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I cannot overstate the beautiful time we had on your Mediterranean cruise.  Arriving at the pier in Barcelona we could hear the Irish music.  Entering the terminal you greeted us and immediately made us feel welcome.  Before we could even check-in we were offered champagne.  On the way up to our cabin my husband remarked “what class” our expectations were already above and beyond.  Seven days of bliss followed is an understatement.  Our mornings started with Mass followed by visiting some of the most magnificent sights in the world, every kind of food was available to us.  As we entered the five-star restaurant each evening to dine by candlelight and elegance we truly felt like royalty.  After our beautiful meal we went to the theatre to again experience a different all star concert nightly.  What we cannot understand is how you Gertrude Byrne could put such an incredible holiday together for 2000 guests.  Now we know why a “Gertrude Byrne Promotions Irish Cruise Cannot be Compared” Our hats are off to you!

Jerome & Cecila McCarthy Group

San Diego, California

October 2009

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A message of since thanks for a wonderful cruise and for time the spent in ensuring our group had a memorable holiday.  It is a credit to you and your organizational skills. One can only imagine the time and effort that must go into the preparations. From our accommodations, gourmet meals, the afternoon teas, the concerts and superstar entertainment we are just enthralled.   My goodness if all of our holidaymakers were aware of this type of holiday you would be sailing with ten ships a year.  Count us in on all of your future cruises.   

Joseph & Mary Collins

Castleknock, Dublin

October 20009

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I am one of the many guests who had such an incredible time on the cruise.  I want to say a sincere thank you for an incredible holiday.  We have been throughout the world but never experience a holiday such as this on the ms Oosterdam.  It was five star ++ from start to finish.  We have not stopped talking about our trip since we got back home and cannot wait for the next All Star Irish Cruise. 

Margaret Gleason

Templemore, Tipperary

October 2009

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Thank you so much for the wonderful family cruise.  Everyone enjoyed themselves.  The food was awesome.  Everything was great.  The staff provided wonderful hospitality.  It's truly amazing the amount of Irish Artists to entertain us.  They were all brillant and very friendly.  This was our first time to go on a cruise out of the US.  Everything went so smoothly.  We are very happy with our holiday. Definitely VALUE FOR MONEY!   We are will be back.
Michael & Marjorie O'Driscoll
Aberdeen, Scotland

We are widely travelled and this was out first Gertrude Byrne cruise.  We decided to try it first hand and experience what our friends had been constantly raving about. Our cruise is over and we're back, all we can say - it's indescribable!   Everything was so very well organized, from spectacular superstar shows night after night to the best in Irish music on every lounge on the ship.  Gourmet dining, great ports of call, beautiful weather and our ship on one of the most elegant on the high seas.  The excitement throughout was electrifying.  Beautiful people! what camaraderie we will never forget it.  My hat off to you Gertrude Byrne for a job well done!  We will be back and now we are the folk raving about it.
Jeffrey & Margaret Curran
Birmingham, UK

We are back and thanks would be too simplistic!  . This was the BEST cruise Tom and I have ever experienced!   We just wanted to thank you for all the courtesies extended to our family.  You helped make it wonderful. I am telling all!   We are planning to do this again next year.
Thomas & Joan Crowley
Mahwah, New Jersey

The cruise was wonderful and we had a great time. It was like a dream. Your attention to detail is just one element of what makes the adventure so special. Your service and attention to customer care and satisfaction is beyond compare. You left nothing undone!
Thanks for everything. We look forward to another cruise in the near future.
Stephen & Clare Murphy
Yonkers, NY

Wow! What a 1st Gertrude Byrne Promotions cruise experience.  It was absolutely wonderful. Thank you for all the planning and hard work you did on behalf of our entire group.  We had heard for some time what a great cruise you promote, however it took some time to get all of our gang together.  There were forty-two in our party. Each and everyone one of us had the best vacation ever. Having been on many Irish theme cruises without a doubt none could ever compare to your cruise. You made our family reunion one that will never be forgotten and we are all in favor of doing it again next year.  See you soon and we will be honored to recommend your cruise to our friends.  
George & Debra Sullivan
Palos Heights, Ill

Thanks for arranging our first family cruise.  We all had a ball!  My mother and father said it was the best way they could have celebrated their 50th.  The rooms, entertainment, and service were spectacular.  The girls loved dressing up for dinner and loved the Caribbean islands, especially Half Moon Cay.
-Thank you again,
Maureen Collins and family

Our first time experience cruising with Gertrude Byrne has far exceeded our expectations. We holiday a couple of times a year to destinations all over the world.  Never have we encountered anyone with such so commitment to customer service.  We are so spoilt that we cannot every imagine sailing with anyone other than Gertrude.  Kudos to all involved...what wonderful memories!
John & Ellen McNicholas
Manchester, UK

Well, its all over and we are finally back to normal as I am sure you are after another very successful cruise. We wanted to thank you for attending to all of our requests and for making the whole experience just perfect. We really had an awesome time and it was so much more than we could have expected. Your attention to our ceremony, dinner, music, bands, etc all made for a truly memorable and intimate wedding which was the whole point of doing it on the cruise.
Pat, Kristen, and Savana Connolly
Manhasset, NY

We had an exceptional time on the Mediterranean cruise.  It was our first one and it was just great from beginning to end.  The food was fantastic and the service was great from beginning to end.  The ports of call were unbelievable.  To wake up in wonderful sunny locations each day was unbelievable.  Everyone onboard ship were wonderful and we made some great new friends.  You know how to run a cruise Gertrude may good luck health, happiness be with you always.
RAYMOND FROGGATT
UK

As this was my first cruise I didn't know quite what to expect. What transpired was a most memorable and enjoyable experience. Everything was so well organised and the food, the service and the accommodation were all first class. The facilities, the entertainment and the fellow passengers all created a relaxed and happy atmosphere and the whole experience was one I would certainly recommend to anyone. Add to this the delightful ports of call and you have a holiday to savour.
Thanks once again for giving me such a great time.
All the best,
Charlie Landsborough

You've outdone yourself again!  Thank you for yet another marvelous and memorable trip!  Breathtaking Mediterranean ports of call during the day and a stunning variety of first-class entertainment at night made this an exceptional excursion.  What made the week so special is that so many family members and friends made the trip!  I met a man, John Walsh, on the cruise who I had not seen in forty years!  We played football together as kids in West Clare.  He teased me all week that I would have never made the team except that my father was the coach!  It was so wonderful to enjoy this glorious trip with family and catch up with so many old friends.  As always, I look forward the next adventure you have planned for us in February!  Thank you so much for including me in on all the fun!
George Casey
Branson, Missouri

In my seventies now....getting older....but your cruises seem to get better each year...if that is possible...Am now getting prepared for the 2008 Caribbean one....been shopping for my wardrobe....found a pharmacy that had A sale on in Vitamins ...this will enable me to stay up till the wee hours in the morning.  I am amazed each year with the improvements to your already perfect cruise...and these changes are made solely For the comfort and enjoyment of your passengers...their every whim is catered to...so Kudos to you Gertrude...I hope to be travelling with you for many years to come...unless the Grim Reaper pays me a visit...in which case I am sure I could convince him to give up his day job come on a Gertie Byrne Irish Cruise....
Helen Rooney
Toronto, Canada

The All Irish Caribbean Cruise we were on was about the best cruise we have been on and we are known as cruisers.  With all of the Irish entertainers direct from the old sod and a lot of the people from there also it felt like we were back in Ireland again and we have been there 18 times.  You cannot see all of the entertainment we saw on the cruise even if we were in Ireland.  We have mentioned it to others who have goine with us and they all love it also.  It is so good we have three other couples going with us on the next Gertrude Byrne All Irish Cruise.
Jim Aston
Northville, Michigan

I had some reservations about going on the cruise as a solo traveler and not knowing anybody that was going. My expectations were exceeded the minute that I arrived at the departure pier. The check-in was low key and orderly, the music at the pier was great, and the greeting hosts/hostesses were gracious. The sail away party leaving Ft. Lauderdale Lauderdale was the best I ever attended. It set the atmosphere for the rest of the trip. As I suspected, it is not hard to make friends on an Irish Cruise. I made many, many friends. The bands, comedians, and shows all exceeded my high expectations. I  booked the 2008 cruise as soon as the booking date was announced. Approximately six new couples will be going on your 08 cruise due to my positive comments to all that would listen. Your choice of entertainment, the ship (Holland American), and your customers are all upscale and a tribute to the Irish race. Keep up the good work,    

All the best,
Martin J. Barry
South Salem, New York

Thanks for a great week! Could never imagine having such an incredible vacation.  The entertainment was of ths world, something to suit everyone.  I will never forget the finale, it was quite emotional regardless of your nationality.  The ship was exquisite and the food was exceptional.  You are one great lady....congratulations you sure deliver what you offer.
Mairead McCormack
Brighton, England

There are cruises, and there are Irish Cruises. . We have been on 4 Irish Cruises with Gertrude Byrne. People often ask what cities we visit and we say" who cares,as there is so much fun on the boat it really doesn't matter." Gertrude is first class and her cruises follow suit. 
Herb and Margaret McCauley

Dear Gertrude, You deserve the best in testimonials. I am not sure how many years I have sailed with you, 6 or 7, but it is one of the greatest experiences on the high seas. First of all there is no better way to celebrate one's Irish heritage than with a cruise of Irish friends enjoying the best in Irish music and entertainment.It is not like any other cruise, very little time for resting and reading, because there is so much to do and see with all the musicians. Everyone becomes your friend. The finale gives me goosebumps as I give thanks for the blessing of being both Irish and American. It is an evening of awe and admiration for what you have accomplished with this spectacular cruise. I deeply regret that I am not able to attend in February but, God willing, I will join you in 2009. You have achieved the best and deserve the best in recognition. Good luck.
Sister Catherine Barrett
Fort Lauderdale, FL 

My husband and I joined your recent cruise to the Mediterranean.  Not being a great fan of water I was a bit apprehensive.  My family convenced me to go and am I happy I for that now.  It will be one of the most memorable times in my life.  From fantastic entertainers, beautiful accommodations, unbelievable atmostphere to fine dining, meeting great people on board - we will be back.  Keep up the good work.
John & Mary Kelly
Kilbride, Co Carlow
Ireland

My husband and I have travel led on four of your wonderful All Star Irish Cruises.  To actually try and describe it would be impossible.  We are totally in awe of how you can get everything from and incredible entertainment line-up, food etc and put it all together single handed.  There is absolutely nothing we could find fault with.  You are available on a one to one for almost 2000 passengers no matter what the query your there to answer it.  We highly recommend a Gertrude Byrne Promotions cruise and you will not be disappointed.
Shelia & Malcahy LeStrange
Manchester, UK

Thank you for the truly wonderful cruise.  This has been our seventh year cruising the Caribbean and now the Mediterranean with Gertrude Byrne Promotions and each time it gets even better.  We often wonder how your company can improve on excellence but you come up trumps every time.  Continued success.
James & Marion Mulchrone
Navan, Co Meath
Ireland

Having just returned from your cruise in September, we simply had to say a "Special Thanks" for what was a memorable and enjoyable holiday.  We have cruised with you for several years and your attention to detail in every aspect is incredible to say the least.  We had some friends travel with us for the first time and they cannot wait for the next one. 
John & Teresa McConnell
Kells, Co Meath Ireland

A cruise with Gertrude Byrnes is the most fun, most fabulous cruise ever.  We had a good time morning til night - late night, that is.  The talent on her cruise could not be surpassed and we cannot wait to go again. The craic started when we were in line to get on the ship and didn't stop until we returned.  From Brendan Shine on down to the cruise passenger who sang "Dublin in the Rare Old Times, we could not get enough. Here is a toast to Gertrude and Happy Thanksgiving!
Mary Slevin
Gainsville, VA

I have always enjoyed your Caribbean cruise but this last one to the Med was in my mind the best ever !!, The locations that we stopped were unbelievable,I had to pinch myself to believe I visited the tomb of Princess Grace ,and the wonderful city of Marseilles,I took a booklet home and on the strength of it my son has decided to get married there. It was lovely to see so many of the young and up coming artistes as well as the better known ones, you were able to introduce them to such a large and new audience, it was very obvious by the dance floors and auditoriums that all guests were having a fantastic time,food and accomodation were second to none,I have to admit that my very favourite time was in the Piano Bar every evening with Michael English and seeing the other singers really letting their hair down and singing in the intimate atmosphere,also the other bonus was meeting with old friends that I had made on previous cruises of yours. I also loved the idea of the MEET AND GREET morning, a good chance to purchase merchandise and chat to the singers.Cant wait for the next Med Cruise.
Gill Marseilles.
London

As usual we all  had a fantastic time on the Med Cruise this past September. You run a great cruise whether it  be the Med or the Carribean - hope to see you soon.
Maura
The Villages, FL

We had never cruised prior to our first sailing with Gertrude Byrne Promotions and were hesitant in case we didn’t like the “Life at Sea” but the daily activity, music, entertainment, ships staff, accommodations and ports of call were simply fantastic.  We have now sailed with Gertrude Byrne six times and are getting ready for number seven in Feb 2008.  I don’t think we would enjoy another cruise, having been spoiled so much.  We have turned two other couples onto your cruises and never a complaint from anyone.  The Meet & Greet prior to embarkation is a nice touch as is the Farewell when we leave.  Seeing many familiar faces each year is another testimony to your operation.  See you in February.
Barry & Charlotte Cornell
Matteson, IL

We have enjoyed two fabulous cruise holidays with Gertrude Byrne promotions .The standard of the entertainment & Cuisine on board was certainly 6 Star from start to finish .We can thoroughly recommend a Gertie Byrne Cruise
Francis & Kay Callaghan
Derry, N.Ireland

Everything about the Gertrude Byrne All Star Irish Cruise 2007 was superb. The MS Westerdam of Holland America line could not be faulted, the service, the accommodation, the food all exceptional. We were attracted by the Irish bands and could not believe so many top bands would be performing in one place - you could not fail to be pleased with the organisation of the entertainment - absolutely great.
Not being a lover of sea travel and never having cruised before I was more than a little nervous but I need not have worried - a floating hotel where we woke up each morning in yet another exotic port. Congratulations Gertrude - we look forward to the next one.
Sue Worth and party of 16.
Berkshire UK.

Thank you for your genorisity showed us during our recent stay at the #1 Irish Weekend in the Fallsview Resort.  The room was great as was the food and entertainment.  You are to be commedned for your effort and hard work in bringing the Irish together.  Everybody that we talked to had nothing but good things to say. Your greeting upon our arrival adds that touch of class.  Good luck and God Bless you always.
Ed & Ann Moran
Bronx, New York

My 1st # Irish Weekend was wonderful Gertrude. I had a super time and danced non stop allweekend.  See you in 2008.Daniela-Rose GauvinOttawa, CanadaHi GertieWe want to thank you and your staff for a job well done at the Fallsview Irish Weekend. Everyone in our group had a wonderful time dancing sets on a great floor!
See you next spring.
Eileen Cotter and Denis Keane

Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to take my mother-in-law (aka Mrs. Moriarty) on the wonderful Mediterranean cruise.  After she settled in at home in Tipperary, she told me that it was the "best trip" of her entire life.  I was delighted to have done it for her and also I had a great time with the music and meeting many old acquaintances. 
Pattie Moriarty/Morrissey
Old Tappan, NJ

Hello Gertie, Just wanted to let you know what an enjoyable weekend we had with you in Ellenville. The Fallsview was great and the food was so delicious. This was the first time for all 6 of our family to come on one of your trips and it will certainly not be our last. We are all booked again for May 2008 and hope we make one of you cruises very soon. We especially loved the Irish Mass.   What wonderful music for dancing. Please keep us informed of your cruises in the future. Keep us the good work. Best Regards,
Noreen and John Eglentowicz and all the O'Connor family.
Secaucus, New Jersey

#1 Irish Weekend Fallsview Resort & Country
We had a truly wonderful weekend and are recommending this to our friends.
John & Noreen Eglentowicz
Secaucus, NJ

We have been on many of Gertrude Byrnes' Irish cruises to the Carribean, but we recently returned from Gertrude Byrnes' "Irish Mediterranean Cruise".  The scenic harbor of St. Tropez. the awe-inspiring ruins of Pompei and the grandeur of Monte Carlo were just a few of our magnificent ports of call.  The fabulous Irish stars and the music that continued well into the early morning were just incredible.  We had a great time.     We can hardly wait for Gertrude's next "All Star Irish Cruise".
Mary Ann & John Murphy

I would like to take this opportunity to say how much we enjoyed the Med cruise, it was just fantastic and look forward to the next one.
Eileen & Gerry Goodwin
Atrincham, Cheshire UK

I just came off a wonderful Irish Cruise on the Mediterranean promoted by Gertrude Byrne Promotions and loved every minute of it.  If you have never been on one its definitely something you should all think about.  A fantastic time!
Kathleen Reynolds, Sons & Daughters of Erin, Marco Island, Florida

We just wanted to say thank you for organising such a fantastic cruise.
Everything was unbelievable. Please keep us on your mailing list as look look forward to another Mediterranean Cruise.

Thank you again,
Freda & Joe Kilbride,
Co. Longford, Ireland

Hello Gertie
Just got back from the Fallsview Irish Weekend,and it was terrific.You do run a fine show be it on land or sea.  Keep up the great work,and good health and luck to you.

Just got back from the Fallsview Irish Weekend,and it was terrific.You do run a fine show be it on land or sea.  Keep up the great work,and good health and luck to you.
Just got back from the Fallsview Irish Weekend,and it was terrific.You do run a fine show be it on land or sea.  Keep up the great work,and good health and luck to you.
Kathy Kelly
East Durham,New York and Deerfield Beach Fl
 

by Anna Megan

I just got back from the 2007 Mediterranean Cruise. And what can I say “WOW” as always Gertrude out did herself... .a wonderful job, a first class cruise, run by a classy lady. There was an abundance of entertainment on board in fact I heard people say there was so much good entertainment they didn’t know where to go first. And everyday was a new adventure, to wake up in the morning and see Monte Carlo, St.  Tropez, Marseille etc,  from your cabin window was just breathtaking. It was truly a wonderful experience and I would recommend it to anyone.
Anna MeganYonkers
NY, NY

by Mary Scannell

Dear Gertie,
On behalf of  all of our Chicago group ( Tom and Joan Maloney, Bill and Lynn Harvey, Eileen Shannon, Jeannette Capra, Mona Rocks, Marge Garvey, Mary Lee and yours truly, Mary Scannell), congratulations and thank you for the outstanding cruise.  The ship and the service was terrific, the ports and excursions were wonderful and the entertainment was truly outstanding.  Having Mass and the priests on board was such a blessing and I'm sure God's protection was on the trip for that reason.  Seeing the priests do the set dance at the last Mass was worth the price of the trip.
 
Thanks to you and your team for all you did to make the trip memorable  Keep up the great work.
 
Sincerely,
Mary Scannell

by Mary Fee

Gertrude:
I want to just tell you we had the experience of a lifetime.  From Monaco through Canne, Grasse (perfume industry) wine tasting, Tunis was amazing and seeing our Embassy with flag flying was a thrill and above
all Pompeii!!  And of course the Vatican, St Peter's and the museum.  Thank you for making all this available.
Having so many family members along was the icing on the cake.  And of course those were the daytime hours. The entertainment was superb.  My daughter took in all - day and night.
Again, thank you, and continued success in your endeavors.
As a  County Mayo person I am truly proud of you!
Best wishes!
Mary Fee

by Michael English

Hi Gertie,
Just a short email to say thanks for a fantastic week. It was a real honour to be part of it all. I hope you were happy with everything after all the hard work you put in. My family said it was the best week of their lives and i'm sure every last person on the ship felt the same.
 
So thanks again Gertie and hopefully we can do something again in the future.
 
Take care,
Michael English

by Edwin Scott

Absolutely outstanding! The seating arrangements for dinner were perfect -- the Glin's (?) and the two women from Philadelphia. The suite will be a must on all future cruises. Ports-of-call were all worthwile. Kudoes to you and your helpers! 
Edwin Scott