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“He Gets You The Best!”
Brendan’s promise. Everything below is what his guests wrote back.

None of what follows was written for a website. These are thank-you notes Brendan’s guests pressed into his hand or sent after they landed home — on hotel notepaper, on the backs of cards, by text from the airport gate. They’re transcribed here word for word, with only private contact details left out. The originals are kept on file.

Tripadvisor★★★★★May 2025
“We couldn’t ask for a better experience in Ireland with our driver and tour guide Brendan. The van was spacious and clean and perfect for touring Ireland. We had a loose itinerary — six days total: Westport, Killarney and Dublin — and Brendan had great suggestions and took us to places we will never forget. He was extremely personable and kind and made our trip to Ireland so very memorable. Brendan felt like part of our family and we were sad when our vacation ended. Can’t wait to go back! We strongly recommend Flynns Coaches!”
Megan C.Five-star Tripadvisor review · family trip, May 2025
Text message
“Céad Míle Buíochas Brendan! We are all sorted at the gate in Shannon airport and safely on our way home. You made our trip a great success and we appreciate all the care and attention along the way. I wanted this trip to be a special memory for us and you’ve been a large part of that experience.”
Joe & Karen Steele, Fairfax Station, VirginiaText message sent from the gate at Shannon Airport
HandwrittenSeptember 2023
“Your service was perfection — your suggestions superb — your driving impeccable — and your personality lovely! We’ll be back and hopefully you’ll still be available to be our driver! We appreciate you! As they say in Hawaii — Aloha.”
Linda & ChrisHandwritten on Adare Manor notepaper · September 2023
Handwritten
“Can’t thank you enough for the wonderful time we have had while being guided around Ireland. You made our trip very special with your attention to all of our needs, including arranging special activities that we would not have otherwise seen. The side trip to the golf course was amazing and one we won’t forget. Your stories kept us entertained while also giving us an insight to the real Ireland.”
Sue & DougHandwritten on K Club notepaper, Straffan, Co. Kildare
HandwrittenJune 2024
“Thank you for helping to make our family trip to Ireland so enjoyable. Your kindness, attention to details, and friendly manner coupled with your superb cautious driving were daily gifts from you to each of us.”
Marianne, David, Mark, Sarah & Brett, Kate, Katie & Paul, Vincent & WyattHandwritten card from The River Lee, Cork · June 2024
Facebook
“Merry Christmas Brendan. The best guide and host of Ireland anyone could ask for!! We shared many Christmas gifts from our journeys and have been reminiscing our wonderful memories that you helped create. Athbhliain faoi mhaise daoibh.”
Pat CormierFacebook, at Christmas
Facebook
“You made our trip so much fun! Thank you for sharing all of the beautiful places we went to in Ireland with us. You will be the first one in the Emerald Isle we visit when we return to the homeland. Thank you, thank you, thank you for all of the wonderful memories you gave us and the twirl around the dance floor you gave me.”
Jill PageFacebook
HandwrittenJune 2023
“Thank you so much for taking us to such awesome places with great live music and dancing. Thank you for sharing your love of sport with us. It was amazing to go to the Westmeath pitch and learn about our Irish heritage and the games that come with it. Also thank you for taking such great care of my son and parents throughout the drive. Austin will treasure your conversations.”
A three-generation familyHandwritten note · June 2023
Handwritten
“Thank you so very much for all your help during our fantastic trip to Ireland. We had the very best time! Paul truly enjoyed golf with you — I appreciate you taking him. We will remember your kindness always.”
Darlene & Paul PellmanHandwritten note
Email
“Just wanted to thank you again for a wonderful experience while in Ireland. Memories were made in beautiful Ireland. You made our trip the best. God bless you and your family.”
Sandy GarnerBy email
Email
“A big thanks for making our Ireland trip so wonderful Brendan. You were great and we appreciate all the personable attention we received.”
Connie HeapsBy email
HandwrittenAugust 2025
“Thanks for a fantastic trip. You gave us a great experience in Ireland and we really enjoyed talking to you and spending this week together. Big thank you!”
George, Tanya, Peter, Maria, Shawn, Natalie — and Juliana, Marc, Emma and LeylaHandwritten note · August 2025
Handwritten
“Thanks so much for a great two weeks! You were a fabulous driver and guide.”
Marilyn & BobHandwritten note
Handwritten
“You are the star of Ireland — thank you for the most fantastic trip. Best driving! Best history! And best dancer…”
Marlene & BretHandwritten card
Handwritten
“Thanks a million for all your great help, we truly appreciate it.”
The team at JTIThank-you card from a corporate group
Handwritten
“Thank you so much for making our trip to Ireland so special. Liisa and I enjoyed your company and appreciate everything you did. Go raibh maith agat!”
Doug & LiisaHandwritten card from Killarney
Handwritten

Best guide on this beautiful Isle,

Reliable and ready with a hand that’s steady,

Enjoyable and energetic for travel that’s epic,

Noble Irishman,

Dapper and dependable behind the wheel,

Attentive and accommodating at every turn,

Never a bore with stories galore!

You helped make this a “Trip of a Lifetime”! Thank you, love, The Reillys

Gail, Erin, Patrice & Deirdre ReillyA card that spells his name down the margin
HandwrittenMay 2026

One card, six hands

A single thank-you card, passed around the van · May 2026

“Thank you for making our visit to Ireland even more spectacular than the scenery!”

— Ferdi & Jeannie

“Thank you for making our trip so special! It was great hanging out with you and you’ll be missed!”

— Ellie

“Thanks for an amazing trip!! Great introduction to an incredible country!!”

— Eamon

“Awesome trip with a great guide! Thank you so much!”

— Neil

“Unforgettable time — thanks a million for the hospitality and great vibes.”

— Tyler

“Thank you for making our trip so wonderful! Your attention, kindness and punctuality were amazing! We really appreciated seeing so much of the “real” Ireland with you — many, many thanks!”

— Christie

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