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.
"During an exciting adventure, I participated in a hike along the hanging bridges of Monteverde. Our guide pointed out a family of monkeys, navigating from tree to tree, and to my surprise, they eventually joined us on the bridges. Dozens of these playful monkeys walked and climbed alongside me, creating a truly memorable experience."
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
Our trip to Costa Rica was incredible.
Costa Rica
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Jul 17 - Jul 27, 2025
Jane S.
San Jose, CA
| Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
Our trip to Costa Rica was incredible. The country is beautiful and the people are wonderful. Our trip was perfect for us due to the planning of the Kimkim team and the implementation of their in-country partners.
We chose not to drive around the country which meant spending time with 4 drivers as we moved from area to area. Rodney, Brian, Charlie and Christian were great drivers, knowledgeable about the country and always looking out for wildlife or viewpoints. That made long drives...
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Our trip to Costa Rica was incredible. The country is beautiful and the people are wonderful. Our trip was perfect for us due to the planning of the Kimkim team and the implementation of their in-country partners.
We chose not to drive around the country which meant spending time with 4 drivers as we moved from area to area. Rodney, Brian, Charlie and Christian were great drivers, knowledgeable about the country and always looking out for wildlife or viewpoints. That made long drives enjoyable and feel like part of the trip rather than just transport. Hats off to those four gentlemen!
The planned activities were great. Guides always arrived on time, were professional, friendly and very knowledgeable. Rodrigo, (Puerto Viejo kayaking), Dion (Arenal volcano), and Ronaldo (El Tigre waterfalls) were such a pleasure to spend time with.
Monte Verde was stunning. Zip lining and El Tigre waterfalls are highly recommended. The Cloud Forest Lodge was wonderful and their restaurant had delicious food!!
La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano was wonderful. The natural hot springs were delightful even though it was a rainy day. Lomas del Volcán hotel was beautiful. Also good food. We had a spa treatment that was incredible.
Puerto Viejo has an incredible vibe. Kayaking the Punta Uva river was beautiful. The black sand beach was incredible. We body surfed all day. Umami Hotel Garden Spa is a beautiful boutique hotel.
Thanks so much to Adam for his patience and thoroughness when planning our trip. Thanks so much to Greg for booking everything and being in touch during our trip when we thought we needed him
Hotel Reviews
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
San José
Cloud Forest Lodge
Monteverde
Peaceful, hiking trails on the property, views, so many humming birds, and an incredible restaurant all while committing to protecting and preserving the local environment. Impressive.
Beautiful grounds, pools, rooms. Good food. Pleasant staff.
In our three day stay, the power went out twice. They have generators for the main part of the hotel so the restaurants and lobby still function. The rooms do not. A battery operated lantern would have been nice. We packed to leave by the lights from our phones. Our guide for the next day was trying to be in touch but we did not have wi-fi in the room due to power outage. Once we went to the lobby, we easily were in contact.
The hotel is one of the closest hotels to the volcano and the view is amazing when it is clear. The spa is incredible. It was a nice place to stay.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Power outages were unfortunate.
Umami Hotel Garden Spa
Puerto Viejo
Beautiful boutique hotel with wonderful staff.
Location
It was at the edge of the jungle and we watched howler monkeys in the trees. (With binoculars)
Activity Reviews
Kayak Adventure & Rainforest Hike in Punta Uva
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Our guide was great. Punta UVA beach is beautiful. Kayaking on the river was wonderful. We saw lots of animals. Hiking afterwards was lovely. Sloths everywhere. Such a great day.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Self-Guided Hike to La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna
It was a very rainy day so we were not able to swim at the bottom. It is a beautiful waterfall and a lovely place. But compared to the waterfalls in the natural environment throughout Costa Rica, it is a bit of a let down.
Explore the Beaches Around Puerto Viejo
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
We saw Punta Uva beach, Puerto Viejo beach and Playa Negra. They were all beautiful and the water was warm and amazing. We walked the black sand beach and then body surfed for hours. Great way to spend a day.
Arenal Volcano Hike & EcoTermales Hot Springs Visit with Meal
Arenal/La Fortuna
Our guide was fabulous and the hike was beautiful. Although a rainy day, the volcano cleared for us. It was amazing. The hot springs were wonderful. It rained a lot of the time that we were there but that didn’t matter one bit. The food was fabulous. It was a great day.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
TreeTram, Hanging Bridges & Zipline Adventure
Monteverde
Zip lining was amazing. Hanging bridges were beautiful. Tram had a great view.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
El Tigre Waterfalls Excursion
Monteverde
This was an absolutely stunning hike. Highly recommend. The waterfalls were breathtaking, the jungle was amazing and the hanging bridges at the bottom above the river were truly incredible.
Food
Delicious food here! Definitely have rice and beans and use their verde hot sauce. Yum!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
I believe our guide was named Ronaldo. He was so knowledgeable, friendly and funny. Great guide!!!
Transport
The roads here were terrible and our driver was so skilled. Also it was pouring both ways ( but not during our hike) and he was a great driver.
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Adam Gomez
Local specialist in kimkim HQ
| Replied on Aug 06, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m happy to hear your trip to Costa Rica was such a great fit and that you enjoyed the locations and the wonderful people along the way. 🙌
I agree and love the El Tigre hike, it is one of our team's favorites! Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is another gem location, and I'm so glad you got to experience it! There is so much nature there and the black sand beaches are amazing! 🌊
It was a pleasure helping plan your trip, and I’m so glad Greg could support you...
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Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m happy to hear your trip to Costa Rica was such a great fit and that you enjoyed the locations and the wonderful people along the way. 🙌
I agree and love the El Tigre hike, it is one of our team's favorites! Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is another gem location, and I'm so glad you got to experience it! There is so much nature there and the black sand beaches are amazing! 🌊
It was a pleasure helping plan your trip, and I’m so glad Greg could support you during your travels. We have the best team! ⭐️
Pura vida, and we hope to help with your next adventure soon!
Food, wine and history - what could be better??
Spain
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Jul 3 - Jul 18, 2025
Adrienne N.
Seattle, WA
| Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025
We visited Barcelona, Sevilla, Porto and Lisbon over 2 weeks. We asked for a multi-city trip loosely based on a food and wine itinerary designed by Adam, a kimkim specialist. Adam worked with us to customise the trip and was very helpful in balancing experiences and "vacation time" - he planned local experiences and private tours so that we learned a lot, experienced wonderful things and met amazing people, without feeling overwhelmed by hurry up and get somewhere. We still had plenty of...
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We visited Barcelona, Sevilla, Porto and Lisbon over 2 weeks. We asked for a multi-city trip loosely based on a food and wine itinerary designed by Adam, a kimkim specialist. Adam worked with us to customise the trip and was very helpful in balancing experiences and "vacation time" - he planned local experiences and private tours so that we learned a lot, experienced wonderful things and met amazing people, without feeling overwhelmed by hurry up and get somewhere. We still had plenty of time to slow down, explore on our own and enjoy being in beautiful places together.
Highlights - apart from wandering and ogling beautiful architecture and views interspersed with excellent food and wine - were the market visit and cooking class in Barcelona with Barcelona Cooking (making those recipes at home regularly!!) the private tour of Real Alcázar with Cristina from Yannat in Seville where we could take our time and ask all the questions we wanted, the Douro Valley wine tour with Philip (be sure to check the weather for Douro as it is often much hotter than the coast!) and the day trip to Sintra with the incomparable Luis as our guide.
Things we learned or might do differently - we would double check our transfer times between cities and adjust with days or method of transportation so that we are making the most out of the time and not spending 1/2 day or so waiting to get somewhere. We would call ahead to the hotels and double check our rooms are not next to elevators, over the lobby etc. We would spend longer in the Southern areas - we connected more with the people and the pace of things in the Southern areas of both countries (despite the heat) so we plan on exploring more next time we visit.
All said - a wonderful two weeks and we are so appreciative of all of the help Adam and the kimkim team provided!! We will be booking through kimkim again!
Hotel Reviews
H10 Madison Hotel
Barcelona
Central but not directly on a busy street so quieter - breakfast buffet is super yummy and the rooftop pool and bar is a wonderful perk!! Staff are very accommodating and helpful!
Location
central and easy to get places without being too busy -
Staff
Sara was so helpful any time we had questions -
We love this hotel!! We would recommend it to anyone wanting something charming, beautiful and well staffed.
Authenticity & Character
such a gorgeous property!! we joked we would live there if we could :)
Location
quiet street, but walkable to every tour and event as well as easy to get to public transport if needed -
Staff
everyone was helpful, friendly and went above and beyond -
Cleanliness & Comfort
cleaning all day long - every leaf of every plant is dusted on the daily - and the wooden shutters in the rooms make for a good night, or siesta, sleep -
Torel 1884 Suites & Apartments
Porto
stayed in the apartments - nice to have a little kitchen to ourselves :)
Location
the apartments are on a famous walkable street - a little noisy, but easy access to lots and lots -
Hotel AlmaLusa Baixa/Chiado
Lisbon
Beautiful hotel, friendly and helpful staff and well situated within the downtown area -
Location
walkable to museums, shops and restaurants
Staff
very helpful and always available
Activity Reviews
Local Market Visit & Cooking Class
Barcelona
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Self-Guided Beach Day in Barcelona
Barcelona
Park Güell & La Sagrada Família Experience
Barcelona
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Historic Landmarks Walk
Seville
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Visit to Seville’s Cathedral & Alcázar
Seville
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Douro Valley Day Trip with Wine Tastings & River Cruise
Porto
Beautiful scenery, yummy wines, and the opportunity to meet fun people -
If you get at all carsick, be ready to bring whatever you need to feel better - fast driving and windy mountain roads....
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Self-Guided Local Markets
Porto
Private Pena Palace & Sintra Village Half Day Trip
Lisbon
So nice that this was a private tour - we could ask all the questions and have time to make the experience our own -
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Luis was the perfect guide!!
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Adam Gomez
Local specialist in kimkim HQ
| Replied on Aug 06, 2025
Hola Adrienne, thank you so much for your review and all the information, which gives future travelers insight into hotels, activities, and transportation! 🙌 We learn from your feedback, and it shapes trips for other travelers!
You had a fun and adventurous two weeks in Spain and Portugal! ☀️ From the food tours to the historical sites and everything else, it sounds like you were able to learn, eat, and taste your way through each city!
Thank you for sharing information regarding transfers!...
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Hola Adrienne, thank you so much for your review and all the information, which gives future travelers insight into hotels, activities, and transportation! 🙌 We learn from your feedback, and it shapes trips for other travelers!
You had a fun and adventurous two weeks in Spain and Portugal! ☀️ From the food tours to the historical sites and everything else, it sounds like you were able to learn, eat, and taste your way through each city!
Thank you for sharing information regarding transfers! We usually schedule transfers around noon so you can enjoy your morning and then arrive at check-in time. It isn't ideal for you to wait around, so thank you for bringing that to our attention, and we will make sure it's at an ideal time for future travelers! 😀
It was so great working with you and I hope to see you on another kimkim adventure! :)
With the help of our amazing trip planner Adam...
Spain
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Jul 4 - Jul 14, 2025
Jessica V.
Boston, MA
| Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025
With the help of our amazing trip planner Adam and our booking agent Summer, my husband and I had our dream trip to Spain a little over a week ago. Adam made the planning experience as easy as possible. He was as excited to plan our trip as we were and made sure to tailor the trip to our needs. We are foodies and enjoyed learning about the the culture and history through the regional foods as we traveled through Barcelona where we took a wonderful cooking class with Juan at Barcelona Cooking...
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With the help of our amazing trip planner Adam and our booking agent Summer, my husband and I had our dream trip to Spain a little over a week ago. Adam made the planning experience as easy as possible. He was as excited to plan our trip as we were and made sure to tailor the trip to our needs. We are foodies and enjoyed learning about the the culture and history through the regional foods as we traveled through Barcelona where we took a wonderful cooking class with Juan at Barcelona Cooking after visiting the famous Boqueria Market to do our shopping for Paella. Then it was off to Girona where we fell in love with the old and new parts of the town. Here we met Marc from Girona Food Tours for a private walking tour learning about the unique history of the Catalan language and cuisine. We stayed in one of the most beautiful hotels we had ever stayed in, the Palau Fugit. In Madrid we shopped till we dropped and come home with espadrilles. This is also where we spent some time with Enrique for a private walking tour of authentic food spots filled with stories that has us feeling like locals. Finally landing in Seville, hotel Gravina 51 welcomed us warmly with a beautiful note and something fizzy to enjoy our first night. We ate, we drank, we met beautiful friendly people along the way and our hope is to return again soon. Thank you KimKim for helping make our first trip to Spain a memorable experience for all the right reasons.
Hotel Reviews
H10 Madison Hotel
Barcelona
Activity Reviews
Private Evening Tapas Walk with a Local
Madrid
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local Market Visit & Cooking Class
Barcelona
Such a great experience with Juan! The cooking class is a must!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Self-Guided Beach Day in Barcelona
Barcelona
The beach was a 15 minute walk from the hotel, great shopping at small boutiques on the way back.
Food & Market Tour
Girona
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Visit to Madrid’s Local Markets & Tasting
Madrid
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Alcázar Palaces & Gardens Experience
Seville
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Use KimKim - That Simple - Thank You Adam
Costa Rica
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Jun 21 - Jun 27, 2025
Eric W.
Ashburn, VA
| Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025
I used to agonize over every detail building a trip itinerary on my own - never again. KimKim, and Adam, made it all simple. Adam took the time to hear what type of adventure we were looking for, and tailored the experience into our Costa Rica vacation of our dreams, no exaggeration whatsoever. We’ll be using KimKim moving forward - worry free travel arranged by experts, all at a completely reasonable cost. Thank you to Adam, and the rest of the KimKim team.
Eric & Kathleen Wetzel
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I used to agonize over every detail building a trip itinerary on my own - never again. KimKim, and Adam, made it all simple. Adam took the time to hear what type of adventure we were looking for, and tailored the experience into our Costa Rica vacation of our dreams, no exaggeration whatsoever. We’ll be using KimKim moving forward - worry free travel arranged by experts, all at a completely reasonable cost. Thank you to Adam, and the rest of the KimKim team.
Eric & Kathleen Wetzel
Hotel Reviews
Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
Fortuna
Unreal - a spacious, gorgeous, room with an in room hot tub facing Arenal Volcano? YES PLEASE. Incredible, kind staff (thank you ALL - and Christian in particular). Add an amazing set of hot springs and pools right in the resort. My wife and I both HIGHLY recommend this AMAZING place.
Cloud Forest Lodge
Monteverde
WOW! A resort in the middle of the Cloud Forest in Costs Rica? Yep. If you skipped Monteverde on your trip to CR, you absolutely missed out. Incredible staff, with a special thanks to Eric - he made us feel like we made a new friend - SOYTICO Brother! 😂 - you too Dennis and Paulina, a true pleasure. Rooms were clean and gorgeous, and the bed was amazing as well. Having a front porch that opens into the Cloud Forest was the coolest thing.
Hotel Boutique Lagarta Lodge
Nosara
My wife had the “Best massage of my life”. The food at the onsite restaurant was nothing short of incredible. Special thanks to Mailyn for her outstanding service and kindness. The rooms, pools, and restaurant look out over the forest reserve and the Pacific Ocean - not better views anywhere in my opinion. While the roads getting to this place were pretty rough, once you’re there, the place is absolutely awesome. A true hidden gem with wonderful food!
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Family Trip to Costa Rica, 10 travelers
Costa Rica
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Jun 15 - Jun 22, 2025
Brian R.
Los Angeles, CA
| Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025
overall, we had a fantastic trip. But, since you are asking, i will provide some feedback....
1. Bus transfers from Airport to Hotel Manoa, from Hotel Manoa to Captain Suiza Hotel and from Captain Suiza back to Airport: Drivers were great, friendly, and safe. Busses were clean and comfortable, and, the wi fi was a nice touch. My only comments on the transfers is that they should really have some waters and trash receptacles or bags for trash. But, otherwise, the transfers were...
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overall, we had a fantastic trip. But, since you are asking, i will provide some feedback....
1. Bus transfers from Airport to Hotel Manoa, from Hotel Manoa to Captain Suiza Hotel and from Captain Suiza back to Airport: Drivers were great, friendly, and safe. Busses were clean and comfortable, and, the wi fi was a nice touch. My only comments on the transfers is that they should really have some waters and trash receptacles or bags for trash. But, otherwise, the transfers were great.
2. Hotel Manoa: the grounds were immaculate, the staff friendly, we loved the swim up bars in the pools and their daily happy hours. The rooms were really not great. very dated and beds were not very comfortable. The rooms really need a "refresh". and, the spa had no working jets.
3. Hotel Capitan Suiza: we loved these rooms, the grounds, and, the staff were very nice. Based on what we saw of other hotels in our area, this hotel seemed to look the nicest.
4. KimKim: was a pleasure working with your team, the calls we had prior to departure were helpful and informative.
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Adam Gomez
Local specialist in kimkim HQ
| Replied on Aug 19, 2025
Brian,
It was such a fun planning process from beginning to end! Fun to hear that you had a great experience with the private transfers and drivers for your group of 10! 🙌 Totally understand the need to have water bottles on the long drives.
Thank you for the information regarding your hotels—this is great information and insight for future travelers. It's nice to see you enjoyed the grounds and the friendly staff.
It was a pleasure working with you and chatting through the platform and phone calls! 😀
I will happily plan another trip for you! :)
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Costa Rica
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Jun 14 - Jun 23, 2025
Chris H.
Boston, MA
| Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025
Overall, the trip was great. kimkim helped us design the perfect itinerary and identify ideal hotels for our trip. Everything went smoothly with all rides and pick-ups right on time and where they should be. The activities were all high quality. Costa Rica is a beautiful place filled with both the friendliest people and great adventures to do. Kimkim was a great trip planner and guide. Always replying quickly and helping with any questions.
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Overall, the trip was great. kimkim helped us design the perfect itinerary and identify ideal hotels for our trip. Everything went smoothly with all rides and pick-ups right on time and where they should be. The activities were all high quality. Costa Rica is a beautiful place filled with both the friendliest people and great adventures to do. Kimkim was a great trip planner and guide. Always replying quickly and helping with any questions.
Hotel Reviews
Tulemar Resort
Manuel Antonio
The hotel in Manuel Antonio was the nicest with the best service on our trip. However, there was some confusion about our room; we expected one with a balcony and didn't get it. Make sure you clarify room specifics before booking.
Cloud Forest Lodge
Monteverde
Beautiful setting up in the cloud forest. If it's clear, you will have a beautiful sunset from their deck. It is pretty quiet, almost like a private camp with top notch amenities. The rooms are big with very comfortable beds. And the restaurants is one of the best meals in the area - a culinary experience.
Authenticity & Character
A truly unique hotel. Not a lot of guests stay there at one time. Plus the restaurant offers quite a bit of charm.
Location
Beautiful views. A quick taxi into town. Close to zip lining and other adventures.
Staff
Everyone was very nice and helpful, from the front desk to the restaurant.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The grounds are impeccable in terms of cleanliness. The rooms have nice soft beds. You may need to content with bugs (it is Costa Rica), but the staff will surely help if needed.
Paradise Hot Springs Thermal Water Resort
La Fortuna
Rooms were nice and big. The wide variety of hot springs filled pools were a tremendous experience. On-site breakfast has a great variety and tasted good. Would probably recommend going into town for dinner though. Staff was very helpful.
Authenticity & Character
A unique and interesting layout with a great view of the volcano.
Location
Conveniently located a quick uber ride from town where there are a ton of shops and restaurants.
Staff
Friendly, fast responding and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The property is very clean. They refresh the spring water in the pools every day. You may need to contend with some bugs here and there, but the staff will spray or clean if needed.
Activity Reviews
Manuel Antonio National Park Nature Hike
Manuel Antonio
The Manuel Antonio National Park Nature Hike was really cool. The tour guides were excellent and we saw around twenty-five different animals. The area and beaches are beautiful, definitely a must-do.
TreeTram, Hanging Bridges & Zipline Adventure
Monteverde
The TreeTram, Hanging Bridges & Zipline Adventure in Monteverde was one of the better zip lining tours. We felt safe the entire time and enjoyed beautiful views.
Chocolate & Night Hike Experience
Monteverde
The Chocolate & Night Hike Experience was fun, with interesting animal sightings including a sloth and a snake. However, the description was a bit off regarding the chocolate-making part. You observe the guide making chocolate and then taste it, rather than making your own bar. Still, an enjoyable event.
Río Balsa Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Arenal/La Fortuna
Highly recommend the Desafio rafting trip out of Fortuna. A great group of simultaneously fun and highly qualified guides took us down the river. Our guide Emanuel (aka Fluffy, aka Pelusa) was friendly, funny and skilled. The transportation was smooth, the rapids were the perfect size for family, great mix of adventure moments and chill moments, and the lunch afterward was a tasty Costa Rican meal. A must do.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Snorkeling at Isla del Caño Biological Reserve
Manuel Antonio
We had fun, but there are some positives and less positives when it comes to this activity. Things you need to know:
First, the less positives:
-If you are staying in Manuel Antonio, the excursion is an hour drive, and you need to leave the hotel at 5:40 AM
-Because this is a national reserve, to load onto and unload from the boat, you need to walk out/in at the beach, and the ground is very rocky in spots and pretty painful on bare feet.
-The ride to the island is on open ocean and can be pretty choppy if there are swells. The ride for us was very bumpy and took about 90 minutes. This was tough, especially if you have kids.
-There are not really bathrooms on the island. If you gotta go, you are pretty much going in the water.
-Overall, it is a long trip. Note, this activity will take a big chunk of your time in this area. We left the hotel at 5:40 AM and returned at almost 4 PM.
Now the positives:
-If you love snorkeling or scuba, this is pretty much the main option on the Pacific side of Costa Rica. There are not really any other close reefs, and this particular location is a great one.
-We saw tons of tropical fish, turtles (tortugas!), sharks (safe ones), dolphins, and unique birds
-The guides were all very passionate and great at their job. They took great care with safety, concerns about sea sickness, and instruction in the water.
-If you get a calm day, the boat ride is likely not quite as taxing and a bit shorter. (But that's a crapshoot.)
-The burritos for lunch were very tasty
So if a snorkel or scuba is a must in your stay on the Costa Rican coast and you have the time, I recommend this one. If not, or if you have younger kids or sea sickness concerns, maybe skip this one.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Wonderful Spanish family trip
Spain
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Jun 4 - Jun 18, 2025
Keri B.
Park Ridge, IL
| Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025
What an amazing trip Adam helped us plan! It was a perfect balance of culture, food, and activity. Our family of four likes to keep busy so ultimately, we ended up seeing Madrid, Toledo, Sevilla, Malaga, Granada, and Barcelona in a 2 week period.
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Our zip line experience was wonderful. We di...
Costa Rica
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Jun 15 - Jun 22, 2025
joyce r.
Los Angeles, CA
| Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025
Our zip line experience was wonderful. We did the jungle hike and suspension bridges with Fabi, which also wonderful. White water rafting with Fluffy and George were great. Whole trip was excellent, well organized. Transportation to each location was great.
Only comment. For our last day, the drive to the airport got us to the airport over 3 1/2 hours before our flight and the Alaska desk did not open until 3 hrs before flight, so we were left hanging out with no place to sit or wait...
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Our zip line experience was wonderful. We did the jungle hike and suspension bridges with Fabi, which also wonderful. White water rafting with Fluffy and George were great. Whole trip was excellent, well organized. Transportation to each location was great.
Only comment. For our last day, the drive to the airport got us to the airport over 3 1/2 hours before our flight and the Alaska desk did not open until 3 hrs before flight, so we were left hanging out with no place to sit or wait in the entry of the airport. Just something to be aware of.
thank you for everything.
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Tamarindo
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Arenal/La Fortuna
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Private: Whitewater Rafting on the Balsa River
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Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Amazing trip to Costa Rica
Costa Rica
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Jun 15 - Jun 22, 2025
Darren R.
Los Angeles, CA
| Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025
Thank you for an amazing trip! We really enjoyed everything you planned. All the people were friendly, funny and informative. The highlight for me was the white water rafting through Desafio Adventure, and our guide "Fluffy" (I can't remember his real name) was so fun to be around. He was funny, had great stories, personable and good communication. We happened to be in Tamarindo and was talking about Fluffy and another group overheard and was so excited saying they just did a trip with...
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Thank you for an amazing trip! We really enjoyed everything you planned. All the people were friendly, funny and informative. The highlight for me was the white water rafting through Desafio Adventure, and our guide "Fluffy" (I can't remember his real name) was so fun to be around. He was funny, had great stories, personable and good communication. We happened to be in Tamarindo and was talking about Fluffy and another group overheard and was so excited saying they just did a trip with him. The hotel in Tamarindo knocked it out of the park. The rooms were spacious, and comfortable, the staff were friendly and accommodating. The hotel in Arenal was great as well, but the rooms were not quite as nice as in Tamarindo, but the grounds more than made up. Everybody we worked with from reception to adventure were friendly and easy to be with. We truly love the country and the people, it was a breath of fresh air to be in Costa Rica - Pura Vida!
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
Easy scheduling and trip support
Spain
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May 27 - Jun 7, 2025
Manish P.
Atlanta, GA
| Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
This was a college graduation gift for my son. We enjoyed the experiences we had scheduled with KK. Overall, very interesting and relaxing as we requested. I’d recommend the trip planning through Kimkim. There is one excursion where the guide was more interested in his experiences than ours. He was our day guide from Barcelona to Girona and Costa Brava. Maybe choose a different driver for that trip. Otherwise, all the other guides were wonderful!
Local specialist: Adam Gomez
