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When we arrived to Seoul, we were supposed to have a 4 hour tour coming straight from the airport. However, it was 6.5 hours and we only did 2 of the 5 things listed on the itinerary before forcing to call it quits due to the young children in our group. This day was very poorly planned. We got to the lunch spot, bought a few different items, and were ready to go, but we were told we needed to stay put and wait for 30 minutes until our guide and driver had time to enjoy their lunch. This was a waste of our time. The guide also told us she’d reach out to her manager to see about a refund for the spots we were unable to hit and I have yet to hear back. If the cable car is known to have lines and you chose to not purchase tickets in advance, why would that not be the first stop?

The second day at the DMZ was amazing. Vincent was great.

Our trip was amazing and everything went according to plan.
We interacted first with Jones with whom we spent 11 days from Seoul to Gwangju. Jones is very reliable and has a very good knowledge about his country. If he does not know the response to a question, he will make sure to look for it. He advised us about good places to eat. We definitely recommend him especially for several days like we did with Jones.
Luke in Busan was very nice and very open about the culture of Busan.
Christine is very professional and though we spent only one day with her, it was very interesting to discuss about the past and the present of Korea. She has a lot of knowledge and experience.

Hotel Reviews

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL MYEONDONG 2

Seoul

Nicely situated. Has a business feel. It was very busy during stay with students groups . Very good breakfast.

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Sea Cruise Hotel

Sokcho

Cold atmosphere and huge hotel

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Rakkojae Hahoe Hanok Hotel

Andong

Best hotel we stay in during our 5 weeks trips. Everything was perfect and we wish we could have stayed longer.

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The Seaes Hotel & Resort

Very nice and relaxing resort. A nice place to discover the south of Jeju Island and to enjoy nuit the view on the sea. Definitely recommend it.

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Skybay Gyeongpo

Gangneung

We did not go to this hotel as the program was changed. We were instead, in Itaewon in Seoul in the Hamilton Hotel. Though noisy because of it’s proximity with the Main Street of Itaewon, We recommended this hotel for its convenience location.

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Golgulsa Temple Stay

Gyeongju

The accommodation is so-do especially because it was raining during our stay.

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For the authenticity and character , we gave 4 , not for the accommodation but for the atmosphere and the activities the temple stay offer. It was an experience for us.

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HanokInn

Very well situated but the owner is not very talkative and and at ease with guests. The room , we had would not suit everyone as it was very very small with the bed in a mezzanine with a difficult staircase. Not a problem for us though but just mentioning . The breakfast, which is very light as announced, was kit to our taste. We had to have breakfast outside.

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Samlockhon

jeonju

Great place to stay with very very nice people to welcome us. The top was very spacious and authentic. It was the best Hanok atmosphere wise with very kind owners would love to intersect with guests. The breakfast is home made cooking and everything is delicious. We definitely recommend recommend this Hanok beautifully situated in the center of Jeonju

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Stanford Hotel and Resort Tongyeong

Cold atmosphere. Nice and big room and view on the sea.

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Songjukheon Pension

We arrived late at this place and it is in the middle of nowhere . Si, we did not have the chance to meet the owners who live in another house. No breakfast which is a problem, the room, which is more of an apartment was c very clean but we think this place is better for a long stay and not for a one night stay.

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Holiday Inn Gwangju

Nothing special to say

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Jeju Sun Hotel and Casino

Well situated as it is a good base ro discover Jeju city in a Jeju Island. Good breakfast. Nice room.

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Shilla Stay Yeosu Expo Station

Yeosu

Though big and not traditional, this hotel has a great view on the harbor . It is clean and modern. We enjoy our stay.

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Lavalse Hotel

Very well situated near the older part of Busan. The view is spectacular when you face the bay. Though not an authentic hotel, ew definitely recommend this hotel for its convenience, view.

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Hanok Hotel Daam Seoul

Beautiful hotel: Beautiful authentic room, Delicious breakfast. Very nice staff. Very well situated, this Hanok has it all. One of the best of our trip.

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Activity Reviews

Full Day Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Dressing & Namsan Tower

Seoul

Full Day Korean DMZ and Hongdae Shopping Street Tour

Seoul

Half Day Golgulsa Temple Stay

Gyeongju

Half Day Golgulsa Temple Stay-D2

Gyeongju

Half Day Gyeongju National Museum and Tumuli Park Tour with Night View

Gyeongju

Visit Gayasan National Park and Haeinsa Temple

Daegu

Explore Nature on the Way to Sokcho: Garden of Morning Calm, Nami Island, Gangchon Rail Park

South Korea

Taste of Korea, Authentic Home-Style Cooking Class

Seoul

Go on a Hiking Tour of Bukhansan and Ancient Seunggasa Temple

Seoul

Hiking in Seoraksan National Park - Gwongeumseong Fortress Course

Sokcho

Because of the rainy weather

Half Day Andong Hahoe Folk Village and Byeongsan Seowon Tour

Andong

Gyeongju Cultural Heritage Discovery: Yangdong Village and Oksan Seowon

Gyeongju

Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market Tour

Jeonju

Culinary Experience in Korea's Food Capital

Jeonju

K-drama Filming Spots in Jeonju - Jeonju Hanok Village and Gyeonggijeon

Jeonju

Full Day Naejangsan National Park Hiking - Baekyangsa and Sangwangbong

Gwangju

Sunchang Gochujang Village, Damyan Bamboo Forest and 5.18 Memorial Park

Gwangju

The Healing Tour of Suncheon Bay National Garden and Wetland Reserve

Suncheon

Full Day Cicadas Castle and Haegeumgang Island Tour

South Korea

Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Tour

South Korea

Discover the Culture of Busan with Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

Busan

Christine (from Kimkim) was very responsive and friendly, she had good suggestions for things for us to do. She didn’t always have the best attention to detail. It took several attempts to explain our situation, that we were combining a self paid trip with a hotel stay covers by the conference that invited me to Korea. After a couple of rounds she eventually got it right.

She failed to consider that our arrival at the hotel was going to be before check in time and did not suggest alternatives such as the option of paying for an early check in. She offered us one option for hotel— the L7 in Myeongdong. It was a nice hotel, well run, clean, with an excellent breakfast. However, for people our age, staying in Myeongdong got tiresome after a couple of nights. It would have been helpful to have been warned about the noise and crowds and offered a possible alternative.

We were directed to excellent activities and connected with an outstanding guide, Christine Lee and her husband Young. Christine was knowledgeable, warm and friendly. We got an excellent picture of Korean history talking with her and she showed us around Nami island and the garden of morning calm as an expert. These two experiences were outstanding!

Hotel Review

L7 Myeongdong by LOTTE

It’s a well run hotel, very clean, and the breakfast is excellent. Myeongdong is a central location with easy access to subway, the byeongbokgung palace. Myeongdong is where one of the major night markets with street food is located. However, it is harder to find quieter restaurants or easy places to walk around without crowds.

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Central and close to subway.

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Staff were great in the restaurant. They were unsure how to handle our early arrival straight from the airport.

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Spotless and great maid service daily.

Activity Review

Discover K-drama Locations in European Villages & Nami Island

Seoul

The best parts of this trip was the visit to Nami Island and the garden of morning calm. The Italian and French villages are a bit tired and run down. Christine Lee and Young did an amazing job showing us around and teaching us about the history and flora of the area.

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Jessica created a wonderful tour for us in Korea. We were met at the airport and guided throughout our stay which made this so very easy and not the least bit stressful. This was our first time having a private tour and I highly recommend it. One guide we had, Michael was especially impressive. He took us to visit historical sights, villages and the must see street food markets in Seoul. Jessica arranged our transportation on the high speed train to Busan for a few nights and that was amazing as well. I would not hesitate to use Kimkim travel in the future, they truly make touring a seamless experience, well worth the cost!

This has been an overall very positive experience. Christine was very helpful. The interaction was great and she always was able to adjust & finetune our wishes. We changed the itinerary a few times, but she always stayed friendly & professional. Even when we made a mistake, they were able to correct it last minjte.
In the excursions, the cooking class in Seoul was a great experience. In Jeju, the driver & guid Mr. Jimmi Koh has been truly wonderful, friendly & knowledgeable.

Thank You for a good cooperation !

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Korean Full-Course Meal Cooking Class at Local Home with Local Market Experience

Seoul

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Discover Jeju with Seongsan Ilchulbong and Seongeup Folk Village

Jeju Island

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the guide & driver Mr. Jimmie Koh was wonderful

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