Julia
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UPDATE: I have been advised that we've had a gremlin in the system which has prevented the questionnaires from being dispatched. I have been advised that these should be being sent out from today and the back log will be cleared shortly.

This does mean, as it's all automated, some of you may receive more than one copy as we had put in an additional request.

I am every so sorry for the inconvenience.

Kindest regards,

Julia

BGray
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Thanks Julia,

It explains why I didn't get one this time, but not on the other occasions!!

Looking forward to receiving at least one in the post in the coming days.

All the best,

Bob

Grecos
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I just love it when mistakes are put down to "gremlins" in the system. The easiest of all excuses & totally meaningless! Surely a company as large as JY should employ a permanent gremlin spotter, or have a much more sophisticated computer system. Just a thought. Although I have used JY in the past I would have thought, for example, that they would have made some comment of assurance after the hurricane in Cuba, rather than leaving it for someone to mention it in a review. No wonder they are now advertising the destination like mad as I can see bookings are right down. Luckily I'm of a certain age & can enjoy excellent service from a few other travel companies &, from what I've been reading, will need some encouragement to return to JY.

Sheila

Chaz65
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'Julia' wrote:

UPDATE: I have been advised that we've had a gremlin in the system which has prevented the questionnaires from being dispatched. I have been advised that these should be being sent out from today and the back log will be cleared shortly.

This does mean, as it's all automated, some of you may receive more than one copy as we had put in an additional request.

I am every so sorry for the inconvenience.

Kindest regards,

Julia

Thanks for the update - I too was on the Walking in Tuscany holiday - and have been feeling that perhaps as a result of you having to change the hotel - we were being singled out for not receiving the questionnaire...hopefully we will get this soon.  Will leave my comments for the questionnaire - if I receive it

jmann
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I came back from the Jersey Flowers trip over a week ago but I haven't received a questionaire. There were a number of issues with the trip.
Moderator2
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Good Afternoon Jmann,

A holiday questionnaire has been requested and should arrive with you shortly.

Kind Regards,

Amy

nixon
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If people have had issues etc on a tour the questionnaire doesn’t really cover that...

I have always filled in the questionnaire, but if there have been particular issues I have always written a letter direct to customer services, for them to address which they always have replied to me. So if you have specific issues deal direct do not wait for a questionnaire. Or think that if you fill the form in it will get a proper response.

Cindy

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'nixon' wrote:

If people have had issues etc on a tour the questionnaire doesn’t really cover that...

I have always filled in the questionnaire, but if there have been particular issues I have always written a letter direct to customer services, for them to address which they always have replied to me. So if you have specific issues deal direct do not wait for a questionnaire. Or think that if you fill the form in it will get a proper response.

Cindy

I couldn't agree more with you Cindy.  :)

If there are issues with a tour, please contact Customer Services (by email or snail mail) on your return.  Future travellers on that tour would be interested in any problems too, and need to be aware I think.  So a review on here would be nice.

I know that forum users may think I moan 😃 but there are certain issues that come up time and again on various tours (not seeing a rep at airports, at either end is a constant one), and need addressing by JY. 

I wonder also how much attention JY pay to scores for TM's?  I have been lucky and only had one bad rep, but again if you get a bad rep let JY know!

On the subject of questionnaires?  I got one for the Greece trip within 4 days.  So I was lucky I guess.

SarahS
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I agree with Cindy. I've always felt the questionaire is designed to show JY in the best possible light. However, on the occasions when I have written to customer services, I have only ever received a reply along the lines of "your comments have been noted ", with no hint of any apology for below par service. I have in the past posted very complimentary reviews of tours, but of late, standards seem to have slipped badly.
BGray
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I agree with Cindy; as I mentioned elsewhere if anyone has an issue on a holiday that they think JY should address, it is essential to write as you will not receive feedback from the questionnaires.  In fairness to JY, I understand that they cannot reply individually to every point raised in every questionnaire.  But if you want a response or have an issue that you feel strongly about - write a letter!  Even emails do not always get a response.

All the best,

Bob

Moderator2
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'SarahS' wrote:

I agree with Cindy. I've always felt the questionaire is designed to show JY in the best possible light. However, on the occasions when I have written to customer services,  I have only ever received a reply along the lines of "your comments have been noted ", with no hint of any apology for below par service. I have in the past posted very complimentary reviews of tours, but  of late, standards seem to have slipped badly.

Good Afternoon Sarah,

I am incredibly sorry to hear that your previous replies have been answered like this.

In the future, we will not give you a reply that is as vague as this.

Kindest regards,

Amy

Cathryn anne
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I returned from the Albi and Carcassone tour on 20 September and have not received a questionnaire. Please can you let me know when this will be received. Many thanks.
intrepid traveller
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Hi, I have not received my HQ after the Green Island of the Azoresyet either. Usually received within a couple of days. What has happened to JY - things not wot they used to be?
SarahS
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Things can occasionally go wrong which are outside of JY control. However we are increasingly hearing of tours  where hotels are below the expected standard, and less than competant tour managers. The remedies are well within JY's remit. I suspect too much reliance is placed on overseas agents and achieving the highest possible return.  With ever increasing prices,  it's not unreasonable to expect a quality poduct. Favourable comparison has already been made with two competitors.  As a veteran of 14 JY holidays,  I'm  sad to hear that standards are in decline. On the subject of tour managers, at least three poor performers  I have had the misfortune to encounter are still employed by JY. Over the years I have consistently heard complaints about one lady  I met in 2013,  Does JY really  care about customer feedback?
Moderator2
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'intrepid traveller' wrote:

Hi, I have not received my HQ after the Green Island of the Azoresyet either. Usually received within a couple of days. What has happened to JY - things not wot they used to be?

Good Morning Intrepid traveller,

I'm sorry about the delay. I have requested that another HQ be sent to you.

Kindest Regards,

Amy

SusieB
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SusieB
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You said you had e-mailed a colleague for me 8 days ago about my missing questionnaire. Nothing has arrived yet, just how long does it take? 

Regards Sue

Moderator2
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Hi Sue,

Can I ask which holiday you went on so that I can request another Holiday Questionnaire to be sent to you.

Kind Regards,

Amy

SusieB
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Hi Amy

Kenya - Kilimanjaro to Masai Mara on 12 September.

Thanks Sue

Moderator2
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'Cathryn anne' wrote:

I returned from the Albi and Carcassone tour on 20 September and have not received a questionnaire. Please can you let me know when this will be received. Many thanks.

Hi Catherine Anne,

Another Holiday Questionnaire has been sent to you.

Kind Regards,

Amy