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Ina Gaydarova

I was born in Russia, and raised in Greece, but I consider myself a world citizen. Having been to 90+ countries myself, travelling has taught me how to become an ethical visitor with environmental consciousness. I would love to share my insight with those seeking to encounter the beauty of Greece and Italy with respect and consideration for nature and all its inhabitants. In my opinion, for every unique experience in the entire world, there is an equally special one to be found in those two countries alone.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialize in eco-tourism, outdoor activities, road trips and vegan- lifestyle travelling. If you’re into hiking, climbing, scuba diving, bike riding, nature walks or off-the-bitten path adventures, your itinerary will be enriched and fully adjusted, according to your personal preferences and fitness level. Vegans and vegetarians can turn up to me for advice on carefully chosen ethical options for accommodation, food experiences, cruelty-free adventures etc."

How did you get involved in travel?

"My passion for travelling was passed on to me by my mother, who used to take me on mini road trips after carefully reading travel booklets and searching the map routes. As soon as I came of age, around 2007, I started driving around and exploring Greece myself, as well as abroad, while also studying photography at the Technological University of Athens. It wasn’t until 2014, that my dream of travelling the world came true. I embarked on a ship around the globe for 5 amazing years. Although I am back home now, the “travel bug” is still pretty much alive and I try to visit new places whenever time allows."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"It’s hard to choose just one, but I can pick a few that stand out. I will never forget the first time I travelled the full round of the world on a ship. It took 4 months, 6 continents, and many stops along the way to complete it.
Some of my favourite adventures were skydiving above the Palm Island in Dubai, jumping off the 192 m tall Sky Tower in Auckland (New Zealand), swimming with sharks in Bora Bora, climbing Mt. Olympus in Greece and free diving in the Great Barrier reef (Australia)."

Ina is part of the following groups: Italy Travel Agents, Greece Travel Agents
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Recent trip reviews for Ina

Ina helped me plan a 3 week Greece trip Oct 2...
Greece | Oct 4 - Nov 6, 2023

Sally
Sally F.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Nov 24, 2023
Ina helped me plan a 3 week Greece trip Oct 2023. While I was in Crete (one week into my trip) the Israel war broke out. I was headed there with friends after my Greece trip. In the end my friends never left California and I texted Ina and she extended my Greece trip for another 3 weeks. It was fabulous. Greece was clean, it was gorgeous, my hiking and sunset cruise captains and chefs were top notch and knowledgeable and friendly. I felt as I’d made true friends. Those guides I would never... Read more

Ina helped me plan a 3 week Greece trip Oct 2023. While I was in Crete (one week into my trip) the Israel war broke out. I was headed there with friends after my Greece trip. In the end my friends never left California and I texted Ina and she extended my Greece trip for another 3 weeks. It was fabulous. Greece was clean, it was gorgeous, my hiking and sunset cruise captains and chefs were top notch and knowledgeable and friendly. I felt as I’d made true friends. Those guides I would never have found without Ina and it made the day trips very special. Greece is safe and I was impressed with the safety as I am a solo traveler. I chose an excursion every 3 days or so, most of them I was picked up and they were half day hikes or all day cruises. I rented cars on 4 islands and Ina had the rental agency deliver the car to my hotel and 3-4 days later they arrived for me to return it. I had 4 flights and ?? FastJets maybe 5? And each time there was the driver waiting to take me to the hotel and take me to the port or airport. I have never used a travel agency before but I wanted to move around Greece for 6 weeks and a lot of flights or boats I read about in the Lonely Planet were no longer available or had changed. Plus I traveled in the shoulder season and early winter season some tours stop due to change of currents or winds. Ina knew this and everything went so very smooth for me. Yes, now that I’ve been there for 6 weeks I learned how things work but for my first trip and moving around as I did (to 8-9 islands and mainland) I would have been frustrated and lost a lot of time. Plus as we all know there is nothing worse than showing up somewhere and being disappointed. My weather was outstanding. High 70s to high 80s in Oct!! I would not have been happy with hotter summer weather and more cruise boats and crowds. It was simply wonderful. My favorite islands were Tinos for the village hike, Naxos for the beaches and Naplios 2 hours south of Athens for the high climbs and 5-10 mile ocean walkways. Next time I would skip Mykonos. I could have stayed another month easy as there is so much to see. I recommend using Kim Kim without hesitation especially if you want to see more than one or two places. Thanks also for their 24/7 text line as my very first plane from Seattle to Athens changed the day I left and I was going to arrive 3 hours earlier. I texted that line from the airplane on WhatsApp and The driver was right there waiting for me. I was thrilled as it was a 20 .5 hour flight and the ease of it all was non stressful. Thanks KimKim for a wonderful peek into Greece.

Activity Reviews
Saronic Islands Day Cruise
Saronic Islands Day Cruise
Athens

Kim Kim put me in VIP and as this was a 12 hour 3 island trip it was much more comfortable than the chairs up front with the crowds. I probably wouldn’t have known this signing up on my own.

Quality of Experience
VIP and having several hours to see these gorgeous islands.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Balos & Falassarna Beach Tour with Lunch
Balos & Falassarna Beach Tour with Lunch
Chania

This is an all day trip from Chiana. My guide/driver Antonio was on time and very easy to talk to. We had 5 in our car plus the driver. We were all fast friends within an hour. Balos beach was a bumpy pot hole drive. We got out, fed the goats and took pics of the beach. It’s a very long steep climb down there which we did not do. We drove on to Falassarna where we had (included) comfortable lounge chairs and the swimming was divine. Shallow with sand bars and gorgeous clean ocean. Our guide ordered us a ridiculous large Greek lunch with varieties of Greek specialties which we all shared at a table under umbrella. We were from 3 different countries and we had a roaring chat which I adored as I was the only single. Then we all got dropped off at our hotels and I was last. Within minutes I realized I left my cell phone in the car and I was desperate but I knew Antonio knew it was mine. I couldn’t call anyone because all the information was in my phone. Within 30 min he made the extra trip back and delivered my phone to the hotel desk. That’s Greek hospitality!!

Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santorini Sunset Group Catamaran Cruise
Santorini Sunset Group Catamaran Cruise
Santorini

Ok. I went on this Santorini Sunset cruise mid October 2023. My boat was a catamaran with 6 passengers and captain and one crew. The captain was also a certified chef. The boat he had was HORIZON. HE SAID WE HAD 50 sunset cruises on our night. In the summer there are 150 boats. KimKim set this trip up for me and I loved it so much. I saw other boats that reminded me of Mexican booze cruises. Some had 100 drunks and barking dogs. Anyway we went swimming in 2 areas even though it was cold water. The boat was clean and we all became friends easily. The food he prepared fresh was one of my best meals in Greece. Of course Santorini was in the back ground and it was a gorgeous day. As we were returning to port I realized we were in one of the best boats. If you want alcohol and chips take a cheap boat. We had plenty of alcohol with a fabulous fresh prepared meal with bbq meat goat and chicken kabobs , mussels, 3 salads, shrimps, Greek goat cheeses, rice and I can’t remember the rest. We all felt fortunate we got our boat and our captain. I would not have known the difference if I was booking on my own. Thank you KimKim.

Quality of Experience
Food
See above
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Transport
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Nov 27, 2023
Dear, Sally! You have no idea how happy I am that despite the last-minute changes in the shoulder season, you had a wonderful time for the whole 1 and a half month here in our beautiful country, especially given the fact that you were also a solo female traveller. Thank you so much for pointing out the safety matter as well as the differences you noticed in our high level of services comparing to other companies/ experiences. You were absolutely a pleasure to work with and I would love to... Read more

Dear, Sally!

You have no idea how happy I am that despite the last-minute changes in the shoulder season, you had a wonderful time for the whole 1 and a half month here in our beautiful country, especially given the fact that you were also a solo female traveller. Thank you so much for pointing out the safety matter as well as the differences you noticed in our high level of services comparing to other companies/ experiences. You were absolutely a pleasure to work with and I would love to show you Italy as well, if you decide to explore in the future.
Wishing you happy holidays for the upcoming winter festivities back home and many more happy moments and making new friends around the globe.

Stay safe! Take care!
Ina

This is our third Kimkim trip and second to I...
Italy | Oct 17 - Oct 26, 2023

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Aron E.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
This is our third Kimkim trip and second to Italy. We highly recommend their service. Everything runs smoothly when booking through Kimkim and they provide recommendations for the best tour guides and experiences. Read more

This is our third Kimkim trip and second to Italy. We highly recommend their service. Everything runs smoothly when booking through Kimkim and they provide recommendations for the best tour guides and experiences.

Hotel Review
Four Seasons Hotel Milano
Milan

Great service and the restaurant was fantastic. This was the best hotel on our trip.

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Activity Review
Market Visit & Cooking Class in Venice
Market Visit & Cooking Class in Venice
Venice

This was absolutely the best experience of the trip. We really enjoyed getting to know Michael and the food we prepared was some of the best we have ever had.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Oct 27, 2023

Dear Aron,

Congratulations again for your wedding!!
With each trip we aspire to create long-lasting memories, especially when there is a unique occasion such as yours and I'm glad you had a wonderful time. Wishing you many more happy travels around the world for you and Madison.

Take Care!
Ina

Our amazing honeymoon with KimKim!
Italy | Oct 3 - Oct 8, 2023

Tyler
Tyler B.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Oct 09, 2023
My wife and I decided to book our honeymoon to Italy with KimKim and could not have been happier about the decision! Ina and Harrys were so helpful from the initial planning stage, to the end and took all the pressure off of us for deciding on where to go, what to do, booking and execution of all the details. Our trip included several different desitnations packed into a short amount of time. It was not simple to plan and we were very impressed with the seamlessness of all of the travel... Read more

My wife and I decided to book our honeymoon to Italy with KimKim and could not have been happier about the decision! Ina and Harrys were so helpful from the initial planning stage, to the end and took all the pressure off of us for deciding on where to go, what to do, booking and execution of all the details. Our trip included several different desitnations packed into a short amount of time. It was not simple to plan and we were very impressed with the seamlessness of all of the travel logistics, airport pickups, hotel bookings, etc. Absolutely would reccomend to anyone considering using KimKim for a trip to Italy or elsewhere! We will certainly be doing so again in the future!

Hotel Reviews
Corte di Gabriela
Venice

beatuful hotel with perfect location. We loved the balcony on the canal and the breakfast was incredible.

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Location
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Grand Hotel Terme
Sirmione

My wife and I loved this hotel so much that we extended our stay an extra night. The location is perfect right on the lake and at the enterance to to castle on Sirmione . The staff, food, accomidations are execelent. We will certainly be back!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
very helpful and accomidating when we wanted to extend our stay.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Oct 10, 2023

Dear Tyler,

It was a pleasure having you and Isabelle in beautiful Northern Italy and we are very happy you fully enjoyed your honeymoon! Thank you for trusting our team and it will be more than a pleasure for us to be a part of your future trips as well. Wishing you a happy life ahead and many more beautiful memories together around the world!

Take care!
Ina

Incredible trip to Italy
Italy | Sep 26 - Oct 6, 2023

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Scott W.
Kemp, TX | Reviewed on Oct 09, 2023
Where to start describing our wonderful Italy vacation. Ina with KimKim did a great job in the planning process and was very helpful in making our dream trip come true. Total of 11 days with stays in Rome, a Tuscany Villa and Amalfi. Every detail was laid out with precision and went off without a hitch. I can't tell you how much stress was relieved by the seamless execution. I think we only had to contact the CareTeam twice and they were quick to reply and address any question or small... Read more

Where to start describing our wonderful Italy vacation. Ina with KimKim did a great job in the planning process and was very helpful in making our dream trip come true. Total of 11 days with stays in Rome, a Tuscany Villa and Amalfi. Every detail was laid out with precision and went off without a hitch. I can't tell you how much stress was relieved by the seamless execution. I think we only had to contact the CareTeam twice and they were quick to reply and address any question or small change. All the drivers that picked us up and took us from point A to B were always on time and professional. Our train tickets were all provided and the timing worked well every time. Car rental was arranged and met every expectation. We had private tours of Pompeii, Capri and the Colussim as well as a cooking class. Pompeii was definitely my favorite, our guide had a passion and extensive knowledge that she shared and made the tour amazing. All the recommendations for sites, walking tours and restaurants during our self guided time were spot on. It saved a lot of time so we were not doing all the research.
Most of the people in Italy were awesome and engaging. A few not as much. Food in the 3 different regions was different - most very good, some ok. The boat trip from Patisano to Capri was a little long. Started at 9am and we got back about 6:30 pm. It was absolutely beautiful!! Our stop on Capri for lunch could have been a little earlier, maybe around 12 or 1 instead of 2 or 3. Bring snacks with you.
Overall fantastic memories and Thank you for working with us to make it happen

Hotel Reviews
Residenza Luce
Amalfi

VJ and his family were so helpful - Room overlooked the Plaza

Authenticity & Character
Overlooked the Church and Plaza - balcony with a view of the Mediterranean
Location
Staff
So helpful and nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
Well maintained
Villa di Capovento
Radda in Chianti

Stella and Hector welcomed us into their Villa and it was just gorgeous

Authenticity & Character
Well maintained grounds overlooking the mountains
Location
Out in the country, which is what we asked for
Staff
Stella and Hector were great hosts
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beautiful
Hotel La Rovere 
Rome

The hotel and staff were excellent - located right near the Vatican

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Oct 09, 2023

Dear Scott and Rhonda,

Thank you so much for the 5 star rating and your positive feedback. I'm super happy everything went well with your trip, given that it was a last minute booking and there were a few accommodations availability limitations. I'm very pleased you enjoyed all the tours I had chosen for you and I will take your additional notes into consideration. Wishing you many more happy travels together around the world!

Best regards,
Ina

The drivers to and from the airport, train st...
Italy | Sep 15 - Sep 28, 2023

Michael
Michael H.
Santa Ana, CA | Reviewed on Oct 08, 2023

The drivers to and from the airport, train station and hotels were fantastic. The boat ride on Lake Garda with Fabio was great. He was a wealth of information, He made it a lot of fun.

The boat ride on Lake Como was nice. The boat captain did not offer much information. We had to ask him to even take our photo.
The hike around Lake Como was great, but it was a little long. We were hiking for 8 hours with a 1.5 hour break for lunch.

Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Oct 18, 2023

Dear, Michael!

Thank you so much for the review and feedback. I have fully taken note of all your comments. Ι wish you many more happy travels around the world.

Take Care!
Ina

This was our very first international trip we...
Greece | Sep 16 - Sep 24, 2023

Christina
Christina S.
Lake Forest, CA | Reviewed on Oct 05, 2023
This was our very first international trip we were planning and we had zero feedback as none of our friends have ever been to Greece. I did research and stumbled upon KimKim. I had previously been in contact with other travel agencies, but none compared in the communication department as well as KimKim. Communication is huge for us as we had tons of questions. Once we received all our information back as far as price and the excursions we wanted to par-take in we decided to secure our dates... Read more

This was our very first international trip we were planning and we had zero feedback as none of our friends have ever been to Greece. I did research and stumbled upon KimKim. I had previously been in contact with other travel agencies, but none compared in the communication department as well as KimKim. Communication is huge for us as we had tons of questions. Once we received all our information back as far as price and the excursions we wanted to par-take in we decided to secure our dates with KimKim. Our travel guide was, Ina and she was AMAZING!!! She would always be in constant communication with us and answered emails (which I sent a lot) in a timely manner. If she was going to be out of the office/vacation she would let us know in case we sent emails and didn't receive a timely response, we would know why. Once we were on our trip we had a 24 hour text/call center we could contact incase we needed help along the way of our trip. We would highly recommend KimKim to anyone and are currently trying to figure out where our next vacation will be. Thank You Ina

Hotel Reviews
Mill Houses Elegant Suites
Santorini

perfect room and location- beds are hard

Authenticity & Character
Location
Cleanliness & Comfort
beds are very hard
Adriani Hotel
Naxos Town

such a great place. total mom and pop hotel. food was AMAZING AND authentic- beds are hard and showers are very small

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
beds are hard and showers are very small
NLH Monastiraki
Athens

super modern- very clean- food was great and amazing customer service.. only downgrade is the beds are so hard

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
everything was amazing- beds are just super hard
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Oct 06, 2023

Dear Christina,

I appreciate your kind words and feedback. Thank you for trusting me planning your very first international trip and I'm pleased you all enjoyed our beautiful country. I would be super happy if you choose Italy for your next destination with Kimkim as I specialise there as well. Feel free to contact me directly.

Take Care!
Ina

As a former travel agent, I normally do my ow...
Italy | Sep 18 - Sep 23, 2023

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Virginia B.
Glen Ellyn, IL | Reviewed on Sep 30, 2023
As a former travel agent, I normally do my own trip planning. This time I didn't have time to do in depth research for a short 5 day trip to Italy decided to find a travel agent. After some on line searching, I came across KimKim and saw they were highly rated by both clients and some well known business organizations so I thought I would give them a try. They did not disappoint. Ina was the travel expert assigned to my trip and she did an excellent job. The hotels she recommended... Read more

As a former travel agent, I normally do my own trip planning. This time I didn't have time to do in depth research for a short 5 day trip to Italy decided to find a travel agent. After some on line searching, I came across KimKim and saw they were highly rated by both clients and some well known business organizations so I thought I would give them a try. They did not disappoint.

Ina was the travel expert assigned to my trip and she did an excellent job. The hotels she recommended were very nice and centrally located. Restaurant recommendations were very good, too. Our guides were knowledgeable and fun. Transfers to/from the train stations/airports and hotels were easy. We did have one travel glitch due to a train schedule change which meant contacting the Traveler Care Team who was able to reschedule a hotel transfer for a later arrival. The only downside was that it resulted in an additional cost.

All in all, I was satisfied with all of the arrangements.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
Como
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Palazzo Grillo
Genova

Very good hotel with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Guests must walk about 100 meters to the hotel which is important to know for people who may have mobility problems.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Central location. Can only be accessed by walking. Quiet.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Guided Tour by Ferry
Private Guided Tour by Ferry
Lake Como
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Afternoon Como Food & Wine Tour
Afternoon Como Food & Wine Tour
Lake Como
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Genoa Cooking Class in a Noble Palace
Genoa Cooking Class in a Noble Palace
Italy

This was a very fun experience. Would do it again.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local transfer in Genoa
Genoa
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Oct 02, 2023

Dear Ginny,

I'm so happy you had a wonderful time during your short stay in Italy. It means a lot getting a positive feedback from professionals in the same field as us. Regarding your arrival train, last minute changes do bear the risk of additional costs depending on the circumstances and it's not always possible to avoid them. Thank you for your overall feedback, which is very helpful not only for our team but also future travelers.
Take Care!
Ina

The trip was organized well. I like how Ina a...
Italy | Sep 22 - Sep 29, 2023

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George D.
Canton, GA | Reviewed on Sep 30, 2023
The trip was organized well. I like how Ina arranged for the drivers to pick us up from the Train stations, airports and hotels. She arranged great private tours. She was also available by phone for questions . We had an excellent experience. Thanks Ina Read more

The trip was organized well. I like how Ina arranged for the drivers to pick us up from the Train stations, airports and hotels. She arranged great private tours. She was also available by phone for questions . We had an excellent experience. Thanks Ina

Hotel Reviews
CHC Continental, BW Premier Collection by Best Western
Venice

Liked the location. Breakfast was very good. Room was nice and clean

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Villa di Sorrento
Sorrento

Love the location near the town center square. Very clean hotel

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Capo d'Africa—Colosseo
Rome

Very clean and a helpful and Friendly staff. The location was great because it was near the colosseum and several great restaurants.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Spadari Al Duomo
Milan

Very clean and a very friendly staff

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Express Colosseum Tour
Express Colosseum Tour
Rome
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Vatican Guided Tour
Private Vatican Guided Tour
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local transfer in Rome
Rome
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Oct 02, 2023

Dear George,

Thank you very much for the 5 star rating and feedback. Planning a trip for bigger groups, always requires a bit more attention to detail to make sure everybody enjoys equally their holiday. I'm very happy you all had a wonderful time! Feel free to contact me directly if you wish to visit Greece in the future and the beautiful Greek Islands where I also specialize.

Take care!
Ina

Ina did a fantastic job planning our trip. Ev...
Greece | Sep 16 - Sep 24, 2023

Brandon
Brandon H.
Livingston, MT | Reviewed on Sep 27, 2023
Ina did a fantastic job planning our trip. Everything was scheduled and we were really able to relax and enjoy every moment. There was always someone waiting for us to take us to from every flight, ferry, and adventure she had planned for us. We will definitely use kimkim for our next overseas vacation. Thank you for an amazing vacation. Read more

Ina did a fantastic job planning our trip. Everything was scheduled and we were really able to relax and enjoy every moment. There was always someone waiting for us to take us to from every flight, ferry, and adventure she had planned for us. We will definitely use kimkim for our next overseas vacation. Thank you for an amazing vacation.

Hotel Review
Adriani Hotel
Naxos Town

We spent most of our trip at this hotel. The owners were very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was homemade and didn’t disappoint. Naxos was by far our favorite city.

Authenticity & Character
Family owned
Location
Staff
Very friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Always came back to a clean and cozy room
Activity Reviews
Sailing Trip around Naxos & Small Cyclades islands
Sailing Trip around Naxos & Small Cyclades islands
Naxos

Great food on the boat and a great crew

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Acropolis Guided Tour
Acropolis Guided Tour
Athens

Vicky was very knowledgeable and a great tour guided of the Acropolis.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Sep 28, 2023

Dear Brandon,
Thank you so much for your 5 star rating and feedback. I'm super pleased you all enjoyed the destinations and activities I had planned for you. I noticed your photograph from Naxos Island on your profile. Lovely :-) ! If you do ever decide to visit Greece again or to enjoy a holiday in Italy (where I also specialize) feel free to contact me directly in our current chat. It would be a pleasure to work with you all again in the near future. Bye bye for now!
Take Care!
Ina

Greece trip
Greece | Sep 12 - Sep 20, 2023

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Kristina r.
Algonquin, IL | Reviewed on Sep 21, 2023
Our travel agent, Ina, did an amazing job recommending places she felt my partner and I would enjoy. She was exceptional in modifying the plan based off of our comments and genuinely made everything incredibly easy. We ended up going to Athens, Naxos, and Santorini, with Naxos being our favorite! At first, we had reservations about Naxos as most people tend to go to Mykonos, but Naxos was perfect for what we had asked for: calm, traditional, and the most beautiful water I’ve ever seen in my... Read more

Our travel agent, Ina, did an amazing job recommending places she felt my partner and I would enjoy. She was exceptional in modifying the plan based off of our comments and genuinely made everything incredibly easy. We ended up going to Athens, Naxos, and Santorini, with Naxos being our favorite! At first, we had reservations about Naxos as most people tend to go to Mykonos, but Naxos was perfect for what we had asked for: calm, traditional, and the most beautiful water I’ve ever seen in my life. We could not be more pleased and we’ll have memories to last for a lifetime!

Hotel Review
Avra Hotel Rafina
Rafina, Athens

The hotel was beautiful and the location made it easily walkable to restaurants. The only downfall was that they pushed 2 twin beds together and they split apart multiple times.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Easily walkable and view of the water
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Caldera Cruise & Volcano Visit
Caldera Cruise & Volcano Visit
Santorini

Our guide was great! We stopped at 3 different locations and we had plenty of time at each spot. The guide did a great job explaining the history of the volcano as well. The men who worked on the boat, especially the main guy were a hoot and he even helped me with my wound after I tripped on the top of the volcano, ha! I expected the food to be mediocre, but it was absolutely amazing and I even went up for seconds! We apparently went on a very windy day which we didn’t realize because the crew did such a great job, it was only rough for about 20ish minutes and even then it wasn’t bad. The crew did a great job safety wise and even provided us with blankets as it got a bit chilly after the sunset.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sailing Trip around Naxos & Small Cyclades islands
Sailing Trip around Naxos & Small Cyclades islands
Naxos

Our guides, Akis and George, were absolutely amazing! They were incredibly friendly and fun, while remaining professional and gave us all a great experience! I expected the food to be mediocre, but it was actually AMAZING and one of my favorite meals during our entire 9-day Greece trip. The location of the sites were great and they briefly explained the history of the locations, one of which was a place where if you put clay from the rocks on your face…your skin doesn’t age ;) you know I slapped that on, ha! Plus we had plenty of time at each spot and did not feel rushed at all. I will say the water was a bit chilly…but definitely worth while!

Quality of Experience
Food
The moussakka was amazing and one my favorite meals while I was in Greece
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Athens

Our travel guide did a great job explaining the history. My fiancé is a history lover and had a lot of questions that the guide was more than happy to answer! And he genuinely seemed to really appreciate them, haha. The guide had a great pace and gave us time to walk around after explaining the history for photos.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Sep 22, 2023

Dear Kristina,

I must admit it was quite entertaining reading your review. Haha! Thank you for sharing some photos (that's always my favourite part). I'm glad to hear Andrew and you enjoyed learning about the historical facts on your tours and had a lot of fun with a few great surprises with the food onboard. I have certainly kept notes of your feedback as well.
It was great working with you and it will be a pleasure to see your happy faces again in the future on another adventure in Greece (or Italy).

Take Care!
Ina

Created the perfect honeymoon
Italy | Sep 4 - Sep 14, 2023

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Simran V.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 21, 2023

Ina helped us craft a perfect honeymoon. We had amazing excursion and experiences and as a result made beautiful memories. This trip was so convenient as a result of KimKims efforts. I've used this company in the past and as a result of this experience will continue to use them.

Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Sep 21, 2023

Dear Simran,

Thank you so much for your 5-star review. Italy was a perfect choice for a honeymoon and I'm super pleased you enjoyed your time and made beautiful memories that will last for a lifetime. Kimkim offers a plethora of destinations around the world, with many professional travel designers who will love to plan your next adventure. I personally specialise in Italy and Greece, so feel free to contact me directly if you wish to visit the beautiful Greek Islands as well. It will be a great pleasure for me to plan your future Anniversary summer holiday.

Take Care!
Ina

We loved it all! The drivers were on time and...
Italy | Sep 2 - Sep 11, 2023

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Ashley N.
Charlotte, NC | Reviewed on Sep 12, 2023
We loved it all! The drivers were on time and very hospitable. Our planned activities were all memorable. The accommodations were perfect! Ian had outdone herself to make sure that every detail had been tended to which made our trip easy logistically. The support team jumped in when Ian was out of the office. There was a rock slide on the Amalfi Coast so they rearranged our itinerary before we knew that there was an issue. I have been singing your praises to everyone!
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We loved it all! The drivers were on time and very hospitable. Our planned activities were all memorable. The accommodations were perfect! Ian had outdone herself to make sure that every detail had been tended to which made our trip easy logistically. The support team jumped in when Ian was out of the office. There was a rock slide on the Amalfi Coast so they rearranged our itinerary before we knew that there was an issue. I have been singing your praises to everyone!
We think we are either going to do Greece or another part of Italy next year and can't wait to work with you again!

Hotel Reviews
Grand Hotel De La Ville
Sorrento

We cannot say enough about this hotel. We have traveled alot and this was our absolute favorite hotel!

Authenticity & Character
Ever detailed has been tended to, to create a one of a kind experience.
Location
The rooms are gorgeous! The buffet with the outdoor dining area is amazing! The rooftop pool and bar were the perfect place to grab a drink and watch the sunset.
Staff
Everyone from the front desk staff to the cleaning woman were exceptionally kind and helpful. They went out of their way to ensure that our stay was perfect!
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was impeccably clean!
Royal Continental Hotel Naples
Naples

Upon arrival the front desk upgraded us to an oceanview room. They were helpful answering any questions that we had and were interested in how we enjoyed Naples.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We loved being on the water and across from the marina. This is a lovely place to watch the sunset.
Staff
The woman at the check in desk greeted us with a beautiful smile every time that we had questions.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The bed was extremely comfortable and the facilities were pristine.
Hotel Orto De' Medici
Florence

We loved the buffet and outdoor dining area. The welcome beverage was a nice perk! We had an issue with our bill and they remedied it quickly. The staff was helpful and very kind!

Authenticity & Character
Location
The hotel was located in an area close to everything! There is no need for a car or driver.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Modigliani
Roma

This hotel is located in an area that allows for easy access to the major attractions. The hotel was clean, elegant and hospitable.

Authenticity & Character
Location
You can walk to most tourist destinations.
Staff
They were very receptive to our needs.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The entire hotel is immaculate.
Activity Reviews
Capri Island & Grottos Boat Tour from Sorrento
Capri Island & Grottos Boat Tour from Sorrento
Sorrento

We loved all of the friends we made on our tour.

Quality of Experience
We enjoyed taking the chairlift up to the top of Anacrapria and hiking down the trail.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The staff were constantly offering us drinks, hanging out with us and asking for our input to provide the ultimate adventure.
Transport
Private Amalfi Coast Driving Tour
Private Amalfi Coast Driving Tour
Italy

On the that this was scheduled there was a rock slide blocking the road but our driver did manage to chauffeur us along part of the highway.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
He told us exactly how much time we had in each location and where to meet him. This young man made every concession to ensure that we had a memorable trip.
Transport
He was just a very kind, dependable person.
Private Pompeii Tour & Mount Vesuvius visit with light lunch
Private Pompeii Tour & Mount Vesuvius visit with light lunch
Pompeii

Having a private guide is the way to go. The area was extremely crowded and we got to by pass everyone as we toured Pompeii.

Quality of Experience
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about every aspect of Pompeii and her English was excellent!
Food
The venue was lovely. We got a tour of the vineyard, a wine tasting and a delicious four course meal.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She could answer any of our questions.
Transport
Our driver was prompt and shared lots of information about the area during our commute.
Pizza Cooking Class in Napoli
Pizza Cooking Class in Napoli
Naples

We just enjoyed learning about the way to make authentic Italian pizza. The chef was friendly and readily answered all of our questions.

Quality of Experience
Our pizzas turned out to be delicious!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Florence Food Tour & Dinner
Florence Food Tour & Dinner
Florence

This one of the highlights of our trip. Our guide, Lorenzo, was animated and so knowledgeable about the local restaurants. He made us feel like we were family. We had a group that bonded and shared an evening of laughter.

Quality of Experience
Lorenzo and our wonderful group. We stayed together until 11:00.
Food
Everything we tasted was amazing and the wine was even better!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Lorenzo had grown up in Florence so he knew all of the authentic, local places to take us to.
Transport
We could walk everywhere.
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Sep 12, 2023

Dear, Ashley and Scott!

I'm so pleased you had a wonderful time and fully enjoyed your special summer holidays for your 30th Anniversary Celebration!! It was a pleasure working with you and I'm looking forward to designing your next adventure in Italy or Greece!

Ina

Overall great experience.All accommodations ...
Italy | Aug 27 - Sep 6, 2023

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Rick L.
Nashua, NH | Reviewed on Sep 07, 2023
Overall great experience.
All accommodations for travel, hotel and recommendations were flawless.
Service providers were all great.
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Overall great experience.
All accommodations for travel, hotel and recommendations were flawless.
Service providers were all great.

Hotel Reviews
Grand Hotel Capodimonte
Sorrento

Lived up to the 4 star rating. Another perfect location to the center of Sorrento and surrounding sights

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Villa Sabolini
Colle di Val d'Elsa

They initially gave us a room that was facing the road and was very noisy. We requested a room change with a view and they accommodate. Overall a central location that allowed us to reach many vineyards and local restaurants

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Corte di Gabriela
Venice

Air conditioning was a challenge however the service was great

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
San Polo Afternoon Food & Wine Tour
San Polo Afternoon Food & Wine Tour
Venice
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Sep 11, 2023

Dear Rick,

Thank you so much for the precious feedback about your accommodations and the 5 star review of your summer holiday in Italy! I'm very pleased you had a wonderful time! I'm looking forward to planning one of your future trips back to Italy or even in Greece where I also specialize in!

Take care!
Ina

It a wonderful family trip It was an amazing trip ,the guides were very ...
Italy | Jul 15 - Jul 25, 2023

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Esther G.
Mexico | Reviewed on Aug 04, 2023

It was an amazing trip ,the guides were very knowledgeable and interesting and we really enjoyed every day of our trip
The hotels were peculiar and gave us an interesting sensation of the city , we like them very much

Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Aug 04, 2023

Dear, Esther!

Thank you very much for the 5 star review. I'm very pleased we managed to arrange tours in Spanish language for your granddaughter and very happy you enjoyed them all, as well as the choices I made for your accommodations. I wish you many more happy holidays together! I find it extremely important to spend quality time and build memories with the younger members of the families, as these moments will stand out and last forever.

Take Care! Ina

Fabulous trip to Italy
Italy | Jun 25 - Jun 30, 2023

Melinda
Melinda F.
Herriman, UT | Reviewed on Jul 12, 2023
Our trip to Italy was wonderful! It was so incredibly convenient to have drivers waiting for us at each of our locations and tours already scheduled and prepared. Honestly, the driving in Naples was a little scary, so we were so happy not to have to try to navigate that! :D
Fabio was our tour guide to Pompeii, and he did a fantastic job. He helped us to understand the history and culture surrounding this fascinating city.
From there we took the train to Rome, where again we had a driver...
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Our trip to Italy was wonderful! It was so incredibly convenient to have drivers waiting for us at each of our locations and tours already scheduled and prepared. Honestly, the driving in Naples was a little scary, so we were so happy not to have to try to navigate that! :D
Fabio was our tour guide to Pompeii, and he did a fantastic job. He helped us to understand the history and culture surrounding this fascinating city.
From there we took the train to Rome, where again we had a driver waiting to take us to our hotel which was only a couple of blocks from the Colosseum. Our tour of the Colisseum and Roman Forum with Chiara was excellent. It is so helpful to have someone experienced and knowledgeable to explain the history and sites. Likewise the next day at the Vatican with Donata. All of our tour guides and drivers were fantastic.
From Rome we took a train to Florence and from there we branched off on our own, renting a car and exploring northern Italy. While the rest of our trip was still fantastic, we missed the ease and convenience of having Kimkim and Ina take care of everything for us. They did a wonderful job!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Orto De' Medici
Florence

Fantastic hotel with wonderful breakfast (my husband was especially impressed by the fresh orange juice machine). Ideally located in Florence, we had a wonderful stay.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Capo d'Africa—Colosseo
Rome

Beautiful hotel in a prime location in Rome. The staff was incredibly helpful and we had a great stay. We chose not to get the hotel breakfast, but there was a fantastic 'bar'/bakery just down the street and around the corner where we were able to get fresh pastries. Being able to walk two blocks to the Colisseum was incredibly convenient!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palazzo Alabardieri
Naples

Beautiful hotel, delicious breakfast. Located right in the heart of the action in Naples.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Useful Information
Italy

We received great guidelines for our time in Florence.

Vatican Guided Tour
Vatican Guided Tour
Rome

Donata did a fantastic job with our tour through the Vatican. She was fun and engaging while sharing with us the cultural and artistic history of the museum. We were able to go through a restricted portion of the museum, and it was wonderful to see some of the sculptures and mosaics without the crowds. Donata did a great job preparing us with things to look for and notice within the Sistine Chapel. Otherwise it can be an overwhelming experience!

Quality of Experience
The museum was very crowded and most of it isn't air conditioned. Definitely not anything the tour has control over, but it did decrease the quality of the experience.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Donata was fantastic!
Transport
Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Rome

Chiara was our guide for the Colosseum and Roman Forum and she did an amazing job! Our tour included the underground of the Colosseum, which was fascinating. Chiara was able to maneuver us through the crowds with ease. She helped us to understand the history and archaeology of the area while keeping us engaged and entertained.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Chiara was fantastic!
Transport
N/A. Hotel was close enough we could walk to the tour.
Private Pompeii Tour
Private Pompeii Tour
Pompeii

We absolutely loved our private tour of Pompeii. Fabio, our tour guide was amazing! As an archaeologist he was able to inform us about the history and culture of Pompeii and answer all of our questions. We were really able to understand the life in that city before its tragic end. I would 100% recommend this tour, especially with Fabio as your guide!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Fabio and our driver Pasquale were wonderful!
Transport
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Jul 12, 2023

Dear, Melinda and Scott!

Thank you so much for all the 5 stars and additional comments. I'm so happy you had a fantastic time in Naples, Rome and Florence and even though you continued on your own after that I'm so glad you had the chance to see Northern Italy as well. There is so much variety of nature and scenery in this beautiful country, it would have been a pity not to see it. It was a great pleasure working with you! Safe travels!
Ina

Excellent Greek Islands vacation
Greece | Jun 18 - Jul 1, 2023

David
David H.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Jul 04, 2023
Our planning team of Ina and the Travel12 care team was exceptional. Ina really worked on meeting our diverse needs for beaches, vegan and gluten free eaters, hiking and cultural outings. Pretty much a perfect fit for our family of 5. Accommodations and transport were excellent, and we consistently got compliments on (Ina’s) choices of Naxos, Paros, and Tinos for a low tourist, good outdoors options. We highly recommend these folks! Read more

Our planning team of Ina and the Travel12 care team was exceptional. Ina really worked on meeting our diverse needs for beaches, vegan and gluten free eaters, hiking and cultural outings. Pretty much a perfect fit for our family of 5. Accommodations and transport were excellent, and we consistently got compliments on (Ina’s) choices of Naxos, Paros, and Tinos for a low tourist, good outdoors options. We highly recommend these folks!

Hotel Reviews
Voreades
Tinos

This is a very authentic boutique hotel in Tinos, which is not very touristy and so hotel options appear to be more limited. The owners are fantastic people, super friendly and helpful. The facility itself is very traditional garden style which we found a bit claustrophobic although the quality of the interior was very nice decor if a little older styling and wear. I think that this is a nice place but not as light and airy as our other hotels on Naxos and Paros. Recommended for authentic feel and staff, but be aware this is a very close-knit experience.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Avra Hotel Rafina
Rafina, Athens

Average airport hotel. Location is close to Rafina port for ferry, but otherwise average. This area has clearly seen some decline so there isn’t much it eh way of restaurants or shops around. There is a mediocre public beach next to the hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Iris Boutique Hotel
Naousa

Very nice modern hotel with a balcony view of the ocean. A bit far from downtown and Nasaou is quite hilly, but this location is also quiet and has easy rental car parking.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Korali Palace Hotel
Naxos

This place is wonderful. The rooms are spacious and airy. The facility is traditional but modernized. It fits nicely with the town atmosphere and there are several excellent restaurants very close by. Staff is super helpful and breakfast was good. Nice kitchenette too!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Easy to get away from the port but still close to beach and port for easy walk.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
NLH Monastiraki
Athens

This is a very nice modern hotel, well situated near the old town plaza and acropolis. Everything was great except that there was apparently a new night spot that was playing booking musing until 4am. We aren’t night life people so this was not great. But the hotel was very clean and breakfast was also good.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Noise at night- might not be fixable
Activity Reviews
Cultural Hiking in Paros Villages & Nature
Cultural Hiking in Paros Villages & Nature
Paros

Maria was a fantastic guide. We hiked the Byzantine trail and she covered both history and botanical topics which was great!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We drove and there was lots to see
Day-Trip to Delos and Mykonos by Boat
Day-Trip to Delos and Mykonos by Boat
Naxos

We cancelled this day trip to have more relaxation time

Cooking Class in a Traditional Village
Cooking Class in a Traditional Village
Naxos

One of the best parts of our trip was as this cooking class with Katerina. She and her mother were so friendly and accommodating and the class was really fun! She had no problem providing vegan options and the small village was beautiful!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We drove and it was very scenic
Acropolis & Flavors of Athens
Acropolis & Flavors of Athens
Athens

Our guide Dionysus was fantastic. Interesting, friendly, enthusiastic, and accommodating. We had a great time with him and he was very efficient with the tour planning. Highly recommended!

Quality of Experience
Food
Cafe with traditional Greek coffee and sweets
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We walked
Dinner in Athens
Dinner in Athens
Athens

Fantastic Ergon House restaurant. The food and service were excellent. We had a large variety of traditional foods to try including vegan choices. The service was very good.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We walked there. It’s a little hard to find.
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Jul 08, 2023

Dear, David and family!

I'm so happy you trusted me with my suggestions of visiting the islands of Naxos, Paros and Tinos. They may not be the most well-known worldwide, but they are certainly popular and special ones for us here. I'm very pleased you all enjoyed the Greek cuisine and authentic local vegan choices. Thank you so much for taking the time to share some detailed feedback regarding your hotels and experiences. This is extremely valuable to us and each comment is taken very seriously.
Wishing you many more happy family holidays! Take Care!

Ina

Ina was a fantastic trip planner. I wanted of...
Greece | May 19 - May 28, 2023

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Julie F.
Safety Harbor, FL | Reviewed on May 31, 2023
Ina was a fantastic trip planner. I wanted off the beaten path experiences and she really over delivered. We had adventures in Greece even the locals had never heard of! I will also say that Amy issue that arose (a few small things) and they had me straightened out literally within 5 minutes. I’d recommend them again and again. Read more

Ina was a fantastic trip planner. I wanted off the beaten path experiences and she really over delivered. We had adventures in Greece even the locals had never heard of! I will also say that Amy issue that arose (a few small things) and they had me straightened out literally within 5 minutes. I’d recommend them again and again.

Hotel Reviews
Avra Hotel Rafina
Rafina, Athens

Commuter hotel of tourists. It was very serviceable.

Leto Nuevo Hotel
Nafplio

Great hotel, great location, gorgeous views. It is a bit of a hike up the hill or stairs to get to the town/sea. I note this for people who may struggle with it. Hotel was comfy, great ac, great breakfast and bathrooms were roomy.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Fedriades Hotel Delphi
Delphi

Didn’t love this one and actually checked out a day early. The room was extra small, the bed very hard with small, flat pillows, couldnt get the ac to work and burned up at night. My panoramic view was seen over a huge roof, so not quite as advertised. No parking anywhere. Small bar but unattended. On the bright side, clean, breakfast was super and the town is adorable. It will only take about an hour to explore the whole things. Wonderful restaurant across the street with a better view. Walk to Delphi in 10 minutes.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
NLH Monastiraki
Athens

Great location. Great roof top bar (must do!). Very clean. Great ac. Rooms a little small but that’s how it goes.

Authenticity & Character
Location
5 minute walk from monastraki square and plaza.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Triple Swim Day Trip to a Waterfall, Alpine Lake & the Sea
Triple Swim Day Trip to a Waterfall, Alpine Lake & the Sea
Greece

A lovely day spent waaaay off the beaten path. It was a little awkward at first since we picked our guide up on the side of an exit in a parking lot to a cemetery. However, she was lovely. We drove over an hour to get to the hiking spot to go to the waterfall. I will say that we weren’t prepared at all. The “gentle river trekking” was actually walking and climbing up a rapid river, over boulders, loads of large rocks in freezing cold water. At the end was a beautiful water fall - which I got in to and thought I may have died it was so cold. That said, it was very invigorating and honestly felt healing. You need special hiking shoes for this - we only had sneakers. The rest was easy and oh so beautiful. The lunch boxes were so special and delicious as was the dinner at an adorable local taverna. Our guide was wonderful.

Sea Kayak Above Epidaurus Sunken City
Sea Kayak Above Epidaurus Sunken City
Nafplio

Such amazing activity and the guide was simply the best. We really enjoyed an easy day of paddling, some history, a lovely walk, some beach time and overall just a perfect day. Snorkeling the old Roman villa was a real highlight.

Honey Farm Tour
Honey Farm Tour
Delphi

A real highlight of our trip! We didn’t know what to expect but we thought this was the bees knees (pun fully intended!). We spent a few hours privately with a bee keeps in the middle of an ancient olive orchard learning all about the bees. The honey was divine.

Private Tour of Delphi
Private Tour of Delphi
Greece

Great tour with a knowledgeable guide. She was a little late and left a little early but overall a phenomenal experience. Delphi was one great highlight and felt so spiritual.

Traditional Lunch at an Olive Oil Producer
Traditional Lunch at an Olive Oil Producer
Greece

Delicious lunch with amazing olive oils and tapenades. Seriously good. Loved sitting down and learning from the owner about his history, the ancient groves and its importance. We did not go into the grove or see production, however. It was a lovely lunch and we bought all the products with breathtaking views.

Saronic Islands Day Cruise
Saronic Islands Day Cruise
Athens

This was a nice day trip. We had VIP package which was nice. The pro’s were that you get to see 3 islands, spend a day at sea, VIP lounge with your own waitress, and first on/off. That said, you only get a little time on the islands, the food was meh, and it’s a lot of people. If I had to do it again, I’d charter my own boat.

Acropolis & Ancient Athens Mythology Tour
Acropolis & Ancient Athens Mythology Tour
Athens

The best! We really enjoyed the unique tour and focus on both mythology and history. Our guide was funny, engaging and thoughtful. She made sure we had shady spots and rocks to get out of the sun often. Highly recommend.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Jun 01, 2023

Dear, Julie and Robert!
A combination of history, culture, outdoor adventures and local food experiences, was exactly what I had in mind for you and I'm very pleased to hear that you enjoyed all of my off-the-beaten path suggestions. Thank you for taking the time to give us a detailed feedback. We will absolutely take into serious consideration all of your comments and ratings, especially the ones regarding your accommodations. I'm wishing you again happy 25th Anniversary and many more special Anniversaries to come, full of beautiful memories from around the world.

Take care!
Ina

Seamless tour of Italy!
Italy | May 13 - May 21, 2023

Lindsay
Lindsay C.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on May 28, 2023
Our trip to Italy was booked on Kimkim through Ina, who ensured that my requests were taken care of as they arised during the planning process. For the actual trip, everything was seamless - the drivers, tours, and hotel accommodations. I especially recommend checking out the Amalfi coast and Pompeii! You won’t regret the nurturing assistance of Kimkim’s booking agents. Read more

Our trip to Italy was booked on Kimkim through Ina, who ensured that my requests were taken care of as they arised during the planning process. For the actual trip, everything was seamless - the drivers, tours, and hotel accommodations. I especially recommend checking out the Amalfi coast and Pompeii! You won’t regret the nurturing assistance of Kimkim’s booking agents.

Hotel Review
Hotel Arcadia
Venice

A charming hotel in Venuce with ultra-polite staff and the most amazing breakfast served in an elegant room!

Authenticity & Character
The dining room is superb!
Location
Easy walking distance to restaurants
Staff
Very courteous staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything you want in a hotel room in historic Venice!
Activity Review
Amalfi Coast Driving & Ferry Boat Tour From Sorrento
Amalfi Coast Driving & Ferry Boat Tour From Sorrento
Sorrento

Very knowledgeable driver to usher us to our ferry to see the breathtaking Amalfi coast.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on May 30, 2023

Dear, Lindsay!

Thank you so much for your 5-star rating. I'm so glad you were happy with the room choices given the last-minute changes and the limited options available for the whole group to comfortably stay in one place. The Amalfi Coast is indeed a special destination and I'm pleased you felt, it was the highlight of your summer holidays, despite the cancelled tour to Capri. Maybe that's a great opportunity for another visit to Italy in the future. Haha. Greetings to everyone in the group!

Take care!
Ina

The best trip to Greece ever!
Greece | May 9 - May 18, 2023

Lexie
Lexie D.
Australia | Reviewed on May 20, 2023
We have just returned from the most unforgettable trip to Greece! It was an amazing action packed trip that we couldn’t have done without the wonderful guidance from Ina our trip organiser. She understood the brief perfectly. It was a 2 week adventure in Athens, Naxos and Santorini for my 13 year old daughter and I. I had never heard of Naxos but it ended up being our favourite place. It was the perfect balance of Island relaxation, ancient history and a deep dive into Greek culture.... Read more

We have just returned from the most unforgettable trip to Greece! It was an amazing action packed trip that we couldn’t have done without the wonderful guidance from Ina our trip organiser. She understood the brief perfectly. It was a 2 week adventure in Athens, Naxos and Santorini for my 13 year old daughter and I.

I had never heard of Naxos but it ended up being our favourite place. It was the perfect balance of Island relaxation, ancient history and a deep dive into Greek culture. It also had some lovely shopping and great opportunities for some Instagram shots!

Athens was magical in all it’s big city hustle and bustle and of course the Acropolis was breathtaking.

Santorini was stunning despite not so picturesque weather. The car rental was an adventure! We had a couple of hiccups with the car not starting on one occasion, but the customer care team in Greece (Irene, Christos and Mariann) were so responsive and we resolved the issue straight away. They couldn’t have been more helpful and reassuring if they tried.

All future holidays will be organised through Kim Kim. I cannot recommend their service highly enough. If you are going to Greece - you MUST connect with Ina. She is fantastic!

Thank you Ina and the team for making the trip a perfect balance of action and relaxation. 💙

Hotel Reviews
Manos Small World
Santorini island

The views!!!! Lovely balcony and the room was so spacious.

Authenticity & Character
Very cute looking, but had everything we needed.
Location
Walking distance to Fira, shops and restaurants
Staff
Couldn’t be more helpful if they tried :)
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything clean and comfortable.
Adriani Hotel
Naxos Town

Our favourite hotel! Breakfast was out of this world! I’m sorry I didn’t get to try all the home made dishes - unbelievable!

Authenticity & Character
So clean and people running the hotel were delightful
Location
Walking distance to town.
Staff
Amazing!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable
NLH Monastiraki
Athens

Fantastic location, comfortable beds and a delicious breakfast. Modern amenities.

Authenticity & Character
Modern
Location
Close to the Plaka district and walking distance to all ancient sites.
Staff
Very responsive
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Useful Information
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sailing Trip around Naxos & Small Cyclades islands
Sailing Trip around Naxos & Small Cyclades islands
Naxos

The best weather helped make this trip magical.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Naxos Bike Tour
Naxos Bike Tour
Naxos

Our favourite experience! Manos our guide was great! Such a brilliant way to see the countryside and delve into Greek culture with traditional Tavern meal, olive tasting and we visited a traditional cheese making farm.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Manos was the best!
Transport
Safe, easy to ride bikes.
Day-Trip to Delos and Mykonos by Boat
Day-Trip to Delos and Mykonos by Boat
Naxos

Amazing history at Delos and wonderful cosmopolitan aspects of Mykonos.

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Transport
Not the ferry’s fault, but it was a windy day with choppy water. A few passengers were sick. We had taken our seasickness tablets Kwells prior and had no sicknesses! In fact we liked the rocky trip 😅
Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Athens
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We walked!
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on May 22, 2023

Dear, Lexie and Lucia!

I am so happy I met you, even though just digitally. It was so easy to work with you. Thank you for sharing your photo album with me. It was fun seeing your adventures and humourous comments.
I'm especially pleased, you liked Naxos Island, as I firmly believed this would be the perfect match for your mom-daughter holiday. I wish you many more happy adventures and photographs around the globe. If you ever decide to refresh your memory of the Mediterranean Sea, I would love to design your future family trip to Italy, where I also specialise in.

Best of life!
Ina

Kimkim and Travel 12 exceeded expectations
Italy | Sep 19 - Oct 2, 2022

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Lauri F.
Pittsburgh, PA | Reviewed on Oct 04, 2022
Ina and her team worked with us to set up a trip that combined history, museums, biking, hiking and some free time as our son was in the region to which we were traveling. We were able to easily see what we wanted and travel (with all the details pre-arranged) between Venice, Florence, Levanto and Rome, Italy. The planning was a great collaborative experience, the attention to detail was excellent, and the guides that they set up for us were all among the best we have had (for tours and... Read more

Ina and her team worked with us to set up a trip that combined history, museums, biking, hiking and some free time as our son was in the region to which we were traveling. We were able to easily see what we wanted and travel (with all the details pre-arranged) between Venice, Florence, Levanto and Rome, Italy. The planning was a great collaborative experience, the attention to detail was excellent, and the guides that they set up for us were all among the best we have had (for tours and for bike tours). This is my second time using Kimkim and I will be back for the next big trip.

Hotel Reviews
Aenea Superior Inn
Rome

It was a convenient location and provided good access to what we needed.

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Hotel Palazzo Vannoni
Levanto

This was such a friendly hotel!

Authenticity & Character
Location
It was just a bit off the beach in Levanto and easy to navigate to and from. Also close to the train station.
Staff
Super helpful with directions, hiking suggestions, other activities and food!
Milu Hotel
Florence

This was our favorite of all the hotels because it was full of cool art and again, the staff were fantastic.

Authenticity & Character
It was in the fashion district and had a totally cool vibe about it.
Location
It was right in the midst of everything we wanted to do and so everything was a 10 minute walk.
Staff
They were also great at finding us places for dinner and we were comfortable enough to just let them pick and make the reservation.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Antiche Figure
Venice

They actually upgraded us to a junior suite at the sister hotel which was a 5 minute walk from this place. Both looked great but we stayed at the Canal Grande and loved it and the staff.

Authenticity & Character
It “fit” what we expected for Venice.
Location
Easy to get anywhere.
Staff
The staff were friendly, recommended places for dinner and made the reservations. Excellent service!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Bike The Appian Way
Bike The Appian Way
Rome

I can’t believe Valentina actually got us to bike on some of those roads, but what a trip! It was a great way to see things a typical tour would not get to, she was wicked smart, and took good care of us as we went through some really busy places. We learned a lot and appreciated Rome so much more. The description mentioned a breakfast or lunch but that wasn’t actually included in the tour.

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Vatican Guided Tour
Vatican Guided Tour
Rome

Really knowledgeable tour guide that made this more interesting than I expected it to be. But you can’t go to Rome and not see the Vatican. She made me glad I went.

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Sunset e-Bike Wine Tour
Sunset e-Bike Wine Tour
Italy

Sara and Matteo took us on an fun trip, were good at explaining the history, use of the bikes, and took lots of pictures and drone shots for us to enjoy.

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Chianti Wine & Olive Oil Tour from Florence
Chianti Wine & Olive Oil Tour from Florence
Florence

Our guide for this was so personable and the small group was easy to get to know. Loved seeing and learning about all the places we went.

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Afternoon Gelato Making Class
Afternoon Gelato Making Class
Florence

He was hysterical, and excellent teacher, and so much fun!

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Bike Tour on Lido Island
Bike Tour on Lido Island
Venice

Valerio took good care of us, adjusted the trip length and speed to our desired activity level, and had a ton of good info.

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Market & Cicchetti Food Tour
Market & Cicchetti Food Tour
Venice

Tour guide was knowledgeable, the food was amazing, and it was just us and another couple which was fun.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Ina Gaydarova
Ina
Ina Gaydarova
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Oct 05, 2022
Dear, Lauri and Michael! I'm so happy to see your happy faces, having so much fun on all your tours and activities around Italy and that you were also able to spent some quality time with Connor. Thank you for sharing your photographs (my favourite part when analysing the reviews haha) and for giving us detailed comments on each experience. Every little information is well noted and valued. It looks like you made the most of it and I'm truly thankful you allowed me to be a part of it.
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Dear, Lauri and Michael!

I'm so happy to see your happy faces, having so much fun on all your tours and activities around Italy and that you were also able to spent some quality time with Connor. Thank you for sharing your photographs (my favourite part when analysing the reviews haha) and for giving us detailed comments on each experience. Every little information is well noted and valued. It looks like you made the most of it and I'm truly thankful you allowed me to be a part of it.
It was a pleasure to work with you and I wish you many more smily photographs and happy moments around the world.

Take care!
Ina