Family Outings North East Reviews 

584
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 70 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the incredibly friendly and knowledgeable staff and hosts who go above and beyond to ensure everyone feels comfortable and well-informed throughout the journey. Travelers also highlight the remarkably smooth booking process, fantastic destination choices, and exceptional on-board service, making every group outing completely stress-free and enjoyable from start to finish. Some reviewers were not happy with unexpected schedule adjustments, late departures, and occasional booking discrepancies that caused minor uncertainties. A few people also noted specific concerns about recent last-minute changes and ongoing communications regarding itinerary modifications.

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Staff

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Service

Consumers find service to be positive, highlighting well-organized trips and punctual pickups. Reviewers... See more

Holidays

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Location

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just returned from a 3 day break to Paultons Park Peppa Pig world. 2 adults and 2 children with additional needs. Excellent from boarding the coach to returning home. Excellent communication throu... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Used Family Outings North East for a recent concert trip with my 3 younger daughters. The staff were very friendly onboard, made sure we had everything we needed and kept us updated with arrival times... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a brilliant pair of lads (Terry and Ryan) who looked after us on our trip to Beamish. Nothing was a trouble to them, and they were really caring with myself re my mobility issues. Communicati... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very clean and comfortable coaches. Always on time . Drivers always polite and family friendly. Brilliant choice of destinations and very reasonably priced. Terry and his staff provide an excellent... See more

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  2. #3 of 23 best companies in Bus and coach company
  3. #19 of 102 best companies in Travel deals

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Family friendly coach trips to popular attractions such as Flamingo Land, Chester Zoo, Drayton Manor, Gullivers World and many many more.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They are there to help with anything…

They are there to help with any questions. They give you plenty of information on your drop off and pick up times. You spent more time in the destination giving you plenty of time to enjoy your day and not rush because of that viral extract time, you can shop go book to eat relax and refuel. They brilliant 👌

16 October 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Disney xmas trip

Absolutely outstanding experience for myself and my wife. The hotel was immaculate, the park itself was wonderful. Although the travel was somewhat long this was hugely off set by how brilliant the staff were. Playing Disney movies all throughout, the driver even stayed up the 1st night after driving the bus for 12+ hours to decorate the interior with xmas decorations.

Can not recommend Family Outings enough, not just for Disney but every trip we have ever used them for.

16 December 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our first trip with family outings to…

Our first trip with family outings to Disneyland Paris and Terry was absolutely amazing. Will definitely be planning more trips with this company. Terry made everything so much easier being so organised and keeping us all right. They had entertainment such as quiz’s and movies. Plenty of snacks and refreshments. Brilliant company.

19 December 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Disneyland Paris Trip

Thank you Terry and drivers for the most amazing trip to Disneyland. We've had the most incredible time, made easier by you being so organised and Knowledgeable. Nothing was too much trouble, we felt supported and like we're holidaying with friends now. It really isn't a surprise you won the award, best around and couldn't go anywhere else now. We shall see you for many more trips I'm sure. Thank you

19 December 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always 10 out of 10!

Another amazing trip with Terry and his staff. Nothing is too much trouble, takes the hassle out of everything for you, so organised and knowledgeable. Wouldn't use any other business like this. Thank you and I'm sure we'll see you in the new year for another trip!

16 December 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Affordable friendly and fantastic

We first came across family outings when they put transport on to the pink concert me and my daughter used them and they were so friendly and welcoming and professional we decided to book a trip to Edinburgh Christmas market yesterday.
It was brilliant! Excellent service, friendly staff, request granted to meet my daughter’s needs, couldn’t do enough to make sure all passengers were comfortable and happy. Children got dvds played onboard which were amazing and also kids activity packs to keep them busy which is great touch.
Also do a drinks service hot and cold which is brill!
Will definitely be using them again

16 December 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Family Outings Northeast

Been on a couple of trips to Edinburgh with family outings northeast, Excellent service, helpful and friendly staff on coach, Ace drivers, many different tourist destinations to go on, Me and family are looking forward to Efteling Holland in may, all in all a great professional service all round..

18 September 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

The journey was great the coach service was fantastic. Couldn’t fault it! We want to book more trips just for the movies and hot drinks on the coach! Haha! Thanks for a great experience.

9 December 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Manchester Christmas markets

Great day trip to Manchester coach was clean and comfortable and the host was great keeping you up to date and giving good information for the day ahead. Refreshments were offered a number of times throughout the journey all round great day trip would highly recommend we will be using family outings north east again

9 September 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Family Outings Absolutely Fantastic

Terry and the team are so helpful, informative, attentive and know how to make a journey relaxing. Terry made sure we were comfortable and supplied drinks for the journey, he also made sure that we knew where to find the markets and shopping centres which made our trip less stressful and more enjoyable.

I have been away with other companies but i very much prefer family outings and cant wait for my next trip.

11 September 2023

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