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Good Vibes Tours

Being Good Vibes Tours agency we generate positive energy and put it into each itinerary to the United Kingdom we tailor for you.

We will become a source of pure joy and inspiration whether you're a solo adventurer, a loved-up couple seeking a romantic escape or a family looking for fun-filled activities, we have the know-how to create a trip that caters to your every need, and then some! Our aim is to ensure that your holiday exceeds your expectations!

We believe that the key way that travel promotes good vibes is by providing travellers with opportunities to connect with others. Whether you are meeting locals in a new city, bonding with fellow travellers on a group tour, or simply sharing stories and experiences with your travel companions, travel has a way of bringing people together and fostering a sense of community and connection. This can be incredibly uplifting and inspiring, and we feel especially proud for the chance to become your "reliable local friend" and fulfil your trip with the best routes, accommodations and tours and simply make your dreams come true.

Good Vibes Tours is part of the following groups: Ireland Travel Agents, United Kingdom Travel Agents, Scotland Travel Agents

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Recent Trip Reviews for Good Vibes Tours

Initially, I was a bit hesitant to use an onl...
Scotland | May 8 - May 16, 2025

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Cheryl C.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on May 18, 2025
Initially, I was a bit hesitant to use an online travel planner, but after working with Tania, I’m completely converted—she’ll be my go-to for any future trips to Europe. From the very beginning, she made the process smooth and personal. We had several detailed conversations where she really listened to what I wanted, and then she presented thoughtful, well-researched options for each of the towns we wanted to visit. Tetiana handled all the logistics, booking five great hotels, several... Read more

Initially, I was a bit hesitant to use an online travel planner, but after working with Tania, I’m completely converted—she’ll be my go-to for any future trips to Europe. From the very beginning, she made the process smooth and personal. We had several detailed conversations where she really listened to what I wanted, and then she presented thoughtful, well-researched options for each of the towns we wanted to visit.

Tetiana handled all the logistics, booking five great hotels, several activities, and providing us with a thorough outline of things to do and places to see. Every recommendation hit the mark. Some of our highlights included a fantastic guided tour of Edinburgh, visiting Holyrood Palace, and hiking up Arthur’s Seat. The Isle of Skye was another standout with its breathtaking scenery and incredible hikes.

What really set Tetiana apart was her support during the inevitable travel hiccups—lost luggage, a flat tire, and other minor issues. She was just a message away and always ready with helpful advice and calm reassurance. It made such a difference to know we had someone in our corner throughout the trip.

I can’t recommend Tetiana highly enough. She made our Scotland trip not just easier, but better in every way.

Hotel Review
Apex Waterloo Place
Edinburgh

Great location, nice hotel.

Activity Review
Edinburgh Castle & Old Town Private Tour
Edinburgh Castle & Old Town Private Tour
Edinburgh

Shanna was great. Perfect for the first day.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Tetiana Smal

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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Location
Just down the road from Bunratty castle!
Staff
Very kind and helpful. Offered great suggestions for seeing Bunratty and Limerick!
Cleanliness & Comfort
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.

Authenticity & Character
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.
Staff
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!
Cleanliness & Comfort
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

Our trip was good, but not without issues
Ireland | May 2 - May 8, 2025

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Noelle N.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on May 08, 2025
Our trip was amazing however there were some issues.
- originally our hotel in Glasgow was booked 2.5 hours away from the center of Glasgow. We noticed it and the specializes fixed it
- we scheduled a walking tour in Dublin. We waited 45 minutes and no n one showed up, so we thought. Apparently the guide was there but there was no sign or way to recognize her. When we spoke to our specialist later she said she was wearing a pink sweater. No on told us what she would be wearing
- KIMKIM...
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Our trip was amazing however there were some issues.
- originally our hotel in Glasgow was booked 2.5 hours away from the center of Glasgow. We noticed it and the specializes fixed it
- we scheduled a walking tour in Dublin. We waited 45 minutes and no n one showed up, so we thought. Apparently the guide was there but there was no sign or way to recognize her. When we spoke to our specialist later she said she was wearing a pink sweater. No on told us what she would be wearing
- KIMKIM did not refund us the entire amount
- when we arrived at our first hotel they charged us for the stay which we had already paid for. So essentially we paid for the hotel twice. KIMKIM refunded us, not sure now if is is the correct amount since we are still on our trip. In addition KIMKIM refunded the wrong credit card and would not correct it.
-When we arrived at one of our hotels, they on l y had a booking for one person. Fortunately the hotel had a room for 2.

Hotel Reviews
The Spencer Hotel
Dublin 1
Authenticity & Character
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Maldron Hotel
Galway
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Barberstown Castle Hotel
Straffan, Co. Kildare
Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Connemara National Park & Kylemore Abbey Day Tour
Connemara National Park & Kylemore Abbey Day Tour
Galway
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cliffs of Moher Half Day Trip
Cliffs of Moher Half Day Trip
Galway
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Jameson Distillery Bow St. Dublin Tour
Jameson Distillery Bow St. Dublin Tour
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Aleksandra Shebaltseva

# Enchanting Journey Through the UK Countryside: A Perfect Escape Planned by Aleksandra​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
England | Apr 24 - May 2, 2025

Libbie
Libbie M.
Alhambra, AZ | Reviewed on May 07, 2025
I've tightened up your text by removing filler words while preserving the tone and content: Aleksandra helped us craft a picture perfect trip to the UK countryside. From the earliest planning phases, she listened to understand the experience we wanted and created a customized itinerary that ticked every box. We started and ended our trip in London, and while we enjoyed the city's bustle, our focus was the countryside. We began in Castle Combe at The Manor House. Aleksandra planned a... Read more

I've tightened up your text by removing filler words while preserving the tone and content:

Aleksandra helped us craft a picture perfect trip to the UK countryside. From the earliest planning phases, she listened to understand the experience we wanted and created a customized itinerary that ticked every box.

We started and ended our trip in London, and while we enjoyed the city's bustle, our focus was the countryside.

We began in Castle Combe at The Manor House. Aleksandra planned a memorable afternoon tea - one of the trip's absolute highlights. The grounds were beautiful and staff incredibly kind.

Aleksandra arranged a day trip led by Matthias at Galahad Tours. We visited picturesque villages and appreciated the historical context from Matthias. We'll recommend his company to every friend visiting the Cotswolds. Other highlights included Hidcote Gardens and Warwick Castle. We explored public footpaths and encountered local sheep - magical.

We visited Hebden Bridge and Heptonstall in West Yorkshire, chatting with locals in pubs. In York, we absorbed the city's rich history. Aleksandra arranged another tour through the Yorkshire Dales with driver Rob, who proudly showcased his beloved region. Highlights included Bolton Castle (a must!) and the town where they film All Creatures Great and Small - during filming day!

Aleksandra's thoughtful planning made us feel cared for throughout the journey. I highly recommend working with her and booking her private transfers between locations, which made the trip more relaxing and enjoyable.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

We will most definitely be back. Thanks, Aleksandra!

Hotel Review
The Manor House
Castle Combe

This place is an absolute must visit. With every creak of the historical floorboards, to the beautiful grounds and rooms, we felt like we’d taken a trip back in time. The proximity to the Castle Combe village is ideal, and the staff is intuitive and kind. Be sure to book afternoon tea while you’re here, and enjoy a few meals on-site. I left wishing I could just move all of my belongings in and take up residence. This place was magical, and a real trip highlight.

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Local specialist: Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Aleksandra
Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Local specialist in England | Replied on May 17, 2025

Dear Libbie and Lindsay,

Your words are truly honey to my ears! The journey you took through the charming corners of old England is indeed such a wonderful example of immersive, authentic travel. I'm absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the local tours so much and that your experience has inspired you to keep exploring.

Rest assured, I’ll be right here if you need me for anything else — always happy to assist you on your next adventure!

Sincerely,
Aleksandra

We Couldn't Have Been More Pleased with Our Trip to Scotland!
Scotland | Apr 12 - Apr 18, 2025

Jim
Jim L.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on May 04, 2025
Our recent trip to Scotland was an absolute dream come true, and a huge part of that is owed to the exceptional service we received from KimKim, and especially our travel agent, Tetiana. From the very beginning of the planning process, Tetiana was incredibly responsive, always getting back to our questions and requests promptly and with detailed, helpful information. It was clear that she was dedicated to creating the perfect trip for us. The itinerary Tetiana put together was truly... Read more

Our recent trip to Scotland was an absolute dream come true, and a huge part of that is owed to the exceptional service we received from KimKim, and especially our travel agent, Tetiana. From the very beginning of the planning process, Tetiana was incredibly responsive, always getting back to our questions and requests promptly and with detailed, helpful information. It was clear that she was dedicated to creating the perfect trip for us.

The itinerary Tetiana put together was truly outstanding. She listened carefully to what we wanted to experience in Scotland, and she crafted a journey that perfectly captured the essence of the country. We were able to see stunning landscapes, explore historic castles, and immerse ourselves in the vibrant Scottish culture, all thanks to her expertise. It was evident that she has in-depth knowledge of Scotland and a real passion for sharing its beauty with others.

The KimKim website itself was also a pleasure to use. The entire process, from the initial inquiry to booking our trip, was extremely easy and seamless. The platform is user-friendly, intuitive, and well-organized, which made planning our vacation stress-free and enjoyable. We felt supported and well-informed every step of the way.

We are beyond satisfied with our experience with KimKim, and we will definitely be using their services again for our next vacation. Tetiana's dedication, responsiveness, and expertly crafted itinerary, combined with KimKim's user-friendly website, made this trip to Scotland an unforgettable adventure. We highly recommend KimKim to anyone looking for a personalized and exceptional travel experience.

Local specialist: Tetiana Smal
Tetiana
Tetiana Smal
Local specialist in London | Replied on May 07, 2025
Dear Jim, Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words and for taking the time to share your experience it truly means the world to me! I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that your trip to Scotland was everything you dreamed of and more. It was a real joy working with you and Jennifer to bring this journey to life, and I’m so glad the itinerary captured the spirit of what you hoped to experience. Scotland has a special kind of magic, and knowing you were able to connect with its... Read more

Dear Jim,

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words and for taking the time to share your experience it truly means the world to me!

I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that your trip to Scotland was everything you dreamed of and more. It was a real joy working with you and Jennifer to bring this journey to life, and I’m so glad the itinerary captured the spirit of what you hoped to experience. Scotland has a special kind of magic, and knowing you were able to connect with its landscapes, history, and culture so deeply is the greatest reward.

It was also a pleasure collaborating with you throughout the planning process—your enthusiasm, openness, and thoughtful feedback made it easy and enjoyable to create a trip that reflected your interests and style. I'm delighted that the KimKim platform also supported a smooth and seamless experience for you.

Thank you again for your trust and your kind recommendation. I would be honored to help plan your next adventure whenever you're ready. Until then, I hope the memories from this trip continue to bring joy to you and Jennifer!

Warmest regards,
Tetiana

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

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

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

Hotel Reviews
Amano Covent Garden
London

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

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Malmaison Oxford
Oxford

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

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Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Bournemouth

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

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Henrietta House, a member of Radisson Individuals
Bath

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

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Denbies Vineyard Hotel
London, Surrey

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hi Stephanie,

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

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

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

Wishing you both many more incredible travels!

Best,
Kate

Alexandra helped us plan our trip from start ...
England | Apr 3 - Apr 12, 2025

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Steve F.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025
Alexandra helped us plan our trip from start to finish, listening to the type of trip we wanted, helping with trains/flights/inns, making recommendations. Very detail oriented and lovely to deal with.
Alexandra was also extremely responsive in a very timely fashion, without exception.
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Alexandra helped us plan our trip from start to finish, listening to the type of trip we wanted, helping with trains/flights/inns, making recommendations. Very detail oriented and lovely to deal with.
Alexandra was also extremely responsive in a very timely fashion, without exception.

Hotel Reviews
The Grafton Arms Pub & Rooms
London

We only stayed one night. Hostess was fabulous in that she checked us right in, which allowed us to take a much needed nap after flying through the night. The room was clean, well appointed. Only issue is that building is very old with steep stairs and any older person with ortho issues may not find it feasible. Notably, the hostess lugged my 35 lb suitcase up the stairs like it was a pillow.

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Gwynfryn
Conwy

this inn is wonderful. the breakfast was delicious. the room was spacious, lovely, view of castle and roof tops. I would not want to stay in this room in warm weather as it is on 3rd floor and no A/C. The gulls were loud on the roof tops and their screams were actually welcome. the area was so beautiful, we wanted to get up early and get going. old building with steep stairs not good for anyone with joint issues. the staff was lovely, friendly, helpful. the restaurant (chapel area for breakfast) amazing with organ, lovely wood, everything just beautiful. very convenient to train station.

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Brindleys
Bath

Lovely inn. Great breakfast A bit on the periphery of Bath Center but as a result, very quiet. Adrian, host, was very helpful and gave suggestions including walking tour which was fabulous. Room was basic. Overlooked back which was really no view at all. Room was clean and comfortable, we heard owls.

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Minster Walk Guest House
York

Location was great. Walkable to pretty much everything-- Cathedral, Shambles, Jorvik museum, gardens. The living area was very old and comfortable The pub next door was great and friendly. The staff/host also very kindly and friendly. Breakfast was good. My only issue was the tight quarters of our room. The room was clean, old, bed very comfy...just a bit tight and difficult to move around. would I take a bigger room and give up the location? No.

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Activity Reviews
Full-Day Yorkshire Dales Tour from York
Full-Day Yorkshire Dales Tour from York
York

this tour was very nice the tour guide very knowledgable lovely views my only suggestion is that the driving be decreased and the tour stops longer than 20 minutes. I would have loved to spend more time in Grassington. I could have done without the Wallace and Grommet cheese place

 Cotswolds Experience from Bath, full day
Cotswolds Experience from Bath, full day
Bath

Kevin was a great tour guide. loved the stops overall beautiful scenery

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Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York
Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York
York

unfortunately, we did not go we chose to further explore York

Thermae Spa's rooftop pool
Thermae Spa's rooftop pool
England

didn't go. unfortunately too tired after long day of travel

Local specialist: Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Aleksandra
Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Local specialist in England | Replied on Apr 25, 2025

Hi Steve,

Thank you so much for your incredible feedback! Your kind words truly mean a lot and will definitely help guide me in the future.

I'm so happy to know that you and Sherrie had such a great time in the UK, and I hope the trip becomes one of your most cherished memories. It was a real pleasure working with you both from start to finish, and I sincerely hope we’ll have the opportunity to plan another wonderful adventure together sometime down the road!

Warmest wishes,
Aleksandra

First time using KimKim
England | Apr 4 - Apr 12, 2025

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Mary M.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Apr 13, 2025
My husband and I are new to using a travel agent. We are used to doing it by ourselves, but we are getting older. Alexandra was very helpful and flexible throughout the entire process and helped us maneuver when we added our daughter to the trip. I would’ve preferred a little bit more transparency about the breakdown in cost. What was your commission rate? Is breakfast always included? Are the tips included or not? Didn’t want to double pay. It’s hard to optimize the price of the trip not... Read more

My husband and I are new to using a travel agent. We are used to doing it by ourselves, but we are getting older. Alexandra was very helpful and flexible throughout the entire process and helped us maneuver when we added our daughter to the trip. I would’ve preferred a little bit more transparency about the breakdown in cost. What was your commission rate? Is breakfast always included? Are the tips included or not? Didn’t want to double pay. It’s hard to optimize the price of the trip not knowing where you can improve on pricing. Having used KimKim for the first time, I’ll probably have better questions next time.

Dillon was our tour guide in the Cotswold’s However he was from Wales and I would’ve preferred more local information and history. He was more or less a driver for us for the day as opposed to a guide. He wanted to accommodate us where we wanted to go, but in a lot of cases, we didn’t know where to go.

Alex was very timely in all our transports. We were going to use him on our last free day to give him the business but he said it was going to be $60 an hour for his services plus waiting and an Uber we found out and used was $14. Could that have been an option for us through our entire trip?

The hotels were just as I asked for. Thank you.

Hotel Review
The Clermont London, Charing Cross
London

Very centrally located. Iconic.

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Activity Reviews
Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus
Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus
London

Could we have booked this ourselves? They were all over the place. That type of information would’ve been helpful.

Bridgerton Walking Tour
Bridgerton Walking Tour
England

He was a bit of a curmudgeon. Maybe he did this tour too many times and he was over it. The tour was not 2 1/2 hours but two hours. He wanted to stick completely to the Bridgerton highlights and no other questions were welcome. He didn’t seem too happy when he was touring us around

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Shakespeare's Stratford and Cotswolds Private Tour
Shakespeare's Stratford and Cotswolds Private Tour
England

See my comments

Local specialist: Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Aleksandra
Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Local specialist in England | Replied on May 04, 2025
Dear Mary, Thank you so much for your thoughtful comments—I truly appreciate the time you took to share them. I’m happy to clarify a few points. Please know that I completely understand your concerns, and throughout the entire planning process I endeavored to provide as much information as possible and remain fully transparent. At the outset of our work on your trip plan, I shared our typical rate structure and explained that our commission varies depending on the activities you choose and... Read more

Dear Mary,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful comments—I truly appreciate the time you took to share them.

I’m happy to clarify a few points. Please know that I completely understand your concerns, and throughout the entire planning process I endeavored to provide as much information as possible and remain fully transparent. At the outset of our work on your trip plan, I shared our typical rate structure and explained that our commission varies depending on the activities you choose and the total trip cost. Because our system calculates prices automatically, it can be challenging to pull out a detailed line‑by‑line breakdown, but I’m always here to help interpret any part of it.

Regarding meals, they are not always included—when they are, we make a clear note of it, since each property offers different meal packages. Likewise, tips are never built into our pricing; they remain entirely at your discretion, much as they are in restaurants.

You’re absolutely right that Uber can be a convenient way to get around. In many destinations it works seamlessly, but in a few places it’s either unavailable or occasionally unreliable—even when booked in advance. That’s why we also recommend local taxi or shuttle services as alternatives.

Thank you, too, for your sincere feedback about the guides. I’ll be sure to share your thoughts with our team as we continue to improve our service.

Above all, I hope that despite a few unclear moments, you found joy in your journey and brought home many warm memories. It was truly my pleasure to assist you!
Kimkim is always here whenever you’re ready to plan your next adventure.
Wishing you wonderful travels ahead!

With warmest regards,
Aleksandra

Great Trip!!
Scotland | Mar 10 - Mar 21, 2025

Linda
Linda H.
Brookhaven, GA | Reviewed on Apr 05, 2025
We had a great time in both Ireland and Scotland. Aleksandra was extremely helpful both before, during, and after our trip. She was accessible to help us arrange additional transportation during our trip and to answer any questions we had. The hotels that she booked were excellent and the itinerary was great. I would highly recommend using KimKim for your travel needs. Read more

We had a great time in both Ireland and Scotland. Aleksandra was extremely helpful both before, during, and after our trip. She was accessible to help us arrange additional transportation during our trip and to answer any questions we had. The hotels that she booked were excellent and the itinerary was great. I would highly recommend using KimKim for your travel needs.

Hotel Reviews
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Edinburgh

Great hotel in a perfect location for walking. Staff was extremely helpful and friendly.

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Kingsmills Hotel
Inverness

This was a nice hotel and was within walking distance of downtown Inverness if you enjoyed walking. It was about a 20 minute walk to the downtown area. Hotel was nice and the staff was friendly and helpful.

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Greshornish House Hotel
Edinbane

Hotel was in a beautiful location off the beaten path. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Room was very nice and spacious and the food served in the restaurant was very good.

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The Imperial Hotel
Cork

Awesome hotel in a perfect location. Great staff as well. Breakfast was very good and there was a really nice selection of pastries from the local English Market. Room was very spacious and comfortable.

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The Leinster
Dublin

Hotel was in a great location for walking and seeing the sites. Room was small, but very comfortable. The hotel was very nice and the staff were very helpful. Our flight was too early in the am to get to enjoy the breakfast.

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Activity Reviews
The Vaults Tour
The Vaults Tour
Edinburgh

Fun tour with a really great guide.

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Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal Cruise
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal Cruise
Inverness

Very enjoyable way to spend the morning.

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Local specialist: Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Aleksandra
Aleksandra Shebaltseva
Local specialist in England | Replied on Apr 10, 2025

Dear Linda,

Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! I’m truly happy to hear that you had such a wonderful journey. It was an absolute pleasure helping you plan such a special trip.

Wishing you many more delightful adventures ahead, and please know I'm here to assist with any future travels whenever the time comes.
Sincerely,
Aleksandra

Two Week Vacation to London and Scotland
Scotland | Mar 20 - Apr 2, 2025

Michelle
Michelle M.
Canada | Reviewed on Apr 04, 2025
Working with Tetiana for my first KimKim organized trip was wonderful. Absolutely great! Tetiana was very attentive regarding any questions I had. Her reply was always very quick and professional. During the planning months, Tetiana found options to suit our requests and needs and offered a lot of expertise. She know the UK very well and I am so happy with the suggestions she made.
We spent our first 6 days in London. Tetiana arranged for a private driver to pick us up at Heathrow and...
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Working with Tetiana for my first KimKim organized trip was wonderful. Absolutely great! Tetiana was very attentive regarding any questions I had. Her reply was always very quick and professional. During the planning months, Tetiana found options to suit our requests and needs and offered a lot of expertise. She know the UK very well and I am so happy with the suggestions she made.
We spent our first 6 days in London. Tetiana arranged for a private driver to pick us up at Heathrow and booked us in to very comfortable accommodations in Kensington. The location was perfect! The next day we had an amazing private driver named Dean take us out to Highclere Castle for a tour. I am a huge Downton Abbey fan so thoroughly enjoyed that day trip. The second day, Tetiana organized us for a Rabbies tour to The Cotswolds & Oxford. I was travelling with my 26 year old son, and we both enjoyed seeing this part of England very much! For the next few days, we figured out transit and made our way to all of the amazing sights we wanted to see in London.
Our second week was spent in Scotland. Tetiana arranged train tickets for us to head to Edinburgh. Any time I had uncertainties or questions, I communicated with Tetiana via Whatsapp and she helped us immediately. She arranged a walking tour for us that afternoon which was incredible! I asked Tetiana to help me find a real castle for us to stay in, and Melville Castle was perfect. Our two-bedroom suite was gorgeous and spacious and everything we did and saw in Edinburgh was just amazing. Our next three days were spent in Inverness. The Highlands of Scotland are just beautiful. The people were so incredibly friendly and I can't wait to go back!
Our last day was spent in London again and we really liked The Sanctuary House that Tetiana found for us. It is a very excellent location if anyone wants to be near all the most popular landmark sights.

I can't thank Tetiana enough! She followed my request list perfectly and Jackson & I had an stress-free, wonderful vacation.

Hotel Reviews
Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel
Inverness

Dated. I understand that Inverness is very old, but the rooms definitely need an upgrade. As well, the restaurant options were not what we expected. Breakfast was excellent, but in the evening the restaurants were too upscale for what we were looking for after long days out on tours. As well, the stairs with luggage were not expected. There is no elevator.

Authenticity & Character
This hotel definitely needs to be updated.
Location
Staff
Very attentive, kind and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Twin beds are very small. Rooms are very small. Bathroom is a great size though.
Ember Locke
London

This location is perfect. It is in the Kensington area with wonderful pubs, restaurants, grocery stores and easy transit access within minutes. It is safe and very walkable. The restaurant in this hotel is very good. There is also a wonderful coffee bar in the lobby.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms could use some updating. The hotel was kept very clean; the rooms are just dark and a bit dated.
Melville Castle
Edinburgh

The hotel itself was gorgeous. Staying in a castle was more affordable than I thought it would be and our two-bedroom suite was stunning! We dined at the downstairs restaurant on our last night there and the food was excellent! The Library bar is attractive and the atmosphere was casual and relaxing! I also loved that dogs were allowed and we got to visit with a few owners and snuggle their pups. My only disappointment was the staff. Michelle was a very nice receptionist, but the other staff members did the bare minimum. Our very first impression was disappointing. No one greeted us at check in or offered to help us with our bags. Two young people stood there and watched us, without offering help or even a "welcome or hello". There was an elevator, but we still had to manage our bags with 4 stairs into our suite on our own. The staff were younger and more interested in visiting with each other; their attentiveness was lacking. As well, the outside areas of the hotel were also lacking pride. The outer small buildings looked dishevelled; pieces of the roof broken off, hoses and pails lying around etc. Unforunately this was the view from our bedroom windows and that didn't leave a great impression. However, the daily cleaning service was perfect.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
As noted above. Our first impression was a receptionist who sat behind her desk and didn't acknowledge us until we said hello. Two other young people were on their phones and talking with each other but also didn't say hello or offer to help us with our bags. This was a disappointing first impression for our first time staying in a castle! The breakfast staff however were lovely and a lady named Michelle who worked later in the day & evening was very kind.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our two bedroom suite, the Library Bar and the breakfast room.
The Sanctuary House Hotel
London

Excellent location! Wonderful "extras" in the rooms that we didn't see at our other hotels.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Receptionist was "flat". Just not a great first impression when checking-in. The pub attached to the hotel had amazing, friendly staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our room was fabulous! Clean, great style, and really nicely stocked with extras!
Activity Reviews
Highclere Castle
Highclere Castle
London

I highly recommend this tour!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dean White was the driver our KimKim specialist hired for us and he was just so fun to be with.
Explore Glen Affric, Culloden, and Clava Cairns Tour
Explore Glen Affric, Culloden, and Clava Cairns Tour
Inverness

Absolutely LOVED this full day trip. Our guide Ryan was funny, an excellent driver and wonderful at engaging with the tourists!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Edinburgh Castle & Old Town Private Tour
Edinburgh Castle & Old Town Private Tour
Edinburgh

Our private walking tour was great! Our guide was on time, very enjoyable and informative. The only thing I would have liked is if it was booked at least half an hour to an hour sooner. We only had about 45 minutes at the castle once we got up there before closing time.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Stirling Private Tour
Stirling Private Tour
Edinburgh

Our private guide Michael was SO friendly and wonderful. He was personally from Stirling and loved living there. He picked us up at our hotel and was dressed so professional. After seeing Stirling Castle, he took us to a local bakery that was incredible and he was just so professional, experienced and funny! A Great Day!!! Loved the area and highly recommend seeing Wallace Monument and the castle!

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Churchill War Rooms & WW2 Westminster Small Group Tour
Churchill War Rooms & WW2 Westminster Small Group Tour
London

We misunderstood/so did Tetiana where we were suppose to meet our guide and didn't realize there was a one-hour walking tour involved before we went in to the War Rooms. Thankfully we found him just in time and it was all absolutely wonderful!!! :)

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The Vaults Tour
The Vaults Tour
Edinburgh

This was so cool! Great guide on this tour and really fascinating to even think people lived and existed in these vaults in the 1700's!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour
Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Small-Group Day Tour
Inverness

We had Ryan from Rabbies again on this trip. He is an amazing persona and an excellent, safe driver. We found this day far too long. Skye is nice, but being from Canada we didn't find it as "breath taking" as I had hoped. I think we could have spent the 12 hours doing something different and enjoyed that more. However, we met some really great people on the van tour and again, Ryan is the best tour guide we have ever had.

Quality of Experience
Our driver, Ryan.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Tetiana Smal
Tetiana
Tetiana Smal
Local specialist in London | Replied on Apr 05, 2025
Dear Michelle, Thank you so much for your wonderful words! It was an absolute pleasure working with you and Jackson to plan this special adventure through England and Scotland. Your enthusiasm and openness made the process not only smooth but genuinely fun! I loved helping bring your Downton Abbey dreams to life at Highclere Castle, finding that perfect stay in a real Scottish castle, and tailoring every step to fit your pace and interests. I’m so happy to hear that everything went... Read more

Dear Michelle,

Thank you so much for your wonderful words!

It was an absolute pleasure working with you and Jackson to plan this special adventure through England and Scotland. Your enthusiasm and openness made the process not only smooth but genuinely fun!

I loved helping bring your Downton Abbey dreams to life at Highclere Castle, finding that perfect stay in a real Scottish castle, and tailoring every step to fit your pace and interests. I’m so happy to hear that everything went smoothly and that you felt supported along the way—that means the world to me.

Thank you for trusting me (and Kimkim) with your travel plans. I already look forward to the next time we get to explore a new destination together!

Warmest wishes,
Tetiana