Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Fantastic!! Eric was so professional, knowle...
Iceland | Aug 26 - Sep 8, 2026

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Jill B.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Fantastic!! Eric was so professional, knowledgeable and such attention to detail, he put together the perfect vacation plan for us. This was the first time we used a service like this and we would highly recommend it!! After some initial interviewing of what was important to us followed up with phone calls a sample itinerary and final itinerary. K Èric then took care of ALL of our bookings, car rental, hotels and excursions. He then send us a detailed day by day itinerary of any spots we... Read more

Fantastic!! Eric was so professional, knowledgeable and such attention to detail, he put together the perfect vacation plan for us. This was the first time we used a service like this and we would highly recommend it!! After some initial interviewing of what was important to us followed up with phone calls a sample itinerary and final itinerary. K Èric then took care of ALL of our bookings, car rental, hotels and excursions. He then send us a detailed day by day itinerary of any spots we would like to view on our own for each specific day along with all our confirmations. Eric was again so professional with adjustments we wanted to make before the trip after the itinerary was booked. He was a fabulous source for all our questions pre trip and even available for post trip questions when we got an unexpected bill from our last hotel his team handled it on their end. He even reached out to us as we were traveling to let us know of a road work we would experience within a few days and all the links to monitor its scheduled times it would let cars pass. For a traveling Iceland “ on our own” we never felt alone. We knew they were just a call away.
Would highly recommend Eric of Offbeat Adventure!!!
Also, we LOVED Iceland being one with all the amazing nature we left feeling renewed!

Local specialist: Èric D

Loved our multigenerational Italy trip ( Sorrento & Naples )
Italy | Sep 4 - Sep 13, 2026

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Donna L.
Goldsboro, NC | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Fabulous trip! Just arrived home after 10 days - custom - made travel plan to Sorrento ( base) to Amalfi Coast 8 days & 2 days Naples. Kimkim and Storywalking = Jessica worked seamlessly together to create a trip of a lifetime for a multigenerational family of 6 adults & one 21 month old. Valentina (Storywalking) & team created perfect arrangements with private drivers and guides ( Mario -Pompeii and Naples City) -- superb that were professional, personable, knowledgeable, and fun. The... Read more

Fabulous trip! Just arrived home after 10 days - custom - made travel plan to Sorrento ( base) to Amalfi Coast 8 days & 2 days Naples. Kimkim and Storywalking = Jessica worked seamlessly together to create a trip of a lifetime for a multigenerational family of 6 adults & one 21 month old. Valentina (Storywalking) & team created perfect arrangements with private drivers and guides ( Mario -Pompeii and Naples City) -- superb that were professional, personable, knowledgeable, and fun. The plan worked well-- nicely paced in-spite of the extensive heat! Accommodations were perfect for our family as well. Look forward to another trip with Storywalking in Italy in the future! PS We also had a key family event --specular arrangement with local photographer for Engagement of our son & girlfriend -- thank you Valentina ! Grazie Mille

Hotel Reviews
Villa Elisio Hotel & Spa
Napoli

Staff very helpful , clean and great breakfast buffet.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Neighborhood ? Lack stores
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfortable bed and very clean
Grand Hotel La Favorita
Sorrento

Superb ... accommodating 6 & 1 baby well.

Authenticity & Character
Every staff member superb interactions.
Location
Nearby sea, stores, great restaurants
Staff
Took care of the 21 month with such considerations, ( vendor milk, crib, etc) .
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms A+
Local specialist: Jessica Proietti

Trip of a lifetime.
Scotland | Aug 24 - Sep 4, 2026

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Kim P.
Petoskey, MI, USA | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Tetiana was INCREDIBLE to work with. Excellent communication.

We gave her very basic ideas to start and she completely nailed it. Her recommendations created a trip we could only have dreamt of. I appreciated all her insight and wisdom she shared. So many happy memories made because of her thoughtful planning.

Local specialist: Tetiana Smal

Greece Honeymoon with Siena
Greece | Sep 2 - Sep 13, 2026

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Tristan P.
Phoenix, AZ | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Planned our Greece Honeymoon trip with Siena. She is super helpful and informational. She really knows the best spots to hit out there and made our lives so easy by following her step by step day plans. It’s less stressful knowing what you’re going to do everyday and being able to audible when needed to. The catamarans and cooking classes she booked/suggested were some of our favorite days and I loved how she mixed in relax days in the mix because they’re much needed. Grant was also great to... Read more

Planned our Greece Honeymoon trip with Siena. She is super helpful and informational. She really knows the best spots to hit out there and made our lives so easy by following her step by step day plans. It’s less stressful knowing what you’re going to do everyday and being able to audible when needed to. The catamarans and cooking classes she booked/suggested were some of our favorite days and I loved how she mixed in relax days in the mix because they’re much needed. Grant was also great to have if we had any questions while there. Loved that both Siena and Grant were reachable through txt if we needed any help. My wife and I couldn’t be happier. Would definitely book our next trip with Kimkim again.

Activity Reviews
Self-guided Exploration of Milos Highlights
Self-guided Exploration of Milos Highlights
Milos

Got an ATV. Saw the whole island. Hit 5 different beaches. Great overall day

Quality of Experience
Made the most with our time. Hit the spots we wanted to see
Half Day Kleftiko Catamaran Adventure
Half Day Kleftiko Catamaran Adventure
Milos

Wife’s favorite tour. Saw a bunch of beaches we wanted to see. Swam everywhere we wanted and hit more spots that weren’t even on the list. Amazing experience and great crew. Food was also amazing!

Quality of Experience
Seeing what we wanted to see and then some. The surprise visits we got to see due to nice weather and water really took it over the top.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Staff was phenomenal. Captain Paul is great and Anastasia is cool
Transport
Private Villages Exploration with Independent Akrotiri Visit
Private Villages Exploration with Independent Akrotiri Visit
Santorini

This was our favorite day of Santorini. George is amazing. We learned a lot and saw a lot and so glad we did this tour before we left.

Quality of Experience
The views, sites and history
Guides, Drivers and Staff
George the Goat
Transport
George! Nough said
Cooking Class & Wine Tasting Experience
Cooking Class & Wine Tasting Experience
Santorini

Made some great food. Fava became a fan fave of mine. The instructors were awesome. Only thing I wish was if there was other people in the class with us to do the experience with and more wine to be drank.

Quality of Experience
Food
Bomb food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great People
Transport
Elsa was fun to be around
Delos & Rhenia Sailing Cruise & Lunch
Delos & Rhenia Sailing Cruise & Lunch
Mykonos

Amazing day. One of our favorites of the whole trip. Got paired with a family from Maryland that made the experience even better. Whole boat staff and the food was AMAZING!!

Quality of Experience
All the people and the sea itself
Food
Top 2 foods we ate all trip! Including restaurants
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Demetrius, Giannis and Andres are all great people.
Transport
Ancient Athens Acropolis & Mythology Walk
Ancient Athens Acropolis & Mythology Walk
Athens

Very informational. Loved it. Nefali was a fun instructor

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nefali is a sweetie
Transport
Local specialist: Siena Mueller

Iceland Trip - August 2026
Iceland | Aug 17 - Aug 25, 2026

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Mini K.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Gummi contacted me right away after we filled in our interests. I was really impressed with Gummi's depth of knowledge and efficiency in planning our 10 day trip despite the short notice. He was able to understand the way we like to do our trips and was able to accommodate our ambitious itinerary. He got us the best possible private guide and driver, David, who was with us for our whole trip. Not only were we able to enjoy all the activities we had planned, David was able to incorporate a... Read more

Gummi contacted me right away after we filled in our interests. I was really impressed with Gummi's depth of knowledge and efficiency in planning our 10 day trip despite the short notice. He was able to understand the way we like to do our trips and was able to accommodate our ambitious itinerary. He got us the best possible private guide and driver, David, who was with us for our whole trip. Not only were we able to enjoy all the activities we had planned, David was able to incorporate a few more hidden gems as we traveled. Gummi and David made our Iceland vacation very effortless and relaxing . There were no hidden costs or issues we faced during our trip. I would wholeheartedly recommend Gummi and David and kimkim for facilitating the whole process.

Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason

Our trip to Greece was a success thanks to Pe...
Greece | Sep 2 - Sep 7, 2026

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Yuisa M.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Our trip to Greece was a success thanks to Penny’s patience with the planning, Anthony and Dimitros attentiveness and the entire groups attention to detail, flexibility and knowledge. Thank you so much for a memorable time! Read more

Our trip to Greece was a success thanks to Penny’s patience with the planning, Anthony and Dimitros attentiveness and the entire groups attention to detail, flexibility and knowledge. Thank you so much for a memorable time!

Hotel Reviews
The George Hotel
Mykonos

Beautiful hotel and views, comfortable for family of 4-great staff and breakfast was delicious.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
NLH Monastiraki
Athens

The location is amazing and the rooms were clean. The pull out bunkbed couch is too small for teens. Room was cold with no blankets and breakfast was not great.

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Activity Review
Private Mykonos Highlights Guided Tour
Private Mykonos Highlights Guided Tour
Mykonos

Leo was so knowledgeable, flexible and polite.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Dimitrios Moutafidis

Best Trip Ever!
Norway | Aug 31 - Sep 13, 2026

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James H.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Varied and fascinating trip of beautiful Norway.
The pan Mathis put together was flawless.

Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Sep 14, 2026

Dear James,

Thank you very much for your kind review.
I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the variety and beauty of Norway, and that the itinerary worked so well for you. It was a pleasure helping you plan your journey. I hope I’ll have the chance to help you plan a second trip to Norway one day, perhaps exploring the far north next time.
I wish you and your family all the best. :)
Mathia

Our Peru adventure
Peru | Aug 31 - Sep 7, 2026

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Michele B.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
Io was so wonderful to work with throughout the entire planning process. I could not have planned this trip myself. There were many pieces and the trip was perfect!
Lisbeth was our wonderful contact while in Peru and she kept us well informed and was always available to answer all of our questions on WhatsApp.
Our tour guides, Natali and Nataly were excellent, very knowledgeable, and so friendly. We loved spending our days with them! Our drivers were always ready and waiting for us and got...
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Io was so wonderful to work with throughout the entire planning process. I could not have planned this trip myself. There were many pieces and the trip was perfect!
Lisbeth was our wonderful contact while in Peru and she kept us well informed and was always available to answer all of our questions on WhatsApp.
Our tour guides, Natali and Nataly were excellent, very knowledgeable, and so friendly. We loved spending our days with them! Our drivers were always ready and waiting for us and got us to our destinations safely. Our goal was to see Machu Picchu but we were treated to so much more of Perú. We are so very happy to have gone through KimKim and can’t wait to plan our next adventure!!

Hotel Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
Cusco

We really enjoyed the Hilton. The staff was so helpful, friendly, and accommodating. We had an afternoon pickup for the airport and they allowed a late checkout and let us stay on property to relax until our driver arrived. The restaurant served excellent breakfast and dinner and everyone was so very welcoming.

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El Mapi by Inkaterra
Cusco

This was a fun hotel right in Aguas Calientes, excellent dinner and breakfast, located right in the middle of everything, The staff was so friendly, helpful, and efficient.

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Sonesta Posada del Inca
Urubamba

Beautiful hotel, and landscaping , friendly and accommodating staff, wonderful breakfast and many places outside to relax and unwind. The pizza and ice cream were delicious too!

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Staff
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Casa Andina Premium Miraflores
Lima

Wonderful and friendly staff, great location in Miraflores, excellent breakfast!

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Activity Reviews
Sacred Valley’s Hummingbirds
Sacred Valley’s Hummingbirds
Sacred Valley

Beautiful and unique little garden with many different hummingbirds! Very quiet and peaceful.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Half-Day Cusco Walking Tour: Sacsayhuamán, Qoricancha & San Pedro Market
Private Half-Day Cusco Walking Tour: Sacsayhuamán, Qoricancha & San Pedro Market
Cusco

Nataly walked us around Cusco beginning at Sacsayhuamán, then continuing down through the San Pedro market and a couple of other shops. We did a chocolate tasting and finished up at Qoricancha. She even walked us back up the hill to our hotel. She was so sweet! It was wonderful getting to spend 2 days of tours with her!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Explore Machu Picchu & Return to Cusco  (Private Guided tour in Machu Picchu) SV
Explore Machu Picchu & Return to Cusco (Private Guided tour in Machu Picchu) SV
Peru

Visiting Machu Picchu has been on my bucket list for many years. It was unreal, spiritual, fascinating, and just perfect! We were on circuit 1 to see the top view, then circuit 3 with our tour guide, Javier, to walk through the ruins. He was so knowledgeable and fun!! So very happy we were able to take this trip.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Ollantaytambo Self-Guided Exploration with Pachamanca Farm Lunch & Scenic Observatory Train to Machu Picchu
Ollantaytambo Self-Guided Exploration with Pachamanca Farm Lunch & Scenic Observatory Train to Machu Picchu
Peru

We did not do the self guided Ollantaytambo piece. We chose to relax that morning. But we did go to the Pachamanca lunch which was a demonstration of how our lunch was prepared on hot stones buried underground, along with a brief tour of their coffee production and distillery. We had a tasting too!! Loved that! When lunch was ready, it was family style and so delicious! After lunch, we headed right down the path to catch the train to Aguas Calientes. So easy! Seating on the train was a bit tight but overall was a comfortable ride.

Quality of Experience
Pachamanca food and experience was outstanding and the train ride was so cool.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private tour to Ollantaytambo, Moray, Maras & Chinchero
Private tour to Ollantaytambo, Moray, Maras & Chinchero
Sacred Valley

Nataly took us on this tour and she was awesome! We climbed and shopped and she was so knowledgeable. We later grabbed a very nice lunch at a restaurant she recommended. We then were able you tour a hummingbird sanctuary which was very cool! So many different hummingbirds all around us!

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Flight & transfer to The  {{end_location}}: Private tour & Hacienda
Flight & transfer to The {{end_location}}: Private tour & Hacienda
Peru

Such a wonderful day. The tours were so much fun, our guide, Natali, was excellent, and lunch was delicious!

Quality of Experience
Food
Our lunch was amazing! We had a room to ourselves with an awesome view, excellent service, and delicious food!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We shared some Spanish conversations!
Transport
Local specialist: Io Gillhuber
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Io Gillhuber
Local specialist in Peru, Cusco | Replied on Sep 14, 2026
Dear Michele and Craig,
It was such a pleasure to read your lovely review! Thank you so much for your kind words, they really mean a lot to all of us.
We’re so happy to know that you enjoyed your time in Peru and that we could help make your trip such a pleasant, enjoyable, and memorable experience. It was truly a pleasure having the opportunity to plan your journey and be a small part of your Peru adventure.
We hope you’ll always look back on your time here with many happy memories, and we...
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Dear Michele and Craig,
It was such a pleasure to read your lovely review! Thank you so much for your kind words, they really mean a lot to all of us.
We’re so happy to know that you enjoyed your time in Peru and that we could help make your trip such a pleasant, enjoyable, and memorable experience. It was truly a pleasure having the opportunity to plan your journey and be a small part of your Peru adventure.
We hope you’ll always look back on your time here with many happy memories, and we would absolutely love to hear from you again if you ever decide to come back to Peru or explore another part of South America.
Wishing you both all the very best, and thank you again for your trust and for sharing your experience with us.
Warmest wishes,
Io

Trip to Norway
Norway | Aug 27 - Sep 4, 2026

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Vladimir G.
Maywood, IL | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Our trip to Norway was a wonderful experience. We were impressed by the beauty of the country—the dramatic landscapes, forests, coastline, and charming towns and cities. Trondheim quickly became one of our favorite places, with its history, architecture, and relaxed atmosphere. We also greatly enjoyed exploring southern Norway, hiking along scenic trails, and spending time by the sea. Oslo offered a very different but equally interesting experience, combining nature, culture, and city life.... Read more

Our trip to Norway was a wonderful experience. We were impressed by the beauty of the country—the dramatic landscapes, forests, coastline, and charming towns and cities. Trondheim quickly became one of our favorite places, with its history, architecture, and relaxed atmosphere. We also greatly enjoyed exploring southern Norway, hiking along scenic trails, and spending time by the sea. Oslo offered a very different but equally interesting experience, combining nature, culture, and city life. Everywhere we went, we found people friendly and helpful. Norway left us with many wonderful memories, and we would happily return.

Activity Review
Trondheim Walking Tour
Trondheim Walking Tour
Trondheim
Local specialist: Katie Acheson-Gray

Family trip to Portugal
Portugal | Sep 5 - Sep 12, 2026

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Hanh B.
Shaker Heights, OH, USA | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
This was the first time we used KimKim for a family trip to Portugal. We worked with Emily to plan a trip that would work for everyone. Emily was very patience as we changed the plan a few times. She was very knowledgeable and advised activities based on our interests. There was an incident from a local vendor during the trip but we were able to contact KimKim and they addressed it timely to our satisfaction. Overall, it was a great trip. We will definitely use KimKim again for our... Read more

This was the first time we used KimKim for a family trip to Portugal. We worked with Emily to plan a trip that would work for everyone. Emily was very patience as we changed the plan a few times. She was very knowledgeable and advised activities based on our interests. There was an incident from a local vendor during the trip but we were able to contact KimKim and they addressed it timely to our satisfaction. Overall, it was a great trip. We will definitely use KimKim again for our future trips.

Hotel Reviews
Jardim da Batalha Boutique Hotel by Shiadu
Porto

Great location. Easy walk to shopping, restaurants and interesting landmarks, Very quaint hotel. Staffs are very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean. However, we had some ants issues the last few days of our stay but the staffs addressed it quickly.
Nicola Rossio Hotel
Lisbon

Great central location. Very friendly staffs. Great services.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Central to everything
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Self-Guided Local Markets
Self-Guided Local Markets
Porto

We walked to the market after check-in to our hotel. It was an easy walk from our hotel. Market was clean and had everything you could want. Great food options, local gifts, fruits and vegetables. We ended up bought some local treats and took it back to our hotel for dinner that night as it started to rain and we didn't want to walk in the rain that night for dinner.

Quality of Experience
Private Day Trip to Braga & Guimarães
Private Day Trip to Braga & Guimarães
Porto
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Private Porto’s Harry Potter Legends: Fact, Fiction & Inspiration
Private Porto’s Harry Potter Legends: Fact, Fiction & Inspiration
Porto

We actually didn't have the Harry Potter legends walk as my husband and daughter said they weren't big on HP. However, our local guide was flexible enough to give us a tour of the city instead which was great. Afterward, we did get into the famous bookstore which was worth seeing.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Alfama Walk &  Fado Dinner Performance
Private Alfama Walk & Fado Dinner Performance
Lisbon

While the Fado dinner performance was great, the guide experience was not for us. We booked a private dinner but somehow, another couple joined us for dinner. The guide did not know where we stayed to pick us up nor he was aware of the number of people in our group so all of us didn't fit in the car. We ended up had to walk to the restaurant which we didn't have a change to explore the Alfama neighborhood. Also, we arrived late so the show already started. Because the group is larger than expected, we all share a table in a corner which then was very hot. Then after dinner, the guide told the group that we had to decide which group will leave first as his car doesn't fit everyone.

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Private Fish Market Visit with Seafood Lunch
Private Fish Market Visit with Seafood Lunch
Porto

This was our favorite activity of the trip! We started the day with a little car trouble but our guide used her personal car to take us on the trip so we don't get stuck in traffic. The fishing village was where she grew up so the tour was very intimate. We had an amazing seafood lunch in the local market. Everything was fresh and delicious! We were able to pick out our own fish from the market and the restaurant grilled it for us. We enjoyed this experience very much!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Would give it a 5 if it wasn't for the car trouble initially
Local Secrets Excursion by Van
Local Secrets Excursion by Van
Lisbon

It was a good exposure to everything Lisbon on our second day. Marta, our local guide, drove us to places that we would not know or be able to explore on our own. Since she was born and raised in Lisbon, her perspective and knowledge was greatly valuable.

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Private Transfer From {{start_location}} to {{end_location}} via Óbidos & Nazaré
Private Transfer From {{start_location}} to {{end_location}} via Óbidos & Nazaré
Portugal

It was one of our favorite days seeing Obidoas and Nazare on our way to Porto. Obidos was a charming medieval village and worth a stop to see. Nazare was a little busier and a surfing city so it was nice to see but we didn't spend much time there. Our driver was very pleasant and knowledgeable of the areas.

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Private Sintra & Cascais Day Trip with Pena Palace & Quinta da Regaleira Visit
Private Sintra & Cascais Day Trip with Pena Palace & Quinta da Regaleira Visit
Lisbon

The private trip to Sintra & Cascais Day trip was fabulous. We were able to bypass the long line and get in to the park as soon as we get there. It made the visit more enjoyable. Pena Palace was amazing and worth the visit. Our local guide, Louis, was very pleasant and knowledgeable. We enjoyed his company and learned much about Portugal culture and history from this trip.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide Louis was awesome!
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Local specialist: Emily Boles
Emily
Emily Boles
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Sep 14, 2026

Thank you so much for the kind review, Hanh! I'm so glad you and your family had such a wonderful time in Portugal, even despite the slight hiccup with the Fado Dinner & Walk activity. We'll be ready for you when it's time for your next adventure. Can't wait to see where you go! - Emily😄

Thank you, Noga, for planning a wonderful tri...
Iceland | Sep 1 - Sep 10, 2026

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Beth H.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

Thank you, Noga, for planning a wonderful trip! The app itinerary was well planned out, and worked out well. A few times the cars GPS couldn’t find our destination, so we used the link in your app with Google Maps and found our way. We had a little trouble with the Parka app at the airport, but otherwise had no problems parking. It might be helpful to note that the Blue car rental office is behind the hotel. Your Zoom meeting pre-trip was helpful to take care of any last minute questions and concerns.
Great trip - thanks!

Local specialist: Noga Heyman

3 Weeks in Switzerland by Train, curated by Valentine and Mathilde
Switzerland | Aug 20 - Sep 10, 2026

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John M.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
Zurich:
Hotel Central Plaza was a great choice. It was not only well-appointed, but it was the perfect location. Access to the amazing Hauptbahnhof made it extra fun.
Vanessa was an excellent guide. We wish we had booked more time - it was that good.
The suggestions were very helpful - museums etc. helped on a rainy day.
Trains: We cannot say enough about the itinerary planning, timing, and guidance on connections. We LOVED them.. Colmar: Great choice for our Alsace stop.
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Zurich:
Hotel Central Plaza was a great choice. It was not only well-appointed, but it was the perfect location. Access to the amazing Hauptbahnhof made it extra fun.
Vanessa was an excellent guide. We wish we had booked more time - it was that good.
The suggestions were very helpful - museums etc. helped on a rainy day.

Trains: We cannot say enough about the itinerary planning, timing, and guidance on connections. We LOVED them..

Colmar: Great choice for our Alsace stop.
Hotel Turenne was lovely, new, fresh, great service, and very well located.
Louie, our Epicurean guide was excellent, friendly, and very attentive. The amount of cycling (15 miles) was perfect for us, and itinerary was well curated.

Lucerne: (not feedback for KimKim) My nostalgic choice of a key stop. In retrospect, now knowing all of the Alps we were going to experience - would now probably skip Lucerne.
Hotel Wilden Mann was a great location, and in retrospect was very well-managed for an ancient and historic building.
The guide Sarjon (sp?) for our tour was knowledgable, but very soft-spoken, did not make sure that we could both hear, and did not volunteer information while walking from information point to point. He would answer question in a low conversational way with Maria, and I could not hear at all. It was a difficult, and bad experience.

Locarno: The trip to Locarno was beautiful, and a lovely experience on its own.
Hotel Lago Maggiore was perhaps the best hotel throughout our trip. Location was superb; room and balcony fresh, spacious and beautiful. Breakfast service was the best. Service people excellent.
Rafaella, our guide was phenomenal. Could have spent the entire day with her. Great suggestions as well.
Valentine's suggestions for restaurants and hikes etc. were very helpful.

Zermatt: Wonderful trip through the Centovalli to Domodossola and on to Zermatt - based on Rafaella's suggestion.
Hotel Julen was a cute hotel, nice view, AC, and an amazing restaurant, the Schaferstube. The staff was unfriendly, and their breakfast service staff was uneven, from OK to terrible.
Valentine's suggestions for other activities were as always excellent.
We enjoyed all of our time in Zermatt, and were literally sad to leave so soon.

Montreux:
Hotel Golf Rene Cape was a beautiful location with spectacular views, access to the promenade, and transportation. The staff was lovely, the service excellent, but the accommodations were sub-par, especially the bathroom. It was also hot due to no air conditioning. We realized that our late change from Glion to Montreux put Valentine in a difficult situation trying to find us a hotel in town - and she did well considering.
E-Bike tour in the Lavaux vineyards: Our guide Yves was just terrific. He was super-knowledgeable. He rode a bit ahead of us, not realizing that when we get on bikes, we do not want an easy ride. We are seeking not only a tour, but a good work-out as well - and he never quite "read the room" on that. So, we didn't feel connected in a way that we could carry on a conversation, and ask questions while pedaling. When we stopped, he inundated us (almost overloaded) with amazing geological, agricultural, and historical information. (We would rather have too much, than not enough.) We were a bit surprised that the entire riding portion of the tour was only 56 minutes total. We expected 2-3 hours, like the Alsace tour. The vineyards and the visit to Chapuis vineyard was magical, and tasty. We realized after that we could have contracted Yves for as long as we wanted. That perhaps should be a question to be asked prior to booking.
We so wanted to spend more time on bikes that the next day we traveled to Chatel St Denis to rent bikes from Alexandre at E-Bike Plaisir, (who Yves contracts with). He provided us a custom itinerary based on our request for 40+ Km, and we had a delightful afternoon that took us through farm country, Mt Pellerin, the Lavaux vineyards etc. We got our fix.
Loved our time in Montreux - the people were friendly and welcoming, the Freddy Mercury Days vibe was fun. It lived up the its reputation as the Swiss Riviera.

Grindelwald: The Golden Pass trip was a lovely experience. We had no idea what to expect in Grindelwald, but it was awe inspiring, in the spectacle, the infrastructure, the options, everything.
Sunstar Hotel: Crazy beautiful view, modern, fresh, well-appointed. Only down-side was dealing with the multitudes of bus tours pouring in, and constant navigating through crowds. The room was warm, again no air conditioning - and buggy. We had to get bug spray to handle it. No screens as always.
The bike tour out of Interlaken was an early morning - but the tour was excellent, actually amazing - and Marceau our guide was delightful and knowledgeable.
Valentine's suggestion to change from Wengen to Grindelwald was a great decision. We visited Wengen, and it was a bit too sleepy for us. Her Grindelwald suggestions were perfect as always.
We could have spent more time there - it was that good.

Zurich:
Central Plaza Hotel - again, would not hesitate to stay there if we return. The rooms, the staff and the breakfast service were excellent.

Car Transfers: Probably did not need the transfers from central Plaza to the Hauptbahnhof They were unnecessary.
Luggage Transfers: We hated them - then loved them. For our situation using only a carry-on suitcase and a backpack - it made it quite difficult because everything we needed for the morning rituals went in our suitcases. They were (necessarily) too early for that reason - it forced 5:30 wake-up - not ideal when on vacation. That's when we hated them. BUT, when navigating stairs at the train stations and making connections - we loved them, because even a carry-on fully-packed suitcase is heavy - and we were able to avoid any potential for a fall or injury amidst the throngs of people dragging their huge bags down and up flights of stairs. Would we do it again? Yes - just for the safety factor at our ages.

We loved having lovingly pre-planned excursions (bike trips, tours) as well as days when we could choose what to do. On those days Valentine gave us detailed and amazing suggestions, most of which we happily did!

Valentine was available to us day and night 7 days a week during this trip, answering questions and helping us navigate any uncertain parts. We've never had a travel company provide such on-the-ground assistance at a moment's notice. Valentine gave her heart and soul to us and shared her knowledge of this beautiful area so generously. We are already recommending her and KimKim without reservation to our friends!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Turenne
Colmar

Chic, walking distance to Little Venice and the Old Village area, responsive staff, great breakfast.

Central Plaza Hotel
Zürich

Perfect location, small rooms, good air conditioning, excellent staff

Local specialist: Valentine Julien

Spain 2026🇪🇸
Spain | Sep 6 - Sep 12, 2026

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Beth B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
Everything was flawless from car rental, hotels, guided tours & private transportation! This service took all of the stress of planning local details off our plate. The communication within the app made the day to day travel plans effortless! Thank you Read more

Everything was flawless from car rental, hotels, guided tours & private transportation! This service took all of the stress of planning local details off our plate. The communication within the app made the day to day travel plans effortless! Thank you

Activity Reviews
Montserrat & Penedès: Nature, Devotion & Cava
Montserrat & Penedès: Nature, Devotion & Cava
Spain

The Vineyard was spectacular with a rich history!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Taste Barcelona: Authentic Tapas & Neighborhood Walk
Taste Barcelona: Authentic Tapas & Neighborhood Walk
Barcelona

Very fun tour with lots of non tourist locations! Our guide was interesting and hospitable. We were able to sample many great Tapas & drinks

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Spain Important Trip Information: Please Review Before Departure
Spain Important Trip Information: Please Review Before Departure
Spain

everything we needed to know was at our fingertips

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Barcelona Highlights: Guided Walk &  Iconic Sagrada Família
Barcelona Highlights: Guided Walk & Iconic Sagrada Família
Spain

Our guide was heartfelt & passionate about the Sagrada & Catalonia. He added many details and was perfectly relaxed about touring us through the Gothic District with a personal touch! The Sagrada was a favorite of many in our group! Our guide accessed tickets and we skipped right through the line! Learning the rich history and story made this extra memorable.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
From Market to Table: Cook Authentic Spanish Dishes
From Market to Table: Cook Authentic Spanish Dishes
Barcelona

Lovely experience ….some of the best dishes we ate! The class is held in a gorgeous authentic old building that adds to the charm.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Raquel Aceituno

Excellent trip using a professional team to assure a local experience
Belgium | Sep 6 - Sep 12, 2026

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Katherine Z.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
How wonderful to have each day set out for us with tickets to activities purchased, transportation managed, directions provided, and food/beverages/extra site options recommended. Lisa was easy to work with, responsive, and understood the unique architectural sites we were looking to see. An occasional hiccup was managed quickly with 24/7 availability to get things rearranged to managed. This was our first interaction with KimKim and we would definitely use them again! Read more

How wonderful to have each day set out for us with tickets to activities purchased, transportation managed, directions provided, and food/beverages/extra site options recommended. Lisa was easy to work with, responsive, and understood the unique architectural sites we were looking to see. An occasional hiccup was managed quickly with 24/7 availability to get things rearranged to managed. This was our first interaction with KimKim and we would definitely use them again!

Hotel Review
The Dominican
Bruxelles

Staff was responsive and helpful. Room and bath were comfortable if a bit small. Location near historic Grand Place was very convenient and special. Breakfast offered a broad range of options.

Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Antwerp - The Underpass
Antwerp - The Underpass
Belgium

Glad we did it as it give you a feel for Antwerp.

Quality of Experience
Ghent - Scenic boat tour (join-in)
Ghent - Scenic boat tour (join-in)
Belgium

Fun. Guide was very funny. Nice way to get a flavor for Ghent.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Brussels - Cinquantenaire Park
Brussels - Cinquantenaire Park
Belgium

Interesting park. Sorry to see the main pavilions are not open generally. Understand it would be a significant expense to keep it up and renovated, but hope Brussels has the opportunity to do that in the future...it would be wonderful.

Quality of Experience
Transport
Antwerp - Museum Aan de Stroom (MAS)
Antwerp - Museum Aan de Stroom (MAS)
Belgium

Nice museum that had views of the city from different directions at every level. That was cool. Top floor offered panoramic views! Exhihibits were fine but not stellar. Still, we enjoyed it.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Brussels - Museum of Musical Instruments (MIM)
Brussels - Museum of Musical Instruments (MIM)
Belgium

Beautiful location. Interesting exhibit and nice audio tour where at a press of a button you could listen to most of the instruments. I was thankful I wasn't with my musician brother has he would have spent 8 hours there!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ghent - Adoration of the Mystic Lamb
Ghent - Adoration of the Mystic Lamb
Belgium

Significantly better than anticipated...truly wonderful. The virtual reality tour before viewing the painting was informative and fun. Well done!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Brussels - Sint-Gillis art nouveau and Horta Museum
Brussels - Sint-Gillis art nouveau and Horta Museum
Brussels

A must see and very enjoyable. However, would be elevated with the availability of an audio tour rather than just a brief description of each space in a booklet. Still, an amazing place.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Antwerp - Private guided walking tour of Zurenborg and the Green Quarter
Antwerp - Private guided walking tour of Zurenborg and the Green Quarter
Belgium

Guide was wonderful. It was drizzling or lightly raining the whole time, but with umbrellas in hand, we all made the best of it and the guide was as enthusiastic as one could hope. Very knowledgeable and engaging.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ghent - Gravensteen Castle of the Counts
Ghent - Gravensteen Castle of the Counts
Belgium

Interesting. We did the comedy and history audio tour which was entertaining, although a bit long.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Brussels - Center for Fine Arts (BOZAR)
Brussels - Center for Fine Arts (BOZAR)
Belgium

No available exhibits.

Quality of Experience
Brussels - Hôtel Solvay
Brussels - Hôtel Solvay
Brussels

Gorgeous! Worth seeing for sure. Tour aspect was not particularly good. Staff were a bit late openning so we all entered together with everyone needing to get booties and check packpacks. We were told we were told we had 40 minutes to view the house, which for us, since we didn't push to the front meant closer to 30. There was no audio tour and guides seemed to be stationed not to provide information but to be sure we all moved along, didn't take pictures until the prescribed time, and didn't touch anything. Staff were not welcoming. It felt like we were gifted with the opportunity and should be thankful we had any entrance at all. Thankfully, we know quite a bit about Art Nouveau and had seen the outside a couple days before with our Art Nouveau guide so she had given us a great deal of history and information.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Brussels - Explore Brussels' Museums with the Brussels Card (including public transport)
Belgium

Having the Brussels card worked out well. We started at the Comic Museum which was in a cool Victor Horta building, and we enjoyed it more than we expected. We went to the BOZAR next but there were no current exhibits. Thankfully, the Magritte Museum is very close by so we headed there. It was very enjoyable. We enjoyed the Museum of Instruments as well. The trek to the Park Cinquantenaire was a bit long but worth it. And we figured out the metro back to the hotel since it was included on the card. Quite convenient.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Brussels - Day trip to Antwerp by public transport
Brussels - Day trip to Antwerp by public transport
Brussels

Train was easy to manage especially with train tickets purchased ahead and a click away. Starting at the central station...wow. We walked and walked and saw a great deal. A wonderful day trip from Brussels.

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Transport
Brussels - Private guided walking tour
Brussels - Private guided walking tour
Belgium

Mix-up on reservation and time meant it started 40 minutes late, but having the actual phone number of the guide meant we were able to reach him directly and he came immediately. Guide was local and generally knowledgeable. Like to have a bit more knowledge of the history of city and perspective this brings.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Brussels - Art Nouveau at Maison Hannon
Brussels - Art Nouveau at Maison Hannon
Brussels

Just fabulous! A bit of a hiccup meant that the guide was not highly comfortable with English, so we ended up with 2 guides! Both were not completely fluent in English but together we understood each other perfectly. Both were charming and highly knowledgeable. A great experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Brussels - Day trip to Ghent by public transport
Brussels - Day trip to Ghent by public transport
Brussels

Having the Ghent card made seeing sites easy. Ghent is lovely and would highly recommend. Enjoyed the castle and the boat trip. We were not sure the special tout to see the Mystic Lamb would be worth it and it definitely was!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Brussels - Private guided walking tour: Art Nouveau architecture
Brussels - Private guided walking tour: Art Nouveau architecture
Brussels

Our guide was charming, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. A great experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Lisa van den Eerenbeemt

Everything on the trip was flawless
Costa Rica | Sep 4 - Sep 12, 2026

James
James C.
Phoenix, AZ, USA | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
Everything on the trip was flawless. I got to do some amazing things and didn’t have to do all the work to figure it out. Adam was always very responsive to make the changes along the way as well. I look forward to planning with this team in the future. Adam’s expertise represented your company well and built confidence for me to use them in the future. Read more

Everything on the trip was flawless. I got to do some amazing things and didn’t have to do all the work to figure it out. Adam was always very responsive to make the changes along the way as well. I look forward to planning with this team in the future. Adam’s expertise represented your company well and built confidence for me to use them in the future.

Hotel Reviews
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
San Jose

Excellent hotel with amazing views. Staff are all very friendly. Great gym and pool.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cloud Forest Lodge
Monteverde

Jose at the restaurant was amazing and took good care of me. Rooms don’t have AC and can get warm.

Authenticity & Character
Location
to far to walk to anything.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
No AC
Tifakara by the Waterfall
La Fortuna

Everyone working there makes you feel at home. This wasn’t just a hotel it was an experience. Made me feel like I was in the show “White Lotus” without the drama.

Authenticity & Character
Loved the frog sanctuary and trails
Location
Staff
Adrian, Kevin and Fernanda.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were spotless and shared areas were too.
Activity Reviews
TreeTram, Hanging Bridges & Zipline Adventure
TreeTram, Hanging Bridges & Zipline Adventure
Monteverde

Great place to get a fantastic zip line experience with highly trained professionals. Best zip lines with amazing views. The bridges were lots of fun and a great way to see the jungle.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Trekking to Laguna de Hule
Trekking to Laguna de Hule
Arenal/La Fortuna

Great hike for experienced hikers. Amazing jungle experience. The food at the families house at the end was amazing. Best food I had on the entire trip.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sloth Discovery Walk
Sloth Discovery Walk
Arenal/La Fortuna

Great nature walk with a very experienced guide with a.great eye.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Adam Gomez

Everything was excellent from start to finish...
Peru | Aug 26 - Sep 6, 2026

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C C.
the Cyprus | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
Everything was excellent from start to finish. Jimena and the rest of the team planned our trip down to every small detail. From airport pickups, arranging breakfast/lunch boxes while travelling and taking us to the excursions. The guides and drivers were punctual, knowledgeable and willing to adapt pace to the day. They even helped us dealing with the altitude sickness in Cusco. We would recommend without hesitation. Read more

Everything was excellent from start to finish. Jimena and the rest of the team planned our trip down to every small detail. From airport pickups, arranging breakfast/lunch boxes while travelling and taking us to the excursions. The guides and drivers were punctual, knowledgeable and willing to adapt pace to the day. They even helped us dealing with the altitude sickness in Cusco. We would recommend without hesitation.

Hotel Reviews
La Hacienda Bahía Paracas
Paracas
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hacienda Sonqori Centro Historico
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
need to improvement friendliness and customer service.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tierra Viva Valle Sagrado
Urubamba
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción
Puerto Maldonado
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Innside Lima Miraflores by Melia Hotels International
Miraflores
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Sep 14, 2026

Thank you so much, Claudio! It has been a pleasure to design this journey for you and Konstantia. I’m so happy to hear you both enjoyed the experience and felt well taken care of throughout your trip. Wishing you both many more wonderful adventures together! 🇵🇪

The Trip of a Lifetime, Beautifully Planned
Italy | Sep 2 - Sep 12, 2026

Deneen
Deneen G.
Atlanta, GA, USA | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
Valeria and Lucrezia, As our incredible journey comes to an end, I’m struggling to find words big enough to express what this trip has meant to all six of us. What you created for us was not simply an itinerary or a vacation. It was a truly unforgettable experience that we will carry in our hearts for the rest of our lives. Every place we visited, every experience, every thoughtful detail, and every wonderful person we met along the way made this journey feel extraordinary. We... Read more

Valeria and Lucrezia,

As our incredible journey comes to an end, I’m struggling to find words big enough to express what this trip has meant to all six of us.

What you created for us was not simply an itinerary or a vacation. It was a truly unforgettable experience that we will carry in our hearts for the rest of our lives. Every place we visited, every experience, every thoughtful detail, and every wonderful person we met along the way made this journey feel extraordinary.

We laughed, celebrated, learned, explored, ate far too much amazing food, and shared moments together that we will be talking about for years to come. There are memories from this trip that I know will stay with each of us forever.

Every single person you connected us with was exceptional. Our guides were absolutely incredible. Their knowledge, passion, and ability to bring Italy to life for us was simply mind blowing. Beatrice also deserves a very special mention. She was beyond helpful, responsive, and caring whenever we needed her, and knowing she was there for us gave us such peace of mind throughout the trip.

Planning a trip for six people with different interests and expectations is no small task, yet you somehow turned it all into one seamless and beautiful adventure. We are so grateful for the care, thought, and attention that went into every part of this experience.

Our hearts are incredibly full.

We came to Italy hoping for a wonderful vacation. We left with something so much greater: memories, stories, laughter, friendships, and a deeper love for this beautiful country that none of us will ever forget.

Thank you, from all six of us, for giving us the trip of a lifetime. What you created for us was truly remarkable, and we will always remember the people behind the scenes who made it so special.

With enormous gratitude and very full hearts, ❤️
Deneen and the entire group 🇮🇹

Activity Reviews
Visit of the Amalfi Coast  villages  with a shared wine tasting and lunch at Tenuta di San Francesco
Visit of the Amalfi Coast villages with a shared wine tasting and lunch at Tenuta di San Francesco
Italy

Such a fun day and a wonderful way to experience the beauty of the Amalfi Coast! We only wish we’d had more time to slow down and really take it all in, but we truly enjoyed every minute. Our driver and guide, Michele, was fantastic: friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire day so enjoyable. The scenery was breathtaking, and the wine tasting and lunch were a lovely addition. A memorable day and a great way to see so much of this beautiful area!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private golf cart tour
Private golf cart tour
Italy

This was such a great way to experience Rome, especially when you only have a short amount of time. Our guide, Marco, was so sweet, knowledgeable, and made the experience really enjoyable. He showed us so many of Rome’s highlights and gave us a wonderful introduction to the city. Since our time in Rome was limited, the golf cart tour allowed us to see so much more than we ever could have on our own. A fun, relaxing, and memorable way to see this incredible city!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Vatican at night: Private tour
Vatican at night: Private tour
Rome

This was such a special way to end our holiday in Italy. Our guide, Deborah, had an incredible wealth of knowledge, and the tour was extraordinarily rich in history, art, and detail. There was honestly so much to take in that at times we felt we could barely absorb everything she was sharing, especially at the end of such a full journey, but we were in complete awe. Our only disappointment was that we hadn’t realized we should arrive earlier if we wanted time to visit the Sistine Chapel, so unfortunately we missed that experience. We wish we had known in advance. That said, the tour itself was absolutely spectacular. Seeing the Vatican in the evening made it feel even more special, and Deborah made the experience truly memorable. A beautiful and unforgettable way to end our Italian adventure.

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Transport
Lemon Grove- Mozzarella Farm in Sorrento area
Lemon Grove- Mozzarella Farm in Sorrento area
Italy

Such a fun and memorable experience! The family made the entire day so special. They were funny, warm, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable. We learned so much, including some wonderful cooking tips that we’ll take home with us and treasure for years to come. It felt personal, authentic, and full of laughter from beginning to end. An absolutely amazing experience and one of the highlights of our time in Sorrento!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Chianti wine tour with cooking class and lunch
Private Chianti wine tour with cooking class and lunch
Italy

This was truly one of our favorite days of the entire trip. Spending time with the family and being welcomed into their world made the experience feel incredibly personal and special. Learning to make authentic pasta together was so much fun and something we will always remember. The food, wine, setting, and hospitality were all wonderful, but it was the warmth of the people that made the day unforgettable. Our driver was also exceptional. He was warm, accommodating, and such a pleasure to spend time with, making an already amazing day even more enjoyable. This was so much more than a cooking class or wine tour. It felt like a genuine taste of Italian life, and it is a memory we will treasure for years to come. Absolutely five stars!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day visit to Siena and San Gimignano - guide in Siena included
Day visit to Siena and San Gimignano - guide in Siena included
Italy

This was an incredible and very full day. Our guide in Siena was simply remarkable, and her knowledge was extraordinary. The winery lunch was another wonderful highlight and made the day even more special. There was so much to see, learn, and experience that we only wished we had more time. If our schedule had allowed, two days would have been even better so we could slow down and really soak it all in. Our driver was also incredibly kind and accommodating when one of our friends became ill, which we appreciated more than we can say. A truly memorable experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private boat tour to Capri
Private boat tour to Capri
Italy

One of the highlights of our trip! The boat tour to Capri was absolutely beautiful and such a special experience for the six of us. The scenery was breathtaking, the day felt relaxed and personal, and our captain and crew were wonderful. Truly unforgettable and absolutely five stars.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Valeria Arcangeli

Ivan did a fantastic job of listening to me a...
Croatia | Sep 1 - Sep 9, 2026

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Debbie W.
Belgium | Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
Ivan did a fantastic job of listening to me and selecting activities that were fun and exciting. The drivers were professional, safe, operated clean vehicles, knowledgeable and always prompt. The tour guides (biking, kayaking, winery, guided walks) were very accommodating, service oriented, knowledgeable and comfortable to be with. The extras provided were always a nice surprise. The breakfasts in each hotel was delicious and had a huge selection to choose from. My first complaint is that the... Read more

Ivan did a fantastic job of listening to me and selecting activities that were fun and exciting. The drivers were professional, safe, operated clean vehicles, knowledgeable and always prompt. The tour guides (biking, kayaking, winery, guided walks) were very accommodating, service oriented, knowledgeable and comfortable to be with. The extras provided were always a nice surprise. The breakfasts in each hotel was delicious and had a huge selection to choose from. My first complaint is that the hotel in Korcula was a little warm and a little uncomfortable to sleep. I also heard another man complaining about this at the front desk. I also believe the towels were older and need to be replaced. I plan to look at a trip to Thailand for 8 people in November 2027 and hope to have the same great service that Ivan provided.

Hotel Reviews
Irini Luxury Rooms
Split
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pharos Hvar Bayhill Hotel
Hvar
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Marko Polo Hotel
Korcula
Authenticity & Character
Location
Near every thing
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Lero
Dubrovnik

All good.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to everything.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Guided Walking Tour of Split
Guided Walking Tour of Split
Split
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hvar Wine Tasting Excursion
Hvar Wine Tasting Excursion
Hvar
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tour Dubrovnik's Old Town
Tour Dubrovnik's Old Town
Croatia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Split
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day Trip to the Caves & Beaches of Vis Island by boat
Day Trip to the Caves & Beaches of Vis Island by boat
Hvar
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half Day Kayaking Excursion
Half Day Kayaking Excursion
Korčula
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Bike tour in Dubrovnik with lunch
Bike tour in Dubrovnik with lunch
Dubrovnik
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ivan Cosic

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.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Two hour ride from Ubud
Local specialist: Jook Prapassorn
Jook
Jook Prapassorn
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Sep 13, 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

Self-Drive Norway -- Terrific!
Norway | Aug 16 - Sep 6, 2026

Kenneth
Kenneth P.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026
Kimkim was terrific and we just completed an outstanding trip to Norway! I asked Anna to help put together a 3-week self-drive trip that focused on the outdoor beauty of Norway, including lots of day hikes I had read about (including others she might recommend), with accommodations that were nice & clean – and a handful of splurge stops she thought were worth it. Anna was quick to propose a trip that looked great, worked with us as we made a few tweaks (including a start in Oslo to take... Read more

Kimkim was terrific and we just completed an outstanding trip to Norway!

I asked Anna to help put together a 3-week self-drive trip that focused on the outdoor beauty of Norway, including lots of day hikes I had read about (including others she might recommend), with accommodations that were nice & clean – and a handful of splurge stops she thought were worth it. Anna was quick to propose a trip that looked great, worked with us as we made a few tweaks (including a start in Oslo to take the cross-country rail trip before starting our self-drive – worth it!), and she recommended & incorporated a handful of private city walks and guided hikes. The process was easy, the trip was custom, the results were great.

Accommodation favorites include: The Bolder (a modern compact stand-alone cabin with a spectacular view), Fjaerland Fjordstove Hotell & Restaurant (a historic gem in a charming tiny town with a terrific restaurant), Blatind Botique Hotel (cozy luxury in a private mountain setting with excellent dining), and an unbelievable lakeside view from a Vollsnes Feiehus Stryn cabin near Loen. We also enjoyed the quirky/funky Dovregubbens Hall, and Hotel Brosundet in Alesund. And we stayed in a handful of Scandic hotels which were nice, clean, and had great breakfasts. We wanted a variety – and we were happy with the variety!

Add-on favorites include: A private city walk in Bergen, followed by a hike above the city the next day (beautiful). A private hike to a historic farm now known for wild blueberries in an idyllic setting near Fjaerland. And a floating sauna (with occasional fjord plunges!)

Hiking area favorites: Forsand, Voss, Loen, Andalsnes

One other note. Kimkim provided support during our trip – I didn’t expect to need it, but I did. During one of our drives, we arrived at what looked like an abandoned ferry terminal (we were the only ones there). I couldn’t quite make sense of the ferry terminal schedule on-line, so I reached out to Kimkim’s 24-hour number (it was Sunday), and they responded immediately --confirmed the ferry schedule, provided an alternate route if I didn’t want to wait, and asked what else they could do. I really appreciated the support.

A great trip! Thank you.

Hotel Reviews
Scandic Byparken
Bergen

I liked the location (away from the cruise crowds, but still very walkable to the main city area). Nothing special, but clean. Good breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Scandic Byporten
Oslo

Small but comfortable rooms. Very handy to adjacent mall, restaurant, train station. Good breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Very friendly at the front desk.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Brosundet
Ålesund

Great location. Rooms were fine.

Authenticity & Character
Genuine Alesund
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Blåtind Boutique Hotel
Stordal

Cozy luxury in a private mountain setting with excellent dining. This was a treat.

Authenticity & Character
Mountain lodge on the outside, lux on the inside.
Location
Staff
Ole was exceptionally personable and very welcoming.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Frich's Ekspress Hotel
Åndalsnes

Clean rooms. We liked and used the common lounge several times. Handy to have a grocery close. But the restaurant in the building is closed. And it's in a bit of an odd part of town.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Seemed to be in the more industrial part of town. Restaurant in building is closed. Not bad, but we needed to drive to eat, hike, or see the town center.
Staff
Didn't see any, but rooms were clean.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Oppdal Turisthotell
Oppdal

Rooms were clean, but dated. Overall, this hotel seems tired. Breakfast was nothing special.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean, but not cozy or all that welcoming.
Dovregubbens Hall
Dombås

Quirky, funky, but perfect for the setting, and we liked it. Clean and comfortable.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Vollsnes Feriehus Stryn
Stryn

The setting is spectacular -- the views amazing. Big, modern, and it has a washing machine! Free kayaks -- we used these and they were great. Walking distance to some great trails. The cabin is a 4-plex, so if others are out late on their deck, you will hear them (we did).

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Owner stopped by after we arrived to make sure all was OK
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean.
Fjærland Fjordstove Hotell & Restaurant
Fjærland

A historic gem in a charming tiny town with a terrific restaurant. The expansive lobby lounge and wrap around deck were really nice. This was a favorite for sure.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Bolder
Forsand

Small but fantastic. We spent one entire afternoon marvelling at the view.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The cabin was initially made up for 2 (reservation was for 3) -- and they remedied the issue promptly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rosendal Turist hotel
Kvinnherad

Top floor room of old building had a tiny triangle-shaped shower with no shower door, and angled (roofline) ceiling in the bathroom (I hit my head twice). We ate at the restaurant on the night they were serving crab and shrimp buffet -- we did not care for it.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms were clean. The bathroom in my room just wasn't comfortable.
Scandic Voss
Voss

Great location in Voss. Big nice breakfast.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Guided hike over "Vidden"
Guided hike over "Vidden"
Bergen

Our guide modified our original hike to accommodate us with a less strenuous hike -- funicular up, then hiking above the city, and back down to our hotel.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Bergen Walking Tour With a Local Guide
Bergen Walking Tour With a Local Guide
Bergen

Informative, and away from the cruise crowds -- our guide timed it so the bulk of the crowd had cleared once we arrived at the fish market area. Enjoyed walking the narrow streets and seeing the historic homes.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems with a Local Expert
Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems with a Local Expert
Oslo

I liked getting away from the tourist center to see other parts of the city -- a more "real world" look at Oslo. We had a few bites of local food along the way (cinnamon bun, Syverkiosken) -- a nice walk!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Geraingerfjord Safari by RIB
Geraingerfjord Safari by RIB
Geiranger

The day was cloudy & misty. Our guide was fine but not particularly exciting. We had arrived via ferry from Hellesylt (due to a road closure), so we had already seen most of it. On a clear day with a more entertaining guide, it would be better.

Quality of Experience
The Bordals gorge
Voss

This is a quick stop (you can do a hike from the hotel, or drive there and step out). We drove (and did a separate hike around the city).

Quality of Experience
Hike to Rampestreken Viewpoint
Hike to Rampestreken Viewpoint
Åndalsnes

Steep, and tree-root covered along much of the way, but very doable. The hike above the viewpoint to the top is the steepest and most exposed along the side of the mountain.

Quality of Experience
Cheese Tasting in Undredal
Cheese Tasting in Undredal
Norway

Great cheese, and hands-down the best brown cheese of the trip. An informative hour.

Quality of Experience
Visit Stegastein Viewpoint
Visit Stegastein Viewpoint
Norway

The view is very nice. The drive up is insane.

Quality of Experience
Voss Gondol
Voss Gondol
Voss

The gondol ride was nice and the view up top is nice. Unfortunately the trails at the top are shared by mountain bikes, and though we didn't see/meet any mountain bikers on the trail, the trails themselves were torn up from bicycle ruts & very muddy -- a disappointment. Loved the swing at the top of the mountain.

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Transport
Floating Sauna
Floating Sauna
Norway

Fun and hot (sauna) and freezing (jumping into the fjord). A must do. And the scenery -- fantastic!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Easy, easy walk from hotel.
Guidet Hike to Blåbærstølen
Guidet Hike to Blåbærstølen
Fjærland

We had a beautiful day -- the scenery was terrific, and we even ate a few blueberries (though the season had passed). Our guide was a life-long local, very knowledgeable -- and enjoyable.

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Local specialist: Anna Grindevoll Strønstad

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