Deborah Boarolo

Visited the Amalfi Coast and Sicily in October. Deborah was a delight to work with, very quick to understand what we were looking for on our trip and super responsive to many changes along the way, even last minute ones. Hotels selected were all excellent, tours well organized and transfers always on time. We especially loved Lara's enthusiastic tour of Palermo. She clearly was proud of her Sicilian home! Small touches added in celebration of an anniversary while there made it very special.
Perhaps we could have organized some things at a lower cost, however the overall package (which we could not have duplicated without detailed prior knowledge of the regions) and stress free travel made it all worthwhile. Highly recommended.
Ian & Wendy

We were fortunate to have Deborah as our trip planner to northern Italy. She was beyond amazing in every way. She was always prompt when answering my (numerous!) questions and had great recommendations on tours, etc. She constantly stayed in contact with me during the trip to be sure that things were going smoothly. Our local tour guide, Enrico, went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. He was informative and so helpful at every step, making sure all of our drivers were on time and that we were happy with everything. He was really incredible and I can't say enough good words about him. I knew that if I had a question or concern, I would get an immediate answer from him or Deborah-- they were that on top of things-- even on a weekend night!
I would highly recommend anyone who is thinking of traveling to use Deborah. This is my 2nd time using Kimkim and I will definitely use them again in the future. They are top notch all the way around. I would give them 10 stars if I could!

Activity Reviews

Prosecco wine tour with 2 wine tasting sessions and lunch included

Italy

Both of the cantina's were lovely. The 1st stop was at Fasol Menin and they provided an incredible spread to have along with our Prosecco tasting. The lunch that Deborah set up for us was at Trattoria Alla Cima and was a beautiful and scenic restaurant and the lunch was delicious.

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We really enjoyed the tasting at Fasol Menin-- the food along with the Prosecco was perfect.

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Giorgio was a wonderful driver!

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Truffle Hunting

Italy

This was a very fun and informative tour. we learned so much about truffles that we did not know. The owner clearly loved what he does. This was an enjoyable afternoon.

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Murano & Burano Excursion

Venice

We toured Murano and Burano for a 1/2 day. It was the perfect amount of time. Very interesting and scenic islands and well worth the visit.

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Langhe Winery Tour

Italy

We visited Tenute Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy and Azienda Agricola Marrone. Lunch was at Osteria Disguido and was really delicious! The wineries were excellent and the tours informative.

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Private Boat Tour of Lake Como

Italy

This was a 6 hour private tour of the Lake Como region. Our guide, Nathalie, was informative and they took us to several areas of the lake, pointing out important landmarks and villas along the way.

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Deborah planned a perfect trip for my sister and I to visit Italy together. We requested a more laid-back itinerary without visits to the usual sights because we had been there previously, and Deborah did an excellent job of planning alternative options like wine tastings, tours by boat, and opportunities to enjoy each place we visited. We visited Lake Como with a private tour of several locations on the lake, as well as Florence where we took a variety of day trips into surrounding Tuscany (including Siena, and San Gimignano, and Cince Terre). We also planned to attend a concert in Milan, and Deborah was able to incorporate our plans into her itinerary as well. Something really helpful was that she established "chaperones" in each city that met us at the airport, train station, or at our hotels to receive us when traveling from another city and help make sure we were settled. Deborah was thoughtful, friendly, and efficient with our trip plan, and even went so far as to book us a new tour when one of ours was canceled at the last minute while we were en route to Italy. We received a message when we arrived at the airport that she had booked us a new tour so that we didn't even have to worry about it which was amazing. We felt she took great care in making sure we were pleased with our trip before, during, and after. Thank you Deborah for a memorable trip!

Deborah really listened to what we wanted and planned a wonderful trip. We stayed in Rome for 3 nights and Sorrento for 5 nights. All of the drivers that we had were WONDERFUL! One of the best activities we did was a cooking class in Sorrento with Chef Martina. It was one of the best things we have ever done! We also had a great time in Ravello at a wine tasting and vineyard tour. Hotel Corallo in Sorrento (Sant'Angello) was a perfect location away from the crowds, but close to everything with beautiful views. I tried several travel agents before deciding to use Deborah, and none of them really listened to what I wanted. Deborah was a great listener, patient, and communicative!

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Della Conciliazione

Rome

Our stay at Hotel Della Conciliazione in Rome was fantastic. The location was close to everything, and the hotel was clean with a friendly staff. The hotel seemed to be located in a neighborhood with a lot of locals, which added to the authentic feel of our stay.

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Hotel Corallo

Sorrento

Our stay at Hotel Corallo on the Amalfi Coast was also fantastic. The hotel had a beautiful view of the water and the staff was very friendly and accommodating. Despite initially getting a room off the lobby without a balcony or terrace, we found our stay to be excellent. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the Amalfi Coast.

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Evening Aperitivo Tour

Rome

Valeria was our guide through the foods and neighborhoods in Rome. We were exhausted from our travels, but she was fabulous. Valeria was knowledgeable, kind, warm, and fun! We had a great experience trying food that the locals ate. She also helped us get oriented to where we were in Rome so that we knew the area on the first day.

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Really felt like a local

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Small group tour of Vatican City , Sistine Chapel & saint Peter's Basilica

Rome

We had Sylvia as our tour guide. She was an art history major so she had a true passion for what she was showing us, but she made it easy for all of us to understand. Highly recommend Sylvia.

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Cooking Class in Amalfi Coast

Italy

Best thing we did on our whole trip! Chef Martina is amazing. You go directly to her home and actually cook in her kitchen. The views from her home are amazing! She has such a passion for what she is doing. There are not words to describe this wonderful experience.

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Visit of the Amalfi Coast villages with wine tasting and lunch at Tenuta di San Francesco

Italy

Our driver was Tony. Tony was warm, friendly, and knowledgeable. He was so much fun! He made the drive around the Amalfi coast so much fun. The wine tasting was great. The family who runs the vineyard were so kind and humble. The food and wine were great. It says it is a light lunch. We were STUFFED!

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Tony is fabulous!

Small group tour of Colosseum with Arena access, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum

Rome

The Colosseum tour was also great. Our guide was fantastic and the small group size made the experience enjoyable. The historical sites were breathtaking and our guide made them come alive with interesting facts and stories.

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Our trip was a relatively short visit to the Amalfi Coast for our son and daughter-in-law's wedding. We had specific constraints on arrival and departure dates and events we needed to attend. We also had some free time we wanted to occupy with special tours and experiences, and we needed transport between the various appointments. Deborah Boarolo was exceedingly helpful in guiding us to prepare a trip plan that provided everything we were looking for. When we arrived in Naples, we were met with our local concierge, Debora (Debz) Rimonti and our first driver to get comfortably transferred from the airport to our first hotel. During our stay, Debz was very helpful whenever we had questions or needed to make minor changes to the timing of our plans. Our first full day in Naples included a walking tour of the city with local guide Sonia (unfortunately I don't recall her last name), which was an excellent way to learn some of the history of this vibrant city. Each of our local drivers were extremely punctual, professional, and also provided interesting information of the area. Overall, we had an excellent experience in Naples and the Amalfi Coast, and we credit the Kim Kim team with making that happen.

Hotel Reviews

Santa Chiara Boutique Hotel

Naples

We loved staying at the Santa Chiara Boutique Hotel in Naples. The hotel was located in the heart of the old city, with narrow, cobblestone streets and old buildings. The staff was super friendly and attentive, and the room was comfortable and enjoyable. This hotel had a feeling like it was run by a small family, which made it feel intimate and personal.

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Hotel Corallo

Sorrento

Our stay at Hotel Corallo on the Amalfi Coast was a bit of a mixed experience. While the staff was attentive and the hotel was more polished and formal, our room was quite small and the towels looked old and thin. The breakfast selection was large and enjoyable, but we're not sure if we would return to this hotel in the future.

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More polished and formal hotel

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Activity Reviews

Street Food Tour in Naples

Italy

We loved our street food tour in Naples with our local guide, Sonia. She did a great job taking us down various streets and explaining the history of the area. We found this activity to be really engaging and enjoyable.

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Group pizza making class

Italy

Our group pizza making class was entertaining and informative. We learned about the best ingredients and techniques for making pizza, and even made our own dough. The dinner afterward was delicious and the company was great

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Visit of the Amalfi Coast villages with wine tasting and lunch at Tenuta di San Francesco

Italy

Our visit to the Amalfi Coast villages and wine tasting at Tenuta di San Francesco was excellent. It was fun to climb up into the mountains and visit the old winery. The lunch prepared by the family was delicious, and the tour of the vineyard and winery afterward was a great experience.

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Lemon Grove- Mozzarella Farm in Sorrento area

Italy

Our food tour in Sorrento was a highlight of our trip. We visited a lemon grove, cheese making farm, and enjoyed an oil tasting and limoncello tasting. The only downside was an unexpected encounter with a cat at the cheese-making portion of the tour, which caused some allergy issues.

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