点评:I have traveled the world for decades, and was never compelled to write a review until meeting Patrick Larkin, Ireland West Chauffeurs, on a recent tour of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Patrick started the tour as our expert driver, historian, teacher, comedian, and music director. He quickly became a friend, and during lengthy drives we learned so much from him, all the while singing along to a customized playlist and laughing until we cried and our ribs hurt.
From a practical perspective, it is infinitely more relaxing to travel without worrying about driving on unfamiliar (narrow!) roads, navigating road construction, parking, and developing a last minute "plan B" due to inclement weather. Perhaps most important of all, being a carefree passenger is especially conducive to absorbing the unparalleled tranquility and beauty of Ireland. Patrick managed so many details behind the scenes, and welcomed us to his pristine van each morning - already stocked with water, drinks, and the promise of our next adventure.
Patrick, thank you for everything! Your presence and friendship enhanced our Ireland experience exponentially, and you are forever embedded in our happy memories. Also, thanks again for helping to extricate me from the depths of the Malinmore Court Tomb (3,000 BC). Haha, I could have been there for another 5,000+ years - see photo!!
Five stars is not nearly enough! You deserve the number of stars in the glistening night sky over Ireland. Wishing you continued success, and please visit us in the U.S. - it would be an honor to host you. Hopefully we are up to the task, having learned from the best.
翻译:我环游世界几十年了,一直没想写一篇游记,直到最近在爱尔兰和北爱尔兰的旅程中遇到了爱尔兰西部司机 Patrick Larkin。Patrick 一开始是我们的资深司机、历史学家、老师、喜剧演员和音乐总监。他很快就成了我们的朋友,在漫长的旅途中,我们从他身上学到了很多东西,一路上我们都跟着他定制的歌单唱歌,笑得眼泪都流下来了,肋骨都疼了。
从实际角度来看,旅行真的无比轻松,不用担心在陌生(狭窄!)的道路上行驶、遇到道路施工、停车,以及在恶劣天气下临时制定“B 计划”。或许最重要的是,作为一名无忧无虑的乘客,更容易沉浸在爱尔兰无与伦比的宁静与美丽之中。Patrick 在幕后安排了诸多细节,每天早上他都会用他那辆崭新的面包车迎接我们——车上已经备好了水、饮料,以及我们下一次冒险的希望。
Patrick,谢谢你所做的一切!您的到来和友谊让我们在爱尔兰的体验倍增,您永远铭刻在我们美好的回忆中。另外,再次感谢您帮助我从马林莫尔宫廷古墓(公元前3000年)的深处解脱出来。哈哈,我本来可以在那里再待5000多年——看照片!!
五颗星还远远不够!您值得拥有爱尔兰夜空中璀璨的繁星。祝您继续成功,也请来美国拜访我们——我们很荣幸能接待您。希望我们能够胜任这项任务,并向最优秀的人学习。