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Mar Quiñones

Hi!

I'm Mar, a Mexican who loves to travel, explore the world, and see its incredible diversity.
I deeply fell in love with Norway, one of the most beautiful countries in the world, whether in summer or winter, this is a land with beautiful outdoors, charming fishing villages, incredible landscapes, vibrant cities, and great culture.


I'm here to share my passion for Norway with you and create unforgettable and unique travel experiences.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I plan and organize tailor-made trips throughout the whole country."

How did you get involved in travel?

"I studied tourism planning and after my first trip overseas to study abroad in Spain, I haven't stopped traveling and exploring the world, I consider myself lucky that I’m able to combine my passion for tourism with my work as a travel specialist.
For me, traveling is about creating memories and getting to know new cultures."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"My trip to Morocco back in 2010 was a life-changing experience, for the very first time I had the opportunity to stay and get involved with locals, and that's when I discovered that despite the breathtaking beauty of the landscapes, I was totally fascinated by the culture and the warmth and generosity of its people. "

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Favorite experiences

Explore Lofoten by Car

Explore the Lofoten Islands at your own pace with a road trip! One of the best ways to appreciate the stunning natural scenery of the islands is to follow the famous E10 road, which runs along the archipelago. You'll find numerous places to stop and admire the dramatic landscape along the...

Kayaking in the Sognefjord

The Sognefjord isn't nicknamed the "king of the fjords" for nothing. This is Norway's deepest and longest fjord, stretching 205 km (127 miles) from just north of Bergen, on the west coast, to Jotunheimen National Park. There are many arms to the Sognefjord, including the UNESCO World Heritage...

Reindeer Feeding & Northern Lights Experience near Tromsø

This cultural experience takes you on a quest to find the Northern Lights while feeding a herd of reindeer at a traditional lavvo hut. You'll have plenty of time to interact with the animals, feed them, pet them, and take photos. In addition, your guide will share the Sámi people's stories,...

Recent trip reviews for Mar

Beautiful Two Weeks in Norway
Norway | Jun 1 - Jun 15, 2026

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Mona H.
Newton, MA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2026
It was great to do city things in Oslo- jazz club, the opera and also see amazing scenery in the rest of Norway. Sailing through the fjords was a great way to relax while seeing unique landscape. It took a bit of digging to find things to do in Flam-- but the sauna on the fjord was great as was the nearby farm which served a delicious lunch. The mini bus tour to the outskirts of Flam was very worthwhile. Bergen is crowded with people off the cruise ships. Ausland is lovely - it doesn't... Read more

It was great to do city things in Oslo- jazz club, the opera and also see amazing scenery in the rest of Norway. Sailing through the fjords was a great way to relax while seeing unique landscape. It took a bit of digging to find things to do in Flam-- but the sauna on the fjord was great as was the nearby farm which served a delicious lunch. The mini bus tour to the outskirts of Flam was very worthwhile. Bergen is crowded with people off the cruise ships. Ausland is lovely - it doesn't take much time to see but is a worthwhile stop. The Gehringer fjord should not be missed. And we loved Trondheim- great historic sights and a lovely town. We were there in June and it was cool and rained everyday for a part of the day. Constant switching from sun to clouds and back again. Dress accordingly.

Hotel Reviews
Clarion Hotel Oslo
Oslo

Great location near Munch museum and Opera House. Really nice size room , Exceptional breakfast with omlette station.

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Thon hotel Nidaros
Trondheim

Great place to stay in this lovely city.

Quality Hotel Waterfront
Ålesund

Slightly out of the tourist area but a nice neighborhood. We had a huge window facing the water which really made the stay special.

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Front desk not particularly friendly or helpful.
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Havila Cruise
Fosnavåg

You can take this boat for more than a week but we just did one night as we are not cruise fans. The boat is lovely and there were many seating/view areas that were not crowded. The cabin was bigger than we expected. Food was fine but I wouldn't want to eat it for a week. The check in could be much improved. We were told to wait in line for half an hour to get our dinner seating assignment, only to find out there was no reserved seating for that night, which was our only night. We should have been told we did not need to go on the line. When we did go to dinner there was a wait but they don't put people on a list which is ridiculous.

Radisson Blu Royal Hotel
Bergen

Hotel is in a very busy part of town. If you want to be in tourist central then it is a good location. Hotel is modern but has historic facade so it blends in.

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Kviknes Hotel
Balestrand

We came to this town just to stay in the hotel. All rooms have balconies and we were on the 8th floor and the view was amazing - we saw the town with fjords on either side. Be aware the only place to eat dinner is in their expensive restaurant.

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Flåmsbrygga Hotel
Flåm

Hotel is fine. Not the best in town.

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Hotel Christiania Teater
Oslo

Loved this hotel. Beautiful inside and perfect location. Definitely recommend.

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Park across the street- historic street- nice shopping and sights.
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Activity Review
Culture & Nature Excursion by Electric Minibus
Culture & Nature Excursion by Electric Minibus
Flåm

Since Flam is basically a town made for cruise ship tourists it was great to see a more authentic part of the area. The guide was excellent. We definitely recommend this.

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Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Jul 15, 2026

Dear Mona,
Thank you so much for this detailed and wonderful review! I’m thrilled to hear that you had a great trip and enjoyed the beautiful sights!
We’d love to welcome you back and help plan your next trip whenever you’re ready – it was truly a pleasure working with you! :)
Wishing you all the best and safe travels always! Thanks again for choosing us!
Warmly,
Mar

A week in Norway
Norway | Dec 8 - Dec 13, 2025

Joan
Joan W.
Australia | Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
We decided to use Kimkim to organise our holiday for us. Having just completed our tour of Norway, we are delighted with the smooth planning of our trip. Our specialist Kimkim guide Mar had been in contact to check everything was going to plan which certainly gave us a lot of confidence. The local knowledge provided by Kimkim has been great, we really would not have been able to have done all this planning ourselves.
We especially loved the chosen accommodation which was always central to...
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We decided to use Kimkim to organise our holiday for us. Having just completed our tour of Norway, we are delighted with the smooth planning of our trip. Our specialist Kimkim guide Mar had been in contact to check everything was going to plan which certainly gave us a lot of confidence. The local knowledge provided by Kimkim has been great, we really would not have been able to have done all this planning ourselves.
We especially loved the chosen accommodation which was always central to where we needed to be. Suggestions for activities while exploring Oslo, Flam and Bergen has been outstanding.
We will always recommend Kimkim to our friends and will be using Kimkim again ourselves.
We love to get around and explore different countries on our own. But Kimkim took away the stress of finding the right accommodation, train schedules, which enabled us to concentrate on simply planning our sightseeing.

Hotel Reviews
Flåmsbrygga Hotel
Flåm

The accommodation at Flåmsbrygga Hotel was perfect. It was within easy walking distance to everything we wanted to see and do. The hotel contributed to the smoothness and enjoyment of our trip, and we couldn't be happier with the choice.

Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz
Bergen

Great location and top breakfast. Staff were very helpful. We had a very enjoyable stay.

Authenticity & Character
Modern hotel
Location
Short walk to the waterfront and the Bergen houses.
Staff
Staff assisted us to find a great restaurant for dinner close by.
Cleanliness & Comfort
We were very pleased with our room
Activity Reviews
Oslofjord Dinner Cruise
Oslofjord Dinner Cruise
Oslo

Unfortunately, we missed the Oslofjord Dinner Cruise due to a flight delay. However, the customer service was outstanding. A representative contacted us immediately and arranged a refund, which we really appreciated. Although we couldn't experience the cruise itself, the professionalism and support we received were top-notch.

Round Trip Fjord Cruise & Bus Transfer via Gudvangen
Round Trip Fjord Cruise & Bus Transfer via Gudvangen
Norway

This was our top pick of our activities while exploring Norway. The scenery was stunning. It was great to be able to step inside to warm up, then to go up to the top deck for those once in a lifetime photograph's. The return bus was waiting and we found the activity ran smoothly. We were pleased everything ran to time, as we had a train to catch later in the day.

Quality of Experience
The gorgeous scenery was simply breathtaking
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Staff were always helpful and answered any questions
Transport
Kimkim had expert experience in providing information regarding our transport needs
Local specialist: Mar Quiñones

Norway: An amazing adventure
Norway | Oct 16 - Oct 29, 2025

Ashley
Ashley K.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Mar planned our perfect getaway to Norway. Two weeks with train travel, cruises, and planes to see Oslo, Røros, Trondheim,Tromso, Longyearbyen, and kirkenes. She hit all our highlights as requested with a price range that was within our budget. We had a couple minor hiccups (not related to kimkim planning) and their emergency number was personally manned with resolutions within 15 min. Will definitely use again. They made it so easy! Read more

Mar planned our perfect getaway to Norway. Two weeks with train travel, cruises, and planes to see Oslo, Røros, Trondheim,Tromso, Longyearbyen, and kirkenes. She hit all our highlights as requested with a price range that was within our budget. We had a couple minor hiccups (not related to kimkim planning) and their emergency number was personally manned with resolutions within 15 min. Will definitely use again. They made it so easy!

Hotel Reviews
Radisson RED Hotel, Oslo Airport
Ullensaker

Great rooms so close to the airport. Made our one night layover perfect before starting home. The restaurant seemed very understaffed at dinner leading to some ppl getting upset. We luckily didn’t have anywhere else to be so no issue for us. Breakfast was great.

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Snowhotel Kirkenes

Loved staying at the snow hotel for the experience! Once in a lifetime! Wish there had been a little more explanation at check in about what to expect but they did have a tour and explanation for everyone later in the day. They do have a lounge that was very private if you can’t get sleep in the snow hotel you can go there to get warm or more comfortable

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Havila Capella

Great state rooms. Great food. The staff were very accommodating. The views were amazing!

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Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen
Longyearbyen

Great place to stay. Centrally located. Great food.

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Thon Hotel Polar
Tromsø

Great hotel. Close to most things. Staff were very helpful

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Scandic Solsiden
7042

Great location. Close to lots of food options and right on the river.

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Bergstadens Hotel
Røros

Such great character! The people were friendly and everything was clean. Short walk to everywhere

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Hotell Bondeheimen
Oslo

Easy walk to most of the major sights. Staff was nice and food was awesome!

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Gamme Northern Lights Cabins
Bjørnevatn

So cozy with great views!

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Everyone was so nice and helpful
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Activity Reviews
 King Crab Safari
King Crab Safari
Kirkenes

Great time. The traps are pre-baited and you ride out and watch them pull the traps up. So many crabs!! And eating them was obviously amazing

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Early Husky Sledding (Oct-Nov)
Early Husky Sledding (Oct-Nov)
Kirkenes

The dogsledders are so nice and helpful. The dogs were friendly and loved to get attention. Amazing experience!

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Wildlife and Glacier Cruise
Wildlife and Glacier Cruise
Longyearbyen

Great tour with amazing guides! The views of the glacier were amazing.

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Guided afternoon tour around Longyearbyen and surroundings
Guided afternoon tour around Longyearbyen and surroundings
Norway

Maxim was an amazing guide who has lived in Longyearbyen for many years. Very knowledgeable

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Reindeer Feeding & Northern Lights Experience
Reindeer Feeding & Northern Lights Experience
Tromsø

The Sami were so friendly and have such amazing history.

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Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise by Traditional Boat
Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise by Traditional Boat
Oslo

Great views of the city by boat. We really enjoyed hearing about the history and seeing the sights

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Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Nov 07, 2025

Dear Ashley,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review - and for sharing your photos with us! :))
I’m thrilled to hear that your two-week Norway adventure was everything you hoped for and that everything went smoothly along the way.
It was such a pleasure helping plan this journey for you, and I’d be delighted to assist whenever you’re ready for your next adventure.
Warmest regards,
Mar

Norway Coast Adventure
Norway | Oct 5 - Oct 14, 2025

Ashley
Ashley D.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025
Our local specialist, Mar put together an amazing trip for my husband and I to Norway for our anniversary. Everything was so easy and everyone was so helpful- from the beginning of the planning stages to the trip itself! I even needed to contact the urgent contact while I was on my trip and Ricardo was very responsive and helpful! The hotels were great, the excursions and activities were perfect for us, and it was so nice to have all of our transfers taken care of with detailed instructions... Read more

Our local specialist, Mar put together an amazing trip for my husband and I to Norway for our anniversary. Everything was so easy and everyone was so helpful- from the beginning of the planning stages to the trip itself! I even needed to contact the urgent contact while I was on my trip and Ricardo was very responsive and helpful! The hotels were great, the excursions and activities were perfect for us, and it was so nice to have all of our transfers taken care of with detailed instructions on where meet up and catch busses/trains! We spent time in Bergen, Balestrand, Flam and Tromso and did a variety of things including hikes, ferry rides, private floating sauna on the fjord, Sami and reindeer experience, funicular, northern lights excursions (we were lucky to see the norther lights 3 out of 3 nights in Tromso), etc. It was magical. I would definitely recommend KimKim's Mar and their team to plan a trip to Norway!

Activity Reviews
Reindeer Feeding & Northern Lights Experience
Reindeer Feeding & Northern Lights Experience
Tromsø

I loved hearing about the history and current day culture of the Sami people and their relationship with the reindeer. The camp was beautiful.

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The reindeer stew was great!
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Northern Lights Husky Experience with Dinner
Northern Lights Husky Experience with Dinner
Tromsø
Quality of Experience
Food
I loved the fish soup!!!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide, Max was great!
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Private Floating Sauna Experience - Aurland
Private Floating Sauna Experience - Aurland
Aurland

I loved that we had a private sauna and we were able to get into the Fjord privately from the inside via a transparent door on the floor, or we were able to jump off the roof into the Fjord!

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Waterfall Hike & Stegastein Viewpoint Experience
Waterfall Hike & Stegastein Viewpoint Experience
Norway
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Our guide, Lauma was amazing!
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Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Nov 07, 2025

Dear Ashley,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review -and happy anniversary again! I’m thrilled to hear that your Norway trip was a fantastic experience and that everything went smoothly from start to finish. I’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Riccardo as well! :))
It was such a pleasure helping plan this special trip for you both, and I’d love to assist again whenever you’re ready for your next adventure.
Warm regards,
Mar

We had a great time and the route was well pl...
Norway | Sep 16 - Oct 1, 2025

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Trish J.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 02, 2025
We had a great time and the route was well planned out. If I were to do it again I would fly in and out of Bergen. I felt that for us Oslo didn’t add much to the trip and it was a long drive up to our next destination. The last day was way overbooked, thankfully the golden train was not running, otherwise we would not have started our trip back to Oslo till the afternoon. It took us 8 hrs to drive to Oslo and we had to forfeit stopping in Lillehammer as we ran out of time due to a road... Read more

We had a great time and the route was well planned out. If I were to do it again I would fly in and out of Bergen. I felt that for us Oslo didn’t add much to the trip and it was a long drive up to our next destination. The last day was way overbooked, thankfully the golden train was not running, otherwise we would not have started our trip back to Oslo till the afternoon. It took us 8 hrs to drive to Oslo and we had to forfeit stopping in Lillehammer as we ran out of time due to a road closure and diversions that increased our driving time. All hotels and excursions were booked without issue, better communication regarding golden train cancellation could have been handled better.

Hotel Reviews
Bergen Harbour Hotel
Bergen
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Porthole type windows that you could see out of, made it dark. No real lounge area.
Clarion Hotel Oslo
Oslo
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Hotel Aurlandsfjord
Aurland

Parking is very limited for size of hotel. Front desk staff could have been more helpful.

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Lovely front porch to sit out at.
Location
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Dining staff were great, front desk staff could be more helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Booths were comfortable, but the chairs at tables were very small and uncomfortable. Beds could be firmer
Olden fjordhotel
Olden

Decent dinner buffet, breakfast was ok, however we had a substantial surcharge for gluten free bread.

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More comfortable beds
Grand Hotel
ÅNDALSNES
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Walking distance to shops, golden train and gondola
Staff
Front desk could be more pleasant
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Beds could be more comfortable
Hotel Union
Geiranger

Spa feature is special here. Beautiful location and outdoor hot tub overlooking mountains and fjord.

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Walaker Hotel
Solvorn

Beautiful hotel, pride of ownership clearly evident. Service impeccable, lovely one night stay as town is small.

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Eidfjord Hotel
Eidfjord

A little rustic, could be cleaner.

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Activity Reviews
Romsdalsgondolen - Romsdalen Cable Car (round-trip)
Romsdalsgondolen - Romsdalen Cable Car (round-trip)
Åndalsnes

The views are spectacular. Worth the trip

Geiranger Skywalk Visit
Geiranger Skywalk Visit
Geiranger

Great views if you’re close by otherwise just a nice views along the road

Geraingerfjord Safari by RIB
Geraingerfjord Safari by RIB
Geiranger

I wouldn’t recommend it particularly if you’ve already been on the ferry as you will not see anything new. Very basic, nothing special.

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Hotel Union Spa Evening
Hotel Union Spa Evening
Geiranger

The day we booked our spa there was a huge convention going on and it was crazy busy. Hotel gave us a free pass for the following day which was much quieter. Nice way to decompress after long driving or hiking days.

Summer Kayaking Excursion
Summer Kayaking Excursion
Norway

Go for the joy of kayaking more than the scenery as we really didn’t go anywhere you couldn’t see from land

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Flåm Railway Round-Trip Experience
Flåm Railway Round-Trip Experience
Norway

Definitely a must for tourists. Beautiful scenery.

Njardarheimr Viking Village Visit
Njardarheimr Viking Village Visit
Gudvangen

Pretty basic tour, certainly couldn’t spend more than an hr there.

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Past & Present City Walk
Past & Present City Walk
Bergen

Did not get to go into churches or buildings, just stood outside them

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City Excursion by Bike
City Excursion by Bike
Oslo

Booked e-bikes but only got regular bikes. Tour was pretty basic.

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Guide was very personable.
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Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Nov 07, 2025

Dear Trish,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! I’m really happy to hear that you had a great time overall and that the route and arrangements worked well for you. I truly appreciate your detailed feedback - it’s very helpful for us to keep improving and make future trips even smoother :)
It was a pleasure helping plan your Norway adventure, and I’d be delighted to assist whenever you’re ready for your next journey!
Warm regards,
Mar

What an amazing trip. Mar helped me plan the ...
Norway | Sep 4 - Sep 18, 2025

anne
anne b.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025
What an amazing trip. Mar helped me plan the perfect vacation. Our excursion guides especially Eirik from the Bergen Past & Present Tour, and Geir, the Northern Lights photographer went above and beyond to insure our time with them was a memorable one. I loved the fact that both Fenne and Mar checked on us throughout the entire trip to make sure we were OK or if we had any questions or concerns. I truly appreciated this. Read more

What an amazing trip. Mar helped me plan the perfect vacation. Our excursion guides especially Eirik from the Bergen Past & Present Tour, and Geir, the Northern Lights photographer went above and beyond to insure our time with them was a memorable one. I loved the fact that both Fenne and Mar checked on us throughout the entire trip to make sure we were OK or if we had any questions or concerns. I truly appreciated this.

Hotel Reviews
Henningsvær Rorbuer
Henningsvær

We stayed here for about 8 days. They allowed us to get into our rorbu as soon as it was ready even if was before check in. I really appreciated this after so much travel. The help at the office was exceptional!!! We absolutely loved Alexandra and Alejandro who we were consulting for everything. They truly love their jobs. We couldn't thank them enough. They helped make our time in Norway so special!!!

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Live Henningsvær
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Our Rorbu was perfect!
Clarion Hotel Admiral
Bergen

Our room was clean and the view across the harbor was beautiful. The staff were super nice and helpful. The breakfast was awesome!

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Location
Centrally located. In walking distance to everywhere we wanted to go.
Staff
Super helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and very comfortable
Activity Reviews
Lofoten Islands Fishing Excursion
Lofoten Islands Fishing Excursion
Svolvær

This based solely on my husband's view as he is a fisherman. I was sea sick. Lol. Too short of a trip for him.

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Northern Lights Hunt for Photographers
Northern Lights Hunt for Photographers
Svolvær

Our guide, photographer Geir Notnes, took every measure to make sure our group saw the Northern Lights. He helped us with our cameras and/phone cameras to take the best pics as possible. We stopped in three or four different locations to see this amazing phenomenon in different landscapes. He also gave us a lesson on why is happens and how to recognize them.

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Folgefonna Glacier Hike with Hardanger Fjord Cruise
Folgefonna Glacier Hike with Hardanger Fjord Cruise
Bergen

It was a long day but so worth it! It was just the right fitness level for everyone in our group. It was an experience I'll never forget. Our guide was fit, knowledgeable, and took our safety as top priority. We felt a little rushed on the Glacier but still managed to get some great pics.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Safety was her first priority!
Transport
Norwegian bus service was safe, comfortable and scenic!
Past & Present City Walk
Past & Present City Walk
Bergen

It was a great way to start the trip. We wanted to familiarize ourselves with Bergen and some of its history before walking around ourselves. Eirik who was our guide was fun and so knowledgeable on everything about Bergen. We loved him!

Quality of Experience
Very interesting
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Eirik was super smart!
Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Nov 07, 2025

Dear Anne :)),
Thank you so much for your wonderful review -and for sharing your memories with us! I’m so happy to hear that you had an amazing trip and that your guides helped make it truly memorable.
It was such a pleasure helping plan your Norway adventure, and I’d love to assist with any future travels whenever the time comes!
Warmest regards,
Mar

Memorable 6 days in Norway with the Kim Kim team
Norway | Sep 1 - Sep 7, 2025

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Cheryl V.
Australia | Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025
We had a memorable 6 days in Norway - it could not have been better . Mar was great from the start planning our trip to our preferred activities . Fenne helped with all our bookings and when we needed some help we had immediate support which was fantastic ( we didn’t get their names). It took any worries away. We particularly appreciated the location of each hotel - every one was so convenient for transport and the reception staff were very helpful and with a great attitude. Read more

We had a memorable 6 days in Norway - it could not have been better . Mar was great from the start planning our trip to our preferred activities . Fenne helped with all our bookings and when we needed some help we had immediate support which was fantastic ( we didn’t get their names). It took any worries away. We particularly appreciated the location of each hotel - every one was so convenient for transport and the reception staff were very helpful and with a great attitude.

Hotel Reviews
Home Hotel Bryggen
Bergen

The location was great - a short walk from the ferry terminal and close to buses. It is close to many of the places a tourist would want to visit. The reception staff were very helpful and the breakfasts, vika and dinners were well provided. There was a lovely area where you could relax with a coffee or tea .

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Kviknes Hotel
Balestrand

The hotel is a short walk from the quay . It has a superb location and the front part is beautifully decorated . The breakfast was exceptional .

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Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri
Aurland

Great location near to the bus station and the quay . Our accommodation was modern and fresh and overlooked the fjord - quite magical !

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Hotell Bondeheimen
Oslo

The reception staff were extremely helpful and the location was great - a tram stop was very close by . Definitely recommend!

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Activity Reviews
Food & Culture Walk
Food & Culture Walk
Bergen

Ole did a great job taking us to different places and introducing us to Norwegian food as well as explaining some of the background and history of the places we walked through. Very entertaining and informative . Well paced.

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Ole did a great job . It didn’t feel like this was his job but felt fresh even though he must have done this countless times before
Nærøyfjord Cruise by Electric Boat (one way)
Nærøyfjord Cruise by Electric Boat (one way)
Norway

The scenery was breathtaking even in the rain .

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Tour booked by travelers
Oslo

We booked a Viking Bike tour of Oslo city which was a highlight of our Oslo visit . The guide was exceptionally knowledgeable about Norway , Oslo , past and present.

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The guide was exceptionally knowledgeable and paced the trip very well.
Transport
I hired an e-bike which made it very comfortable
Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Nov 07, 2025

Dear Cheryl,
Thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m delighted to hear that your days in Norway were so memorable and that everything went smoothly from start to finish :))
It was a real pleasure planning your trip with Fenne and the team, and I’m so glad our on-the-ground support could make things even easier for you.
Wishing you all the best and many more wonderful adventures ahead!
Warm regards,
Mar

We had excellent service with Mar and she und...
Norway | Aug 3 - Aug 15, 2025

Isabelle
Isabelle S.
Canada | Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025
We had excellent service with Mar and she understood very well our interests in respect with personal fastes and overall budget. Our travel went smootly and everything was vert well planned Read more

We had excellent service with Mar and she understood very well our interests in respect with personal fastes and overall budget. Our travel went smootly and everything was vert well planned

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Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Nov 07, 2025

Dear Isabelle,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m so happy to hear that everything went smoothly and that the trip matched your interests and expectations. It was such a pleasure helping plan your Norway adventure!
Wishing you all the best and many more wonderful travels ahead :)
Warm regards,
Mar

Our week in Norway was nothing short of magic...
Norway | Jul 27 - Aug 4, 2025

Kaitlin
Kaitlin F.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Aug 08, 2025

Our week in Norway was nothing short of magical! Working with Mar, Fenne and the KimKim team made our planning and reservations stress free. We loved the itinerary they suggested for us and they worked so well to tweak it to our specific family needs and to fit in the places we wanted to see. Every stop on our trip was a highlight. Bergen with its historic sites and fantastic food, Balestrand was it quiet peaceful atmosphere, Flåm with its breathtaking views and incredible outdoor activities and then Oslo with its city vibe and atmosphere. We had a wonderful time!

Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Nov 07, 2025

Dear Kaitlin,
I’m catching up after some time away and just wanted to thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that your week in Norway was such a wonderful experience :))
It was a real pleasure helping plan this family adventure together with Fenne and the team, and I’d be delighted to assist whenever you’re ready for your next journey!
Wishing you all the best and many more amazing travels ahead!
Warm regards,
Mar

We had a wonderful time on our trip to Norway...
Norway | Jul 22 - Aug 4, 2025

M
Marci D.
Ossining, NY | Reviewed on Aug 07, 2025
We had a wonderful time on our trip to Norway. The hotels were excellent (although in some cases a bit noisy) and the various transfers all worked out well. We particularly enjoyed the walking tour guide in Oslo (Marja), the train to Flam, the activities from Aurland, the fjord excursion from Alesund, and the Grieg concert in Bergen. However, there were a few things that, in retrospect, could have been changed: 1. We were under the impression that the Oslo dinner cruise would include... Read more

We had a wonderful time on our trip to Norway. The hotels were excellent (although in some cases a bit noisy) and the various transfers all worked out well. We particularly enjoyed the walking tour guide in Oslo (Marja), the train to Flam, the activities from Aurland, the fjord excursion from Alesund, and the Grieg concert in Bergen. However, there were a few things that, in retrospect, could have been changed:

1. We were under the impression that the Oslo dinner cruise would include views of the fjords, but it did not go very far away from the port, so we would not have taken that cruise.

2. The food and culture tour in Bergen did not offer enough of either category, so we would not have taken that tour.

3. Although we did enjoy the cable car ride, we wound up spending too much down time in Andalsnes, waiting for the bus to Dombas.

4. Had we known that almost all retail establishments and museums in Trondheim are closed on Sunday, we would have tried to alter our itinerary so that we would have spent an extra day in that city.

Local specialist: Mar Quiñones
Mar
Mar Quiñones
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Nov 07, 2025

Dear Lou,
I’m catching up after some time away and just wanted to thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful review! I’m really happy to hear that you had a wonderful time in Norway and that so many parts of your trip were highlights.
I also truly appreciate your detailed feedback about the tours and timing in certain locations. Insights like these are super valuable and help us continue improving the experience for future travelers.
It was a pleasure helping plan your Norway adventure, and I’d be delighted to assist with any future travels whenever the time comes!
Warm regards,
Mar