OK, where to start. Honestly, I don't like reading bad reviews, and I certainly don't like writing them, and, hear me out, this is NOT a bad review. I really enjoyed my Bonaventure tour with Shannon, but wanted to write this based on some of the comments I heard others in the group mention and also my personal opinion.
First, this is NOT a ghost tour! I overheard many people in our group saying they were wondering when it was going to get to the scary part! This tour is a tour that highlights the history of Bonaventure and the personal stories of some of its more notable "residents". If you are looking for a scary "ghost story" sort of tour, then this is not the tour for you!
Second, I have to honestly say that my initial reaction to Shannon was not good. He kinda came off as sort of full of himself, and the first 15-20 minutes or so I found myself checking my watch wondering if I was going to make it through his theatrical, poetic recitations for 2 hours. BUT, like I said, this isn't a bad review, and after those first few minutes, I found myself sort of mesmerized by his stories, and fully appreciating his eloquence. And, by the end, I was wishing I had another 2 hours to spend with Shannon and his love of Bonaventure.
Third, it would have been a 5 star event for me had the group not been so large. There were so many of us taking this tour that by the time the crowd cleared enough to take a picture of some of the more notables, Shannon had already moved on to the next stop.
Was it worth the time and money to take this tour with Shannon? Absolutely! Would I recommend this tour to anyone visiting Savannah? You bet! In fact, I can't think of a better way to see this beautiful cemetery. Book this tour with Shannon -- you will not be disappointed. Oh, and don't forget your bug spray!
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Apr 2013
Thank you for a very personal and indepth review. I wish I could give you 5 Stars for just the thought that went into it! I appreciate immensely that you kept an open mind throughout, and allowed yourself to be swept up into the spirit of what it was versus what it wasn't. Although I don't know your specific situation, I have found that some clients who have bought vouchers online, they're under the impression that it was a ghost tour and its just not advertised that way. As strange as it is to say, the City of Savannah doesn't allow them in cemeteries they manage. I kid thee not, but they do this to avoid exploitation of the cemeteries where families still have much feeling invested. To the group size? Yes, there are occasions where if one weekend night doesn't come through, we're obliged to roll some reservations over. Apologies but my aim is to make it a quality experience at all turns where everyone feels they're getting some personal attention. On that note, thank you again for all of the time you took to share your opinions and feel very blessed by them!