration Ventures Team. We highly recommend Katia without reservation. She made a very special trip simply extraordinary.

Fred and Ruth Sauer
Minneapolis, MN
May 2016



Argentos


I have been to Greece at least 14 times in the last 45 years and yet I continued to learn more about the country due to the expertise of Katia Mavrelli. She is a walking encyclopedia of Greek history, myths, customs, foods, politics, culture, etc. I was continually amazed at her knowledge and grasp of what people were interested in and how she explained each subject or question so that everyone would understand.

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We had an outstanding holiday, thanks to Inspiration Ventures, and memories to last a lifetime. I hope to be able to make similar arrangements in the future and use them for another trip.

I would most whole heartedly recommend Inspiration Ventures for any tour. If you are looking for efficient travel services and a highly qualified, professional tour guide or leader, get Katia and you will not be disappointed but rather enlightened by her qualifications.

Chris Argentos,
San Francisco, CA
June 2015

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Brad Laughlin


For 18 years I have led sacred site tours and meditation retreats through many countries, including South Africa, Egypt, Israel, France, the US Southwest and Greece. Recently, I had the incredible privilege of collaborating with Katia Mavrelli and Inspiration Ventures for the first time. Our retreat in Greece was successful in every way, beyond my wildest expectations.

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I requested as much peace and quiet as possible, due to our need for a meditative experience. Katia successfully provided a relaxing travel schedule and found us the most intimate, high-vibe, affordable inns and restaurants, as well as exquisitely beautiful, natural settings with unparalleled views and intimate indoor meeting spaces. All of this provided the perfect container for our unique needs—something very challenging to do amidst the busy tourist season.

I requested a tour with an authentic, local flavor. Everywhere we went, Katia arranged for us to feel especially welcomed. She was always sensitive to our needs. As a tour guide she innately knew when to share her extensive knowledge of Greek history, myth and geography, and when to give us our private space. Almost every request, no matter how small, was somehow magically fulfilled—fresh goat yogurt with local honey, a homemade picnic, spontaneous Greek language tutorials and so much more.

Brad Laughlin
Group Leader/ Author
Miami, FL
June 2015

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Sharon Review


Katia’s impeccable attention to detail, tenacious follow-through and strong leadership skills are far beyond that of an average tour planner and guide. This, combined with her warm, joyful, friendly manner and true caring have engendered my deep trust in her.

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We are already planning another tour together, and I cannot wait to share her gracious hospitality with the next group. In fact, everyone on the first tour said they plan to come on the next one too. As a group leader for over 15 years I have realized that planning the trip with local providers has great results on pricing too, which adds to the value of the group experience! I can’t imagine leading another tour in Greece without Inspiration Ventures support and TLC.

Thank you, Katia and Inspiration Ventures Team, for the extraordinary gift you gave us!

Sharon D.
Group Leader
Boston area, MA
September 2016

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