The decision to travel to Turkey to have gastric sleeve done was a major one, but once I connected with Arriana online, I knew it was rivht for me. I was reassured by Arriana’s thorough research of the surgeon and clinic, her professionalism and her personal experience which she shared. I made the decision on the spot. Yusss!

Planning travel itineraries and making flights on time are a nightmare for me. Arriana and her team handled everything (thanks Jaz!) I just had to turn up at the airport and join the group.

We were accompanied on tour by Arriana’s lovely son Jarreau. Our Oct ‘24 group bonded like whanau, the belly laughs started early on and continued even after we all had surgically altered bellies! 🤦🏽‍♀️😂

I remember Arriana’s smiling face being the last thing I saw before going into the operating theatre, and she was right there at my bedside when I woke up. She and Jarreau were always close by, checking in regularly on everyone and making sure we were okay and that we had everything we needed.

Once we were ready to explore, the tours and shopping were even better than expected because of Arri’s excellent Turkish connections.

I am eternally grateful for the kindness and care I experienced throughout the trip, as well as the humour and sense of adventure Arri inspires. No regrets, just gratitude!