Traveling to Costa Rica, Spain, or Portugal?! Let's make it happen!
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Having worked as a former flight attendant, I had the privilege of traveling to numerous countries. My twin brother, naturally, became my steadfast travel companion. From exploring castles, basking at the many beaches, and eating delicious food in the Iberian Peninsula countries of Spain and Portugal to venturing into Costa Rica, rich in biodiversity, I've had the opportunity to immerse myself in diverse cultures, savor new culinary delights, and connect with people from all walks of life.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"🇨🇷 Costa Rica 🌋 🌴 🦥
Costa Rica has memories of volcanoes, jungles, and beaches! It is truly the best place to do all things outdoors and adventure! My first mountain biking experience was near Arenal Volcano, which had stunning views of Arenal Lake! It was challenging but worth it! I will happily plan your perfect adventurous and outdoorsy experience, relaxing beach time, or a combo of both!
🇪🇸 Spain 🌞 🍷
My Iberian roots have led me back to Portugal and Spain, countries I love. Among the most unforgettable moments were a road trip to scenic mountain villages and exploring castles in remote towns. I've been fortunate to experience Spain's stunning mountains, tranquil Mediterranean coastlines, and rich history. Spain genuinely encapsulates enchantment, charm, and boundless adventure. I'm excited to start planning your trip to Spain!
🇵🇹 Portugal 🏰 🌊
Lagos (the Algarve region) in southern Portugal has one of the most beautiful coastlines, with picturesque views of the rock formations of Ponta da Piedade and Benagil Cave! I have many memories of running the cliff trails with my brother and the Atlantic Ocean in the background! It is truly a stunning and beautiful region! I look forward to planning your perfect adventure in Portugal!"
How did you get involved in travel?
"Growing up my family loved to travel and go on road trips! One favorite memory from my time in Spain involves a family road trip. We loved the small villages perched on cliffs, explored countryside castles and villages, and savored the best paella in Valencia. Seville, one of my favorite cities, captivated me with its rich history and visually stunning architecture. The abundance of sites and buildings in Seville left me in awe, all contributing to the core memories of Spain!"
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"On an unforgettable adventure in Monteverde, I hiked along the hanging bridges with a guide who pointed out a family of monkeys swinging gracefully through the trees. To my amazement, they eventually joined us on the bridges, climbing and leaping alongside me. Surrounded by dozens of these playful creatures, the moment became one of the most memorable experiences of the journey."
Adam's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
Best of Andalusia: Seville, Ronda & Málaga - 7 Days
This weeklong adventure takes you from Seville to Málaga through a beautiful section of Spain's southern coast. Along the route, you'll experience Andalusia's iconic "white...
Costa Rica Highlights: Arenal, Monteverde & Tamarindo - 8 Days
This eight-day trip to Costa Rica offers an array of adventures in a variety of landscapes, from the city to the cloud forest to the sea. Enjoy hiking near an active volcano,...
Barcelona, Granada & Seville - 10 days
See the cultural highlights of Spain's most captivating cities on this 10-day itinerary, showcasing Barcelona, Granada, and Sevilla. You'll start in Barcelona, fly to Granada,...
Family itineraries
Learn to catch a wave at Playa Tamarindo, one of Costa Rica's prime surfing spots, with a private lesson to learn the basics—or hone your skills—outside of a large group setting. Under the supervision of an experienced guide, surfing at Tamarindo is suitable for both novices and seasoned surfers...
Join a private guide and visit two of Seville's most important monuments: the Real Alcázar and the Seville Cathedral. You'll skip the long lines and enjoy a personalized experience that digs deep into the city's history and cultural heritage. Start at the Alcázar, a royal palace complex built...
Experience different eras of Portugal's history on this excursion that takes you to the favorite destinations of the Portuguese royal family. You'll be taken from Lisbon to Sintra, whose romanticist palaces and lush gardens have made it a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A guide will take you through...
Experience an exhilarating zip line adventure in the country where this thrilling activity was born! Your journey begins with an ascent, guiding you high above the jungle canopy via a network of trails and suspension bridges. Once securely fastened to a zip line cable, you'll zoom down several...
Experience two of Barcelona's modernist masterpieces with an experienced guide on this half-day exploration of Antoni Gaudí's greatest works. You'll start among Park Güell's whimsical statues, winding paths, and curved terraces as your guide points out hidden symbolism and secret corners. Then...
Dig deep into Spanish culture alongside your guide to enjoy a special evening of passionate flamenco, a stroll through an authentic Sevillian neighborhood, and delicious tapas and wine. Begin with a flamenco show in the historic Triana neighborhood (the birthplace of many renowned flamenco...
Recent trip reviews for Adam
KimKim is Amazing!
Spain
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Oct 19 - Nov 10, 2025
Scott R.
Los Angeles, CA
| Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
KimKim is Amazing! We just completed a multi-week trip in Spain and Portugal. We asked Adam, our local specialist, to plan a highlights tour for us through these countries, which we had never visited. He selected great hotels and terrific tours. We especially liked the transfers between airports, train stations, hotels, and other places. Adam listened to what we wanted and he delivered, big time!
During our trip, we had a few unexpected events, including rail and port worker strikes. ...
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KimKim is Amazing! We just completed a multi-week trip in Spain and Portugal. We asked Adam, our local specialist, to plan a highlights tour for us through these countries, which we had never visited. He selected great hotels and terrific tours. We especially liked the transfers between airports, train stations, hotels, and other places. Adam listened to what we wanted and he delivered, big time!
During our trip, we had a few unexpected events, including rail and port worker strikes. The KimKim team, including Lea and Summer, were awesome. They responded incredibly fast to our messages and quickly made changes as necessary, including a last minute transfer between cities when the rail workers in Portugal went on strike.
We will definitely use KimKim for future travel needs.
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Our trip wouldn’t have been the same without kimkim!
Costa Rica
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Oct 12 - Oct 20, 2025
Sarah C.
Chicago, IL
| Reviewed on Nov 06, 2025
Our trip to Costa Rica was amazing because of kimkim! We met so many friendly guides and drivers, saw so many incredible things, and went to so many gorgeous places. La Fortuna was our favorite place! There was a wide variety of tours, hikes & activities around the area and soooo much good food. We really appreciated our local guide’s suggestions & enjoyed every activity we did. Definitely a trip to remember!
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Our trip to Costa Rica was amazing because of kimkim! We met so many friendly guides and drivers, saw so many incredible things, and went to so many gorgeous places. La Fortuna was our favorite place! There was a wide variety of tours, hikes & activities around the area and soooo much good food. We really appreciated our local guide’s suggestions & enjoyed every activity we did. Definitely a trip to remember!
Activity Reviews
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Experience
Monteverde
Our guide was so sweet!!! He was extremely knowledgeable and made the tour fun. We learned a lot about the coffee and chocolate-making processes from seed to cup. And to top it all off, they give you free coffee & hot chocolate :) they also have a great shop there with tons of coffee to buy, and cute souvenirs!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Sloth & Bird Hike
Arenal/La Fortuna
Our guide was SO knowledgeable and hilarious! He pointed out lots of animals and had a monocular for us to view everything through. Definitely recommend this!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Barcelona was magical!
Spain
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Oct 23 - Oct 28, 2025
Kathryn M.
Seattle, WA
| Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Barcelona was magical! The food tour with Gabbi was outstanding the Barcelona cooking school with incredible recipes of Cadillac custard and pie by Johannes was well worth the time and effort! One of the best photo houses in Barcelona was the Mesa house where we had a delicious meal simple that went along with the enchanting music. I will definitely come back to Barcelona.
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Spain in the fall. The sights selected, the response times, and ...
Spain
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Oct 23 - Oct 28, 2025
Larry B.
Seattle, WA
| Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
The sights selected, the response times, and the overall planning on this leg of our journey was terrific.
We will definitely use Kimkim again.
Thank you Adam and the entire Kimkim team.
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The sights selected, the response times, and the overall planning on this leg of our journey was terrific.
We will definitely use Kimkim again.
Thank you Adam and the entire Kimkim team.
Hotel Review
Great location, wonderful staff and a nice breakfast buffet. The only downside was the offensive odor in our room on 2 nights that seemed to come from the AC unit and matched the sewer odors we encountered walking around Barcalona.
Location
It is close to a lot of the wonderful sights plus readily available taxis were quute inexpensive.
Staff
Frienly, helpful and concerned with our health and safety.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bathrooms were clean but the tub took an exercise in flexibility to get in our out
Activity Review
Private Gaudí Architecture Walk with La Sagrada Família
Barcelona
A do not miss when visiting Barcalona. The history of thus cathedral and the visionary mind of Gaudi is amazing. The lighting inside, the stories told in tge statuary outside is unbelievable.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Barcelona Tour Experience
Spain
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Oct 23 - Oct 28, 2025
Michael M.
Dallas, TX
| Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
All our connections and booked excursions went well and we enjoyed our time in Spain. Cooking school was a lot of fun.
A special note, we modified the original itinerary of our Montserrat excursion from the original 5:30 AM pickup to 7:00 AM. We are on vacation after all. The original itinerary featured arriving before dawn, hiking an uphill trail in the dark for 20-30 minutes in time to see sunrise at the cross then visiting the Basilica followed by lunch.
Our modified itinerary started...
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All our connections and booked excursions went well and we enjoyed our time in Spain. Cooking school was a lot of fun.
A special note, we modified the original itinerary of our Montserrat excursion from the original 5:30 AM pickup to 7:00 AM. We are on vacation after all. The original itinerary featured arriving before dawn, hiking an uphill trail in the dark for 20-30 minutes in time to see sunrise at the cross then visiting the Basilica followed by lunch.
Our modified itinerary started with a visit to the Basilica followed by our hike to the Cross. We were early enough to the Basilica that there were no crowds and our hike to the cross was in daylight, affording us many beautiful visas. Our guide, Antoine, was congenial, knowledgeable and flexible with our preferences. The visit to the site is highly recommended. Anyone with physical handicaps or not in normal physical condition may not want to avail themselves of the hike. Even without the hike, the visit to the Holy site, the journey up the mountain by car and down by train and the excellent Catalan lunch are well worth going! The early start avoided the large crowds later in the morning adding to a great experience.
Our guides Maria (Gaudi), Alfredo (Tapas and Flamenco) and chef Johannes (cooking class) were all excellent, knowledgeable and professional!
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Amazing Costa Rica adventure
Costa Rica
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Oct 12 - Oct 22, 2025
Christine F.
Atlanta, GA
| Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Adam and the Kim Kim specialists did an amazing job planning and organizing our Costa Rica vacation. All guides were excellent and knowledgeable- all drivers were timely, courteous and good drivers (which says a LOT) considering the poor road conditions in many areas due to rainfall etc. we thoroughly enjoyed every day and highly recommend this hassle free vacation service!!
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Adam and the Kim Kim specialists did an amazing job planning and organizing our Costa Rica vacation. All guides were excellent and knowledgeable- all drivers were timely, courteous and good drivers (which says a LOT) considering the poor road conditions in many areas due to rainfall etc. we thoroughly enjoyed every day and highly recommend this hassle free vacation service!!
Hotel Reviews
Cloud Forest Lodge
Monteverde
Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Tamarindo
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs
Fortuna
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
I had a wonderful time in Costa Rica!It was ...
Costa Rica
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Oct 17 - Oct 24, 2025
Lisa F.
Flagami, FL
| Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
I had a wonderful time in Costa Rica!
It was the perfect mixture between mountain, jungle, beach and city! Met so many wonderful people, had great food and everything went so smoothly from transport to guides to accommodation!
Thank you for an unforgettable time!
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I had a wonderful time in Costa Rica!
It was the perfect mixture between mountain, jungle, beach and city! Met so many wonderful people, had great food and everything went so smoothly from transport to guides to accommodation!
Thank you for an unforgettable time!
Hotel Reviews
Karahé Beach Hotel
Manuel Antonio
Loved this hotel! The beach access is wonderful, good breakfast and the views 😍
Delta Hotels by Marriott San José Aurola
San José
Great location, good breakfast and at least it has a gym🙌
Hotel Arenal Montechiari
La Fortuna
Wonderful and charming, cute little cabins, super tranquil and nice staff!
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Great location, really good breakfast, lovely staff!
Activity Reviews
TreeTram, Hanging Bridges & Zipline Adventure
Monteverde
Super fun, unfortunately it started raining, but really wonderful staff and views!
Self-Guided Manuel Antonio Beaches
Manuel Antonio
Really enjoyed some down time!
Arenal Volcano Hike & EcoTermales Hot Springs Visit with Meal
Arenal/La Fortuna
Great guide, super informative a d the thermal baths were just perfect for a rainy afternoon (the best part was the dinner though 😅)
Self-Guided Hike to La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna
Self-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown San José
San José
It was nice to walk around for a bit after the plane right. One afternoon was enough!
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Spain!!
Spain
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Oct 8 - Oct 20, 2025
Mary R.
Bridgewater, NJ
| Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
We really enjoyed our trip to Spain.
The hotels were awesome and in great locations. All of the guides were wonderful; we learned so much about the history and culture of Spain. I feel ike our local contacts could have checked in with us more, but, when we reached out to them they were very responsive.
The overall trip was great. Thank you!
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
We had a great and memorable trip to Spain
Spain
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Oct 8 - Oct 20, 2025
Joanne F.
Bridgewater, NJ
| Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
We had a great and memorable trip to Spain, visiting Barcelona, Granada, Ronda, Seville, Cordoba, and Madrid. The hotels chosen by Kimkim as well as the tour guides for each city were simply wonderful. A tapas tour in Barcelona, a wine tasting experience in Ronda, and a Tuktuk tour in Madrid were such fun and worthwhile additions recommended by Kimkim.
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We had a great and memorable trip to Spain, visiting Barcelona, Granada, Ronda, Seville, Cordoba, and Madrid. The hotels chosen by Kimkim as well as the tour guides for each city were simply wonderful. A tapas tour in Barcelona, a wine tasting experience in Ronda, and a Tuktuk tour in Madrid were such fun and worthwhile additions recommended by Kimkim.
Hotel Reviews
Gran Hotel Havana
Barcelona
Parador de Granada
Granada
Las Casas de la Judería
Seville
Such a unique experience to stay here. I highly recommend it.
Hotel Principe Pio
Madrid
Activity Reviews
Private History & Culture Walk
Seville
Private Day Trip to Ávila & Segovia
Madrid
Organic Wine Tasting
Ronda
Private Gaudí Experience with La Sagrada Família & Park Güell
Barcelona
Gothic Quarter Tapas Walk
Barcelona
Private Alhambra & Generalife Gardens with a Historian
Granada
Private Visit to Seville’s Cathedral & Alcázar
Seville
Private Day Trip to Córdoba from Seville
Seville
Private City Walk & Royal Palace Experience
Madrid
Private Electric Tuk-Tuk Adventure
Madrid
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
We had a great time on our trip to Spain.
Spain
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Oct 8 - Oct 20, 2025
Patricia D.
Newark, NJ
| Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
We had a great time on our trip to Spain. The country and people were great. The guides and transportation were amazing.
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We had a great time on our trip to Spain. The country and people were great. The guides and transportation were amazing.
Hotel Reviews
Gran Hotel Havana
Barcelona
Parador de Granada
Granada
This hotel was top notch. The location and accommodations were a dream.
Las Casas de la Judería
Seville
This is far and away the most unique hotel we've ever stayed at. Character in spades and located right in the middle of the action.
What can I say, Ronda is an amazing town and to have the hotel look out over the local bull fighting ring was great.
Hotel Principe Pio
Madrid
Right near the action, staff and accommodations were excellent
Activity Reviews
Private History & Culture Walk
Seville
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Gothic Quarter Tapas Walk
Barcelona
This was a great experience and I highly recommend it.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Alhambra & Generalife Gardens with a Historian
Granada
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Organic Wine Tasting
Ronda
The vineyard owner (Pedro) was great and the overall experience is not to be missed.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Visit to Seville’s Cathedral & Alcázar
Seville
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Gaudí Experience with La Sagrada Família & Park Güell
Barcelona
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Day Trip to Córdoba from Seville
Seville
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Electric Tuk-Tuk Adventure
Madrid
This is a great introduction to what the city had to offer so we could then visit select sights later.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private City Walk & Royal Palace Experience
Madrid
Our guide (Pedro) was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Definitely added magic to the tour.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Day Trip to Ávila & Segovia
Madrid
Our guide (Fernando) and our driver (Andreas) were great. Both of them definitely contributed to the total experience which is not to be missed.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
