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Brennan S.
Minnesota, United States
"Aleksandra was amazing! The amount of time and effort she put into making this itinerary and trip special for me was ..." read more
Traveled to Ireland solo in April, 2025
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James K.
Georgia, United States
"Alex and Kim – our time in Ireland was wonderful. That was largely due to the trip planning and you guys were awesom..." read more
Traveled to Ireland as a couple in April, 2025
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Janet O.
Washington, United States
"Dean did an outstanding job developing our Ireland itinerary and finding great places to stay (with excellent breakfa..." read more
Traveled to Ireland as a couple in April, 2025
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Debbie S.
California, United States
"Svetlana did a wonderful job of working with me to make this trip memorable. My adult children and I were delighted w..." read more
Traveled to Ireland as a family in April, 2025

Ireland Travel Insights

Guided Kerry & Cork Walk - 8 Days

Walk the highlights on this trip around two spectacular regions of Ireland's southwest coast: County Kerry and County Cork. This 8-day itinerary will take you along the craggy cliffs and hidden coves formed by the wild Atlantic, to historic islands, and across lush, rolling hills. Enjoy the peaceful, pristine landscapes of this corner of the Emerald Isle.

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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Ireland
Travel specialist Aleksandra Shebaltseva
active 5 mins ago

Aleksandra Shebaltseva

As a passionate traveler, my approach is anchored in the belief that every journey is an opportunity for exploration and growth. With a penchant for immersing myself in diverse cultures and seeking...

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Travel specialist Claire Monfray
active 2 hours ago

Claire Monfray

Born and raised in France I grew up in a multicultural family. Passionate for languages, I realised later that this passion had for roots my will to connect with other people and cultures. This...

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Travel specialist Svetlana Frolova
active 1 hour ago

Svetlana Frolova

I came to Ireland for the first time over 25 years ago as a tourist and fell in love with this beautiful small island. I moved here in the late '90s and never looked back. I enjoy many aspects...

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Travel specialist Joe Cotter
active 1 hour ago

Joe Cotter

I have been hiking and climbing for over 35 years all over the world, I have an expert knowledge of the Irish mountains rivers and lakes. An outdoor specialist I have also worked for some of the...

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Trip Reviews for Ireland

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

The Ultimate Irish Experience with KimKim
Ireland | Apr 28 - May 7, 2025

Brennan
Brennan S.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on May 12, 2025
Aleksandra was amazing! The amount of time and effort she put into making this itinerary and trip special for me was above and beyond what I expected. She was open to making adjustments to my trip itinerary based on my interests. She had good, timely communication and was kind and cooperative throughout this entire process. Her knowledge of Ireland was very impressive as I felt the itinerary she planned for me allowed me to do so much in only 10 days time. This trip was my first solo trip... Read more

Aleksandra was amazing! The amount of time and effort she put into making this itinerary and trip special for me was above and beyond what I expected. She was open to making adjustments to my trip itinerary based on my interests. She had good, timely communication and was kind and cooperative throughout this entire process. Her knowledge of Ireland was very impressive as I felt the itinerary she planned for me allowed me to do so much in only 10 days time. This trip was my first solo trip and first trip outside of the country and it has been the most memorable, amazing experience for me. Thank you so much, Aleksandra!

Hotel Reviews
Dunaree Bed and Breakfast
Bunratty

My host, Penny, was incredible. She was very welcoming upon my arrival. She was kind and made sure I had everything I needed during my stay. She also had great suggestions for local restaurants to try out. The BnB was cozy and just down the road from Bunratty castle!

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Just down the road from Bunratty castle!
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Very kind and helpful. Offered great suggestions for seeing Bunratty and Limerick!
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My room was serviced each day and my host was very welcoming.
Waterloo Lodge
Dublin

Great location! The townhomes were very clean and comfy. The staff was very nice and helpful. They even made a bag breakfast for me for an early morning flight from Dublin back to the United States.

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They were very welcoming and even provided me with a bag breakfast for my early morning flight home!
Location
Only 15 minute cab ride from the main bars/restaurants in Dublin.
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Yes! There was a woman who's name I do not remember. However, she packed me a bag breakfast for my early morning flight home!
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Ash Grove House
galway

One of my favorite stays on my 10 day Ireland trip. The host was so kind and made a wonderful Irish breakfast. Rooms were clean and comfortable. An ideal location in Galway as it only took me 10 minutes to walk from the Latin Quarter and Cross street!

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O'Connors Guesthouse
Faha

I was only here for one night. Minimal interaction with staff but they were welcoming upon check in. Room was clean and meet my needs. It was fun having a bar connected to the guesthouse although life music lasted until midnight.

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Killarney Heights Hotel
Killarney

Great stay! Very nice hotel a couple of miles from the town center. Good breakfast in the morning although they seemed a little short staffed. Room was very nice and clean! They use a system where the room key goes in a slot to conserve energy, so make sure the switches are adjusted appropriately at night. Motion sensored so my TV and lights in the room came on during the middle of the night with movement in the hallway.

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Redclyffe Guesthouse
Cork

Staff was very friendly and welcoming. My host prepared a great Irish breakfast in the morning. Solid location just a 10-15 minute walk from the downtown Cork area.

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Activity Reviews
Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin

I really liked my tour guide, Mydie! She was very kind and welcoming upon my arrival to Ireland. She was willing to take pictures of me during the tour. She had great knowledge of Dublin city and was able to provide me with great recommendations for bars and restaurants to check out. I was a little bummed that we couldn't go inside Trinity college to see the Book of Kells. Mydie said the police in Ireland don't like when smaller tours or 1:1 tours go inside the Book of Kells. I wish they would let her more freely take small tours inside the college! Overall though, Mydie was awesome and I really enjoyed walking around Dublin with her for a few hours learning about the city.

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The Guinness Brewery Experience
The Guinness Brewery Experience
Dublin

I had a great time touring the Guinness Storehouse! The exhibits were fun and informational. It was self guided so I felt I could take my time moving from floor to floor. The taste testing and the free pint of Guinness on the 7th floor were definitely highlights!

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Local specialist: Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Aleksandra
Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Local specialist in England | Replied on May 14, 2025

Hi Brennan,

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your incredibly kind words!
It truly means the world to me to know that your first solo and international trip was such a special experience. That’s exactly what travel should be—memorable, meaningful, and inspiring.

I hope this is just the beginning of many more amazing adventures for you. And whenever you’re ready for the next one, I’ll be here to help make it just as incredible.

All the best,
Aleksandra

Amazing trip planners!
Ireland | Apr 23 - May 5, 2025

James
James K.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on May 06, 2025
Alex and Kim – our time in Ireland was wonderful. That was largely due to the trip planning and you guys were awesome as you navigated through our wish list and put together something that no standard tour could provide. I know we were probably more challenging – me with my photography habit and Ruth’s knee issues. Although she greatly surprised me with her mobility during this trip.
I must say that the self-driving was quite the challenge. I was mostly terrified during the first 2 or...
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Alex and Kim – our time in Ireland was wonderful. That was largely due to the trip planning and you guys were awesome as you navigated through our wish list and put together something that no standard tour could provide. I know we were probably more challenging – me with my photography habit and Ruth’s knee issues. Although she greatly surprised me with her mobility during this trip.
I must say that the self-driving was quite the challenge. I was mostly terrified during the first 2 or 3 days of the trip, but I gradually came to feel more confident. Part of it may be that North Ireland, where we spent the first part of the trip is more challenging with the lack of road signs and amazingly narrow and curvy roads. Once we got into Ireland, things were a lot easier – less curvy roads, a lot more road signs, and what not. The M and N designated roads were a joy to drive.
The details are already starting to blur a little, so many interactions with great Irish people who were kind and thoughtful to help us on our way. And just plain engaging and friendly enough to explain some of the more mystifying reasons for why some customs were the way they were.
And the hotels! All of them were so quaint and well cared for. We enjoyed all of them and for different reasons at each place. When we made the decision to self-drive, selecting the right hotels was one of the more challenging things for me and one I gladly turned over to you guys. And I must say, y’all hit it out of the park! We felt so pampered and the inclusive breakfasts were amazing at each location.
Ireland is beautiful. Personally, I struggled with the light – either too much sun or dreary clouds (mostly North Ireland), but that is how photography is. Finding the right light and conditions is largely dependent on luck when you are on a pre-planed trip and my luck was not with me when I needed it. But I did get some stuff that I think will come out nicely and when I find time to process my images from the trip, I will be sure to send y’all a link to them.
We saw a lot. And yet we now realize that we only scratched the surface. Much more to see. I don’t know what the future holds, but a return is not out of the question. Y’all will be number one on my short list.

Local specialist: Alex Rawson
Alex
Alex Rawson
Local specialist in Wales | Replied on May 08, 2025
Dear James, Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your time in Ireland was so rewarding and that our planning contributed meaningfully to your experience. It was a pleasure creating a tailored itinerary that reflected both your interests and practical considerations, and we’re glad it delivered beyond a standard tour. Navigating Northern Ireland’s roads is no small feat, so well done on mastering the self-drive adventure. We're especially pleased that the... Read more

Dear James,

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your time in Ireland was so rewarding and that our planning contributed meaningfully to your experience. It was a pleasure creating a tailored itinerary that reflected both your interests and practical considerations, and we’re glad it delivered beyond a standard tour.

Navigating Northern Ireland’s roads is no small feat, so well done on mastering the self-drive adventure. We're especially pleased that the accommodations met your expectations and provided the comfort and care you were hoping for throughout the journey.

Ireland has a way of captivating its visitors, and it’s wonderful to hear you’re already considering a return. We’d be delighted to assist you again when the time comes.

Dean did an outstanding job
Ireland | Apr 15 - Apr 25, 2025

Janet
Janet O.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on May 02, 2025
Dean did an outstanding job developing our Ireland itinerary and finding great places to stay (with excellent breakfasts!). I loved having the various options laid out for each section of our trip. No glitches except the weather- which we were well prepared for and was quite normal for the Irish springtime. When my husband needed a doctor visit Dean’s team quickly gave us options for urgent care near our hotel and that worked very well. Read more

Dean did an outstanding job developing our Ireland itinerary and finding great places to stay (with excellent breakfasts!). I loved having the various options laid out for each section of our trip. No glitches except the weather- which we were well prepared for and was quite normal for the Irish springtime. When my husband needed a doctor visit Dean’s team quickly gave us options for urgent care near our hotel and that worked very well.

Hotel Reviews
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Dublin

Great hotel, comfortable and very happy with breakfast included. Right by tram line, railway station, and hop on- hop off bus stop.

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The River Lee Hotel
Cork

Excellent location, excellent breakfast, and quiet and comfortable room.

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Great Southern Killarney
Killarney

Best hotel on our trip. Very elegant, with a spacious room . We loved the separate tub and shower and having two bathroom sinks. Lovely view of the springtime garden and terrific breakfast. Plus it’s in a great location and the National Park is stunning. The hotel restaurant was also great.

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The Galmont Hotel & Spa
Galway

Apparently the spa is great, but we didn’t use those amenities. Our room was a tiring trek from the lobby, using two elevators, and difficult to drag our luggage on carpets. We asked to switch rooms because the first one had opaque windows that when opened looked out on a garbage area. The breakfast was good and the location was good.

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Vaughans Lodge Lahinch

This hotel was good, with a comfortable bed. The tub was so narrow it was hard to get out of it. The restaurant was closed one night. We had a bit of trouble getting the heat turned down. Nice staff.

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Activity Review
Cliffs of Moher Cruise
Cliffs of Moher Cruise
Ireland

Nice one hour boat tour along the Cliffs of Mohr.

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Crowded tour
Local specialist: Dean Garrison
Dean
Dean Garrison
Local specialist in Ireland | Replied on May 11, 2025
Hi Janet, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review of your trip to Ireland! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience on tour with us. While we can’t control the weather (unfortunately!), we’re glad to hear it didn’t dampen your overall enjoyment of the trip. It’s always a pleasure to know our guests have had an unforgettable time exploring the beauty and culture of Ireland. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the... Read more

Hi Janet,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review of your trip to Ireland!

We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience on tour with us. While we can’t control the weather (unfortunately!), we’re glad to hear it didn’t dampen your overall enjoyment of the trip.

It’s always a pleasure to know our guests have had an unforgettable time exploring the beauty and culture of Ireland. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for another amazing adventure.

If there’s anything else we can do for you, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Warm regards,
Dean

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