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Espíritu Travel is a dedicated team in the know about travel and the destinations that we offer. We specialize in creating outstanding and life-enriching experiences for individuals who want to have an independent and innovative trip. We’ll provide insightful, straightforward travel advice and an organized bespoke trip plan so that your time away is perfect.

Everything we do is custom-made, led by the needs and wishes of our clients. So our role is to ensure that your travels are filled with moments of discovery and indulge your curiosity about the destination. With us, you’ll see the place in a different light and discover things you won’t find out about any other way.

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Hotels were perfect!
Spain | Jul 1 - Jul 11, 2026

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Rebecca D.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026
This was a fantastic trip and very well planned. The directions provided by Hector were easy to follow, and nothing was left out. Our hotel accommodations were perfect, and the staff at each hotel were amazing. Our tour guide Linda in Madrid was spectacular, and we enjoyed all her knowledge of the history of Spain. Each guide was very attentive to the pace of an 80-year-old mother. The Flamenco show was breathtaking and left an impression on our hearts. I will absolutely use KimKim's... Read more

This was a fantastic trip and very well planned. The directions provided by Hector were easy to follow, and nothing was left out. Our hotel accommodations were perfect, and the staff at each hotel were amazing. Our tour guide Linda in Madrid was spectacular, and we enjoyed all her knowledge of the history of Spain. Each guide was very attentive to the pace of an 80-year-old mother. The Flamenco show was breathtaking and left an impression on our hearts. I will absolutely use KimKim's services again and highly recommend this once-in-a-lifetime trip to everyone. Thank you!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Palacio de Santa Inés
Granada
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Cleanliness & Comfort
H10 Corregidor Boutique Hotel
Sevilla
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Acta Splendid
Barcelona
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Meninas
Madrid
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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
A Night of Flamenco in a Sacromonte Cave
A Night of Flamenco in a Sacromonte Cave
Granada

One of the most spectacular experiences. This show is a must-see. Very intimate and moving!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Walking Madrid’s Old Town
Walking Madrid’s Old Town
Madrid
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover Granada’s Iconic Alhambra & Generalife Gardens
Discover Granada’s Iconic Alhambra & Generalife Gardens
Spain
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Monumental Seville on Foot & Visit Real Alcázar
Monumental Seville on Foot & Visit Real Alcázar
Seville
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Excursion to Montserrat Monastery &  Scenic Hike
Excursion to Montserrat Monastery & Scenic Hike
Barcelona
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Barcelona Highlights: Guided Walk &  Iconic Sagrada Família
Barcelona Highlights: Guided Walk & Iconic Sagrada Família
Spain
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Local specialist: Hector Molina
Hector
Hector Molina
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Jul 24, 2026

Hello Rebecca,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure helping you plan this special trip.
I'm delighted to hear that everything went smoothly and that you enjoyed the hotels, the guides, and the Flamenco show. I'll be sure to share your kind words with Linda and the rest of the team. Thank you for trusting me with your journey, and I look forward to helping you plan your next adventure!
Best regards.
Héctor

Loved the hotels we had in Florence and Sorre...
Italy | Jul 5 - Jul 12, 2026

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Renee T.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

Loved the hotels we had in Florence and Sorrento. Numa in Rome was not a great experience. My bed had ants in it. The rooms were tiny. I lived the You Know Boat tour of the Amalfi coast in the last day. I was frustrated with our trains between cities because there was a know issue with delays, and our trains reservations could have been changed to avoid it, but our travel agent did not so that. It took us 5.5 hours to get from Florence to Naples instead of 3.

Local specialist: Anita Matijasevic
Anita
Anita Matijasevic
Local specialist in Madrid & Florence | Replied on Jul 24, 2026
Hi Renee,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I'm happy to hear that you loved your stays in Florence and Sorrento, and that you enjoyed the boat tour along the Amalfi Coast.
Regarding the train journey, as we discussed through the Traveler App during your trip, there were major rail reconstruction works taking place on the route during your travel dates, which caused significantly longer travel times than usual. We booked Business Class tickets for your family so that... Read more

Hi Renee,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I'm happy to hear that you loved your stays in Florence and Sorrento, and that you enjoyed the boat tour along the Amalfi Coast.

Regarding the train journey, as we discussed through the Traveler App during your trip, there were major rail reconstruction works taking place on the route during your travel dates, which caused significantly longer travel times than usual. We booked Business Class tickets for your family so that the journey would be as comfortable as possible despite the longer travelling time. When you reached out about changing to a different train, my Team and I have checked the available options right away. Unfortunately, at that point (one day before), changing the reservation would have required paying double the price, making it a very costly change.

I'm truly sorry to hear about your experience at the hotel in Rome. This is the first time we've ever received feedback like this about that property. I wish you had let me know while you were there. I would have contacted the hotel immediately to request a room change and make sure the issue was addressed as quickly as possible.

It was a pleasure helping you plan your family's journey through Italy, and I wish you and your family all the best on your future travels. Warm regards, Anita

What a great way to experience Portugal
Portugal | Oct 9 - Oct 22, 2025

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Cynthia W.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026
Anita was great in organizing our special trip to Portugal! She thought of all the details and was available if there were any questions. We truly enjoy all of the private and small group tours she booked for us. Each had a engaging, friendly, educated guide who loved their country and enjoyed sharing it with others. We would highly recommend booking a trip with Anita through KimKim. Read more

Anita was great in organizing our special trip to Portugal! She thought of all the details and was available if there were any questions. We truly enjoy all of the private and small group tours she booked for us. Each had a engaging, friendly, educated guide who loved their country and enjoyed sharing it with others. We would highly recommend booking a trip with Anita through KimKim.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown
Porto
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Hotel Dom Carlos Park
Lisbon
MeraPrime Gold Design Hotel
Lisbon

The room was small but clean and the people were very friendly!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Easy access to the hustle of the city, but not on a loud and crazy street
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Albergaria do Calvário
Évora

We loved staying at Hotel Albergaria do Calvario. It is located on a quiet alley within the walls of Evora and close enough to walk anywhere in the city (because you certainly wouldn't want to drive). The room was spacious and clean. And the staff was super friendly. We especially enjoyed the courtyard for breakfast - which was lovely.

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Tivoli Lagos
Lagos

Tivoli Lagos is a lovely resort with lots of amenities. The room was spacious and clean and the staff friendly.

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Activity Reviews
A Cultural Day Through Tomar & River Cruise
A Cultural Day Through Tomar & River Cruise
Lisbon

Paulo was a great guide. He was informative and friendly.

Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Spain

Nuno was an excellent guide. He loves his country and is excited to share all it has to offer. He got to know us so that he could cater the tour around our likes and dislikes, allowing us to spend more time in beautiful gardens and castles that were not busy and less time in popular, but must see sites with big crowds. We truly enjoyed our time with Nuno.

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Douro Valley Highlights: Wine, Olive Oil & River Cruise
Douro Valley Highlights: Wine, Olive Oil & River Cruise
Porto

Thelma was a great guide. She was informative and friendly. We went in a small group and it was surprisingly fun. I attribute this to Thelma's enthusiasm.

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Peneda-Gerês National Park Experience: Easy Hike & Cultural Experience
Peneda-Gerês National Park Experience: Easy Hike & Cultural Experience
Porto

We were expecting a "small group" tour, but ended up being a private tour! Miguel was great! He was knowledgable and friendly, and enjoyed share the beauty of his country.

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Catamaran Boat Excursion to Benagil Caves & Carvoeiro Beach
Catamaran Boat Excursion to Benagil Caves & Carvoeiro Beach
Portugal

After a couple days delay (which Anita from KimKim handled) we were able to experience the beautiful shoreline from the water. Lovely boat, nice staff.

Guided E-Bike Excursion on the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail
Guided E-Bike Excursion on the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail
Portugal

What was supposed to be a small group tour ended up being a private tour. It was great fun. Beautiful scenery.

Discover Rural Algarve on a 4WD
Discover Rural Algarve on a 4WD
Portugal

This turned out to be one of our favorite excursions, mostly because of our guide, Rui, and the fact that we had him all to ourselves - a small group tour for just my husband and I. Even though the clouds were in the mountains and we couldn't see far. We roamed around the countryside stopping at different farms and villages. We especially enjoyed our Melosa (honey liquor) tasting and authentic Portuguese lunch.

Quality of Experience
Rui, the guide made the experience.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Awesome.
Transport
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Lisbon

Our first afternoon in Lisbon we had a private tour with Philipa. She was very informative and helpful.

Foodie Experience in Porto
Foodie Experience in Porto
Porto

What a lovely, informative and fun evening in Porto. João walked us around Porto giving us samples of food, wine, and beer. We shared the evening with a small group of 8 people and had a good time. João loved his city and was happy to share it with us. He gave us lots of information throughout the evening, and advice for the coming days of activities.

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4X4 Algarve Sunset Experience
4X4 Algarve Sunset Experience
Portugal

If you want an "adventure" then hop into this 4x4 - just don't be much over 5 ft. tall, it was a bit small. The evening was fun, the sunset lovely, and the guide, João Petra, was the best part of the experience.

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Not enough space for the number of people we had.
Tasting Évora: A Guided Food & Wine Experience
Tasting Évora: A Guided Food & Wine Experience
Portugal

Our first afternoon in Évora was spent with João as he showed us around the walled city and gave us samples of food and wine. What a great way to begin our experience in the area. João was very informative about the city and things to see and do in the following days of our stay. We would highly recommend.

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Walking tour.
The Soul of Lisbon: Fado Dinner Experience
The Soul of Lisbon: Fado Dinner Experience
Portugal

It's a must do if just for the cultural experience.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Anita Matijasevic
Anita
Anita Matijasevic
Local specialist in Madrid & Florence | Replied on Jul 21, 2026

Hello Cynthia and Mark! Thank you so much for your review! It was a pleasure helping you plan your Portugal adventure.

I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the mix of private and small-group experiences, and that our guides made such a positive impression. I also appreciate your detailed feedback on the hotels and activities, it's always very helpful.

I hope Portugal has left you with many wonderful memories, and I'd love to help you plan another adventure whenever you're ready. Wishing you both all the best! 🧡 Warm regards, Anita

Our trip was incredible!
Spain | Jun 22 - Jul 12, 2026

Troy
Troy J.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026
Our trip was incredible! From the planning of specific planned activities, to our “own” time, as well as all of our service providers such as the private drivers and the assistance from Espiritu Team through online messaging via the Trip Plan app. Every driver was professional, safe and vehicles were exceptional. Each of our guides from the food tours, wineries and olive oil estate were top notch. We loved the mix of small group events as well as the private guides we had on several of... Read more

Our trip was incredible!

From the planning of specific planned activities, to our “own” time, as well as all of our service providers such as the private drivers and the assistance from Espiritu Team through online messaging via the Trip Plan app. Every driver was professional, safe and vehicles were exceptional. Each of our guides from the food tours, wineries and olive oil estate were top notch. We loved the mix of small group events as well as the private guides we had on several of our experiences.

In Porto - we loved our guide’s (Joao) knowledge and the local establishments that we experienced; the Douro Wine & River Cruise was perfectly timed and our private guide’s (Tiago) personal winery experience was equally enjoyed.

In Lisbon - Our dinner with a local family was a unique experience that we will always remember. Our excursion to Sintra, Cascais was made special by our private guide (Nuno) was great. Also, our private guide (I no longer have his name) who took us on a walking tour of Alfama area of Lisbon was a joy to spend the morning walking the neighborhood.

In Lagos, Algarve the boat tour to the Benagil was a nice getaway for a few hours.

While our time in Seville was a bit compromised due to the excessive heat, the Flamenco event had a feel of real authenticity. The Olive Oil Estate also was a unique experience. Our day trip to Cordoba had beautiful sights but the heat caused us to shorten that day trip unfortunately.

Mallorca was amazing! From the accommodations at the Cala Fornells Hotel to the overall island. I think we’ll be back there in the future.

Lastly, Barcelona was so enjoyable. The Tapas tour was so much fun, the trip to Montserrat was nice as well. But the private tour of the Vins El CEP winery was a perfect end to our trip.

In summary, the timing of each stay, of each planned event mixed between our “own time” was simply perfect. The accommodations were wonderful - great locations and high quality. Without exception all of our guides and drivers made our experience a trip of a lifetime! Thank you so much for all your efforts in planning and assisting us throughout our trip.

Troy & Beth Jandrasitz

Hotel Reviews
PortoBay Teatro
Porto

Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms and very good breakfast

Authenticity & Character
Location
central to everything - walkable to most places we wanted to see
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
MeraPrime Gold Design Hotel
Lisbon

Staff was excellent. Room was very small given the amount of luggage we had for our extended vacation. Location was exceptional. Breakfast was in a small lobby - it was adequate but could have been better.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms and Breakfast (i.e., lobby) very small
Cascade Wellness Resort
Lagos

Very nice resort. The pool area is very nice, and location to beautiful coastline is a big plus. Room was large, clean with beautiful view. The breakfast was excellent..

Authenticity & Character
Location
Great remote location just outside Lagos. An easy Uber/Taxi ride into town
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
H10 Corregidor Boutique Hotel
Sevilla

Location was close to some key attractions - Cathedral and Royal Alcazar and local dining establishments. A short taxi to others key attractions as well.

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Cala Fornells
Peguera

This was such a nice hotel. Great location, great views and wonderful staff. The facilities - Breakfast area, Patio and beach were amazing. It is one place we would not hesitate to come back to.

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Staff
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Hotel Regina
Barcelona

Very nice size room, lovely view, great breakfast and a nice bar area. Walkable to many key attractions or a short taxi ride to them.

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Activity Reviews
An Evening of Flamenco
An Evening of Flamenco
Seville
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We walked
Foodie Experience in Porto
Foodie Experience in Porto
Porto

Going to local establishments with our guide made this a fabulous experience

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We walked to meeting point
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Lisbon

The morning walk through Alfama was so much fun

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We walked
Douro Valley Highlights: Wine, Olive Oil & River Cruise
Douro Valley Highlights: Wine, Olive Oil & River Cruise
Porto

The day was perfectly planned. The Douro River Cruise was timed just right (about 1 -1.5 hours on the boat). The going to visit an old, small winery and a newer, larger winery was a perfect mix.

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Food
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Private Transfer {{start_location}} to {{end_location}} via Coimbra
Private Transfer {{start_location}} to {{end_location}} via Coimbra
Spain

Our driver was great. Provided us with recommendation for our time in Coimbra as well as restaurants with good Fado in Lisbon

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Spain's Liquid Gold: Visit an Andalusian Olive Oil Estate
Spain's Liquid Gold: Visit an Andalusian Olive Oil Estate
Spain

Very unique experience to visit a nearly 500 year old olive oil estate once owned by Christopher Columbus’ son!

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From Market to Table: Cook Authentic Spanish Dishes
From Market to Table: Cook Authentic Spanish Dishes
Barcelona

Most fun night we had in a small group experience. First time we did a cooking class and it was som much fun. Would do it again.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Walked to event
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Spain

The drive and walk through Sintra was amazing. Cascais and Estoril were also beautiful. Lunch at Sintra was perfect too. Having this as a private tour made it even more special.

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Montserrat & Penedès: Nature, Devotion & Cava
Montserrat & Penedès: Nature, Devotion & Cava
Barcelona

The trip to Montserrat was very nice - but the visit to the winery was exceptional.

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Sun Boat Excursion to Benagil Caves
Sun Boat Excursion to Benagil Caves
Spain

Coastline is spectacular. The Benagil Cave was unique, but a bit underwhelming - the journey was more scenic that the cave.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Dinner With Locals: A Homemade Portuguese Experience
Dinner With Locals: A Homemade Portuguese Experience
Lisbon

The most unique experience you can have if you want to get to know what life is like at a local. This was so much fun.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Took a taxi to the house
Taste Barcelona: Authentic Tapas & Neighborhood Walk
Taste Barcelona: Authentic Tapas & Neighborhood Walk
Barcelona

Loved the different type of local establishments that we went to

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Local specialist: Raquel Aceituno
Raquel
Raquel Aceituno
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Jul 21, 2026

Hola Troy, BIG thank you for your kind words and detailed feedback! Delighted to hear that you and Beth had a great time exploring Portugal & Spain , such a fantastic journey! I will make sure to pass your words onto our guides and local partners. It's been truly a pleasure to work with you during the process of creating this adventure. I hope we get in touch for future trips! All the best, Raquel

Best tour guides- ZERO complaints!
Italy | Jul 3 - Jul 12, 2026

Wendy
Wendy M.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026
Pompeii Guide Natalia was brilliant. HIGHLY recommend- she was a wealth of knowledge.
Amalfi Coast tour guide Alejandro was high energy, brought us on a super comfortable boat, and made us spectacular sandwiches and sweet treats just because he was super sweet- another excellent tour.
Sorrento- we took a cooking class with maybe Julia? I can't remember her name, but that was another awesome experience. Her home was amazing, and her lessons were something we will never forget.
Capri tour...
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Pompeii Guide Natalia was brilliant. HIGHLY recommend- she was a wealth of knowledge.
Amalfi Coast tour guide Alejandro was high energy, brought us on a super comfortable boat, and made us spectacular sandwiches and sweet treats just because he was super sweet- another excellent tour.
Sorrento- we took a cooking class with maybe Julia? I can't remember her name, but that was another awesome experience. Her home was amazing, and her lessons were something we will never forget.
Capri tour guide Marcella- so much fun! She called us family immediately upon pick up and we had a blast the whole day with her.
Everyone you booked for us was excellent. We loved our trip to Italy.

Hotel Review
Maison Kalea
Sorrento

Our room was extremely clean, and a great size with a huge private balcony. Breakfast was excellent, and the staff was friendly. Hotel is also an easy 7-minute walking distance to the Sorrento district which is full of shops and restaurants.

Authenticity & Character
Fully of colors and tastefully decorated
Location
Easy walking distance to the main street of Sorrento
Staff
Kind and friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Most comfortable bed our of our 4 different hotel stays- we slept well!
Local specialist: Anita Matijasevic
Anita
Anita Matijasevic
Local specialist in Madrid & Florence | Replied on Jul 20, 2026

Hi Wendy,
Thank you for sharing your trip review! 😊
I’m happy to hear each of the guides made your experience so special and that Maison Kalea was a great fit for your stay on the Amalfi Coast. Thank you again for trusting me with your vacation. It was a pleasure planning it for you, and I hope to help you create another amazing adventure in the future! I wish you all the best!! Anita

Everything was planned perfectly- there is no...
Italy | Jun 22 - Jul 7, 2026

Danielle
Danielle R.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 14, 2026
Everything was planned perfectly- there is no way we would have seen or done as much as we did without Rita and Manuela!
The trip was perfectly tailored to my children’s age and I would not hesitate to use this service again!
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Everything was planned perfectly- there is no way we would have seen or done as much as we did without Rita and Manuela!
The trip was perfectly tailored to my children’s age and I would not hesitate to use this service again!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Politeama
Palermo
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Taormina Panoramic Hotel
Taormina
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Piazza Bellini & Apartments
Naples
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Be Mate Apartments
Rome
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Le Clark Hotel
Paris
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Giafra Sicilian Luxury Rooms
Agrigento
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Explore Pompeii with an Archaeologist
Explore Pompeii with an Archaeologist
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
A Family Day in Ancient Rome: Colosseum & Forum Experience
A Family Day in Ancient Rome: Colosseum & Forum Experience
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Taste Palermo: Market & Street Food Experience
Taste Palermo: Market & Street Food Experience
Italy
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Neapolitan Pizza Making Class
Neapolitan Pizza Making Class
Naples
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The Vatican Unveiled:  From  Vatican Museum to Sistine Chapel
The Vatican Unveiled: From Vatican Museum to Sistine Chapel
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Big Mama was the best with the kids!
Local specialist: Rita Pagano
Rita
Rita Pagano
Local specialist in Naples & Madrid | Replied on Jul 17, 2026

Dear Danielle, thank you so much for your kind words and feedback! It was a real pleasure organizing everything for you, and I’m so glad you enjoyed the overall experience. Hope to help you plan your next trip in the future. All my best, Rita🥰

Portugal
Portugal | Jun 22 - Jun 28, 2026

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Lisa V.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 09, 2026

Our specialist was knowledgeable and recommended some great activities that we did not think of.
All of our guides were amazing. Everything went flawlessly. Great trip!

Local specialist: Janelle Norman
Janelle
Janelle Norman
Local specialist in Madrid, Spain | Replied on Jul 17, 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words, Lisa!

It was such a pleasure helping you plan your Portugal adventure, and I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the activities and guides, they're a big part of what makes a trip truly memorable.

Thank you for trusting me with your travels, and I hope to help you plan another adventure in the future. Safe travels until next time!

Stellar Family Trip to Spain
Spain | May 24 - Jun 6, 2026

Andrea
Andrea S.
Louisville, KY, USA | Reviewed on Jul 08, 2026
Our family was thrilled with our recent trip to Spain planned by Marina. We had the perfect amount of busy days and relaxing days. Some of our most memorable moments were-
kayaking and snorkeling in Costa Brava followed by relaxing on the beach. We loved our guide Stepan and he was so wonderful with the kids in the water and showing them about the plants and animals in the area.
the tapas tour in Barcelona - food and people were all wonderful! Boris had a great outgoing personality and...
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Our family was thrilled with our recent trip to Spain planned by Marina. We had the perfect amount of busy days and relaxing days. Some of our most memorable moments were-
kayaking and snorkeling in Costa Brava followed by relaxing on the beach. We loved our guide Stepan and he was so wonderful with the kids in the water and showing them about the plants and animals in the area.
the tapas tour in Barcelona - food and people were all wonderful! Boris had a great outgoing personality and really made everything so personalized and fun.
The Sagrada Familia was so beautiful.
The caves in Nerja were amazing, as was the town of Frigiliana. This was a great way to slow down a bit and enjoy the pace of a smaller town.
We loved Valencia and the Science museum campus.
In Madrid, we went to Euphoria - Art is in the Air, which is an inflatable art exhibition. It was so cool to see and interactive for the kids. We really want to see it again in Chicago.

Overall, we loved the people, food, sights, and lifestyle in Spain. We thank Marina so much, and all our guides, for a wonderful trip!

Hotel Reviews
Andante Hotel
Barcelona
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dear Hotel Madrid
Madrid
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Just a lot of issues at check in with AC not working and tvs not streaming. The rooms are not as great as other Spain hotels.
SAMAN HOTEL BOUTIQUE
Valencia

The staff here were VERY helpful on transportation guidance and recommendations

Authenticity & Character
The pool and courtyard are a surprising treat for a long day
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Molina Lario Hotel
Málaga

We loved the location of this hotel and had the BEST corner front room

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Boutique Hotel Luna Granada Centro
Granada

Simple but thoughtful design. The pool is a little small, but the location is very good and staff were helpful

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Barcelona for Kids: Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia & Park Güell
Barcelona for Kids: Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia & Park Güell
Barcelona
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover Nerja & Frigiliana: Andalusian White Villages
Discover Nerja & Frigiliana: Andalusian White Villages
Spain
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Costa Brava: Kayaking, Snorkeling & Scenic Coastal Walks
Explore Costa Brava: Kayaking, Snorkeling & Scenic Coastal Walks
Spain

We loved this chance to see and swim in the coast. Stepan was great with our kids. The landscape was beautiful and we had such a nice day on Costa Brava. It was not crowded and we had a great meal after on the beach.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was so great with the kids - answering their questions, helping them with the kayak, pulling them around in the kayak, talking to them about the marine and plant life. Terrific!
Transport
Guided Visit of Alhambra for Families
Guided Visit of Alhambra for Families
Spain

The Alhambra is such a beautiful place to see and walk around in. And I loved learning about the history and culture that shaped it. I would not visit here with young children, unless they are very much into walking around and looking at buildings. It's hard for children that need more movement and action.

Quality of Experience
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Transport
Kids’ Journey Through Madrid with Activities & Snacks
Kids’ Journey Through Madrid with Activities & Snacks
Madrid

This was the best way to see some of Madrid's sights while also keeping the kids engaged and interested. We loved this tour and it was the perfect length for time and distance.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She did an amazing job with the games and scavenger hunt style work for the kids. They loved looking for the answers each place we went.
Transport
Taste Barcelona: Authentic Tapas & Neighborhood Walk
Taste Barcelona: Authentic Tapas & Neighborhood Walk
Barcelona

Perfect first night activity in Barcelona

Quality of Experience
Food and each location were wonderful!
Food
EVERYTHING! The fried tomatoes, spinach croquetas, and morcilla. All the wine of course! And vermouth
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Boris was funny, knowledgeable and just genuinely great to be on tour with
Transport
Traditional Tile Painting Experience
Traditional Tile Painting Experience
Granada

A fun way to learn about the tile and get to sit down and relax with art

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Marina Courtaut
Marina
Marina Courtaut
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Jul 16, 2026
Hi Andrea! Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! It was an absolute pleasure helping your family plan your adventure through Spain 🤩 Your kind words about Stepan and Boris mean so much, and I'll be sure to pass along your compliments. Thank you as well for your honest feedback about Dear Hotel Madrid. We appreciate you letting us know about the issues you experienced at check-in, as comments like yours help us continue improving the experiences we... Read more

Hi Andrea! Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! It was an absolute pleasure helping your family plan your adventure through Spain 🤩

Your kind words about Stepan and Boris mean so much, and I'll be sure to pass along your compliments. Thank you as well for your honest feedback about Dear Hotel Madrid. We appreciate you letting us know about the issues you experienced at check-in, as comments like yours help us continue improving the experiences we recommend.

It was a pleasure being part of your family's journey, and I hope to welcome you back to Spain—or help you discover another amazing destination—in the future. Wishing your family many more wonderful adventures together! Warmest regards, Marina🤗

Sun, Sand & Sangria
Spain | Jun 22 - Jul 2, 2026

Erica
Erica H.
Houston, TX, USA | Reviewed on Jul 06, 2026
Wonderful trip planned by KimKim! Response time was very fast in the planning stages. We loved all of the options we ended up going with. Few things, one of our tours mentioned that we needed to buy tickets to a park although we did not. 2 of our excursions were rescheduled and the updated information was provided by me (not them) — resulting in almost missing a boat day due to this miscommunication. We were on our own for these. We picked hotels with only AC and 2 of the hotels did... Read more

Wonderful trip planned by KimKim! Response time was very fast in the planning stages. We loved all of the options we ended up going with.

Few things, one of our tours mentioned that we needed to buy tickets to a park although we did not. 2 of our excursions were rescheduled and the updated information was provided by me (not them) — resulting in almost missing a boat day due to this miscommunication. We were on our own for these.

We picked hotels with only AC and 2 of the hotels did not have good AC. Need to triple check reviews before booking if AC is your priority.

Overall, great trip! Thank you for the assistance!

Hotel Reviews
Andante Hotel
Barcelona

4 girls in early thirties from Texas visiting Spain for girls trip. Pros: - good breakfast - great location, walking distance to a lot - we wanted early check in but our room wasn’t available so we were offered an upgrade and we took it. However, the room was extremely hot. Cons: - AC is NOT GOOD. This hotel is advertised to have AC however, the room stayed very warm and stuffy no matter how low we turned it down. The summer is hot so if AC is your priority, highly recommend looking elsewhere. - location in the city is loud, bring air plugs - rooms kinda small, but manageable!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Walking g distance to a lot. Kind of loud. Homeless people in area.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
advertised to have AC however, was not cool in the rooms whatsoever.
Hotel Torre Del Mar
Ibiza Town

Our favorite hotel we stayed at! Large, resort feel. Had all of the amenities we like. Rooms were big and AC was COLD (this is a priority for us) Loved the location, the people, the food as well. Our favorite hotel of our stay!!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
GOOD AC!!!
Belle Marivent Mediterranean Petit Hotel
Palma de Mallorca

Hotel is advertised to have AC, however the rooms were very very warm & slightly uncomfortable our whole stay. The rooms are TINY- had to play Tetris to get all of our belongings situated. The bathroom, shower, and sink all in the hallway was a little odd. However, we managed! Breakfast next door was the best breakfast we had. Very kind staff at hotel and the restaurant. Great hotel, just small and hot.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very small rooms. AC did not cool the rooms.
Activity Reviews
Montserrat & Penedès: Nature, Devotion & Cava
Montserrat & Penedès: Nature, Devotion & Cava
Barcelona

Great tour!! Marcel was great. The description said we needed to buy tickets to Montserrat, however, our tour guide had them so I’m glad we didn’t waste our money buying them in advance.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Park Güell with an Expert: Discover Gaudí’s Living Masterpiece
Park Güell with an Expert: Discover Gaudí’s Living Masterpiece
Barcelona

Loved this tour, Ruth was so kind and a great story teller!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Your Mediterranean Party Boat in Ibiza
Your Mediterranean Party Boat in Ibiza
Ibiza

This boat party was rescheduled a day prior. Luckily we were still in town for our rescheduled day. Kimkim did not notify us of the change as I was notified via WhatsApp. I then notified Kimkim of the change. The departure port was not updated by KimKim in our app, resulting in us almost missing the boat due to this lack of communication.

Quality of Experience
Communication from KimKim on the changes
Food
Our lunch was forgotten about, even that we upgraded our package.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Boat staff was somewhat rude. We upgraded so we could have a place to lay and put our belongings and staff seemed somewhat annoyed. They also forgot to get us the pallela lunch served.
Transport
The updated port departure was not updated by KimKim which almost resulted us in missing our boat.
Discover Ibiza Town by Bike
Discover Ibiza Town by Bike
Ibiza

Great tour!! We had to reschedule last minute and staff was incredibly accommodating. Really loved riding the electric bikes around the island.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mallorca by Sea: A Boutique Sailing, Tapas & Snorkeling Experience
Mallorca by Sea: A Boutique Sailing, Tapas & Snorkeling Experience
Spain

Really enjoyed this boat day. Preferred the small group. Would’ve been nice upfront to know that the drinks were not included in the package.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Could’ve probably used a third staff to be a bit more accommodating.
Transport
Hike Tramuntana & its Mountains Villages
Hike Tramuntana & its Mountains Villages
Spain

Tour was great! Nina was excellent.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Raquel Aceituno
Raquel
Raquel Aceituno
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Jul 06, 2026

Hola Erica! Thanks so much for taking the time to share the highlights of your trip and feedback with pictures, great! I am glad to know that you and your girls had a great time exploring Spain. It was a pleasure for us creating this experience with you and hopefully, we get in touch again for future adventures x All the best, Raquel

Our trip to Portugal
Portugal | Jun 18 - Jun 27, 2026

Doris
Doris S.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
Our trip to Portugal, visiting Lisbon, the Algrave, and Porto was totally wonderful. In both Lisbon and Porto, we had walking tours with guides who were quite knowledgeable and entertaining. In Lisbon we visited the Earthquake Museum, toured many churches and historic sites, and ate many delicious traditional meals. In the Algrave, we visited the Chapel of Bones in Evora, and stayed in a spacious beach apartment in Lagos. We had a boat tour along the beautiful coast of Portugal and spent... Read more

Our trip to Portugal, visiting Lisbon, the Algrave, and Porto was totally wonderful. In both Lisbon and Porto, we had walking tours with guides who were quite knowledgeable and entertaining. In Lisbon we visited the Earthquake Museum, toured many churches and historic sites, and ate many delicious traditional meals. In the Algrave, we visited the Chapel of Bones in Evora, and stayed in a spacious beach apartment in Lagos. We had a boat tour along the beautiful coast of Portugal and spent a day on a scenic Portuguese beach. In Porto, we had a food tour and did a Port tasting across the river in Gaia. Then we had a tour of the beautiful Pineda-Garês N’ational Park, where we swam in a waterfall pool and had a delicious lunch. And of course, we did lots of shopping everywhere we went!

The finishing touch was the agency helping us retrieve a beloved bracelet my granddaughter left in our hotel room. This was far beyond our expectations and we greatly appreciate this extra effort. Highly recommend traveling with Kim Kim!

Local specialist: Hector Molina
Hector
Hector Molina
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Jun 30, 2026
Hi Doris, Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful trip and that your time in Portugal was such a special experience. It was truly a pleasure to help you plan this journey, and it means a great deal to know that you enjoyed each of the activities in your own unique way. I'm also very pleased to hear that our support team was there for you whenever you needed assistance and helped make your trip as smooth and enjoyable as... Read more

Hi Doris,

Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful trip and that your time in Portugal was such a special experience.

It was truly a pleasure to help you plan this journey, and it means a great deal to know that you enjoyed each of the activities in your own unique way.

I'm also very pleased to hear that our support team was there for you whenever you needed assistance and helped make your trip as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

I hope the memories of this journey stay with you for many years to come, and I would be delighted to help you plan another unforgettable adventure in the future.

Warm regards,
Héctor