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Kateryna Garkavenko

Travel is truly one of the most rewarding experiences we can have. It's amazing how much we can learn and grow from every trip, and I believe that most people will benefit from exploring new places. Personally, I’ve visited around 50 countries and am excited to continue discovering even more of the world. I think travel is so personal and meaningful, and it’s always a positive experience that leaves lasting memories. I'm passionate about creating tailored tours that meet individual needs, and I hope these trips will lead to unforgettable adventures and memories for everyone.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Iconic landmarks of the capital of Great Britain, historical sites and its royal glory. Romantic landscapes and fabulous beauty of England's countryside with thatched-roof cottages. Beautiful national parks of Wales with its stunning wild scenery. Charming Roman baths and Georgian architecture, and of course Scotland with its rich history, culture and well-known castles."

How did you get involved in travel?

"After quiet a number of different occupations including high-end residential real estate expert, advisor to the Head of the bank, YAGP ballet competition organiser I did understand that only tailoring travel tours makes me feel that I live my life fully. "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"Conquering Thorang - La Pass 5,415 meters high on our Annapurna Circuit track in Nepal was probably the most profound emotional experience I've ever had. It was my personal challenge surrounded by breathtaking Himalayan landscapes and best friends. "

Kateryna is part of the following groups: United Kingdom Travel Agents, Scotland Travel Agents, Wales Travel Agents, England Travel Agents
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Recent trip reviews for Kateryna

Our Edinburgh city tour was excellent. Our g...
Scotland | May 20 - May 31, 2025

William
William A.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025
Our Edinburgh city tour was excellent. Our guide was a passionate history student at the local university and was exceptionally knowledgeable. In contrast, our city tour of Inverness was not so great. Our guide was a local volunteer and community activist but looking back, I am not sure the tour helped us at all. Timing was poor as the market was closed when our guide took us there. Read more

Our Edinburgh city tour was excellent. Our guide was a passionate history student at the local university and was exceptionally knowledgeable.

In contrast, our city tour of Inverness was not so great. Our guide was a local volunteer and community activist but looking back, I am not sure the tour helped us at all. Timing was poor as the market was closed when our guide took us there.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
Edinburgh

Awkward location, no valet, nowhere to park.

Authenticity & Character
Maintained the character of an old building.
Location
Central location.
Staff
Not many staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cameron house

One of the best hotels we have ever experienced.

Authenticity & Character
The addition to the original building was done exceptionally well.
Location
Excellent! Right on the lake!
Staff
Lots of them, knowledgeable and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cannot get any better!
Bunchrew House Hotel
IV3 8TA

Looks great, seems understaffed. Dusty, old, needs a deep cleaning, maybe replace some carpets. My sense was that they think they are better than they are, staff are pretentious. The menu is very different, only ate there once but wouldn’t recommend the dining room.

Authenticity & Character
Old, history. Felt like a castle.
Location
Need a taxi or car. No Uber in the north regions.
Staff
All were fine, when you could find someone. No one at the front desk.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Marcliffe Hotel & Spa
Pitfodels Aberdeen

Staff excellent. Parking is a problem with construction and loss of land to an adjacent development.

Authenticity & Character
Golf theme and many famous golfers have stayed here.
Location
Remote from downtown.
Staff
The bellman was a character, joking, making us smile and a true loyal employee.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Authenticity & Character
Old building, well maintained and renovated.
Location
Walking distance to everything!
Staff
Helpful, available and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Explore Glen Affric, Culloden, and Clava Cairns Tour
Explore Glen Affric, Culloden, and Clava Cairns Tour
Inverness

Very interesting.

Quality of Experience
History
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Microphone did not work.
Private Inverness Walking Tour
Private Inverness Walking Tour
Scotland

We could have done this walkabout on our own.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Guided Exploration of Haddo House
Guided Exploration of Haddo House
Aberdeen

This location is off the beaten path but an important part of our trip because of family connections. We were pleased to see a photo of our great grandfather in the wall of the cafe!

Edinburgh Old Town Tour
Edinburgh Old Town Tour
Edinburgh

Our guide was passionate, knowledgeable and a pleasure to be with.

Quality of Experience
Learned so much history.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We met at the hotel entrance.
Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Photo taken by William A
Photo taken by William A

An Exceptional England Adventure - Thanks to Kateryna!
England | Jun 5 - Jun 13, 2025

Julie
Julie H.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025
I'm thrilled to share our incredible 9-day family trip to England, which exceeded our expectations in every way. I would rate our overall experience a 9/10, and I cannot recommend both England as a destination AND our amazing travel agent Kateryna highly enough! What made this trip truly special was having everything seamlessly handled for us. Kateryna arranged all our accommodations, transportation (including private drivers and train tickets), and event tickets. The peace of mind that... Read more

I'm thrilled to share our incredible 9-day family trip to England, which exceeded our expectations in every way. I would rate our overall experience a 9/10, and I cannot recommend both England as a destination AND our amazing travel agent Kateryna highly enough!

What made this trip truly special was having everything seamlessly handled for us. Kateryna arranged all our accommodations, transportation (including private drivers and train tickets), and event tickets. The peace of mind that came with having every detail professionally managed allowed us to simply enjoy our vacation. Her expertise really showed in the quality of experiences she curated for us. And any time we had a question while on the trip, she was extremely quick to respond.

We explored London, York, Oxford, and the charming Cotswolds villages. Our itinerary was perfectly balanced, including iconic sites like Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace, cultural experiences at the British Museum and Harry Potter Studio, and unique adventures like our Secret Food Tour in Soho.

The private drivers and guides were a game-changer - traveling on our own timetable with just our family was luxurious and efficient. The trains ran smoothly with easy-to-navigate stations. Special shout-out to Eddie from Good Vibes Tours, who made our day absolutely memorable!

The Grand in York was phenomenal - spacious rooms, perfect location, and their afternoon tea was the epitome of a proper English experience. The Academy in London had great atmosphere in its Georgian townhomes setting, though some service issues arose. The Malmaison in Oxford served its purpose with a good location.

Early June was ideal - beautiful weather with minimal rain, and manageable crowds since schools weren't out yet. The food scene was excellent, especially our food tour with Tom King and that unforgettable afternoon tea at The Grand.

Bottom line - Kateryna created a trip that perfectly balanced must-see attractions with unique experiences, all while handling every logistical detail. For anyone considering England, I highly recommend both the destination and Kateryna's professional services. She made our family vacation absolutely magical!

Hotel Reviews
The Academy London

The location of the hotel was great -- close to tube stations and great restaurants. Our room was large; however, the bathroom was small. My biggest complaints resolved around service. Our room safe wasn't working when we arrived. I reported it multiple times and was assured that maintenance would look at it. Even though we were there four nights, it was never fixed. I requested extra blankets twice -- they never arrived. I also requested a room that didn't face the street and was assured the room didn't. However, when we checked in, it did.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Grand, York
North Yorkshire

The Grand was amazing. The hotel itself is beautiful. The location was fantastic - close to the train station but also close to local attractions. Our room was extremely large and well appointed. The bathroom was amazing. And the food was great. We ate in the bar as well as having afternoon tea in the restaurant. Both were delicious. And the afternoon tea was everything a proper English tea should be.

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Malmaison Oxford
Oxford

The location of the hotel was fantastic. Close to the train station while also being close to the local attractions. It's a renovated prison which gave it an interesting character. My biggest complaints were that the rooms were very small, only one elevator worked, and the restaurant was overpriced.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The hotel was clean. It was the size of the rooms that made it not very comfortable.
Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
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Perfect itinerary for family with teens!
England | Jun 22 - Jun 27, 2025

Jeff
Jeff J.
Rosemont, CA | Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025
Our family of 5 (3 x 13yo's) had an amazing experience thanks to Kate's plans! We loved the personalized itinerary, including the private transfers to/from airports, and day trip to Stonehenge and Windsor. Our guide and driver Christopher was extraordinary: informative and thorough. We even saw the King at Windsor (not part of the itinerary!). The kids loved seeing Mathilde. Having a relaxed schedule that fit our needs yet allowed us to hit the high points of London took the stress out... Read more

Our family of 5 (3 x 13yo's) had an amazing experience thanks to Kate's plans! We loved the personalized itinerary, including the private transfers to/from airports, and day trip to Stonehenge and Windsor. Our guide and driver Christopher was extraordinary: informative and thorough. We even saw the King at Windsor (not part of the itinerary!). The kids loved seeing Mathilde. Having a relaxed schedule that fit our needs yet allowed us to hit the high points of London took the stress out of planning and answered the "what are we doing and when" questions. Highly recommend!

Activity Reviews
The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
London

Delienne's experience having worked in the royal household was amazing. She knew where to stand and position us before the bulk of the crowds did which gave us a perfect viewing opportunity for the whole experience. Her insider stories were fascinating.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Delienne is a gem!
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
London

Our family enjoyed the tour with the Yeoman Warders and visiting the crown jewels. Not sure if were were supposed to have a personalized tour, but it worked out fine in the end.

Quality of Experience
We got some one to one time with a Yeoman Warder and the personalized Q&A was a highlight for the kids.
Hampton Court Palace, Windsor Castle & Stonehenge Private Car Tour from London
Hampton Court Palace, Windsor Castle & Stonehenge Private Car Tour from London
London

Christopher arrived early to pick us up and after navigating thick London traffic had us promptly on our way to Stonehenge. We stopped at Woodhenge first to get an understanding of the archeological age of the henge as well as begin thinking about skills and knowledge neolithic Brits had to possess to begin building these structures. Christopher's knowledge of Stonehenge and the surrounding areas, as well as his ability to avoid some of the heavy traffic around the site made the visit easy and informative. After a quick bite, we headed on our way to Windsor. I truly wish we had more time here. The royals were in residence and we did catch a glimpse of the king while touring the castle. The town of Windor and Eton are easily worthy of a full day to explore and shop. Photos inside the castle grounds are not allowed.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Christopher was superb!
Transport
Very comfortable large touring van gave us plenty of room to enjoy the drive.
Discover London in a Private Black Cab
Discover London in a Private Black Cab
London

Driver gave us a thoroughly personalized tour. He knew my teen daughter loved music so places that influence Taylor Swift, Oasis, Beatles and more were highlighted much to her amazement. We got photos of our family crossing Abbey Road. The stop at St. Bart's hospital and church were meaningful as we not only visited the spot of William Wallace's execution (and current shrine in his honor), the incense-laden chapel happened to have a small trio of musicians practicing with hymns echoing about this ancient shrine. Our tour concluded at the Black Dog Pub for a Sunday roast and the echoes of Taylor in my daughters head. A++

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transportation easily accommodated family of 5.
Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Photo taken by Jeff J
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on Jun 30, 2025
Jeff, Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m absolutely delighted to hear that your family had such a wonderful experience. It was truly my pleasure to craft your personalized itinerary, and I’m thrilled that everything worked out so perfectly — from the private transfers to the unforgettable day trips. How amazing that you even got to see the King at Windsor, absolutely amazing! Not to mention the kids’ enjoyment of Mathilde! It sounds like you really made the most of your time in... Read more

Jeff,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m absolutely delighted to hear that your family had such a wonderful experience. It was truly my pleasure to craft your personalized itinerary, and I’m thrilled that everything worked out so perfectly — from the private transfers to the unforgettable day trips. How amazing that you even got to see the King at Windsor, absolutely amazing! Not to mention the kids’ enjoyment of Mathilde! It sounds like you really made the most of your time in London.

I’m so glad you enjoyed the Tower of London and the personal touch with the Yeoman Warder, as well as the fun musical highlights in your private black cab tour. And what a lovely finish with a Sunday roast at the Black Dog Pub!

Christopher really does make every tour special, doesn’t he? I’m so happy to hear that his knowledge and the comfort of your private tour made everything so smooth for you all. Windsor and Stonehenge must have been breathtaking, and it’s fantastic that you had such great moments throughout the day.

Lastly, Delienne’s insider stories on the Royal London tour sound absolutely fascinating, and I’m so glad she made the Changing of the Guard experience even more special.

Thank you again for the glowing review! I’m so pleased you had such a stress-free and enjoyable adventure, and I wish you a million of amazing trips ahead!

With Love,
Kate

Scotland tour
Scotland | Jun 16 - Jun 21, 2025

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Cheryl S.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025
Kate planned and organized a wonderful itinerary of Scotland for our group of 6. Throughout the planning and travelling, Kate was upbeat, highly knowledgeable, and really worked to tailor the trip for us. When we had any questions or requests, she responded very quickly, even while we were traveling so that we felt well supported. We chose to travel between towns/cities via private drivers and Kate selected outstanding drivers. They really enhanced our whole experience with their expert... Read more

Kate planned and organized a wonderful itinerary of Scotland for our group of 6. Throughout the planning and travelling, Kate was upbeat, highly knowledgeable, and really worked to tailor the trip for us. When we had any questions or requests, she responded very quickly, even while we were traveling so that we felt well supported. We chose to travel between towns/cities via private drivers and Kate selected outstanding drivers. They really enhanced our whole experience with their expert driving and engaging stories - and it was just easy and comfortable. I would highly recommend Kate at KimKim and wouldn't hesitate to work with her again.

Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on Jun 25, 2025

Cheryl,

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure to work with you and your group from the very first message to the last!

I’m so happy that the trip turned into such a special and unforgettable experience for all of you. Tailoring this lovely journey was truly a joy, and hearing that it created such wonderful memories makes it all the more rewarding.

I’m sending my best wishes to the whole group 😘

Warmly,
Kate

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England Trip of a lifetime
England | May 30 - Jun 17, 2025

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Jeff b.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025
We are four older retired folks that wanted to enjoy England for 6 days before going on a wonderful cruise into Norway and the Arctic Circle. We contacted KimKim and were put in contact with Kate, the KimKim travel planner. We had some general areas we wanted to see in England and Kate took that input and built a trip plan that was fantastic. We went to Stonehenge, Bath (Roman Baths), Canterbury, the White Cliffs of Dover and several sites in/around London. We had private tour guides and... Read more

We are four older retired folks that wanted to enjoy England for 6 days before going on a wonderful cruise into Norway and the Arctic Circle. We contacted KimKim and were put in contact with Kate, the KimKim travel planner. We had some general areas we wanted to see in England and Kate took that input and built a trip plan that was fantastic. We went to Stonehenge, Bath (Roman Baths), Canterbury, the White Cliffs of Dover and several sites in/around London. We had private tour guides and drivers, arranged by Kate and we saw Windsor Castle, London Tower, Westminster Abbey, Changing of Guard (the private guide was able to have us see the practice parade for the Kings Birthday coming in Mid June). We had the best guide for the V&A museum (Mr. Robert Miller). Even though we only spent 3 and 1/2 hours in the V&A museum, we had a great time and Mr. Miller made it all worthwhile. His expertise and explanations/history gave us the perspective of the historical items we were viewing. We only saw about 10 % of the 144 areas in the museum, which means we have to return to London to enjoy the rest. We cannot thank Kate enough for her excellent trip plan and being there for mid course changes, driver time updates and points of contact. Kate was superb, we highly recommend KimKim and Kate for any England based trip.

Hotel Review
De Vere Beaumont Estate
Windsor

The De Vere Beaumont Estate is fantastic and we would stay there again if we come back to England. Quiet (with the exception of the airport (Heathrow) nearby), elegant, excellent dining and bar areas.

Authenticity & Character
Location
country type estate
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Discover London in a Private Black Cab
Discover London in a Private Black Cab
London

Excellent Driver, excellent advice for restaurants, especially Fish and Chips

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
London

Superb Guide. This guide was able to get us to view the practice parade for the upcoming Kings birthday. She had a lot of history stories to tell that were quite entertaining.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Victoria & Albert Museum, Private Tour
Victoria & Albert Museum, Private Tour
London

Our Guide - Mr. Robert Miller - was fantastic. Very well educated, knew the museum inside and out. Gave us what we wanted, which was an overview of selected areas out of the 144 museum categories.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on Jun 25, 2025
Hi Jeff, Thank you so much for the lovely review! It was truly a pleasure working with your group and I’m so happy to hear that you had such a wonderful time exploring England. It’s been fantastic to see how curious and engaged you all were with the rich history and culture, and I’m so glad the private guides and tours exceeded your expectations. I’m already excited to assist you again next year if you wish 😁 I can’t wait to help organize tickets to Ascot and plan even more unforgettable... Read more

Hi Jeff,

Thank you so much for the lovely review! It was truly a pleasure working with your group and I’m so happy to hear that you had such a wonderful time exploring England. It’s been fantastic to see how curious and engaged you all were with the rich history and culture, and I’m so glad the private guides and tours exceeded your expectations.

I’m already excited to assist you again next year if you wish 😁 I can’t wait to help organize tickets to Ascot and plan even more unforgettable experiences for you to enjoy. It will be such a pleasure to continue helping you explore more of what England has to offer.

Wishing you all the best ❤️

Warmly,
Kate

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Fabulous Custom Scotland!
Scotland | Jun 10 - Jun 21, 2025

Melissa
Melissa C.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
Kate did an awesome job tailoring our trip around Scotland with a wonderful balance of scheduled activities, suggested daily itineraries that still left us lots of flexibility to be spontaneous and explore. The accommodations were a range from 5 star resort to lovely B&B and all places I would have never found or booked myself. We made adjustments to meet budget requirements without sacrificing amenities. Read more

Kate did an awesome job tailoring our trip around Scotland with a wonderful balance of scheduled activities, suggested daily itineraries that still left us lots of flexibility to be spontaneous and explore. The accommodations were a range from 5 star resort to lovely B&B and all places I would have never found or booked myself. We made adjustments to meet budget requirements without sacrificing amenities.

Hotel Reviews
Cameron house

Gorgeous grounds and property. Multiple restaurant options, Great location. First class amenities

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dungallan Country House
Oban

Lovely B&B a quick walk up the hill from downtown Oban. Historic charm but still very comfortable

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
put together to go lunches last minute for us and breakfast was wonderful
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa
Isle of Mull

Beautiful views, nice restaurant, good amenities

Authenticity & Character
Location
very convenient to ferry
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ullinish House
Isle of Skye

Loved this was private and off the beaten path from the main busy tourist areas

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Location
Staff
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Moness Resort & Spa
Aberfeldy

Slightly away from downtown, lovely grounds, Rooms are a bit dated.

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Staff
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Activity Reviews
Edinburgh Old Town Tour
Edinburgh Old Town Tour
Edinburgh
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Inverness Walking Tour
Private Inverness Walking Tour
Scotland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal Cruise
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal Cruise
Inverness
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on Jun 23, 2025
Hi Melissa, Thank you so much for your kind review! It was an absolute pleasure working with you and Margie to craft such a special mother-daughter trip. As both a daughter and a mother of a daughter, I always feel especially connected when tailoring these trips, and I’m so happy to hear that everything worked out so well for you both ❤️ I also want to congratulate Margie on her 70th birthday! What a wonderful way to celebrate such a milestone with a memorable trip. Wishing her plenty of... Read more

Hi Melissa,

Thank you so much for your kind review! It was an absolute pleasure working with you and Margie to craft such a special mother-daughter trip. As both a daughter and a mother of a daughter, I always feel especially connected when tailoring these trips, and I’m so happy to hear that everything worked out so well for you both ❤️

I also want to congratulate Margie on her 70th birthday! What a wonderful way to celebrate such a milestone with a memorable trip. Wishing her plenty of amazing trips ahead!

I’m delighted that the balance of activities, flexibility, and accommodations exceeded your expectations, and that you had the opportunity to make such beautiful memories together in Scotland.

Wishing you and Margie many more wonderful travels and experiences.

Warmly,
Kate

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First time in Scotland
Scotland | May 27 - May 30, 2025

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Jamey B.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 09, 2025
We would definitely recommend kimkim to anyone looking for a customized experience. We were able to provide input and feedback during the planning/booking process so that we were able to check a lot of our boxes in Scotland in less time than if we were on our own, or piecing together separate tours. Special thanks to our guides and drivers along the way...Natalie, John, and Marcin. Read more

We would definitely recommend kimkim to anyone looking for a customized experience. We were able to provide input and feedback during the planning/booking process so that we were able to check a lot of our boxes in Scotland in less time than if we were on our own, or piecing together separate tours. Special thanks to our guides and drivers along the way...Natalie, John, and Marcin.

Hotel Reviews
Royston Guest House Inverness
Inverness
Authenticity & Character
Location
Not as close to Inverness city center as we would have liked
Staff
Ross was a wonderful host and makes a mean breakfast
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Ranald
OBAN
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal Cruise
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal Cruise
Inverness
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Isle of Skye Tour including the Eilean Donan Castle, Portree and other attractions
Isle of Skye Tour including the Eilean Donan Castle, Portree and other attractions
Inverness

Great tour with a lot of ground and sites covered. It's a long day with a lot of riding but the sights and scenery make it all worthwhile.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Natalie was great!
Transport
Passenger van was comfortable
Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on Jun 18, 2025

Hi Jamey,

Thank you so much for the lovely review! I’m thrilled you had such a great time in Scotland and that we could help you make the most of your trip.

It’s wonderful to hear Natalie, John, and Marcin took such good care of you—I’ll be sure to pass on your kind words.

I really appreciate the feedback and would love to help with another adventure whenever you're ready!

All the best,
Kate

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Great trip arranged by Kateryna
Scotland | May 19 - May 22, 2025

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Anne S.
Newton, MA | Reviewed on May 25, 2025
We just returned from our trip to the Isle of Skye arranged by Kateryna. I was having trouble finding transportation from Ft Williams (where we ended our West Highland Way walk) to the Isle of Skye. I also wanted a driver/guide for our 3 days there. I contacted KimKim and Kateryna responded promptly. She was able to arrange a driver to pick us up in Ft Williams and drive us to Isle of Skye. The drivers (Brian and his son Ian) were excellent. They were prompt, friendly and very knowledgeable... Read more

We just returned from our trip to the Isle of Skye arranged by Kateryna. I was having trouble finding transportation from Ft Williams (where we ended our West Highland Way walk) to the Isle of Skye. I also wanted a driver/guide for our 3 days there. I contacted KimKim and Kateryna responded promptly. She was able to arrange a driver to pick us up in Ft Williams and drive us to Isle of Skye. The drivers (Brian and his son Ian) were excellent. They were prompt, friendly and very knowledgeable about the area. We lucked out with perfect weather to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Highly recommend Kateryna to plan a trip to Scotland.

Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on Jun 02, 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m so happy to hear that everything went smoothly and that you had a fantastic time on the Isle of Skye. It was a pleasure helping to organize your transportation and guiding you through the beautiful Scottish landscape with Brian and Ian.

And how great to hear that you had perfect weather to enjoy everything to the fullest!

Wishing you many more amazing journeys ahead ❤️

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Planning a trip? You NEED kimkim!
England | Apr 23 - May 2, 2025

Stephanie
Stephanie S.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on May 03, 2025
Our planner, Kateryna was definitely knowledgeable and trustworthy. She knew the best spots to go, and helped with the hotels. My husband and I were extremely impressed with the destinations, especially the spa in Bath. Read more

Our planner, Kateryna was definitely knowledgeable and trustworthy. She knew the best spots to go, and helped with the hotels. My husband and I were extremely impressed with the destinations, especially the spa in Bath.

Hotel Reviews
Amano Covent Garden
London

In the middle of the theatre district, not far away from the bus system. We had a few issues with our room, but they were remedied immediately. Lovely breakfast and the rooftop bar is not to be missed!

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Malmaison Oxford
Oxford

Not one to be missed! Set in and old prison, down the street from a covered market. This hotel offers home comforts while being modernized. The staff are amazing,

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Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Bournemouth

Up the hill from the beach and from the main pier, it gives views that are simply amazing. The staff were friendly and helpful while checking in.

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Henrietta House, a member of Radisson Individuals
Bath

Everything being within walking distance makes this hotel the best to stay at.

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Denbies Vineyard Hotel
London, Surrey

The land is magnificent. If possible, get a tour of the wines and the land, you won't be disappointed. The rooms have no A/C, but for April it was perfect because it didn't get too hot outside.

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Activity Reviews
Discover London in a Private Black Cab
Discover London in a Private Black Cab
London

Our guide knew the ins and outs of London and where to go for history. If you want to see London, and take amazing photos, a black cab tour will be your best bet!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
London

Super busy when we went, so we didn't get to see the crown jewels, but we did see all the other pieces of the tower. It was a wonderful experience listening to the Beefeater.

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Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on May 06, 2025
Hi Stephanie, It was my absolute pleasure to work with you and your husband! Reading your review truly warmed my heart, and I’m so glad to hear that you had such a fantastic time. I can hardly believe how quickly time has passed since you booked the tour over a year ago. I’m thrilled that you enjoyed all the destinations, especially the spa in Bath! To tell you the truth my kids and I just adore it as well! Your photos were absolutely stunning and completely made my day! I could feel the... Read more

Hi Stephanie,

It was my absolute pleasure to work with you and your husband! Reading your review truly warmed my heart, and I’m so glad to hear that you had such a fantastic time. I can hardly believe how quickly time has passed since you booked the tour over a year ago. I’m thrilled that you enjoyed all the destinations, especially the spa in Bath! To tell you the truth my kids and I just adore it as well!

Your photos were absolutely stunning and completely made my day! I could feel the joy and excitement from each one, and it’s wonderful to know that the trip was everything you both hoped for.

Thank you so much for your kind words and for allowing me to be a part of your journey. I’m beyond grateful to have worked with you!

Wishing you both many more incredible travels!

Best,
Kate

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Turnkey London Adventure
England | Feb 13 - Feb 17, 2025

Christie
Christie B.
Manchester, CT | Reviewed on Feb 24, 2025
Our family of 4 had a turnkey five day adventure to England with the expert planning of Kate! We saw all the sites including the London Tower, London Eye, Windsor, Buckingham Palace, the Borough Market, Warner Brother studios and even snuck in seeing the musical Wicked. Our accommodations were lovely! Read more

Our family of 4 had a turnkey five day adventure to England with the expert planning of Kate! We saw all the sites including the London Tower, London Eye, Windsor, Buckingham Palace, the Borough Market, Warner Brother studios and even snuck in seeing the musical Wicked. Our accommodations were lovely!

Hotel Review
Royal Lancaster Hotel
London

Just fabulous! The service was 5 star, the breakfast was gourmet and our adjoining rooms were perfect for our family of 4.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Beautiful neighborhood tucked away.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
London

We LOVED our walking tour and were so grateful we were able to learn inside tips and see the changing of the guard up close!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on Feb 24, 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was truly my pleasure to help you and your family create such an unforgettable adventure in England. I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed all the amazing sights and experiences, from the Tower of London to seeing *Wicked*. It warms my heart that you were pleased with your accommodations at the Royal Lancaster Hotel — it’s such a lovely place for a family stay! I’m also thrilled that you enjoyed the Royal London Tour and were able to get up... Read more

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was truly my pleasure to help you and your family create such an unforgettable adventure in England. I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed all the amazing sights and experiences, from the Tower of London to seeing *Wicked*. It warms my heart that you were pleased with your accommodations at the Royal Lancaster Hotel — it’s such a lovely place for a family stay!

I’m also thrilled that you enjoyed the Royal London Tour and were able to get up close to the Changing of the Guard — those special moments are always so memorable. Delianne, your guide, sends her best wishes and says it was such a pleasure to meet you!

Thank you again for your kind words; it was truly a joy to work with you!

Warmest regards,
Kate

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