12 Jul 2023
The Naadam Tour 2023 gets a two-star rating from me for a number of reasons, the main one being its organization, or lack thereof.
Firstly, despite being assured of a small group size, we ended up in a bus with around 40 people, which significantly diluted the intimacy and personalized experience we were expecting. Although the groups were split up during activities, it was still quite a crowd to manage.
In addition, there seemed to be a lack of attention to personal dietary requirements. My vegetarian preferences and egg allergy, which I had explicitly communicated, were overlooked at breakfast, which left me feeling uncared for and disappointed.
The lunch provided felt more like a snack than a substantial meal. The dining experience was also rushed and uncomfortable, without the leisurely and enjoyable atmosphere that one would expect during such an experience.
Lastly, the tour timeline was rather disorganized, with the day concluding in a confusing flurry of lost participants and waiting times. For the price paid, I anticipated a more seamless and well-planned experience.
While the staff were very friendly, the logistical issues significantly impacted the overall experience. I sincerely hope that the organizers can use this feedback to improve future iterations of this tour. This event has the potential to be a fantastic cultural experience if better organized.