Kimkim Trip Reviews for Italy

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18 days in Northern Italy. Amazing!
Italy | Jun 28 - Jul 16, 2024

Anthony
Anthony A.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 22, 2024
We truly had such an incredible trip. Thank you to our specialist, Lorenza, for packaging up such an amazing trip! We started our trip in Milano. We only had a day and a half there, but we were able to see the duomo and shop/eat in the Galleria. The hotel? It was okay and nicely located but the owner of the hotel is not nice. Our next stop was Siena, as we really wanted to see the Palio. Lorenza arranged a rental car so we could drive to Siena. Siena is such a beautiful, medieval... Read more

We truly had such an incredible trip. Thank you to our specialist, Lorenza, for packaging up such an amazing trip!

We started our trip in Milano. We only had a day and a half there, but we were able to see the duomo and shop/eat in the Galleria. The hotel? It was okay and nicely located but the owner of the hotel is not nice.

Our next stop was Siena, as we really wanted to see the Palio. Lorenza arranged a rental car so we could drive to Siena. Siena is such a beautiful, medieval town and the place was hopping since the Palio was happening. We were going to go to the actual race on July 2nd but we didn't get back into town in time. And luckily we didn't. (You have to stand in the sun for 4 to 5 hours the day of the race). After 3 false starts, it started to rain and the race was called off! It didn't happen for another 2 days. We had a nice tour of the town with our guide, Barbara. And we toured a cheese farm outside of Pienza where we had a cheese and wine tasting. It was gorgeous there and the experience was incredible. We stayed at the Hotel Athena within the walls of the town. It was a very nice hotel with very accommodating staff. It was on the edge of town so it wasn't so crazy around the town....and luckily they had parking!

Next stop was Firenze (Florence). We stayed at a very cool (and a little creepy) hotel called Garibaldi Blu. It was in a great location where we could base out of for 4 nights. We had a guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery with our guide, Lucia, who also happened to be our guide for our food tour the next evening. Everything about Florence was stunning. I'm glad we dropped off our rental car in Florence before checking in to the hotel. Florence is NOT a city you want to be driving in!

From Florence we were supposed to take a train to Manarola in the Chinque Terre region. On the day we were scheduled to leave Florence, there was a scheduled train strike in Italy. Lorenza was on top of it and hired us a private transport to Chinque Terre. (Thank you, Lorenza!!). Manarola is a very cute town in the Chinque Terre region and we stayed at this cool little boutique hotel call Marina Piccola (small marina). When we opened our window we were looking at the Mediterranean Sea. Beautiful! We explored 4 of the 5 towns, including a challenging 6 mile hike from Corniglia to Monterroso al Mare. When we arrived in Monterroso we headed straight for the beach. We rented chairs and an umbrella, bought a bottle of white wine from the region, and ended up meeting some really fun people from the US. Lorenza arranged a 2-hour kayak trip that was really fun. When we got back we ended up eating lunch at a little restaurant right on the beach. Mixed salad, bruschetta, and an amazing pesto dish!

We took a train out of Manarola to Genova (Genoa) and stayed at yet another super cool hotel, Hotel Melia. We had a really fun (and fiilling) food tour in Genova with our guide, Valentina. The tour was over 3 hours long and we ate, drank, and learned a lot about Genova. The hotel had a room that had an indoor pool, Turkish bath, tropical shower, and regular shower. You had to make reservations in advance as the capacity was limted to 4 people. It was SO cool!

We traveled by train from Genova back to Milan where we met our driver, who took us to Bellagio on Lake Como. What a way to end the trip. We had a top floor, corner room at the Florence Hotel. Floor to ceiling doors opened up on to small balconies overlooking the lake. We had a private tour with a guide, Robbie, where we took a boat over to Villa Carlotta (beautiful gardens), then over to Varenna, where we had a nice lunch. We visited the gardens at Villa Melzi, and on our last night we went back to Villa Melzi and watched a men's chorale group perform outdoors on their 60th anniversary.

Unfortunately it was back to Milan for 1 night before we flew home. Such a beautiful trip so such a beautiful country. I can't believe I am half Italian and this was my first time there. We will definitely be back. Thank you to Lorenza for such an incredible itinerary with incredible accommodations. Couldn't have done it without her!

Local specialist: Lorenza Cannarsa

Dolomites
Italy | Jul 7 - Jul 12, 2024

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Mark J.
Belgium | Reviewed on Jul 21, 2024

Although there were some large gaps in communication during planning and reservation making, Thomas put together a great itinerary for us. We had an amazing trek through two parks in the Dolomites.

Local specialist: Thomas Bringuy

A Full Service Experience
Italy | Jul 3 - Jul 12, 2024

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Evan H.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2024
Normally I don't write reviews, but I felt that the service I received made my trip 100% more enjoyable. Starting with the planning of the trip, Andrea was really easy to work with. We went over our price range, the ideal trip (walking tours, food tours, both smaller and larger cities, incorporating some relaxation, experiencing true Italian experiences). We booked 4-5 months in advance of our trip. The booklet we received that outlined the trip had all the details, and went over where to... Read more

Normally I don't write reviews, but I felt that the service I received made my trip 100% more enjoyable.

Starting with the planning of the trip, Andrea was really easy to work with. We went over our price range, the ideal trip (walking tours, food tours, both smaller and larger cities, incorporating some relaxation, experiencing true Italian experiences). We booked 4-5 months in advance of our trip. The booklet we received that outlined the trip had all the details, and went over where to meet each guide at what time, and how long it would take. It had every train, event, and other travel tickets were provided timely. Every hotel they booked was in a really good location in our opinion. Every guide was great and would text us the day before letting us know who they were and where to expect to meet them. The most important aspect of the trip was how they handled our transportation issues that arose.

During our trip, the Italian train companies went on strike midway through our trip. The team at Kimkim communicated that this was going to be an issue the minute they knew and went to work on finding a solution. Within 24 hours they had booked a private transport service that would take us away from the regional trains and booked us on a different train in a different city that was hopefully guaranteed. Everything ended up working out great, the train they booked was not cancelled, and they stayed in constant communication with us the entire time. It truly felt that we were not alone and allowed my wife and I to enjoy our honeymoon instead of stressing about this issue. I will definitely be using Kimkim in the future and recommend their services to any individual.

Local specialist: Andrea Gambino
Andrea
Andrea Gambino
Local specialist in Turin, Italy | Replied on Jul 19, 2024

Hi Evan,
thank you so much for your words of appreciation. It was a pleasure working with you and we are happy to assist you for any future trip.

I cannot recommend KimKim and Melanie enough!...
Italy | Jun 15 - Jun 26, 2024

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Dawn S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2024
I cannot recommend KimKim and Melanie enough!!! From our private transportation to our guided tours, everything went smoothly and we learned a lot about Italy and all of it's rich history and beauty!!! Read more

I cannot recommend KimKim and Melanie enough!!! From our private transportation to our guided tours, everything went smoothly and we learned a lot about Italy and all of it's rich history and beauty!!!

Activity Reviews
Best of Tuscany
Best of Tuscany
Italy

Rhonda spent the entire day with us with stops in Siena and San Gimignano!! She was very knowledgeable and very professional!

Lake Como Boat tour
Lake Como Boat tour
Lake Como

Massimo was our boat captain!! He showed us all the sights!!! He was wonderful!! Definitely 5 stars!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Historical Rome walking tour and Colosseum guided Tour
Historical Rome walking tour and Colosseum guided Tour
Rome
Vatican & Sistine Chapel Tour
Vatican & Sistine Chapel Tour
Rome
Amalfi coast boat tour
Amalfi coast boat tour
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Melanie Rapuano
Melanie
Melanie Rapuano
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Jul 18, 2024

Hi Dawn,
thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review! I'm so pleased you had a lovely time and everything went as planned!
Making family memories is what it's all about, even more so when you get to experience places in a little more detail.

I'm pleased you enjoyed our drivers and guides, I will be sure to pass this on to them too.

Thanks again for booking with me and I look forward to your next trip!

Melanie

Milan was Amazing thanks to Melanie
Italy | Jul 3 - Jul 10, 2024

Amy
Amy C.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2024
KimKim travel helped put togethet an itinerary just right. We wanted to manage to our budget and have experiences beyond sight seeing. Melanie help us achieve that. The hotel was situated perfectly and wr has a wonderful time. Read more

KimKim travel helped put togethet an itinerary just right. We wanted to manage to our budget and have experiences beyond sight seeing. Melanie help us achieve that. The hotel was situated perfectly and wr has a wonderful time.

Hotel Review
43 Station Hotel
Milan

The staff were so helpful. Breakfast was fantastic. And the staff recommended 2 restaurants both perfect and not expensive.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Breakfast is great, rooms comfortable, staff friendly and helpful
Activity Reviews
Street Food Tour
Street Food Tour
Milan

A wonderful way to see the parts of the city and exolire foods. Our guide Marco made it feel like we were on an afternoon walk with a foidie friend taking us to his favourite spots. The balsamic tour and tasting started us off, but every stop was a highlight.

Quality of Experience
Food
Almost everything but especially tasting some things were would have missed on our own
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Friendly guide, easy peace, interesting stops
Transport
Easy meeting point to get.
Gelato and Pizza Making class in Milan
Gelato and Pizza Making class in Milan
Milan

What a great experience. The class wad fun and well paced. Thete were all levels of experience but the chef kept us all engaged. We made and ate our pizzas, had sip of wine while he talked about gelato, then made our own cones and finished by saviuring fresh made gelato w toppings we chose. Plus! The location is an amaxing foodhall that we visited the next day. This is a do not skip.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We could walk from the hotel
Local specialist: Melanie Rapuano
Melanie
Melanie Rapuano
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Jul 18, 2024

Hi Amy,

thank you so much for your lovely review, you definitely did enjoy Milan and managed to enjoy some delicious lovely food.
Thanks again for booking with me, it was a pleasure from start to finish, and I look forward to your next trip to Italy, maybe come and visit me on the Amalfi Coast!!

Grazie e a presto,
Melanie

KimKim made our first European adventure a breeze! Amazing service!!!
Italy | Jul 4 - Jul 13, 2024

Nate
Nate V.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2024
I can't speak highly enough about KimKim and their entire team. Our family just returned from an incredible 10 day journey to Italy and we could not have made it all possible without Arianna's amazing planning and Barbara's constant logistical support once we were there. Arianna worked tirelessly in helping us to plan the perfect trip for our crew of 5 (ranging from 10-48 years). We started in Venice (2d) where we had an exceptional guide named Sarah, then moved on to Lake Como (2d) where... Read more

I can't speak highly enough about KimKim and their entire team. Our family just returned from an incredible 10 day journey to Italy and we could not have made it all possible without Arianna's amazing planning and Barbara's constant logistical support once we were there. Arianna worked tirelessly in helping us to plan the perfect trip for our crew of 5 (ranging from 10-48 years). We started in Venice (2d) where we had an exceptional guide named Sarah, then moved on to Lake Como (2d) where Barbara helped us figure out how to work around the only rain we had on the trip, allowing us to catch a later tour with Paulo, our wonderful captain. Our next stop was Cinque Terre, (3d) which was beautiful beyond words and our collective family favorite. We ended our trip in the "Eternal City" of Rome (2d), where we were fortunate enough to have Gioia lead us through both the Coliseum and the Vatican. We were all blown away at the amazing beauty and diverse attractions Italy has to offer! My wife and I were especially impressed with the AXIUS app we had access to. It kept us perfectly organized and in constant contact with Barbara, should we need ANYTHING during our stay. Every time, meeting point, document, ticket, hotel, and transportation detail was accounted for and accessible within seconds. Would definitely use KimKim again and recommend to friends/family. Thanks you!!!

Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Jul 18, 2024
Ciao Nate,
Thank you so much for this detailed and positive review!
We're delighted to hear that your first Italian, and European, trip was outstanding overall. It gives us great joy to know that our local guides have provided you with excellent services and have contributed in the creation of beautiful memories for all your family. We take pride in choosing partners who love what they do.
We look forward to helping you plan your next adventure, to continue the exploration of other stunning...
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Ciao Nate,
Thank you so much for this detailed and positive review!
We're delighted to hear that your first Italian, and European, trip was outstanding overall. It gives us great joy to know that our local guides have provided you with excellent services and have contributed in the creation of beautiful memories for all your family. We take pride in choosing partners who love what they do.
We look forward to helping you plan your next adventure, to continue the exploration of other stunning corners of our beautiful Italia :) On behalf of the whole Storywalking Team, thank you again for choosing us and arrivederci!

We had a fabulous intergenerational vacation ...
Italy | Jun 30 - Jul 9, 2024

Lana
Lana S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 16, 2024
We had a fabulous intergenerational vacation to Italy. Eleonora could not have planned a better trip for us. She took care of all the details and chose excellent places for us to stay. One of us needed wheelchair assistance and Eleonora rented us a wheelchair that we picked up at our hotel in Rome and left in our hotel in Milan. Thank you! Every driver was on time and every tour guide in exactly the right spot at the right time. Sarah in Pienza and Eleana in Florence were amazing and so... Read more

We had a fabulous intergenerational vacation to Italy. Eleonora could not have planned a better trip for us. She took care of all the details and chose excellent places for us to stay. One of us needed wheelchair assistance and Eleonora rented us a wheelchair that we picked up at our hotel in Rome and left in our hotel in Milan. Thank you! Every driver was on time and every tour guide in exactly the right spot at the right time. Sarah in Pienza and Eleana in Florence were amazing and so knowledgeable as were all of our other tour guides. Our stay in Tuscany was out of the movies. We had a family pesto making class and have already made it back in the states. Eleonora checked in on us throughout our trip and even managed to get coats back to us that we left in one of the cars. I highly recommend Kim Kim and Eleonora. Thank you for the perfect memorable vacation in Italy.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Manzoni
Milano

The Manzoni team made us feel at home. We loved sitting around their piano. The snacks and bevies were great as well. The breakfast was the best breakfast on our trip with made to order crepes and everything else you can imagine.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel was beautiful! and a nice workout space.
Location
walkable to restaurants and window shopping.
Staff
The front desk staff was so personable!! we loved chatting with them. The bartender was great as were the breakfast team.
Cleanliness & Comfort
we left for dinner and came back to fresh towels! this was the most comfortable bed on our trip.
Hotel Metropole Santa Margherita
Santa Margherita Ligure

The staff at Hotel Metropole were amazing. We were stuck in the next town and the trains were on strike. We called the Hotel and they worked their magic and found a ride for 6 of us and a wheelchair back to our hotel within 10 minutes! The spa is their best kept secret!! wow! We loved the bartender and wait staff. If we are ever in Santa Margherita again, we will be staying at the Hotel Metropole!

Authenticity & Character
Location
we had such a great view of the Italian Riviera and walkable to the restaurants and shopping.
Staff
We got to know the staff over the course of our 3 day stay. They were right there to help my dad up when he fell, they know who wanted Americano's and who wanted cappuccinos and who would want 2nds.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Eleonora Arrigoni

Beyond Expectations
Italy | Jun 30 - Jul 9, 2024

Joan
Joan S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 16, 2024
It's hard to know where to begin, this trip was so well planned for our family! We were a group of six traveling which included my dad who has limited ability to walk any distance. We did not have a clear vision of our itinerary. Eleonora created the perfect plan encompassing Rome with an open air tour, Tuscany which included a breathtaking stay at a farm house with wonderful food and hospitality and the Italian Riviera with just the right amount of planned guided tours as well as open time... Read more

It's hard to know where to begin, this trip was so well planned for our family! We were a group of six traveling which included my dad who has limited ability to walk any distance. We did not have a clear vision of our itinerary. Eleonora created the perfect plan encompassing Rome with an open air tour, Tuscany which included a breathtaking stay at a farm house with wonderful food and hospitality and the Italian Riviera with just the right amount of planned guided tours as well as open time to relax and explore. All transportation was prearranged and every driver and tour guide were delightful, professional and on time! We were wowed by the level of service and warmth provided throughout the trip. This was a trip of our lifetimes and we are grateful we found kimkim and that we were able to work with Eleonora. kimkim is an excellent resource and portal made communication and transactions very simple with all the details in one place. Our group will all highly recommend! Sincerely, Joan S-C

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Manzoni
Milano

We only had one night in Milan and this hotel made a great impression. The staff were wonderful! Accommodations high and and beautiful.

Authenticity & Character
Lush.
Location
In the heart of high design. It was fun to walk around the area and look at the sheik window displays.
Staff
All of them had wonderful personalities! I wish we could have stayed longer.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The stunning marble throughout hotel was beautiful. It felt very high end through and through. Lots of nice touches and bar and kitchen always there, which we loved along with a plentiful breakfast spread.
Hotel Metropole Santa Margherita
Santa Margherita Ligure

This is a beautiful hotel over 100 years old. We loved the accommodations and it seems they thought of everything we could want or need. Wonderful to be right on the sea with ample lounge chairs and a spa. Staff were exceptional.

Authenticity & Character
They are experts at hospitality.
Location
Great location and easy to take day trips from here.
Staff
They seemed to want to take care of our family and although they were there morning and night, remained happy to serve us and get to know us.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were cleaned everyday and pool and restaurant were impeccable.
Casa Fabbrini Val d'Orcia
San Casciano dei Bagni , Siena

This is a stunning place to stay in Tuscany. Everything I might have imagined and so much more! It was more than just a place to stay. We got to know our hosts, their story, the story of the farmhouse as well as the other guests that were there. One family had returned for their 3rd stay! The food was delicious and full of surprises. My favorite was the pasta and of course the bottomless carafe of wine. I loved the pool and the expansive and lush grounds. I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the two sweet Dachshund family members ♥ Love them too!

Authenticity & Character
One of a kind location and hosts - full of character and warmth. Beautiful accommodations and grounds.
Location
It was quite a drive to get there but a hidden gem in middle of Tuscany. I would return!
Staff
Everyone clearly loves what they do and I loved learning about their stories. They took great care and we felt grateful that owners have opened up their home four our visit!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Chic and rustic and charming!
Palazzo Caruso
Rome

Lovely hotel in the center of everything. Great shopping and sightseeing that is walk-able. This was our first impression of Italy and it didn't disappoint. Lovely rooms and nice breakfast!

Authenticity & Character
The hotel manager and the kitchen hospitality were warm and made sure our stay was good.
Location
Great shopping and sightseeing that is walkable from this hotel.
Staff
The breakfast chef and server was a favorite. All around good experience.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room was cleaned every day, much appreciated.
Local specialist: Eleonora Arrigoni

Eleonora did a fantastic job for us. She put ...
Italy | Jun 30 - Jul 9, 2024

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andy o.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Jul 16, 2024

Eleonora did a fantastic job for us. She put together a trip for us knowing we had one member of our party who had limited mobility, she put together the perfect itinerary for us.

Also we had some needs during the trip and Eleonora was on top of everything, quick communication and took care of our every need.

Not sure how it could have been better.

Thank you Eleonora!

Local specialist: Eleonora Arrigoni

Review of Stress-Free Travel with Kimkim to Italy
Italy | Jun 28 - Jul 9, 2024

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Carmella B.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 16, 2024
Our family of 5 recently embarked on a journey through Italy with the help of Kimkim, and every step of the way was remarkably smooth and enjoyable. From the initial planning stages with Stephania to the seamless adjustments made by Tasos and the meticulous coordination by Klio, our experience was nothing short of top-notch. **Planning and Coordination**
Stephania meticulously tailored our itinerary to meet our needs and budget, ensuring every detail was thoughtfully considered. Tasos...
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Our family of 5 recently embarked on a journey through Italy with the help of Kimkim, and every step of the way was remarkably smooth and enjoyable. From the initial planning stages with Stephania to the seamless adjustments made by Tasos and the meticulous coordination by Klio, our experience was nothing short of top-notch.

**Planning and Coordination**
Stephania meticulously tailored our itinerary to meet our needs and budget, ensuring every detail was thoughtfully considered. Tasos went above and beyond by swiftly accommodating last-minute changes, which enhanced our trip and made it even more memorable. Klio's consistent communication throughout the journey reassured us that every aspect was meticulously planned and executed.

**Elimination of Stress**
Traveling can often be stressful, but Kimkim truly eliminated any anxiety. Private transfers greeted us at every destination, providing a luxurious and hassle-free experience. The detailed itinerary was invaluable, offering insider tips on navigating the Vatican, capturing the best photo opportunities at the Ponte Vecchio, and securing reservations at fantastic restaurants and beach clubs.

**Exceptional Support**
The Kimkim Care Team was readily available for any last-minute questions or concerns, offering peace of mind throughout our travels. Their responsiveness and dedication meant that we could focus entirely on enjoying our trip without worrying about logistics.

**Conclusion**
Kimkim took care of all the heavy lifting, allowing our family to immerse ourselves fully in the beauty of Italy. Thanks to their expertise and impeccable service, our journey was not only stress-free but also filled with unforgettable moments. We cannot recommend Kimkim highly enough for anyone planning their next adventure.

Local specialist: Klio Gkogkou

Wonderful trip!
Italy | Jul 3 - Jul 13, 2024

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Mary M.
Ossining, NY | Reviewed on Jul 15, 2024

Wonderful trip! Alberto was excellent from KimKim. Couldn’t have been better! Marina, our walking tour guide in Venice was great and so was Chris in Rome and MBS Blu Charter boats was excellent in Sorrento. Hope to plan another trip again soon!

Local specialist: Alberto Buzzanca

Italy 2024 - Family Trip
Italy | Jun 28 - Jul 11, 2024

Darcy
Darcy P.
Harrison, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 15, 2024
My wife and I just returned from thirteen days in Italy with our two kids, (ages 13 and 10) and had a trip that created memories for a lifetime. I can’t say enough about Cecilia and how great she was in designing a trip for a family who had never been to Italy before and making sure that our itinerary met our needs. She found us great hotels that were both convenient location wise but also rooms that were comfortable for the whole family. Cecilia was very responsive leading up to our trip... Read more

My wife and I just returned from thirteen days in Italy with our two kids, (ages 13 and 10) and had a trip that created memories for a lifetime.

I can’t say enough about Cecilia and how great she was in designing a trip for a family who had never been to Italy before and making sure that our itinerary met our needs. She found us great hotels that were both convenient location wise but also rooms that were comfortable for the whole family. Cecilia was very responsive leading up to our trip and made sure we were well educated on everything we needed to know before we left and provided us all of our necessary travel documents in one easy to use location that made our days travelling easy to follow. While on our trip Cecilia also made herself available for us to ask questions and was quick to respond if we weren’t sure if we were in a proper location for a tour or had a travel question as we moved from one place to the next.

We spent three days in Venice, three in Florence, four in Sorrento and ended with three days in Rome. Sorrento was the highlight destination for the whole family with our boat tour of the Amalfi Coast as our favourite day of the whole trip.

Thank you for everything Cecilia, your talent, your work and your dedication to our happiness is appreciated more than we can tell you!

Hotel Reviews
HOTEL CECIL
ROME
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Il Faro 3* Sorrento
Sorrento
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Paris
Florence
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Ca' Marinella
Venice
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Vatican & Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour
Vatican & Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Colosseum, Roman Forums and Palatine Hill
Colosseum, Roman Forums and Palatine Hill
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Rome - 2h Gladiator School
Rome - 2h Gladiator School
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
GOLF CART TOUR ROME (Rome Highlights)
GOLF CART TOUR ROME (Rome Highlights)
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Pompeii  Excavations half-day Tour
Pompeii Excavations half-day Tour
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
AMALFI AND POSITANO DISCOVERY BOAT TOUR - SEMI PRIVATE (max 12)
AMALFI AND POSITANO DISCOVERY BOAT TOUR - SEMI PRIVATE (max 12)
Sorrento
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day at leisure in Sorrento
Day at leisure in Sorrento
Sorrento
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Truffle hunting and tasting in Valdichiana
Truffle hunting and tasting in Valdichiana
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Accademia Gallery Tour
Accademia Gallery Tour
Florence
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half day tour Pisa and the leaning tower
Half day tour Pisa and the leaning tower
Florence
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Pizza and gelato making class
Pizza and gelato making class
Florence
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Gondola Ride
Private Gondola Ride
Venice
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Murano, Burano and Torcello Excursion
Murano, Burano and Torcello Excursion
Venice
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Cecilia Ventura
Cecilia
Cecilia Ventura
Local specialist in Rome | Replied on Jul 16, 2024

Hi Darcy!!✨

I am thrilled to hear that you and your family had a wonderful time in Italy and that you were satisfied with the travel arrangements and assistance provided. Your kind words truly mean a lot to me.

Customer satisfaction is always my top priority, and it is rewarding to know that my efforts made your trip enjoyable and memorable. I appreciate your positive feedback and am grateful for the opportunity to assist you.

Thank you once again for your trust and for taking the time to share your experience.
I look forward to helping you plan your future travels.

Ciao!🤗

Cecilia

Mother/Daughter Trip to Italy
Italy | Jun 21 - Jul 2, 2024

Karisa
Karisa W.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jul 11, 2024
I have to be SUPER honest, I was very skeptical about using a travel agent as I have always researched and booked our trips myself. But this was the first time I was traveling internationally on a mother/daughter trip and wanted everything to go a smooth as possible. I chose kimkim because of all the excellent reviews. From start to finish I have been exceptionally pleased with my entire experience with them.
Kimkim connected me with Chris Leontopoulos who was fantastic! He was very...
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I have to be SUPER honest, I was very skeptical about using a travel agent as I have always researched and booked our trips myself. But this was the first time I was traveling internationally on a mother/daughter trip and wanted everything to go a smooth as possible. I chose kimkim because of all the excellent reviews. From start to finish I have been exceptionally pleased with my entire experience with them.
Kimkim connected me with Chris Leontopoulos who was fantastic! He was very responsive to any and all questions. He helped set up all the excursions we wanted. I loved where all the hotels were located - very central to everything we were wanting to see and easy to walk everywhere. The private transfers from the airport was a nice touch I wouldn’t have originally set up on my own - but arriving at a foreign airport/train station with a driver ready to take us to our next destination without all the hassle? Priceless! And made us feel extra safe traveling on our own.
I also liked the use of the WhatsApp to communicate if any snafus occur during your trip. We had one driver waiting at the wrong location and were able to remedy that within 10 minutes by texting and dropping our location. Very cool!
I will absolutely be using Kimkim in the future! Thank you!

Hotel Reviews
Mynavona Hotel Rome
Rome

Nice location for an easy walk to Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps. Couple minutes away is a Taxi Station which was convenient.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Central to everything we wanted to see
Staff
Very friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Boutique B&B Torre de' Conti
Florence

We loved the character of the place and having umbrellas for guests was a much needed touch due to a couple rain storms while there. The hosts were great. We couldn’t tell that there was air conditioning - would have been nice to have stronger working air conditioner.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Air conditioner was the only negative for us.
Maison il Conservatorio
Sorrento

Nice breakfast area

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Air conditioner worked AMAZING
Al Teatro Palace Venice
Venezia VE, Italy

Lovely hotel. Very nice breakfast in the mornings.

Authenticity & Character
Location
5-10 minute walk from the water taxi drop off. We went to the wrong place 1st - was a little confusing without having the address in our itinerary.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Amalfi Coast Boat Tour From Sorrento
Amalfi Coast Boat Tour From Sorrento
Italy

Guide didn’t know anything about the promised itinerary. Enjoyed swimming to escape the heat. We enjoyed the trip to Capri by boat more than going along the Amalfi Coast.

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Transport
Explore Pompeii Walking Tour
Explore Pompeii Walking Tour
Italy

Interesting. Glad to have a guide walk us through fairly quickly with great facts.

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Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Rome

Very helpful having a tour guide to give facts/history about the Colosseum. I did specifically as for a tour that went below but apparently this was not it so that was a little disappointing.

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Morning Florence Highlights Walking Tour
Morning Florence Highlights Walking Tour
Florence

Of all the excursions I was least excited about it was this one. But we ended up LOVING it due to our fantastic tour guide. Saw things we wouldn’t have found on our own and learned FUN facts about all the different areas of Florence. Highly recommend.

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Chianti Wine & Olive Oil Tour from Florence
Chianti Wine & Olive Oil Tour from Florence
Florence

Loved our tour guide and the wineries were great!

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Food
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Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Tour
Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Tour
Venice

I was bored on the tour. Would have preferred to wander on our own. Things I would have looked at longer (like the armory and dungeon) we went through quickly.

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Vatican Guided Tour
Vatican Guided Tour
Rome

Very happy to skip the long lines on a hot day

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Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

Perfect 15 day first trip to Italy!
Italy | Jun 25 - Jul 9, 2024

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Jason N.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2024

Everything was truly perfect! Giulia put together a great 15 day trip for us and we truly did not have 1 issue the entire trip. From private transfers on all arrivals, tickets, hotels, etc, etc.....this was a trip of a lifetime for our family. Highly recommend Giulia and the kimkim team for your next or first trip to Italy. I can't believe it is over though! Time to plan a return trip?

Local specialist: Giulia Bonati
Giulia
Giulia Bonati
Local specialist in Padova, Italy | Replied on Jul 16, 2024

Dear Jason,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that this was a trip of a lifetime for your family! We strive to provide the best services and local guides for our travelers, so your words are very rewarding for us!
We look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure in the future.
I wish you a great day!
CIAO from Italy 🇮🇹
Giulia

Trip of a lifetime
Italy | Jun 5 - Jun 14, 2024

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Anne T.
Harrison, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 08, 2024

Thank you Giulia for all you've done to make this a trip of a lifetime. Florence was magical, and we enjoyed the Sorrento area, especially the nature aspects.

The excursions were great, and the fact that you arranged all the travel logistics throughout the trip removed the stress of traveling! Also, it was very helpful to have a contact in Italy.

I've already told a number of friends about Kimkim, and will continue to!

Local specialist: Giulia Bonati
Giulia
Giulia Bonati
Local specialist in Padova, Italy | Replied on Jul 16, 2024

Dear Anne,

I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip to Italy...so much that you've already told a number of friends about us ! I'm really grateful, this is very rewarding for us ! It was a great pleasure assisting you!

We look forward to welcoming you and/or your friends in Italy!

Ciao!
Giulia

Our travel specialist Deborah was absolutely AMAZING!!!
Italy | Jun 9 - Jun 22, 2024

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Vaishali M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 07, 2024
Our travel specialist Deborah was absolutely AMAZING!!!
I would rate her a 20 on a scale of 1 to 10.
She was very responsive, listened to all our requests and made our trip absolutely memorable.
She was quick to make last minute changes we needed to make due to the weather.
Every detail was carefully planned and executed.
Could not have asked for a better travel specialist.
Thank you, Deborah!!!
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Our travel specialist Deborah was absolutely AMAZING!!!
I would rate her a 20 on a scale of 1 to 10.
She was very responsive, listened to all our requests and made our trip absolutely memorable.
She was quick to make last minute changes we needed to make due to the weather.
Every detail was carefully planned and executed.
Could not have asked for a better travel specialist.
Thank you, Deborah!!!

Hotel Review
Grand Hotel Des Iles Borromees
Stresa

Absolutely beautiful hotel. Will go back!!!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Boat Tour of Lake Como with guide
Private Boat Tour of Lake Como with guide
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private tour of lake Maggiore
Private tour of lake Maggiore
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private tour of Milan Duomo and La Scala Theatre
Private tour of Milan Duomo and La Scala Theatre
Milan
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Deborah Boarolo
Deborah
Deborah Boarolo
Local specialist in Venice | Replied on Nov 10, 2024

Grazie mille for your lovely words, Vaishali!!
It has been a pleasure for me to help you make this trip possible and taking part in making it so seamless and memorable for you.
I hope to see you in Italy again, I'd love to welcome you back!

Italy at a glance
Italy | Jun 19 - Jul 5, 2024

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Ban S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 07, 2024
First of all Andrea was very knowledgeable and available at anytime I require assistance during the trip and while planning the trip… I could tell through the guided tours that he planned he is well experienced in this issue…
However, I would have liked it better if I was with same guide for all the tours at the same city. Becuase some guides were amazing while other did not seam to know what to do. I especially liked Martina our first guide in Rome .. on the other hand, the guide we had...
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First of all Andrea was very knowledgeable and available at anytime I require assistance during the trip and while planning the trip… I could tell through the guided tours that he planned he is well experienced in this issue…
However, I would have liked it better if I was with same guide for all the tours at the same city. Becuase some guides were amazing while other did not seam to know what to do. I especially liked Martina our first guide in Rome .. on the other hand, the guide we had for the walking tour in Venice for three hours was not really sure what to talk about we were supposed to get the Jewish ghettos .. but we’re not able becuase we did it have enough time and it started to rain heavily .. the guide can see that we are a slow group but he did not try to take a shortcut or alter the route to get us there faster… we actually when through the same streets twice … and holestly I was not sure if the guide knew what to talk about .. he was knowledgeable but I had to ask question to get some answers. I feel that this tour was unnecessary at the end .. Also, the Murano Burano tour felt like a sales pitch .. our tour guide was great but really we did lot need him becuase all what he did is ride with us to the glass factory and then a representative from that company took over and was trying to get us to buy glass .. yes the experience was great but I felt it was unnecessary for a tour guide to be provided .. because we took a little bit longer at the glass factory .. our guide has to hand us over to another one since he has another tour planned . He was great at rearranging our water taxi ride and getting us another tour guide to take us to Burano.. however, in Burano we met with a person who worked at the lace shop and she was only there to take to the lace shop to buy from there .. did not explain anything about the island and it’s colorful houses and it history .. all what we did at the island is spend our time in the lace shop. I did not like the fact that this tour was just to take us to specific shop to buy we saw nothing of the islands.. I would definitely advice my friends not to take this tour in Venice …

When I decided to use a tour company to plan my trip is becuase I neede this to
Be tailored to our specific needs . we are bigger group of six and a person in our group can’t walk a long distance and I explained this to Andrea in the beginning..,I also explained to him that we would like to take our time in the morning and not be rushed .. however most of our tours required walking and were quite early in the morning .. even our train rides we always before 10:00… and I neglected to ask for that but I feel that Andrea should have confirmed with me about the shower option in the hotel rooms .. most of the hotel rooms had tubs and I have to request a walk shower room at check in ..
the hotel choices were great.. the location was amazing and they were all high class and clean ..
so to summarize… I feel that booking the hotels and arranging the transfers were arranged great with Kim Kim .. however, the prices are not disclosed so I feel that I over paid for some of the unnecessary tours ..

Hotel Reviews
Palazzo Veneziano Venice
Venice
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room was not throughly cleaned during our stay and sheets were never changed for three days. Lacks many aminities expected for 4 stars hotel
Park Hotel Argento
Levanto
Authenticity & Character
Very clean but the decor is a little bit too simple for 4 stars hotel
Location
You have to take the shuttle to go anywhere
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Santa Maria Novella
Florence
Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the center and close to everything
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
It is very clean however a little bit old and needs some updating
Palazzo Navona Rome
Rome
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Exclusive Murano & Burano islands visit (private service)
Exclusive Murano & Burano islands visit (private service)
Venice

It is just visit to a glass making factory and a lace shop no tour do the island did lot learn anything about the islands

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was great explained about the geography of the islands but really was not needed for the glass place .. he just waited outside .. the guide in Burano was not a tour guide but someone from the lace shop did not learn anything about the island
Transport
Water taxi was planned and altered time to accommodate us and dropped us at a different location because we aske to go to lido island
The Jewels of Venice (St. Mark & Doge Palace)
The Jewels of Venice (St. Mark & Doge Palace)
Venice

Enrique was The guide was great

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was great even though we were about 45 mi utes late .. he waited and altered the tour to let us see as much as we can in the time left
Transport
Hidden Venice and cicchetti experience
Hidden Venice and cicchetti experience
Italy

Did not see anything meaningful

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was knowledgeable but did not know how to guide the tour I had to ask the question and were did not get to the see the Jewish ghetto becuase we ran out of time
Transport
Walking around in cirlcle and had to pay 80 euro for a water taxi to take us back to the hotel
Pisa leaning tower and Piazza dei Miracoli monuments entrance
Pisa leaning tower and Piazza dei Miracoli monuments entrance
Italy
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Transport
Guided walk at Piazza dei Miracoli and Leaning Tower in Pisa (2 hours)
Guided walk at Piazza dei Miracoli and Leaning Tower in Pisa (2 hours)
Italy
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Cooking Class *****
Cooking Class *****
Italy

We loved this experience and the road trip was great

Quality of Experience
Food
Yummy
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The chef was great and the staff at The winery were amazing
Transport
The driver Sauler was great let us take picture a long the road The car is very comfortable
Uffizi - skip the line entrance
Uffizi - skip the line entrance
Florence
Quality of Experience
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Transport
Florence private guided walk including Accademia Gallery
Florence private guided walk including Accademia Gallery
Italy
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Transport
Accademia Gallery - skip the line entrance
Accademia Gallery - skip the line entrance
Florence
Quality of Experience
The tour took long at the David statue
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - private guide
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - private guide
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Uffizi Gallery Guided  Visit (private guide)
Uffizi Gallery Guided Visit (private guide)
Florence
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Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel skip the line ticket
Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel skip the line ticket
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Colosseum and Roman Forum - Private guide
Colosseum and Roman Forum - Private guide
Rome

Our guide was knowledgeable and very accommodating

Quality of Experience
Quite a lot of walking
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
It was hard to figure out the meeting point
Rome Private Guided Walk
Rome Private Guided Walk
Rome

Martina was great

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Transport
Local specialist: Andrea Gambino

Fabio - sending a final Note and big thank yo...
Italy | Jun 29 - Jul 5, 2024

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Leslie Ann A.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 07, 2024
Fabio - sending a final Note and big thank you for putting together a fabulous trip to the Amalfi Coast for my family!
Your attention to detail, constant communication, and updates along the way were such a comfort as we finalized the itinerary in two weeks!!
Thank you for making this trip memorable and we will be sure to recommend you to our family and friends!
Best - Leslie Ahmad
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Fabio - sending a final Note and big thank you for putting together a fabulous trip to the Amalfi Coast for my family!
Your attention to detail, constant communication, and updates along the way were such a comfort as we finalized the itinerary in two weeks!!
Thank you for making this trip memorable and we will be sure to recommend you to our family and friends!
Best - Leslie Ahmad

Hotel Review
Imperial Hotel Tramontano
Sorrento

Best location in Sorrento. Historic hotel, attentive staff, family friendly

Authenticity & Character
Previously a private mansion…
Location
Water views. Close to city center
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms with balconies overlooking water. Rey comfortable beds, showers great.
Activity Reviews
Cooking Experience with Donna Rita
Cooking Experience with Donna Rita
Italy

Jacimo and family are the best!!! Informative and fun experience

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Food
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Full-Day Private Tour of Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius, with Lunch at a Winery at the Foot of the Volcano
Full-Day Private Tour of Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius, with Lunch at a Winery at the Foot of the Volcano
Italy

Do not Miss this one! Perfect day…winery lunch awesome! Tours a must do!

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Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Jul 07, 2024

Ciao Leslie,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave this wonderful review. It was truly a pleasure to help plan your trip to the Amalfi Coast. I’m glad to hear that you and your family had a memorable experience. We always strive to ensure that every trip is seamless and enjoyable, and I’m happy we could achieve that! 🙂

Thank you again for your review. I look forward to assisting your family with any future travel plans!

Wishing you and your family all the best! 🙂

Arrivederci,
Fabio

Italy was AMAZING!!
Italy | Jun 22 - Jul 2, 2024

Cher
Cher W.
Camarillo, CA | Reviewed on Jul 04, 2024
The trip to Italy was amazing. It was stress free knowing all the logistics had already been put into place by KimKim. Chiara was terrific to work with and very dedicated to ensure all details were put in place. The transportation services used made it easy to travel between the multiple cities stress free. The hotels selected were in prime
areas in the center of town, were clean and offered everything we needed. We loved every tour we selected and the guides were all very knowledgable,...
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The trip to Italy was amazing. It was stress free knowing all the logistics had already been put into place by KimKim. Chiara was terrific to work with and very dedicated to ensure all details were put in place. The transportation services used made it easy to travel between the multiple cities stress free. The hotels selected were in prime
areas in the center of town, were clean and offered everything we needed. We loved every tour we selected and the guides were all very knowledgable, friendly and made sure we were safe at all times.

We will definitely be using KimKim for our next adventure!! Thank you for everything!!

Hotel Reviews
Lunetta Hotel & Spa Roma
Rome

Great hotel in the center of town.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Balestri
Florence

Great location and friendly staff!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel La Rosa dei Venti
Positano

Beautiful hotel rooms, located in a prime area of Positano.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Punta Molino
Ischia

Beautiful resort! Friendly staff, clean rooms and first class staff. We loved the breakfast buffet with ocean views!!

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
All Rome in one day: Golf cart, Colosseum & Vatican Private guided tour
All Rome in one day: Golf cart, Colosseum & Vatican Private guided tour
Rome

Great tour of the city, making it very easy to get around to see as much as we could in one day. Absolutely loved the tour guide. He was knowledgeable, funny and a great navigator around the busy summer traffic and crowds.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Full Day Tour Amalfi Coast with Lunch
Full Day Tour Amalfi Coast with Lunch
Positano

The full day tour along the Amalfi coast was stunning! The driver customized the tour to our wants and needs and was very knowledgeable about the area. We had a delicious lunch with beautiful ocean views. Best tour of the trip.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The driver Mossimo was friendly, knowledgeable and a great driver!!
Transport
Private Walking tour Path of Gods
Private Walking tour Path of Gods
Italy

Beautiful hike along the Amalfi Coastline.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very knowledgeable, friendly and ensured our safety.
Transport
Downhill To Florence Bike Tour
Downhill To Florence Bike Tour
Italy

Amazing bike tour in the countryside. We loved our guide and the route he selected. We stopped at a lovely Boutique Olive Oil farm for a tour and tasting. The host was knowledgeable and friendly treating us like family.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Friendly, knowledgeable, considerate
Transport
Local specialist: Chiara Donati
Chiara
Chiara Donati
Local specialist in Perugia | Replied on Jul 04, 2024

Dear Cher,
Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that your trip to Italy was amazing and stress-free. We take pride in selecting accommodations that enhance our travelers' experiences. Moreover, we're glad that you enjoyed every tour!

We look forward to helping you plan your next adventure. Thank you once again for choosing Storywalking and we can't wait to assist you with another trip!

All the best & Arrivederci!
Chiara

Just got back from a 9 day trip to Italy plan...
Italy | Jun 25 - Jul 3, 2024

Katie
Katie S.
Clifton Park, NY | Reviewed on Jul 04, 2024
Just got back from a 9 day trip to Italy planned by Tasos Mylonas and his local team. Tasos and his team (Demitris and Christos) put together a customized agenda that was executed without a hitch. We toured Rome and did an amazing cooking class where we met other lovely travelers. We got to see the preserved ruins of Pompeii. We had the most delightful day touring the Amalfie Coast by boat and we did a super fun walking food tour of Naples. Tasos and team provide a personal touch that helped... Read more

Just got back from a 9 day trip to Italy planned by Tasos Mylonas and his local team. Tasos and his team (Demitris and Christos) put together a customized agenda that was executed without a hitch. We toured Rome and did an amazing cooking class where we met other lovely travelers. We got to see the preserved ruins of Pompeii. We had the most delightful day touring the Amalfie Coast by boat and we did a super fun walking food tour of Naples. Tasos and team provide a personal touch that helped us feel prepared and supported. Our accommodations were luxurious and unique. We loved that they planned days where we could do what we wanted to for half or whole days while providing us with ideas that we could decide to do on the fly/ on our own, based on our energy level and interest. We found an awesome beach club in Sorrento where we totally chilled and spent the day swimming in the sea and relaxing in the sun! We can’t wait to plan our next trip with Tasos!! Thank you to Tasos and his team. Katie Schmidt and family ❤️🇮🇹😎

Hotel Reviews
Palazzo Alabardieri Hotel Napoli
Naples

We felt fancy in this hotel. Superb location and attentive staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
One of the most luxurious neighborhoods in the city.
Staff
We had to leave at 5am for the train station and they had a lovely boxed breakfast for us.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Villa di Sorrento
Sorrento

Attentive staff. Lovely breakfast included. Great view of the sea from our room.

Authenticity & Character
Special touches in the decor
Location
Great locations. Could walk to the beach area, shops and great restaurants easily.
Staff
Staff helped us figure the technology of the room and was quick to help us with small requests like ice for our room or great places to eat.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa Montani Hotel
Rome

Such an authentic experience. Felt like our own little apartment in Roma. Great location.

Authenticity & Character
Old building with modern and comfortable amenities
Location
Easy to walk to many attractions and places to eat.
Staff
Great communication.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very comfortable beds and gorgeous art, bathrooms and the littles touches that made it feel special.
Activity Review
Private Rome Walking Tour
Private Rome Walking Tour
Rome

Our guide Franco was friendly and knowledgeable and was sensitive to the things we wanted to see and know more about. He found things of interest for our teenaged sons.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Franco was kind and patient and made us feel comfortable to ask questions.
Transport
Local specialist: Tasos Mylonas

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