👍 LocalsGuide delivered an excellent city tour. The guide was knowledgeable and the itinerary was well-planned. Will definitely book their tours again in the future!
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What is LocalsGuide?
LocalsGuide is a Southern Oregon-based company launched in November 2006 by Shields Bialasik. It operates on a web2print model where community members act as citizen journalists who write reviews, interviews, and share photos. This content is compiled into a monthly publication that is direct mailed to houses throughout the community.
Who exactly does LocalsGuide suit and who might it not suit?
The business is designed for community members who want to participate as citizen journalists by writing reviews, conducting interviews, and posting photos. These participants then create content that becomes part of the monthly publication sent directly to local households.
What do reviewers praise and complain about regarding LocalsGuide?
Some reviewers praise the company for providing excellent city tours with knowledgeable guides and well-planned itineraries. Others highlight the attention to detail and personalized service, while some note that certain tours lacked enthusiasm or excitement.
How recent are the reviews and what is the rating split?
The Trustburn rating is 4 out of 5 from 9 reviews, with the most recent feedback dating back to November 2023. The rating split includes multiple 5-star reviews alongside some 3-star reviews that found experiences average or lacking enthusiasm.
What features, products or services does LocalsGuide offer in detail?
The company offers various tour types including city tours, nature tours, historical tours, food tours, and hiking tours. Each tour type has received specific feedback regarding the guide's knowledge and the overall experience.
Where is LocalsGuide located and what areas does it serve?
LocalsGuide is located in Southern Oregon and serves the surrounding community through its direct mail publication model. The business has been operating since November 2006, making it a long-standing local entity.
How long has LocalsGuide existed?
The business has existed since November 2006, making it over 17 years old as of the current date. It was founded by Shields Bialasik with the goal of creating a print publication using a social network.
What specific tour experiences have been mentioned by reviewers?
Some reviewers mention that the guide was informative and made the food tour experience enjoyable, while others found the hiking tour to be average. The historical tour was described as both educational and fun by one reviewer.
How can I contact LocalsGuide?
You can reach LocalsGuide by e-mail at [email protected].
What is the official website of LocalsGuide?
The official website of LocalsGuide is localsguide.com.
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9 Reviews
As a frequent traveler, I have used many tour companies, but LocalsGuide stands out. Their attention to detail and personalized service are commendable. I highly recommend them to everyone!
🌟 LocalsGuide is by far the best tour company I have ever encountered. They offer a wide range of tours, and every experience has been exceptional. I can't wait to book my next adventure with them!
😊 LocalsGuide provided an excellent nature tour! The guide was friendly and shared interesting insights about the local flora and fauna. I had a wonderful experience with them.
The team at LocalsGuide goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience. I went on a historical tour and it was fantastic. Kudos to the guide for making it both educational and fun!
The walking tour I took with LocalsGuide was enjoyable, but I felt that it lacked a bit of enthusiasm. The guide was knowledgeable, but the overall experience fell short of my expectations.
I booked a food tour with them and had a great time exploring local cuisine. The tour guide was informative and made the experience enjoyable. Highly recommend it!
I recently used LocalsGuide for a hiking tour and I must say, it was an average experience. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, but I expected a little more excitement and adventure. Nonetheless, it was a decent trip.
I had an amazing time exploring the city with the guide from LocalsGuide. The tour was informative and engaging. Definitely worth every penny!
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About LocalsGuide
Southern Oregon based LocalsGuide was launched in November 2006 by Shields Bialasik. The idea was "to create a print publication using a social network." The results are achieved using a unique web2print model which invites community members to participate as citizen journalists. As citizen journalist they write reviews, interviews, post and share photos, thus creating content for the monthly publication. The paper is then direct mailed to houses throughout the community.
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