Kimkim Trip Reviews for Thailand

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Read 420 verified reviews by travelers who booked their trip to Thailand on kimkim. You can also read reviews about kimkim on 3rd party sites including Google, TrustPilot and Yelp.

Lillian was amazing with helping to plan a fa...
Thailand | May 10 - May 24, 2026

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David F.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on May 26, 2026

Lillian was amazing with helping to plan a family trip to Thailand and Vietnam. She was patient and very attentive to every detail in the planning process and the trip was amazing. I highly recommend her!

Local specialist: Lilian Nguyen
Lilian
Lilian Nguyen
Local specialist in Vietnam | Replied on May 30, 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words David 💗

It was truly a pleasure helping you and your family plan your journey through Thailand and Vietnam. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the trip and that all the planning came together to create such a memorable experience.

Thank you as well for your patience and trust throughout the process. Working with wonderful travelers like you is what makes my job so rewarding.

I sincerely appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the opportunity to help you plan another adventure in Southeast Asia in the future!

Warmest regards,
Lilian

Thailand Visit - The best experience of my life!
Thailand | May 8 - May 19, 2026

Michael
Michael L.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on May 25, 2026
My time in Thailand was the best experience in all aspects! I don't believe there was any "specific" part of the trip that stood out as my favorite. I enjoyed every Temple, Market, Interaction with locals, Thailand Culture and the beautiful landscapes of Bangkok and Pattaya. Mae Klong Railway, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Mangrove Forest visit was a wonderous experience, as well as China Town and the various markets. Learning the history of the Temples and Thai culture was an... Read more

My time in Thailand was the best experience in all aspects! I don't believe there was any "specific" part of the trip that stood out as my favorite. I enjoyed every Temple, Market, Interaction with locals, Thailand Culture and the beautiful landscapes of Bangkok and Pattaya. Mae Klong Railway, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Mangrove Forest visit was a wonderous experience, as well as China Town and the various markets. Learning the history of the Temples and Thai culture was an exceptional experience and my guides were well versed with their presentations of all the sites that I visited. I enjoyed the food from the various vendors throughout Bangkok and Pattaya. Everyone that I came in contact with, from my guides (Ms P Leena and Mr P Golf, drivers Chen, Mr P Golf and Pumin J), locals, hotel staff and vendors, were very pleasant and always willing to assist to make my stay in Thailand spectacular! I experienced first hand why Thailand is called the "Land of Smiles" and how very true that statement is in every aspect!

The one thing that made my decision to go with KimKim Travel is their commitment to have a personal Travel advisor (Benjamin) located in Thailand. This was a big plus in my book to have someone available to answer questions, make changes or offer personal advice without a time delay. Ben's attention to detail and his listening skills made my visit to Thailand the best experience of my life! Great job to everyone and I thank you all!

I enjoyed every minute and every excursion that was set up with such a wonderful personal touch. I will remember this trip forever as the best trip of my life? Ben the guides and drivers were a pleasure to work with and Benjamin always made me feel at ease by making himself available at any time. I thank them all for their support and thoughtfulness in helping me experience this exceptional journey! I don't believe I could have experienced anything better without Benjamins commitment and execution to make it all come true with zero issues!

Hotel Reviews
Siam Bayshore Resort
Pattaya

Very spacious and clean room! Balcony is a must. Refrigerator is stocked with drinks and snacks at a cost but very convenient! Quiet location and exceptional staff in every aspect! The pool and layout of the hotel is exceptional. Dining is very reasonable and tasty. Make sure to experience the breakfast buffet! Walking street is extremely close to the front entrance.

Authenticity & Character
Spacious room, stocked refrigerator, dining and breakfast.
Location
Very close to walking street and other areas of interest of Pattaya.
Staff
Exceptional staff in all respects!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfortable large bed, clean room and bathroom and exceptional decor!
La Petite Salil Sukhumvit Thonglor 1
Bangkok

The hotel staff is great and they do a great job making the stay very comfortable. My only concern is the actual size of the room doesn't match what is shown on the hotel website. Smaller room than what the pictures show on the website and the view outside the balcony aren't as spectacular as you would think from the presentation of their website. The room is very clean and comfortable. I just wanted to share this observation.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel staff is great and they do a great job making the stay very comfortable. The room is very clean and comfortable. The actual room size is small compared to the pictures on the website. The view from the balcony is not listed on the website but not what was expected. I just wanted to share this observation.
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Staff
Their attention to detail and guest comfort.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nice clean room, bedding and bathroom.
Activity Reviews
Alcazar Cabaret Show in Pattaya!
Alcazar Cabaret Show in Pattaya!
Pattaya

Personnel, lights, sounds and overall display of the show is exceptional. The opportunity to have photos taken with the performers, at a small price, is appreciated.

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Visit to the Sanctuary of Truth
Visit to the Sanctuary of Truth
Pattaya

What a spectacular piece of history to discover! Learning the way the hand carving are completed and how the building and displays are put together without nails or metal fastening devices is incredible.

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Ayutthaya Royal Ruins Discovery
Ayutthaya Royal Ruins Discovery
Thailand

An amazing experience to see the Ayutthaya Royal Ruins. Well kept grounds and easy access.

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A Royal Morning at Bang Pa-In Palace, Ayutthaya
A Royal Morning at Bang Pa-In Palace, Ayutthaya
Thailand

Incredible summer palace and very well maintained!

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Visit Chinatown with tuk-tuk and Food Tasting
Visit Chinatown with tuk-tuk and Food Tasting
Bangkok

Lots of vendors and food to choose from. There is something for everyone, even those that have a more adventurous side.

Quality of Experience
The number of items to choose from was intense.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tuk Tuk was extremely fun. I am glad my guide Ms P Leena took care of securing the ride though.
Mae Klong Railway, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Mangrove Forest visit
Mae Klong Railway, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Mangrove Forest visit
Bangkok

Watching the train moving through and back was an incredible experience. The vendors pack up and move everything out of the train's way with incredible speed. Everyone is taken care of to ensure that they are behind the lines to ensure safety.

Quality of Experience
The train is very close when moving through the venue. Closer that I expected but very safe!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Evening Food Tour : Khao San Road Experience
Evening Food Tour : Khao San Road Experience
Bangkok

I enjoyed the many different selections of food to experience.

Quality of Experience
Food
Such a selection of great food and all very reasonable in price.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Exception guide and driver!
Transport
Explore The Thailand Heritage
Explore The Thailand Heritage
Bangkok

The Temples and learning Thai culture and architecture was incredible!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ms P Leena was exceptional with her explanation of the Temples and how Colonial, Cambodian and Chinese architecture are intertwined.
Transport
My driver, Chen, in Bangkok was exceptional and professional. What an experience riding with him traveling in Bangkok!
Local specialist: Benjamin Visham
Benjamin
Benjamin Visham
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Jun 01, 2026

Thank you so much for your incredible feedback and kind words. It was a pleasure helping create such a memorable Thailand journey for you.

I’m delighted to hear how much you enjoyed the culture, experiences, food, and hospitality throughout your trip. Your appreciation means a great deal, and I’m especially happy to know the personal support and attention to detail helped make your experience even more special.

Thank you again for your trust, and I hope to welcome you back to Thailand in the future.

We just returned from Thailand and it was abs...
Thailand | May 14 - May 22, 2026

Dawn
Dawn M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on May 23, 2026
We just returned from Thailand and it was absolutely amazing. From the start of the planning of the trip to the day we returned. Elena my trip advisor had everything planned perfectly from the private car pick ups to the sight seeing tours, cultural experiences, and island jumping to Phuket. I actually broke my foot in the airportdeplaning the airline that took us to Phuket and although I didn't get to attend everything Elena had planned for us in the itinerary I still enjoyed the ambiance,... Read more

We just returned from Thailand and it was absolutely amazing. From the start of the planning of the trip to the day we returned. Elena my trip advisor had everything planned perfectly from the private car pick ups to the sight seeing tours, cultural experiences, and island jumping to Phuket. I actually broke my foot in the airportdeplaning the airline that took us to Phuket and although I didn't get to attend everything Elena had planned for us in the itinerary I still enjoyed the ambiance, environment and atmosphere. Our tour guide Pom was fantastic, I love his people personality. He was very informative, taking us to some great temples and eatery places. This was definitely one of my favorite trips thanks to Elena and pom.

Hotel Reviews
Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Samut Prakan
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Thavorn Beach Village Resort & Spa
Phuket
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Mode Sathorn Hotel Bangkok
Bangkok
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Local specialist: Elena Nguyen
Elena
Elena Nguyen
Local specialist in Vietnam | Replied on May 30, 2026
Hi Dawn, Thank you so much for your lovely review! It was truly a pleasure helping you and your family plan this special trip to Thailand. I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the journey despite the unexpected foot injury. I was sorry that happened, but I admire how positive you remained throughout the trip and am glad you were still able to experience so much of what Thailand has to offer. Pom will be delighted to hear your kind words as well - I know he loved showing you around! Thank... Read more

Hi Dawn,

Thank you so much for your lovely review! It was truly a pleasure helping you and your family plan this special trip to Thailand.

I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the journey despite the unexpected foot injury. I was sorry that happened, but I admire how positive you remained throughout the trip and am glad you were still able to experience so much of what Thailand has to offer.

Pom will be delighted to hear your kind words as well - I know he loved showing you around!

Thank you again for trusting me with your travels. Wishing you a speedy recovery and all the very best. I hope our paths cross again for another adventure in the future!

Warm regards,
Elena

Everything from the planning stages until fly...
Thailand | May 8 - May 21, 2026

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Jeff G.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Everything from the planning stages until flying home at the end of our trip was seamless and well executed by kimkim. I started working with Hoa during the planning and booking but then Phuong stepped in before the trip and they were both wonderful. We had a great time with our guide Ron and driver Cow in Bangkok and Kanchanaburi. The excursions to the Elephant sanctuary and pig island/snorkeling was also great. Thank you so much!

Local specialist: Phuong Nguyen
Phuong
Phuong Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam | Replied on May 25, 2026
Hi Jeff,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us!
It was truly a pleasure hosting your Thailand journey alongside Hoa, and I’m so happy to hear everything went smoothly from beginning to end. Knowing that you and your family had such a wonderful time throughout the trip genuinely means a lot to us💛.
Thank you again for trusting us with your vacation and allowing us to be part of these special memories. We’d absolutely love to help you...
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Hi Jeff,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us!
It was truly a pleasure hosting your Thailand journey alongside Hoa, and I’m so happy to hear everything went smoothly from beginning to end. Knowing that you and your family had such a wonderful time throughout the trip genuinely means a lot to us💛.
Thank you again for trusting us with your vacation and allowing us to be part of these special memories. We’d absolutely love to help you plan another adventure in the future whenever you’re ready.
Wishing you and your family all the very best until then!
Warmest,
Phuong & Exotic Voyages Team

Memorable Mom and Daughter Trip
Thailand | May 1 - May 11, 2026

Jennifer
Jennifer J.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on May 21, 2026
My 21 year-old daughter and I had an exciting and memorable trip to Bangkok and northern Thailand. Bella was very responsive to our requests to see the beautiful temples, eat delicious street food and explore nature. Our tour guides and drivers in Bangkok, Chiang Rai, Pai and Chiang Mai were kind and knowledgeable. Read more

My 21 year-old daughter and I had an exciting and memorable trip to Bangkok and northern Thailand. Bella was very responsive to our requests to see the beautiful temples, eat delicious street food and explore nature. Our tour guides and drivers in Bangkok, Chiang Rai, Pai and Chiang Mai were kind and knowledgeable.

Hotel Reviews
The Park Nine Suvarnabhumi
Bangkok

Conveniently located near airport but very comfortable.

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The Quarter Pai hotel

I really liked how this hotel was surrounded by nature but was walking distance to the center of town. Pretty hotel grounds with big trees and chirping birds.

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Buri Sriping Riverside Resort & Spa
Chiang Mai

Beautifully decorated lobby and rooms. The staff is very kind and helpful.

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Mora Boutique Hotel

Great location. Walking distance to night market and town center. Beautiful and spacious rooms.

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Nysa Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
Bangkok

Great location and very clean. Nice pool.

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Activity Reviews
Chiang Mai Night Market visit with local guide
Chiang Mai Night Market visit with local guide
Chiang Mai

A lot of fun! Tried new dishes. Our tour guide was terrific.

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Famous Golden Triangle Exploration
Famous Golden Triangle Exploration
Thailand

Thus wasn’t on my radar but was do happily surprised by the history I learned about the region and neighboring countries.

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Welcome to Chiang Rai and highlights visit
Welcome to Chiang Rai and highlights visit
Chiang Rai

An unforgettable experience exploring the white and blue temples and black house. Also loved the tour of the Golden Triangle. I learned so much history!

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Yaowarat Street Food Tour (Chinatown)
Yaowarat Street Food Tour (Chinatown)
Bangkok

Our tour guide was great but it was a little too crowded for my daughter and I. The food was delicious.

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Food
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Bangkok Highlights Exploration
Bangkok Highlights Exploration
Bangkok

The tour guide was wonderful - very knowledgeable and kind.

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Local specialist: Bella Saung
Bella
Bella Saung
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on May 21, 2026

Dear Jennifer
Thank you so much for your lovely review with all details reviews about hotels accommodations, activities and others experience. It was truly a pleasure helping you and your daughter discover Bangkok and Northern Thailand. Thank you again for working with me and I hope to welcome you back to Thailand again in the future.

Warm regards,
Bella

The entire trip was great, especially as our ...
Thailand | Apr 14 - Apr 26, 2026

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Sam Ash A.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

The entire trip was great, especially as our first time in Asia. We were met with warm welcomes from the moment we arrived to when it was time to leave. Phuong and her team were great. Our greeter, tour guide for the night food tasting was also great and allowed us to make the stops we needed. The entire team was able to also accommodate changes to our trip due to my husbands unexpected ankle injury prior to us traveling. Overall a great experience and we will use KimKim again for our next SouthEast Asia adventure!

Local specialist: Phuong Nguyen
Phuong
Phuong Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam | Replied on May 01, 2026

Hi Ashley,
Thank you so much for your lovely words. I’m so glad to hear you had such a great first trip to Asia!
It was truly a pleasure helping with your journey, and I’m happy we could adjust things smoothly to make travel more comfortable for Sam’s ankle. I’ll also be sure to share your kind comments with the whole team.
Thank you again for trusting us, and I hope we can help with another Southeast Asia adventure someday!
Best wishes until next time ❤️
Phuong

Great, but lots of commuting.
Thailand | Apr 5 - Apr 15, 2026

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Christopher T.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

The only complaint is there was too much commute time on this trip.

Local specialist: Minah Trinh

Culture, Food, Spirit and Beach
Thailand | Apr 4 - Apr 17, 2026

Anne Carole
Anne Carole M.
Switzerland | Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026
I traveled with my 15 years old daughter and we had an amazing time in Thailand. Food tour with Keng - a must! Thank you for all your interesting informations about the culture. Kanchanaburi with Ao - such a passionate person! Erawan Waterfalls 🎉. Ayutthaya with Bom visiting the ruins of the temple - and thanks for the stop in a 7-eleven where you knew about the best ramen 😂 my daughter loved it! Chiang Rai visiting the golden triangle - a historical fact and interesting... Read more

I traveled with my 15 years old daughter and we had an amazing time in Thailand.

Food tour with Keng - a must! Thank you for all your interesting informations about the culture.

Kanchanaburi with Ao - such a passionate person! Erawan Waterfalls 🎉.

Ayutthaya with Bom visiting the ruins of the temple - and thanks for the stop in a 7-eleven where you knew about the best ramen 😂 my daughter loved it!

Chiang Rai visiting the golden triangle - a historical fact and interesting history.

Chiang Mai - I loved the trekking including seeing the snake on the tree 😬

And at the end 4 beautiful days in Phuket at Kata Noi Beach.

Jeab organized everything for us and - it was a great trip! We appreciated it a lot!

Hotel Reviews
Katathani Phuket Beach Resort
Phuket

Lots of pools and restaurants, staff is very friendly

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Amata Lanna Village
Chiang Mai

Lovely hotel

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The Legend Chiang Rai Boutique River Resort & Spa
Chieng Rai
U Inchantree Kanchanaburi Hotel
Kanchanaburi

A lovely place and great service

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Pullman Bangkok Hotel G
Bangkok
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Activity Reviews
Phuket Island Hopping by Luxury Long-tail (Private)
Phuket Island Hopping by Luxury Long-tail (Private)
Phuket

The description of the tour sounds nicer than it is. No inflatable mattress or others, boats are very old and not very clean, they had to look for life jackets as most of them were broken. After we wanted to leave the first island earlier (beach was full of waste) we had to wait 30 minutes as our boat was gone (maybe for other passengers?) Pictures of this trip look amazing but in reality it’s different.

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Doi Inthanon National Park Trekking
Doi Inthanon National Park Trekking
Chiang Mai

Great tour!

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Food
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Elephant Day Care at Patara Elephant Farm
Elephant Day Care at Patara Elephant Farm
Chiang Mai

Unfortunately they didn’t tell us a lot about this place and the elephants. If you want a lot of pictures with elephants, it’s the tour you have to make.

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Half Day Doi Suthep Temple Tour
Half Day Doi Suthep Temple Tour
Chiang Mai
Khantoke Dinner
Khantoke Dinner
Chiang Mai

The dancers are from a dance school. A nice evening. Very touristy

Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai via Wat Rong Khun (v.v)
Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai via Wat Rong Khun (v.v)
Thailand

We loved the white temple as it is a modern version of a temple

Golden Triangle and Mekong River Boat (Private)
Golden Triangle and Mekong River Boat (Private)
Chiang Rai
Kanchanaburi - Ayutthaya and drop at Don Muang Airport (Private)
Kanchanaburi - Ayutthaya and drop at Don Muang Airport (Private)
Thailand
Quality of Experience
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Erawan Waterfall, Hellfire Pass (Private)
Erawan Waterfall, Hellfire Pass (Private)
Kanchanaburi

Great tour! And refreshing!

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Food
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Maeklong Railway & Damnoen Saduak Floating Markets
Maeklong Railway & Damnoen Saduak Floating Markets
Bangkok

Would absolutely recommend the Floating Market.

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Full Day Bangkok City Safari with lunch (Private)
Full Day Bangkok City Safari with lunch (Private)
Bangkok
Michelin Guide Street Food by Tuk Tuk
Michelin Guide Street Food by Tuk Tuk
Bangkok

A must! Great food tour try and places where I never would have been.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They knew exactly where to go - we had a food-lover-guide! Great!
Transport
Local specialist: Jeab Kwanchanok
Jeab
Jeab Kwanchanok
Local specialist in Austral NSW, Australia | Replied on Apr 26, 2026
Hi Carole, I hope you both are well rested after your trip. Thank you so much for taking the time to review the trip plan and share your feedback. I truly appreciate it. I will definitely pass along your positive comments to our guides, and I will also share your constructive feedback with our suppliers so they can continue improving their services. My goal is always to provide you with the best possible travel experience, and your input helps us do that. If you ever plan another trip in... Read more

Hi Carole,

I hope you both are well rested after your trip.

Thank you so much for taking the time to review the trip plan and share your feedback. I truly appreciate it. I will definitely pass along your positive comments to our guides, and I will also share your constructive feedback with our suppliers so they can continue improving their services.

My goal is always to provide you with the best possible travel experience, and your input helps us do that.

If you ever plan another trip in the future, please feel free to reach out to me and Kimkim again.

Thank you so much!

Best regards,
Jeab

We had a great experience working with Bella ...
Thailand | Oct 25 - Nov 3, 2025

Bryan
Bryan H.
Salt Lake City, UT | Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026
We had a great experience working with Bella through KimKim for our trip to Thailand. This was our first time using a service like this, and honestly, it exceeded our expectations. Bella was extremely responsive from the start and did a great job collaborating with us to build an itinerary that actually fit our family—not some cookie-cutter plan. She was flexible, attentive, and made adjustments along the way so everything felt dialed in. One of the biggest highlights for us was having... Read more

We had a great experience working with Bella through KimKim for our trip to Thailand. This was our first time using a service like this, and honestly, it exceeded our expectations.

Bella was extremely responsive from the start and did a great job collaborating with us to build an itinerary that actually fit our family—not some cookie-cutter plan. She was flexible, attentive, and made adjustments along the way so everything felt dialed in.

One of the biggest highlights for us was having local guides. That completely changed the experience. Instead of feeling like tourists trying to figure things out, we always felt taken care of and confident in where we were going and what we were doing. It took a lot of the stress out of traveling and allowed us to actually be present and enjoy the experience.

Overall, it made the trip smoother, more meaningful, and honestly more fun. We’re already talking about going back to Thailand—and we’d absolutely work with Bella again.

Hotel Reviews
Silom Serene Hotel
Bangkok

Hotel was nice but felt a little dated. A guest on our floor was smoking and it got in the vents. No big deal but not ideal.

Buri Sriping Riverside Resort & Spa
Chiang Mai

Very classy hotel.

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Holiday Aonang Beach Resort
Krabi

Perfect location, excellent food and resort.

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Activity Reviews
Hong Island trip by Speed Boat!
Hong Island trip by Speed Boat!
Thailand

Fucking awesome.

Welcome and Temple Treasures of Chiang Mai
Welcome and Temple Treasures of Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
Hot spring & Emerald Lagoon tour & Tiger Temple with lunch
Hot spring & Emerald Lagoon tour & Tiger Temple with lunch
Thailand
A visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Mae Klong Railway market
A visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Mae Klong Railway market
Bangkok

I thought it was going to be different. It was okay but nothing amazing.

Half-Day Cycling in Chiang Mai!
Half-Day Cycling in Chiang Mai!
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Cooking Class Experience-Small Group
Chiang Mai Cooking Class Experience-Small Group
Chiang Mai

Amazing experience and so much fun.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
5 Islands Sunset Cruise with Kayaking and Swimming in Bio-luminescence!
5 Islands Sunset Cruise with Kayaking and Swimming in Bio-luminescence!
Thailand

One of the best experiences.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Bella Saung
Bella
Bella Saung
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Apr 19, 2026

Dear Bryan,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review—it truly means a lot. It was a real pleasure working with you and your family to plan this journey, and I’m so glad the itinerary felt personal and well suited to your travel style. I’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to the team, especially our wonderful guides—they’ll be very happy to hear this.
Thanks again, and I hope our paths cross again someday!
Best regards from Thailand,
Bella

One-stop shop, good service and services
Thailand | Apr 5 - Apr 11, 2026

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Toria S.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026
I was a little hesitant to use Kimkim because I hadn't heard of it and couldn't quite tell even what it was. First, I want to assure anyone reading this that it is a totally legit site/service! I think people from different agencies can sign up on the platform, and they receive the benefit of Kimkim marketing and receive inquiries from the Kimkim site. Meaning, our agent was not "from" Kimkim but rather used their platform. This is not a bad thing! We got a local agent but with a really good... Read more

I was a little hesitant to use Kimkim because I hadn't heard of it and couldn't quite tell even what it was. First, I want to assure anyone reading this that it is a totally legit site/service! I think people from different agencies can sign up on the platform, and they receive the benefit of Kimkim marketing and receive inquiries from the Kimkim site. Meaning, our agent was not "from" Kimkim but rather used their platform. This is not a bad thing! We got a local agent but with a really good communication platform and app.

For the actual trip planning, we first thought we would use Kimkim for our entire trip, but I ended up wanting more direct say over our flights and hotels. So I planned those myself. But even after I did that, Bella asked if she could still help to plan our trip. She was mostly responsive (delays over the weekend and of course due to time zone), and we had our final plans a number of days in advance (maybe a bit late for anxious planners, but I am not so that was fine for us).

As for the actual activities:

Pickups/dropoffs: They were hit or miss. It was a little tough finding people at the airports, and there was some waiting involved. (Find them, wait around, be walked to a door, wait for the van.) In my other trips, a person met us coming out of security and walked us straight to the vehicle. BKK is a much larger airport, but there were even some delays in Phuket (where the transportation service went to the international terminal instead of the domestic terminal, even though we had arrived from Bangkok). The vehicles were also hit or miss -- some nice and new, other older ones and one even with some cobwebs around the curtains. I liked that we generally had the same drivers each day so we could spot them and vice versa. I'd give a 3/5 for transportation.

Longtail Boat Canal Tour: This was fun, a nice way to see different parts of the city. We stopped at a cute market and got to see some sights from the water. Our boat was fine, and we enjoyed that we had a private boat so we could come and go as we liked. 5/5

Midnight Tuk-Tuk Food Tour (Bangkok): We loved this! Ice the guide was amazing - funny and informative. We covered a lot of ground, ate some delicious food, and got to see Bangkok in a different way than we had before. Highly recommend! 5/5

Half-Day Temple Tour: It was very hot this day, and we with our kids wanted to kind of speed it along. Our tour guide did not read the room very well. We kept asking him to go faster or leave certain sites earlier, but he kept on talking. SO much. Even in the van. This made the tour a little frustrating, as we wanted a more abbreviated version given the heat and our personal travel preferences. But we did see some nice sites, so we were glad for that. 3/5

Island hopper boat tour: We have done similar trips where we have a private boat and visit different locations in a number of different countries. We visited the Khai islands because we didn't want to travel too far from Phuket. I'm honestly not sure I would recommend this for travelers. We only got out of the boat at one of the islands. It was pretty but very commercial. The crew led us to their favorite vendors, and we did end up having a nice relaxing time. But I wouldn't call these islands "must see." The snorkeling is terrible, not even worth trying because there is nothing to see at all. I might have seen 1-2 fish. Also, in our prior trips, the boat itself was part of the fun. You could tan on a ledge, hang out on a swimming mat or tubes attached to the boat, dive, from its side. This boat was for "transportation", not fun. Its only purpose was to drive us around, very industrial and no amenities at all on or with the boat. (Life jackets and snorkels/masks.) We were disappointed. We did love the lunch on a floating dock, and the crew was quite good. Funny and engaging. But there was no food and no place to even lay outside on the boat. 3/5.

General: It was easy to work with Kimkim. I did really like their app and the convenience of having everything in one place. Bella communicated well with us and reminded us for things like travel documents. We had local contacts everyplace we went, so we felt well connect and knew whom to contact if we needed anything. I would probably use them again, but I would be more specific about what we wanted, to ensure that the services met our expectations in real life.

Local specialist: Bella Saung
Bella
Bella Saung
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Apr 27, 2026
Dear Toria, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful and detailed review. I truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback—it is very valuable to us. Thank you as well for your suggestions; they will help us continue improving our service, and we will certainly take them into action. Regarding the communication, I truly appreciate your understanding. As your trip was customized with hotels and flights arranged independently, it required a few additional steps on our side to... Read more

Dear Toria,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful and detailed review. I truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback—it is very valuable to us. Thank you as well for your suggestions; they will help us continue improving our service, and we will certainly take them into action. Regarding the communication, I truly appreciate your understanding. As your trip was customized with hotels and flights arranged independently, it required a few additional steps on our side to coordinate all the details carefully with our team to ensure everything ran smoothly throughout your journey. I’m very happy to hear that you had a great time during your trip. I sincerely hope to assist you again for another beautiful journey in the future with KimKim.

Warmest wishes from Thailand,
Bella

Truly Great Customer Service and Experienced Guides
Thailand | Feb 5 - Feb 14, 2026

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Francisco B.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026
Took my trip to Thailand back in February 2026. Kimkim takes and holds your hand every step of the way. The guides, the personalized excursion, and the quality of service was simply flawless. The team at Kimkim, Bella and Tina, were there for whenever I needed them. You're in great hands with them. The guides felt genuinely happy to be there, and often went the extra mile to make our trip as smooth as possible. Thank you, Mr. Betty, for a spectacular tour of Bangkok! Read more

Took my trip to Thailand back in February 2026. Kimkim takes and holds your hand every step of the way. The guides, the personalized excursion, and the quality of service was simply flawless. The team at Kimkim, Bella and Tina, were there for whenever I needed them. You're in great hands with them. The guides felt genuinely happy to be there, and often went the extra mile to make our trip as smooth as possible. Thank you, Mr. Betty, for a spectacular tour of Bangkok!

Hotel Reviews
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach - SHA Extra Plus

This place is a true gem, beautiful inside and outside.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping
Chiang Mai

Very professional staff, very clean facilities, excellent spot in town.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
DusitD2 Samyan Bangkok
Bangkok

Clean rooms, great customer service, amazing food.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Bella Saung
Bella
Bella Saung
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Apr 18, 2026

Dear Francisco,
Thank you so much for your kind message and for sharing your experience in Thailand!
I’m truly happy to hear that everything; from the guides to the personalized excursions which met your expectations and made your trip memorable. I’ll be sure to share your lovely feedback with Tina and especially with our guide Mr. Betty, he will be very happy to hear this! Wishing you many more wonderful travels ahead, and I hope to welcome you back to Thailand again in the future!
Best regards
Bella

Great professional travel host and guide
Thailand | Apr 2 - Apr 10, 2026

宜蔚
宜蔚 李.
Australia | Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
I booked my trip to Thailand literally 10 days before departure and it couldn't have happened without the support and guidance from Phuong. All questions were answered promptly and everything was taken great care of, from drafting initial itinerary, finalizing itinerary, providing tips and details of the trip to checking in with me everytime I was in a new city. From the moment I landed there wasn't a moment I felt out of place or didn't know what to expect for each day of my trip. Day 2 of... Read more

I booked my trip to Thailand literally 10 days before departure and it couldn't have happened without the support and guidance from Phuong. All questions were answered promptly and everything was taken great care of, from drafting initial itinerary, finalizing itinerary, providing tips and details of the trip to checking in with me everytime I was in a new city. From the moment I landed there wasn't a moment I felt out of place or didn't know what to expect for each day of my trip. Day 2 of the trip was my birthday and I lost count of the cakes I got from the hotels and local guide.

Shout out to Pong, my local guide in Northern Thailand who did her job with great care and attention to detail. She felt like a local friend than someone who only wants to tick the boxes to get the job done. Thanks to her I had a relaxed time in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai which was what I needed.

Thank you again Phuong and Pong for putting together a trip so well and making it a memorable one. Less than a week back and I am already missing Thailand!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Once Bangkok
Bangkok
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riva Vista Riverfront Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
De Chai The Colonial Hotel & Spa
Chiang Mai
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Back to The Glorious Days of Ayutthaya Kingdom
Back to The Glorious Days of Ayutthaya Kingdom
Bangkok
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half day Klong Tour
Half day Klong Tour
Bangkok
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Railway Market & Floating Market
Railway Market & Floating Market
Bangkok
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Night Street Food Tour After Dark by Tuk Tuk
Night Street Food Tour After Dark by Tuk Tuk
Bangkok
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Golden Triangle - Boat trip on Mekong River & Mae Sai
Golden Triangle - Boat trip on Mekong River & Mae Sai
Chiang Rai
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
 Chiang Mai - Chiang Rai - Exploring The Temples
Chiang Mai - Chiang Rai - Exploring The Temples
Thailand
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Araksa Tea Experience & Adventure at Sri Lanna National Park
Araksa Tea Experience & Adventure at Sri Lanna National Park
Chiang Mai
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Charming Night And Night Street Food Tasting
Charming Night And Night Street Food Tasting
Chiang Mai
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary (Morning session)
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary (Morning session)
Chiang Mai
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Phuong Nguyen
Phuong
Phuong Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam | Replied on Apr 16, 2026

Hi Queenie,
Thanks so much for your kind words💛
I’m really glad everything came together smoothly and that you had such a special birthday in Thailand 🎂✨ I’ll be sure to pass your lovely feedback on to Pong as well; she’ll be so happy to hear it.
It was a pleasure planning your trip, and I’d love to help again whenever you’re ready for your next adventure!
Warmest,
Phuong & Exotic Voyages Team

Use Kimkim to take the stress out of your vacation
Thailand | Mar 13 - Mar 29, 2026

Alicia
Alicia S.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Apr 07, 2026
We are so happy we used Kimkim! Not only did it make our travel seamless, we received quick responses if any issues or questions did arise. Starting with getting picked up at the airport - our guide assisted us with checking into our first resort and gave us wonderful tips and directions. We traveled to multiple island while there and all transfers (including tuk tuks, longtail boats, ferries and vans) went without a hitch. 3 of the resorts we stayed at were amazing. Burasari in... Read more

We are so happy we used Kimkim! Not only did it make our travel seamless, we received quick responses if any issues or questions did arise. Starting with getting picked up at the airport - our guide assisted us with checking into our first resort and gave us wonderful tips and directions. We traveled to multiple island while there and all transfers (including tuk tuks, longtail boats, ferries and vans) went without a hitch. 3 of the resorts we stayed at were amazing. Burasari in Phuket and Rawi Warin in Ko Lanta were great! Even saw wild monkeys in Ko Lanta! Our last resort was Koh Jum Beach Villas and we cannot say enough about how fantastic this place is! We had a couple of great island tours. The food tour in Old Town Phuket was beyond fantastic. The guide was amazing and we got to see so much! KimKim and especially Kien really took the stress out of our vacation. We will definitely will use them again!

Hotel Reviews
Koh Jum Beach Villas
Krabi

If I could give this more stars, I would. This place made me feel like I was on White Lotus. We were greeted the moment we stepped off the transport and given a full rundown of the resort and our room. The grounds are AMAZING. The beach was almost deserted and water was clear as could be. Easy to walk out pretty far and so many shells on the beach to look at. The sounds of the cicadas and birds were hypnotizing! We often had the pool to ourselves as well. The food is fabulous and the staff was attentive. This is off the beaten track, but we felt so tranquil here that we didn't get bored. The villas were magical - views of the ocean and the gorgeous flora. Did I mention the wine cellar? They will give you a tour - very well stocked. We would return here in a heartbeat! Great way to end our lovely Thailand trip.

Authenticity & Character
Just wow! The villas fully opened up during the day (staff will open up in the morning and shut things down in the evening) and shuts up for mosquito time. The views from anywhere are amazing. Whether it's a beach view or of the grounds, it is all beautiful!
Location
So serene. It's in the sticks, but a beautiful sandy beach that feels like it belongs only to you. The grounds are amazing! Can't say enough about the beauty here.
Staff
Took care of every need we had and were super friendly. Cleaning staff were like little faeries. Every time we came back from the pool or breakfast, our room was ready. The restaurant and bar staff were friendly and waited on us hand and foot. We even saw them comforting and playing with a baby while the rest of the family dined. From check in to check out - they were on it!
Cleanliness & Comfort
So comfortable. Outdoor shower was great and the mini kitchen well stocked. Spotless everywhere.
Rawi Warin Resort & Spa
Chiang Mai

This was a beautiful resort. Rooms were great. Comfy beds, clean and great mini bar selections. This resort is very hilly, lots of stairs. This wasn't a big issue and you can call at any time for a tuk tuk to give you a ride. Food was excellent. Best part was seeing wild monkeys right outside our room. The grounds are beautiful and on the beach.

Authenticity & Character
Just beautiful. Monkeys and Water Monitor lizards in the koi pond. Lush grounds and beautiful pools.
Location
It is on the beach and you can walk down the beach to other spots if you want.
Staff
Always willing to help with a smile.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds were super comfortable. Not a lot of storage space, but everything else made up for it.
Phi Phi Natural Resort
Krabi

This place could use a bit of updating to be amazing. It was a bit worn down and the food was ok. It is a bit off the beaten path so not a lot to do. No poolside service, which would have helped a lot. The resort didn't work well with Kimkim on honoring our excursions (Kimkim promptly refunded us!) and weren't the most attentive. The restaurant staff was great, but the food was not fabulous, nor was it bad. Beds were hard as rocks and the pillows left much to be desired. Pretty scenery however.

Authenticity & Character
The rooms were cute and views excellent. Just a bit worn looking.
Location
Pretty - but not much to do in the area.
Staff
Restaurant staff was great and front desk was OK.
Cleanliness & Comfort
A bit aged.
Burasari Phuket
Patong, Phuket, Thailand

We really enjoyed this resort. Super easy to walk to the beach and to other fun spots in Phuket. The staff was excellent and the food was amazing! The resort and pools are beautiful and feel like a little oasis in the middle of the city. There are two 2 for 1 happy hours - we didn't miss out on those! We enjoyed the hotel spa - went twice. Great place to stay and highly recommend!

Authenticity & Character
Very serene and loved the pools. Lots of vegetation and beautifully lit at night.
Location
So close to the beach and short walk to Bangla Road.
Staff
Always willing to help with any needs and were greeted by all.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable.
Activity Reviews
Maya Bay Adventure by Private Long-Tail Boat
Maya Bay Adventure by Private Long-Tail Boat
Ko Phi Phi

This area is so beautiful. There are a few stops here and are all breathtaking. Highly recommend!

Quality of Experience
Just a gorgeous experience.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was sweet and safe. A little language barrier, but he got his points across.
Transport
Longtail boats are cool. :)
Phuket Old Town and Peranakan Food Trail
Phuket Old Town and Peranakan Food Trail
Phuket

This was so cool! We got to go to a market and see how the local shop. We sampled food as a local would and it was all amazing. Our guide was fabulous and very informative.

Quality of Experience
Felt like a local.
Food
Local food and local people. Fun experience that is so worth it!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was great and our transportation was seamless. Our guide was the sweetest and taught us so much.
Transport
Comfortable van and air conditioned! (It was super hot)
John Gray's sea canoe - Hong by Starlight - Joining excursion
John Gray's sea canoe - Hong by Starlight - Joining excursion
Phuket

This was so cool! We saw so many pretty islands and the canoe trip was amazing! So beautiful.

Quality of Experience
So beautiful!
Food
Food was good.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was informative and sweet. He even gave me a little woven ring!
Transport
Nice boat and guides were great.
Local specialist: Kien Nguyen
Kien
Kien Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam | Replied on Apr 09, 2026
Hi Alicia, Thank you so much for taking the time to share this, it truly means a lot to me. I’m really happy to hear that the trip felt smooth and stress-free from start to finish, especially with all the different transfers and destinations involved. That’s always one of my biggest priorities when designing a journey like this . It’s wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed places like Burasari, Rawi Warin, and especially Koh Jum Beach Villas. That last one is such a special spot, and I’m... Read more

Hi Alicia,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this, it truly means a lot to me.

I’m really happy to hear that the trip felt smooth and stress-free from start to finish, especially with all the different transfers and destinations involved. That’s always one of my biggest priorities when designing a journey like this .

It’s wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed places like Burasari, Rawi Warin, and especially Koh Jum Beach Villas. That last one is such a special spot, and I’m so glad it gave you that peaceful, almost unreal feeling to end the trip.

I also really appreciate your honest feedback on Phi Phi Natural Resort. Thank you for sharing that so clearly. I’ll definitely take this into account when recommending options in that area moving forward. I’m glad we were able to step in quickly and take care of the excursion issue for you as well.

And I loved reading about the experiences, especially the Phuket food tour and the island days. Those are exactly the kinds of moments I always hope will stand out.

Thank you again for trusting me with your trip, it truly was a pleasure helping you put this together. And whenever you start thinking about your next adventure, I’d be more than happy to help again.

Warmly,
Kien

Great support in helping us organise such a m...
Thailand | Mar 28 - Apr 3, 2026

Meredith
Meredith W.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Apr 07, 2026
Great support in helping us organise such a memorable trip! Read more

Great support in helping us organise such a memorable trip!

Hotel Review
Anantara Hua Hin Resort
Prachuap Khiri Khan

Absolutely stunning property, one of a kind space.

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Local specialist: Bella Saung
Bella
Bella Saung
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Apr 08, 2026

Dear Meredith

Thank you so much for your trip feedbacks and details reviews for the service.
I do hope that I might have the next chance for your coming trip in the future!
Thanks again from Thailand!
Bella

Amazing Thailand Trip
Thailand | Mar 19 - Mar 27, 2026

David
David H.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Apr 04, 2026
Benjamin created an affordable and amazing itinerary for Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket. We really enjoyed the diverse food, shopping cultural sites, and nightlife in Bangkok. Kodalay Seafood Buffet was our culinary highlight, great seafood by the river. Transportation from airports to various destinations were seamless. Elephant Sanctuary tour in Phuket was an amazing experience feeding and walking amongst the elephants in their natural habitat. Also spent time on the beautiful beaches in... Read more

Benjamin created an affordable and amazing itinerary for Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket. We really enjoyed the diverse food, shopping cultural sites, and nightlife in Bangkok. Kodalay Seafood Buffet was our culinary highlight, great seafood by the river.

Transportation from airports to various destinations were seamless. Elephant Sanctuary tour in Phuket was an amazing experience feeding and walking amongst the elephants in their natural habitat. Also spent time on the beautiful beaches in Phuket and island hopping to Maya Bay.

Benjamin was always available to help in booking extra room or when I lost my wallet and key card. I would highly recommend him for any trip to Thailand.

Local specialist: Benjamin Visham
Benjamin
Benjamin Visham
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Apr 05, 2026

Thank you so much, David, for your kind words. It was a pleasure planning and assisting with your trip, and I look forward to creating another memorable experience for you in Thailand.

We had an amazing time on our Thailand advent...
Thailand | Mar 20 - Mar 28, 2026

Katie
Katie E.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

We had an amazing time on our Thailand adventure! Pom was our guide in Bangkok and was fun and knowledeable. Mona was our guide in Chiang Mai and was kind and knowledgable. We had an amazing time in Phuket and highly recommend the sea canoe tour. Our guides were fun and engaging and the views were gorgeous. Hoa was exceptional and did a great job coordinating to make this vacation incredible!

Local specialist: Hoa Tran
Hoa
Hoa Tran
Local specialist in Hanoi Vietnam | Replied on Apr 03, 2026
Hi Katie,
Thank you so much for your kind words - it truly means a lot! 💛 I’m so happy to hear you and the other ladies had such an amazing time in our land of smiles.
It’s wonderful to know Pom and Mona took great care of you in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, and that you enjoyed the sea canoe tour in Phuket! I’ll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback to all your guides; they’ll be delighted.
Thank you as well for your kind mention - I’m so glad I could help make your trip a memorable one. It...
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Hi Katie,
Thank you so much for your kind words - it truly means a lot! 💛 I’m so happy to hear you and the other ladies had such an amazing time in our land of smiles.
It’s wonderful to know Pom and Mona took great care of you in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, and that you enjoyed the sea canoe tour in Phuket! I’ll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback to all your guides; they’ll be delighted.
Thank you as well for your kind mention - I’m so glad I could help make your trip a memorable one. It was a real pleasure planning this journey for you, and I hope to welcome you all again in the future!
Warmest,
Hoa & Exotic Voyages Team

Pom was our first guide in Bangkok. He was v...
Thailand | Mar 20 - Mar 28, 2026

P
Paige I.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Pom was our first guide in Bangkok. He was very knowledgeable and full of positive energy! Read more

Pom was our first guide in Bangkok. He was very knowledgeable and full of positive energy!

Hotel Reviews
My Beach Resort
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Aksara Heritage
Chiang Mai
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Mode Sathorn Hotel Bangkok
Bangkok
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Hoa Tran
Hoa
Hoa Tran
Local specialist in Hanoi Vietnam | Replied on Apr 03, 2026

Hi Paige,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I couldn’t agree more about Pom - he truly is full of positive energy and knowledge, and one of our best guides in Bangkok.
I’ll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback to him; he’ll be delighted! I’m also so glad to hear you enjoyed the hotels I selected for your stay.
It was a pleasure hosting you and the ladies on this trip, and I hope to welcome you again one day!
Warm regards,
Hoa & Exotic Voyages Team

Hoa was an amazing trip coordinator
Thailand | Mar 5 - Mar 30, 2026

Pamela
Pamela K.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Hoa was an amazing trip coordinator and specialist. Her attention to detail was superb and we appreciated her handling all the details quickly and efficiently. She checked with us each step of the way while on our trip to ensure all was well and when we had an issue in Borneo she managed it efficiently as well! We spent a month touring SE Asia and during that time, we were very satisfied with the itinerary, the activities and the included meals. Thank you, Hoa for a job well done ! Read more

Hoa was an amazing trip coordinator and specialist. Her attention to detail was superb and we appreciated her handling all the details quickly and efficiently. She checked with us each step of the way while on our trip to ensure all was well and when we had an issue in Borneo she managed it efficiently as well! We spent a month touring SE Asia and during that time, we were very satisfied with the itinerary, the activities and the included meals. Thank you, Hoa for a job well done !

Hotel Review
Perkasa Hotel Mt. Kinabalu
Kundasang

We loved this hotel and were shocked that it was only rated as a 3 star. The setting was amazing - we felt like we were in the Alps! The room was well appointed and appeared to have been recently renovated- food was good as well!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Authentic Mekong Delta by Joining Speedboat
Authentic Mekong Delta by Joining Speedboat
Ho Chi Minh City

Seeing how people live along the River was wonderful. But the condition of the river was very sad. Water hyacinths clog the entire river suffocating fish life and making it nearly impossible for boat engines to, get through. Ho Chi Minh City is a beautiful city with nice restaurants and we enjoyed the hotel we stayed at. The value was good, but it was sad to see how people are forced to live along the River.

Quality of Experience
Get the Govt to clean up the River - it is an amazing resource !
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Our driver was great and the boat captain got through the delta…the long boat captains were also good. The river was so dilthy the further you went up river. Human waste, garbage, smells (ugh).
Fishermen Lifestyle at Cam Thanh Coconut Village by Basket Boat & Bicycle
Fishermen Lifestyle at Cam Thanh Coconut Village by Basket Boat & Bicycle
Hoi An

This day was great fun! Seeing how the locals fish, experiencing the basket boats through the water coconuts, lunch at a local home and finishing the evening in old time with the lantern lighting!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Onboarding - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay (Orchid Cruise)
Onboarding - Ha Long Bay - Lan Ha Bay (Orchid Cruise)
Ha Long Bay

One of our absolute favorites! The setting was welcoming and delightful to wake up to each day.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Hoa Tran
Hoa
Hoa Tran
Local specialist in Hanoi Vietnam | Replied on Apr 03, 2026
Dear Pam,
Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful review - it truly means a lot to our team and me 🥰I’m absolutely delighted to hear that you all had such a wonderful journey across Southeast Asia and that you were happy with the itinerary, activities, and overall experience.
Your kind words about my attention to detail and coordination mean so much - they truly make me love what I do even more, so thank you!
It’s also lovely to hear how much you enjoyed highlights like Ha Long Bay...
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Dear Pam,
Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful review - it truly means a lot to our team and me 🥰I’m absolutely delighted to hear that you all had such a wonderful journey across Southeast Asia and that you were happy with the itinerary, activities, and overall experience.
Your kind words about my attention to detail and coordination mean so much - they truly make me love what I do even more, so thank you!
It’s also lovely to hear how much you enjoyed highlights like Ha Long Bay and Hoi An, and that Perkasa Hotel exceeded your expectations. I really appreciate your honest feedback on the Mekong Delta as well - it’s very valuable, and I will certainly share it with our team.
It was a real pleasure planning, accompanying, and meeting you on this journey, and I hope to have the chance to welcome you and your friends again for another adventure in this part of the world! ✨
All my best,
Hoa & Exotic Voyages Team

We had an incredible vacation in Thailand. We...
Thailand | Mar 13 - Mar 21, 2026

Amy
Amy S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
We had an incredible vacation in Thailand. We went to Bangkok and Krabi. In Bangkok we had a guide, Annie, who did an amazing job of navigating the streets of Bangkok and taking the best pictures, ordering the best food and taking care to show us the temples, markets and culinary treats of the region.
In Krabi, we enjoyed the Following Giants Elephant Sanctuary, the guides were very knowledgeable and respectful about the care and treatment of the elephants.
Kayaking on the Khlong Nam was...
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We had an incredible vacation in Thailand. We went to Bangkok and Krabi. In Bangkok we had a guide, Annie, who did an amazing job of navigating the streets of Bangkok and taking the best pictures, ordering the best food and taking care to show us the temples, markets and culinary treats of the region.
In Krabi, we enjoyed the Following Giants Elephant Sanctuary, the guides were very knowledgeable and respectful about the care and treatment of the elephants.
Kayaking on the Khlong Nam was fantastic and we got an early start and had the place to ourselves before it got busy and we learned about pineapple farming as well as rubber and palm.
Phi Phi islands was also impressive, beautiful beaches and tasy lunch, guides were great.

Hotel Reviews
The ShellSea Krabi I Luxury Beach Resort & Pool Villas
Krabi

The room was comfortable and well stocked, daily breakfast was impressive. We ate at the on-site resturants three times and everything was good and there was always live entertainment that was talented, we had a great time.

Authenticity & Character
Location
on the beach but not close to anything else so we had to take transportation into Krabi.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
rooms were always cleaned and refreshed and stocked with water daily.
Nysa Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
Bangkok

Comfortable hotel, good location, daily breakfast was really good.

Authenticity & Character
Location
lots of restaurants to walk to, close to transportation
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
room was clean but the daily cleaning was always later in the day when we were back in our room.
Activity Reviews
Kayaking at Khlong Nam Sai and Pinapple Farm
Kayaking at Khlong Nam Sai and Pinapple Farm
Krabi

We went early, pick up around 7am and they gave us a delicious breakfast and we got on the water before anyone else was there. The water is so clear you can see the fish swimming. We had a guide and another person who took pictures for us and we were able to swim. Afterwards we saw the pineapple farm and also learned about rubber harvesting and palm oil.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Morning Jungle Walk with Elephants at Following Giants (Joining Tour)
Morning Jungle Walk with Elephants at Following Giants (Joining Tour)
Krabi

This was a place where you could tell everyone was really dedicated to the well being of the elephants and our guide Pim was especially knowledgable and respectful of how sensitive the elephants are. They are also forthcoming about the healing of intergenerational trauma for both the humans and the elephants.

Quality of Experience
Food
traditional thai dishes and fresh fruit
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Night Street Food Tour After Dark by Tuk Tuk
Night Street Food Tour After Dark by Tuk Tuk
Bangkok

We had a great time, exhilerating tuk tuk ride and great sites plus lots of great food. It started with rooftop beers at sunset and then Annie took us to the best street food stalls and china town, there was lots of great food, including coconut ice cream and she gave us mango sticky rice to go, we were surprised everything was included.

Quality of Experience
Food
everything was delicious-we had skewers, meatballs, pork and duck with noodles, pad thai, coconut ice cream, mango sticky rice and tried the chestnuts.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Annie picked the freshest tastiest dishes and was happy to take pictures of us at the landmarks
Transport
Local specialist: Hoa Tran
Hoa
Hoa Tran
Local specialist in Hanoi Vietnam | Replied on Apr 03, 2026

Hi Amy and Mike,
Thank you so much for your lovely review - I’m thrilled you had such an incredible time in Thailand ✨
I’m so glad Annie made your Bangkok experience special, and that you enjoyed the meaningful visit to the elephant sanctuary, peaceful kayaking, and the beauty of the Phi Phi Islands. I’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to all your guides - they’ll be very happy to hear this.
It was a pleasure planning your trip, and I hope to welcome you again one day! 💛
Best wishes,
Hoa

Kimkim and especially our travel agent Kien, ...
Thailand | Mar 6 - Mar 20, 2026

Kristin
Kristin R.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Kimkim and especially our travel agent Kien, made our trip to Thailand absolutely unforgettable. From start to finish, everything was flawlessly planned—our excursions, transfers, resorts, and especially our wedding were beyond anything we could have imagined. What truly stood out was how closely he listened to every detail of what we wanted. We shared that we were looking for adventure and not a typical tourist experience—we wanted to truly experience the beauty and culture of... Read more

Kimkim and especially our travel agent Kien, made our trip to Thailand absolutely unforgettable. From start to finish, everything was flawlessly planned—our excursions, transfers, resorts, and especially our wedding were beyond anything we could have imagined.

What truly stood out was how closely he listened to every detail of what we wanted. We shared that we were looking for adventure and not a typical tourist experience—we wanted to truly experience the beauty and culture of Thailand—and he absolutely nailed it. Every part of our itinerary felt authentic and intentional, and we loved being able to explore so many different areas, each with its own unique charm.

Every detail was handled with care, which allowed us to completely relax and enjoy every moment. Our wedding was simply magical, and we are so grateful for the thought and effort that went into making it so special. Thank you so much for truly making our wedding and honeymoon perfect.

Hotel Review
Paradise Koh Yao Resort

The resort was the prefect location for our wedding. Bee did an amazing job planning our special day and making sure every detail was perfect. She did an amazing job!! Nis, our fishing guide, went above and beyond to make sure we had an amazing day on the water and we absolutely did. Overall, the resort was the perfect way to end our vacation. Very relaxing, quiet and pretty much perfect.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Kien Nguyen
Kien
Kien Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam | Replied on Mar 31, 2026
Hi Kristin, Thank you so much for your beautiful review, and for sharing all those photos, they are absolutely gorgeous 😊 It was so special to see those moments come to life. I’m truly happy to hear that the trip and your wedding turned out just as you had hoped. From the very beginning, I could feel how important it was for you both to have something meaningful and not just a typical experience, so it means a lot to know it all came together that way. Your wedding at Paradise Koh Yao Noi... Read more

Hi Kristin,

Thank you so much for your beautiful review, and for sharing all those photos, they are absolutely gorgeous 😊 It was so special to see those moments come to life.

I’m truly happy to hear that the trip and your wedding turned out just as you had hoped. From the very beginning, I could feel how important it was for you both to have something meaningful and not just a typical experience, so it means a lot to know it all came together that way.

Your wedding at Paradise Koh Yao Noi looked incredible, and I’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Bee and Nis. They’ll be so happy to hear this.

Thank you again for trusting me with such an important journey. It was really a pleasure to plan this with you.

Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness together, and hopefully another adventure in the future!

Warmly,
Kien

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