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Dean Romero

Hello everyone!
I am Dean Romero from the most beautiful country in the world - Colombia🇨🇴❤️! I’m passionate about discovering new places and enjoying them to the fullest. I have visited several places in my country and know its beauty and diversity in cultural and natural aspects. All of this makes Colombia the best destination to visit in my opinion!

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialized in the Caribbean, although I also know the Andean region of the country quite well."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"A family trip that we took to the coffee region of Colombia. Going through impressive coffee farms, admiring their production process, and being able to see from Manizales. Next traveling to the world capital of Salsa, Cali. This has been one of the best experiences I have had."

Dean is part of the following groups: Colombia Travel Agents
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Favorite experiences

Tour of Tayrona National Park

Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona (Tayrona National Park) is one of about 58 national parks in Colombia, and this protected area is known for having some of the most virgin coastal landscapes in the entire country. Indeed, it's home to one of the most iconic "postcard" destinations in Colombia: the...

MedellĂ­n City Tour

The city of Medellín, located in central Colombia's Antioquia region, is a true global success story. Once plagued by cartel violence, over the past 20 years it has turned itself around to become a model of safety, boasting a mass-transit system second to none. This six-hour tour begins in...

Bogotá City Tour

Bogotá is one of Latin America's most interesting and historic capital cities. At one time it was the seat of government for the new South American republic after independence from Spain. Believe it or not, many historic landmarks from those independence years still stand in Bogotá even now. A...

Zipaquirá & Nemecón Salt Mines Day-Trip

A mere 50 minutes north of Bogotá lies the town of Zipaquirá, which became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007. While certainly a charming colonial town, Zipaquirá is a must-visit Colombian destination for one single landmark: the Salt Cathedral, located just outside of town. This is indeed a...

Coffee Finca - Hiking - Explore Salento

It's fitting that Salento, one of the most beautiful colonial towns in Colombia, is surrounded by the Valle de Cocora (Cocora Valley), which happens to be one of the most beautiful valleys in Colombia. This fertile region, denoted by rolling green hills, abounds with various coffee estates that...

Cartagena City Tour

Cartagena, abounding as it is with cobbled streets lined by colonial homes with bougainvilia-draped balconies, is a city that begs to be explored on foot. And a guided walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage walled city (Old Town) is the perfect way to do this. It's a brisk 2.5-hour tour that...

Recent trip reviews for Dean

Wendy and team put together an amazing trip f...
Colombia | Oct 12 - Oct 19, 2023

Andrea
Andrea Z.
South Houston, TX | Reviewed on Nov 22, 2023
Wendy and team put together an amazing trip for us! They were incredibly helpful, always available and we had the best experience. All of our guides were very kind, fun and knowledgeable. The accommodations and tours were just what we were looking for! Wendy made sure we always had the info for the day - whether it was info about our guide, or transportation, or hotel, etc - very organized and on top of it. Read more

Wendy and team put together an amazing trip for us! They were incredibly helpful, always available and we had the best experience. All of our guides were very kind, fun and knowledgeable. The accommodations and tours were just what we were looking for! Wendy made sure we always had the info for the day - whether it was info about our guide, or transportation, or hotel, etc - very organized and on top of it.

Hotel Reviews
EK Hotel

Wonderful boutique hotel in Bogota. Great location with many restaurants and safe to walk around. Room was clean and very nice. Room service was great!

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Villa Maria Tayrona, a Kali Hotels
Los Naranjos

Wow! Such a cute and different stay! We had our own cottage that overlooked the hillside and out to the ocean - just wonderful. Food was great. Lila the parrot was a fun addition!

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Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena

WONDERFUL STAFF!!!! So very helpful and friendly. Maria J, Kevin & Nellys truly made our time magical. Room was clean and very comfortable. Food was great.

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Maria J, Kevin & Nellys - the best!
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Grand Hyatt Bogotá
Bogotá

VERY nice. We were only here a short time, but it was a nice room and comfortable. Nice to be close to the airport.

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Close to airport
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Activity Reviews
Paloquemao Farmers Market |  Colonial Downtown & Monserrate
Paloquemao Farmers Market | Colonial Downtown & Monserrate
Colombia

Sarah was awesome! Her energy and friendliness set the tone. It was a fun experience and really interesting to get to know the customs and foods of Colombia!

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Food
The empanadas!!!
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Hiking in the Tayrona National Park
Hiking in the Tayrona National Park
Colombia

Not to be missed! Wow! Yube was one of the best guides. The trail was definitely pushing our limits, but in a good way - and the views were 100% worth every effort!

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The restaurant on the beach was my favorite meal of the whole trip!
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Street Food Tour
Street Food Tour
Cartagena

Camilo was a great guide! It was very interesting to get to know more about the history of Cartagena and to taste some of their most popular foods.

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BarĂş & the Rosario Islands
BarĂş & the Rosario Islands
Colombia

What a perfect way to spend my birthday! The views were amazing and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect day! Valentina was a great guide - pointing out and sharing interesting history and places.

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Dinner in Cartagena
Dinner in Cartagena
Cartagena

We had to switch to a lunch due to an illness, but our wonderful team was able to make that happen. Alma had great ambiance and fantastic food! The staff was so friendly and very helpful.

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Local specialist: Dean Romero

Thank you for showing the beauty of Colombia!
Colombia | Jun 30 - Jul 4, 2023

K
K.J. M.
Skokie, IL | Reviewed on Jul 05, 2023
The care and professionalism of KimKim staff and guides were evident and much appreciated! Our first guide, Lina, was personable, patient and informative. We really enjoyed her energy and passion for us to learn about Colombia. Her suggestion to visit district 13 was an excellent suggestion! We are an antistatic family, so it was a memorable experience! We wish her all the best with her future endeavors; she has a gift! on our next destination, we briefly met Jhovanny who was briefly filling... Read more

The care and professionalism of KimKim staff and guides were evident and much appreciated! Our first guide, Lina, was personable, patient and informative. We really enjoyed her energy and passion for us to learn about Colombia. Her suggestion to visit district 13 was an excellent suggestion! We are an antistatic family, so it was a memorable experience! We wish her all the best with her future endeavors; she has a gift! on our next destination, we briefly met Jhovanny who was briefly filling in for Juan. He was awesome with his bird knowledge and leaving a great impression on us for such a brief moment with him. Out final guide, Juan was personable and humble. He was also knowledgeable about the part, the horses (which he helped us to feel comfortable to touch one!) He and Anderson were very helpful with us arriving to the airport.

My family's biggest gripe was having to get up at 3am, so we would be ready for our pick time. When we arrived to the airport, we waited nearly an hour to check in. It appeared that we could have arrive later since the airport itself wouldn't even be open until 6am! Having to get our children ready for such an early departure was frustrating since we waiting once we arrived.

All in all, the hotels were really beautiful, but please keep in mind that two bathrooms makes far more sense for a family of four.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Terasu Salento
Salento, QuindĂ­o

such a beautiful place, great host and relaxing experience overall

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We were walking distance from market square.
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The pillowcases were damp, but everything was clean and tidy
Quinta Ladera
Medellin

A bohemian vibe that was fun to experience.

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The lack of space for a family of four was not desirable..
Activity Reviews
Social Transformation In MedellĂ­n
Social Transformation In MedellĂ­n
MedellĂ­n

We were very happy to support such a creative neighborhood.

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 CĂłcora Valley, Salento & Coffee Farm
CĂłcora Valley, Salento & Coffee Farm
Colombia

The best part was learning about the high quality coffee and touching the horses that roam free.

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Colorful Colombia: Hike to Guatapé Rock, Guatapé & Peñol-Guatape Reservoir
Colorful Colombia: Hike to Guatapé Rock, Guatapé & Peñol-Guatape Reservoir
Colombia
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Local specialist: Dean Romero
Dean
Dean Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Replied on Jul 07, 2023

Hi Keisha!
Thank you for your comments
It was a pleasure for us to help you with your trip to Colombia.
I hope you see you soon with your family in Colombia to find more magical places!
Have a wonderful day.
Best,
Dean

Colombia, an outdoor visual feast!
Colombia | Jun 15 - Jun 27, 2023

Thomas
Thomas B.
Beaumont, CA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023
What a great trip. The itinerary that Dean helped me create was a perfect way to visit Colombia. In less than 2 weeks I enjoyed a wonderful introduction to an under appreciated country. Between the gorgeous natural scenery and stunning street art Colombia is an outdoor visual feast. The tours were excellent with a good mix our outdoor activity and culture. Every guide and driver was a pleasure to meet. All were professional, punctual and knowledgeable. Their passion for Colombia was... Read more

What a great trip. The itinerary that Dean helped me create was a perfect way to visit Colombia. In less than 2 weeks I enjoyed a wonderful introduction to an under appreciated country. Between the gorgeous natural scenery and stunning street art Colombia is an outdoor visual feast.

The tours were excellent with a good mix our outdoor activity and culture. Every guide and driver was a pleasure to meet. All were professional, punctual and knowledgeable. Their passion for Colombia was infectious. I especially enjoyed my time with Lina and Martin in Medellin. Almost immediately I knew I was traveling with friends.

Finally, I’m happy I organized this through kimkim. As soon as I landed in Bogota to start my trip I was greeted by Wendy who graciously escorted me to the hotel, briefly showed me the neighborhood and offered suggestions where to eat. Every step of the way Dean and Wendy communicated travel arrangements (usually boarding passes for in country flights) or just to check in.

Hotel Review
EK Hotel

An excellent hotel with a boutique character. The room was spacious and the bed comfortable. I slept well. Excellent location with many restaurant options.

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Activity Reviews
Bogota's vibrant street art.
Bogota's vibrant street art.
Colombia

If you like street art you will love Colombia! Having a guide like Daniel tell you the back story of some of these wonderful pieces of street art adds so much.

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Very professional.
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Salento, Filandia, & the Valley of Wax Palms
Salento, Filandia, & the Valley of Wax Palms
Colombia

An amazing landscape.

Quality of Experience
Are you kidding? Look at the pictures. This place is special.
Food
A very good choice of restaurant. Very festive atmosphere in the pretty town of Silento.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very professional. Filip was a great guide. He was attentive to my hiking pace while also providing information. I really enjoyed that he did not over talk as some guides may do allowing us both to enjoy some moments of serene silence to soak in this amazing place.
Transport
We avoided the inevitable traffic snarls and crowds. A great job!
The City of The Eternal Spring & Street Food In La Comuna 13
The City of The Eternal Spring & Street Food In La Comuna 13
MedellĂ­n

Unfortunately the area around Botero park is not that nice, but really it is no different than other cities. Fortunately, it was but a small distraction from the rest of the tour. The Botero statues are worth seeing and Comuna 13 is special. What the people of this community have done for s an inspiration. I loved being there.

Quality of Experience
Food
Lina took me to berracas de la 13. The service and food was great.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
My first day with Lina and Martin. Within an hour or so I felt like I was traveling with friends. Lina was very knowledgeable in the history of Medellin - the good, bad and infamous. But it was her infectious optimism about the people of Medellin that made this day really special.
Transport
Martin!
Colorful Colombia: Hike to Guatapé Rock, Guatapé & Peñol-Guatape Reservoir
Colorful Colombia: Hike to Guatapé Rock, Guatapé & Peñol-Guatape Reservoir
Colombia

Another great outdoor tour. A great combination of boat ride to see the surroundings from the water, a climb up El Penol for a Birds Eye view, and a stroll through a colorful small town.

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My second day with Lina and Martin. I was with friends.
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Martin!
Full day Coffee Workshop - "From the plant to the cup"
Full day Coffee Workshop - "From the plant to the cup"
Colombia

One of my favorite days in Colombia. I have a new appreciation for the skill, dedication and hard work that goes into my morning coffee. Learning this at Cafe de la Cima was a great experience. They were fantastic hosts and produce great coffee. I’m glad they ship to the US!

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Food
A great home cooked meal. The arepa with cheese! So delicious!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
I really enjoyed sharing a fantastic lunch with Lina and Martin. Lina introduced me to the famous Colombian cheese bread. I want more. She was right. My life would not be same after the cheese bread. :)
Transport
Martin!
Hiking in the Tayrona National Park
Hiking in the Tayrona National Park
Colombia

I expected this to be spectacular and it was. If I were a poet I might be able to do justice with words.

Quality of Experience
The location was worth putting up with the heat and humidity which I normally try to avoid.
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very professional and knowledgeable.
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Walking Tour
Walking Tour
Cartagena

I really enjoyed walking through the Getsemani neighborhood. Lively and colorful!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Isaac was great guide. Very professional. His enthusiasm was infectious and welcome on a hot and humid morning.
Transport
Palenque: The first “free town” for Africans in the Americas
Palenque: The first “free town” for Africans in the Americas
Cartagena

Very interesting tour of a landmark of freedom in the Americas. Glad I visited and I really appreciate the work the people of this community are doing to keep this unique culture alive.

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Food
One of the best fried fish meals I’ve had. I’m salivating just thinking about it.
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Local specialist: Dean Romero
Dean
Dean Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Replied on Jul 04, 2023

Hi Tom!
Thank you for your wonderful review!
It was a pleasure for us to do this trip for you!
and as I told you before ¨ no es un adiós, sino un hasta luego¨
I hope to see you soon here, to explore more beautiful places in Colombia that I know you will be in love with.
Have an awesome day!

Best,
Dean