Kimkim Trip Reviews for Croatia

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A once in a lifetime trip with unforgettable experiences and local flavor!
Croatia | Sep 14 - Sep 21, 2025

Scott
Scott S.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025
The trip was amazing! Antonia did an amazing job from start to finish - she created a perfect blend of planned activities, time to enjoy the various locations we visited, wonderful meals and once in a lifetime experiences. We had a wonderful local guide - Ivana - who showed us the town of Split and shared her experiences of growing up and spending her life in that town. On Hvar, we had a 6th generation local - Antonio - who hosted us on his boat 2 full days and showed us the local spots,... Read more

The trip was amazing! Antonia did an amazing job from start to finish - she created a perfect blend of planned activities, time to enjoy the various locations we visited, wonderful meals and once in a lifetime experiences. We had a wonderful local guide - Ivana - who showed us the town of Split and shared her experiences of growing up and spending her life in that town. On Hvar, we had a 6th generation local - Antonio - who hosted us on his boat 2 full days and showed us the local spots, coves and restaurants on Hvar and the local islands. We also spent a day with Venko who drove us around Hvar to all the small towns and harbors - an unforgettable stop at Grgo's house for a private wine tasting and dinner in the small town of Jelsa. We ended the trip in Dubrovnik with a hard to get restaurant reservation at the Panorama Restaurant with perfect views of the city. Could not have asked for more!

Hotel Reviews
Villa Harmony
Split

Beautiful hotel on a stunning beach with views of the sea! A short walk into old town - perfect room, friendly staff and a beautiful pool with views of the Adriatic!

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Forkira Luxury Villa
Hvar

Hidden little spot on a quiet street, right off the main town square. Brand new inside, wonderful accommodations and one of the best breakfasts we have ever had - homemade yogurt and breakfast breads along with fruit, eggs made to order and the best coffee in town.

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Excelsior Hotel
Dubrovnik

Easily the best hotel of the trip - first class service, unbelievable location and the go to spot in town.

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Activity Reviews
Hvar Half-Day Private Island Tour (Afternoon)
Hvar Half-Day Private Island Tour (Afternoon)
Hvar

Our guide - Venko - was a perfect host for the day - he shared hid knowledge of the island (his home), toured us through old, abandoned towns, beautiful small harbors and towns, a private wine tasting at someone's home, and a fantastic dinner in Jelsa. An unforgettable day!

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Private Boat Tour to the Red Rocks & Southern Shore of Hvar Island
Private Boat Tour to the Red Rocks & Southern Shore of Hvar Island
Croatia

Antonio (Johnny) is a local and a wonderful guy to show you "his" home!

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Private Walking Tour of Split
Private Walking Tour of Split
Croatia

Ivan was awesome!

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Local specialist: Antonia Šutić Ljuština

Sara was amazing she was readily available to...
Croatia | Sep 13 - Sep 18, 2025

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Kezia S.
the Netherlands | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Sara was amazing she was readily available to answer any questions and trouble shoot the very few problems we encountered. Anything we wanted to change she handled it immediately. We enjoyed all of our guides and excursions and overall had a great trip. I would try Kim Kim again when I travel

Local specialist: Sara Skok
Sara
Sara Skok
Local specialist in Zagreb, Croatia | Replied on Sep 23, 2025

Dear Kezia,

Thank you so much for your kind words!

It was a true pleasure hosting your group in my home country, and I hope you all had a great time.

I wish you all the best, and hopefully we’ll get a chance to work together in the future!

Sending sunny regards from Zagreb,
Sara

Great hotel choices and tour experiences!
Croatia | Sep 15 - Sep 18, 2025

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Adele P.
Campbell, CA | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Great hotel choices and tour experiences!

Local specialist: Sara Skok
Sara
Sara Skok
Local specialist in Zagreb, Croatia | Replied on Sep 23, 2025

Dear Adele,

Thank you for sharing your feedback!

I hope you and Carl enjoyed your stay, and I wish you many new, exciting adventures in the future :)

Sending my best from Croatia,
Sara

A beautiful week in Croatia
Croatia | Sep 8 - Sep 15, 2025

Terra
Terra N.
Durham, NC | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025
Our time in Croatia was incredible. Starting in Split we enjoyed great food, interesting history & beautiful scenery. Throughout our travel over Croatia’s islands we enjoyed comfortable accommodations, well planned activities & an opportunity to get to know this beautiful country & its people. Read more

Our time in Croatia was incredible. Starting in Split we enjoyed great food, interesting history & beautiful scenery. Throughout our travel over Croatia’s islands we enjoyed comfortable accommodations, well planned activities & an opportunity to get to know this beautiful country & its people.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Lero
Dubrovnik

We had a quick stay in Dubrovnik but enjoyed our time. We were close to the bus so easy to get to the historic area.

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Hotel Korsal
Korčula

We loved Korcula!

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Villa Nora Hvar
Hvar

Lovely & comfortable.

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Azur Palace Luxury Rooms
Split

Had a few issues initially but all was resolved. Great location for easy access to the waterfront.

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Activity Reviews
Half Day Kayaking Excursion
Half Day Kayaking Excursion
Korčula

Boris was a great guide as we kayaked to islands that included local treats for us all. A great day that included a beautiful sunset.

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Hike to Lost Villages of Hvar,  Croatian Peka Lunch
Hike to Lost Villages of Hvar, Croatian Peka Lunch
Croatia

We fully enjoyed our day with Marco. The walk was 5 miles but downhill so easy on the knees. Scenery was beautiful & we learned much about the local floral.

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Private Motor Boat Excursion to Brač & the Pakleni Islands (end in Hvar)
Private Motor Boat Excursion to Brač & the Pakleni Islands (end in Hvar)
Split

We had a great day exploring multiple islands & having Tonko as our guide for the day was great! He was fun, Interesting & made it a great day!

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Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Split

Very beautiful but a long drive from Split. We would have enjoyed more time to explore the area.

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Guided Walking Tour of Split
Guided Walking Tour of Split
Split

Very interesting! The history is fascinating

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Local specialist: Ivan Cosic

Bruno did a great job with our Croatian trip.
Croatia | Sep 7 - Sep 16, 2025

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Julie N.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025
Bruno did an excellent job with our trip. It was so nice to leave the planning to someone else based upon our input. Each evening Bruno would send us a note reminding us of the details of the next day and our vacation went off without a single problem. Additionally, if we sent a question, we always received a response. We would definitely use Bruno again if there is a need. Read more

Bruno did an excellent job with our trip. It was so nice to leave the planning to someone else based upon our input. Each evening Bruno would send us a note reminding us of the details of the next day and our vacation went off without a single problem. Additionally, if we sent a question, we always received a response. We would definitely use Bruno again if there is a need.

Hotel Reviews
Villa Filaus

Lovely room with an expresso machine. Very clean facility, near beach. Helpful staff.

Authenticity & Character
Old and very well maintained historic building
Location
Near Sunset Beach, easy access to restaurants. A bit distant from main tourist area. which was nice in some ways but a hassle in others.
Staff
Staff is very helpful and pleasant, reception is not staffed in the evening/night which was fine with us.
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Hotel Marul
Split

Fun location, nice breakfast and nice room. Pleasant and helpful staff.

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Hotel Skradinski Buk
22222

So convenient to Krka. A good hotel all around.

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Nothing wrong, just not as welcoming as other hotels we stayed at.
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Zrinka House
Grabovac

We loved staying at Zrinka house. The room was great and the staff was outstanding.

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Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria
Zagreb

Nice hotel, pleasant staff and a good breakfast buffet.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel is nice and its part of a chain. I would stay again.
Location
Walkable to the things we wanted to see.
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Activity Reviews
Goodbye Dubrovnik
Goodbye Dubrovnik
Croatia
Transport
Our driver was polite, punctual, and a safe driver.
Private Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
Private Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
Dubrovnik

Mirta was very friendly, polite and knowledgeable.

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Pelješac penisula and Ston- triple atraction.
Pelješac penisula and Ston- triple atraction.
Split

Nice scenic drive and we enjoyed our wine-tasting. Ston is a quaint historic village we enjoyed walking around

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
I would request a different driver next time. Baldo is a character which was enjoyable early, by the end of the day I was a bit tired of his opinions. He also rushed us a bit because he had plans that evening (e.g. coming to our table during the wine tasting and advising us that it was too hot to walk the walls in Ston). We would have gotten back in plenty of time for his plans without him rushing us The winery staff we wonderful.
Transport
See comments about Baldo above. Car was nice and driving was safe.
Hvar  Olive Oil Tasting
Hvar Olive Oil Tasting
Croatia

This was fine but it's the one thing if we returned we wouldn't do again. Nothing wrong happened, it just wasn't our thing.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver was personable and knowledgeable.
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Cooking class in Split
Cooking class in Split
Split

We had a lot of fun going to the marketing and making a great meal. Staff was great.

Quality of Experience
Fun from start to finish. Nice trip to market, instructors who also gave a walking tour, and great chefs.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Friendly, helpful, knowledgable.
Krka National Park - Split
Krka National Park - Split
Croatia

If you like waterfalls, you'll like Krka. Beautiful sites.

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Transport
We had a rental car and it's easy to drive in Croatia. Boat ride was nice.
Zagreb - Arrival Day & Sightseeing
Zagreb - Arrival Day & Sightseeing
Zagreb
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Local specialist: Bruno Martinović
Bruno
Bruno Martinović
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Sep 21, 2025

Hi Julie,

I'm glad to hear that you had a great time in Croatia.

Thank you very much for your feedback! I am happy to hear that I was able to fulfill your wishes and that you had a great time in Croatia. Your comments mean a lot to me for my future clients.

It was a pleasure to arrange the trip for you.

Hope you took some lifelong memories from Croatia

Hope to stay in touch!

Many regards.

Bruno

Ivan and Sarah planned a perfect trip. Every...
Croatia | Sep 12 - Sep 19, 2025

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Anupama H.
Chapel Hill, NC | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

Ivan and Sarah planned a perfect trip. Every person we worked with was very punctual and professional and so enthusiastic to share their story and culture with us. All of the hotels were beautiful and located conveniently. We really enjoyed both boat tours with Sime and Tanko and our bike ride with Miko. We will definitely recommend!

Local specialist: Ivan Cosic

Daydreaming about our next trip
Croatia | Sep 9 - Sep 16, 2025

Lisa
Lisa R.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025
Loved our trip to Croatia, we are already daydreaming about going back. Nikola did an amazing job planning a trip along the Dalmatian Coast while considering our interests and budget. The hotels and apartments we stayed at were top notch and conveniently located. The tours were interesting and led by knowledgeable and friendly tour guides. Not having to worry about getting to and from our lodging was priceless. As promised Nicola checked in with us daily and was always available to consult... Read more

Loved our trip to Croatia, we are already daydreaming about going back. Nikola did an amazing job planning a trip along the Dalmatian Coast while considering our interests and budget. The hotels and apartments we stayed at were top notch and conveniently located. The tours were interesting and led by knowledgeable and friendly tour guides. Not having to worry about getting to and from our lodging was priceless. As promised Nicola checked in with us daily and was always available to consult with. We highly recommend kim kim and Nicola.

Hotel Reviews
Zuviteo Residence
Korčula

Lovely space, great location.

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Forkira Luxury Villa
Hvar

Just steps from the waterfront, beautiful views from our windows.

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Warm welcome
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Heritage Hotel Santa Lucia
Split

Loved the location in the heart of old town Split. Just steps to the waterfront and to the historical sites. Delicious breakfast buffet.

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Close to everything
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Above and beyond
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Activity Reviews
Hvar Half-Day Private Island Tour (Afternoon)
Hvar Half-Day Private Island Tour (Afternoon)
Hvar

One of our favorite tours, we got to see other towns in Hvar. Our guide Grgo made our tour very special.

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Food
We got to try “peka” which was delicious.
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Day Trip to Plitvice National Park from Split
Day Trip to Plitvice National Park from Split
Split

Definitely worth the long drive. The lakes and waterfalls are beautiful.

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Transport
Comfortable ride.
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Vera was so knowledgeable, interesting and nice. We really enjoyed learning about Dubrovnik’s old town. She gave us good tips about where to shop and eat. Turns out she actually lives in the Old Town, how cool is this!

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Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić

Fantastic trip to Croatia
Croatia | Sep 5 - Sep 17, 2025

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Mark K.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025
Ivan provided fantastic guides and experiences for our two week trip to Croatia. He was always available on WhatsApp for any last minute information. I would highly recommend using his services. Djana, our guide in Dubrovnik, and Ina, our guide in Split, organized great walking tours and provided so much information and context for what we were seeing. Touring without a guide is a waste of time. We also enjoyed our trip to Ston to learn about (and eat) oysters and mussels. Another... Read more

Ivan provided fantastic guides and experiences for our two week trip to Croatia. He was always available on WhatsApp for any last minute information. I would highly recommend using his services.

Djana, our guide in Dubrovnik, and Ina, our guide in Split, organized great walking tours and provided so much information and context for what we were seeing. Touring without a guide is a waste of time.

We also enjoyed our trip to Ston to learn about (and eat) oysters and mussels. Another highlight was truffle hunting with the family Prodan.

Activity Reviews
Oyster Tasting & Farming Experience in Ston Bay
Oyster Tasting & Farming Experience in Ston Bay
Dubrovnik

The Oyster Tasting and Farming Experience in Ston Bay was very good. I booked it partially because the other couple loves oysters, and it turned out to be a fun experience for all of us. Personally, I preferred the mussels, but overall, it was a delightful day.

Truffle Hunting + Exploring Motovun
Truffle Hunting + Exploring Motovun
Croatia

The truffle hunt was an outstanding experience! Everyone loved it, and we even found two truffles which was a fantastic bonus. The family hosting the event was lovely. It was an enjoyable and memorable activity that I would highly recommend.

Local specialist: Ivan Cosic

Tour of Croatia
Croatia | Sep 8 - Sep 16, 2025

Jon
Jon A.
Akron, OH | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
Just wanted to mention that Anna-Marie, our tour director, was great. We had a couple of hiccups that she took care of very quickly for us. Our itinerary was just what we asked for. We started in Zagreb. Not knowing much about the city I had no real expectation. I was very impressed by the architecture and the history of the city and country. Sadat was another one of our stops. The city was small and could easily be walked. The Roman influenced architecture was truly spectacular as... Read more

Just wanted to mention that Anna-Marie, our tour director, was great. We had a couple of hiccups that she took care of very quickly for us.

Our itinerary was just what we asked for. We started in Zagreb. Not knowing much about the city I had no real expectation. I was very impressed by the architecture and the history of the city and country. Sadat was another one of our stops. The city was small and could easily be walked. The Roman influenced architecture was truly spectacular as well as the selections of restaurants. Split was our next stop. It was a lively city that again was easy to walk and had some spectacular architecture in the old town section of the city. The highlight of Split was our our food tour which took us to 4 restaurants to sample local dishes which isn’t accurate because each restaurant was a full meal course that were different and delicious. We then went on to Hvar which is an island that is beautiful and historic. The highlight here was our hiking expedition in the hills to see some abandoned villages, hear about the history of the island, and delight in some spectacular views from high above the city. Our last stop was Dubrovnik which has the crown jewel of old towns in Croatia. Truly spectacular. We also took in an interesting museum which was the War Photography Museum. Very informative and moving.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Kompas
Dubrovnik

This is a very nice luxury resort style hotel. Our room was very nice with a beautiful of the Adriatic Sea. The hotel had a pool, restaurant, bar that overlooked the sea, and many other amenities that one expects from a good hotel. The only drawback was that the hotel was not easily walkable to the old town section of Dubrovnik. That’s not really a problem because taxis and Uber are easily accessible.

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Heritage Hotel Dea Hvar
Hvar

Very nice small hotel. Our room was clean and well appointed. The best part was that we had a beautiful balcony that had a wonderful view of the fortress on the hill. Very courteous and helpful staff.

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Splendida Palace
Split

Very nice small hotel. I can’t say enough about how courteous and helpful the staff was at the hotel. Well appointed we’re waiting for a pre arranged driver to pick us up. The time had passed and the manager came out to find out if there was a problem. We’re were on a time crunch to catch a ferry to our next stop. The manager put us in her own car and took us to the pier to catch our ferry. Very nice people. Nice well appointed room. Great breakfast. Would stay there again in a heart beat.

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See my review.
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Teatro Verdi Boutique Hotel
Zadar

Very nice small botique hotel that was close to all the attractions. Well appointed with a helpful staff.

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Close to everything
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The young lady at the reception helped us find parking, gave us tips on restaurants, and told us a bit about the history of the area.
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Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb, Croatia | Replied on Sep 25, 2025
Dear Jon and Steven,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m truly glad to hear that you enjoyed the itinerary and that the trip lived up to your expectations. It was a pleasure organizing your journey through Croatia.
I’m especially happy you appreciated the local architecture, history, and the unique experiences like the food tour and hiking expedition. Regarding the hiccups, I am very happy we managed to work them out smoothly—I always strive to ensure my guests have a seamless... Read more

Dear Jon and Steven,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m truly glad to hear that you enjoyed the itinerary and that the trip lived up to your expectations. It was a pleasure organizing your journey through Croatia.

I’m especially happy you appreciated the local architecture, history, and the unique experiences like the food tour and hiking expedition. Regarding the hiccups, I am very happy we managed to work them out smoothly—I always strive to ensure my guests have a seamless and memorable trip.

Your detailed feedback means a lot, and it motivates me to continue curating personalized and enriching travel experiences. Thank you again for trusting me with your adventure, and I hope we get to plan another one together in the future!

Kind regards
Anna-Maria

A perfect trip to Croatia!
Croatia | Sep 2 - Sep 10, 2025

Beth
Beth M.
Australia | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
Nikola was so helpful and easy to work with. The plans were seamless and easy to follow. Read more

Nikola was so helpful and easy to work with. The plans were seamless and easy to follow.

Hotel Reviews
Villa Orabelle
Dubrovnik
Hotel Moeesy, Blue & Green Oasis
Hvar
Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić

Greece Dream Trip
Croatia | Sep 8 - Sep 15, 2025

Torey
Torey F.
Philadelphia, PA | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025
The KimKim team helped us with a 10 days trip to Greece and it was absolutely amazing! All our of activities were exactly what we were looking for, the accommodations were adorable boutique hotels in perfect locations for exploring the local scene. We visited four different locations (3 islands) so there were a lot of logistics involved between taxis, ferries and flights and everything incredibly smooth. When I did have a question on meeting location mid trip our POC had an answer for me in... Read more

The KimKim team helped us with a 10 days trip to Greece and it was absolutely amazing! All our of activities were exactly what we were looking for, the accommodations were adorable boutique hotels in perfect locations for exploring the local scene. We visited four different locations (3 islands) so there were a lot of logistics involved between taxis, ferries and flights and everything incredibly smooth. When I did have a question on meeting location mid trip our POC had an answer for me in under 15 minutes. We would do this trip again and again! Can’t wait to plan our next trip via KimKim.

Thank you to the Greece team of Ioannis (in country local planner, he nailed it!) and Lea (trip coordinator and POC) you guys were fabulous! Yama!

Local specialist: Ivan Cosic

Croatia Family Trip - Dalmatian Coastline Sailing Aug/Sept 2025
Croatia | Aug 25 - Sep 7, 2025

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Sue W.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025
My husband and I, along with my two daughters and their spouses, just spent 2 weeks in Croatia and we had the most amazing time! Robi could not have organized a more perfect trip for us. Planning was so easy with Robi - always extremely responsive, thorough and communications were very clear and detailed. He organized all of our local travel. connections, accommadions as well as local guides for tours in Split and Dubrovnik (Peter and Paulina respectively, were also so knowledgeable,... Read more

My husband and I, along with my two daughters and their spouses, just spent 2 weeks in Croatia and we had the most amazing time! Robi could not have organized a more perfect trip for us. Planning was so easy with Robi - always extremely responsive, thorough and communications were very clear and detailed. He organized all of our local travel. connections, accommadions as well as local guides for tours in Split and Dubrovnik (Peter and Paulina respectively, were also so knowledgeable, helpful and fun!). We loved the complete flexibility in the schedule, activities and personalized itinerary he created for us.

Highlight of our trip was definitely the 6 days we spent sailing and exploring the Dalmation coast on a catamaran with Robi and Borna visiting Ston, Mali Ston, Slano and the islands of Mljet (with its beautiful National Park), Sipan and Lopud to name a few. We visited wineries in the Peljesac wine region and discovered many incredible wines that we enjoyed throughout our trip. Lots of hiking, biking, walking and climbing countless fortress walls, tasting fresh oysters right out of the sea and soaking in the sun and spectacular scenery. Robi is an incredibly skilled captain and guide, taking us to many “hidden gems” along the coast for swimming, paddle boarding and exploring.

Great food was a priority for us and Robi made sure that we enjoyed a wide range of the best Croatian culinary experiences. His restaurant and food recommendations were fabulous. We sampled so many wonderful regional dishes (oysters, mussels, octopus, calamari, peka, black risotto, pasticada, cevapi, brodetto, and of course Ston cake!), at both charming local and fine dining establishments.

We have so many wonderful memories, we cannot thank Robi enough. He is so personable, fun, professional and passionate with such in-depth knowledge of Croatian history and culture. His top priority was for us to have a fun filled, stress free and safe holiday. We thoroughly enjoyed every single minute and we would strongly recommend kimkim and Robi's services and catamaran tour.

Local specialist: Robert Pinčević
Robert
Robert Pinčević
Local specialist in Croatia | Replied on Sep 16, 2025

Hi Sue,

thank you very much for your detailed feedback, much appreciated.
As mentioned before i would sign you and your family every week. it was a pleasure to work with you since the beginning of conversations, and was great to meet you all in person and take you around.
Glad to hear you like all the suggestions. As you know, we don't advertise many of things we do, but we will gladly show once guests are here. Thank you for your trust.
Wishing you and your family all the best.
Many regards from Croatia!
best

Robi

Robi was very kind. He was available at all...
Croatia | Sep 3 - Sep 10, 2025

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c l.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Robi was very kind. He was available at all times with maps, pins for meeting places, the next day activities, and recommendations. Every driver for transfers was kind and helpful. hotels were well located, very clean and extraordinarily hospitable. We were very happy with the food, wine, and so many very personal experiences.

Local specialist: Robert Pinčević
Robert
Robert Pinčević
Local specialist in Croatia | Replied on Sep 16, 2025

Hi Cresta,

thank you very much for your time and for your nice feedback, much appreciated!
I am happy to hear you liked the trip. It was a pleasure showing you around!
Sending many regards from Croatia!
best

Robi

The trip was absolutely amazing! Roberto (Ro...
Croatia | Sep 3 - Sep 10, 2025

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Abrah C.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025
The trip was absolutely amazing!
Roberto (Robi) did an unbelievable job getting it all organized, it was truly a trip of a lifetime. From the moment we got there we felt welcomed and very well taken care of from our wonderful drivers (Matty and Dino) to our tour guides (Petar and Antea). All, including Robi, were very gracious with a great passion and wealth of knowledge for their country. I would highly recommend Robi to anyone as much for his professionalism as well as his genuine...
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The trip was absolutely amazing!
Roberto (Robi) did an unbelievable job getting it all organized, it was truly a trip of a lifetime. From the moment we got there we felt welcomed and very well taken care of from our wonderful drivers (Matty and Dino) to our tour guides (Petar and Antea). All, including Robi, were very gracious with a great passion and wealth of knowledge for their country. I would highly recommend Robi to anyone as much for his professionalism as well as his genuine heart and above and beyond service that shines through, often checking in with everyone to make sure all are enjoying their experience. Unforgettable trip!

Local specialist: Robert Pinčević
Robert
Robert Pinčević
Local specialist in Croatia | Replied on Sep 16, 2025

Hi Abrah,

Thank you very much for your kind words, very much appreciated!
I am happy to hear you liked the trip and that i was able to contribute to your experience.
Thank you for your trust and for recognising genuinity.
It was a pleasure meeting you and hosting you in Croatia!
Many regards!
Robi

Robi and his team were amazing!!!
Croatia | Sep 3 - Sep 10, 2025

Karma
Karma S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 11, 2025
Robi and his team were amazing!!! Robi was essential in making my 50th birthday celebration with my sisters in Croatia unforgettable. His insights on where to go, what to see, places to eat, as well as handling all the logistics made our vacation worry free and incredibly memorable. I’d recommend his company Soul of Croatia / AC/DC to everyone who wants a high quality experience. Thank you Robi!!! Read more

Robi and his team were amazing!!! Robi was essential in making my 50th birthday celebration with my sisters in Croatia unforgettable. His insights on where to go, what to see, places to eat, as well as handling all the logistics made our vacation worry free and incredibly memorable. I’d recommend his company Soul of Croatia / AC/DC to everyone who wants a high quality experience. Thank you Robi!!!

Hotel Reviews
Apartment Zicara
Dubrovnik

Great location, clean and has a beautiful terrace. Would definitely recommend staying here.

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Aminess Liburna Hotel
Korčula

Access to the beach and a pool. Clean and amazing breakfasts! I’d definitely recommend staying here.

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Devecchi rooms
Hvar

Lovely balcony overlooking the ocean with a perfect location.

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Hotel Marul
Split

Clean rooms, attentive staff, perfect location and great breakfasts!

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Close to old town. Walking distance to everything in Split.
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Activity Review
Dubrovnik and Elaphiti islands - Lopud and Koločep private boat trip
Dubrovnik and Elaphiti islands - Lopud and Koločep private boat trip
Croatia

Private boat trip was incredible. Robi planned the perfect day with amazing sights including the blue caves and a delicious lunch.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Robert Pinčević
Robert
Robert Pinčević
Local specialist in Croatia | Replied on Sep 11, 2025

Hi Karma,

Thank you very much for your feedback and kind words much appreciated.
I was a pleasure hosting you and your sisters. Thank you for giving me your trust.
I am happy to hear i was able to contribute to your experience and organise a good trip for you.
Hopefully this trip will stay in a fun memory :)
Many regards from Croatia.
Best
Robi

We could not have been happier with the trip ...
Croatia | Sep 1 - Sep 9, 2025

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Allen G.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

We could not have been happier with the trip and Bruno specifically. Bruno was very attentive and his suggestions were all great.

Local specialist: Bruno Martinović
Bruno
Bruno Martinović
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Sep 10, 2025

Hi Allen,

I'm glad to hear that you had a great time in Croatia.

Thank you very much for your feedback! I am happy to hear that I was able to fulfill your wishes and that you had a great time in Croatia.

It was a pleasure to arrange the trip for you and your wife.

Hope you took some lifelong memories from Croatia

Hope to stay in touch!

Many regards.

Bruno

Wonderful trip to Croatia!
Croatia | Aug 30 - Sep 6, 2025

Susan
Susan T.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 08, 2025

My daughter and I just returned from our trip to Croatia. This is the first time I used a local travel agency to plan out trip. I am so glad that I did. Robi was more than excellent-he communicated with us daily and was able to make last-minute adjustments to our itinerary based on our preferences. His choice of hotels, guides, and restaurants was superb. I would highly recommend him and will do so to all of my friends traveling to Croatia. I only wish that we had more time to spend in this beautiful country.

Local specialist: Robert Pinčević
Robert
Robert Pinčević
Local specialist in Croatia | Replied on Sep 08, 2025

Hi Sue,

Thank you very much for your kind words, much appreciated.
I am very happy to hear you liked Croatia and that i was able to contribute to your experience!
Thank you for all your trust and flexibility!

Sending many regards from Croatia to both of you!

Best

Robi

Striking a balance between worldly exploration and vacation-mode relaxation!
Croatia | Aug 24 - Sep 6, 2025

Stephanie
Stephanie J.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 07, 2025
Tina did a great job first collecting what memories and experiences would make up the ideal vacation for my husband and I. She helped us plan a curated agenda across different cities in Croatia and also Montenegro. The itinerary was a combination of fan favorites like Diocletian's Palace in Split, the new-ish cable car in Kotor, and old town Dubrovnik walking tours. During high season she made personalized transfers (drivers and even a customized high-speed boat ride where we were the... Read more

Tina did a great job first collecting what memories and experiences would make up the ideal vacation for my husband and I. She helped us plan a curated agenda across different cities in Croatia and also Montenegro.

The itinerary was a combination of fan favorites like Diocletian's Palace in Split, the new-ish cable car in Kotor, and old town Dubrovnik walking tours. During high season she made personalized transfers (drivers and even a customized high-speed boat ride where we were the only ones in charge!). These transfers offered really nice downtime for us, a welcome break from navigating the busy streets and overcrowded attractions. Plus they were SEAMLESS - I didn't have any difficulties finding the people and getting transported to the next place. Overall we went to Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes/Split, Korcula, Kotor (Montenegro), and Dubrovnik over 2 weeks. The pacing was great, we didn't feel rushed and got a sense of each location before moving on. We also didn't feel like we wasted a ton of time just getting from place to place - there was plenty of downtime to just let things happen.

Swimming around the Peljesac peninsula the morning of our journey from Split to the island Korcula was a top experience for me - it was so quiet and our guide, Dino, was very open about sharing his experience growing up in a family of olive growers/olive oil producers. Our walking tour guide, Albert, in Dubrovnik did the best job explaining the complexities of living in Croatia, the politics of relatively new countries, and the impact of tourism. All of the hotels selected were boutique in nature and had great amenities - my favorite was the Villa Filaus in Dubrovnik, though! Great location and such character plus the woman running the boutique hotel, Anita, was a DELIGHT to welcome us.

Tina, thank you for planning a wonderful trip! Supremely enjoyable, relaxing, and informative this trip was indulgent and we will remember it for a long, long time! You really thought of EVERYTHING. You curated the best people to help us along our way - so courteous, knowledgeable, and helpful!

Hotel Reviews
Amadria Park Hotel Capital
Zagreb

The most gorgeous dining room with high wooden ceilings and nice decorations, plus the buffet was the best out of all the places we stayed in Croatia. The staff were very helpful, pointing us in directions of places we wanted to go.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The odd shape of the room gave a nice view out the window, but also a strangely designed (tiny) bathroom.
Aminess Korčula Heritage Hotel
Korčula

Stunning water front location convenient to every shop and restaurant you could want. This hotel has a majestic air and there are a lot of pictures of it from the past as a kind of waterfront legacy. It is a great place for people watching.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The world's smallest bathroom which is odd considering how abundant the rest of the hotel felt - my knees hit the towel warmer/rack and I'm not a tall person (5'5") - hopefully it was just the room we had, ocean view suite. Stunning view, but tiniest bathroom.
Villa Filaus

A beautiful villa (and hopefully you get a balcony) plopped right in the middle of a great location, easy walking distance to the beach via the promenade full of casual restaurants. I loved the hotel manager, Anita, who warmly greeted us and showed us where to go with a prepared map. She is so sweet and kind - you can tell she loves her job! This place has big rooms, good air conditioning, and is quiet given there are only a few units. The small pool and loungers are all you need for sunbathing and reading a good book outside. The espresso machines (with bottomless pods) were a nice way to start each day, too!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
I loved loved loved the hotel manager, Anita, who warmly greeted us and showed us where to go with a prepared map. She is so sweet and kind - you can tell she loves her job!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms are super clean, plenty of fresh towels including beach/pool towels already in each room and a dry rack on the balcony with clothes clips for bathing suits to dry. Every detail is thought of ahead of time!
Activity Reviews
 Orjen Hiking Tour with Food Tasting in a Stone Village
Orjen Hiking Tour with Food Tasting in a Stone Village
Montenegro

I liked the hotel pickup especially considering that Kotor is such a busy place with crowds of people, our guide, Igor, was easy to find.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We did get off the trail a few times having to double back when we were hiking Orjen. If I had known it was such a strenuous hike I might have either selected an easier one or skipped it entirely / asked to modify it down, because I was wearing sneakers but even the sneakers were not adequate for the rockiness (true hiking boots would have been better and there was no way I was going to take up luggage space in my suitcase for one outing).
Transport
Private Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
Private Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
Dubrovnik

The flow of the places we visited with the educational pieces was done very well. We covered a ton of topics in a short period of time. I loved going to the hidden spots and the quieter spots away from the main areas. Our guide, Albert, had a very eloquent and beautiful way of speaking that drew us in completely! Having grown up in the area he was able to share all the changes he experienced and I appreciated how honest and thorough his answers were to all of our many questions.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Korčula island Food & Drink Tasting Tour
Korčula island Food & Drink Tasting Tour
Korčula

Loved Rachael and this tour - she took her time with each stop and we filled an afternoon! She had developed deep relationships with each of the business owners at the honey shop, Bire winery, and the homestead. The best was these places were not SALESY at all. Sometimes as a tourist you just want a little space to enjoy the experience and the moment. I could tell Rachael, our guide, has a genuine appreciation for the culture of the place especially as an expat.

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Transport
Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Sep 09, 2025

Dear Stephanie,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that your journey through Croatia and Montenegro was everything you hoped for—and more.
I’m so glad the local people, the seamless transfers, and the well-paced itinerary all added to the experience. Hearing that the trip felt indulgent, informative, and supremely enjoyable truly means the world to me.

Thank you for being such relaxed, open, and wonderful travelers. As I mentioned earlier, everyone who had the pleasure of meeting you had only the best things to say!

best,
Tina

Nikola created a great itinerary for our fami...
Croatia | Aug 23 - Sep 4, 2025

Amanda
Amanda T.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Sep 05, 2025
Nikola created a great itinerary for our family of 5 - two 50-somethings and our 18, 23 and 26 year old children. We loved our walking tour of Split with Ivana, our boat trip to the blue lagoon and Solta with plenty of swimming stops in between with Mirko. The tour of Hvar was great as we would likely not have ventured far from Hvar Town otherwise and the boat trip to the blue caves was beautiful. Korcula charmed us - Boris was a brilliant sea kayaking guide (we loved the home made Grk and... Read more

Nikola created a great itinerary for our family of 5 - two 50-somethings and our 18, 23 and 26 year old children. We loved our walking tour of Split with Ivana, our boat trip to the blue lagoon and Solta with plenty of swimming stops in between with Mirko. The tour of Hvar was great as we would likely not have ventured far from Hvar Town otherwise and the boat trip to the blue caves was beautiful. Korcula charmed us - Boris was a brilliant sea kayaking guide (we loved the home made Grk and cakes). And Ivana, our walking tour guide in Dubrovnik, was a fount of information. Nikola was in touch throughout and made the whole trip stress free. We will definitely be coming back to Croatia.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Dubrovnik Palace
Dubrovnik

Large and impersonal. Lunch in the poolside restaurant very disappointing as were the cocktails at the swim up bar. Main pool and sea swimming access good.

Authenticity & Character
Bland decor.
Location
Long drive with lots of traffic to the old town.
Staff
Not much interaction.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Korcula Hill
Korčula

Our apartment was functional and worked well enough as a base to explore Korcula. The balcony was spacious but as we were on the first floor of the Ruzmarin building our view was blocked by the building in front of ours. We liked the beach club but would have appreciated more than 10% off as hotel guests.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It was a bit further from Korcula Town than we might have liked but the electric cart transfers were brilliant - friendly drivers and always available.
Staff
No real interaction with them.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Adriana Hvar Spa Hotel
Hvar

Loved the view from our window across the harbour, the pool was great, the Thai massage was very relaxing and the location couldn’t have been better.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cornaro Hotel
Split

Excellent location for our short stay in Split. Loved the view from our room and thought the breakfast buffet was great. We loved the rooftop bar but were a bit disappointed by the pool, which was very small and cold.

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Activity Reviews
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Ivana was great. She pitched things just right - plenty of Game of Thrones information for the fans in our party and lots of other helpful local colour and history. She was with us for nearly 2 hours so way more than the allotted time for the tour.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Not applicable - we walked!
Sea Kayak Tour on Korčula
Sea Kayak Tour on Korčula
Korčula

Boris was a brilliant tour guide. Loved how personal he made the tour.

Quality of Experience
The homemade Grk and cakes! Loved the rabbit island where we had our snack stop.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We loved kayaking around.
Private Full Day Boat Tour to Blue Cave & Pakleni Islands
Private Full Day Boat Tour to Blue Cave & Pakleni Islands
Croatia

The blue cave was truly beautiful. Loved the swimming and lunch spots too - the Adriatic Ocean around the Croatian island is amazing.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Limited interaction with us.
Transport
Very comfortable boat.
Hvar Half-Day Private Island Tour (Afternoon)
Hvar Half-Day Private Island Tour (Afternoon)
Hvar

We loved our guide and particularly loved the “cave” at his family home where we did wine tasting. Would have rated this trip as 5 star were it not for the disappointing restaurant at the end of the trip - not good for vegetarians.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Private Boat Tour to Blue Lagoon & Island of Šolta
Full Day Private Boat Tour to Blue Lagoon & Island of Šolta
Croatia

Mirko was very friendly and helpful. Great spot for lunch on Solta and beautiful swimming locations.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Very comfortable boat.
Private Walking Tour of Split
Private Walking Tour of Split
Croatia

Ivana was a fantastic guide. So great to get our bearings in Split and so much information re the Diocletian Palace.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
It was a walking tour so not really relevant!
Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić

What a glorious expirence!
Croatia | Oct 7 - Oct 18, 2024

Louis
Louis f.
Nicetown-Tioga, PA | Reviewed on Aug 31, 2025
Ivan and Sarah was amazing, and helped through this process from beginning to even to end, with a reach out after the vacation as well, especially us being first timers in both Croatia and through KimKim. We've met and talked to so many great people who really showed their love for the Country, and gave us insight to the ins and outs of whatever town, city we were in; which made the trip that much more fascinating. One of the biggest highlights was going to the Blue Cave, which was... Read more

Ivan and Sarah was amazing, and helped through this process from beginning to even to end, with a reach out after the vacation as well, especially us being first timers in both Croatia and through KimKim. We've met and talked to so many great people who really showed their love for the Country, and gave us insight to the ins and outs of whatever town, city we were in; which made the trip that much more fascinating.

One of the biggest highlights was going to the Blue Cave, which was planned for the day of our Anniversary. This made our Anniversary even more special as we navigated the waters and cave.

This was absolutely an amazing trip and would recommend Ivan and Sarah to plan your next one!

If you are going to Croatia please also ensure that you visit as many of the National Parks as they are simply breathtaking!

Thank you Ivan and Sarah for a wonderful Anniversary :)

Hotel Review
Hotel Neptun Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik
Authenticity & Character
Location
Not as close to the Attractions. Also the street was a one way street with two way traffic.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ivan Cosic

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