Great Tour Group
AuthorCMelanson, Jul 2025
Amazing! I love this company. With the dumpster fire going on below Canada, I had to cancel my trip to Rolling Hills Asylum in NY because I don't want to be disappeared by the current fascist administration...lol, but not lol.
I did 3 events in Kingston with this group. None were disappointing, and I was actually glad I made such a fabulous discovery in my own country.
The first event was a special paranormal investigation at the Mill of Kintail. This was an incredible experience. I did get put into a group instead of being allowed to investigate on my own, which was not the most fun. I felt like I was a fourth wheel and had to go along with what everyone wanted, which was to rush through a lot of things. We did get to see a film at the beginning, which was informative and helpful and also showed other investigators experiencing the paranormal at the Mill. We started off at the front house, which used to be the family's main house and while using the Ouija board, it did move a bit and I saw a shadow figure in the kitchen, which was terrifying (but I enjoy that kind of thing).
The mill was the best part. And there was even a huge thunderstorm that kicked up. Ethel's bedroom had a strange feel to it and the attic was creepy, especially with the lightning. Beyond anyone's control was the tornado watch that night. We were sent away early and had to walk through the woods in the storm, but it's a good thing they did end early. I honestly thought I might die that night. Purple lightning and winds that blew the car around, trees in the road. Most scared I've been in my life.
A few nights later, I did the haunted walk through downtown. Liam was our guide. He is one of the best storytellers I've ever met and so polite and kind. We visited many historical buildings and Liam was so knowledgeable about Kingston and its history. I told him he could teach a few things to the haunted tour guides in New Orleans, and I wasn't kidding. We had a couple of people late to the event and after missing my trolley tour for FOUR minutes, it did my heart good to see this tour company wait for everyone.
One thing that disappointed me greatly was that none of the other participants, despite raving about how much they enjoyed the tour, tipped our guide. Most were Americans (I am too, a dual citizen) so I know you know better. I tipped him in hopes of making up for that. Shame on them. He never missed a beat, was immensely entertaining, took pictures, answered questions. Come on.
The last tour was at Fort Henry. Peter was the guide and every bit as wonderful as Liam. Very knowledgeable, patient when we wanted to ask questions or stop to take pictures. Well spoken and kind. Also, a very good and compelling storyteller.
I thoroughly enjoyed this tour too. We heard about misfortunes that happened to the soldiers as well as paranormal experiences had by others. I didn't see anything, but you could feel charged energy in the air. You do get to go to the top of the fort and the views, especially at sunset, were breathtaking. I'm a little slow on the stairs with my RA but Peter always stopped to check on me. It didn't look like many tipped her either, but I tried to make up for it. Like Liam, Peter did such a wonderful job!! In NOLA all the tour guides have signs or even say if you enjoyed it, we do accept tips. They deserve it.
These tours REALLY made my trip to Kingston. Now, I'm excited to return in October for the Fort Fright event. Thank you so much for making my 56th birthday trip so spectacular. The people at this tour company have created something extra special and they are so nice. Just great human beings! Book a tour...but tip your guide!