Kimkim Trip Reviews for Italy

4.9
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Great vacation!
Italy | Sep 28 - Oct 7, 2023

Linda
Linda P.
Baltimore, MD | Reviewed on Oct 30, 2023
Elena and her team helped my partner and I plan a wonderful trip to Florence, Cinque Terre, and Venice! We truly enjoyed it and felt that our experience was enhanced by going through Kimkim, as we would not have been able to know the details as well as they knew them. We highly recommend anyone book through them! Read more

Elena and her team helped my partner and I plan a wonderful trip to Florence, Cinque Terre, and Venice! We truly enjoyed it and felt that our experience was enhanced by going through Kimkim, as we would not have been able to know the details as well as they knew them. We highly recommend anyone book through them!

Hotel Review
Hotel Al Duca di Venezia
Venice

Location is very good and definitely recommend this neighborhood (Cannaregio), but the bathroom had a not so clean odor and was not very well ventilated

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Activity Reviews
The Jewels of Venice (St. Mark & Doge Palace)
The Jewels of Venice (St. Mark & Doge Palace)
Venice
Hidden Venice and cicchetti experience
Hidden Venice and cicchetti experience
Italy
Cinque Terre sunset cruise
Cinque Terre sunset cruise
Cinque Terre
Florence private guided walk
Florence private guided walk
Florence
Wine and food tour in Florence
Wine and food tour in Florence
Florence
Local specialist: Elena Del Vecchio

The perfect itinerary for us! If you are tra...
Italy | Oct 9 - Oct 18, 2023

John
John C.
Sandusky, OH | Reviewed on Oct 30, 2023
The perfect itinerary for us!
If you are traveling to Italy we highly recommend Andrea Gambino to help create a wonderful trip for you. He customized our itinerary to meet our travel goals in Sicily. Andrea was available throughout our trip to keep us updated when anything changed. He also was able to make a few adjustments (we requested) on the fly,
All 5 guides listed below were fabulous.... knowledgeable, passionate, kind, easy-going, and friendly. We felt they went above and... Read more

The perfect itinerary for us!
If you are traveling to Italy we highly recommend Andrea Gambino to help create a wonderful trip for you. He customized our itinerary to meet our travel goals in Sicily. Andrea was available throughout our trip to keep us updated when anything changed. He also was able to make a few adjustments (we requested) on the fly,

All 5 guides listed below were fabulous.... knowledgeable, passionate, kind, easy-going, and friendly. We felt they went above and beyond to make sure that we connected with, and understood, the history and culture in each area we toured. Great job!

Guides:
Letteria - Ancient Theatre of Taormina
Peppe - Godfather Movie Set Private Tour
Corrado - Syracuse Neapolis Archaeological Park
Sabine - Ragusa
Allessandra - Temple valley

Drivers:
David (Catania) , David (Palermo), and Antonio (Palermo), were all very professional, courteous and always on time

Hotel Reviews
Eurostars Centrale Palace
Palermo
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Baglio San Nicola
San Nicola, Naro
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Bedding could be upgraded
Algilà Ortigia Charme Hotel
Siracusa
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Hotel Villa Carlotta
Taormina
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Activity Reviews
Temple valley guided visit
Temple valley guided visit
Italy
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Val di Noto gems: Modica time at your leisure and  Ragusa guided visit
Val di Noto gems: Modica time at your leisure and Ragusa guided visit
Italy

Sabine is a great guide! Informative, funny and passionate.

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Syracuse Neapolis Archaeological Park - private guide
Syracuse Neapolis Archaeological Park - private guide
Italy

Corrado made this great!

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Godfather Movie Set Private Tour
Godfather Movie Set Private Tour
Italy

Peppe made this tour extra special, very passionate.

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Guided visit to the Ancient Theatre  of Taormina (private guide)
Guided visit to the Ancient Theatre of Taormina (private guide)
Italy
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Local specialist: Andrea Gambino
Andrea
Andrea Gambino
Local specialist in Turin, Italy | Replied on Oct 30, 2023

Hi John, Ithank you very much for your wonderful review.
I am really glad and happy you enjoyed your trip. It was a great pleasure working with you and anytime you might need assistance, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.

Italy trip sept 2023
Italy | Sep 9 - Sep 22, 2023

Cate
Cate M.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Oct 29, 2023
From start to finish, booking and traveling with Kimkim was the best choice we could have made for our 14 day trip to Italy. Our plan was to have 3 locations to visit/stay at a leisurely pace with few activities to allow us to explore and experience Italy on our own. We had 3 “phases” dreamed up for our trip that including a countryside stay in Tuscany, Rome visit for a wedding, and Amalfi coast trip for beach and relaxing on the water.We initially decided to try using a travel company to... Read more

From start to finish, booking and traveling with Kimkim was the best choice we could have made for our 14 day trip to Italy. Our plan was to have 3 locations to visit/stay at a leisurely pace with few activities to allow us to explore and experience Italy on our own. We had 3 “phases” dreamed up for our trip that including a countryside stay in Tuscany, Rome visit for a wedding, and Amalfi coast trip for beach and relaxing on the water.We initially decided to try using a travel company to assist with planning the Tuscany portion of our trip, mainly because we were having trouble figuring out where to stay in the countryside and how to get around without renting a car. It was also the first time we’ve planned an international trip and we were quite overwhelmed with all of the logistics and places to visit. Kimkim came highly recommended from a friend, so we decided to ask for recommendations for our entire trip.

All of our accommodations, transfers, planned activities and tours were just what we wanted. We had local guide (cannot remember her name) give us a private tour of Pompeii and she was fantastic! Special thanks to her, our driver for the day, and Alberto because we woke up late on the morning of the tour, and they were all in constant communication and so accommodating despite being an hour behind on activities. Alberto was in constant communication with us, checking in and making sure that everything was going smoothly. Cannot recommend Alberto and KimKim enough!

Our trip:
- 2 nights Siena
- 3 nights Tuscan wine resort/countryside B&B
- 3 nights in Rome
- 4 nights in Amalfi town on Amalfi coast
- 1 night Rome for flight home the next day

Hotel Review
Relais degli Angeli
Siena
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Local specialist: Alberto Buzzanca

A great success
Italy | Oct 19 - Oct 28, 2023

Anthony
Anthony L.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 29, 2023
Planning and arrangements were very easy and flexible. Giulia our specialist was fantastic and very helpful. We could not have done this trip as well without her. Our trip was a great success for the most part. Rainy weather is never great but we have enjoyed ourselves none the less.
We experienced significant travel delays on the high speed train from Florence to Naples (3 hour delay which nearly caused us to miss Pompei entirely). Thanks to Kimkim, this did not happen. In fact, we...
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Planning and arrangements were very easy and flexible. Giulia our specialist was fantastic and very helpful. We could not have done this trip as well without her.

Our trip was a great success for the most part. Rainy weather is never great but we have enjoyed ourselves none the less.
We experienced significant travel delays on the high speed train from Florence to Naples (3 hour delay which nearly caused us to miss Pompei entirely). Thanks to Kimkim, this did not happen. In fact, we never felt alone or abandoned. They were always just a What'sAp message away and they responded quickly to whatever we had going on. Really top notch.

We had a nearly two hour delay traveling from Naples to Florence, which caused us to make our prescheduled Vatican tour within about ten minutes of the start time. Kudos to our drive and Kimkim for working with us as the delays mounted and for providing great assistance. We did not miss anything because of their attention to detail and staying in touch. Remember to download What'sAp--this was critical during challenging events.

I was, however, deeply disappointed with our tour guide on the day trip to San Gimignano and Volterra . Her driving was very fast and uneven, At least two or three of us were "car sick" from the style and type of driving--one of the more unpleasant car trips I have had in a long time. She was very efficient and we arrived and ended on time, but she was also very impatient, handled questions badly and was much too bossy. Not rude exactly, but not the temperament I would expect from someone running a tour.

Our hotel in Sorrento, Grand Hotel Aminata, was also a bit musty and probably the worst of the places we stayed. It had an excellent view of the harbor though which we loved. We are not fussy people, but our room had a slight, but distinct, smell that we did not like. Otherwise, the accommodations were excellent and well placed. The La Maison du Sage in Florence was particularly excellent and deserves special mention. Our stay at The Regency in Rome was also excellent (though we booked this directly).

Antonio, our driver (and guide) for the Sorrento and Amalfi Coast portion of our trip was excellent. He could not have been more courteous and friendly. He helped us deal with the delayed train and abbreviated Pompeii tour, and he drove us around the Amalfi Coast in style and comfort. P.S. Our guide Rafael at Pompeii was also excellent and we enjoyed his tour very much-if only it could have been longer but that was unavoidable.

We also highly recommend the EBIKE tour we took in Rome. Our guide Irina was excellent. Do this early in your stay if you can as it was a great way to survey the city and find points of interest.

Hotel Reviews
Grand Hotel Aminta
Sorrento

This hotel was a bit of a letdown. The room had a musty odor, and it was lackluster. However, the food was fantastic, and the shuttle service was convenient.

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La Maison du Sage
Florence

This place was absolutely fantastic. The ambiance was so enchanting that we even bought a diffuser that smelled like the hotel. They brought us breakfast in our room, and everything was just perfect.

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Activity Reviews
Rome: E-Bike Evening Tour with Italian Dinner
Rome: E-Bike Evening Tour with Italian Dinner
Rome

The bike tour was one of the best things we did. Although we wished we had done it sooner in Rome to get a good feel for the city and then backfill the rest.

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Explore Pompeii Walking Tour
Explore Pompeii Walking Tour
Italy

This tour was fantastic! Our guide was great and managed to get us through as much as possible despite our delayed train.

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Florence Food Tour
Florence Food Tour
Florence

This trip was a bit of a letdown. Our tour guide was a bit rude and drove crazy. It was so bad that we had to stop to let people out because they were feeling sick. The guide wasn't very pleasant, and it felt like she didn't let the whole experience breathe.

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Local specialist: Giulia Bonati
Giulia
Giulia Bonati
Local specialist in Padova, Italy | Replied on Nov 03, 2023

Dear Anthony,
thank you so much for this wonderful review!
It was my pleasure to work with you on the crafting planning of your perfect trip!
I am thrilled to know that your trip was amazing and that even if something didn't go exactly as planned because of the train delays, you were able to find the necessary support with our experienced team.
I love also the wonderul pictures that you shared, thanks so much!!
I will be looking forward to welcome you back in beautiful Italy,
until then, I wish you all the best!
Giulia

Great trip…suggestions for improvement
Italy | Oct 11 - Oct 21, 2023

Paul
Paul M.
Scranton, PA | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
Kimkim Feedback 10/10-10/21/23
Reggio, Calabria and Sicily
Paul and Esther Mackarey
We have used kimkim twice and recommend you to many friends, two of whom use you for Portugal recently. We like your service but thought you might want to know how to make it better. Overall it is as a great trip. Our visit to my mother’s and grandparents home town of Martirano, Catanzaro, Calabria was special. Our driver, Fabri, went out of his way to ensure that we found the town and met some of the... Read more

Kimkim Feedback 10/10-10/21/23
Reggio, Calabria and Sicily
Paul and Esther Mackarey

We have used kimkim twice and recommend you to many friends, two of whom use you for Portugal recently. We like your service but thought you might want to know how to make it better.

Overall it is as a great trip. Our visit to my mother’s and grandparents home town of Martirano, Catanzaro, Calabria was special. Our driver, Fabri, went out of his way to ensure that we found the town and met some of the locals who knew my family. The overall itinerary, drivers, and walking tour guides were very good.
Special thanks for an exceptional job by:
Fabri. Driver in Reggio, Catanzaro and Messina
Francisco. Driver Mt Etna
All walking tour guides were very good… especially Marilu in Palermo

However, I do need to provide some feedback regarding accommodations. This information may prove to be valuable for your future travelers. While my wife and I are relatively fit, we are 65. And, while we don’t need to be pampered, a few conveniences are needed that White Rooms could not provide.

White Rooms in Reggio
I understand that Reggio is not a big tourist attraction but …
The B&B was under construction and all on the second floor to a landing, through a common staircase that serves another unrelated apartment, then into a small bedroom. It was good location but it was very noisy at night and at 6 am with garbage and street cleaning. It offered no breakfast onsite. A voucher for coffee and a biscuit was issued for a bar across the street. I think it is more appropriate for backpackers and short stays for those under 50/55

Khalisah in Palermo was very good and the location was easily accessible to the historical area.
It was clean, interesting decor and friendly staff. However, it is important to consider the age and physical conditions of the travelers carrying luggage up three floors … it was difficult. And, with self check in, no one was available to assist.

Additional information would be helpful For those renting cars and driving in Sicily:

Forewarn drivers about the difficulty parking. Especially when visiting Taormina (need to park just outside city in designated parking areas before entering). Google maps takes you through the old town and you will get a ticket. Similar in Cefalu, google takes you directly in the old town but parking just outside the old town, parking can be found but google will direct you into town. In Catania the streets are open to traffic but parking difficult. Parking guidelines (white, blue, yellow) would be helpful.

Hotel Reviews
Best Western Hotel Rome Airport
Fiumicino

Perfect for the night before a flight home

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B&B Khalisah
Palermo

Interesting theme and decor. Good staff and location but… we were in the 3rd floor and checked in after 5 (so had a self check in). It was difficult to get our luggage up 3 steep and narrow flights of steps and no staff on site. It is not a good place for older travelers unless they get a first or second floor.

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It was clean but not comfortable because of the 3 flights of stairs to our very very small room.
B&B A tonnara
Cefalu

Beautiful view of the sea. Good location but must be able to walk distances.

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Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Catania

Beautiful. Clean. Great service and amenities. Great location.

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White Rooms
Reggio Calabria

Under construction/renovation. Very noisy in am. 2-3 floors and difficult with luggage. Good access to town and water.

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Activity Reviews
Palermo Private Walking Tour
Palermo Private Walking Tour
Palermo
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Marilou was excellent.
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Taormina Highlights Walking Tour
Taormina Highlights Walking Tour
Italy

The walking tour guide was excellent.

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We rented a car and drove… our mistake. Parking was difficult.
Ortigia Walking Tour: The Heart of Syracuse
Ortigia Walking Tour: The Heart of Syracuse
Syracuse
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Private Mount Etna Guided Jeep Tour
Private Mount Etna Guided Jeep Tour
Italy

Francisco was outstanding

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Catania Tour - City Highlights Walk
Catania Tour - City Highlights Walk
Italy
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Full day with Driver
Full day with Driver
Italy

Fabri. Same As on Oct 11

Private Transfer
Private Transfer
Italy

Fabri was excellent. He helped us locate the village were my mother and grandparents were born in Martirano, Catanzaro, Calabria, Italy

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Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Nov 11, 2023

Hello Paul,
I truly appreciate your thoughtful review. It brings us great joy to hear that you had a wonderful experience visiting your family's home town going back into your ancestors' roots, with the mindful guidance of our local suppliers and experienced guides. We have taken your comments into consideration, and have been working on new tools to provide even more memorable and seamless traveling experiences! See you next time, arrivederci from the Storywalking team!

zurich to taormina oct3’23 to oct 20’23
Italy | Oct 3 - Oct 20, 2023

celi
celi d.
Costa Mesa, CA | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023

zurich, lucerne, interlaken, zermatt, saint moritz,, bellagio, milan, palermo, taormina and catania!!!!! 18 days of unforgettable experience thanks to fabio who arranged it all! excellent service and assistance of all the tour guides and drivers as well! i highly recommend kimkim specifically fabio💕
i’m looking forward to my next trip with you😁

Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Oct 28, 2023

Buongiorno Celi,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It's been an absolute pleasure arranging your 18-day adventure through beautiful Switzerland and Italy. I'm thrilled to hear that you had an unforgettable experience! Wishing you all the best, and many more exciting adventures in the future! 🙂
Arrivederci,
Fabio

Andrea at KimKim is the best planner we have ever worked with!
Italy | Oct 1 - Oct 10, 2023

Stephen
Stephen S.
Shoreview, MN | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
We had an amazing time celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary in Italy (albeit two plus years late, thanks to COVID!). We worked with Andrea at KimKim and we could not have been happier. He was excellent! If we could give more than five stars, we would! We came to him with a rough idea of what we wanted to do and where we wanted to go: Venice, Florence, and Rome. He conducted a thorough survey right at the beginning to get much more detail about what we did and did not want to do. ... Read more

We had an amazing time celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary in Italy (albeit two plus years late, thanks to COVID!). We worked with Andrea at KimKim and we could not have been happier. He was excellent! If we could give more than five stars, we would! We came to him with a rough idea of what we wanted to do and where we wanted to go: Venice, Florence, and Rome. He conducted a thorough survey right at the beginning to get much more detail about what we did and did not want to do. Then, he came back with the perfect plan for us. The individual guides with whom he set us up were fantastic - personable and friendly, and exceptionally knowledgeable. I highly recommend doing the individual tours with the skip the line tickets - we easily saved 10-15 hours of standing in lines over the course of our ten day trip. We have already referred many friends to Andrea and KimKim and will continue to do so. We will also be using them again. Cannot wait for our next trip.

Andrea - thank you SO MUCH for helping us to make this a trip we will never forget!

Hotel Reviews
Navona Essence Hotel
Roma

Great location and helpful staff.

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Corte dei Sogni Boutique Hotel & spa

Great location - close to everything, yet secluded enough to not be too loud!

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Hotel Antiche Figure
Venice

The entire staff at Hotel Antiche Figure was incredible. They were extremely friendly, helpful and courteous. Everywhere we went, people know the hotel and the staff, and everyone spoke very highly of them. They are well respected - and for good reason! Allessandro, Mikail, David, Gionni, Laura, Victoria . . . and everyone else there made our experience incredible.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful Old World Charm with modern conveniences!
Location
Right on the Grand Canal - perfectly located!
Staff
Allessandro, Mikail, David, Gionni, Laura, Victoria . . . and everyone else there made our experience incredible.
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Activity Reviews
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - private guide
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - private guide
Rome

Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Coliseum was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When had her the day before for the Roman Forum and the Coliseum, and when we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!

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Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Coliseum was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When had her the day before for the Roman Forum and the Coliseum, and when we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!
Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel skip the line ticket
Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel skip the line ticket
Rome

Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Coliseum was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When had her the day before for the Roman Forum and the Coliseum, and when we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!

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Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Coliseum was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When had her the day before for the Roman Forum and the Coliseum, and when we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!
Colosseum & Roman Forum skip the line ticket
Colosseum & Roman Forum skip the line ticket
Rome

The ONLY was to do it!

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Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Mariapaola was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!
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Colosseum and Roman Forum - Private guide
Colosseum and Roman Forum - Private guide
Rome

Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Mariapaola was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!

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Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Mariapaola was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!
Private Guided Walk
Private Guided Walk
Rome
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Chianti Full Immersive Wine & Olive Oil Experience from Florence (small group)
Chianti Full Immersive Wine & Olive Oil Experience from Florence (small group)
Florence

Fantastic! What else can I say? Our guides were great! The three wineries were great! The staff was amazing. The wine was delicious.

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Florence private guided walk including Accademia Gallery
Florence private guided walk including Accademia Gallery
Florence

Guide was amazing! Incredibly knowledgeable and very good at telling stories!

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Legendary Venice: St. Mark’s Basilica with Terraces & Doge’s Palace (small group)
Legendary Venice: St. Mark’s Basilica with Terraces & Doge’s Palace (small group)
Venice

The guide was incredible - very knowledgeable and a great English speaker! Really helpful!

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Hidden Venice and cicchetti experience
Hidden Venice and cicchetti experience
Italy

Very knowledgeable guide! Lots of fun and very interesting - a lot of great history! The cicchetti was delicious.

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Local specialist: Andrea Gambino
Andrea
Andrea Gambino
Local specialist in Turin, Italy | Replied on Oct 28, 2023

Wow, thanks so much Stephen for your wonderful review. It was a great pleasure working with you and I am super glad you loved your experience.

Any time you want, we’ll be happy to assist you.

This is our third Kimkim trip and second to I...
Italy | Oct 17 - Oct 26, 2023

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Aron E.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
This is our third Kimkim trip and second to Italy. We highly recommend their service. Everything runs smoothly when booking through Kimkim and they provide recommendations for the best tour guides and experiences. Read more

This is our third Kimkim trip and second to Italy. We highly recommend their service. Everything runs smoothly when booking through Kimkim and they provide recommendations for the best tour guides and experiences.

Hotel Review
Four Seasons Hotel Milano
Milan

Great service and the restaurant was fantastic. This was the best hotel on our trip.

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Activity Review
Market Visit & Cooking Class in Venice
Market Visit & Cooking Class in Venice
Venice

This was absolutely the best experience of the trip. We really enjoyed getting to know Michael and the food we prepared was some of the best we have ever had.

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Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Oct 27, 2023

Dear Aron,

Congratulations again for your wedding!!
With each trip we aspire to create long-lasting memories, especially when there is a unique occasion such as yours and I'm glad you had a wonderful time. Wishing you many more happy travels around the world for you and Madison.

Take Care!
Ina

Multigenerational trip to Italy & Greece
Italy | Oct 7 - Oct 19, 2023

Wendy
Wendy P.
Washington, PA | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
Arianna took all our wish list experiences and feedback and created a perfect trip for my mom, daughter and I. Our on the ground support team of Jessica and Barbara were always responsive. The app provided was very helpful in keeping all details organized and quickly accessible. Our driver from Naples to Sorrento (Angelo) was super fun and we really enjoyed our stop at the limoncello factory with him. Ciro Jr. was our wonderful guide/driver for Positano, Amalfi and our limoncello... Read more

Arianna took all our wish list experiences and feedback and created a perfect trip for my mom, daughter and I.

Our on the ground support team of Jessica and Barbara were always responsive. The app provided was very helpful in keeping all details organized and quickly accessible.

Our driver from Naples to Sorrento (Angelo) was super fun and we really enjoyed our stop at the limoncello factory with him.

Ciro Jr. was our wonderful guide/driver for Positano, Amalfi and our limoncello lunch experience. He was so helpful with his suggestions to organize our stops to make the most of our time for the best experience. He happily offered to take photos for us and gave us a perfect restaurant recommendation for my daughter’s birthday. He even arranged to meet up with us after our tour when my daughter realized she had left a purchase behind in the vehicle!

I never would have been able to pull off all the logistics of this trip. Extremely grateful to Arianna for her thoughtful planning and execution. It was a trip of a lifetime for us! Grazie Mille!

Hotel Reviews
Abelonas Retreat
Santorini

Staff was very nice. Beautiful views and pool. Breakfast is ordered day before and brought to your room. They even prepared a boxed breakfast for us the day we left due to an early flight. Be advised some rooms (like ours) have significant amount of outside steps.

Palazzo Starace
Sorrento

The staff and breakfast were very good. Convenient to Piazza Tasso and shopping. 3 stars due to excessive noise from nearby nightclub until 3am every night and lots of stairs to navigate.

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Solo Experience Hotel
Florence

The staff and breakfast were very good. Convenient to activities.

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Albergo Terminus
Como

We loved this hotel! The location was perfect. The staff was so helpful and friendly and the breakfasts were top notch!

Authenticity & Character
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Right on the lake across from ferry and close to square and shops.
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Activity Reviews
Limoncello Tour & Tasting
Limoncello Tour & Tasting
Amalfi Coast
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Luxury Catamaran Cruise around Santorini
Luxury Catamaran Cruise around Santorini
Santorini

Loved this! End of season and only had 5 people on board with us so really got to enjoy the boat. The food was so good! We did the sunset tour. Be advised you can swim but there is no beach time as indicated.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
San Lorenzo Food Market & Tuscan Cooking Class
San Lorenzo Food Market & Tuscan Cooking Class
Florence

We absolutely loved this! So fun and the food was delicious!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 27, 2023

Hello Wendy,
I truly appreciate your thoughtful review! It brings us great joy to know that your family had a memorable time in Italy and Greece, with our local knowledgeable guides, that took such good care of you. We always meet in person our partners and do thorough hotel inspections to provide an immersive and dedicated local experience. Ciao from the Storywalking Team, and until the next time!

We had the trip of a lifetime! Exploring Ital...
Italy | Oct 14 - Oct 23, 2023

Mark
Mark T.
Waterford, MI | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
We had the trip of a lifetime! Exploring Italy with our numerous drivers and guides made the travel easy and fun. Every detail was accounted for. We loved Valentina, Suzanne, Roberto and Elizabeth. They assured that we saw all there was to see and added an element of pure Italian hospitality. Our hotels were amazing and our tours were outstanding. Jessica's planning and hard work assured that we would have a great trip. The App was easy to use and made train transfers and meeting times... Read more

We had the trip of a lifetime! Exploring Italy with our numerous drivers and guides made the travel easy and fun. Every detail was accounted for. We loved Valentina, Suzanne, Roberto and Elizabeth. They assured that we saw all there was to see and added an element of pure Italian hospitality. Our hotels were amazing and our tours were outstanding. Jessica's planning and hard work assured that we would have a great trip. The App was easy to use and made train transfers and meeting times and places a breeze. We look forward to using Kim Kim for another adventure. Well done!

Hotel Reviews
Palazzo Salgar
Naples

Crowded lobby and small room. The breakfast was good.

Authenticity & Character
Nothing special here
Location
There wasn't much to do near the hotel.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean and comfortable
Hotel Conca Park 4* Sorrento
Sorrento

Great location. This hotel was beautiful! The breakfast was amazing as was the view! the grounds were immaculate and the amenities were superb. We loved this hotel. I am so glad that we spent multiple nights here.

Authenticity & Character
This was a beautiful hotel.
Location
Close to town and easy to walk to where we wanted to go.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tree Charme Parliament Boutique Hotel & Bistrot
Rome

This hotel was a GREAT location. The breakfast was marginal and the rooms were small.

Authenticity & Character
This felt like Rome!
Location
Could not have been better!
Staff
They accommodated our schedule and packed us a breakfast for our early tour.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Albergo Posta Marcucci
Bagno Vignoni

The spa was amazing but the room was hot and small. It. seemed a bit out dated. The breakfast was delicious!

Authenticity & Character
The spa area was FABULOUS! It made our stay exceptional.
Location
This was a great mid-point for us.
Staff
The waiter at the restaurant was rude. We were treated poorly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
It seemed old and outdated. The rooms were hot.
Star Hotel Rosa Grand
Milan

Great location, great breakfast!

Authenticity & Character
Very upscale.
Location
Close to the Dumo and other attractions. Close to all things on our walking tour.
Staff
Very helpful staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Pizza Cooking Class
Pizza Cooking Class
Naples

This class was fun but seemed a bit commercialized and not authentic. There were so many groups at the same time. The pizza making was fun and the pizza was good but it was very hot and a bit uncomfortable.

Quality of Experience
Food
We had much better pizza earlier that day.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Taxi
Limoncello Tour & Tasting
Limoncello Tour & Tasting
Amalfi Coast

This felt very authentic. We loved meeting the chef and had a wonderful lunch during our tasting.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Roberto took us to this event. The chef was adorable and so funny. He made the experience great!
Transport
Full Day Tour Amalfi Coast: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello
Full Day Tour Amalfi Coast: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello
Italy

We had torrential rain during part of this tour. Our drive Roberto was one of our favorite people on this tour, He took plenty of pictures and really seemed to enjoy his job. He made the day special.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Roberto was FABULOUS!
Transport
Exclusive Capri Boat Tour and Blue Grotto by Sorrento
Exclusive Capri Boat Tour and Blue Grotto by Sorrento
Italy

This activity was cancelled due to strong winds and storms. We were so SAD! This was to be a highlight of our week. No one could help the circumstances. We will need to come back!

Explore Pompeii Walking Tour
Explore Pompeii Walking Tour
Italy

Nancy gave a very good tour. She knew a lot about Pompeii but didn't overload us with too much information.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Amalfi Coast to Naples - Pompeii en Route
Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Amalfi Coast to Naples - Pompeii en Route
Italy

Good trip. Our driver was very nice. Our Pompeii tour was great.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nancy gave us a great tour of Pompeii. She had great information and was loads of fun.
Transport
Efficient, on time, we felt comfortable. Nice vehicle
Explore Rome in a Day
Explore Rome in a Day
Rome

Wow! We saw so much and learned so much. The Vatican Museum and Sistene Chapel were amazing. We saw all the sites! Suzanne was wonderful! Very informative and fun. She took us to a great lunch spot and knew how to make the trip very authentic for us. She was one of our best guides. We loved her!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She was genuine and just a lovely person!
Rome walking tour by night
Rome walking tour by night
Rome

Vera did a good job of giving us the basics of Rome. She took us to some different places.....the Trevi Fountain and the old Hospital now University which was very interesting. I wish we had seen the castle and DiVinci museum. We were extremely tired and probably not the best audience. She did a great job.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Vineyard walk and tasting in Argillae Vineyard  (Mon-Fri)
Vineyard walk and tasting in Argillae Vineyard (Mon-Fri)
Italy

We had a fabulous tour and lunch at the Argillae vineyard. We loved the wine and really appreciated the time the owner (female/daughter) Julie? spent with us. She was so professional and fun and made our experience valuable. The lunch was amazing and was paired with the wines. This was a high point of our trip for sure.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver was pleasant and a very good driver.
Transport
on time and efficient.
Cellars Visits in Chianti Area
Cellars Visits in Chianti Area
Italy

We loved our vineyard tours but especially appreciated Valentina taking us to a small town for the most authentic experience of our week. She found a lovely lunch spot and communicated in Italian with the owner to allow us to experience a very special lunch. Although it was only a fragment of our tour, it was most memorable. We adored Valentina!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Lake Como and Bellagio– Full Day Trip from Milan - Shared
Lake Como and Bellagio– Full Day Trip from Milan - Shared
Milan

Elizabeth was amazing. She kept us on time and on task and allowed time for our own adventure in Bellagio. She recommended a fabulous lunch spot and joined us for a great outing.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Elizabeth was outstanding!
Transport
Express Milan Duomo Tour with Terrace Access
Express Milan Duomo Tour with Terrace Access
Milan

Our guide was well-informed but spent too much time on the history and did not seem aware of our time constraints. We just barely fit the roof-top visit in and she seemed confused when we told her that we had an early departure for that day. Overall it was a good experience but we felt bad for our tour guide who seemed prepared for a much longer experience.

Quality of Experience
It is simply an exceptional place
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Jessica Proietti
Jessica
Jessica Proietti
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 27, 2023

Ciao Mark,

I really wish to thank you for your kind words, It was a pleasure to assist you and your group. I'm glad to know you enjoyed our App, and helps you to handle all details while traveling. We have been working on implementing new tools to make your vacation increasingly enjoyable and always stress-free! See you next time, arrivederci!

Jessica & Storywalking Team

Absolute perfection.
Italy | Oct 4 - Oct 17, 2023

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Kristina B.
North Charleston, SC | Reviewed on Oct 26, 2023
I can't begin to describe how amazing this trip was. Andrea thought of everything. He really listened to what we wanted: where we wanted to be, activities we wanted to do. He thought about and coordinated transportation, which was extremely important to us since we did not have a car. He told us the "must sees" and took care of all the details to make this trip the most memorable and romantic anniversary trip. We really enjoyed our personal guides, their knowledge of the cities they live in... Read more

I can't begin to describe how amazing this trip was. Andrea thought of everything. He really listened to what we wanted: where we wanted to be, activities we wanted to do. He thought about and coordinated transportation, which was extremely important to us since we did not have a car. He told us the "must sees" and took care of all the details to make this trip the most memorable and romantic anniversary trip. We really enjoyed our personal guides, their knowledge of the cities they live in and love so much. The hotels were all beautiful and very accommodating. We are already thinking about and planning our next trip! Cannot recommend enough!

Hotel Reviews
Porta di Castro
Palermo

This hotel had the most friendly and accommodating staff of all. Right upon arrival, they took great care of us, gave us treats and coffee, gave us a map of the surrounding area. They upgraded our room with no additional fee. They gave the best recommendation for dinner and even made the reservation for us. The history of the building was captivating. They even gave us a souvenir when we left. Would definitely stay again!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
B&B Donna Teresa
Agrigento

We were only here a night, but we felt very taken care of and were greeted in the morning with a big breakfast and lovely conversation.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Baglio di Scopello
Scopello

One of our most favorite experiences was here. The grounds are absolutely beautiful: the garden, the view, the pool, the outdoor bar and lounge all were incredible. We even took home some homemade olive oil!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Residence
Amalfi

This hotel was by far a favorite. Beautiful views, clean, comfortable. The staff were extremely nice and accommodating. The restaurant in the hotel was amazing, delicious and whimsical. Love!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Piazza Bellini & Apartments
Naples

Very big room! The hotel was beautiful. Exactly what we needed. Very comfortable and clean.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
There was only one instance where we were trying to rest where staff insisted to get in the room to clean, but it was not a big deal. Minor inconvenience.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Raffaello
Roma

Perfect location, staff were very accommodating and friendly, helped us hold our luggage and get taxis. The room was comfortable, clean, everything we needed.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Naples guided walk
Naples guided walk
Italy

Daniella was magic! She is such an enchanting person, and we really enjoyed walking around Naples with her. She was so easy to chat with. It felt like we had been friends before. she gave the BEST pizza recommendation!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Guided Walk
Private Guided Walk
Rome

Vincenza is now one of my favorite people. I loved how much she loved her city, and she was so incredibly knowledgeable and excellent company.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Andrea Gambino
Andrea
Andrea Gambino
Local specialist in Turin, Italy | Replied on Oct 27, 2023

Thanks so much Kristina for your very kind words. It was a pleasure working with you and I am really glad you enjoyed your anniversary trip.

We will be happy to assist you anytime you want to plan your next trip.

Great guides, drivers and tours:Elizabeth---...
Italy | Oct 14 - Oct 23, 2023

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Craig J.
Westfield, IN | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2023
Great guides, drivers and tours:
Elizabeth---Lake Como/Bellagio
Roberto--Amalfi coast
Nancy--Pompei
Suzanna/Faustra--Roma
Valentina--driver/Tuscany
Great overall experience--if anyone not mentioned, apologies as all arranged guidance was exceptional. Read more

Great guides, drivers and tours:
Elizabeth---Lake Como/Bellagio
Roberto--Amalfi coast
Nancy--Pompei
Suzanna/Faustra--Roma
Valentina--driver/Tuscany

Great overall experience--if anyone not mentioned, apologies as all arranged guidance was exceptional.

Hotel Reviews
Palazzo Salgar
Naples

we were only there one night---last of our tour. Nice modern hotel---small but comfortable room. Nice breakfast. A difficult shower---another wet floor LOL Would have preferred a hotel near waterfront area. We walked there and there were a number of options, but assume cost would be higher.

Authenticity & Character
its modern, little character. appeared to be a business trip hotel
Location
appeared not to be a desirable area of Napoli (??) not much to do around hotel---needed taxi to get to activity and restaurants
Staff
lobby staff very accommodating when we interacted
Cleanliness & Comfort
very clean throughout.. lobby, restaurant, room
Hotel Conca Park 4* Sorrento
Sorrento

wow!! from entrance via tunnels filled w/ art to modern lobby to great hotel room views of Sorrento. Excellent location and accommodation. Opera and jazz singer in bar area the first night--amazing only issue--3Euro per pool towel. really??

Authenticity & Character
its a modern hotel in an old historic city---another great bath and shower
Location
Walk to heart of Sorrento and activities
Staff
we were welcomed!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tree Charme Parliament Boutique Hotel & Bistrot
Rome

great location ... Like much of Roma--tight streets and access. Small reception area and restaurant. Close to eating options. Appeared to be a safe area. Hotel is in a 500 year old building that has been re-purposed---great rooms and good security. Great shower---American comfort.

Authenticity & Character
see above comment
Location
see above comment
Staff
front desk very accommodating for our group
Cleanliness & Comfort
room and bath very clean
Albergo Posta Marcucci
Bagno Vignoni

Great character in hotel---very comfortable....loved the hot bath pools

Authenticity & Character
old charm feel to hotel lobby and bar. nice rooms, great view
Location
in Tuscany---with real hot bath pools
Staff
we did not feel welcome in the hotel restaurant at dinner. Waiter and (manager?) made us feel a bit not at ease. As if they did not care if we were there. We were late due to travel (drive called ahead and advised hotel). Breakfast staff was much more friendly and accommodating
Cleanliness & Comfort
spa and outdoor water baths/pool
NH Collection Milano President
Milan

in heart of Milano near Duomo and piazza. Very modern, clean, accommodating, Great breakfast. Staff helpful.

Authenticity & Character
its a modern building. Rooms were great, nothing wrong. Americans don't understand Europe shower in bathroom...made a water mess....LOL
Location
near restaurants and duomo piazza
Staff
accommodating and very good english
Cleanliness & Comfort
room, bath, lobby, restaurant bar
Activity Reviews
Exclusive Capri Boat Tour and Blue Grotto by Sorrento
Exclusive Capri Boat Tour and Blue Grotto by Sorrento
Italy

unfortunately weather cancelled this tour

Quality of Experience
Pizza Cooking Class
Pizza Cooking Class
Naples

fun and engaging

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
the pizza guide/instructor was very good
Limoncello Tour & Tasting
Limoncello Tour & Tasting
Amalfi Coast

WOW!!---great experience. Hands on demonstration. Included our group members in the process. Conducted personally by the chef and restaurant owner! Engaging, funny and a fantastic lunch.

Quality of Experience
everything! People, food, view, kindness
Food
WOW!! one of best meals on our entire tour week
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Truly felt like they enjoyed our group being at their establishment
Transport
Roberto
Full Day Tour Amalfi Coast: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello
Full Day Tour Amalfi Coast: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello
Italy

Beautiful area--sadly the weather was not good so the clouds and rain kept much of the beauty hidden

Quality of Experience
Roberto was a great driver/guide
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Roberto was great--engaging and friendly
Transport
due to weather, Roberto scheduled a visit to an olive oil factory--totally on his own and to help our day be filled
Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Amalfi Coast to Naples - Pompeii en Route
Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Amalfi Coast to Naples - Pompeii en Route
Italy

Pompeii is a must see stop. Nancy was our guide--very informative

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Rome in a Day
Explore Rome in a Day
Rome

we saw what we needed to see in Roma. Fantastic guide...loved having headphones (provided) so we could hear the guide throughout the tour in very crowded areas. Our guide took us to a favorite restaurant and we had a great meal w/ her.

Quality of Experience
the guide
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
the transport from one area to another was prompt
Rome walking tour by night
Rome walking tour by night
Rome

Our guide--Faustra (sp??) was extremely knowledgeable and personable. Very good english. Gave us a great tour and insight of Roma within the limited 2-hour tour. We saw places we wanted to see.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Vineyard walk and tasting in Argillae Vineyard  (Mon-Fri)
Vineyard walk and tasting in Argillae Vineyard (Mon-Fri)
Italy

small, family winery. intimate. the owner was our guide ! Very welcoming--great lunch and hospitality!

Quality of Experience
enjoyed the small, intimate atmosphere
Guides, Drivers and Staff
a family member of the winery ownership was our personal guide at the winery!
Transport
got us there on time
Cellars Visits in Chianti Area
Cellars Visits in Chianti Area
Italy

nice tour of a large volume winery

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Valentia--great english, engaging personality--helped us find a great restaurant for lunch
Transport
the guide--Valentina
Lake Como and Bellagio– Full Day Trip from Milan - Shared
Lake Como and Bellagio– Full Day Trip from Milan - Shared
Milan

great guide w Elizabeth. Beautiful boat ride...Bellagio fantastic. Guide took us to her favorite restaurant for lunch---amazing!

Quality of Experience
Beautiful area of Italy---Bellagio is a jewel
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great assistance, patient, informative, appreciative
Transport
its a local train from Milan--be prepared for a slow trip to Como
Local specialist: Jessica Proietti
Jessica
Jessica Proietti
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 27, 2023

Ciao Craig! Thank you very much!

I'm pleased to hear that you appreciated our guides and local representatives. We recognize the significance of having the right guide for each location to ensure you have the opportunity to truly experience the authentic essence of our beautiful country.

Arrivederci, see you soon in Italy!
Jessica & Storywalking Team

Switzerland and Italy: A Journey of Unforgettable Adventures and Enchanting Experiences"
Italy | Oct 3 - Oct 20, 2023

elaine
elaine a.
Australia | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2023
We had the greatest pleasure of embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Switzerland and Italy with Kimkim Travel, and it wouldn't have been the extraordinary adventure it was without the exceptional guidance of our tour guide, Fabio. From the moment we touched down in Zurich to the very last day in Taormina, Fabio's expertise and passion for what he does shone brightly. Fabio's expert assistance in planning our IT from the get-go and all throughout the entire trip, his... Read more

We had the greatest pleasure of embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Switzerland and Italy with Kimkim Travel, and it wouldn't have been the extraordinary adventure it was without the exceptional guidance of our tour guide, Fabio. From the moment we touched down in Zurich to the very last day in Taormina, Fabio's expertise and passion for what he does shone brightly.

Fabio's expert assistance in planning our IT from the get-go and all throughout the entire trip, his attention to detail, as well as his in-depth knowledge of the regions we visited were nothing short of remarkable. His insights into the history, culture, and popular sites to visit made the planning process easy and and added a layer of richness to every place we explored. From the picturesque cities of Zurich and Lucerne to the breathtaking landscapes of Interlaken, Zermatt, and the majestic Mt. Pilatus & Mt Gornegrat, Fabio made sure we not only saw these wonders but truly experienced them. When we needed help at a very short notice to secure a booking for paragliding in Zermatt, Fabio delivered outstandingly! He phoned the hotel in Zermatt and looked for the paragliding company. His careful planning and coordination ensured it went off without a hitch, giving us an adrenaline rush like no other. His attention to detail and safety gave us the confidence to enjoy every second of it. The paragliding experience was one of the unforgettable highlights in our trip - -and Fabio helped make it possible!!

Crossing over to Italy, we marveled at Milan's fashion and culture, the serene & enchanting beauty of Bellagio & Varenna in Como, and the stunning journey aboard the Bernina Express to the magical St. Moritz. Fabio's choice of stops, restaurants, and experiences reflected a deep understanding of what travelers like us truly appreciate.
One commendable thing that Fabio did for us was planning the trip to Lake Como. There were transpo-related changes due to an event that was happening at that time in Lake Como. Fabio informed us straight away and organized alternative ways to get to to Bellagio and Varenna, and even purchased for us the train and ferry tickets in advance, and recommended the restaurant along the way, & the sites that we should visit. Our van driver and tour guide - Paolo - was excellent.
Fabio made sure that nothing would get in the way of our plans to visit the enchanting Lake Como - and he really delivered!

The culmination of our journey was the enchanting island of Sicily. Fabio's expertise in Sicilian culture and history turned our time in Palermo, Taormina, and Catania into an authentic Sicilian experience. His recommendations for local delicacies and hidden gems enriched our adventure even further.

Throughout the trip, Fabio's professionalism, warmth, and enthusiasm made us feel like more than just tourists; we felt like friends exploring the world together.
His commitment to ensuring our journey was not just memorable but extraordinary was evident in every aspect of our trip - - from the train tickets, hotel & airport transfers to the hotels and restaurants.

All in all - Fabio's dedication, knowledge, flexibility and charismatic personality made this holiday in Switzerland and Italy an unforgettable and fabulous experience. We can't thank him enough for the cherished memories that we have built and bottled up in these incredible destinations.

On another note, we would like to give our feedback as well on a few things that can be done differently next time.
1. All the hotels that we stayed in were excellent. However, the choice of hotels in Zurich in Milan can be improved, in terms of quality and location. The hotel in Zurich did not have A/C, so it was not very comfortable at night due to the warm temperature. The hotel in Milan was not really centrally located so it was not that easy to go to the Milan center. We would always prefer a location close to the main public transpo.
2. In terms of planning the train schedules - it would be better next time if the gap between the time - especially for connecting train trips - should be sufficient enough to avoid undue stress. For example - the train schedule from Zermatt to Milan was too tight in terms of the lead time in between each transfer. Specifically the time gap between the train from Brig to Milan was just 7 minutes!! And the platforms were quite far from each other. We had to literally run - with all our heavy luggage - from Platform 4 to Platform 11 (if I remember correctly). That was very stressful & exhausting.
It would be better to plan the train trips in such way that there is enough time in between to get to the next platform without rushing too much, and to give allowance to delays (e.g: if the 1st train is delayed, then it will affect the subsequent trips).

Those are just the 2 things that we thought we would mention to further improve the planning process in the future.

In sum - if you're planning a trip with Kimkim Travel, make sure you request Fabio as your guide - he truly goes above and beyond to make your adventure extraordinary. Grazie mille, Fabio! Ti apprezziamo molto :)!

Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Oct 25, 2023
Ciao Elaine! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a fantastic review. It's so wonderful to hear about the incredible journey you had through Switzerland and Italy. Your kind words and appreciation mean a lot to me, and I'm thrilled that I could assist you in planning your unforgettable journey through Switzerland and Italy. Your detailed feedback about the trip and your constructive suggestions are invaluable. We take every comment seriously and will use it to enhance our... Read more

Ciao Elaine!

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a fantastic review. It's so wonderful to hear about the incredible journey you had through Switzerland and Italy. Your kind words and appreciation mean a lot to me, and I'm thrilled that I could assist you in planning your unforgettable journey through Switzerland and Italy.

Your detailed feedback about the trip and your constructive suggestions are invaluable. We take every comment seriously and will use it to enhance our future planning processes.

Once again, thanks so much and I am looking forward to assisting you on your next travel adventures!

A presto! 🙂🙂

A glorious trip to Italy thanks to Emi and Francesco!
Italy | Oct 7 - Oct 22, 2023

Sean
Sean O.
Allentown, PA | Reviewed on Oct 24, 2023
My wife and I just returned from a 16-day trip to Italy, which was arranged through KimKim and their local travel affiliate, Meet & Greet, Italia. Highlights included Venice, Florence, Assisi, Orvieto, Rome, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast region, and Pompeii. Thi trip was the first opportunity for my wife to experience the beautiful country, and for me, a special return after 40 years, when I lived in Rome for a year as an architecture student. Celebrating a special anniversary, l... Read more

My wife and I just returned from a 16-day trip to Italy, which was arranged through KimKim and their local travel affiliate, Meet & Greet, Italia. Highlights included Venice, Florence, Assisi, Orvieto, Rome, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast region, and Pompeii. Thi trip was the first opportunity for my wife to experience the beautiful country, and for me, a special return after 40 years, when I lived in Rome for a year as an architecture student. Celebrating a special anniversary, l already had a good idea of the special regions and towns that would offer my wife a great sense of Italy’s beauty and ultimately enhance our romantic getaway. Working with Emi at KimKim hi later her business associate, Francesco, I could not have been happier with they expertise, courteous and friendly accommodations, and tremendous service over the course of 8 months, especially in our final weeks leading up to our departure. Emi continuously went out of her way to address my questions, concerns and/or changing itinerary priorities, in the most professional way. I never had to wait more than a day for updated responses / itinerary changes, and most times the response was immediate. Francesco’s efforts were equally impressive, including real-time updates to our online itinerary, which kept my mind at ease before and during the trip. Both Emi and Francesco were accommodating to our own requests, including one request to change our hotel in Sorrento, after reading FB posts from customers who were being relocated due to hotel renovations underway. They also changed a scheduled boat tour of the Amalfi coast to a driving tour at my request. In both cases, their accommodation was a huge help, especially when we confirmed the ongoing issues with the hotel, and realized that the original boat tour would have been canceled that day due to high winds. So Emi and Francesco planned the perfect getaway and the memories will last a lifetime! I highly recommend KimKim, especially Emi and Francesco for a beautiful taste of Italy!!

Local specialist: Emi Carletti
Emi
Emi Carletti
Local specialist in Rome | Replied on Oct 25, 2023
Dear Julie and Sean, We wanted to express our heartfelt gratitude for the wonderful review you wrote about the trip to Italy that we had the pleasure of planning for you guys. Your kind words have truly brightened our day, and we are thrilled to hear that you both had such a fantastic experience. Your satisfaction and enjoyment of the trip mean the world to us, and it's incredibly rewarding to know that I was able to contribute to the special memories you created during your anniversary... Read more

Dear Julie and Sean,

We wanted to express our heartfelt gratitude for the wonderful review you wrote about the trip to Italy that we had the pleasure of planning for you guys. Your kind words have truly brightened our day, and we are thrilled to hear that you both had such a fantastic experience.

Your satisfaction and enjoyment of the trip mean the world to us, and it's incredibly rewarding to know that I was able to contribute to the special memories you created during your anniversary celebration. It was a pleasure to be a part of this journey with you.

Your feedback and appreciation motivate me to continue providing the best service possible to all our clients. If you ever decide to explore new Italian destinations or plan another adventure, please don't hesitate to reach out. I'd be delighted to assist you once again.

Thank you for entrusting us with your travel plans and for taking the time to share your positive experience. Your review is not just a reflection of our work but also an inspiration to keep delivering exceptional travel experiences to all our clients.

Wishing you and Julie many more joyous moments and unforgettable adventures together.
Grazie mille!

Warm regards,

Emi and Francesco

I love Sorrento It was beautiful. I wished we...
Italy | Oct 14 - Oct 23, 2023

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cindy j.
Westfield, IN | Reviewed on Oct 24, 2023
I love Sorrento It was beautiful. I wished we could of gone to Capri and Blue Grotto but that means we can come back! Enjoyed Tuscany like to go back there and spend more time there. Loved the Roman Ruins and all the history in Rome.
enjoyed Pompei too.! The Amalfi coast was beautiful it rained but enjoy the limoncello tasting.
The hotels were great too! The Sorrento,Tuscany and Milano Hotels.
The guides were great!
Roberto
Susanna
Valenta
Nancy
Elizabeth
Foucha
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I love Sorrento It was beautiful. I wished we could of gone to Capri and Blue Grotto but that means we can come back! Enjoyed Tuscany like to go back there and spend more time there. Loved the Roman Ruins and all the history in Rome.
enjoyed Pompei too.! The Amalfi coast was beautiful it rained but enjoy the limoncello tasting.
The hotels were great too! The Sorrento,Tuscany and Milano Hotels.

The guides were great!
Roberto
Susanna
Valenta
Nancy
Elizabeth
Foucha
Barbara
We will be using Kim Kim again !
It was also nice having the drivers.

Thank you again for an AWESOME vacation!

Cindy Johnston

Hotel Reviews
Palazzo Salgar
Naples

It was ok .

Authenticity & Character
Not sure
Location
Find somewhere you can walk. We had to take cabs where we wanted to go.
Staff
Nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was clean and comfy.
Hotel Conca Park 4* Sorrento
Sorrento

This was my favorite hotel. It had a beautiful scenery and very welcoming.

Authenticity & Character
Just beautiful !
Location
You could walk everywhere.
Staff
Very nice.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable.
Tree Charme Parliament Boutique Hotel & Bistrot
Rome

It was ok very hard to get to with our bags.

Authenticity & Character
Location
You could walk everywhere.
Staff
Very nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was very comfy
Albergo Posta Marcucci
Bagno Vignoni

Hotel was very Quaint.I wish we could of had another day there.

Authenticity & Character
Loved it
Location
It had a beautiful setting!
Staff
They were not too welcoming in the restaurant
Cleanliness & Comfort
very good
Star Hotel Rosa Grand
Milan

Loved it!

Authenticity & Character
Location
You could walk everywhere.
Staff
Very nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beautiful
Activity Reviews
Pizza Cooking Class
Pizza Cooking Class
Naples

It was alot

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Had to take a cab
Full Day Tour Amalfi Coast: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello
Full Day Tour Amalfi Coast: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello
Italy

Even though it rained. It was great.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Awesome
Transport
Roberto talked about the history.
Limoncello Tour & Tasting
Limoncello Tour & Tasting
Amalfi Coast

This was great had so much fun!

Quality of Experience
Great
Food
Amazing
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Roberto was great.
Transport
Great
Explore Pompeii Walking Tour
Explore Pompeii Walking Tour
Italy

Loved it!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nancy was great!
Transport
Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Amalfi Coast to Naples - Pompeii en Route
Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Amalfi Coast to Naples - Pompeii en Route
Italy

Everything was great.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Roberto was great and very informative.
Transport
Loved having Roberto
Explore Rome in a Day
Explore Rome in a Day
Rome

It was great. Enjoyed every minute.

Quality of Experience
Perfect
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Susannah was wonderful
Transport
Rome walking tour by night
Rome walking tour by night
Rome

Very good. Loved to hear about the history.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very good
Transport
Vineyard walk and tasting in Argillae Vineyard  (Mon-Fri)
Vineyard walk and tasting in Argillae Vineyard (Mon-Fri)
Italy

Very informative

Quality of Experience
Everyone was very nice
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cellars Visits in Chianti Area
Cellars Visits in Chianti Area
Italy

Beautiful place

Quality of Experience
Great
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Valetina was great
Transport
Yes
Lake Como and Bellagio– Full Day Trip from Milan - Shared
Lake Como and Bellagio– Full Day Trip from Milan - Shared
Milan

Loved the trip

Quality of Experience
Beautiful
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Elizabeth was great!
Transport
Very easy
Express Milan Duomo Tour with Terrace Access
Express Milan Duomo Tour with Terrace Access
Milan

Barbara

Local specialist: Jessica Proietti
Jessica
Jessica Proietti
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 27, 2023

Ciao Cindy!

Thank you for taking time in reviewing us.
Italy is renowned for its Roman ruins and the Mediterranean Diet, with limoncello being a definite highlight. We always incorporate cultural and culinary destinations into our tours, and with the guidance of our Storywalking knowledgeable guide, you can gain a deeper understanding of the history behind these treasures.

Arrivederci! Ciao :)
Jessica & Storywalking Team

Our Trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
Italy | Oct 9 - Oct 16, 2023

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Marie N.
South Old Bridge, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 24, 2023
Dear Maria
I can honestly say that Italy is an amazing place to visit. The three guided tours, the first in Sorrento and the second and third in Rome, were so interesting and I can't say enough about the guides you assigned to us. Our 8-hr Amalfi Coast/Positano tour was so beautiful and our guide explained everything to us and helped us understand the history of this awesome countryside. Not to mention he entertained us with his singing and his colorful personality.
In Rome, our... Read more

Dear Maria
I can honestly say that Italy is an amazing place to visit. The three guided tours, the first in Sorrento and the second and third in Rome, were so interesting and I can't say enough about the guides you assigned to us. Our 8-hr Amalfi Coast/Positano tour was so beautiful and our guide explained everything to us and helped us understand the history of this awesome countryside. Not to mention he entertained us with his singing and his colorful personality.

In Rome, our experience with Laura who explained the history of the ancient Colosseum in such a passionate way was amazing. She related facts to us that amazed us and we came away from the Colosseum with a better understanding of life back then. All this despite the fact that she was feeling poorly and we hope she has recovered.

And of course our tour with Tiziana (not sure of the spelling) of the Vatican and St. Peters was truly magical and inspirational. Her knowledge of the history and her manner of imparting all this amazing history was so appreciated.
All in all, this trip created memories that will be with us for a long time to come.

Our only issue was that I wished you would have suggested flying one way to Naples to see the Amalfi coast and Positano and then go to Rome and leave to come home from Rome. While it would have involved two one-way flights, it would have been less tiresome, especially the first leg of the trip when we arrived in Rome and were then brought to the train station (which was very crowded and confusing), and then the so-called "high speed" ride to Sorrento which was one hour late in leaving and was anything but high speed.

I am sure Lori and Lisa will agree that we created memories that will last a lifetime. Perhaps our next trip will include more of Italy. I want to thank you for your suggestions and for helping make our trip so beautiful.

Local specialist: Maria Grazia Rubino
Maria Grazia
Maria Grazia Rubino
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 27, 2023
Dear Marie,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your travel experience you had with my Storywalking team.
We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience, and we truly appreciate your kind words.
We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed your tours in both Rome and Sorrento and that our guides were able to provide you with valuable insights into the history and culture of these remarkable places.
Your input is invaluable in helping us improve our services, and we will...
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Dear Marie,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your travel experience you had with my Storywalking team.
We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience, and we truly appreciate your kind words.
We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed your tours in both Rome and Sorrento and that our guides were able to provide you with valuable insights into the history and culture of these remarkable places.
Your input is invaluable in helping us improve our services, and we will certainly consider your suggestion for future travelers.
Creating lasting memories for our clients is always our goal, and we're thrilled to hear that your trip to Italy left a deep and lasting impression on you. It would be our pleasure to assist you in planning your next adventure in Italy, and we look forward to helping you create even more unforgettable experiences.
I wish you all the best,
Maria Grazia

Our first trip to Sicilia - Taormina and Orti...
Italy | Oct 3 - Oct 10, 2023

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Jill A.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Oct 23, 2023
Our first trip to Sicilia - Taormina and Ortigia/Siracusa - was wonderful because of the planning from Arianna and the Storywalking team! Arianna listened to our feedback and planned a trip that balanced some guided tours and a lot of free time. She shared detailed suggestions on site seeing and places to visit in the free time, so we always had ideas on how to spend our time. We aren't really big on lots of tours, so she created an itinerary that incorporated a few planned activities... Read more

Our first trip to Sicilia - Taormina and Ortigia/Siracusa - was wonderful because of the planning from Arianna and the Storywalking team! Arianna listened to our feedback and planned a trip that balanced some guided tours and a lot of free time. She shared detailed suggestions on site seeing and places to visit in the free time, so we always had ideas on how to spend our time. We aren't really big on lots of tours, so she created an itinerary that incorporated a few planned activities including Mt. Etna/wine tasting, a boat excursion and a cooking class. The only one we didn't love was the cooking class, but in general we had a great time with the other tours and just wandering around the cities eating amazing food.

The access to the app and Barbara and Jessica once we were in Sicily was a game changer. They were extremely responsive, problem solved our minor issues very quickly (mostly about directions and meeting the guides). It was so helpful to know there was a person we could reach if needed. Luckily the upfront planning and information from Arianna was enough, but in the moments of immediate need Barbara and Jessica were right there to help.

I'd definitely recommend Storywalking and KimKim for trip planning! Grazie mille!

Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 24, 2023

Dear Jill, I'd like to thank you for this review, it makes my heart warm reading about your satisfaction in your first trip to Sicily, and certainly not the last in Italy ;)
Knowing that you appreciated the selected accommodations, tours and helpful on-the-ground support resulting in a stress-free and enjoyable holiday, makes me very happy.
My team and I will look forward to welcome you back! Ciao ciao!

Wonderful trip, we had a great time.
Italy | Oct 13 - Oct 20, 2023

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Nicholas S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 23, 2023
Wonderful trip, Vincenzo did a phenomenal job organizing and making sure that we were comfortable and got to explore what we wanted to. The only issue we came across was trying to drive in Palermo. We didn't expect it to be as stressful as it was but we could have prepared better or looked into other options. Palermo is a beautiful city but we would not recommend trying to drive in it if you are not accustomed to driving in a city like that. Wonderful trip overall, everywhere we went... Read more

Wonderful trip, Vincenzo did a phenomenal job organizing and making sure that we were comfortable and got to explore what we wanted to.

The only issue we came across was trying to drive in Palermo. We didn't expect it to be as stressful as it was but we could have prepared better or looked into other options. Palermo is a beautiful city but we would not recommend trying to drive in it if you are not accustomed to driving in a city like that.

Wonderful trip overall, everywhere we went was beautiful.

Activity Reviews
Day trip to Zingaro Natural Reserve, Scopello and San Vito lo Capo
Day trip to Zingaro Natural Reserve, Scopello and San Vito lo Capo
Palermo
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Wine Tasting in Mount Etna
Wine Tasting in Mount Etna
Italy
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Boat tour of Isola Bella
Boat tour of Isola Bella
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mount Etna Tour
Mount Etna Tour
Italy

Our tour guide was wonderful and the whole excursion was great

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Vincenzo Granato
Vincenzo
Vincenzo Granato
Local specialist in Milan | Replied on Oct 24, 2023
Hi Amy and Nicholas, thank you very much for your review. It was a pleasure to organize this great trip to Sicily for you and I am super happy how the communication with you was so smooth and efficient. You are welcome! As I had advised, driving in Sicily can be complicated, especially in Palermo and this is the reason why we usually suggest travelers take our comfortable private transfers that release you from any stress. However, everything went well, and I can assure you that if you were... Read more

Hi Amy and Nicholas, thank you very much for your review. It was a pleasure to organize this great trip to Sicily for you and I am super happy how the communication with you was so smooth and efficient. You are welcome!

As I had advised, driving in Sicily can be complicated, especially in Palermo and this is the reason why we usually suggest travelers take our comfortable private transfers that release you from any stress. However, everything went well, and I can assure you that if you were able to drive in Palermo you would be a pilot anywhere else in the World.

I hope to see you next time again and that you will contact me in the future for your next trip to Italy since we love it when we allow our travelers to explore the most authentic aspects of our beautiful country.

It was a pleasure!
Greetings from the Authenticus Italy Team.

Vincenzo

Our trip was wonderful! It was exactly what w...
Italy | Oct 6 - Oct 14, 2023

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Christin S.
Athens, GA | Reviewed on Oct 21, 2023
Our trip was wonderful! It was exactly what we were looking for. Everything was planned for us each day and we have no worry or stress about transportation or waiting in lines. Highly recommend Eleni for all of your Italy trip planning. It will be a vacation you remember forever! Thank you Eleni! Read more

Our trip was wonderful! It was exactly what we were looking for. Everything was planned for us each day and we have no worry or stress about transportation or waiting in lines. Highly recommend Eleni for all of your Italy trip planning. It will be a vacation you remember forever! Thank you Eleni!

Hotel Reviews
Palazzo Alabardieri
Naples

This hotel is fabulous! We stayed two nights here and were more than pleased! We had an early morning and ordered room service for our breakfast meal. It was delivered exactly at the requested time and was delicious. The morning we left for the airport, they had breakfast boxed and waiting to send us. Staff was extremely helpful! Very good experience!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Orto De' Medici
Florence

We stayed three nights in this hotel and were very pleased. The staff was helpful and the rooms were very spacious and clean. We were in a corner room with a balcony and it was wonderful to be able to sit outside in the evenings or leave the door open to enjoy the breeze. Highly recommend!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Capo d'Africa—Colosseo
Rome

We stayed one night in this hotel after flying into Rome. It was very nice and clean. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They assisted in getting us dinner reservations and it happened to be the most amazing meal we had on our entire 9 day trip! Highly recommend!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Art Hotel Commercianti
Bologna

We stayed two nights here in October and it was lovely! The uniqueness of this hotel really has a special feel. Also the location could not have been better. There was an issue with our air conditioner, however staff was quick to assist us and help to make us comfortable!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Tuscany Day Trip from Florence with Chianti, Siena & San Gimignano
Tuscany Day Trip from Florence with Chianti, Siena & San Gimignano
Florence

This trip was a very busy day! Siena was a very quick walking tour due to an accident on the freeway that required us to take the long way around the our lunch in Chianti. The lunch was a winery and it was amazing! The last stop was San Gimignano. Our guide, Sandra, was very knowledgeable and gave us great information!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Private Pompeii Tour & Mount Vesuvius visit with lunch and wine tasting
Private Pompeii Tour & Mount Vesuvius visit with lunch and wine tasting
Pompeii

This was an adventure filled day! Our tour guide Giuseppe was wonderful! He was very knowledgeable about Pompei and was able to lead us through Pompei without getting stuck in any large crowds. Next we went to Mt Vesuvius where we hiked to the top of the crater! The view is amazing! Lastly we had a wine tasting at Cantina de Vesuvio. Both the lunch and the wine were spectacular!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Naples Street Food Tour
Naples Street Food Tour
Naples

This was out favorite tour of our entire trip. Maria was our tour guide and she was amazing. There was never a dull moment and she ensured that we saw everything we were interested in. The food choices she made for us per our preference and expectations were right on point. We sampled pastries, fried pasta, fried pizza... just to name a few. We ended our tour of The Chapel of San Gennaro. Maria shared the entire history of San Gennaro and explained the meaning and ritual behind everything in the chapel. She was so informative and truly excited to share this experience with us!

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Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence
Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence
Florence

This tour was wonderful! We had a blast with our tour guides Marco and Ellenora. Viewing the villages of Cinque Terre by boat was amazing. The view was spectacular. We had lunch at a local restaurant in Venazza and the pesto was to die for! We hiked up the hillside to get a better view point and were able to take some amazing pictures!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Food, Music & Culture Day Trip
Food, Music & Culture Day Trip
Italy

We adored this tour. We started at the acetaia and learned all about the production of balsamic vinegar. The tasting was a wonderful experience, as was the tour itself. Then we moved on to tour Casa Museo Luciano Pavarotti. My husband and I being very into the musical arts, we very much enjoyed this tour. The self guided tour with the headset was perfect and allowed you to tour at your own speed. Next was lunch at an amazing little restaurant not far from Pavarotti's home. There was a table for two set for us on arrival and the services was amazing. The food even better. We finished the day with a trip to the Ferrari museum. This was my husband's favorite portion of the trip! Overall it was a wonderful day!

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Local specialist: Eleni Fotiou
Eleni
Eleni Fotiou
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Oct 22, 2023

Christin, I would like to sincerely thank you for your warm words!
I know you were anticipating this special trip for long, so it is even more important for me that everything went great! I am looking forward to welcoming you again in Greece this time and meet you and your family in person.
All the best, Eleni.

Amazing trip to Tuscany
Italy | Oct 7 - Oct 14, 2023

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Deb B.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Oct 19, 2023
The kids really enjoyed the Florence city tours, the Artisan Workshop tour was great, and the hotel was good. All the restaurants throughout the trip that we used KimKim recommendations for were great! Our Montepulciano driver was amazing, as was the winery and truffle hunt. I would not recommend the Dimora nel Corso hotel.
The hotel was good in Rome.
We would definitely book through Kim Kim again. Lorenzo is awesome. Thank you. Read more

The kids really enjoyed the Florence city tours, the Artisan Workshop tour was great, and the hotel was good. All the restaurants throughout the trip that we used KimKim recommendations for were great!

Our Montepulciano driver was amazing, as was the winery and truffle hunt. I would not recommend the Dimora nel Corso hotel.
The hotel was good in Rome.

We would definitely book through Kim Kim again. Lorenzo is awesome. Thank you.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Raffaello
Roma

Hotel Raffaello in Rome was good. It met our expectations of a three-star hotel.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco
Florence

Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco was great. We didn't want any luxury as we needed to get three rooms for the kids, and this hotel met our expectations.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Cheese farm visit and tasting in Pienza area
Cheese farm visit and tasting in Pienza area
Italy

The cheese farm visit and tasting was okay. It was interesting, but not as engaging as the other activities. The farm was crowded that day, and we didn't get to see the vegetable gardens. The tasting was great, but overall, it wasn't a highlight.

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Truffle Hunt and Cooking Class in Tuscany Countryside
Truffle Hunt and Cooking Class in Tuscany Countryside
Italy

The truffle hunt and cooking class was a definite highlight. The family running the farm were warm and friendly. The dog was great, and the pasta we made was delicious. We had a beautiful lunch on the terrace with a stunning countryside view. It was a lot of fun.

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Oltrarno Artisan workshops guided walk (private guide)
Oltrarno Artisan workshops guided walk (private guide)
Florence

The Oltrarno Artisan workshops guided walk was a standout experience. It was less touristy and gave us a unique look into the local culture. We really enjoyed this.

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Florence bike tour (small group)
Florence bike tour (small group)
Florence

The Florence bike tour was a unique and fun way to explore the city. My kids were able to see many sights that we wouldn't have found on our own.

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Florence private guided walk
Florence private guided walk
Florence

The private guided walk through Florence was a great experience. I wasn't able to make it but my kids enjoyed exploring the city with our guide and learned so much about its rich history.

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Local specialist: Lorenza Cannarsa