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Vio Travel is the first virtual Destination Management Company in Asia/Pacific, offering a hand-picked selection of the region's best travel experiences, unique hotels, and travel packages. With our innovative booking platform, we help travelers easily create unforgettable holidays, whether they are looking for a short trip or a multi-day, multi-country package.

At Vio Travel, our mission is to help travelers connect with amazing local experiences. Our curated collection includes hundreds of unique experiences, transfers, flights, and a carefully chosen selection of unique properties across 12 countries. We believe in offering personalized, one-of-a-kind experiences that immerse travelers in the culture and beauty of the region, leaving them with memories that will last a lifetime.

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Recent Trip Reviews for Vio Travel

Leny did a great job helping us plan our trip...
Japan | Sep 22 - Oct 3, 2026

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Susan R.
Northville, MI, USA | Reviewed on Oct 23, 2026

Leny did a great job helping us plan our trip to Japan. She was very helpful in answering our questions along the way and being available while we were in Japan as well. Thanks for a great trip!

Local specialist: Leny Vergara

Impeccable Travel Team
Japan | Oct 3 - Oct 15, 2026

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Veronica A.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Oct 23, 2026
There not enough words to convey the absolutely phenomenal job Leny and her team did for our first trip to Japan. From the hotels to the tours and tour guides Mitsu Kumiko, Rio Suzuki, Claire, and all the rest whom I wish i had written their names down as well were amazing, so friendly and knowledgeable. The level of care each tour guide gave was unmatched in any other tours I've taken in my travels. Our itinerary was seamless and Lenys team went above and beyond with little extras that... Read more

There not enough words to convey the absolutely phenomenal job Leny and her team did for our first trip to Japan. From the hotels to the tours and tour guides Mitsu Kumiko, Rio Suzuki, Claire, and all the rest whom I wish i had written their names down as well were amazing, so friendly and knowledgeable. The level of care each tour guide gave was unmatched in any other tours I've taken in my travels. Our itinerary was seamless and Lenys team went above and beyond with little extras that were so appreciated! The ability to be able to contact a team if we were running late or if a situation arises made for such a secure feeling. The hotels picked were stellar. Simply put i will now need Leny and her team to assist with every future international trip I take in the future as well as a 2nd trip back to Japan.

Hotel Reviews
Kinnotake Tonosawa
Hakone

The location, food, room and amenities experienced were unmatched.

Authenticity & Character
The hotels attention to detail, the robes and slippers for comfortability
Location
Surrounded by nature yet accessibility to the village below was perfect
Staff
Our welcome to the hotel was incredible and assistance with our luggage to our next hotel
Cleanliness & Comfort
The robes and rooms made us never want to leave
Shiba Park Hotel
Tokyo
Authenticity & Character
The library
Location
So central to so many great areas to visit in walking distance
Staff
All the staff was amazing
Cleanliness & Comfort
All the room amenities
Hotel Resol Kyoto Shijo Muromachi
kyoto

Loved the accesible washers

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza gochome
Tokyo
Authenticity & Character
This was one of the most western style hotels we stated in but it still kept so much of what I love about japan hotels I stayed in. The public bath, the amazing staff
Location
So close to so many stores, restaurants
Staff
So helpful with our bags as we arrived well before check in and left after check out but we're able to enjoy our days knowing our bags were safe and waiting
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room and downstairs
SOKI KANAZAWA
Kanazawa
Authenticity & Character
Location
Literally right across from the market and so close to the
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
HOTEL AMANEK HidaTakayama
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Experience Old and Nostalgic Tokyo: Yanaka Walking Tour
Experience Old and Nostalgic Tokyo: Yanaka Walking Tour
Tokyo

Amazing attention to our interest in the route, knowledge of the subject matter

Quality of Experience
The level of attention to how we were and what we wanted to see
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was so kind and genuinely wanted to ensure we had a wonderful time
Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Garden Half-Day Walking Tour
Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Garden Half-Day Walking Tour
Kyoto

This was a great tour we were able to see some of the area without crowds and those that were we were able to have the guide navigate us through quickly and efficiently

Quality of Experience
Wonderful locations to explore
Food
This was the only place we were taking to eat in the entirety of our 14 days that was not enjoyed. Unfortunately not as delicious as all the other places we ate
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was so sympathetic to the needs of the people on the tour
Vegetarian Best of Shibuya Food Tour
Vegetarian Best of Shibuya Food Tour
Tokyo

Absolutely phenomenal food, the tour guide was so great

Quality of Experience
So many great places to try all of the best foods
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Claire was amazing she had so many wonderful stories and was incredibly knowledgeable about the restaurants and the food
Matcha Kyoto Green Tea Tour – Daytime
Matcha Kyoto Green Tea Tour – Daytime
Kyoto

The quality of the places we visited for this tour were amazing

Quality of Experience
Food
Honestly made me enjoy matcha when I never had before
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Takayama Full-Day Tour with English-Speaking Guide
Takayama Full-Day Tour with English-Speaking Guide
Takayama
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mitsubishi Kumiko was honestly a shingles star among all the other equally wonderful guides we had, but her enthusiasm and lovely little touches such as a personalized little booklet with our pictures done was so outstanding!
Transfer from Takayama to Kanazawa, including a visit to Shirakawa-go
Transfer from Takayama to Kanazawa, including a visit to Shirakawa-go
Japan

A personal driver and luxury car, the amazingly lovely history of the village while being able to enjoy it with as little other people as we were there early was amazing

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The driver was incredibly gracious
Transport
The driver and car were both just spectacular
Relaxing Evening: Private Onsen and Kaiseki Dinner
Relaxing Evening: Private Onsen and Kaiseki Dinner
Hakone

The private onsen made me a new person, so relaxing. The food was delectable and divine out of this world

Quality of Experience
The bath surrounded by nature, the food - each course outdid itself
Oboro | Mindful Tea Ceremony in a 100-Year-Old Kyoto Teahouse
Oboro | Mindful Tea Ceremony in a 100-Year-Old Kyoto Teahouse
Kyoto
Quality of Experience
The solemnity and reverence that the tea master showed and explained was so spiritual
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The tea master made this experience so much more. You could feel the reverence in every movement
Local specialist: Leny Vergara

A wonderful New Zealand adventure planned for us by Charlotte
New Zealand | Oct 7 - Oct 19, 2026

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Digna B.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

Charlotte worked very closely with us in all the planning stages of our trip. She was knowledgeable, competent and very receptive to our ideas and needs. She scheduled various zoom meetings so we could discuss and fine tune our trip. She was pleasant, friendly, personable and always aimed to please.
Unfortunately, we had a medical emergency in Australia and never made it to New Zealand. During the medical emergency Charlotte provided us with incredible support 24/7 and helped us immensely. We were very fortunate to have had her as our resource person and advocate.

Local specialist: Charlotte Piper
Charlotte
Charlotte Piper
Local specialist in Sydney, Australia | Replied on Oct 20, 2026
Hi Digna, Thank you so much for your beautiful and thoughtful words. They truly mean more to me than you know.
It was an absolute joy getting to know you and Gregory through our many Zoom calls and planning your special adventure together. I genuinely loved working with you both, and I was so looking forward to seeing you experience everything we had planned.
I was absolutely heartbroken that your journey took such an unexpected turn and that you weren’t able to continue on to New Zealand.... Read more

Hi Digna,

Thank you so much for your beautiful and thoughtful words. They truly mean more to me than you know.
It was an absolute joy getting to know you and Gregory through our many Zoom calls and planning your special adventure together. I genuinely loved working with you both, and I was so looking forward to seeing you experience everything we had planned.

I was absolutely heartbroken that your journey took such an unexpected turn and that you weren’t able to continue on to New Zealand. During such a difficult time, my only priority was making sure you were both supported, comfortable and able to return home safely.

You, Gregory, Lisa, Matt, Laurie and Mitch were such a wonderful group of people to work with, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have been part of your journey.

I sincerely hope this isn’t the end of your Australian and New Zealand adventures, and that one day soon we’ll have the opportunity to plan that New Zealand trip you were so looking forward to. It would be my absolute pleasure to help make that happen.

Thank you again, Digna, for your kindness, your trust and for being such a pleasure to work with. Wishing you and Gregory continued good health and happiness, and hopefully many more wonderful travel memories ahead.

Warmest wishes,
Charlotte ❤️

Lenny and the entire team made this trip a memorable experience.
Japan | Sep 23 - Oct 7, 2026

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mark b.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Oct 18, 2026

Lenny and the entire team made this trip a memorable experience.

Local specialist: Leny Vergara
Leny
Leny Vergara
Local specialist in Tokyo, Japan | Replied on Oct 19, 2026

Hi Mark,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with me and my team! We’re very happy to hear that you had such a memorable trip.

We enjoyed being part of your journey and look forward to helping you plan many more wonderful adventures in the future!

All the best,
Leny

Leny was great! She planned a great trip for ...
Japan | Oct 7 - Oct 11, 2026

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Audrey
Singapore | Reviewed on Oct 18, 2026
Leny was great! She planned a great trip for me to Hakone. The hotel was so good and very traditional with a private onsen in it which was brilliant. I also loved being on Lake Ashi, the tea house and just walking around Hakone. Hakone is truly a place to escape and the surroundings are tranquil. Definitely highly recommended if you want to relax and get away to a quiet place. Leny also provided me with a good local guide Mitsuri-san and he was excellent. Made my trip very special by taking... Read more

Leny was great! She planned a great trip for me to Hakone. The hotel was so good and very traditional with a private onsen in it which was brilliant. I also loved being on Lake Ashi, the tea house and just walking around Hakone. Hakone is truly a place to escape and the surroundings are tranquil. Definitely highly recommended if you want to relax and get away to a quiet place. Leny also provided me with a good local guide Mitsuri-san and he was excellent. Made my trip very special by taking me to some non touristy spots

Hotel Reviews
Hakone Kowakien Ten-yu
Hakone

Loved the traditional ryokan style hotel. It was very clean and spacious. Having a balcony looking out to the greenery, the forest was breathtaking. The balcony also had a superb private onsen and it was truly a nice traditional Japanese experience. The breakfast and dinner was excellent!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Grand Hyatt Tokyo
tokyo

Outstanding hotel. The location was perfect to go around to nearby places. Loved going to some quiet local areas recommended by the hotel. Location in Mimato and the Roponngi area made it special. The staff at the hotel know how to curate trips and experiences for you. The food and restaurants are of very high quality. Breakfast was excellent. The traditional Japanese food and the European breakfast was of very high quality The room was very spacious. Loved the pool and the workout area. The workout area can be improved. It was tight and claustrophobic. But on the whole the pool and gym was good. Staff are very polite and lovely

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Hidden Hakone: Scenic Views, Local Traditions & Quiet Nature
Hidden Hakone: Scenic Views, Local Traditions & Quiet Nature
Hakone

Had a great tour guide Mitsuri san. He did a fantastic job.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to Hakone!
Welcome to Hakone!
Hakone
Welcome (Yokoso) to Tokyo!
Welcome (Yokoso) to Tokyo!
Japan
Local specialist: Leny Vergara
Leny
Leny Vergara
Local specialist in Tokyo, Japan | Replied on Oct 19, 2026

Hi Audrey,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with me and my team! It was a pleasure planning your short but sweet trip to Hakone and Tokyo, and we’re truly happy that everything went as expected. I’m also glad that you enjoyed your time with Mitsuru-san.

I hope I’ll have the chance to plan another trip for you in the future. God bless and safe travels always!

Warm regards,
Leny

Soleil and her Team are Stellar!
Japan | Oct 2 - Oct 12, 2026

Dr Timothy
Dr Timothy M.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Oct 16, 2026
Soleil really took the time to hear what our heart’s desire were for our trip to Japan. Thank you Soleil, for your sensitivity, charm, attention to detail and professionalism. Soleil and her colleagues prompt d us every step of the way so we knew what was next in our itinerary, which was comforting. In northern Okinawa Aoka created an oasis of calm. I have been reflecting on our time together particularly the discussion with the Shaman and our profound discussion of being in the... Read more

Soleil really took the time to hear what our heart’s desire were for our trip to Japan. Thank you Soleil, for your sensitivity, charm, attention to detail and professionalism. Soleil and her colleagues prompt d us every step of the way so we knew what was next in our itinerary, which was comforting.

In northern Okinawa Aoka created an oasis of calm. I have been reflecting on our time together particularly the discussion with the Shaman and our profound discussion of being in the moment, praying to our ancestors and reflections in the window of the villa. Fascinating how we are in the moment and at the same time our moments because our memories. Will always have fond memories of Aoka and the restorative, peaceful, nurturing time we spent together. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You🙏🏾 For the peace….

Thank you Ayumi for you patience and understanding with our late start. We really lucked out with having you as our guide; the sensitivity, creativity, and flexibility made our day with you serene. As a Mother you can understand how profound it is that Victoria wanted to hold hands with you. ❤️

I recommend and endorse KimKim wholeheartedly for your travel sojourns and expeditions.

Warm regards,
Dr and Mrs Bayley

Local specialist: Soleil Ponce-Higa
Soleil
Soleil Ponce-Higa
Local specialist in Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan | Replied on Oct 17, 2026
Dear Dr. Bayley and Victoria, I just read your review, and it honestly made me a little emotional. ❤️ Thank you so much for your beautiful words! Aoka-san and Ayumi-san will be very happy. Thank you for the kind words. I’m so happy that Japan gave you both such wonderful memories, especially the peace and quiet you found in Yambaru. I’ll be sure to share your kind words with everyone who helped make your trip possible. It was such a pleasure getting to know you both and being part of your... Read more

Dear Dr. Bayley and Victoria,

I just read your review, and it honestly made me a little emotional. ❤️ Thank you so much for your beautiful words!

Aoka-san and Ayumi-san will be very happy. Thank you for the kind words.

I’m so happy that Japan gave you both such wonderful memories, especially the peace and quiet you found in Yambaru. I’ll be sure to share your kind words with everyone who helped make your trip possible.

It was such a pleasure getting to know you both and being part of your journey. Thank you for trusting me from the very beginning.

Please give Torie a big hug from me! Sending you both lots of love from Japan. And if you ever decide to come back, you know where to find me! ❤️

Soleil

All the guides were great. Leny was fantasti...
Japan | Sep 16 - Sep 22, 2026

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david b.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Oct 07, 2026
All the guides were great. Leny was fantastic putting the trip together. She had to make changes on the fly because of a typhoon which changed our itinerary overnight. I would strongly recommend her. Read more

All the guides were great. Leny was fantastic putting the trip together. She had to make changes on the fly because of a typhoon which changed our itinerary overnight. I would strongly recommend her.

Hotel Review
Marufukuro

We never stayed there because of a typhoon

Authenticity & Character
N
Location
Never made it there
Staff
N
Cleanliness & Comfort
N
Activity Reviews
Tokyo Artisan Traditions & Old-Town Discovery with Edo Kiriko Experience with English-speaking guide and Vehicle
Tokyo Artisan Traditions & Old-Town Discovery with Edo Kiriko Experience with English-speaking guide and Vehicle
Tokyo

The etching of glass was interesting and not as difficult as I thought it would be The instructor was great. I would recommend it

Quality of Experience
Great
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kintsugi Experience in Tokyo: The Art of Golden Joinery
Kintsugi Experience in Tokyo: The Art of Golden Joinery
Tokyo

Very tedious and difficult It’s not something that you could do on your own It was a very interesting experience which is unique to japan

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We went by taxi. Difficult to get in because the elevator does go down to the basement until the time of the experience
Forge Your Own Piece of Japanese Craftsmanship: Traditional Knife-Making Workshop in Kyoto
Forge Your Own Piece of Japanese Craftsmanship: Traditional Knife-Making Workshop in Kyoto
Kyoto

Great guys who were helpful. Hard work. 3 hours it took to make the knifes There were two different places to make the knives. One is for a private lesson and the other is for a group. I would strongly recommend the private lesson. It’s not easy because you pound the steel until the metal is thin

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
He was great because we went to the wrong place initially but everything worked out fine
Welcome (Yokoso) to Tokyo!
Welcome (Yokoso) to Tokyo!
Japan

He was fantastic. Fun. Friendly and easy to talk to. Lots of walking Helpful when we were looking for a map. Went to dinner with him to a local restaurant which was great

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer from Port of Osaka to Kyoto City Center
Transfer from Port of Osaka to Kyoto City Center
Japan

The driver spoke no English and told us to the front of the department store and the guide was at the back of the store which took 1 hr to meet the guide

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Best Of Shibuya Food Private Tour - Evening
Best Of Shibuya Food Private Tour - Evening
Tokyo

She was great. Lots of food and interesting food. Enjoyed your company and was knowledgeable Would strongly recommend her and the tour. Lots of walking Need to be in reasonable shape

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She was great. Interesting culture
Transport
Tokyo After Dark: Golden Gai Night Walk (2 Hours)
Tokyo After Dark: Golden Gai Night Walk (2 Hours)
Tokyo

He was great Went to bars and had a drink. Bars are very small. Area was weird with lots of young women outside trying to talk to men. Very safe

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kyoto Evening Gion Food Tour
Kyoto Evening Gion Food Tour
Kyoto

We did not do the evening tour because of a typhoon which affected our time in Kyoto She was great interesting with different food

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We was poorly informed about our initial meeting place
Local specialist: Leny Vergara
Leny
Leny Vergara
Local specialist in Tokyo, Japan | Replied on Oct 08, 2026
Hi David and Susan, Welcome home! I hope you're both well-rested and settling back in comfortably. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip overall, especially your time in Tokyo. While I’m sorry the typhoon delayed your cruise arrival and caused you to miss your hotel stay, I’m glad my team and I were able to find a solution. Regarding the transfer from the Port of Osaka, it would have been helpful if we had been notified through... Read more

Hi David and Susan,

Welcome home! I hope you're both well-rested and settling back in comfortably.

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip overall, especially your time in Tokyo. While I’m sorry the typhoon delayed your cruise arrival and caused you to miss your hotel stay, I’m glad my team and I were able to find a solution.

Regarding the transfer from the Port of Osaka, it would have been helpful if we had been notified through our support space at the time, as we could have assisted in locating your driver more quickly. Nonetheless, I will share your feedback with our local partner so they can continue improving the experience for future travelers.

I’m also glad our partner was able to accommodate the last-minute changes after your overnight stay in Kyoto was no longer possible. I understand the meeting point for the replacement Kyoto market food tour was a bit confusing, and I appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Despite the short notice, our partner did their best to adjust the arrangements so you could still enjoy your time in Kyoto, and I’m happy everything worked out well in the end.

While I’m sorry you missed the wagashi-making experience as you only have a day in Kyoto, I’m delighted to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed the knife-making experience and the food tour in Kyoto. I’m also pleased we were able to adjust the arrangements to ensure you could still make the most of your visit.

It was a pleasure helping you plan this trip, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of your journey. Thank you!

Wishing you both many wonderful memories from this adventure, and I hope I’ll have the opportunity to help plan another trip for you in the future.

Best regards,
Leny

Hannie was outstanding to work with. She ide...
Philippines | Sep 9 - Sep 15, 2026

Cheryl
Cheryl C.
| Reviewed on Oct 06, 2026
Hannie was outstanding to work with. She identified my tour requirements by carefully listening to what I wanted. I was exceptionally pleased with her plans, and the guides were exceptional. Please know that I am a travel agent and wanted to experience how Kimkim works before using them for my clients. Their communication with me was flawless while I traveled. That level of support would be important to my clients. Thank you, Hannie! Read more

Hannie was outstanding to work with. She identified my tour requirements by carefully listening to what I wanted. I was exceptionally pleased with her plans, and the guides were exceptional. Please know that I am a travel agent and wanted to experience how Kimkim works before using them for my clients. Their communication with me was flawless while I traveled. That level of support would be important to my clients. Thank you, Hannie!

Hotel Reviews
Moxy Seoul Insadong
Seoul

Loved this hotel. It was like an adult dorm room.

Authenticity & Character
Marriott does a good job in creating a cute character.
Location
Excellent location.
Staff
Outstanding service!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean.
Belmont Hotel Manila
Pasay City

For a day room or a room before an early flight while I was traveling, this hotel was just fine.

Authenticity & Character
Nothing special
Location
Excellent location to the airport.
Staff
Very accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean and acceptable.
Activity Reviews
Bite Into Seoul: A Market Journey (Private)
Bite Into Seoul: A Market Journey (Private)
Seoul

Outstanding curated tour by the guide.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer from Incheon Airport to Seoul City Center
Transfer from Incheon Airport to Seoul City Center
Seoul

Very pleasant driver.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to Seoul!
Welcome to Seoul!
Seoul

Excellent guide and curated itinerary.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Manila: Heritage and Gastronomy Walk Tour (Private)
Explore Manila: Heritage and Gastronomy Walk Tour (Private)
Manila

Exceptional licensed guide and curated itinerary.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to the Philippines – Mabuhay!
Welcome to the Philippines – Mabuhay!
Manila

Outstanding curated tour by the guide. Exceptional licensed guide.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
 Skin and K-Beauty Consultation with a Beauty Expert
Skin and K-Beauty Consultation with a Beauty Expert
Seoul

Exceptional consultation from the skin consultant. They provided wise advice and worked with us to choose affordable, quality products. Outstanding communication.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Seoraksan Peaks & Sokcho Shores: An Adventure Through Korea's Scenic Wonders
Seoraksan Peaks & Sokcho Shores: An Adventure Through Korea's Scenic Wonders
Seoul

Exceptional tour crafted by the guide. This is an experience many tourists wouldn't consider, but it's well worth the effort—a memory for a lifetime.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hanbok Experience & Old Seoul Charm (Private)
Hanbok Experience & Old Seoul Charm (Private)
Seoul

Outstanding guide and driver. The tour delivered exactly what I was looking for. The hidden secrets of Seoul.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Busan City Tour from Seoul by KTX Train
Busan City Tour from Seoul by KTX Train
Seoul

Outstanding tour created by the guide. The tour guide was exceptional and her driver was the same.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer from Manila City Center to NAIA
Transfer from Manila City Center to NAIA
Manila

On time and communicated well.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Hannie Ngo
Hannie
Hannie Ngo
Local specialist in Seoul, South Korea | Replied on Oct 09, 2026
Dear Cheryl, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly my pleasure to plan this trip with you, and thank you for sharing your expectations so clearly, which allowed me to tailor everything exactly the way you wanted. 😊 I've passed your review on to our team, and everyone is delighted to hear such great feedback from you. I've also shared it with all the guides who accompanied you throughout the trip, and they were so happy to read your kind words. Thank you for trusting us... Read more

Dear Cheryl,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly my pleasure to plan this trip with you, and thank you for sharing your expectations so clearly, which allowed me to tailor everything exactly the way you wanted. 😊

I've passed your review on to our team, and everyone is delighted to hear such great feedback from you. I've also shared it with all the guides who accompanied you throughout the trip, and they were so happy to read your kind words.

Thank you for trusting us with this trip, and for always taking the time to give us feedback after each excursion. That is incredibly kind and generous of you, and it means a lot to us!

We're looking forward to welcoming you back anytime!

Warm regards,
Hannie

Outstanding!
Japan | Sep 17 - Sep 24, 2026

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Thomas K.
Omaha, NE | Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026
My trip was amazing! I was fully taken care of through out the whole process and stay thanks to Soleil & kimkim! Would definitely recommend to anyone considering traveling to Japan! Read more

My trip was amazing! I was fully taken care of through out the whole process and stay thanks to Soleil & kimkim! Would definitely recommend to anyone considering traveling to Japan!

Hotel Review
Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Ikebukuro
Tokyo
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Soleil Ponce-Higa
Soleil
Soleil Ponce-Higa
Local specialist in Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan | Replied on Sep 27, 2026

Thank you so much, Thomas! It was truly a pleasure helping you plan your journey through Japan. I’m so happy to hear that you had an amazing trip and felt well taken care of throughout your stay. Thank you for trusting me and kimkim, and for your kind recommendation. I hope you brought home many wonderful memories, and I would be delighted to welcome you back to Japan someday! ^_^

Great experience and would not hesitate to recommend them to other others visit visiting Indonesia
Indonesia | Aug 31 - Sep 6, 2026

Nancy
Nancy L.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026
It was a pleasure to work with Jook and the kimkim team. Because of their detailed planning, our trip went seamlessly. From airport pick up to Tours, boutique, making class, scuba diving, sunrise on Mount Batur, our drivers were there to pick us up and bring us back. We felt safe the entire time. Bali is not easy to navigate and the streets don’t have great signage and are teaching with scooters and traffic jams and so it’s always better to have a local driver. The driver Agong was pleasant,... Read more

It was a pleasure to work with Jook and the kimkim team. Because of their detailed planning, our trip went seamlessly. From airport pick up to Tours, boutique, making class, scuba diving, sunrise on Mount Batur, our drivers were there to pick us up and bring us back. We felt safe the entire time. Bali is not easy to navigate and the streets don’t have great signage and are teaching with scooters and traffic jams and so it’s always better to have a local driver. The driver Agong was pleasant, reliable, and knowledgeable about the different temples and sites that we saw.

Our trip had an interruption because of the eruption of Krakatoa while we were in Jakarta. They were able to help us with last-minute change of plans. I am very glad we used the kimkim team. We had wonderful memories and learned so much about Indonesia.

Hotel Reviews
The Sankara Resort & Spa
Bali

The staff were very helpful and sweet. They had interesting entertainment in the evenings, Restaurant had great food. The spa was wonderful as well. I enjoyed their pool. The one drawback was issues with humidity in the bedrooms and low water pressure in the showers. The hotel staff were very eager to help and remedy the situation.

Authenticity & Character
Entertainment in the evenings with local performers and spa were very charming
Location
The rooms had a view onto a Charmin rice patty, it is not within walking distance of the main center of Ubud
Staff
Always eager to help, great attitude
Cleanliness & Comfort
Humidity issues in our room, some of the bedding had to be changed out because of a musty odor
Sari Pacific Jakarta, Autograph Collection
Jakarta

This hotel had the most incredible brunch I have ever had. They had dishes of Indian, Indonesian, Chinese, Japanese, continental, American. Each breakfast was like a trip around the world. This was also a block away from a great mall that had a lot of interesting Indonesian handcrafts, a food court, and multiple restaurants. The hotel was clean and convenient. The Japanese restaurant there was amazing also.

Authenticity & Character
Beautifully appointed, fabulous breakfast
Location
Close to a great mall
Staff
Very helpful in getting us a ride to yogykarta
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Jakarta Half-Day Highlights Tour
Jakarta Half-Day Highlights Tour
Jakarta

Catherine was very knowledgeable and her English is very good. She took us through the highlights, the moss was really large and unusual. This was a new experience for us having to wear a scarf and cover-up. We really enjoyed the dioramas in the national Museum, which explained the heritage of Jakarta.

Quality of Experience
It was great to see the highlights of Jakarta in one afternoon
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Katherine was very friendly and open
Transport
Crafting Heritage: A Traditional Batik Painting Experience
Crafting Heritage: A Traditional Batik Painting Experience
Indonesia

This was so interesting to go through the process of applying the wax and painting. I love the experience and the ladies were very helpful.

Quality of Experience
I really love arts and crafts, and they let me create my own pattern
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very friendly and helpful, their English really wasn’t very strong, but they were very kind and helpful
Transport
He was willing to take me after the class to a jewelry and wood carving store with local artisans
Mount Batur Sunrise by Jeep Adventure
Mount Batur Sunrise by Jeep Adventure
Indonesia

Hated getting up so early, but definitely the pictures were worth it. The guide was an excellent photographer and knew how to take the long exposure photos to get the great shots. The sites were amazing.

Quality of Experience
Food
They serve some cookies and tea before we set out
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Jeep did not have seatbelts. It is a pretty steep ride up the mountain.
Hidden Beach, Uluwatu Temple & Kecak Dance
Hidden Beach, Uluwatu Temple & Kecak Dance
Indonesia

Kecak traditional dance was interesting, we had overstay our time at the beach so we didn’t get to see the temple

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Agong was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful
Transport
Ubud Cultural & Nature Highlights Tour
Ubud Cultural & Nature Highlights Tour
Indonesia

Beautiful falls, monkey forest was a lot of fun and the monkeys came up to us and it was fun watching them. The Liu coffee plantation was also great and the flights of coffee and tea were amazing.

Quality of Experience
Love the monkey forest, fall were beautiful, Luwat coffee plantation had amazing coffee, and tea
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Agong was knowledgeable and pleasant
Transport
Dive Bali's Iconic East Coast: Tulamben or Amed
Dive Bali's Iconic East Coast: Tulamben or Amed
Indonesia

My daughter loved this experience. The reefs were relatively close to shore so she didn’t have to spend much time on the boat to get to the reef. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Two hour ride from Ubud
Local specialist: Jook Prapassorn
Jook
Jook Prapassorn
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Sep 20, 2026
Terima kasih banyak Nancy & Lauren for your thoughtful and detailed feedback of your entire trip plan! It truly means a lot to me and the whole Vio Travel and kimkim team. I’m so happy to hear that you felt safe and well taken care of throughout your trip, especially with the unexpected change of plans in Jakarta.
It was such a pleasure helping you and your daughter discover Indonesia, and I’m delighted that you came home with wonderful memories. I’ll also be sure to share your kind words...
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Terima kasih banyak Nancy & Lauren for your thoughtful and detailed feedback of your entire trip plan! It truly means a lot to me and the whole Vio Travel and kimkim team. I’m so happy to hear that you felt safe and well taken care of throughout your trip, especially with the unexpected change of plans in Jakarta.
It was such a pleasure helping you and your daughter discover Indonesia, and I’m delighted that you came home with wonderful memories. I’ll also be sure to share your kind words with Agong and the rest of the team.
Wishing you both many more wonderful travels ahead, and I hope we’ll have the chance to welcome you back to Indonesia someday! 😊
Warmly, Jook