Testimonials

• Samantha
  I would just like to send a thank you to everyone involved for a fantastic "end of week" trip to the Essendon v Adelaide game. Although an uncertain start - as to what would happen in place of seeing the boys train in Adelaide. It was an amazing experience for my first interstate game! It was great meeting Paul Hamilton and Sean Wellman and having a chat about how the boys are going. Even when the players were relaxing in the lobby of the hotel they were still very approachable and happy to sign autographs and have photos taken. By the end of the two days I felt like "one of the family". And of course a huge congrats to the boys on a fantastic win to make the trip even better. Having everything planned was great to take the pressure off organising things and to just relax and take in the atmosphere. I can't wait for the trip to Perth to play West Coast. Cheers Sam
  Whitelaw
• Andrew Grubb
  I would like to thank you all at Sportsnet and EFC for giving us the opportunity to be a part of the pioneer tour of Turkey and especially Gallipoli. I would also thank Jason who was absolutely fantastic as the tour leader. What can one say, you really have to be there to experience the atmosphere and emotion of the whole event and once you have you will never forget this for the rest of your life!!! Well organised, well run and would do it again. I have fantastic memories that I will cherish for life and made some great new friends. Take a token Collingwood supporter for comic relief and someone to pick on!!
  Tasmania
• Lance & Sue Harvey
  Hi AB, Sorry to be so tardy in replying but we are having some problems with our email. We would like to thank you all at Sportsnet and EFC for giving us the opportunity to be a part of the pioneer tour of Turkey and especially Gallipoli. It was a fantasic journey and one that will live with us forever. We were very fortunate to have had an experienced co-ordinator/organiser in Adrian. He has wonderful people skills in combining groups with understanding and patience. His teamwork with Jason Johnson was outstanding and both should be congratulated for their ability to create such a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for all the group. Accommodation was first rate, food was good, company was excellent. Both our tour guides were very knowledgeable and their differing personalities made the experience interesting. The experience of the Dawn Service at Anzac Cove was extremely moving and was made even more significant by having visited the various monuments and the trenches on the previous day. It set the scene and allowed us to become more aware of the daunting task faced by our diggers. Sleeping bags would seem to be the best option for overnight at Anzac Cove (buying them at the bazzar as Allan did was probably the most economincal). As we found, older people can slow the group when walking HOWEVER it is beneficial to have a disabled group member or two to get on the "special needs" bus to reserve lawn space. Perhaps an extra day would have allowed more free time in Istanbul. The Grand Bazzar and Spice Market warranted a little more time. Bosphorus cruise was a must - tour to the fortress Rumeli Hisar would have been interesting if it was able to be included. We are very keen for a reunion - just let us know where and when and we'll be there! Thanks again for a truly awesome experience. Hope all is well with you. Lance and Sue
  Melbourne, Victoria