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Claire Monfray

Born and raised in France I grew up in a multicultural family. Passionate for languages, I realised later that this passion had for roots my will to connect with other people and cultures. This passion brought me for 10 years of my life in Ireland, and in a "3-year 4-continent" trip

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialize in the Ireland, the UK and France. The activities I focus on are a high-end selection of private guides and lodgings. I adore sharing activities and experiences"

How did you get involved in travel?

"It all started with a year of studies at Aberdeen University in Scotland!"

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"While traveling in Malaysia I met a lovely lady from New Zealand at a cafe. We talked for 20 minutes max and connected on Facebook without real expectations. Almost a year after, when I went traveling in New Zealand she invited me to visit her family. I discovered amazing Picton region and spent 10 memorable days with her family learning about rugby, everything about Mustang car and horse racing, hikes in the Abel Tasman... "

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Recent trip reviews for Claire

Trip of a lifetime!!
Ireland | Jun 20 - Jun 27, 2025

Sharon
Sharon S.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025
1st thank you for planning an amazing trip for my family !! Words can’t express how incredible our vacation was. 1st it was a gift from my daughter and son in law for my Birthday!! I’ve been so many wonderful places but have never experienced such beauty and the most friendliest caring people in my life. Also, being handicapped and using a scooter they planned sight seeing around it! Couple things I couldn’t do but OMG I went and saw everything scheduled for us and more! Every driver was... Read more

1st thank you for planning an amazing trip for my family !! Words can’t express how incredible our vacation was. 1st it was a gift from my daughter and son in law for my Birthday!! I’ve been so many wonderful places but have never experienced such beauty and the most friendliest caring people in my life. Also, being handicapped and using a scooter they planned sight seeing around it! Couple things I couldn’t do but OMG I went and saw everything scheduled for us and more! Every driver was amazing. Each one was our little tour guide. Make sure you bring rain coat for sure and layers but the weather was actually pretty good !! Just one little glitch which was our fault after coming out of the Guinness factory we decided to give our granddaughter a horse and carriage ride. Nope, we didn’t check them out unfortunately and even thought “their” sign said 50.00 for 4 when we got to our hotel at tried to charge us 300.00 for 6 of us!!!! The hotel checked them out after we got there and said they had horrible ratings just for that reason and reported them to the police. Lesson learned. So if you want a horse and buggy ride ask your hotel and check them out. BUT…. It didn’t ruin this amazing trip. We are at all amazing restaurants and drank in every pub we could hit!!! WE can’t wait to go back !! Thank you so much Kim Kim for one heck of a lovey vacation 💚🍀☘️ Ireland is forever in our hearts!!

Hotel Reviews
Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane

Beautiful hotel. Great accommodation! Super awesome people !

Authenticity & Character
Very clean. Cute and family friendly !
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms, lobby all very nice
Mount Juliet Estate
Thomastown

Beyond beautiful! Property and gulf corse are breathtaking. Wonderful food and the nicest people. The rooms were definitely 5 stars plus. Beds were amazing!! 1st class all the way.

Authenticity & Character
Classy charming and #1 on our list.
Location
Not far from all our adventures.
Staff
Super helpful and so nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
The best !!
Scott's Hotel Killarney
Killarney, Co. Kerry

People were wonderful. But no air conditioning! And right outside our window was a carnival !!!! Even though they closed 10:00 and having to keep our windows open, it was very loud with screaming! Beds were very hard. But very clean

Authenticity & Character
Cute
Location
Perfect for our adventures
Staff
Always willing to help and very nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
very clean
Drury Court Hotel
Dublin

Very please. Close to everything. Wonderful restaurant and bar !! Great food !!

Authenticity & Character
Small lobby. But cute. Those awesome girls handle all our luggage for 6 people.
Location
perfect spot for everything.
Staff
Went beyond the call of duty. Had a bad experience with getting a horse and buggy coming from Guinness factory. They lied, WAY over charged. Totally ripped us off. My little granddaughter was devastated. Crying so bad !!! The girls at the front desk were so concerned. They called the police. They were so upset for my granddaughter they gave her a box of chocolates. They felt so bad for us having such a bad experience on our last day. They truly went beyond the call of duty !!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Super clean and comfy !
Leonardo Hotel Galway
Galway

Great location. Rooms were small but nice.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Local was great for getting around to so many places.
Staff
Excellent!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Super clean. Beds a little hard and pillows.
Activity Reviews
Private Galway Food Tour
Private Galway Food Tour
Galway

WOW….. loved our tour guide. She was amazing!!! What a doll filled with so much knowledge!! All our stops were great. Food was wonderful. I highly recommend this for anyone going to Ireland ! Galway is top on my list. Thank you

Quality of Experience
5 ⭐️ star
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Best people ever !! Everyone we had was great !
Transport
The drivers !!!!
Irish Dancing Show
Irish Dancing Show
Galway

So amazing !!!! Love 🍀love 🍀love 🍀would go again !!

Quality of Experience
So friendly and accommodating!!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Wonderful people. So knowledgeable and kind !!
Transport
The best
Free time in Dublin
Free time in Dublin
Dublin

Wondered, shopped, ate, drink-pups…. Repeated !!! Learned how to love Guinness!! :)

Quality of Experience
We actually went to his home. Had a lot of surprises and amazing birds. So much knowledge !! Wonderful people !!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The best !!!
Transport
We felt like friends. So nice and concerned that our time with him was great. Which it was !!
Galway Cathedral
Galway Cathedral
Galway

Very cool. Pretty grounds

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Awesome
Transport
Best driver. We learned so much just from the driver on so much
Private tour of Connemara (Sky Road, Kylemore Abbey and a Sheep dog Farm experience)
Private tour of Connemara (Sky Road, Kylemore Abbey and a Sheep dog Farm experience)
Galway

The absolute best !! Wow

Quality of Experience
So many things made this experience amazing!!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Outstanding !!
Transport
The best !!
Falconry Adventures
Falconry Adventures
Killarney

You can’t miss this !! One of our very favs ! You pull up to the gentleman’s house and he brings out amazing birds. So knowledgeable and entertaining!! The birds are so beautiful. We learned so much !!!!

Quality of Experience
The best !!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
So amazing !!
Transport
Our driver was incredible!! So much info we learned!
Welcome to Doolin
Welcome to Doolin
Doolin

So sweet ! Had a wonderful lunch at the cutest little restaurant!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Outstanding driver.
Transport
The driver was great!! The vehicle was spotless and water always available!! So knowledgeable!!
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Doolin

Truly beautiful!!!! . The captain was amazing and his hands really helped everyone. So thoughtful. We learned so much.

Quality of Experience
Don’t miss it.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Outstanding !!
Transport
Out driver was amazing !!!
Private Transfer/Taxi
Private Transfer/Taxi
Ireland

Outstanding. All 6 of us we very comfortable in such a beautiful, clean vehicle. And plenty of water. So pleased with our driver

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Jul 03, 2025
Thank you so much Sharon and Adam for sharing such a heartfelt and wonderful review! I'm delighted to hear that your family had an incredible trip and that the experience was meaningful and memorable. It's fantastic that the planning accommodated your needs and that you enjoyed the beauty and warmth of Ireland. Your tips about the horse and carriage ride are very helpful for future travelers. Also, a big thank you for sharing the lovely pictures—they truly capture the amazing memories!... Read more

Thank you so much Sharon and Adam for sharing such a heartfelt and wonderful review! I'm delighted to hear that your family had an incredible trip and that the experience was meaningful and memorable. It's fantastic that the planning accommodated your needs and that you enjoyed the beauty and warmth of Ireland. Your tips about the horse and carriage ride are very helpful for future travelers. Also, a big thank you for sharing the lovely pictures—they truly capture the amazing memories!

Please don't hesitate to contact us if you plan to travel again, whether in Ireland, the UK, France, or Italy. We'd love to help plan another unforgettable adventure for you! Thank you again for your kind words, and we look forward to assisting you in the future. 💚🍀

Family Trip of a lifeetime!
Ireland | Jun 7 - Jun 15, 2025

Barbara
Barbara B.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Trip was amazing, starting with our short stay at the Ashling Hotel when we first landed in Dublin. The hotel is beautiful, the food delicious and service outstanding. Two of us had a date at the Ink Factory for Tattoos, where we had some of the nicest artist who made our touchdown welcoming.
Our next day took us to Cork, stating at the Clayton Hotel. We did a tour of the Killarney Castle and Middleton's Jameson Distillery. I would recommend they be done on separate days but we made a...
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Trip was amazing, starting with our short stay at the Ashling Hotel when we first landed in Dublin. The hotel is beautiful, the food delicious and service outstanding. Two of us had a date at the Ink Factory for Tattoos, where we had some of the nicest artist who made our touchdown welcoming.
Our next day took us to Cork, stating at the Clayton Hotel. We did a tour of the Killarney Castle and Middleton's Jameson Distillery. I would recommend they be done on separate days but we made a day of it. When touring the Castle don't skip exploring the property... what finds there are! The people at Jamison were outstanding; such knowledge and made you feel immersed in the process. We were happily surprised to do a premium tasting, which was a wonderful treat...took home one of those premium whiskeys.
My nephew feels Killarney is the place for him...we spent three nights at the Randall's, which I would recommend everyone stay! The staff, rooms and food is amazing. Plus they have a covered patio with blankets and heaters to sit and wind down from a long day. While there plan on. A trip to Faha Falconry; we had a private visit and it was amazing! Expect a road trip that is something itself to talk about.
Galway is the place to eat! Our food tour had me trying dishes that I never would have. Have a love raspberry croissants and clams now. So much to eat!
There was so much we did... such a horseback riding, sailing and a jaunty ride, that i could talk forever about. Kimkim did an amazing job on helping us plan a family trip of a lifetime to see where my grandmother was born and raised. Thank you, Claire and the Kim Kim team!

Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Jun 30, 2025
Hey Barbara, Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful, detailed review! I’m thrilled to hear that your trip was truly memorable and that you enjoyed every aspect of your journey—from the warm welcome at the Ashling Hotel and the fun at the Ink Factory, to exploring Cork, Killarney, Galway, and beyond. It’s fantastic that you had such rich experiences at Jameson Distillery, Faha Falconry, and the many activities along the way. It’s also great to know that your stay at Randall’s and... Read more

Hey Barbara,

Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful, detailed review! I’m thrilled to hear that your trip was truly memorable and that you enjoyed every aspect of your journey—from the warm welcome at the Ashling Hotel and the fun at the Ink Factory, to exploring Cork, Killarney, Galway, and beyond. It’s fantastic that you had such rich experiences at Jameson Distillery, Faha Falconry, and the many activities along the way.

It’s also great to know that your stay at Randall’s and your food tour in Galway left such a positive impression. I’m especially happy that you felt the trip helped you connect with your family history and explore Ireland’s beautiful landscape and culture.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us again if you're planning to visit Ireland, the UK, France, or Italy in the future—we’d love to help craft your next adventure! Thank you again for trusting Kimkim, High Point Holidays and me to help create your family’s trip of a lifetime. Safe travels and stay in touch!

Claire & High Point Holidays Team

Amazing Family Trip
Ireland | May 25 - Jun 3, 2025

Libby
Libby B.
La Vista, NE | Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025
My family had a wonderful 10 day trip to Ireland, thanks to kimkim and our travel specialist, Claire. We were a group of 7 adults. We told her our interests/what we would for sure like to see and do. Claire came up with a detailed itinerary for us that made perfect sense. She was extremely prompt in the planning process and met with us via video chat to discuss details of our trip. Our first stop was Galway. We landed in Dublin and took a bus to Galway upon arrival. We stayed at the... Read more

My family had a wonderful 10 day trip to Ireland, thanks to kimkim and our travel specialist, Claire. We were a group of 7 adults. We told her our interests/what we would for sure like to see and do. Claire came up with a detailed itinerary for us that made perfect sense. She was extremely prompt in the planning process and met with us via video chat to discuss details of our trip.

Our first stop was Galway. We landed in Dublin and took a bus to Galway upon arrival. We stayed at the Connacht Hotel. The hotel was very nice. The only thing was it was a little far from the city centre so we did end up paying for many ubers (about 15 euro each time) to get to the main area. Otherwise it was about a 30 minute walk. This wasn't ideal for our group but our accommodations at the hotel were very nice and we made it work. When we arrived in Galway we explored the city and went to dinner and pubs of course.

Our second day in Galway we had a private tour to Connemara. Our tour guide, Colleen was excellent. She picked us up first thing in the morning. We stopped in the city of Cong, where The Quiet Man was filmed. We then went to a sheep show in the beautiful mountains. We had so much fun at the Killary Sheep Farm! It was a trip favorite. We also toured a castle along with stopping at many other sites/landmarks. We loved Colleen as she told us interesting information throughout the day and was very knowledgable.

The next day we took a bus to board a ferry to travel to the island of Inishmore (Aran Island). Some of us got a little quesy on the ferry ride! It is about 45 minutes to the island. The island was absolutely beautiful! We opted out of renting bikes. However, if we were to do it again we would definitely rent the bikes. If you want to see the island, bikes are totally the way to go! We bought Aran Islands famous wool sweaters and had delicious fish & chips. We took a very long hike and were able to see beautiful views!

The next day we had a private driver transport us to Killarney and on the way we stopped at the Cliffs of Moher. We did the Cliffs of Moher cruise, which was so much fun! A couple of us were a little nervous for the cruise after the tumultuous ferry ride previously. However, the cruise was all open air which really helped. We had a blast! After the cruise, we walked around the Cliffs of Moher. We ate lunch in Doolin and went to a couple shops!

Next, we arrived in Killarney at the Scott's Hotel. We all loved the Scott's Hotel. The rooms were very spacious and the location was ideal. We were right in the middle of pubs and shops! The hotel had a fabulous pub in the lower level with live music every night. The next day was a free day in Killarney. We all sort of did our own thing- a couple of us went golfing and some went shopping. In the afternoon, we did an "Afternoon Tea" at a nearby hotel which really looked like a castle. We loved this. The food and drink was delicious. It was the perfect way to spend the afternoon. We had a delicious dinner at Hilliard's. We had made a reservation prior. Would highly recommend dining here.

The next day, we had a private guided tour of the Ring of Kerry. This was through The Killarney Touring Co. Our tour guide was Aodan Griffin. We could not recommend him more- he was amazing! This day was the group's favorite day of our entire trip. Aodan brought us to many stops along the Ring of Kerry including wonderful spots for Irish coffee, an old Irish village, a museum about Skellig Islands, and Skellig's Chocolate Factory. He brought us to Valentia island where he spent summers growing up and where his grandfather lived and worked as a principal of the school. We also stopped at a golf course with breathtaking views for lunch. We ended the tour at the Torc Waterfall (Killarney National Park). Aodan truly made this experience wonderful due to his vast knowledge of the Ring of Kerry and hospitality.

The next day we had a private driver transport us to Dublin. We stayed at the Ashling Hotel. The hotel was very nice however we may have liked to be a little closer to the city center. Claire arranged for us to get bus passes, which made is very easy to get around the city. We explored the city and that night we went to a Celtic dinner and show. We enjoyed seeing the Irish dancers and listening to the music.

The next day we did a private walking tour. We loved our tour guide, Pascuale. He provided us with information about the history of Dublin and also provided us with wonderful dining recommendations. We ate lunch at his favorite Italian restaurant, it was delicious. Later that day we did the Guinness Storehouse tour and the Jameson Distillery. The group really enjoyed both of these tours. Later that night we went to Temple Bar, Bambino Pizza, The Hairy Lemon, and many other pubs we found along the way!

Overall, we are very pleased with Kimkim and the structure of our trip. We had a wonderful time, and all plans went smoothly! Thank you for everything !!!

Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Jun 25, 2025
HI Libby, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed and wonderful review! I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that your family trip to Ireland was such a success and that you enjoyed every aspect—from your accommodations and excursions to the guides and experiences along the way. It’s fantastic to know that the itinerary met your expectations and that the highlights, like Connemara, Inishmore, the Cliffs of Moher, and the Ring of Kerry, left such a lasting impression. A... Read more

HI Libby,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed and wonderful review! I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that your family trip to Ireland was such a success and that you enjoyed every aspect—from your accommodations and excursions to the guides and experiences along the way.

It’s fantastic to know that the itinerary met your expectations and that the highlights, like Connemara, Inishmore, the Cliffs of Moher, and the Ring of Kerry, left such a lasting impression. A special thank you for your kind words about Colleen, Aodan, Pascuale, and the other guides—they truly make a trip special with their knowledge and hospitality.

I appreciate your feedback about the Galway and Dublin hotel as well, understand it was chosen based on budget, and I’m glad it suited your needs and that you still enjoyed exploring the city and surroundings.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us again if you’re planning to revisit Ireland, the UK, France, or Italy—we’d love to help create your next unforgettable adventure. Thanks again for trusting Kimkim and me with your family’s trip, and I hope the memories you made stay with you for years to come!

Claire & High Point Holidays Team

Discovery of Southern and Western Ireland
Ireland | Jun 6 - Jun 15, 2025

M
Mark B.
Summerlin South, NV | Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Clair was absolutely fantastic in planning our trip! She took the time to truly listen to our concerns and expectations, ensuring every detail was thoughtfully arranged. Her patience and dedication in arranging and rearranging plans made the entire experience seamless and stress-free. Thanks to her expertise and commitment, we had a truly wonderful trip. We couldn’t have asked for a better planner—highly recommend Clair for anyone looking for a perfectly curated travel experience!

Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Jun 25, 2025

Hi Mark,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m thrilled to hear that your trip was everything you hoped for and that I was able to make the planning process smooth and enjoyable. It was a pleasure working with you to create a memorable experience, and I truly appreciate your recommendation.

Wishing you many more wonderful adventures ahead—please don't hesitate to get in touch if you plan to travel again in Ireland, the UK, France, or Italy. I’d love to help craft your next unforgettable journey!
Claire & High Point Holiday team

Our sister adventure to Ireland was special i...
Ireland | May 15 - May 29, 2025

Kerry
Kerry M.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025
Our sister adventure to Ireland was special in every way. Our specialist Claire, listened to our interests and packed in so many things we loved. We loved the independent driving and free time we had to explore, along with very well-planned and well-timed booked experiences. The flow of the itinerary and timing was amazing---so we were always able to arrive in destinations on time and explore. We loved our drive around Dingle with Aodan, and our drive in northern Ireland with James, who... Read more

Our sister adventure to Ireland was special in every way. Our specialist Claire, listened to our interests and packed in so many things we loved. We loved the independent driving and free time we had to explore, along with very well-planned and well-timed booked experiences. The flow of the itinerary and timing was amazing---so we were always able to arrive in destinations on time and explore. We loved our drive around Dingle with Aodan, and our drive in northern Ireland with James, who even "went off course" at our request to go find ancestors in rural Derry. Also, the cab tour in Belfast was eye-opening and had so many personal touches and stories to bring it to life. And the weather was so perfect to top it all off.

Hotel Review
The Pipers Rest
Doolin
Authenticity & Character
Location
only steps to the pubs and village, yet quiet and country setting.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Enjoy a Traditional Afternoon Tea at Lough Eske
Enjoy a Traditional Afternoon Tea at Lough Eske
Donegal town
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Bluestack mountains guided walks ( Moderate difficulty )
Bluestack mountains guided walks ( Moderate difficulty )
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Giant's Causeway Clifftop Experience
Giant's Causeway Clifftop Experience
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Belfast Political Taxi Tour
Belfast Political Taxi Tour
Belfast
Quality of Experience
Transport
Guided Killarney National Park Walking Tour
Guided Killarney National Park Walking Tour
Killarney
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
A Private Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula
A Private Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Galway Theatre and literature walking tour
Galway Theatre and literature walking tour
Galway
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Doolin
Quality of Experience
Traditional working sheep farm and Sheepdog demonstration
Traditional working sheep farm and Sheepdog demonstration
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to Doolin
Welcome to Doolin
Doolin

A perfect start to our trip. One of our favorite spots. We had delicious meals, and amazing music both nights.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Jun 25, 2025
Hi Kerry, Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review! I’m thrilled to hear that your Ireland adventure was so special and that you enjoyed the balance of independent exploration and carefully planned experiences. It was a pleasure to tailor the trip to your interests, and I’m glad the timing and flow worked perfectly for you. Aodan and James are truly passionate about their regions, and I’m happy their local insights added extra memories to your journey. Also, I’m glad the weather... Read more

Hi Kerry,

Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review! I’m thrilled to hear that your Ireland adventure was so special and that you enjoyed the balance of independent exploration and carefully planned experiences. It was a pleasure to tailor the trip to your interests, and I’m glad the timing and flow worked perfectly for you. Aodan and James are truly passionate about their regions, and I’m happy their local insights added extra memories to your journey. Also, I’m glad the weather was on your side!

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you’d like to travel again—whether it’s to Ireland, the UK, France, or Italy—we’d love to help plan your next trip. Thank you again for trusting me with your travel experience. Wishing you many more adventures ahead!

Claire & High Point Holidays Team

It even close to Good.
Ireland | May 10 - May 24, 2025

Thomas
Thomas B.
Canada | Reviewed on May 26, 2025
What should have been my first clue, I got a call from a hotel in Dublin at 2 AM in the morning trying to confirm our stay for a day before we even left Canada. Second. The final e-mail outlining our details of the trip was addressed to someone else and it created a lot of
confusion.
The info from the service provider was very awkward to use and it took some time to sort it all out.
The information we needed access at least once every day of our trip was a royal pain to get to.
It...
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What should have been my first clue, I got a call from a hotel in Dublin at 2 AM in the morning trying to confirm our stay for a day before we even left Canada.

Second. The final e-mail outlining our details of the trip was addressed to someone else and it created a lot of
confusion.

The info from the service provider was very awkward to use and it took some time to sort it all out.
The information we needed access at least once every day of our trip was a royal pain to get to.
It involved many hidden steps every time.
The process is listed below….
1) Find the email containing the trip info
2) Find where it says read more.
3)Open trip summary.
4) Locate view details.
5) Scroll to. The current day.
6) Then open show details.
It shouldn’t have involved all those steps every time.
Our excursion to an abandon village never listed a time for our private tour. Luckily we decided to just go there and we arrived at the correct time. Lucky.
The distillery tour indicated that we needed a voucher for the tour. Wrong. They had quit giving tours last year. Fortunately we did get a self guided look at their equipment and had a tasting that is always free.
We booked a this trip to Ireland because of the wonderful experience we had with your company with our trip to Croatia two years ago.
To put it succinctly, if this was our first experience with KimKim Travel it would have been our last.

Hotel Reviews
Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport
,Santry, Dublin 9
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Radisson Blu Hotel Athlone
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Glasha Meadows BnB
Doolin
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kylemore Pass Hotel
Co. Galway
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Stuart made the stay very enjoyable. Hated to leave. Very friendly atmosphere.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Óstán Oileán Acla
Achill Sound
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tara Hotel
Killibegs
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Causeway Hotel
Bushmills
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Enniskeen Country House Hotel
Newcastle
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Guided Kayak Tour in Strangford Lough
Guided Kayak Tour in Strangford Lough
Ireland

It is a good tour of the lake but be prepared to get wet.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Orchard/ Cider tour with Tasting at an apple Farm in Armagh ( 2 hours)
Orchard/ Cider tour with Tasting at an apple Farm in Armagh ( 2 hours)
Ireland

Very informative tour. They do more than just cider.

Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Jun 25, 2025
Dear Thomas and Anita, Thank you for sharing your feedback. I sincerely apologize that your experience did not meet your expectations. I genuinely wish I had the opportunity to review your roadbook with you prior to your trip, as I believe that could have helped address some of the issues you encountered. Additionally, I am sorry that my calls did not go through during your travels. I extended an invitation to review your itinerary beforehand, but I understand you were unable to... Read more

Dear Thomas and Anita,

Thank you for sharing your feedback. I sincerely apologize that your experience did not meet your expectations. I genuinely wish I had the opportunity to review your roadbook with you prior to your trip, as I believe that could have helped address some of the issues you encountered.

Additionally, I am sorry that my calls did not go through during your travels. I extended an invitation to review your itinerary beforehand, but I understand you were unable to respond.

Your comments highlight areas where we can improve, and I appreciate your honesty. It’s always our goal to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey for our clients, and I regret that this was not your experience.

Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss this further—I value your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to restore your confidence in our services.

Warm regards,
Claire & High Point Holidays team

Ireland -
Ireland | May 11 - May 17, 2025

Anneliese
Anneliese H.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on May 18, 2025
Our overall trip and experience was phenomenal. We saw quite a lot of the country in the seven days that we spent and had time to visited family. There were no glitches, no issues, eerything went smooth. We did have one question while on our trip and it was very easily clarified by chatting with Claire. She was fantastic and did an awesome job. Read more

Our overall trip and experience was phenomenal. We saw quite a lot of the country in the seven days that we spent and had time to visited family. There were no glitches, no issues, eerything went smooth. We did have one question while on our trip and it was very easily clarified by chatting with Claire. She was fantastic and did an awesome job.

Hotel Reviews
The River Lee Hotel
Cork

Hotel was great easy to navigate Cork.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Very friendly and accomplished
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and out together
Pax Guest House
Dingle

Fantastic location what you close your eyes and see when you think about Ireland

Authenticity & Character
Amazing staff and feels like a peaceful retreat
Location
Stunning
Staff
John was very attentive and spot on with every detail
Cleanliness & Comfort
Just wow
Carton House
Co. Kildare

Amazing staff and stunning property

Authenticity & Character
Every detail is looked at
Location
Beautiful property
Staff
More staff seeing to your needs than you know what to do with
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean old estate with charm and history around every corner
Meadowlands Hotel
Tralee, Kerry
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Kind of cranky
Cleanliness & Comfort
Salthill Hotel
galway

Great location

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the beach
Staff
Very friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Welcome to Galway Walking Tour
Welcome to Galway Walking Tour
Galway

John was amazing and a delight m, full of all the side knowledge you want to hear and great wit included

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Traditional Irish Homemade Baking Scones and Bread (Kilcolgan)
Traditional Irish Homemade Baking Scones and Bread (Kilcolgan)
Ireland

Kate is a delight.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Visit Blarney castle and kiss the stone
Visit Blarney castle and kiss the stone
Ireland

This is a great experience. I think everyone should do it. The grounds are what makes this experience. The castle itself is like many other castles, but the history and the grounds with their gardens and pathways just stunning.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Blasket Wildlife Eco Tour
Blasket Wildlife Eco Tour
Dingle Town

This was an unexpected delight We had a great tour guide from the local area told us all the ins and outs were able to see some seals playing in the water the puffins and the sea birds diving for fish plus the scenery was amazing.

Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center tickets
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center tickets
Ireland

This was great. We went at the end of the day right as they were about to be done so there weren’t as many people. I guess there can be quite a few. We were able to walk around after driving in the car for a long distance. It was great to stretch your legs. Many pictures cows right up against the barrier very charming.

Afternoon Tea in The Gallery at Adare Manor
Afternoon Tea in The Gallery at Adare Manor
Ireland

This was a treat. The estate is absolutely gorgeous the history was interesting. You felt like you were and an old Irish nobleman’s house having tea. The staff was very attentive and friendly the food unexpectedly delicious with such charm put into the desserts.

Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on May 19, 2025
Dear Anneliese, Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed feedback. I’m thrilled to hear that your overall trip and experience were phenomenal, and that you had the chance to see many parts of the country while also visiting family. It’s great to know everything went smoothly and that there were no glitches—your satisfaction is our top priority! I’m also pleased I could assist with your question during the trip, and I appreciate your kind words about my support. The entire High... Read more

Dear Anneliese,

Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed feedback. I’m thrilled to hear that your overall trip and experience were phenomenal, and that you had the chance to see many parts of the country while also visiting family. It’s great to know everything went smoothly and that there were no glitches—your satisfaction is our top priority!

I’m also pleased I could assist with your question during the trip, and I appreciate your kind words about my support. The entire High Point Holidays Team and I would be absolutely delighted to help you again should you decide to return to Europe. We’d love to be part of your next adventure!

Thanks once again for sharing your positive experience.

Warm regards,
Claire & High Point Holidays Team

We recently returned from an incredible 8-day...
Ireland | Mar 16 - Mar 23, 2025

JaHannah
JaHannah J.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Apr 01, 2025
We recently returned from an incredible 8-day family trip to Ireland, and we cannot thank your team enough for the care, detail, and thoughtful planning that went into our itinerary. From the very beginning, everything was smooth, organized, and clearly designed with our family’s interests in mind. From start to finish, we felt fully supported. Even through our arrival delay, Claire and her team were available and made the needed adjustments seemlessly. The personalized itinerary... Read more

We recently returned from an incredible 8-day family trip to Ireland, and we cannot thank your team enough for the care, detail, and thoughtful planning that went into our itinerary. From the very beginning, everything was smooth, organized, and clearly designed with our family’s interests in mind.

From start to finish, we felt fully supported. Even through our arrival delay, Claire and her team were available and made the needed adjustments seemlessly. The personalized itinerary balanced scenic drives, cultural highlights, and hands-on adventures perfectly — something that kept all four of us engaged, including two teens! The mix of guided experiences and flexible time allowed us to explore at our own pace without feeling rushed.

Highlights of our trip included:
The Falconry Adventure in Killarney was a family favorite and something we’ll be talking about for years.

Kayaking on the Lakes of Killarney was both peaceful and thrilling (when the wind picked up on our return paddle).

The Cliffs of Moher, especially seeing them from the water, was absolutely breathtaking.

And of course, the warm welcomes and live traditional music in local pubs made the evenings feel like a celebration.

We also appreciated the well-chosen accommodations — each hotel was comfortable, family-friendly, and conveniently located. The included breakfasts were excellent and helped us fuel up before big days of exploring.

Your team's attention to detail, from Google Maps links and local tips to activity vouchers and backup contacts, made this trip feel easy and stress-free. We especially appreciated the thoughtful touches for navigating car rentals and parking.

This was our first trip to Ireland, and because of your team, it definitely won’t be our last. We’d recommend your services without hesitation to anyone looking for a well-curated, immersive, and family-friendly travel experience.

Thank you again for helping us create memories that will last a lifetime.

Hotel Reviews
Randles Hotel Killarney
Co. Kerry
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Maryborough Hotel and Spa
Cork
Authenticity & Character
Wish we had more time here to explore the hotel and grounds!
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Doolin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Falconry Adventures
Falconry Adventures
Killarney
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Killarney Lakes Discovery by Kayak
Killarney Lakes Discovery by Kayak
Killarney
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Apr 02, 2025
Hi Jahannah, Thank you so much for this fantastic review. As you've noticed, there is a lot of engagement from our team to make your experience unforgettable and seamless, and getting feedback such as yours is truly rewarding. It was a pleasure crafting your family’s trip to Ireland, and we’re delighted to hear that the balance of scenic drives, cultural highlights, and hands-on adventures kept everyone engaged—including your teens! Knowing that moments like the Falconry Adventure, kayaking... Read more

Hi Jahannah,

Thank you so much for this fantastic review. As you've noticed, there is a lot of engagement from our team to make your experience unforgettable and seamless, and getting feedback such as yours is truly rewarding.

It was a pleasure crafting your family’s trip to Ireland, and we’re delighted to hear that the balance of scenic drives, cultural highlights, and hands-on adventures kept everyone engaged—including your teens! Knowing that moments like the Falconry Adventure, kayaking on the Lakes of Killarney, and experiencing the Cliffs of Moher from the water became cherished highlights makes us so happy.

We also appreciate your kind words about the accommodations and the little details that helped make the trip feel smooth and stress-free. Our goal is always to ensure you can focus on enjoying your journey while we handle the logistics behind the scenes.

Most of all, we love hearing that this was your first trip to Ireland—but definitely not your last! It would be an absolute pleasure to welcome you and your family back whenever you're ready for another adventure.

Wishing you many more incredible travels ahead, and thank you again for your trust and recommendation!

Best,
Claire, Romane & High Point Holidays Team

Claire did an amazing job of helping us plan ...
Ireland | Sep 18 - Oct 9, 2024

Cricket
Cricket H.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Oct 10, 2024
Claire did an amazing job of helping us plan our trip. Every reservation was exactly as she said it would be. Not only did she do a great job with the itinerary before we left, she also touched base with us on the trip to make sure all was going well. Having spent 40 years in the travel business, I was extremely pleased with her attention to details. Dublin transfer to the airport to pick up the car - driver right on time
Car Rental - Europcar was good
Titanic Experience in Belfast -...
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Claire did an amazing job of helping us plan our trip. Every reservation was exactly as she said it would be. Not only did she do a great job with the itinerary before we left, she also touched base with us on the trip to make sure all was going well. Having spent 40 years in the travel business, I was extremely pleased with her attention to details.

Dublin transfer to the airport to pick up the car - driver right on time
Car Rental - Europcar was good
Titanic Experience in Belfast - interesting
Taxi Tour in Belfast - Paul was very informative
Ferry to Rathlin Island - perfect and they allowed us to return early
Bogside History Tour in Derry - very interesting and informative. Sorry, but I cannot remember his name.
Hotels: Excellent other than the Warren in Belfast. The Warren was quirky but not my favorite. Loved the Ghan House
Dinners: Land to Sea in Dingle - wonderful

Hotel Reviews
Ship Quay Hotel
Londonderry

The Ship Quay Hotel in Derry was fine, not deluxe, but clean. The staff was really nice, especially in both the bar and dining areas. We appreciated the wonderful location and friendly service.

Elephant Rock Hotel
Portrush

The Elephant Rock Hotel in Portrush was a nice stay. Although nothing particularly stood out, the location was fine, and overall, it served its purpose well. We had a comfortable stay.

The warren Belfast
BELFAST

The Warren Belfast was not very clean, especially the bathroom where both the soap dispenser and shower were very dirty. There was no closet, just a couple of pegs for clothes, which was manageable, but the hygiene was a concern. Breakfast was self-service with no utensils provided to pick up the bread, making it seem a bit unsanitary

Ghan House Hotel

The Ghan House is lovely as is the staff. The dinner was very good. We needed an earlier breakfast than what is normally served, and it was no problem. This was definitely one of our favorite hotels during a 23 night trip!

Authenticity & Character
Felt like stepping back in time.
Location
Five minute walk from the town.
Staff
Everyone was very friendly and accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Heatons Guesthouse
Dingle

The hotel is on the edge of town, but an easy walk into town to the restaurants. The room was large and comfortable with a sea view. I appreciated the hot tea and chocolate cake when we checked in!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Guided Bogside History Walking Tour
Guided Bogside History Walking Tour
Londonderry (Derry)

We spent two days in Derry. Did this tour on the first day. It was an eye opener for an American.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walking tour
Belfast Political Taxi Tour
Belfast Political Taxi Tour
Belfast

Very interesting. It was interesting to see the Irish side of the "Troubles". It was not always the same as what we were seeing in the U.S.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Great London Taxi
Land to Sea : Michelin Recommended dining
Land to Sea : Michelin Recommended dining
Dingle Town

Absolutely exquisite!

Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Oct 11, 2024
Hi Cricket, Thank you so much for your kind words and detailed feedback! I’m thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly and that the trip lived up to your expectations. It means a lot to know that someone with your extensive travel experience was pleased with the arrangements. I truly enjoyed helping you plan this adventure! I appreciate your thoughts on the Warren in Belfast—it's always helpful to hear this kind of feedback for future trips. I’m glad to hear you loved Ghan House and... Read more

Hi Cricket,

Thank you so much for your kind words and detailed feedback! I’m thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly and that the trip lived up to your expectations. It means a lot to know that someone with your extensive travel experience was pleased with the arrangements. I truly enjoyed helping you plan this adventure!

I appreciate your thoughts on the Warren in Belfast—it's always helpful to hear this kind of feedback for future trips. I’m glad to hear you loved Ghan House and that the experiences like the Bogside History Tour and Land to Sea in Dingle stood out!

Thanks again for your trust and for sharing your experience. I hope we can work together on more adventures in the future!

Wishing you all the best,
Claire & High Point Holidays team

Ireland’s Highlights
Ireland | Sep 28 - Oct 4, 2024

Mary
Mary N.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 06, 2024
Everything was carefully planned and coordinated by Claire and her teammates. Our fairly robust itinerary went smoothly and included walking food tours, e-bike tours, guided hikes, a visit to an island, a boat tour of a lake, and an hidden gems tour and more. The guides on the tours were informative and entertaining. The 3 private drivers were friendly and competent and made our 4 + hours of travel time pass quickly with their stories, etc. Read more

Everything was carefully planned and coordinated by Claire and her teammates. Our fairly robust itinerary went smoothly and included walking food tours, e-bike tours, guided hikes, a visit to an island, a boat tour of a lake, and an hidden gems tour and more. The guides on the tours were informative and entertaining. The 3 private drivers were friendly and competent and made our 4 + hours of travel time pass quickly with their stories, etc.

Hotel Reviews
The Fleet
Dublin
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Randles Hotel Killarney
Co. Kerry
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Skeffington Arms Hotel
Galway
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Killarney boat tour
Killarney boat tour
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Killarney National Park Walking Tour
Guided Killarney National Park Walking Tour
Killarney
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center tickets
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center tickets
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided E-bike Tour Of Galway City
Guided E-bike Tour Of Galway City
Galway
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Galway Food Tour
Galway Food Tour
Galway
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Oct 07, 2024
Hi Mary and Bill, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure planning your trip, and I’m thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly and that you enjoyed the activities. I’m especially happy to hear that you connected well with the guides and drivers. We have a close relationship with our local suppliers, and they are true professionals, always eager to share the warmth of Irish "Fáilte." I’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to them and the High Point... Read more

Hi Mary and Bill,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure planning your trip, and I’m thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly and that you enjoyed the activities.

I’m especially happy to hear that you connected well with the guides and drivers. We have a close relationship with our local suppliers, and they are true professionals, always eager to share the warmth of Irish "Fáilte." I’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to them and the High Point Holidays team!

Wishing you both many more incredible adventures, and I’d be happy to assist you whenever you're ready for your next journey.

Warm regards,
Claire & High Point Holidays Team