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Pedro Luis

Hello everyone :)
Every single time I have the opportunity to travel, my goal is to fully experience the destination. I truly believe that the essence, the context & the materialization are the key factors to fully unveil an incredible and memorable travel experience.
- As a local and travel expert, I know the essence of each location.
- By experiencing/knowing the essence of each place/destination, I know the context in which they flow.
- Due to the relationship I have built with local suppliers over the years I know exactly how to materialize the essence in the right context.
This is me - I care, so you can travel carefree!

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Places: Portugal Mainland; Portuguese Islands (Açores & Madeira); Mainland Spain; Spanish Islands.
Activities: Walking Tours; Winery Visits & Tastings; Boat Trips; Hikes; Hot Air Ballooning; Thematic Dinners/Meals; Self-Drive Trips; Private Driver Trips; Exclusive Activities; among others"

How did you get involved in travel?

"I was born and raised in Sintra and since I was then I won the taste for traveling and exploring the world. By the time I reached 18, I decided that I wanted to assist others with their trips and enrolled in Tourism Degree to acquire not only skills, but also the knowledge needed to achieve my goals within this work field. Since then, I never stopped doing what I love and now, more than ever, I am really happy for sharing my experience with travelers through my own company."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"Memorable experiences are the ones that change the way you see the world! They´re funny, they´re frightening and they´re fascinating.
Something that is still remarkable in my life, dates back to a few years ago when I applied to volunteer program to help other people. I realized that you don´t need that much to help people around you. Having that in mind, I try the best I can to share this idea with people around me.
Tourism is a business from people to people and it will only make sense if you care about the others."

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Recent trip reviews for Pedro

Many thanks to Pedro and team for 7 transformative days in Portugal!
Portugal | Nov 3 - Nov 10, 2024

Janet
Janet M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Nov 11, 2024
We had a truly spectacular 7-day trip to Portugal early November 2024 -- our first not only to Portugal but to Europe. We credit the success of our trip to Pedro, who was the local specialist who consulted with us to truly understand what would work best to meet our needs. In our case, it was a balance of experiencing Portugal, its people, its history, its cities and more leisurely sights at a comfortable, low key pace that wasn't too overwhelming for us. We arrived in Lisbon early on a... Read more

We had a truly spectacular 7-day trip to Portugal early November 2024 -- our first not only to Portugal but to Europe. We credit the success of our trip to Pedro, who was the local specialist who consulted with us to truly understand what would work best to meet our needs. In our case, it was a balance of experiencing Portugal, its people, its history, its cities and more leisurely sights at a comfortable, low key pace that wasn't too overwhelming for us.

We arrived in Lisbon early on a Sunday morning, were greeted by a wonderful driver (Rui) who recommended some of the key places in the city and near our hotel (including several of his favorites). Our first stop was the Heritage Avenida Liberace hotel in Lisbon, which was a perfect and lovey location up the hill from downtown, a perfect place for exploring the city. The hotel was beautiful, filled with beautiful design inspiration. We were most grateful for the lovely and thoughtful welcome basket of wine, snacks and aromatic soaps Pedro had left for us. We strolled the city on Sunday, and were ready to do more on Monday when we were greeted by Rita for an amazing tasting tour throughout the city.

Rita introduced us to many favorite foods of Lisbon, and shared so many stories about the city and its history! Her thoughtful and delicious tour ended at the Time Out Market, where they were actually filming an episode of a Chef's show. Later that evening, we immersed ourselves in Portuguese culture by experiencing a Fado Dinner at Mesa de Frades, a delicious and moving experience we won't soon forget.

The next day, we were greeted by Helio, who was the main driver for the next several days of our visit. He was incredibly warm, flexible, knowledgeable and helpful! Funny, too. We visited the fairytale vila of Sintra and toured the Pena Palace and Gardens. Later in the day, we drove down through coast and returned to the Heritage hotel via Cascais. We had a most delicious lunch (Hello proactively made reservations for multiple meals on our behalf) of seabass and other local delicacies.

On our second day traveling with Hello, we traveled to Porto (via Obidas and the awe-inspiring Nazare, where Hello also proactively reserved a lunch of seaside delicacies (the tuna was amazing!) for us. We checked into the NH Collection of hotels in Porto, another centrally located hotel inviting many adventures on foot.

We were greeted by Bernardo for an historical walking tour the Porto . Talk about an incredibly passionate and knowledgeable tour guide! We would highly recommend Bernardo.

The next day Evol greeted us at the hotel for a day trip to the Douro valley, including a boat tour in Deltatur and a memorable and delicious lunch at the Quinta da Pacheco. Both are must-sees! Evol was a wonderful driver who shared many stories and tips about the Douro Valley and the sites we were seeing, and made a special stop so for photo opps, doubling as our photographer (thank you, Evol!).

We re-engaged with Helio on our final full day in Portugal, when he met us in Porto and drove us from the city all the way down to Cascais, via stops in Coimbra. We said a grateful farewell as we hiked into the Cascais Miragem hotel -- the views were spectacular and left us wanting to return to Portugal for more on a future visit!

Finally, Andre greeted us the morning of our last day and made sure we were all set for check in at the hotel in Lisbon. Another comfortable and pleasant drive and conversation about Portugal.

On last note of gratitude, Pedro used WhatsApp to manage our expectations with the perfect amount of detail a day ahead. He was always at the ready to respond to questions and requests, no matter how small or seemingly trivial.

Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Nov 12, 2024
Dear Janet, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful feedback on your trip to Portugal!
I am super excited to hear your first experience in both Portugal and Europe was such a memorable one.
I am especially happy to know that you enjoyed the thoughtful details, from the welcome basket to the personalized experiences throughout your trip. Also, it is wonderful to hear that Rui, Rita, Helio, Bernardo, and Ivo all contributed to making your time in Lisbon, Sintra,... Read more

Dear Janet,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful feedback on your trip to Portugal!
I am super excited to hear your first experience in both Portugal and Europe was such a memorable one.

I am especially happy to know that you enjoyed the thoughtful details, from the welcome basket to the personalized experiences throughout your trip. Also, it is wonderful to hear that Rui, Rita, Helio, Bernardo, and Ivo all contributed to making your time in Lisbon, Sintra, Porto, and the Douro Valley so enjoyable. It is clear that you were able to immerse yourselves in the beauty, culture, and cuisine of Portugal, and I am so happy to have played a part in that.

Thank you again for choosing to travel with us and for sharing your thoughtful feedback - it truly means a lot.

Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

We had an amazing trip. Pedro our specialist ...
Portugal | Oct 9 - Oct 19, 2024

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Brian L.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 20, 2024
We had an amazing trip. Pedro our specialist listened to us when we initially spoke about our interests and what we enjoy doing when we travel. He tailor made a trip that incorporated the things that make a trip special for us. Throughout our trip he would check in on us to assure we we satisfied with all aspects of our travels and reminded us of our upcoming events. Very attentive to detail. Our trip started in Porto with Ivo our driver who was so much more then a driver as he shared so much... Read more

We had an amazing trip. Pedro our specialist listened to us when we initially spoke about our interests and what we enjoy doing when we travel. He tailor made a trip that incorporated the things that make a trip special for us. Throughout our trip he would check in on us to assure we we satisfied with all aspects of our travels and reminded us of our upcoming events. Very attentive to detail. Our trip started in Porto with Ivo our driver who was so much more then a driver as he shared so much about the areas we visited. Our time together generated a friendship which became part of our Portugal experience. Our guide in Porto, Sarah and in Lisbon, Margarette were awesome. They shared so much information about not only the sights but also the culture and history, we both enjoyed their insight and willingness to share. It helped us get a better understanding of Portugal.
When traveling from Algarve to Lisbon and Sintra Helios was much more then a driver but an excellent guide sharing his insights and pointing out sights and their significance.
The hotels that were booked for us were also well located and exceptional. The staff very attentive. All these aspects led to a great experience, a desire to return to Portugal and no reluctance to using Kim Kim again to book our next adventure.
Thank you

Hotel Review
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Lisboa

Awesome location, beautiful building and great staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Private Transfer from Porto to Algarve
Private Transfer from Porto to Algarve
Portugal
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ivo was just great, more then a driver
Transport
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Oct 21, 2024

Dear Brian,
Wow! Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback.
I am so glad to hear we were able to create such a personalized experience for you. It is amazing to hear that you not only enjoyed the sights but also formed meaningful connections with your guides and drivers. Their insights and passion for the culture have totally enriched your journey :)
Thank you for sharing your experience!
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

We had a wonderful vacation in Portugal. Pedr...
Portugal | Oct 5 - Oct 15, 2024

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Kal M.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Oct 19, 2024
We had a wonderful vacation in Portugal. Pedro and his team made our vacation truly memorable. They planned a great itinerary for us based on what we wanted to do and would update us every day. The hotels that were booked for us were all outstanding as were the local guides and drivers. Thanks Pedro! Read more

We had a wonderful vacation in Portugal. Pedro and his team made our vacation truly memorable. They planned a great itinerary for us based on what we wanted to do and would update us every day. The hotels that were booked for us were all outstanding as were the local guides and drivers. Thanks Pedro!

Hotel Reviews
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Lisboa

Great location and beautiful hotel. Wonderful breakfast and very helpful staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Porto Royal Bridges Hotel
Porto

Centrally located and beautiful hotel. Room was small but well appointed and comfortable. Friendly and helpful staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
MouraSuites Hotel
Largo da Porta de Moura, 7000-647 Évora, Portugal

Great location and gorgeous hotel. Beautifully restored. Excellent restaurant in the hotel which was especially appreciated when it was raining heavily the night that we arrived.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Oct 21, 2024

Dear Kal,
Thank you so much for your review. I am so glad to hear you had such a wonderful time in Portugal. It is great that we were able to tailor the experience to your preferences and that you appreciated our daily check-ins.
You support is super appreacited :)
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

The trip was great from beginning to end. Ped...
Portugal | Sep 20 - Sep 29, 2024

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Kathryn B.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 30, 2024
The trip was great from beginning to end. Pedro was excellent!!! Stayed in touch with us daily with information and updates. Had the best time. Portugal was amazing Read more

The trip was great from beginning to end. Pedro was excellent!!! Stayed in touch with us daily with information and updates. Had the best time. Portugal was amazing

Hotel Reviews
PortoBay Marquês
Lisbon

The staff was so friendly and helpful. Location was perfect

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Condes de Azevedo Palace
Porto

This was a 2 bed, 2.5 bath apartment in a great location. Beautiful old palace updated with all modern amenities. Would definitely stay again on my return to Porto ❤️

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
So friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Apartment was spotless
NEXT - by Savoy Signature
Funchal

Great location and amenities. Very modern with young hip vibe

Authenticity & Character
Modern
Location
On the water and could walk to restaurants and shops
Staff
Friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable
Activity Reviews
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon

Had a great time with Ana. Very knowledgeable and sweet.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ana is fantastic
Transport
Walking
Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner
Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner
Lisbon

Food was great. Music beautiful ❤️

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Portugal

Beautiful Sintra. Great dsy

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Viviana was awesome. Knowledgeable, helpful and friendly
Transport
Comfortable car
Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service
Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service
Portugal

Wonderful day in the beautiful Douro valley. Ivo was a great driver and tour guide. Had so much fun

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Scenic Voyage along the Douro River aboard an Exclusive Boat
Scenic Voyage along the Douro River aboard an Exclusive Boat
Portugal

Stunning!!!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nonu was a great captain
Transport
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto

Had a wonderful walking tour in Porto. A stunning city. Even in the rain

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Sara was wonderful. Knew everything thing about the history of Porto and the architecture. Really rnjoyed
Transport
Walking in the rain
Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch
Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch
Portugal

Beautiful vineyard. The tour so interesting

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Victor was so much fun and very knowledgeable
Transport
Unveil the Western landscapes of Madeira Island on a Small Group Tour
Unveil the Western landscapes of Madeira Island on a Small Group Tour
Madeira

What an adventure. We had a great time. Small fishing village, off roading in beautiful forests that smelt like eucalyptus, swimming in volcanic pool, visiting a black sand beach and waterfalls. And that wasn’t everything ❤️

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Pedro was fantastic, friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and a great driver
Transport
4 wheel drive jeep
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Oct 01, 2024

Dear Kathryn,
Thank you so much for your kind words :) - It was truly a pleasure to help make your trip to Portugal special.
I am so happy to hear you had such a great time and enjoyed everything from beginning to end. If you ever plan to visit again or need anything in the future, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Safe travels and hope to see you back in Portugal soon!
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Pedro was exceptionally patient and flexible ...
Portugal | Sep 13 - Sep 21, 2024

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Margaret M.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 24, 2024

Pedro was exceptionally patient and flexible with our every-changing plans and dates. He kept us informed all the time and was easily accessible and always pleasant and upbeat. I'm grateful to have followed his recommendation to download Whats App so I always knew what where we were supposed to be and what we were to do. We are very pleased with our Kimkim experience. Thanks for everything!

Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Sep 26, 2024

Dear Margaret,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I am delighted to hear you had such a positive experience.
We are super glad you enjoyed your journey with Kimkim, and we truly appreciate the opportunity to be a part of your adventure.
Thanks again for the lovely review and for choosing us :)
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Dynamite trip 🔥
Portugal | Aug 20 - Aug 30, 2024

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Marne N.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 05, 2024
Couple things to note:
- I do not write reviews unless something blows my mind - good or bad
- I was with my family, our teenagers close in age but very different in preferences. (Had our work cut out for us)
Let’s break this down into parts:
- KimKim process / portal (intro to AP)
- Across Portugal Experience
- Our Portugal itinerary
- Experiences & People
- Lodging
1. KimKim: I stumbled upon KimKim having given up on our standard (and unresponsive) travel agency. It was the... Read more

Couple things to note:
- I do not write reviews unless something blows my mind - good or bad
- I was with my family, our teenagers close in age but very different in preferences. (Had our work cut out for us)

Let’s break this down into parts:
- KimKim process / portal (intro to AP)
- Across Portugal Experience
- Our Portugal itinerary
- Experiences & People
- Lodging

1. KimKim: I stumbled upon KimKim having given up on our standard (and unresponsive) travel agency. It was the perfect way to explore experiences without feeling alone or winging it on details that matter when you are jetlagged and out of your comfort zone. And now I am absolutely spoiled having met Pedro. He sets the bar so high that I am totally willing to try KimKim again but wary that anyone can match his care. That said - KimKim provided a super user-friendly interface, reliable communication and time lines. The payment and plan finalization was a breeze. Great platform, totally recommend.

2. Across Portugal: I cannot express how delightful our experience was. Pedro was so communicative and thoughtful in every interaction. And not just during or after the trip. The whole time. Any time I had a question, he answered within hours. What I appreciate most is that I came with ideas and Pedro listened and asked “why” to a couple of my accommodation and tour requests.
He gently redirected me and I am so glad he did. The first was hotel location in Lisbon. I had one neighborhood in mind and he suggested where we ended up staying. (I’ll explain more below). Another was, “mehhh, I don’t know if we need the cultural walking tour day after Sintra” and I am so glad he said “yeah…you do”. First of all, we had the same delightful guide Mariana as with Sintra (and Carlos, who I will get to as well!). We saw parts of the city which would have felt too far or not known how to navigate. Net/net - every single recommendation was SPOT ON. We were greeted by a thoughtful care package of treats. We ended each day with a reminder of our itinerary and time lines. The perfect combination of attention and space. Lovely lovely lovely. I wish he could do every country on our list!

3. Our Portugal itinerary: Probably not that uncommon but we have a history buff and a beach bum - so we chose to stay in Lisbon for 4 days and Algarve (Albufeira) for 5 days leaving 1 day close to the airport back in Lisbon. Day 1 we attempted all Anthony Bourdain spots on our own. Day 2 we went to Sintra and Caiscais. Day 3 was a private walking tour and wine tasting. Day 4 was on our own. Perfect balance of activity and time to explore or just stare. I love that city! From there we went to a private resort outside Albuferia - we could have walked to town but didn’t. We rented a car and it was easy (another recommendation from Pedro and glad we did) back to Lisbon for low stress.

4. People and Experiences: We started by meeting Carlos. What a guy. He was so kind and fun. A gentleman, historian. He cares so deeply. Carlos was chief transportation officer and so much more. He was ALWAYS early, everything handled with care, personal touches regarding recommended restaurants and experiences. He was so fun to be around we asked him to join us for a cliff jump in Algarve (he smartly declined - it was steep). Needless to say we spent nearly 16 hours across the span of our trip and we didn’t stop talking. We learned a ton, shared a ton. That said, I bet if you said - “I need to sleep” he would have lullaby music. Just a gem. We enjoyed his company so much I now call him our friend.
Then Mariana! “PORTUGAL!!!” Was her enthusiastic picture quote and she actually got our 15 yo daughter to smile. Repeatedly which is no small feat. Mariana was so kind and a great conversationalist as well. Not only with us but with everyone around her. She took our pictures and then if others asked, she just did. And when people were bustling by, she just let them pass. She had such a calm yet radiantly positive vibe that made hikes, crowds, decisions feel effortless. She and Carlos pivoted when we needed to at the end of our day tour with such ease. We also LOVED the walking tour the following day. You could really spend a week exploring Lisbon but when you cannot - find Mariana. She’ll show you what you need to see so you can make tough decisions on where to spend your time later. She didn’t blink at taking pics and took care to find the right angles and spaces. So grateful. The Lisbon Winery was a great place to end the day trip as it was calm, cool, great wine and very relaxing vibe. My only regret is that we couldn’t buy some wine.

5. Lodging: In Lisbon we stayed in Heritage Avenida Liberdade Boutique Hotel. Just like real estate. Location location location. We walked everywhere and with ease. The hotel was welcoming clean, comfortable. We received adjourning rooms so our teens had space. It was perfect. It is also a hotel in a historic city not a “resort”. So manage buffet and size expectations appropriately. We have done a fair bit of travel and found it to meet our needs entirely. Highly recommend. While in Algarve we went to Vilalara Thalassa resort. Shout out Nitin! He was our favorite human at that resort. Beautiful views, pickleball, pool, bountiful breakfast, beach access, ample parking, sunset on the deck, great restaurants within 5-10 mins drive. Amazing.

I am so wildly grateful to have met and worked with Pedro, Carlos, Mariana. Such a tremendous experience from beginning to end. Obrigata!

Hotel Reviews
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Lisboa

Perfect location. Delightful blend of artistic influence with old world charm. Friendly and attentive staff. Ticked all of our boxes.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Vilalara Thalassa Resort
Lagoa

Perfect for those seeking a resort experience. Typical of a resort, we waited a bit for check in but quickly forgot about a room when we hit the pool, beach, sangria on the deck. Great parking, pickleball courts, comfortable clean and quiet!

Authenticity & Character
Clean, quiet, not crowded.
Location
5-10 mins drive to GREAT restaurants
Staff
NITIN!!! We adore you! Nitin was so kind and courteous. We enjoyed spending time with him. Also Rueben. I did a “Hail Mary” to seek a cliff to jump from. Rueben happened to be a former life guard (he was at the front desk). Took time out of his day to drive me to a safe spot, shared best time for the tide. What a guy! We did it! (Estimating 55-60 FT - it was fabulous)
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were cleaned when we asked, we had onsite laundry with a drying rack.
Tivoli Oriente Hotel
Lisbon

Great spot for low-stress airport transport. Also, we were knackered after 10 days travel so we opted to do “the hotel bar” and wow, it was not a typical hotel joint. Roof-top, Fresh sushi, fun fusion recipes, great GTs, really refreshing sangria. We forgot that we just stayed at the hotel - it was a fun experience

Authenticity & Character
It was a little tired but it served its purpose
Location
Perfect for an easy trip to airport
Staff
Very kind
Cleanliness & Comfort
Again, a little tired. The shower was small with a leaky glass door but it’s not atypical and we just needed to lay our heads for 8 hrs.
Activity Reviews
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Portugal

What made this special were Carlos and Mariana. Sintra and Caiscais were delightful, don’t get me wrong but what we learned and sa along the way was priceless lightening in bottle.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
See my review on the trip and Trip Advisor - 10 stars
Transport
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon

Great way to see a lot with 1/2 day. It gives great perspective on things you want to come back and dig into in more detail later!

Quality of Experience
Mariana was so generous with her time and knowledge
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Vibe! Chill yet exciting. We just fell into a rhythm. Effortless and yet accomplished so much
Transport
We walked everywhere! Up and down and it was great. Forget the heels at home.
Small Group Boat Trip to the Timeless View of the Benagil Caves
Small Group Boat Trip to the Timeless View of the Benagil Caves
Portugal

So glad we did this. Short yet long enough. At first I was bummed it wasn’t a kayak then quickly saw the beauty of the boat approach. We zoomed in and out of way more than would have been feasible in a kayak. Our guides were fun.

Quality of Experience
Great way to see natural beauty in Algarve while not sacrificing a beach day!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Fun, jocular
Transport
Quick, easy - late enough for a nice breakfast and back by lunch to enjoy the sun
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Sep 05, 2024

Marne,
Wooooow! Thank you so much for sharing such an incredible and detailed review.
I am beyond thrilled that your family had a fantastic time in my beautiful country and that myself, Carlos and Mariana made your trip so special.
It really means the world to us to hear that every recommendation hit the mark and that our team made your journey both effortless and memorable.
I am honored to have been part of your adventure and can’t wait to help with your future travels. Obrigado! 🙏
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

What. A. Trip!!! Absolutely loved every momen...
Portugal | Aug 20 - Aug 30, 2024

Adison
Adison N.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 31, 2024

What. A. Trip!!! Absolutely loved every moment I had in the country, what made it better was the quality of service and hospitality of our local specialist Pedro, our driver Carlos who had many amazing stories, and our tour guide Mariana who was amazing and so much fun. It was so much fun to visit Portugal, we loved it so much.

Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Sep 03, 2024

Hello Adison,
Thank you for your wondeful review.
We are super happy to hear that your trip to Portugal was packed with memorable experiences and that you loved every bit of it.
I look forward to welcome you and your family once again in the future.
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

The trip was amazing and we felt cared for du...
Portugal | Jul 7 - Jul 27, 2024

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patrick O.
East Hartford, CT | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2024

The trip was amazing and we felt cared for during the entire experience. Pedro was always readily available to assist, even during his own time away. The guides and drivers were all extremely knowledgeable and professional. Henrique Pepe was especially helpful and kind.

Would recommend your service to family and friends.

Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Aug 11, 2024

Dear Patrick,
Thank you so much for the feedback on your experience in Portugal.
I am delighted to hear that you had such an amazing trip and felt well cared for throughout the entire journey in my beautiful country.
Your recommendation means the world to us, and we would be honored to assist your family and friends with their travel plans.
Thank you once again,
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Henriquee pepe outstanding very service orien...
Portugal | Jul 7 - Jul 27, 2024

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Doreen H.
Pittsfield, MA | Reviewed on Aug 02, 2024
Henriquee pepe outstanding very service oriented to what thoughts we had and made efforts to make happen and gave ideas like Porto sunset on the river. Guides in each area knowledgeable explained what we were doing and going gave recommendations adapted to us Lisbon we had gone to castle st Jorge so changed what she would do asked where two mishaps gerez national park I feel one needs to be clear about the concern for safety and because our mentalodel of national parks diffetent. We were... Read more

Henriquee pepe outstanding very service oriented to what thoughts we had and made efforts to make happen and gave ideas like Porto sunset on the river. Guides in each area knowledgeable explained what we were doing and going gave recommendations adapted to us Lisbon we had gone to castle st Jorge so changed what she would do asked where two mishaps gerez national park I feel one needs to be clear about the concern for safety and because our mentalodel of national parks diffetent. We were asked to go to to Algarve airport early because of concern for accident with 3000 in ilets wr got there 3 hours early and did not seem necessaryit would work to leave us.sarah in Porto great stayed with us at bookstore in evora joao had the greatest stories kept granddaughter and friend entertained. Young man in Funchal kind and great the metcado fruit merchant peeled and gave fruit tasting to all of us plus chocolate shop. It felt personal and thoughtful. Ricardo in Porto great also.

Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Aug 05, 2024

Dear Doreen,
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us.
I am super happy to hear that you had a positive experience and that everyone involved provided an excelent service.
We are grateful for your review and look forward to welcoming you again in the future :)
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Dear kimkim team, In a word, our trip was AMA...
Portugal | Jul 6 - Jul 14, 2024

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Kim R.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 21, 2024
Dear kimkim team, In a word, our trip was AMAZING! The accommodations were all lovely, guides were all so helpful, drivers were prompt , professional and informative. The gift basket and wine tour cheese tray, as well as other extra touches, were so appreciated. Pedro was flexible, responsive and in touch with us every day to make sure our trip was going well. It will be hard to travel any other way in the future! Thanks to the entire kimkim team! Kim and Sara Read more

Dear kimkim team, In a word, our trip was AMAZING! The accommodations were all lovely, guides were all so helpful, drivers were prompt , professional and informative. The gift basket and wine tour cheese tray, as well as other extra touches, were so appreciated. Pedro was flexible, responsive and in touch with us every day to make sure our trip was going well. It will be hard to travel any other way in the future! Thanks to the entire kimkim team! Kim and Sara

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Britania Art Deco
Lisboa

We had a lovely stay at the hotel Britania! It was our first stop after arriving in Lisbon and the perfect place to get over jet lag. The room was so comfortable and the staff friendly and helpful. Sue Ellen, Larissa, and Omar went above and beyond to make our visit special. The breakfast staff was also very attentive and hospitable. Thanks to the whole staff for making our visit to Lisbon so memorable. Kim and Sara

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The beds and pillows were the best!
Sapientia Boutique Hotel
Coimbra

Sapiencia Boutique Hotel was a great place to stay during our visit to Coimbra. The location was perfect and our room was spacious and clean. The outside areas (Patio and roof top) were awesome places to relax with a glass of wine.

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The staff was polite and helpful when asked. On check in there were several staff at the desk but no one came to help with our bags. Some of the staff, particularly at breakfast, were not always available and did not feel very friendly.
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NH Collection Porto Batalha
Porto

This hotel was in a great location. It was very clean, and the staff was helpful. All this made our stay enjoyable but the absolute best part was the fantastic breakfast!!

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Activity Reviews
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon

Anna did a great job showing us around and giving us all the history. The wine tasting was a nice way to end the tour, mostly because it gave us a chance to sit down and ask Anna more questions.

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Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Portugal

We enjoyed our day with driver André visiting Sinatra followed by a stop to see the furthest western point in Europe , “Cabo Da Roca”, and a drive through Casias. André gave us so much information on the area along the way, was very flexible, and punctual.

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To Eat Suggestion: Terra Nova
To Eat Suggestion: Terra Nova
Porto

Terra Nova was a nice and convenient place to grab dinner. It is right on the water but also in most touristy area.

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Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto

Bernard was a very knowledgeable guide and gave us a good tour of the city.

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Bernard was very passionate about the city and its architecture, The train station lecture was a bit too long with unnecessary details..
The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover
The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover
Porto

We had a great time sipping and discovering!

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To Eat Suggestion: Brasão - Coliseu
To Eat Suggestion: Brasão - Coliseu
Porto

We enjoyed this lively popular restaurant. Our waiter was so friendly and helpful. We went with the popular sandwich francesinha ( it seems the majority of guests did too). We needed one to be vegetarian and it was not very good. The regular sandwich was good but beware of rich rich gravy. Our favorite part of the meal was the Porto Tónico!

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Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service from Porto
Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service from Porto
Portugal

Hugo was punctual and informative as he drove us to the Douro Valley. We enjoyed the lunch and the tour. Sara was a fun and knowledgeable guide and we enjoyed the tasting as well. The boat trip was a nice way to end the day.

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Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch
Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch
Portugal

We enjoyed Lunch.

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Private Transfer
Private Transfer
Portugal

On time pick up and drop off! Good driver!

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jul 22, 2024

Dear Kim & Sara,
Thank you so much for your incredible feedback.
I am super happy to hear that your trip was AMAZING and that you enjoyed all aspects of your journey, from the accommodations and guides to the special touches :)
We take pride in ensuring every detail is perfect for our travelers, and it is gratifying to know that we succeeded in making your experience exceptional.
Thank you so much.
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro