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Gustavo Camperos

I was originally born in Colombia but at a young age moved to Costa Rica with my family. As foreigners, we were inspired to get to know our new home as much as possible and through those travels, I fell in love with the place and its people. Costa Rica is richer than most countries in raw natural beauty, given its concentration in such a small land extension, but an even greater asset is its people. They are always ready to go out of their way to make you feel at home and the Pura Vida motto is highly contagious.

As my career progressed, I joined kimkim to bring my local knowledge of Costa Rica and expand my horizons by servicing Greece as well. Since then my main goal has been to dive into this destination as if it were my home, learning all about its history, its people, and all its most recent trends. My local knowledge of the destination has also expanded with development trips that have allowed me first hand to fall in love with Greece and motivated me to share with travelers what the birthplace of democracy has to offer.

How did you get involved in travel?

"Being born in Colombia and moving to Costa Rica at a young age allowed me to experience the benefits of cultural exchange. I was able to observe both cultures as a foreigner and a local, learning about their similarities and contrasts, and seeing how this exchange can enrich people's lives. This is one of the things that inspired me to create experiences that can help people grow, expand their horizons, make new friends and fall in love with customs and cultures that may even be completely opposite to what they believe. For me travel is a tool for a more tolerant and united world. "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"I will never forget my stay at the Llao Llao Hotel in La Patagonia. It was right at the beginning of winter and I have the clear memory of swimming underneath the barrier that separated the indoor pool from the outdoor pool, feeling the piercing cold in the face as I emerged out of the water and seeing the sun set between the snowy peaks at a distance. It is a sight I do not think I can ever forget, and Patagonia is one of the places I always keep in my heart. "

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Favorite experiences

Río Pacuare Whitewater Rafting

Located along Costa Rica's Caribbean slope near Turrialba is a deep gorge considered one of the best river-rafting sites in the world. The Río Pacuare runs 67 miles (107 km) from the Talamanca Mountains to the Caribbean in the southwest of the country. Along the way, it passes through some of the...

Samaria Gorge Guided Hike

Experience a full-day guided hiking tour through Europe's longest (and Crete's most popular) river gorge, Samaria Gorge. As one of the island's natural wonders, you'll enjoy incredible views of the rushing river, rocky mountain peaks, and Crete's scenic countryside. Along the way, your local...

Sloth & Bird Hike

Join an expert guide for a family-friendly, 1.2-mile hike through Costa Rica's secondary rainforest a few minutes from La Fortuna in search of the country's most beloved creature—the sloth. With the help of your guide's keen eye, you'll spot camouflaged sloths as well as vibrant birdlife,...

Visit the Palace of Knossos and Archaological Museum

Enjoy a private tour of Knossos Palace, Cretes' most extensive and important archeological site. A licensed guide will cater the tour to your personal interests and lead you through the most important monuments of the site, such as the Palace of Knossos, the Little Palace, the Royal Villa, and...

Sunrise or Sunset Horseback Ride

Saddle up for an adventure on horseback! Choose between a morning or sunset ride and explore the unspoiled tropical beach near Nosara. Trot over jungle trails, cross the river to the Gulf of Nosara, and gallop along Playa Pelada's white sands as blue waves crash nearby.

Private Culture Walk with Food Tastings & Tavern Meal

Bring your comfortable walking shoes (and your appetite) on this four-hour stroll around Naxos. Experience the city through the eyes of a local as you follow your private guide to the ruins of the Temple of Apollo and climb to the Venetian Castle. After admiring island artifacts at the...

Recent trip reviews for Gustavo

An amazing trip through Crete and Santorini!
Greece | Jun 28 - Jul 8, 2025

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Melissa K.
Australia | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025
Gustavo was very easy to work with from the beginning when we were trying to come up with ideas for our holiday to Greece. He was able to accommodate a variety of changes to our itinerary when we were first were organising and was easy to contact via the site. His suggestions for accommodation were amazing!! Leah was also easy to work with and able to assist whilst we were away and quick to respond. Our favorite excursion was the day trip to Balos Lagoon and Falassarna Beach, which was... Read more

Gustavo was very easy to work with from the beginning when we were trying to come up with ideas for our holiday to Greece. He was able to accommodate a variety of changes to our itinerary when we were first were organising and was easy to contact via the site. His suggestions for accommodation were amazing!! Leah was also easy to work with and able to assist whilst we were away and quick to respond.

Our favorite excursion was the day trip to Balos Lagoon and Falassarna Beach, which was suggested by Gustavo.

Thankyou!!

Hotel Reviews
San Salvatore Monastery
Chania

The location and uniqueness of this accomodation is amazing! We loved staying here. The breakfast provided was incredible and the beauty on the deck, amazing! So close to walk to the many restaurants and harbor. Only negative was the air conditioning being quite loud. Good set up for our family.

Authenticity & Character
charming place to stay.
Location
So incredibly close to everything and a beautiful view.
Staff
Irene was very nice and accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
City Lion
Heraklion Crete

This apartment was in a very convenient location in Heraklion. It was quiet, there was a small kitchenette to use. Was comfortably able to accommodate our two children (one on the sofa and the other on a trundle bed type arrangement). The main bedroom was upstairs with a balcony and small view. The staff were so lovely! You can also order take out from a nearby restaurant that delivers to the room. No meals included in the stay, but this isnt a problem as it is so close to everything.

Authenticity & Character
Cute place to stay and lovely staff
Location
Location was amazing, can walk to all the restaurants and locations with ease.
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Aqua Luxury Suites Santorini
Imerovigli

This is a lovely place to stay in Santorini. The staff here were very friendly. Breakfast was lovely and can be served in your room or in the restaurant which has an amazing view. We were in the cave suite which easily accommodated our family of two adults two kids. Just remember - sofa bed, is literally sheets on a sofa. Only disapointment is that with this room - you don't get a view from your room or a plunge pool - so just check which room when looking at the photos!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Easy to walk to Fira and of course, amazing views.
Staff
Very friendly and accommodating
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Balos Lagoon & Falassarna Beach 4WD Day Trip with Lunch
Balos Lagoon & Falassarna Beach 4WD Day Trip with Lunch
Chania

Our family loved this day trip! our guide was Vasili, he was very knowledgeable, great with the kids, took us to great spots for photos and was very friendly. Lunch was amazing. Good to experience having your own deck chairs/umbrella already arranged as part of the tour. Highly recommend.

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Private Visit to Zeus Cave & Lasithi Plateau
Private Visit to Zeus Cave & Lasithi Plateau
Greece

This trip was a real let down and we would not recommend. We knew that Zeus cave was closed (undergoing repair) when we booked, but decided to go with this day trip to see more of Crete. I suspect the whole thing was a little dodgy - we didnt get a tour guide, we had a man who was very nice, but admitted he had never been to some of the places before and just followed the points in the itinerary. He was not able to tell us about anywhere we went. Definately dont need to go and see the village that was under the dam - it does NOT match the description provided..

Quality of Experience
This trip was not what was described
Food
Food was great and was included, taken to a restaurant from a long time local in a small village. This was probably the highlight of the tour.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
we didnt get a guide. Rather someone that was driving us to the points provided to them on an itinerary, some of which they had never been to themselves previously.
Transport
Knossos Palace Experience
Knossos Palace Experience
Greece

Our tour at Knossos Palace was great and was with a very knowledgeable guide. She was able to provide us with all the details of the palace. It was quite a quick trip to the palace and might have been good to have a little longer but because we had the pick up/drop off included time was limited. Having said that, having this arranged certainly made life easier as it looked a little crazy for those trying to arrange transport themselves.

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Private Island Villages & Akrotiri Day Trip
Private Island Villages & Akrotiri Day Trip
Santorini

We had a lovely guide Sakis, who was able to accommodate our requests for the itinerary - we had independently booked tickets to the cultural symposium in Megalochori which we were able to attend first as part of the time. We had been to Oia and Pyrgos the day previously so we adjusted the itinerary. He took us to see the windmills with our extra time. Worth going to Akrotiri also. Lunch was not included in this day trip.

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Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise
Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise
Santorini

This cruise was definately worth doing. All members of our family enjoyed. Lovely views, ability to swim and snorkel and great lunch provided. Guides also provide some local information of sites seen. Can be quite a long trip - travelling in July means that sunset isnt until 9pm - but you stay out on the water until you have seen the sunset which is amazing.

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Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Our 2-week trip Costa Rica was perfect!
Costa Rica | Jun 8 - Jun 21, 2025

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Suzanne M.
Kansas City, MO | Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025
Kimkim planned and booked our two-week trip to Costa Rica. Gustavo, our local specialist, listened to our thoughts and priorities to suggest the best places to stay at our three destinations. We changed our minds several times about places during the process, and he quickly adjusted our plans based on our feedback. All our accommodations and car rental were perfect for our needs. When we arrived in Costa Rica, our car was ready for us, and throughout our trip, we did not have issues with any... Read more

Kimkim planned and booked our two-week trip to Costa Rica. Gustavo, our local specialist, listened to our thoughts and priorities to suggest the best places to stay at our three destinations. We changed our minds several times about places during the process, and he quickly adjusted our plans based on our feedback. All our accommodations and car rental were perfect for our needs. When we arrived in Costa Rica, our car was ready for us, and throughout our trip, we did not have issues with any of our accommodations. We appreciated Gustavo's suggestions on activities we could do in each location. We had an amazing vacation with days filled with excitement and beauty. We plan to contact Kimkim when planning for our next international vacation.

Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Greece 2025 Awesome
Greece | Jun 2 - Jun 15, 2025

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Lisa E.
Brookhaven, GA | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Greece Was a trip of a lifetime!! KimKim’s planning and execution of our vacation was so worth it. Almost all of our outings were private and that’s what we like. The hotel selections were over the top. Highly recommended the cooking experience on a farm in Naxos. I ‘m glad we visited Mykonos, but will not go back. Party all night scene, and not for us, however our guide Maria did put us onto a restaurant that we got best table in the house, Food was Amazing and a pop up Greek experience... Read more

Greece Was a trip of a lifetime!! KimKim’s planning and execution of our vacation was so worth it. Almost all of our outings were private and that’s what we like. The hotel selections were over the top. Highly recommended the cooking experience on a farm in Naxos. I ‘m glad we visited Mykonos, but will not go back. Party all night scene, and not for us, however our guide Maria did put us onto a restaurant that we got best table in the house, Food was Amazing and a pop up Greek experience including throwing plates😂😂. Santorini was breathtakingly beautiful!! Next time, no Mykonos , and will add Crete.

Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Top Tier trip to Greece
Greece | Jun 3 - Jun 12, 2025

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Amber M.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025
We had the most amazing trip to Greece. Planning with Gustavo was easy and he listened to our requests. Transportation from place to place was smooth and punctual. One of our excursions got cancelled (due to weather ) and Lea from KimKim immediately contacted me to get us booked for an alternative. We felt safe and well taken care of, our hotels were amazing and top notch. I will use KimKim again and will recommend them to everyone ! Read more

We had the most amazing trip to Greece. Planning with Gustavo was easy and he listened to our requests. Transportation from place to place was smooth and punctual. One of our excursions got cancelled (due to weather ) and Lea from KimKim immediately contacted me to get us booked for an alternative. We felt safe and well taken care of, our hotels were amazing and top notch. I will use KimKim again and will recommend them to everyone !

Hotel Reviews
Castellano Hotel & Suites
Nafplio
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Delmar Apartments & Suites
Milos
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Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Costa Rica Trip done right
Costa Rica | May 31 - Jun 10, 2025

Satish
Satish N.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025
First of all many thanks to Gustavo from KimKim for working with us patiently to plan such a fabulous vacation. Thanks to Gregg to setting up all the appointments and responding quickly on chat while we were on the trip. Call out to Jacamar Team especially James who was both on the river cruise as well as the white water rafting. The night walk in La Fortuna is a must. We saw so many frogs!! The treetop zip line experience in Monteverde was amazing. I close my eyes and can re live... Read more

First of all many thanks to Gustavo from KimKim for working with us patiently to plan such a fabulous vacation. Thanks to Gregg to setting up all the appointments and responding quickly on chat while we were on the trip.

Call out to Jacamar Team especially James who was both on the river cruise as well as the white water rafting.

The night walk in La Fortuna is a must. We saw so many frogs!!

The treetop zip line experience in Monteverde was amazing. I close my eyes and can re live the experience flying through the clouds.

Treetop dining was superb experience.

Lastly the beach at the W in playa conchal was just decadent - hands down the best service on the beach!!

Overall wonderful vacation. Thanks Kimkim team!!

Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Amazing Family Trip to Athens, Meteora, Crete in March
Greece | Mar 18 - Mar 28, 2025

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Kousiki P.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025
This was an amazing trip for a family of 5 (Grandma’s bucket list). The travel agents were extremely responsive to requested changes. We loved the hotels, especially the Electra Palace in Athens and the Tanneries Hotel in Chania, ,Crete. The tours they selected for us were simply perfect. The tour operators through Alternative Athens were. superb. We will never forget the Elisavet and the food tour,. The stargazing tour was phenomenal. All the transfers/flights were easy/timely . Our guide... Read more

This was an amazing trip for a family of 5 (Grandma’s bucket list). The travel agents were extremely responsive to requested changes. We loved the hotels, especially the Electra Palace in Athens and the Tanneries Hotel in Chania, ,Crete. The tours they selected for us were simply perfect. The tour operators through Alternative Athens were. superb. We will never forget the Elisavet and the food tour,. The stargazing tour was phenomenal. All the transfers/flights were easy/timely . Our guide in Meteora was engaging and hilarious and our sunset photos are unlike anything. Ending the trip in Crete was perfect for the weather and we loved our cooking class in the villages. Not everyone ventures to Meteora and Crete on a first trip to Greece but i highly recommend it for the food, history and scenery!! Thank you Kimkim!

Hotel Reviews
The Tanneries Hotel & Spa
Chania

This hotel, although not in the heart of Old Town, was incredible/our favorite. We loved the rooms, the steam showers, views of the water, the restaurant, and most importantly—the staff! They were so personable and kind. I would definitely come back here!

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Electra Palace Athens
Athens

Amazing location, rooftop, central to all the sights in Athens and simply gorgeous! it was our favorite breakfast of the entire trip!!!

Authenticity & Character
Location
central—easy to walk to sights
Staff
very friendly front desk
Cleanliness & Comfort
Electra Metropolis
Athens

Spent only a night but was memorable for the rooftop and fun location!!

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V Hotel Delphi
Delphi

This newer hotel had a great location and an elevator, which we had requested for a grandparent who couldn’t do stairs. the rooms were spacious with beautiful views

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Ananti City Resort
Trikala

This hotel is spacious with beautiful rooms but is extremely far from the center town. However, we needed an elevator for one member of our party and those are not common in the area. The dinner was average.

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Activity Reviews
Ancient Athens Acropolis & Mythology Walk
Ancient Athens Acropolis & Mythology Walk
Athens

Very kind guide, thoughtful to my mother who needed more time to walk. She was quite encouraging and my mom made it to the top of the Acropolis, which was her lifelong dream!!!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Authentic Food Walk
Authentic Food Walk
Athens

Elisavet was awesome!! The food was incredible!! There were neverending stops: bread, olive oil tastings, souvlaki, loukamades, the fish and meat markets, an entire mezze at a Taverna and it just kept going ….wish i could’ve eaten more! i wasn’t sure initially to keep this in the itinerary but it really was my favorite tour!

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Private Stargazing in the Heart of Athens
Private Stargazing in the Heart of Athens
Athens

Extremely knowledgeable guide/a professor. a must do for astronomy buffs!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Self-Guided Chania Old Town Walk
Self-Guided Chania Old Town Walk
Chania

Chania was amazing -beautiful old town charm, amazing food, central to beaches!

Quality of Experience
Sunset Monasteries & Hermit Caves Excursion
Sunset Monasteries & Hermit Caves Excursion
Meteora

This guide and the place was phenomenal!!! i really encourage everyone to venture out from Athens to see this spectacular scenery and the monasteries!

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Self Guided Trip to the Archeological Site of Delphi
Self Guided Trip to the Archeological Site of Delphi
Delphi

A must-see in Greece!

Quality of Experience
Private Traditional Cretan Cooking Experience
Private Traditional Cretan Cooking Experience
Chania

This was a lovely experience of cooking in the home of a very welcoming family and visiting the village. We all enjoyed the opportunity to cook a meal together, and my mom couldn’t stayed all day chopping vegetables!

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Food
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Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Top Notch Planning and Communication
Greece | May 23 - Jun 3, 2025

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Hayley T.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jun 07, 2025
KimKim was very helpful in planning a trip custom to what we wanted to do! Many other travel planning companies are tightly packed, with little room for flexibility or choice in the schedule. However, with KimKim, I could pick the things we wanted to do, and they would suggest the best-fitting options. They were very communicative during the planning process and throughout the trip, addressing any questions that arose. I was glad they could organize transportation, which relieved the stress... Read more

KimKim was very helpful in planning a trip custom to what we wanted to do! Many other travel planning companies are tightly packed, with little room for flexibility or choice in the schedule. However, with KimKim, I could pick the things we wanted to do, and they would suggest the best-fitting options. They were very communicative during the planning process and throughout the trip, addressing any questions that arose.

I was glad they could organize transportation, which relieved the stress of having to figure out the best deal and option. Many of the drivers who were involved in the pickups they scheduled were very kind and knowledgeable on each island. Our favorite meals in Naxos and Paros were both recommended by two different drivers. They were fantastic tavernas with incredible and authentic food and atmosphere. The hotels they advised and booked were also all in optimal locations with invaluable and kind staff that made the trip even more special.

Most of our tours were incredible with expert guides, especially the wine tour and the island tour in Santorini! They were the perfect pace and great experiences. Only one tour in Paros that KimKim suggested was not as advertised, but that was more a result of the specific tour company. KimKim handled the reimbursement in a quick and understanding manner. It was a relief that they took the stress out of our hands and allowed us to have a fun and relaxing vacation.

I had a wonderful time in Greece. A few hiccups arose regarding our room specifications, but they were very helpful in amending the situation. I highly recommend KimKim, and I could see myself using them again in the future. :)

Hotel Reviews
Manos Small World Santorini
Santorini island

Hard to beat the view and location! There are so many restaurants and shopping nearby, it gave us the ability to explore readily. The area was busy with tourists, though, so keep that in mind if you want to stay in a less hot spot area. It was nice to step out of the room and have our table with an umbrella to sit out and enjoy the view of the ocean. The staff was also very accommodating. One member carried our heavy luggage up and down the steep stairs! The stairs are something to keep in mind, though, if you have trouble walking. Our group, with members ranging in age from 27 to 70, managed alright, but it took some time. The breakfast they deliver to your room was good, but it was one set option, the same each time. Overall, though, we had a great experience staying there.

Saint George Hotel
Paros

Absolutely beautiful view of the ocean and the beach within a mere few paces of the hotel. It made it easy to go back and forth between relaxing by the pool, taking a dip, going to the beach, and going back to the hotel again. There's a lot of windsailing in the hotel right next to it, which makes it hard to swim in one section of the water, but the rest of it is up for grabs. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and kind. The food and drinks were excellent, even though a bit pricey. The breakfast bar, however, was a stellar deal and offered many options. The hotel also helped organize and pick ups at the hotel we needed for transport.

Melidron Hotel & Suites
Naxos

The experience we had at this hotel was excellent! The attendants at the pool bar were readily available and kind. They helped suggest places to go on the island and were happy to chat. The hotel staff were also very helpful in organizing car pickups to the places we wanted to visit. The pool is small but relaxing. The cook offered authentic food, came out, and gave us a dessert specific to her home village! There are nearby restaurants and a beach we could walk to. I highly recommend the taverna Giannoulis.

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Activity Review
Sunset & Wine Tasting Experience
Sunset & Wine Tasting Experience
Santorini

Our driver and guide were excellent! She knew a great deal about the wines and locations. She also made everyone, including those like me with less knowledge of wine, feel comfortable. Any opinion on the taste was okay, and while she showed us the proper tasting technique, she said not to worry, and we didn't have to do it every time if we didn't wish to. It was great to learn about the history of wine making on the island, as well as how Santorini is unique.

Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

We had an amazing trip to Greece. Kim Kim was...
Greece | May 23 - Jun 3, 2025

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Julie T.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2025

We had an amazing trip to Greece. Kim Kim was wonderful. Helped with every detail and made this dream trip a reality. Kim Kim was also very responsive and available at any time if we had questions or hit any snags along the trip. Someone was always available. We started working with Ioannis and he built the trip. Along the planning we also worked with Lea, Gustavo, and Summer. They were all knowledgeable and super helpful. Would highly recommend!!

Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos
Gustavo
Gustavo Camperos
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Jul 11, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and for the time to share them with us, Julie! I’m really happy to hear that your Greece adventure was everything you hoped for! 🇬🇷✨ It was such a pleasure to be part of your trip, and I’m so glad you felt well taken care of throughout the journey. From Ioannis crafting the itinerary to Lea, Summer, and myself helping along the way, it was a real team effort — and we’re thrilled it all came together so smoothly 🙌💙 We always aim to make travel feel... Read more

Thank you so much for your kind words and for the time to share them with us, Julie!

I’m really happy to hear that your Greece adventure was everything you hoped for! 🇬🇷✨ It was such a pleasure to be part of your trip, and I’m so glad you felt well taken care of throughout the journey.

From Ioannis crafting the itinerary to Lea, Summer, and myself helping along the way, it was a real team effort — and we’re thrilled it all came together so smoothly 🙌💙

We always aim to make travel feel easy, personal, and supported from start to finish, so knowing you had someone to reach out to at any moment is exactly what we love to hear 🧳📲

Thanks again for choosing us to help make this dream trip happen. Whenever you're ready for your next adventure, we’d love to do it all over again — wherever in the world you’re headed next! 🌍✈️

Greece family vacation 2025
Greece | May 10 - May 27, 2025

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Ashley B.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 03, 2025
We recently booked a trip to Athens, Naxos, and Chania with Gustavo who is an amazing travel agent, and it was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. Communication was seamless—every question was answered quickly and thoroughly, and we always felt supported throughout the planning and the trip itself. The itinerary was perfectly balanced with cultural experiences, local activities, and downtime to relax. In Athens, we enjoyed a great mix of history and vibrant city life. Naxos was a... Read more

We recently booked a trip to Athens, Naxos, and Chania with Gustavo who is an amazing travel agent, and it was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. Communication was seamless—every question was answered quickly and thoroughly, and we always felt supported throughout the planning and the trip itself.

The itinerary was perfectly balanced with cultural experiences, local activities, and downtime to relax. In Athens, we enjoyed a great mix of history and vibrant city life. Naxos was a dream with beautiful beaches and charming villages, while Chania offered a more authentic, relaxed Cretan experience—exactly what we were hoping for.

Accommodations at each stop were thoughtfully selected—clean, comfortable, and in excellent locations. Transfers and logistics were smooth and punctual, which made our trip feel truly stress-free.

We’re so glad we chose this agency and would absolutely recommend them to anyone planning a trip to Greece. We’re already thinking about where they can help us go next!

Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos
Gustavo
Gustavo Camperos
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Jul 11, 2025
Wow — thank you so much for this amazing review! 🌟 This is exactly why I do what I do 🇬🇷. I'm so happy to hear you had such a fantastic time in Athens, Naxos, and Chania — it sounds like you embraced the best of everything: culture, beaches, charming villages, and that relaxed Cretan vibe 🏛️🏖️🌿 It was a real pleasure helping you plan this trip, and I’m thrilled that the balance of activities, downtime, and smooth logistics helped make it stress-free and memorable ✨ Your kind words about the... Read more

Wow — thank you so much for this amazing review! 🌟 This is exactly why I do what I do 🇬🇷. I'm so happy to hear you had such a fantastic time in Athens, Naxos, and Chania — it sounds like you embraced the best of everything: culture, beaches, charming villages, and that relaxed Cretan vibe 🏛️🏖️🌿

It was a real pleasure helping you plan this trip, and I’m thrilled that the balance of activities, downtime, and smooth logistics helped make it stress-free and memorable ✨ Your kind words about the accommodations and support mean a lot — I always aim to make the experience feel seamless and personal 💙

I’d be absolutely honored to help you plan your next adventure when the time comes 🌍 Greece will always welcome you back, but whenever you're ready for something new, I’m here for it!

Excellent trip to Crete and Athens
Greece | May 11 - May 17, 2025

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Laura C.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on May 20, 2025
We had an excellent trip to Crete and Athens. Working with KimKim was very easy, and everything went smoothly with transfers, tours, etc. Read more

We had an excellent trip to Crete and Athens. Working with KimKim was very easy, and everything went smoothly with transfers, tours, etc.

Hotel Reviews
Arcade Hotel Athens
Athens

This hotel is on a side street/alley, so feels quiet and secluded. One downside is that taxis cannot drive to the hotel entrance, so you will need to walk a short distance from the taxi to the hotel. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The decoration is a little spartan, so mine felt a bit like a dorm room, but it was cool, quiet, and dark (once I figured out how to turn off the display on the air conditioner). Breakfast was not as extensive as other hotels on this trip but was fine.

Location
short walk to the main sights of Athens. I liked that it was away from a busy street but others may not.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room was immaculate, beds were comfortable, and the shower had good water pressure.
Samaria Hotel
Chania Town

In general a nice hotel with excellent service. There was a mistake with our reservation (said one person instead of two) but they worked with us to sort it out. The rooms are small by US standards, normal by European standards. Breakfast was excellent. They also helped us arrange a rental car for a day -- super easy and convenient.

Authenticity & Character
Location
short walk to the main tourist part of Chania
Staff
super helpful and kind
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Ancient Athens Acropolis and Mythology Walk
Ancient Athens Acropolis and Mythology Walk
Athens

This was our least favorite of the tours we did. Our guide, Sophia, talked and moved VERY slowly, and so it felt like we spent most of the time sitting and listening to her, not seeing the sites. And I don't feel like I learned that much Athenian history from her.

Quality of Experience
Not sure if it was our guide or this tour in general, but I didn't learn or see as much as I had hoped.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Akrotiri Peninsula Visit & Boat Trip
Private Akrotiri Peninsula Visit & Boat Trip
Chania

This was an amazing day. Highly recommend. The boat ride (with snorkeling) and the trip to the monastery for wine and olive oil tastings were highlights.

Quality of Experience
Food
The wine and olive oil tasting at the monastery was fun. The dinner at the end of the day was ok, but the restaurant did not have great service (which our guide noticed, so I don't think he will take people there in the future). It did have a great view of Chania though.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Roussos was a great guide
Transport
Day Trip to Apokoronas Villages
Day Trip to Apokoronas Villages
Chania

Enjoyable day, learned a lot about Cretan history.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos
Gustavo
Gustavo Camperos
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Jul 11, 2025
Thanks so much for your lovely review! I'm so happy to hear you had an excellent time exploring Crete and Athens — and that everything went smoothly with the transfers, tours, and overall planning. That’s exactly what we love to hear! I really appreciate your honest feedback about the Arcade Hotel too. It’s great that you enjoyed the quiet location and comfy rooms, even if the decor wasn’t quite your style. Totally hear you on the air conditioner display and the taxi drop-off — those little... Read more

Thanks so much for your lovely review! I'm so happy to hear you had an excellent time exploring Crete and Athens — and that everything went smoothly with the transfers, tours, and overall planning. That’s exactly what we love to hear!

I really appreciate your honest feedback about the Arcade Hotel too. It’s great that you enjoyed the quiet location and comfy rooms, even if the decor wasn’t quite your style. Totally hear you on the air conditioner display and the taxi drop-off — those little things can definitely make a difference, and your comments help us keep improving.

Thanks again for traveling with us! We'd absolutely love to help with your next adventure when you're ready.