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High Point Holidays and Randonnees Outre-Manche

Since taking our first booking in 2007, High Point Holidays has grown from small beginnings in the Beaujolais region of France to cover active holidays across the UK France, and elsewhere in Europe.

We specialise in active holidays including hiking and cycling trips, mainly self-guided, where travellers immerse themselves in the local way of life, through our careful choice of accommodation, location, and routes.

We are a truly independent tour operator; not part of a large company. The majority of our holidays are set up or created by us based on our principles, so we have full control of all aspects of the trip from the choice of the guest house and transfers to the smaller key details.

The philosophy of the company has been clear from the beginning; to provide good quality, active holidays with a commitment to personal and flexible service. We create unique walking holidays with authentic local experiences.

We are here to help you every step of the way. You can contact us always, before, during and after your holiday, to ensure your satisfaction.

High Point Holidays and Randonnees Outre-Manche is part of the following groups: France Travel Agents, Ireland Travel Agents, Italy Travel Agents

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Recent Trip Reviews for High Point Holidays and Randonnees Outre-Manche

So pleased and thankful!
Scotland | May 16 - May 26, 2025

Lyndsay
Lyndsay C.
Canada | Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025
If you’re looking for an incredible trip, we can’t reccomend Kimkim enough! This was our first time using a travel planner, and it was the best decision we have ever made. We booked a 10 day Scotland honeymoon, and Salome took care of Eid everything. From thoughtful notes and upgrades, to taking the time to listen to exactly what experiences would make our time away perfect, to being available while we were away, we couldn’t not be more pleased. We will definitely be repeat customers! Read more

If you’re looking for an incredible trip, we can’t reccomend Kimkim enough! This was our first time using a travel planner, and it was the best decision we have ever made. We booked a 10 day Scotland honeymoon, and Salome took care of Eid everything. From thoughtful notes and upgrades, to taking the time to listen to exactly what experiences would make our time away perfect, to being available while we were away, we couldn’t not be more pleased. We will definitely be repeat customers!

Hotel Reviews
Leonardo City Edinburgh
Edinburgh

Excellent accommodations, attentive staff, delicious breakfast!

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Druid House B & B
Inverness

Our accommodations were amazing!! We loved the space, the big beautiful room and bathroom, and our host was so thoughtful! The on site massage was a lovely added touch!

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Cairngorm Hotel
Aviemore
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The Bosville Hotel
Portree

The food was absolutely incredible- location was perfect, and our accommodations were great!

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Lawriestone Guest House
Fort William

This was one of our all time favourite places to stay on our holiday. The view from the chairs in our room will forever live in our memories as one of our favorite spots in Scotland. Our hosts were so friendly and had great recommendations of places to visit and a great hike. We cannot recommend this guest house strongly enough!

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Angel's Share Hotel
New Town, Edinburgh

This hotel felt so upscale in downtown Edinburgh! We loved the chemex coffee in the room, the high ceilings, comfortable bed, and the restaurant downstairs was so lovely!

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Activity Reviews
Rothiemurchus by Horseback Trek
Rothiemurchus by Horseback Trek
Aviemore
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Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh
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Boat Ride Around the Canal & Loch Ness including a Visit to Urquhart Castle
Boat Ride Around the Canal & Loch Ness including a Visit to Urquhart Castle
Scotland

We loved the boat ride, the guide and information about the loch, and the time on the shore exploring the castle is highly recommended!

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Local specialist: Salomé Deroyer
Salomé
Salomé Deroyer
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Aug 26, 2025

Hi Lyndsay,
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review!
I'm so happy to hear that you and Michaela had such a lovely time celebrating your honeymoon in Scotland! 🤩
I love the photos you've shared, it's always such a pleasure for us to see trips turning to reality!
Thank you again so much for traveling with us, and I do look forward to working with you for future trips! 😊
All the best,
Salomé & the High Point Holidays Team

Another amazing trip ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ireland | Aug 9 - Aug 19, 2025

Deborah
Deborah F.
Wayne, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025
Another amazing trip using KimKim we had a fun filled adventure I recommend kimkim for any trip their personal touch to detail and times is suberb. Always readily available to answer any question or issues before during and after our trip. Jane worked timelessly with Kathleen to make this trip excellent her colleagues helped us during the trip with questions Kim Kim with always be my number one choice to use on any future trips thank you to all and especially to Jane for a memorable... Read more

Another amazing trip using KimKim we had a fun filled adventure I recommend kimkim for any trip their personal touch to detail and times is suberb. Always readily available to answer any question or issues before during and after our trip. Jane worked timelessly with Kathleen to make this trip excellent her colleagues helped us during the trip with questions Kim Kim with always be my number one choice to use on any future trips thank you to all and especially to Jane for a memorable experience

Hotel Reviews
Royal Scots Club
Edinburgh

Beautiful loved the detail throughout the hotel all staff was pleasant and extremely helpful the rooms were spotless

Authenticity & Character
Lovely the character and detail to keeping with the hotels old charm
Location
Perfect location
Staff
Always pleasant and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room was amazing it was clean and comfortable and perfectly setup
Fraser House Inverness
Inverness

This was my personal highlight stop of our trip beautiful area amazing home beyond my dreams

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful charm authentic bed and breakfast charming home
Location
Inverness riverfront beautiful area walking dustanxe to shopping eating and old charm church’s historic areas
Staff
Leila I can’t say enough her hospitality and friendliness always so helpful I for sure will be coming back to enjoy such a peaceful area
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms were beautifully arrangedd and comfortable newly renovated and such detail to charm and decor spotless clean
Clontarf Castle Hotel
Dublin 3

Although our time at clontarf was short it was beautiful

Authenticity & Character
Had the character original castle with details of authenticity perfect stay
Location
Location was out of the hustle bustle of Dublin was nice
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Castle Hotel
Dublin

Rooms were perfect for a large group

Authenticity & Character
Very clean and detail of authenticity
Location
Walkable to all areas of Dublin
Staff
Staff was very helpful and attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
Perfectly clean
Activity Reviews
Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh with a Top Local Guide
Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh with a Top Local Guide
Edinburgh

It was great

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Cliff of Moher tour from Dublin
Cliff of Moher tour from Dublin
Dublin
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Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour
Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour
Edinburgh
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The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle
The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle
Inverness

Besutiful

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Driver was fun and knowledge
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Day out on the Jacobite Train (of Harry Potter fame)
Day out on the Jacobite Train (of Harry Potter fame)
Ireland

It was a great tour only part that was not desirable was the train ride a lot of hype anout Harry Potter but was just a steam train ride on an oppressive hot day and the train had no windows that opened it was very hot

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Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Dublin: Afternoon Tea Vintage Bus Trip
Dublin: Afternoon Tea Vintage Bus Trip
Dublin

Loved this tour so unique and absolutely fun

Quality of Experience
Food was great
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Perfect and fun
Transport
Such a cute ride
Blarney Castle, Rock of Cashel & Cork Tour from Dublin
Blarney Castle, Rock of Cashel & Cork Tour from Dublin
Dublin
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Guinness & Jameson Irish Experience Tour
Guinness & Jameson Irish Experience Tour
Dublin

Funnnnnnn!!!!

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Night out at the Merry Ploughboy + Transport, show and a meal
Night out at the Merry Ploughboy + Transport, show and a meal
Dublin

Loved the everything about this night food staff singers and dancers so much fun

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Local specialist: Jane Davey
Jane
Jane Davey
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on Aug 25, 2025

Hi Deborah

What a lovely welcome back from my own vacation. Thank you for your kind words and detailed review. It was an absolute pleasure working with you all and delighted that the team and I were available to create such perfect memories for you all.

Look forward to working with you again in the future.

All the best, Jane

Scotland and Northern England Tour
Scotland | Aug 11 - Aug 20, 2025

Phil
Phil D.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025
We planned a 10-day (9 days + 1 flight day) self-drive tour in Scotland and Northern England with our two boys, 13 and 9. The planning experience with Stephen was great; the interactions were easy and he heard and adjusted with our feedback, though the changes were minimal given that the initial itinerary was close to spot on from our initial input. We really appreciated walking through the entire trip the week before departure and getting a few tips. We had a variety of accommodations, and... Read more

We planned a 10-day (9 days + 1 flight day) self-drive tour in Scotland and Northern England with our two boys, 13 and 9. The planning experience with Stephen was great; the interactions were easy and he heard and adjusted with our feedback, though the changes were minimal given that the initial itinerary was close to spot on from our initial input. We really appreciated walking through the entire trip the week before departure and getting a few tips. We had a variety of accommodations, and especially enjoyed the setting of the Bracken Hide Hotel in the highlands and the historic Ballaculich House apartment near Fort William. Having many breakfasts included along the way was much appreciated, as were the combination of self guided days, private tours, Castle tickets and free time. The brief guides of each area were truly helpful and our Edinburgh tour guide Gareth (EdinburghExpert) and Steve (Highland Wildlife & Birdwatch Safaris) in Aviemore were both standouts.

Local specialist: Stephen Molloy
Stephen
Stephen Molloy
Local specialist in Dorset and Lyon | Replied on Aug 26, 2025

Hi Phil,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review — I really appreciate it. We love working with the same guides you mentioned, and we try to use them as often as we can, so I’m delighted they stood out for you as well.

For me, one of the best parts of planning your trip was having our pre-trip video calls. They really helped me understand your needs perfectly and make sure the itinerary felt right for your family from the very start.

Please pass on my thanks also to your wife and the boys — cheers J, J and P as well!

Warm regards,
Stephen Molloy
HIGH POINT HOLIDAYS

Summer trip of whiskey and Guinness!
Ireland | Aug 2 - Aug 16, 2025

J
Jacqueline S.
West Park, FL | Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025
Jane planned a fantastic and thorough trip of the highlights of London, Edinburgh, and Ireland. Each city received the perfect amount of time with appropriate rest and active days. Fantastic experience overall! Read more

Jane planned a fantastic and thorough trip of the highlights of London, Edinburgh, and Ireland. Each city received the perfect amount of time with appropriate rest and active days. Fantastic experience overall!

Activity Review
A Literary Pub Tour of Dublin
A Literary Pub Tour of Dublin
Ireland

Fantastic tour! Guides were extremely knowledgeable and talented, so engaging!

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Local specialist: Jane Davey
Jane
Jane Davey
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on Aug 25, 2025

Hi Jacquline

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent trip. The team and I are super happy that you had a wonderful time while traveling. I must admit that I also loved the Literary Pub Tour.

We wish you many happy travels and would be delighted to work with you again in the future.

All the best from myself, Romane (your file manager), and the team!

Great trip, fun had by all....
Ireland | Aug 9 - Aug 19, 2025

Kathleen
Kathleen L.
Rutherford, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025
Well, I have to say your team at KimKim is by far the absolute best!!!!You were there for us 24/7 . I only needed you a couple of times, but you were only a call away and never left me waiting. Thank you from all of us for that. Our seats at the tattoo were awesome, as were the dinner show tickets at the Merry Ploughboy. Our tour guide, Robert , on the walking tour of Edinburgh Was informative and entertaining. Our stay at The Fraser House in Inverness was by far the favorite of everyone in... Read more

Well, I have to say your team at KimKim is by far the absolute best!!!!You were there for us 24/7 . I only needed you a couple of times, but you were only a call away and never left me waiting. Thank you from all of us for that. Our seats at the tattoo were awesome, as were the dinner show tickets at the Merry Ploughboy. Our tour guide, Robert , on the walking tour of Edinburgh Was informative and entertaining. Our stay at The Fraser House in Inverness was by far the favorite of everyone in my group. The rooms all faced the river, so we all had a view, at the cost of our hostess, Leah giving up her own room. She was absolutely amazing, and went far above her duties by even giving some of us a ride to the train station in lieu of ordering another taxi. She prepared a delicious breakfast each morning, even on a day we had to leave super early. So very friendly and accommodating. we would recommend her Fraser House 200%.

On the downside, the Jacobite train ride was not worth the trip. It took too long to get there for a 2 hour ride in a train that was way too hot( unseasonably arm weather) no air conditioning and no open windows. The attendants went up and down the isles wit a hand held fan with water spray. But we still had fun. We also did not get to do the afternoon tea at Edinburgh castle. They claim they sent an email, however, I did not receive it. It wouldn't have mattered, we were still in flight, and trying to get to the hotel. They said last seating was 12noon due to the tattoo, we were there about 12:05, but they wouldn't seat us. They said she would check to see if anyone read the email, and if not they, would issue a refund. I would appreciate if you would follow up on that, please.

Hotel Reviews
Castle Hotel
Dublin

Staff was very helpful, but the elevator was out of service when we checked in, but the staff carried our luggage up for us. Rooms were good, plenty of room, but the tub was very high to get into and out of (no separate shower) Maybe take age into consideration when assigning rooms. The elevator was working when we left. Breakfast was great, and they offered a buffet other than full Irish breakfast.

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Clontarf Castle Hotel
Dublin 3

We were impressed with this hotel. Was not what we expected as a haunted hotel, but, it had air conditioning, still gave a castle feel, and the food was delicious. Other than it's location to city center, we loved this hotel, and would have stayed the entire time.

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Fraser House Inverness
Inverness

AMAZING!!!!!!!! Location was perfect. Leah, the owner was extraordinary. She accommodated our schedule, even though it was earlier than her normal hours, she helped us with reservations, recommended laces to eat and see, and even used her own vehicle to get some of us to the train station. If there is a higher than 5 * rating she deserves it....

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Royal Scots Club
Edinburgh
Authenticity & Character
Gave us a feel of history.
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Cliff of Moher tour from Dublin
Cliff of Moher tour from Dublin
Dublin

Amazing views. Quite windy.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Blarney Castle, Rock of Cashel & Cork Tour from Dublin
Blarney Castle, Rock of Cashel & Cork Tour from Dublin
Dublin

I've been to Blarney before, but the Rock of Cashel and Cork were new to me and I absolutely loved it. Lunch in Cork was coordinated perfectly which gave us ample time to return to the bus.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Gerry with a G was a fun driver, intent on getting everyone to the bus on time.
Transport
Guinness & Jameson Irish Experience Tour
Guinness & Jameson Irish Experience Tour
Dublin

Tour and tasting was great.

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Night out at the Merry Ploughboy + Transport, show and a meal
Night out at the Merry Ploughboy + Transport, show and a meal
Dublin

Show was awesome, and everyone in the group loved it. Food was good and a great ending to a great trip.Great transportation, even dropped us off at our hotel, saving us a walk.

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Food
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Dublin: Afternoon Tea Vintage Bus Trip
Dublin: Afternoon Tea Vintage Bus Trip
Dublin

So much fun, we all enjoyed the food and ride. Reese, Adam, Nicole and Pat were at our beck and call.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin

Ian our guide was informative and friendly

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Day out on the Jacobite Train (of Harry Potter fame)
Day out on the Jacobite Train (of Harry Potter fame)
Scotland

Too long a drive to get to for a 2 hour train ride with no air conditioning and no open windows. Mallaig would have been fun if we had more time there.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Tourkl was fun and gave us a good ride.
Transport
The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle
The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle
Inverness

The Isle of Skye was beautiful, and we got to see the fairy pool, also stopped at Talisker distillery, where we had a drink and purchased some whiskey..we stopped at Dunvegan castle instead of Eileen Donan although I don't remember why. and I think another stop was changed, one of my passengers mentioned disappointment.

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Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour
Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour
Edinburgh

Loved the Kelpies and Sterling Castle, and Loch Lomond. Full day, lots to see.

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Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh with a Top Local Guide
Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh with a Top Local Guide
Edinburgh

Robert was great, dressed in authentic kilt, made him super easy to find at the meeting point. Very informative and entertaining. Loved him.

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Local specialist: Jane Davey
Jane
Jane Davey
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on Aug 28, 2025
Hi Kathleen I am just returning to my desk today, after a wonderful two weeks relaxing. What a lovely surprise and welcome back, with your delightful trip review. Thank you for taking the time to review your trip in detail, as this truly assists the team and future travelers. Sounds like Fraser House really hit the high note with you all. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with you all and we are so happy that you had an amazing time making memories. Wishing you successful future... Read more

Hi Kathleen

I am just returning to my desk today, after a wonderful two weeks relaxing. What a lovely surprise and welcome back, with your delightful trip review.

Thank you for taking the time to review your trip in detail, as this truly assists the team and future travelers. Sounds like Fraser House really hit the high note with you all.

It has been an absolute pleasure to work with you all and we are so happy that you had an amazing time making memories.

Wishing you successful future travels and we look forward to working with you again in the future.

All the best, Jane, Romane (your file manager), and the Team!!!

Unforgettable trip to Ireland !
Ireland | Aug 1 - Aug 15, 2025

Shamma
Shamma L.
the United Arab Emirates | Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025
I planned our family trip to Ireland with Claire and from day one she realized all our needs and standards, and made sure to tick all the boxes. All the guides and drivers we had were brilliant, friendly and timely! The places and activities Claire suggested were just the right ones to give us an incredible and unforgettable memories. Everything was well organized and went smoothly, and even when we needed to add a last minute activity she was very accommodating and made sure it was... Read more

I planned our family trip to Ireland with Claire and from day one she realized all our needs and standards, and made sure to tick all the boxes. All the guides and drivers we had were brilliant, friendly and timely!

The places and activities Claire suggested were just the right ones to give us an incredible and unforgettable memories.

Everything was well organized and went smoothly, and even when we needed to add a last minute activity she was very accommodating and made sure it was all organized.

I will always highly recommend planning your trips with the Kim Kim team to be able to get the most of your travels.

Hotel Reviews
Glenlo Abbey
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Armada Hotel
Spanish Point
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection
Enniskerry
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Galway Food Tour
Galway Food Tour
Galway
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to Doolin
Welcome to Doolin
Doolin
Quality of Experience
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Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Doolin
Quality of Experience
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Transport
Private tour of Connemara (Sky Road, Kylemore Abbey and a Sheep dog Farm experience)
Private tour of Connemara (Sky Road, Kylemore Abbey and a Sheep dog Farm experience)
Galway
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Transfer/Taxi
Private Transfer/Taxi
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Traditional Irish Homemade Baking Scones and Bread (Kilcolgan)
Traditional Irish Homemade Baking Scones and Bread (Kilcolgan)
Ireland
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Adventure in Kilrush  ( Cliff and Coast Safari or  Scattery Island)
Private Adventure in Kilrush ( Cliff and Coast Safari or Scattery Island)
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Free time at Powerscourt Hotel
Free time at Powerscourt Hotel
Enniskerry
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Free time in Dublin
Free time in Dublin
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Irish National Stud & Gardens : The Irish Racehorse Experience
Irish National Stud & Gardens : The Irish Racehorse Experience
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private transfer for 3 travelers to Dublin Airport on August 15th
Private transfer for 3 travelers to Dublin Airport on August 15th
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Free time in Dublin
Free time in Dublin
Dublin
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
Private transfer for 3 travelers on July 31st
Private transfer for 3 travelers on July 31st
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Trinity College Library : The Book of Kells Experience
Trinity College Library : The Book of Kells Experience
Dublin
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Transport
Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Aug 22, 2025
Dear Shamma, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! I’m thrilled to hear that you and your family had an incredible trip to Ireland and that everything met your expectations. It was a pleasure working with you to create unforgettable memories, and I truly appreciate your kind words about the guides, drivers, and the overall organization. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re grateful for your trust in High Point Holidays and the Kim Kim team. If you ever plan... Read more

Dear Shamma,

Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! I’m thrilled to hear that you and your family had an incredible trip to Ireland and that everything met your expectations. It was a pleasure working with you to create unforgettable memories, and I truly appreciate your kind words about the guides, drivers, and the overall organization.

Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re grateful for your trust in High Point Holidays and the Kim Kim team. If you ever plan another adventure in Ireland, the UK, France or Italy, we’d love to help again!

Yours in travel,
Claire

A trip we could only pull-off with KimKim's help
Scotland | Jul 26 - Aug 2, 2025

Mary Sue
Mary Sue H.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025
Our tour of Ireland for our family of 11 was everything I hoped it would be and more. Our specialist Salome, and local specialist Marine-Heloise, were wonderful at helping us plan everything and then troubleshooting when we had to change some plans. I was able to be in touch with Kimkim while in Ireland to help us change some times and rearrange activities on the fly. We just couldn't have coordinated everything on our own, so it was so wonderful to have their knowledge, expertise, and local... Read more

Our tour of Ireland for our family of 11 was everything I hoped it would be and more. Our specialist Salome, and local specialist Marine-Heloise, were wonderful at helping us plan everything and then troubleshooting when we had to change some plans. I was able to be in touch with Kimkim while in Ireland to help us change some times and rearrange activities on the fly. We just couldn't have coordinated everything on our own, so it was so wonderful to have their knowledge, expertise, and local contacts to rely on.

Hotel Reviews
Randles Hotel Killarney
Co. Kerry

We loved this hotel and was within walking distance of most things in Killarney. It was beautifully appointed and so comfortable. Staff were gracious and so helpful. We loved the restaurant and especially the bar. They made the best martinis we had in Ireland.

Authenticity & Character
Very European in style and beautifully appointed
Location
convenient to everything with free parking underneath the hotel
Staff
Courteous and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
No complaints
Clayton Hotel Cork City
cork

Convenient location right on the edge of the tourist section. We experienced some problems though - including sidewalk and road work happening right outside the front door, which made foot and car traffic tricky. The air conditioning in the hotel rooms couldn't keep up with the summer heat, so two of our 4 rooms were unbearably hot at night. Also, two of our rooms on the back side of the hotel experienced terrible noise all night long from the homeless population that were camped out behind their rooms. They got no sleep! We were told at the front desk that they had security who would run off the homeless people if they bothered anyone, but we didn't know to ask them to do that until it was too late. Seems like if they know it's a problem for guests they would take care of it proactively. We would not stay there again and would not recommend it to anyone.

Authenticity & Character
It's just a big hotel
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
AC not working properly - hot rooms. Loud noises at night preventing sleep,
The Belvedere Hotel
Dublin

Very comfortable and spacious rooms. It's a bit far away from some of the main tourist sites but we were able to walk everywhere. Breakfast was good. Bar was ok. One of the bartenders was rude and refused to make us a martini. The next night the bar manager was there and did make us one, but would not do so according to our specifications. He insisted he had his own secret recipe and that we would love. But we really didn't love it and would have preferred the simpler version that we requested.

Authenticity & Character
It was nice enough but really didn't have any character
Location
Staff
less than helpful when asked to recommend dining locations, and one of the bartenders was rude.
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was fine. Big rooms but tight bathrooms.
Activity Reviews
Private Guided Tour of The Ring of Kerry
Private Guided Tour of The Ring of Kerry
Scotland

Our driver, Steven, was outstanding. He tailored the tour to suit our family so well. We couldn't have been happier.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Booster seats were provided for the young children in our group.
Kinsale Private Walking Food Tour
Kinsale Private Walking Food Tour
Kinsale

Our guide, Amanda, went above and beyond. We were not expecting her beautiful musical performance, but enjoyed it so much.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Falconry Adventures
Falconry Adventures
Killarney

This was a great activity for our family of 11, ranging in age from 73 to 7. Everyone got to handle the birds, and we learned so much about them.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Salomé Deroyer
Salomé
Salomé Deroyer
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Aug 14, 2025

Hi Mary Sue,
Thank you so much for your review and sharing some photos, I especially love the ones at the falconry! 😊
I had a great time planning this trip for you and your family, and I do hope you will remember it for a long time! I'm also thrilled you had such an amazing time with your different guides!
Thank you again so much for traveling with us, and I really hope that we will be able to work together again for future trips!
All the best,
Salomé & the High Point Holidays Team

our advisor Marianna was absolutely fantastic...
England | Jul 20 - Jul 27, 2025

Lori
Lori K.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
our advisor Marianna was absolutely fantastic! She assisted us all the way through from beginning to end of trip! The tours were fabulous and our guides for excursions were very knowledgeable and friendly. 5 star all the way!! Read more

our advisor Marianna was absolutely fantastic! She assisted us all the way through from beginning to end of trip! The tours were fabulous and our guides for excursions were very knowledgeable and friendly. 5 star all the way!!

Hotel Reviews
Wellington Hotel by Blue Orchid
London

The Wellington is located within walking distance to West Minster Abbey and the Eye and so many incredible things!!! And also close to the Victoria Station tube. The staff were very friendly.

Authenticity & Character
beautiful grounds and architecture
Location
walking distance to everything!!!!
Staff
very friendly!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Independent Hotel
Rome

The location is very close to the main bus terminal so makes it easy to get around! We enjoyed our balcony views and the breakfast in the morning is very delicious! I would've given it 5 stars if the bathroom would've had counter space...our bathroom only had a pedestal sink so it made it much more difficult to do daily routine bath things. Other than that it was really good.

Authenticity & Character
Location
close to public transportation
Staff
They were all friendly and helpful and bilingual
Cleanliness & Comfort
Just needed more bathroom counter space
Activity Reviews
Private transfer in Rome
Private transfer in Rome
Rome

Private transport to and from the airport is a must! They are super prompt and friendly.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
our guides and drivers were excellent!
Transport
Private transfer to your destination
Private transfer to your destination
England
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Rome with Golf Cart at Night with Pizza & Ice Cream
Rome with Golf Cart at Night with Pizza & Ice Cream
Rome

This was SO MUCH FUN!!!! Our guide took us to so many places!!! our tour ended up being 4 hours long!! That did include dinner and dessert, but she covered almost every square inch of the city for us. To see the coliseum at night was amazing!!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our tour guide's name was Flavia and she was amazing!! I highly recommend requesting her!
Transport
Colosseum Underground Tour with Arena, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Colosseum Underground Tour with Arena, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Rome

The Colosseum tour is a MUST!!!! We had our own private tour with Rosanna (??) (Roxi) and she was a treasury of knowledge!!! The tour is a must

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class in Piazza Navona
Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class in Piazza Navona
Rome

SO MUCH FUN!!!! and we met such a great couple from Italy! and you get to eat the food you make! ;)

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
we took public transport to this activity and my only suggestion is to make sure to give yourself about an hour+ before the class starts cause the bus stops often!! whew!!
Transport
Local specialist: Marianna Leccese
Marianna
Marianna Leccese
Local specialist in Nice | Replied on Jul 29, 2025

Hi Lori,

Thank you so much for your kind words! My team and I are thrilled to hear you had a wonderful trip. We really appreciate your detailed review, feedback like this helps us keep improving and doing our best. I'm glad you enjoyed the tour and had a great time with our trusted guides.

Looking forward to planning your next adventure together! 😊

Best,
Marianna

Rachel was a delight to work with in planning our Ireland trip
Ireland | Jul 11 - Jul 22, 2025

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Catherine G.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025
Rachel was a delight to work with in planning our trip. She listened to what we wanted to do and made it happen along with offering suggestions that were some of the highlights of our travels. We had a wonderful time in Ireland because of the careful planning that took the stress out of any details. Our trip plan not only included some great places to stay and wonderful experiences, it also included directions with time of travel. Read more

Rachel was a delight to work with in planning our trip. She listened to what we wanted to do and made it happen along with offering suggestions that were some of the highlights of our travels. We had a wonderful time in Ireland because of the careful planning that took the stress out of any details. Our trip plan not only included some great places to stay and wonderful experiences, it also included directions with time of travel.

Hotel Reviews
Wilder Townhouse
Dublin

Great boutique hotel out of the hustle and bustle of Dublin but also within walking distance of all the attractions. Lovely staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Monks Ballyvaughan
County Clare

Oh my, what a beautiful setting. Hotel was a great place to stay. Recommend the restaurant too.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lough Eske Castle Hotel

Loved our stay in the castle. The staff were attentive and unpretentious. Our room was well appointed and comfortable. The grounds were very beautiful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Titanic Hotel

A great stay at this historic hotel. It is even included as part of a tour from the Titanic museum across the street. Hallways were rather dark giving off the vibe of a dark ship. Room was beautiful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Dublin Food and Drink tour
Dublin Food and Drink tour
Dublin
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Trinity Trails & Book of Kells Guided Tour
Trinity Trails & Book of Kells Guided Tour
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Kylemore Abbey
Kylemore Abbey
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Doolin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Connemara Sheepdog Demonstration
Connemara Sheepdog Demonstration
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Rachel Long
Rachel
Rachel Long
Local specialist in Wales | Replied on Jul 28, 2025

Hello Catherine and Walter,
We are delighted that you had a wonderful time in Ireland. I am so pleased that working together, carefully planning your trip, took the stress out of any details for you. Working with you was a pleasure! Thank you for your thoughtful and detailed review, I have found your feedback most interesting.
Thank you for travelling with us, we would love to welcome you back in the future!
Rachel, Celina & The Team at High Point Holidays

Ireland 14-day self-driving tour
Ireland | Jul 1 - Jul 13, 2025

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R Richard L.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
Crafted a good first-order itinerary tailored to our interests with an efficient plan of travel. Documentation was easy to follow. Utilized local knowledge to select well-located and pleasant accommodations. This provided value to us as we were not familiar with many of the locally branded hotels. Communication during trip was spot-on: Kimkim let us know one or two times that they were there if we had any issues but did not over-communicate as some might do. In the end, did not require... Read more

Crafted a good first-order itinerary tailored to our interests with an efficient plan of travel. Documentation was easy to follow.

Utilized local knowledge to select well-located and pleasant accommodations. This provided value to us as we were not familiar with many of the locally branded hotels.

Communication during trip was spot-on: Kimkim let us know one or two times that they were there if we had any issues but did not over-communicate as some might do. In the end, did not require any assistance while traveling. Communication responsiveness during planning phase could be improved as client was required to reach out during several extended periods of “radio silence”.

Greater attention (QA/QC) required as critical review of final agenda and vouchers caught numerous errors/omissions (e.g. incorrect ferry tickets, missing vouchers, accommodations lacking confirmation numbers).

Would have appreciated advice or suggested booking of activity for a 4.5-hour visit to Aran Islands (Inis Mór). We identified gap and pre-booked in-demand tour prior to sell-out. Also added stop at Rock of Cashel that provided a nice visit and break in a 3 hour drive from Dublin to Cork.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Dublin
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Inconvenient parking (public garage 2 blocks away). AC inadequate to maintain comfortable temperature.
Salthill Hotel
galway
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dingle Harbour Lodge B&B
Dingle Town, Co. Kerry
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lacks lifts to 2nd floor (luggage) and AC
Brook Lodge Boutique Hotel
Killarney, Co. Kerry
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Blarney Woolen Mills Hotel
Blarney, Ireland
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Dublin
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Irish Dancing Show
Irish Dancing Show
Galway
Quality of Experience
Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway
Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Self-booked off-road tour
Transport
Self-booked off-road tour
Guided Visit of Cork city Gaol ( Former Prison in Ireland)
Guided Visit of Cork city Gaol ( Former Prison in Ireland)
Cork
Quality of Experience
Guinness & Jameson Irish Experience Tour
Guinness & Jameson Irish Experience Tour
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Tickets for St Patrick Cathedral, Dublin
Tickets for St Patrick Cathedral, Dublin
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Trinity Trails & Book of Kells Guided Tour
Trinity Trails & Book of Kells Guided Tour
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Dublin
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Jane Davey
Jane
Jane Davey
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on Jul 21, 2025
Hi Richard Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. I’m truly glad to hear that you felt the itinerary was thoughtfully tailored to your interests, the accommodations well-located and pleasant, and that the documentation and in-trip support helped your travels go smoothly overall. That said, I’m sorry to hear that in the early aspects of the planning phase, prior to me being assigned as your travel specialist left you feeling frustrated due to the lack of response. I... Read more

Hi Richard

Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. I’m truly glad to hear that you felt the itinerary was thoughtfully tailored to your interests, the accommodations well-located and pleasant, and that the documentation and in-trip support helped your travels go smoothly overall.

That said, I’m sorry to hear that in the early aspects of the planning phase, prior to me being assigned as your travel specialist left you feeling frustrated due to the lack of response. I understand how important clear and timely communication is when preparing for a trip, and I appreciate you pointing out where it could have been stronger. It’s something that the team and I take seriously and will reflect on this for future improvement.

Regarding the final itinerary and documentation—while I’m pleased that you gave everything a careful final check, I also understand how finding the error with the ferry ticket may have been unsettling and that you requested extra reassurance that all activities were paid for. I had offered a call before your departure to walk through the final plans together, which was declined, but that could have been a helpful opportunity to catch and clarify anything outstanding.

As for your time on Inis Mór and your self-directed visit to the Rock of Cashel—it's great to hear those turned out to be enjoyable experiences. Your initiative in identifying those opportunities speaks to your travel intuition, and I appreciate the feedback. I’ll be even more mindful about highlighting flexible time in itineraries and offering activity suggestions accordingly.

I’m grateful for both the positive and constructive aspects of your review. Your insights help me continue to refine the experience I offer, and I truly hope the memorable parts of your journey stay with you for a long time.

Warm regards,

Jane & The Team