Kimkim Trip Reviews

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France in three parts
France | Sep 1 - Sep 10, 2026

Karen
Karen W.
Sevierville, TN | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026
The local hotel brands selected were perfect. I was surprised to learn that they were booked through Expedia. I am not sure this matters but had the perception that rooms booked through a 3rd party site were not the best rooms. Our rooms were fantastic. The Bed and Breakfast in Avignon was a treat! This was a great recommendation by Liz. Brian is a fantastic host and the property was extremely comfortable. The food was fabulous. Overall the trip gave us time in different parts of... Read more

The local hotel brands selected were perfect. I was surprised to learn that they were booked through Expedia. I am not sure this matters but had the perception that rooms booked through a 3rd party site were not the best rooms. Our rooms were fantastic.

The Bed and Breakfast in Avignon was a treat! This was a great recommendation by Liz. Brian is a fantastic host and the property was extremely comfortable. The food was fabulous.

Overall the trip gave us time in different parts of France which was great to experience. The private transfers were all on-time (except one) and the cars were clean (except one). The drivers were all pleasant but spoke little English.

Skip the dinner cruise for future travelers. We figured the food would be sub-par and we were not disappointed. It was terrible and the waiter was rude.

Encouraging bike riding around the cities is a must!

The video prior to traveling was perfect to give us a reminder of what we booked and where we were in the city.

Felix was the best guide for the Louvre and Sainte Chapelle. We were disappointed we just got to see the exterior of Notre Dame. That would be our mistake we didn't catch that in the itinerary, the outside "tour" was a joke.

Local specialist: Liz Chreist

Our trip to Greece could not have been plann...
Greece | Sep 2 - Sep 8, 2026

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Dana
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026
Our trip to Greece could not have been planned better. Angeliki was such a huge help whether it was offering suggestions, recommendations or providing options. She was quick to respond and always had a answer to any questions we had. Greece was absolutely beautiful, the excursions that were planned were informative, detailed and full of beautiful scenery. The food was so fresh, hotels were clean, transportation was always on time and there was plenty to do and to see. We are already... Read more

Our trip to Greece could not have been planned better. Angeliki was such a huge help whether it was offering suggestions, recommendations or providing options. She was quick to respond and always had a answer to any questions we had. Greece was absolutely beautiful, the excursions that were planned were informative, detailed and full of beautiful scenery. The food was so fresh, hotels were clean, transportation was always on time and there was plenty to do and to see. We are already planning our next trip! I would highly recommend Kimkim, Angeliki especially!

Hotel Reviews
Above Blue Suites
Santorini

This was by far our favorite hotel that we stayed at during our trip. We stayed in the Moonlight suite, which thankfully was a short walk to the street level. The view, the view, the view....I cannot say enough about the view! It was absolutely amazing. You could literally stay out on your terrace all day and night watching the sunset. The room is designed to feel like a cave which makes the room feel cozy. The shower was big and has great water pressure. I would highly recommend and I would stay at this hotel anytime I visit Santorini.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Walkable to a few stores and restaurants.
Staff
Super friendly and accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room was very clean, cool and cozy.
Melidron Hotel & Suites
Naxos

The hotel was beautiful and a short walk to the beach. The room was very clean, however, we could not get the ac to work correctly, making the room a little stuffy. The bathroom had drain flys that were a little aggravating and the shower water pressure was very low. We alerted the staff about the water pressure and were told it it was fixed. It worked fine at night, but the next morning, it was low again.

Authenticity & Character
Very appealing look.
Location
A short walk to the beach, restaurants & stores.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Although the drain flys were a nuisance, the hotel was very clean.
Electra Metropolis
Athens

This hotel was in a great area. It is in the middle of restaurants, shops and a short walk to the Acropolis. The rooms were clean, and the bar top restaurant has the most amazing view! The staff were friendly and accommodating.

Authenticity & Character
Location
A short walk to anywhere you need to go.
Staff
Everyone we encountered was friendly and quick to help.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The layout of the room was very nice, the beds were comfortable, and plenty of hot water.
Activity Reviews
Santorini Gems Catamaran Sunset Tour
Santorini Gems Catamaran Sunset Tour
Santorini

Absolutely amazing! The best adventure of our trip. We could not have ended with a better adventure. Swimming in the sea, eating lunch, meeting great people, and watching the amazing sunset was an absolute dream. I highly recommend, you will not regret it.

Quality of Experience
Best experience ever!
Food
The lunch was very nice and flavorful.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The catamaran was very clean and easily big enough for large groups.
Naxos Villages Food Tour
Naxos Villages Food Tour
Naxos

Our guide was very informative and the villages he took us to were very quaint and had amazing food and scenery.

Quality of Experience
Tasting the different foods was exciting.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very friendly and informative.
Transport
Prompt and vehicles were clean.
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

Our guide was very detailed and knew a lot about the history of the Acropolis. I did feel like the last hour (hour 4) made it too long of a tour, but I enjoyed it.

Quality of Experience
The guide was very knowledgeable.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Super friendly and prompt.
Transport
Friendly and prompt.
Local specialist: Angela (Angeliki) Giannioti

Good days. Great Croatian trip
Croatia | Sep 1 - Sep 9, 2026

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jennifer c.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Good day. The whole trip was a success and really wonderful. Our tour guides were knowledgeable and courteous and professional. Our bike and kayak hosts were great. Shared homemade wine and treats and were also knowledgeable in history! Our boat crew mates for the island hop were delightful and lots of knowledge as well. Everyone was great to us even the taxi guys. It was a great trip.

Local specialist: Ivan Cosic

Seamless and Scenery
Nepal | Aug 31 - Sep 10, 2026

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John S.
Toronto, ON, Canada | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026
If only one word, it would be care. Care for me as a client and for my experience was evident and consistent. In the pre-trip communication, in the detailed responses, in the pick up at Kathmandu, choice of hotel, ongoing communication and check ins by Ngima during the jeep trek to Lo Manthang. Choice of a driver, Razu (sp?), with 18 years experience taking me up very roads and then some very tricky, not for faint of heart "roads" in the Mustang regions. Each night, I don't know how or where,... Read more

If only one word, it would be care. Care for me as a client and for my experience was evident and consistent. In the pre-trip communication, in the detailed responses, in the pick up at Kathmandu, choice of hotel, ongoing communication and check ins by Ngima during the jeep trek to Lo Manthang. Choice of a driver, Razu (sp?), with 18 years experience taking me up very roads and then some very tricky, not for faint of heart "roads" in the Mustang regions. Each night, I don't know how or where, it seemed Razu cleaned the car, at least for sure he cleaned the rubber foot mat in the back for under my feet - little things mattered and noticed. My guide was Pemba Sherpa, with 7 Everest summit attempts and 5 successful was over qualified for a jeep trek but he didn't in any way act as if he was; just there, helpful, humble, friendly, made sure i was comfortable and safe, knowledgeable, confident - i was in his "backyard" that he knew very well. Operations Manager, Binod was outdistancing as was Amit (sp?) who was our driver around Kathmandu. I mentioned them because I had a unique request which was to do a litter pick up in Kathmandu even if it was just me but they weren't up for something small so they went big and we did a great big pick up with a local school, Lion's Club and local residents - over the top creation of a an event. That was amazing!

I flew to Pokhara and then drove up to Lo Manthang in Upper Mustang near the Chinese border. A great adventure. scenery was great. Lots of monasteries were fascinating.

Carefully Curated Cultural Immersion ... planning was important, saying what I wanted, knowing what I was getting and then excellent execution by the team, made it great! Thank you, Pemba, Binod, Amit, Razu and Ngima.

Local specialist: Ngima Dorji Sherpa

A Wonderful Trip, Perfectly Planned
Portugal | Aug 23 - Sep 11, 2026

Vickie
Vickie D.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026
My husband, Steve, and I were interested in visiting Portugal to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. We began our research by watching YouTube videos, and one host kept showing up—Pedro Luis. I googled him and discovered that he was affiliated with KimKim. We reached out to Pedro, shared our interests, and from the very beginning, he was wonderful to work with. Pedro put together an amazing trip for us that was perfectly suited to what we wanted to experience. It turned out to be a... Read more

My husband, Steve, and I were interested in visiting Portugal to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. We began our research by watching YouTube videos, and one host kept showing up—Pedro Luis. I googled him and discovered that he was affiliated with KimKim. We reached out to Pedro, shared our interests, and from the very beginning, he was wonderful to work with.

Pedro put together an amazing trip for us that was perfectly suited to what we wanted to experience. It turned out to be a truly wonderful and memorable anniversary adventure, and we couldn’t have been happier with how everything came together.We started our adventure in Lisbon and then traveled to the Algarve, Évora, Alcobaça, and Porto, rounding out our time in Portugal. We asked Pedro to add a few days in Barcelona at the end of our trip, which turned out to be a fantastic way to finish our anniversary celebration.
Our itinerary included airport transfers, walking tours, a Fado experience with dinner, e-bike and boat tours, cooking classes, tickets to UNESCO World Heritage sites, and so much more! Every guide we had was knowledgeable, personable, and well informed, making each guided activity that much more enjoyable. Both Steve and I are absolutely horrible with names, so the fact that we can't mention everyone by name is in no way a reflection of the wonderful time we spent with each of them.

We also really appreciated the balance Pedro built into our itinerary. In addition to all of the scheduled tours and activities, we had plenty of time to explore on our own, wander through the cities, and simply enjoy being there without feeling rushed.

I would give each of the tours and activities five stars. There were, however, two that stood out as 5+++: the cooking class at The Paella Club in Barcelona and the Sail Tour, also in Barcelona. Both were exceptional experiences.

The Sail Tour was scheduled for our last day, and it was the perfect way to end our trip. Relaxing on the water, taking in the beautiful surroundings, and reflecting on everything we had experienced made for a truly memorable final day.

We hope to return to Portugal someday, and if we do, there is no question that we will reach out to Pedro again. We would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a thoughtful, knowledgeable, and attentive travel planner who can turn a trip into an unforgettable experience.

Hotel Reviews
The One Barcelona
Barcelona
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The staff is eager to help in any way they can.
Cleanliness & Comfort
PortoBay Flores
Porto
Montebelo Mosteiro de Alcobaça Historic Hotel
Alcobaça

This is a very large hotel! Only a few minutes walk to the main square. The only odd thing was if you wanted to go to the pool -- even just to sit -- you had to wear a swiming cap.

M'ar de Ar Aqueduto
Évora
Casa Mãe Lagos
Lagos

This is a lovely hotel, but driving there can be tricky! Look for the parking lot that's actually behind the hotel rather than driving to the hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
PortoBay Liberdade
Lisbon

This was our favorite hotel! Perfect location and really friendly staff. We had breakfast each morning and also ate dinner here one night.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It's right in the middle of things.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Premium Dinner Accompanied by Authentic Fado Performance
Premium Dinner Accompanied by Authentic Fado Performance
Lisbon
Authentic Small Group Portuguese Cooking Class in Lisbon
Authentic Small Group Portuguese Cooking Class in Lisbon
Portugal
Paella Cooking Experience
Paella Cooking Experience
Barcelona

So much fun! It was like being caught up in a broadway production. High energy, and tasty recipes.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover
The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover
Porto
Private Transfer from your hotel to a unique Fado Experience
Private Transfer from your hotel to a unique Fado Experience
Portugal
2h Small Group Classic Sail Tour in Barcelona
2h Small Group Classic Sail Tour in Barcelona
Barcelona

This was one of our favorites!

The Essence of Douro - A River, Wine, and Gastronomy Experience with a Private Driver
The Essence of Douro - A River, Wine, and Gastronomy Experience with a Private Driver
Portugal
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto
Step Back in Time with a Private Guided Tour of Évora and the Bones Chapel!
Step Back in Time with a Private Guided Tour of Évora and the Bones Chapel!
Portugal
Exclusive Boat Tour to Ponta da Piedade Grottoes with a Swimming Stop
Exclusive Boat Tour to Ponta da Piedade Grottoes with a Swimming Stop
Portugal

The rock formations are amazing.

Explore Sintra's Fairytale Villa with a Private Driver and Pena Palace Tickets
Explore Sintra's Fairytale Villa with a Private Driver and Pena Palace Tickets
Portugal
Exploring Lisbon's Riverside on an Exclusive E-Bike Adventure to Belém
Exploring Lisbon's Riverside on an Exclusive E-Bike Adventure to Belém
Lisbon

Super fun!

Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour with Ginjinha & Pastel de Nata
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour with Ginjinha & Pastel de Nata
Lisbon
Local specialist: Pedro Luis

Thank You- a trip of a lifetime
Iceland | Sep 6 - Sep 14, 2026

Pamela
Pamela W.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026
We arrived home early this morning. We just had the most terrific time in Iceland. You were great in setting up just the best things for us. It was a truly magnificent trip. Iceland and its people are very special, kind, helpful, cheerful. We were so impressed with all the sights to see and each day we thought the next would not be as wonderful- we were proved wrong every time. It just got better and better.
Thank you for always getting back with us quickly and helping us navigate the...
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We arrived home early this morning. We just had the most terrific time in Iceland. You were great in setting up just the best things for us. It was a truly magnificent trip. Iceland and its people are very special, kind, helpful, cheerful. We were so impressed with all the sights to see and each day we thought the next would not be as wonderful- we were proved wrong every time. It just got better and better.
Thank you for always getting back with us quickly and helping us navigate the changes in our itineraries. I have already told others of our experience with you and your company.I hope that brings you business:) We thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Hotel Reviews
Center Hotels Skjaldbreið
Reykjavík

we did not get to stay at Skjaldbreid as they had a fire but the staff directed us to Center Hotel Plaza. It was very nice. Breakfast was delicious. Thought I had died and gone to heaven after eating the lovely granola bar. :)

Authenticity & Character
nice lobby for drinks
Location
perfect location to sites, shops and restaurants
Staff
very efficient
Cleanliness & Comfort
very clean
Black Beach Suites
Vik I Myrdal

This hotel was amazing. Gorgeous views, comfortable studio apartment. Great bed, well appointed.

Authenticity & Character
modern austerity.
Location
Beautiful views
Staff
kind and informative
Cleanliness & Comfort
pristine
Skálatjörn
Selfoss

The room was as we expected, cozy and sufficient

Authenticity & Character
Location
Proximity to the goat barn!!! Fun!
Staff
Helena was so informative about the goats!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Búðir
Búðir

Beautiful location and the staff was excellent. Breakfast and dinner are highly recommended.

Authenticity & Character
quaint and cozy
Location
surrounded by loveliness
Staff
all were wonderful
Cleanliness & Comfort
great linens
Activity Reviews
Laugarás Lagoon - Lerki
Laugarás Lagoon - Lerki
Iceland

So relaxing. The facility was top notch.

Quality of Experience
Very relaxing and beautiful
Guides, Drivers and Staff
friendly and accomodating
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Iceland

Loved this tour.

Quality of Experience
All we wanted and mor4e
Guides, Drivers and Staff
So funny and gave us many interesting facts.
Transport
Loved driving through the glacial beaches.
Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience
Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience
Iceland

A great way to start our trip. Very interesting

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was so smart and knew the answers we needed.
Transport
we drove
Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Amphibian Boat
Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Amphibian Boat
Iceland

Once in a lifetime experience

Quality of Experience
Stunning views
Guides, Drivers and Staff
So funny and informative
Transport
The boat was sturdy and safe
Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason

We had a great trip to Italy but quite a lot of snafus.
Italy | Aug 29 - Sep 9, 2026

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Valerie C.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026
We had a great trip to Italy and enjoyed the schedule. However, I was first disappointed when I did not hear from KimKim days before my departure and upon my arrival. Even when our driver was not waiting for us at the airport and I reached out. We did finally connect with our driver after about 15 minutes and was taken to our hotel but then he complained that he was not satisfied with the 30 euro tip. I was also disappointed that we were not able to enjoy any time at the beach, which I... Read more

We had a great trip to Italy and enjoyed the schedule. However, I was first disappointed when I did not hear from KimKim days before my departure and upon my arrival. Even when our driver was not waiting for us at the airport and I reached out. We did finally connect with our driver after about 15 minutes and was taken to our hotel but then he complained that he was not satisfied with the 30 euro tip. I was also disappointed that we were not able to enjoy any time at the beach, which I specifically stated in our planning was important to me. This was because it conflicted with our Lemoncello and hiking schedule. I also had given our ages (I am 67 and my husband is 72) and although we are in good shape, the hiking and stairs in Amalfi were a little much. Added to all the stairs in Positana, we were exhausted after just two days into our trip. The other issue was the accommodations in Tuscany, it was very rustic, more stairs, no coffee pot, no tissues (had to use toilet paper on my face) and the shower went from warm to cold in a short time. KimKim helped us rebook and we moved to Florence. The other part I did not understand is why we flew into Rome and immediately went to Amalfi and back to Positano and then back to Rome, why wouldn't we stay in Rome and then travel to a Positano. The same thing happened when we were in Tuscany, they had planned for us to travel to Florence for tours but then back to Tuscany. Why wouldn't we just stay in Florence for a couple of days. It seems we spent a lot of unnecessary time traveling back and forth which I believe could have been avoided with better planning. As far as the Aristocrat Palazzo with a secret garden, this was a joke and basically a rundown portion of someone's residence. Our guide was over 30 minutes late and once I got a hold of her via phone, said she couldn't lock her door. In the future, I would leave this tour off your itineraries.
I am hesitant to use KimKim and will be looking for other agents as we plan our trip to Greece.

Local specialist: Elisa Sciabica

An Amazing French Get Away
France | Aug 30 - Sep 7, 2026

Dylan
Dylan T.
Australia | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026
Had an amazing time in France. The trip Alexia put together was incredible. When I needed to make a few changes while on the trip Alexia was super helpful and help sort everything while I was out enjoying the activities and sights we had planned on the day, so I didn’t have to stress. Staying the night on Mont St-Michel and experiencing it after the flocks of tourists died down was incredible! Also fell in love with Bordeaux would definitely go back. Read more

Had an amazing time in France. The trip Alexia put together was incredible. When I needed to make a few changes while on the trip Alexia was super helpful and help sort everything while I was out enjoying the activities and sights we had planned on the day, so I didn’t have to stress.

Staying the night on Mont St-Michel and experiencing it after the flocks of tourists died down was incredible! Also fell in love with Bordeaux would definitely go back.

Hotel Reviews
Le Boutique Hotel & Spa
Bordeaux
Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the historical center of Bordeaux and with designer stores and stunning cafes and landmark at your doorstep.
Staff
The staff here are amazing, casual but friendly team that work together to looks after guests. Nothing is too difficult and they are super proactive and thoughtful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms are presented beautifully and everything was immaculate.
Mercure La Rochelle Vieux-Port
La Rochelle
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Best Western le Vinci 3*
Amboise
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Originals City, Hôtel Chantecler
Le Mans
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Auberge Saint-Pierre
LE MONT-SAINT-MICHEL
Authenticity & Character
Staying in a Mont St Michel residence couldn’t be anything but Authentic. Definitely recommend over staying near the information centre or main town on the mainland. Just pack light and leave what you don’t need in the car to make getting around easier.
Location
Amazing location being on the island and being able to have view from the top of the village looking back over the main streets, rooftops and coastline.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
A day at the Mont Saint Michel with a small group - Meet us there
A day at the Mont Saint Michel with a small group - Meet us there
Saint-Malo
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Martell Cognac - A unique experience
Martell Cognac - A unique experience
France
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
A Taste of Saint-Émilion – Afternoon
A Taste of Saint-Émilion – Afternoon
Bordeaux
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Alexia Saint-Haont

My wife booked this and let them know we are ...
Italy | Aug 29 - Sep 9, 2026

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Michael C.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026
My wife booked this and let them know we are in our 70s.
They booked us to tight too much in almost every day resulting us to miss or not able to enjoy.
Two of the events in Tuscany region were booked to the same winery.
One of the winery places was so un friendly and room was bad and they did nothing to help get any thing for the remaining 2 days.They did help us find one at the next stop at our expense outside of what we’ve paid.
On the last day they booked a 3:00 walking tour in Venice...
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My wife booked this and let them know we are in our 70s.
They booked us to tight too much in almost every day resulting us to miss or not able to enjoy.
Two of the events in Tuscany region were booked to the same winery.
One of the winery places was so un friendly and room was bad and they did nothing to help get any thing for the remaining 2 days.They did help us find one at the next stop at our expense outside of what we’ve paid.
On the last day they booked a 3:00 walking tour in Venice the guide was 45minutes late and it was really bad we stopped early.
This was our first trip of many we will be taking abroad we relied and paid handsomely for the experience We Did Not GET!
Unless they refund some of our bad booking I will be contacting people NOT TO USE THIS COMPANY. KIM KIM
Italy is wonderful Kim Kim booked us in a manner it seemed like a money grab Not thorough experience.
Anyone is welcome to contact me [email protected]
Stay away from Kim Kim.

Hotel Reviews
Palazzo Scanderbeg
Rome

Great

Authenticity & Character
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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Villa Gabrisa
Positano

Wonderful

Authenticity & Character
C
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Splendid Venice - Starhotel
Venice

Great people and rooms

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Castello di Fonterutoli
Fonterutoli

Unfriendly staff! Bad rooms a couch that was unusable . Never found the pool. It’s like no one wanted to be bothered. The wine bar up front wasn’t worth the time terribly service inconsistent hours. No coffee in room.

Authenticity & Character
Staff
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
New couch friendly service
Activity Reviews
Visit an aristocratic Palazzo and its secret garden
Visit an aristocratic Palazzo and its secret garden
Venice

An unkept joke

Quality of Experience
Worthless
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was 45 minutes late and shitty
Transport
Beach Club day in Amalfi Coast
Beach Club day in Amalfi Coast
Italy

A joke Kim Kim had booked us with so much that day by time we walked there at 5:00 They were closed. Nothing from Kim Kim

Quality of Experience
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Most of our drivers were really good the first one was 30 minutes late disoriented. Eve after I gave him a good tip he txt back and wanted more.
Transport
All good but the first one uncomfortable ride and driver
Local specialist: Elisa Sciabica

Luxembourg
Luxembourg | Sep 11 - Sep 14, 2026

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John C.
New Orleans, LA | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026
Our driver Mr Emir Kenrick was extremely courteous and assisted us greatly in our transfers.
Our guide for both your - Ken was excellent with his ability to interact, tell informative information, keep us interested and genuinely connect with us.
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Our driver Mr Emir Kenrick was extremely courteous and assisted us greatly in our transfers.
Our guide for both your - Ken was excellent with his ability to interact, tell informative information, keep us interested and genuinely connect with us.

Activity Reviews
Welcome to Luxembourg City!
Welcome to Luxembourg City!
Luxembourg City
Luxembourg 1-day Private Guided country tour
Luxembourg 1-day Private Guided country tour
Luxembourg City

Great to have same guide - Ken again. He was enjoyable to spend the day with.

Quality of Experience
Food
Sandwich’s were excellent
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Luxembourg city private guided walking, food & wine tasting tour
Luxembourg city private guided walking, food & wine tasting tour
Luxembourg City

Great to have Ken guide us as a true Luxembourger!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ken cared in making sure the experience was positive and meaningful.
Local specialist: Mathilde D.

Portugal was amazing!
Portugal | Aug 28 - Sep 11, 2026

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Kelley A.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

This was our second trip with kimkim and just as amazing as the first. The team does a great job customizing your itinerary to meet your travel habits and desires while offering up recommendations themselves based on local experience. It’s convenient and comfortable to have them by your side while traveling, making themselves available all throughout your trip when needed. I highly recommend their services and will use them again in the future.

Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Adam
Adam Gomez
Local specialist in kimkim HQ | Replied on Sep 15, 2026

Two for two, that's what we love to hear! Thank you so much for coming back and for sharing this. 🤩

Having that local knowledge to draw on while also tailoring everything to how you like to travel is really the sweet spot, so it means a lot to know that came through again on this trip.

We can't wait to make it three! :)

Great trip to Greece
Greece | Aug 31 - Sep 13, 2026

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Lauren J.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026
Our trip was fabulous! We had a great time. Erica did a great job tailoring the plan to our group. The transfers were easy, the tours were great, and when we needed support it was easy to connect. Highly recommend. Read more

Our trip was fabulous! We had a great time. Erica did a great job tailoring the plan to our group. The transfers were easy, the tours were great, and when we needed support it was easy to connect. Highly recommend.

Hotel Reviews
NLH MATI Seafront Hotel
Nea Makri

Only there for one night, so it worked out well for us. Room wasn't cleaned well (previous guests trash under the AC). The air conditioning was not great, the bathroom had a bit of a funky drain/sewer smell, good food and a lovely pool. Views of the sea were great. Worked well as a stopover on our way to the airport but not somewhere I'd have wanted to stay more than a night.

DOM Boutique Hotel
Heraklion

Great location, mostly clean and comfortable conditions. We did have a cockroach in our room but only once. The location in the city is great and the staff were helpful.

Niche Hotel
Athens

We had a great experience here. A lovely stay with helpful staff. The spa shower was an excellent amenity. The breakfast and restaurant in general were fantastic. Would stay here again.

Cretan Dream Resort & Spa
Chania

This hotel was good but not great. Shower water temperature and pressure was inconsistent. In our first room it was really bad, we had to move rooms. It still happened in the second room but not as badly. Rooms are a bit dated. Pool was great, views were great, and the BBQ dinner with traditional music and dancing was a fun time for our family. Staff was mostly friendly and helpful with one exception.

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Experience
Private Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Experience
Athens

Maria our tour guide was incredible. She adjusted for our jet lagged 9 year old and made the tour a truly special and enjoyable day. She went above and beyond for us and her knowledge and fabulous attitude were remarkable. Highly recommend.

Private Apokoronas Countryside Day Trip with Tastings & Lunch
Private Apokoronas Countryside Day Trip with Tastings & Lunch
Chania

Yanis was great, this was a really lovely tour and the lunch was delicious. Highly recommend!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Falassarna & Balos Beaches Day
Private Falassarna & Balos Beaches Day
Chania

Our tour guide was great, and we had a great time. We needed a larger boat for the size of our group. We also needed more information about what to expect. This was very rustic and adventurous. A great time but very much a more athletic and active outing than we realized.

Morning Catamaran Cruise
Morning Catamaran Cruise
Greece

This was our favorite part of the trip. The boat company staff were fabulous. The food served at lunch was delicious. The boat was beautiful. We loved it. Everyone was really impressed and pleased.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Erica Gerakos

Great way to plan an excellent trip!
South Africa | Aug 29 - Sep 11, 2026

Christine
Christine R.
Chandler, AZ | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026
The process, as well as the trip, was fantastic! It took us a long time to settle on the particulars of our itineraries. Anna Marie was very patient and helpful as we explored various ideas and time lines. Communication was excellent. We used text, email, the app, phone and FaceTime. All inquiries were handled promptly despite a 9 hour time difference. The local guides and drivers were excellent and very reliable. I heed used KimKim before and would not hesitate to do so again. Read more

The process, as well as the trip, was fantastic! It took us a long time to settle on the particulars of our itineraries. Anna Marie was very patient and helpful as we explored various ideas and time lines. Communication was excellent. We used text, email, the app, phone and FaceTime. All inquiries were handled promptly despite a 9 hour time difference. The local guides and drivers were excellent and very reliable. I heed used KimKim before and would not hesitate to do so again.

Hotel Reviews
Savanna Private Game Reserve
Sabi Sand Game Reserve

I really can’t think of a thing they could do to make this better. Very luxurious with wonderfully attentive staff. Guides and trackers made the games drives very interesting and successful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ngoma Safari Lodge
Chobe

Absolutely fantastic. Beautiful, small, wonderful staff and food. The game drives were spectacular.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Insika Lodge
Victoria Falls
Authenticity & Character
Location
No
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Close to Victoria Falls. Great shuttle service. Nice breakfast. Very clean in a lush setting.
La Cotte Farm
Franschhoek

Beautiful setting and rooms. Food and service outstanding.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sea Star Rocks
Cape Town

Small and quiet. Great breakfast and beautiful views.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Easy to get around but not in tourist zone.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean and private with great views.
Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke
Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Sep 15, 2026

Hello Chris

Thank you so much for the lovely review. I can’t believe your trip has already come to an end!

I truly enjoyed every moment of planning this trip with you and Sheila, and it was such a pleasure getting to know you both along the way.

I really hope we will have the opportunity to welcome you back to Africa one day. 😍

Warm greetings
Anna-marié

Fantastic!! Eric was so professional, knowle...
Iceland | Aug 26 - Sep 8, 2026

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Jill B.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Fantastic!! Eric was so professional, knowledgeable and such attention to detail, he put together the perfect vacation plan for us. This was the first time we used a service like this and we would highly recommend it!! After some initial interviewing of what was important to us followed up with phone calls a sample itinerary and final itinerary. K Èric then took care of ALL of our bookings, car rental, hotels and excursions. He then send us a detailed day by day itinerary of any spots we... Read more

Fantastic!! Eric was so professional, knowledgeable and such attention to detail, he put together the perfect vacation plan for us. This was the first time we used a service like this and we would highly recommend it!! After some initial interviewing of what was important to us followed up with phone calls a sample itinerary and final itinerary. K Èric then took care of ALL of our bookings, car rental, hotels and excursions. He then send us a detailed day by day itinerary of any spots we would like to view on our own for each specific day along with all our confirmations. Eric was again so professional with adjustments we wanted to make before the trip after the itinerary was booked. He was a fabulous source for all our questions pre trip and even available for post trip questions when we got an unexpected bill from our last hotel his team handled it on their end. He even reached out to us as we were traveling to let us know of a road work we would experience within a few days and all the links to monitor its scheduled times it would let cars pass. For a traveling Iceland “ on our own” we never felt alone. We knew they were just a call away.
Would highly recommend Eric of Offbeat Adventure!!!
Also, we LOVED Iceland being one with all the amazing nature we left feeling renewed!

Local specialist: Èric D
Èric
Èric D
Local specialist in France / Iceland | Replied on Sep 15, 2026

Jill, thank you so, so much for your glowing review :-) It was an absolute pleasure helping you plan your Iceland adventure, and I'm delighted to hear that you felt supported throughout the entire journey - that's truly important to us. I'm especially happy that you enjoyed the freedom of travelling independently while knowing we were always just a call away; this is what our customised service is all about.

It was a pleasure working with you, and I hope to welcome you back to Iceland again someday!

All the best to you and the group!
Èric

Loved our multigenerational Italy trip ( Sorrento & Naples )
Italy | Sep 4 - Sep 13, 2026

Donna
Donna L.
Goldsboro, NC | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Fabulous trip! Just arrived home after 10 days - custom - made travel plan to Sorrento ( base) to Amalfi Coast 8 days & 2 days Naples. Kimkim and Storywalking = Jessica worked seamlessly together to create a trip of a lifetime for a multigenerational family of 6 adults & one 21 month old. Valentina (Storywalking) & team created perfect arrangements with private drivers and guides ( Mario -Pompeii and Naples City) -- superb that were professional, personable, knowledgeable, and fun. The... Read more

Fabulous trip! Just arrived home after 10 days - custom - made travel plan to Sorrento ( base) to Amalfi Coast 8 days & 2 days Naples. Kimkim and Storywalking = Jessica worked seamlessly together to create a trip of a lifetime for a multigenerational family of 6 adults & one 21 month old. Valentina (Storywalking) & team created perfect arrangements with private drivers and guides ( Mario -Pompeii and Naples City) -- superb that were professional, personable, knowledgeable, and fun. The plan worked well-- nicely paced in-spite of the extensive heat! Accommodations were perfect for our family as well. Look forward to another trip with Storywalking in Italy in the future! PS We also had a key family event --specular arrangement with local photographer for Engagement of our son & girlfriend -- thank you Valentina ! Grazie Mille

Hotel Reviews
Villa Elisio Hotel & Spa
Napoli

Staff very helpful , clean and great breakfast buffet.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Neighborhood ? Lack stores
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfortable bed and very clean
Grand Hotel La Favorita
Sorrento

Superb ... accommodating 6 & 1 baby well.

Authenticity & Character
Every staff member superb interactions.
Location
Nearby sea, stores, great restaurants
Staff
Took care of the 21 month with such considerations, ( vendor milk, crib, etc) .
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms A+
Local specialist: Jessica Proietti
Jessica
Jessica Proietti
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Sep 15, 2026
Donna, Bob, and the whole family, what a joy to read your wonderful words!
We feel incredibly lucky to have had the chance to welcome all of you to our Bel Paese and to be part of such a memorable family adventure. Knowing that your journey was everything you hoped for truly makes us happy!
It sounds like you made the most of every moment, and we couldn’t be happier that the itinerary worked so well for everyone, from the youngest traveler to the adults.
And of course, the engagement...
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Donna, Bob, and the whole family, what a joy to read your wonderful words!
We feel incredibly lucky to have had the chance to welcome all of you to our Bel Paese and to be part of such a memorable family adventure. Knowing that your journey was everything you hoped for truly makes us happy!

It sounds like you made the most of every moment, and we couldn’t be happier that the itinerary worked so well for everyone, from the youngest traveler to the adults.
And of course, the engagement celebration makes this trip even more unforgettable! It was such a pleasure to help make that special moment happen, and we are absolutely thrilled that we could play a small part in such an important family memory. Congratulations again to the happy couple! And congratulations to you for reaching an important milestone in your life, celebrating your birthday.

Thank you for trusting KimKim, Storywalking and our whole team to create such a special journey for your family. Seeing your dream trip come to life, and knowing that you are returning home with so many beautiful memories, is truly the best reward we could ask for.

We loved having you with us and would be delighted to welcome you all back to Italy for your next adventure. Until then, we wish the whole family many more celebrations, travels, and unforgettable moments together!

Grazie Mille, and a big Italian hug to all of you!

Trip of a lifetime.
Scotland | Aug 24 - Sep 4, 2026

Kim
Kim P.
Petoskey, MI, USA | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Tetiana was INCREDIBLE to work with. Excellent communication.

We gave her very basic ideas to start and she completely nailed it. Her recommendations created a trip we could only have dreamt of. I appreciated all her insight and wisdom she shared. So many happy memories made because of her thoughtful planning.

Local specialist: Tetiana Smal

Greece Honeymoon with Siena
Greece | Sep 2 - Sep 13, 2026

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Tristan P.
Phoenix, AZ | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Planned our Greece Honeymoon trip with Siena. She is super helpful and informational. She really knows the best spots to hit out there and made our lives so easy by following her step by step day plans. It’s less stressful knowing what you’re going to do everyday and being able to audible when needed to. The catamarans and cooking classes she booked/suggested were some of our favorite days and I loved how she mixed in relax days in the mix because they’re much needed. Grant was also great to... Read more

Planned our Greece Honeymoon trip with Siena. She is super helpful and informational. She really knows the best spots to hit out there and made our lives so easy by following her step by step day plans. It’s less stressful knowing what you’re going to do everyday and being able to audible when needed to. The catamarans and cooking classes she booked/suggested were some of our favorite days and I loved how she mixed in relax days in the mix because they’re much needed. Grant was also great to have if we had any questions while there. Loved that both Siena and Grant were reachable through txt if we needed any help. My wife and I couldn’t be happier. Would definitely book our next trip with Kimkim again.

Activity Reviews
Self-guided Exploration of Milos Highlights
Self-guided Exploration of Milos Highlights
Milos

Got an ATV. Saw the whole island. Hit 5 different beaches. Great overall day

Quality of Experience
Made the most with our time. Hit the spots we wanted to see
Half Day Kleftiko Catamaran Adventure
Half Day Kleftiko Catamaran Adventure
Milos

Wife’s favorite tour. Saw a bunch of beaches we wanted to see. Swam everywhere we wanted and hit more spots that weren’t even on the list. Amazing experience and great crew. Food was also amazing!

Quality of Experience
Seeing what we wanted to see and then some. The surprise visits we got to see due to nice weather and water really took it over the top.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Staff was phenomenal. Captain Paul is great and Anastasia is cool
Transport
Private Villages Exploration with Independent Akrotiri Visit
Private Villages Exploration with Independent Akrotiri Visit
Santorini

This was our favorite day of Santorini. George is amazing. We learned a lot and saw a lot and so glad we did this tour before we left.

Quality of Experience
The views, sites and history
Guides, Drivers and Staff
George the Goat
Transport
George! Nough said
Cooking Class & Wine Tasting Experience
Cooking Class & Wine Tasting Experience
Santorini

Made some great food. Fava became a fan fave of mine. The instructors were awesome. Only thing I wish was if there was other people in the class with us to do the experience with and more wine to be drank.

Quality of Experience
Food
Bomb food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great People
Transport
Elsa was fun to be around
Delos & Rhenia Sailing Cruise & Lunch
Delos & Rhenia Sailing Cruise & Lunch
Mykonos

Amazing day. One of our favorites of the whole trip. Got paired with a family from Maryland that made the experience even better. Whole boat staff and the food was AMAZING!!

Quality of Experience
All the people and the sea itself
Food
Top 2 foods we ate all trip! Including restaurants
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Demetrius, Giannis and Andres are all great people.
Transport
Ancient Athens Acropolis & Mythology Walk
Ancient Athens Acropolis & Mythology Walk
Athens

Very informational. Loved it. Nefali was a fun instructor

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nefali is a sweetie
Transport
Local specialist: Siena Mueller
Siena
Siena Mueller
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Sep 14, 2026

Thank you so much for taking the time to share what you appreciated about your kimkim honeymoon in Greece! It was such an honor getting to plan this trip for you and Perla! I'm beyond happy you loved Greece as much as I do. I'm so happy to know you appreciated the mix of self-guided and locally guided experiences. Cheers to many more international trips! 🤩

Iceland Trip - August 2026
Iceland | Aug 17 - Aug 25, 2026

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Mini K.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Gummi contacted me right away after we filled in our interests. I was really impressed with Gummi's depth of knowledge and efficiency in planning our 10 day trip despite the short notice. He was able to understand the way we like to do our trips and was able to accommodate our ambitious itinerary. He got us the best possible private guide and driver, David, who was with us for our whole trip. Not only were we able to enjoy all the activities we had planned, David was able to incorporate a... Read more

Gummi contacted me right away after we filled in our interests. I was really impressed with Gummi's depth of knowledge and efficiency in planning our 10 day trip despite the short notice. He was able to understand the way we like to do our trips and was able to accommodate our ambitious itinerary. He got us the best possible private guide and driver, David, who was with us for our whole trip. Not only were we able to enjoy all the activities we had planned, David was able to incorporate a few more hidden gems as we traveled. Gummi and David made our Iceland vacation very effortless and relaxing . There were no hidden costs or issues we faced during our trip. I would wholeheartedly recommend Gummi and David and kimkim for facilitating the whole process.

Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason

Our trip to Greece was a success thanks to Pe...
Greece | Sep 2 - Sep 7, 2026

Y
Yuisa M.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Our trip to Greece was a success thanks to Penny’s patience with the planning, Anthony and Dimitros attentiveness and the entire groups attention to detail, flexibility and knowledge. Thank you so much for a memorable time! Read more

Our trip to Greece was a success thanks to Penny’s patience with the planning, Anthony and Dimitros attentiveness and the entire groups attention to detail, flexibility and knowledge. Thank you so much for a memorable time!

Hotel Reviews
The George Hotel
Mykonos

Beautiful hotel and views, comfortable for family of 4-great staff and breakfast was delicious.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
NLH Monastiraki
Athens

The location is amazing and the rooms were clean. The pull out bunkbed couch is too small for teens. Room was cold with no blankets and breakfast was not great.

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Private Mykonos Highlights Guided Tour
Private Mykonos Highlights Guided Tour
Mykonos

Leo was so knowledgeable, flexible and polite.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Dimitrios Moutafidis

Best Trip Ever!
Norway | Aug 31 - Sep 13, 2026

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James H.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Varied and fascinating trip of beautiful Norway.
The pan Mathis put together was flawless.

Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Sep 14, 2026

Dear James,

Thank you very much for your kind review.
I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the variety and beauty of Norway, and that the itinerary worked so well for you. It was a pleasure helping you plan your journey. I hope I’ll have the chance to help you plan a second trip to Norway one day, perhaps exploring the far north next time.
I wish you and your family all the best. :)
Mathia

Why travelers love kimkim

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