Translation of First in German-English

Everybody knows about the Indian summer which is famous for it strong and shiny atmosphere in the woods. That is why i wanted to see it too. So, last Saturday morning we left Boston and drove North-West.
Moreover, even if we know a lot about a certain culture, we will never be able to understand it in the same way and with the same depth as they do, since we have a very different point of view.
The travel agent's representative promised that they would return us the difference of the money. They also assured us that we would get special treatment, such as extra drinks and a Kayak expedition.