Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Wonderful Experience
South Africa | Jul 2 - Jul 14, 2025

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Hector F.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025
Anna-Marie was super helpful in planning our trip beforehand and gave us great suggestions in tailoring our trip to our family's needs. During the trip she was super responsive and always made sure we found our guides, transport, and was available throughout the entire journey. She truly helped make our trip a once in a lifetime experience and it would not have been the same without her and her team's planning and execution. We highly recommend Kim Kim and Anna-Marie. Read more

Anna-Marie was super helpful in planning our trip beforehand and gave us great suggestions in tailoring our trip to our family's needs. During the trip she was super responsive and always made sure we found our guides, transport, and was available throughout the entire journey. She truly helped make our trip a once in a lifetime experience and it would not have been the same without her and her team's planning and execution. We highly recommend Kim Kim and Anna-Marie.

Hotel Review
Simbavati River Lodge
Kruger National Park

Wonderful experience and we loved how customized it was. The kids felt very welcome and really enjoyed the game drives as well as the food. Beautiful lodge, we can't wait to return.

Authenticity & Character
Location
You are in the heart of all the animals
Staff
very friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke

TOTALLY loved kayaking (though wish it were a...
Iceland | Sep 8 - Sep 14, 2025

Lauri
Lauri F.
Pittsburgh, PA | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025
TOTALLY loved kayaking (though wish it were a longer kayak), hiking on the glacier and into the ice cave, and the food tour. The guides for all of those were fantastic. Great hiking experiences and interesting sites. Gummi provided excellent restaurant recommendations. The food was just so fresh and tasty! Read more

TOTALLY loved kayaking (though wish it were a longer kayak), hiking on the glacier and into the ice cave, and the food tour. The guides for all of those were fantastic. Great hiking experiences and interesting sites. Gummi provided excellent restaurant recommendations. The food was just so fresh and tasty!

Hotel Reviews
Center Hotels Skjaldbreið
Reykjavík
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Hotel Vík í Mýrdal
Vík
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Litli Geysir Hotel
Haukadalur
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Hótel Fransiskus Stykkishólmi
Stykkishólmur

Very utilitarian, but the staff was absolutely fantastic!

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Center Hotel Arnarhvoll
Reykjavík
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Activity Reviews
Faxaflói Bay Whale Watching Excursion
Faxaflói Bay Whale Watching Excursion
Reykjavík
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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Excursion
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Excursion
Iceland

We loved this…..just would have loved if it had been a bit longer. Beautiful and loved seeing the seals.

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Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Iceland

Had no idea what to expect and the cave did not disappoint.

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Icelandic Food Walk
Icelandic Food Walk
Reykjavík

The guide was really fun and the group was good. The food was totally amazing.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason

Family trip to France
France | Aug 27 - Sep 11, 2025

Nancy
Nancy B.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025
In September 2025 we took a family trip to France with our two adult children. We started planning the trip in January and began working with Emma at KimKim shortly thereafter. After gathering everyone’s suggestions and ideas I forwarded them to Emma and she began sketching out our trip. Over the next few months our plans came together and excitement built. Before our departure date, Emma was transferred to another country but her replacement, Amandine, never missed a beat. From our arrival... Read more

In September 2025 we took a family trip to France with our two adult children. We started planning the trip in January and began working with Emma at KimKim shortly thereafter. After gathering everyone’s suggestions and ideas I forwarded them to Emma and she began sketching out our trip. Over the next few months our plans came together and excitement built. Before our departure date, Emma was transferred to another country but her replacement, Amandine, never missed a beat. From our arrival in Paris to our departure 15 days later everything just fell into place. Information and instructions provided were clear and accurate. Even when things didn’t quite go as planned, Amandine was always available to assist.

We were most impressed when we heard that there might be a “day of action” on our last travel day back into Paris. Before we could even think about what it might mean for us, there was a note from Amandine indicating that she had proactively reserved a rental car for us as an alternative.

Since our return, Amandine has continued to be available to resolve a few minor hotel transactions that needed to be resolved.

We are impressed and have already started talking about another family trip with KimKim. We highly recommend this company!

Hotel Reviews
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
Lyon
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Hôtel d’Europe
Avignon
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Hotel La Résidence du Vieux Port
Marseille
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Chateau St Roux
Le Cannet-des-Maures
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La Villa Nice Promenade
Nice
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Activity Reviews
Private Transfer from Paris hotel to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
France
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Local Bouchon Lyonnais Diner
Local Bouchon Lyonnais Diner
Lyon

Lovely location. Quaint atmosphere. Great staff!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Half-Day Cruise to Calanques National Park - private group
Half-Day Cruise to Calanques National Park - private group
Marseille

This activity didn’t happen because of weather.

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Make your own Baguette Baking workshop at Chateau Saint-Roux
Make your own Baguette Baking workshop at Chateau Saint-Roux
France

This activity didn’t happen because of scheduling problem.

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Enjoy the Chateau Saint-Roux
Enjoy the Chateau Saint-Roux
France

Lovely spot for dinner. Enjoyed the family room.

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Dinner at Le Plongeoir
Dinner at Le Plongeoir
France

Wonderful spot. Fantastic food. Great service.

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Paris: Illuminations Seine River Cruise
Paris: Illuminations Seine River Cruise
Paris
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Discovery of the Parisian catacombs
Discovery of the Parisian catacombs
Paris
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Private Notre-Dame Cathedrale and Saint Chapelle Visit
Private Notre-Dame Cathedrale and Saint Chapelle Visit
Paris
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Marais Pastry and Chocolate Tour
Marais Pastry and Chocolate Tour
Paris

Excellent tour. So much fun.

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Skip-the-line: louvre museum greatest masterpieces private guided tour
Skip-the-line: louvre museum greatest masterpieces private guided tour
Paris
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Local specialist: Amandine Baillarguès

“Taste of Portugal”
Portugal | Sep 4 - Sep 11, 2025

Shelley
Shelley H.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025
We planned a last minute trip to Portugal and it was our 1st time using the Kimkim service. We were most impressed with the ease of booking and the excellent personal service we received from Coraima.
Once in Portugal, we realized that she listened to what we wanted. The accommodations, the excursions and our specific itinerary were tailored made just for us!
We will definitely be booking our next vacation through kimkim!
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We planned a last minute trip to Portugal and it was our 1st time using the Kimkim service. We were most impressed with the ease of booking and the excellent personal service we received from Coraima.
Once in Portugal, we realized that she listened to what we wanted. The accommodations, the excursions and our specific itinerary were tailored made just for us!
We will definitely be booking our next vacation through kimkim!

Hotel Reviews
Estoril Vintage Hotel
Estoril

Overlooking the Atlantic Sea, Estoril Vintage Hotel is a place where every guest is treated royally! Every detail for the guests comfort is tended to thoughtfully.

Authenticity & Character
Well preserved fretwork, antiques and relaxing outdoor spaces would draw us back when next in Portugal.
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The front desk attendant was most welcoming and projected sincerity upon our arrival. Maria, the owner made a pint of speaking to each guests both at dinner and at breakfast.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Crisp linens, thirsty towels and beautiful china,,,the Royal Treatment!
Sintra Marmoris Palace
Sintra

A former summer “palace” this small boutique hotel, located in Sintra, had amazing views. Its fusion of old with modern decor was thoughtfully curated. Very quaint and quiet away from the bustle of the tourism centre.

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It’s hillside location gave some beautiful views!
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Sapientia Boutique Hotel
Coimbra

This UNESCO Heritage site is situated on the campus of the Unibwdaory of Coimbra. Centrally located swhixh made walking around to sites very easy.

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Torel Quinta da Vacaria - Douro Valley
Peso da Régua, Vila Real District

This hotel on the vineyard is very new at 13 mos when we stayed there but you would think they’d been in business for years. Their attention to detail, impeccable service, exquisite food and stunning views made it a most memorable experience! This boutique hotel also has a beautiful spa with relaxing experiences. Imagine a jacuzzi filled with wine? Amazing!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Overlooking the Douro Valley, the views are breathtaking!
Staff
Everyone was attentive but not imposing.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean rooms. Turn down service…with chocolate!
Local specialist: Coraima Yañez

Tour of Croatia
Croatia | Sep 8 - Sep 16, 2025

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Jon A.
Akron, OH | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
Just wanted to mention that Anna-Marie, our tour director, was great. We had a couple of hiccups that she took care of very quickly for us. Our itinerary was just what we asked for. We started in Zagreb. Not knowing much about the city I had no real expectation. I was very impressed by the architecture and the history of the city and country. Sadat was another one of our stops. The city was small and could easily be walked. The Roman influenced architecture was truly spectacular as... Read more

Just wanted to mention that Anna-Marie, our tour director, was great. We had a couple of hiccups that she took care of very quickly for us.

Our itinerary was just what we asked for. We started in Zagreb. Not knowing much about the city I had no real expectation. I was very impressed by the architecture and the history of the city and country. Sadat was another one of our stops. The city was small and could easily be walked. The Roman influenced architecture was truly spectacular as well as the selections of restaurants. Split was our next stop. It was a lively city that again was easy to walk and had some spectacular architecture in the old town section of the city. The highlight of Split was our our food tour which took us to 4 restaurants to sample local dishes which isn’t accurate because each restaurant was a full meal course that were different and delicious. We then went on to Hvar which is an island that is beautiful and historic. The highlight here was our hiking expedition in the hills to see some abandoned villages, hear about the history of the island, and delight in some spectacular views from high above the city. Our last stop was Dubrovnik which has the crown jewel of old towns in Croatia. Truly spectacular. We also took in an interesting museum which was the War Photography Museum. Very informative and moving.

Hotel Review
Teatro Verdi Boutique Hotel
Zadar

Very nice small botique hotel that was close to all the attractions. Well appointed with a helpful staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to everything
Staff
The young lady at the reception helped us find parking, gave us tips on restaurants, and told us a bit about the history of the area.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid

Dream Trip to Greece
Greece | Sep 7 - Sep 16, 2025

Torey
Torey F.
Philadelphia, PA | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
The KimKim team for Greece really knocked it out of the park for our 10 day tour or main land Greece and several islands. The activities they suggested for us were spot on for what what we like to do and were the perfect small groups. The accommodations were perfect boutique hotels in the best locations that allowed us to walk around town and really get a feel for the local culture. We visited, Athens, Paros (Alike), Santorini (Kamari Beach) and Crete (Chania) so there were a lot of logistics... Read more

The KimKim team for Greece really knocked it out of the park for our 10 day tour or main land Greece and several islands. The activities they suggested for us were spot on for what what we like to do and were the perfect small groups. The accommodations were perfect boutique hotels in the best locations that allowed us to walk around town and really get a feel for the local culture. We visited, Athens, Paros (Alike), Santorini (Kamari Beach) and Crete (Chania) so there were a lot of logistics as planes, taxies and ferries were required and everything was incredibly smooth. When I did have a question mid trip our POC Lea had answers for me in under 15 minutes. This really was a dream come true tip and we can't wait to plan our next trip using KimKim. Huge thanks to our in country planner Ionnis and our coordinator and trip POC, Lea. You guys crushed it!

Hotel Reviews
Belmondo Hotel & Suites
Chania

I have no words to describe how much we loved this hotel. We had the Belmomdo suite with the most amazing views of Old Harbor, perfectly walkable to tons of shopping and restaurants with the best views ever. If I could move into our suite I would. Please stay here if you are visiting Chania! The staff is incredible and even helped up with take away breakfast when we had early morning activities.

Authenticity & Character
Super cute charm
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The BEST location!
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Acoya Residences
Paros

Super cute hotel right in the town of Alike, which is the cutest little fisherman town with fantastic restaurants, beach and ocean views!

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Kamari Beach Hotel Santorini
Santorini

Perfect location and amazing views. Great spot and very walkable to all things in Kamari Beach and a short trip to Oia. Love!

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Coco-Mat Athens BC
Athens

One of my favorite hotels I have ever stayed in, the atmosphere and location was amazing~

Authenticity & Character
So many unique features, and very eco friendly!
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Activity Reviews
Sunset & Wine Tasting Experience
Sunset & Wine Tasting Experience
Santorini

Loved this small group tasting and tour, we got to see three of Santorini's wineries. Our host was fantastic.

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Small Cyclades Sailing Day Trip
Small Cyclades Sailing Day Trip
Paros

Such a great time actually sailing (not many sailing charters actually put the sails out and sail) the crew was great and the locations we visited were VERY private.

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Cooking lessons at an idyllic hotel by the pool
Cooking lessons at an idyllic hotel by the pool
Paros

We loved this activity! The host was fantastic, we felt like we were cooking in our hosts home, they gave us all the recipes and we can wait to try and replicate. Would love to do this again!

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Local specialist: Ioannis Antoniadis

What an awesome team! We booked a bucket list trip with Kim Kim to ...
Peru | Sep 2 - Sep 10, 2025

Dianna
Dianna E.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
We booked a bucket list trip with Kim Kim to Peru. They asked what kind of trip we were looking for, e.g., hiking, city, relaxing adventure. We told them we wanted to reconnect with nature and boy did they deliver! The literary was everything we'd hoped for and more! Everything was seamless from our drivers-Willy was awesome! to our guides- hugh shout out the Edwar! to even solving a few bumps along the way. The Kim Kim team is amazing and we will definitely be using their service again... Read more

We booked a bucket list trip with Kim Kim to Peru. They asked what kind of trip we were looking for, e.g., hiking, city, relaxing adventure. We told them we wanted to reconnect with nature and boy did they deliver! The literary was everything we'd hoped for and more! Everything was seamless from our drivers-Willy was awesome! to our guides- hugh shout out the Edwar! to even solving a few bumps along the way. The Kim Kim team is amazing and we will definitely be using their service again for a safe and fun vacation!

Hotel Reviews
Casa Amazonas
Puerto Maldonado

An oasis in a jungle setting. Be aware that this is truly a jungle retreat. Enjoy the hammocks outside your bamboo room for a good nap or a good book. Definately try the shamanic yoga and remember that the bats flying overhead are friends eating bugs. The scents and sounds of the jungle surround you with some of the best vegan cooking we have ever had. And the massgae/acupressure treatment was amazing! We also enjoyed the medicinal plant walk - we learned so much!

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Antigua Casona San Blas
Cusco

What a great getaway right in downtown Cusco. A fantastic breakfast set up with an open patio in the center of the building.

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Aranwa Sacred Valley
Urubamba

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! The food was amazing, the service was stellar and the ambiance could not be beat! Did I mention the spa? Wowza! What a great time. Next time, we will stay much longer!

Authenticity & Character
Colonial meets Peruvian with a spa feel.
Location
Close to hiking and the Machu Picchu train
Staff
Stellar service!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Really really clean!
Local specialist: Anne Godoy

Incredible trip to Portugal 🇵🇹
Portugal | Sep 10 - Sep 16, 2025

Kay
Kay R.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
Our trip to Portugal was incredible. We loved the walking tour, led by Alex who was well informed on the history of Lisbon. He spent extra time with us and also introduced us to Ginja.
All of our preset pickups were punctual and the boutique type hotels were in great locations.
Miguel, our guide on the tour to the Douro wine region was very knowledgeable of the area and a great historian. The area and views of the wineries were absolutely stunning. Miguel introduced us to ‘green... Read more

Our trip to Portugal was incredible. We loved the walking tour, led by Alex who was well informed on the history of Lisbon. He spent extra time with us and also introduced us to Ginja.
All of our preset pickups were punctual and the boutique type hotels were in great locations.

Miguel, our guide on the tour to the Douro wine region was very knowledgeable of the area and a great historian. The area and views of the wineries were absolutely stunning. Miguel introduced us to ‘green wine’ and he knew a tremendous amount about US history, so he was prepared to engage with the Americans, as well.

Our drive to Nazaré and Obidos then back to Lisbon from Porto was a fantastic day of learning and traveling the countryside. Nuno was our driver, he was prompt and allowed us to spend as much time as we wanted in both cities. Both cities are worth taking the time to see.

Hotel Reviews
Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto
Lisbon

Convenient location for an early morning flight

Authenticity & Character
Unique boutique-type hotel
Location
Close to the airport
Staff
Very professional
Cleanliness & Comfort
Mercure Porto Centro Aliados
Porto

Great location

Authenticity & Character
Unique boutique type hotel
Location
City center
Staff
Very professional
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable
PortoBay Marquês
Lisbon
Authenticity & Character
Unique look and professional staff
Location
Center city
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Professionalism
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Rita Pagano

Our guide Vicky did an in credible job and wa...
Australia | Sep 1 - Sep 16, 2025

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Alberto L.
Richardson, TX | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Our guide Vicky did an in credible job and was always washing our trip , weather and. Other developments. We could not had had a better trip and service

Local specialist: Vicky Steinhardt
Vicky
Vicky Steinhardt
Local specialist in Noosa, Australia | Replied on Sep 17, 2025

Hi Alberto
Thank you for your feedback
I am.so glad you had an incredible trip and felt looked after along the way.
Wishing you many more travel adventures ahead.
Thanks again
Vicky

Our trip to Athens, Paros, Antiparos and Naxos
Greece | Sep 4 - Sep 16, 2025

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Thomas C.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
Our trip to Athens, Paros, Antiparos and Naxos exceeded our expectations. Erica was very helpful in planning the trip and the KimKim app worked well in allowing us to seamlessly keep track of our itinerary on the road. Some of the service providers who were particularly friendly and helpful along the way - Nasos Thanasas was our driver to and from the Athens airport, the staff at the Stelia Mare Hotel in Paros, the guides at the Traditional Cooking experience on a Naxos Village Farm and the... Read more

Our trip to Athens, Paros, Antiparos and Naxos exceeded our expectations. Erica was very helpful in planning the trip and the KimKim app worked well in allowing us to seamlessly keep track of our itinerary on the road. Some of the service providers who were particularly friendly and helpful along the way - Nasos Thanasas was our driver to and from the Athens airport, the staff at the Stelia Mare Hotel in Paros, the guides at the Traditional Cooking experience on a Naxos Village Farm and the Naxos Private Wine Experience.

We were not aware of the Cycladic summer winds that are common and did in fact have high winds our first couple of days in Paros. That is the risk you take in traveling to the Cyclades in the summer months and the weather was otherwise ideal. But it may make sense to consider making the trip further into the shoulder seasons on either side of summer.

Renting cars was easy although the driving is a bit challenging with very narrow roads and dodging tour buses on Naxos. In particular, we took a car on the ferry from Paros to Antiparos and very much enjoyed a day on Antiparos exploring the cave there and relaxing on Soros Beach.

We wound up with what was basically a layover day in Athens at the Athens Riviera Hotel on the way out as our flight home the following day was in the early AM. We wish we had taken an earlier flight from Naxos to Athens to have more time in Athens on that day.

In total, we chose several days on Paros and Naxos at Erica's recommendation and do not regret the choice. Other friends had told us Mykonos and Santorini are beautiful but much more crowded. We are not Greece experts by any means and there are many other islands to consider.

Local specialist: Erica Gerakos

A perfect trip to Croatia!
Croatia | Sep 2 - Sep 10, 2025

Beth
Beth M.
Australia | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
Nikola was so helpful and easy to work with. The plans were seamless and easy to follow. Read more

Nikola was so helpful and easy to work with. The plans were seamless and easy to follow.

Hotel Reviews
Villa Orabelle
Dubrovnik
Hotel Moeesy, Blue & Green Oasis
Hvar
Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić

We absolutely loved our trip to Vietnam.
Vietnam | Sep 1 - Sep 12, 2025

Leah
Leah A.
Nashville, TN | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
We absolutely loved our trip to Vietnam. Lucy, our local specialist helped tremendously during our planning phase. She was very accommodating even when we had to make several changes. Our guide, KC and driver, Quang while we were in Hanoi were spectacular. KC was very informative and kept us entertained the entire time. He really made the first part of our trip extra special. Quang was such a great driver and was able to handle the crazy traffic in Hanoi with ease.
All of our...
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We absolutely loved our trip to Vietnam. Lucy, our local specialist helped tremendously during our planning phase. She was very accommodating even when we had to make several changes. Our guide, KC and driver, Quang while we were in Hanoi were spectacular. KC was very informative and kept us entertained the entire time. He really made the first part of our trip extra special. Quang was such a great driver and was able to handle the crazy traffic in Hanoi with ease.
All of our hotels were high end and the staff were always there to help us in any way. Annie from the GM Premium Hotel in Hanoi was like a personal assistant helping us find places to eat, an ATM and providing us reservations even on the 80th anniversary which was hard to come by.
We had a cooking class with Chef Ai and her niece and it was definitely a highlight of our trip.
In Phu Quoc we stayed at the Dusit Princess Moonrise hotel. The staff was exceptional. We especially loved Victor in the hotel bar and Ms. My who gave us several excursion options. We had a great experience at the spa there and loved our massages.
In Ho Chi Minh City the hotel restaurant manager was extra special. He sat and talked with us for over 30 minutes even after they closed. He suggested drinks to try and other establishments in town that we might like.
Our last night in Ho Chi Minh City was spent on a street food tour with Vespa Wanderers and we loved it! Riding on the Vespas was so exciting and the food was great. At the end of the night they gave us a mini scrapbook with pictures taken of us throughout the night. That made it all more special and we have no idea how they were able to get it completed without us knowing.
Vietnam was everything we had hoped and more. Each hotel had a special welcome for us when we got there. Lucy made sure everyone knew we were there to celebrate our anniversary and they made sure to make it extra special. We can't wait to go back

Hotel Reviews
Bach Suites Saigon, A Member of Design Hotels

Great accommodation with a very attentive staff. The only downside is a very loud karaoke bar was across the street. They did provide us with ear plugs which helped

Authenticity & Character
Location
The location itself was great it was just the fact it's located across from a very loud karaoke bar.
Staff
The hotel restaurant manager.
Cleanliness & Comfort
GM Premium Hotel Hanoi

Great hotel, great location, staff, especially Annie were so helpful. Breakfast was perfect.

Location
We were able to walk to shops, restaurants and local attractions easily
Staff
Annie was amazing.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Lucy Do

Great tour of Paris Notre Dame, the Cities of Reims and Strasbourg
France | Sep 7 - Sep 14, 2025

Joyce
Joyce C.
San Mateo, CA | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
I had a fantastic time. Sebastian did a great job putting together the itinerary and details of the trip. My tour guide, Julian, for the tour of the Paris Notre Dame Cathedral was wonderful. He was very informative and knowledgeable about the cathedral and its rebuilding after the fire. Notre Dame holds a special place in the world's heart. The fire was devastating and it was nice to see, that the cathedral looks better than ever. I loved Reims. It is a beautiful city. The history... Read more

I had a fantastic time. Sebastian did a great job putting together the itinerary and details of the trip. My tour guide, Julian, for the tour of the Paris Notre Dame Cathedral was wonderful. He was very informative and knowledgeable about the cathedral and its rebuilding after the fire. Notre Dame holds a special place in the world's heart. The fire was devastating and it was nice to see, that the cathedral looks better than ever.

I loved Reims. It is a beautiful city. The history of the place is awesome. Loved touring the city with Christine as she told the story of the city under Roman rule, to the birth of the France, the devastation of WWI and the rebuilding of the city.

Strasbourg is just so charming. It is an old city with buildings that date back to 1500's and beyond. The cathedral is so impressive. Loved the Alsace village tour with Penelope. She was fun and knowledgeable about all things Alsace.

Hotel Reviews
Le 9Hotel Opera
Paris

The hotel was functional and located near metro stations.

Jangle Courtyard by Marriott Paris Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport
Le Mesnil-Amelot

The hotel was clean and comfortable. It had a good restaurant and was near the airport, which was good for my early morning flight.

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Hôtel Beaucour
67000

Beautiful hotel. The entrance courtyard was exceptional. It looked like you were stepping into a fairy world. The room was a good size and clean and comfortable. The hotel is in a good location within walking distance of important city sites and public transportation hubs.

Authenticity & Character
Charming setting, tucked back a litte ways from the street.
Location
Close to the cathedral and near restaurants.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Bristol Reims
Reims

The Hotel Bristol is in a prime location, near many eating establishments. Loved the room, loved the shower (these things are important when traveling, the hotel staff were great and the breakfast, which was included, was great. It was within easy walking distance from the train station.

Authenticity & Character
Loved the room and the look of the hotel.
Location
It was near restaurants in a charming area of the city and close to the train station
Staff
Staff was very nice and helpful. The breakfast service was great.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Loved the shower. The bed was comfortable and the pillows were good. The room was clean and well maintained.
Activity Reviews
A Half-Day tour in the Alsatian villages from Strasbourg
A Half-Day tour in the Alsatian villages from Strasbourg
Strasbourg

My guide, Penelope, was great. She drove us around to three different villages, making stops along the way. We walked around one of them, (not sure which one, they kind of looked alike). Penelope was entertaining and informative. She told us about local foods to try, restaurants to go to, and places to visit. She explained the local dilect as a mixture of French and German words. It was very charming. I would recommend the tour.

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Private tour of Reims and its cathedral
Private tour of Reims and its cathedral
Reims

My city/cathedral tour with Christine was superb. We started with the building where the WWII surrender was signed and then onto the Mars gate, winding our way to the cathedral. Notre Dame in Reims was fantastic. I know that it was the place were virtually every French king was crowned. So much history, as Clovis was the bridge from the Roman Empire to a recognized French empire. It was nice to see that Reims Cathedral did not suffer the indignities of the French Revolution, that had to wait for WWI. Glad there were American philanthropists that decided Reims was worth rebuilding.

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Champagne Morning Family growers Wine tour
Champagne Morning Family growers Wine tour
France

Wonderful tour of family champagne producers. We were instructed in the process of making champagne and had a detailed tour of the process. We visited the vineyards and of course had champagne tasting.

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Paris: Illuminations Seine River Cruise
Paris: Illuminations Seine River Cruise
Paris

Wonderful relaxing introduction to the city. It was just what I needed after an overnight 10 hour flight.

Local specialist: Sebastian Prino
Sebastian
Sebastian Prino
Local specialist in Marseille | Replied on Sep 17, 2025

Hi Joyce, how are you?

I’m so glad to hear you had such a fantastic time! 😊 It makes me really happy to know that everything—from Paris and Notre Dame with Julian, to Reims with Christine, and finally Strasbourg and Alsace with Penelope—went so well. These guides are truly passionate about what they do, and I’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to them.

Thank you for sharing your experience—it means a lot! I’ll be here whenever you’re ready to plan your next adventure.

Best wishes,
Sebastian

Beatriz was responsive to our requests and ad...
Italy | Aug 28 - Sep 15, 2025

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allyson a.
Scarsdale, NY | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025
Beatriz was responsive to our requests and adapted the itinerary several times. We stayed in 5 locations: loved Masseria le Carrube in Val D'Itria; also liked Masseria LuciaGiovanni in Lecce. Hotel Niklaus in Bari was modern and comfortable. Borgo SAn Gregorio in Avellino was wonderful. Only accomodation that was truly weird was hotel in Napoli: had to ride a freight elevator to get to the room, also pay for each elevator ride, then had to go to the floor above and walk down to get to our... Read more

Beatriz was responsive to our requests and adapted the itinerary several times. We stayed in 5 locations: loved Masseria le Carrube in Val D'Itria; also liked Masseria LuciaGiovanni in Lecce. Hotel Niklaus in Bari was modern and comfortable. Borgo SAn Gregorio in Avellino was wonderful. Only accomodation that was truly weird was hotel in Napoli: had to ride a freight elevator to get to the room, also pay for each elevator ride, then had to go to the floor above and walk down to get to our room, as the little elevator did not stop there. The ceiling of the room was papered with old newspapers, many with big water stains. It was well-located and staff friendly, but would not recommend it. Would recommend all the others. We tried several of Beatriz's restaurant recs and they were all really good. We especially liked how easy it was to access our itinerary on our phones, and ample info including parking advice was included, and it made the travel so much easier. We think she did a great job, and when she was not available someone else was easily contacted. We had to change several of our plans, and that was all taken care of without our having to hassle with it. Altogether a great trip! Thank you.

Local specialist: Beatriz De Pablo Rocha

Trip of a lifetime
Ireland | Aug 31 - Sep 11, 2025

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Laura A.
Kensington, NY | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025
We had an unforgettable trip organized by Claire with the help of Rachel and Chloe. They arranged for us to stay in wonderful hotels and tour around Ireland for two weeks. Every day was just perfect but we particularly enjoyed the Guinness Storehouse Stoutie Experience, Kilmainham Gaol, the Cliffs of Moher, the ring of Kerry and Killarney National Park, live music at Sin e in Cork, the Jameson Distillery tour in Middleton with a premium tasting, the Ardmore Cliff Walk and lovely Cliff House... Read more

We had an unforgettable trip organized by Claire with the help of Rachel and Chloe. They arranged for us to stay in wonderful hotels and tour around Ireland for two weeks. Every day was just perfect but we particularly enjoyed the Guinness Storehouse Stoutie Experience, Kilmainham Gaol, the Cliffs of Moher, the ring of Kerry and Killarney National Park, live music at Sin e in Cork, the Jameson Distillery tour in Middleton with a premium tasting, the Ardmore Cliff Walk and lovely Cliff House Hotel, Galway City Museum and live music in The King’s Head pub, the Killary Sheep Dog Demonstration, Tullamore DEW distillery, and Dublinia museum. The trip ended with a great night of live music and Irish dancing in the Irish House Party. Could not have asked for a better trip, didn’t want it to end!

Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Sep 17, 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Laura!
I'm delighted to hear you had an unforgettable experience exploring Ireland with us. It was a pleasure to assist with organizing your trip.
Our team looks forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in Ireland, the UK, Italy, or France.
Yours in travel,
Claire & the High Point Holidays Team

Peru Trip
Peru | Sep 2 - Sep 14, 2025

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Anita B.
Richmond, VA | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025
Peru Trip: All the guides (Tino, Sonya and Vanessa) were great. Very Knowledgeable and friendly. The entire trip was amazing. From the jungle of Puerto Maldonado, to Scared Valley, mountains of Mach Picchu, Cusco and coastal city of Lima. Food was delicious (except for most of the desserts - texture was too different for me). All the accommodations where different (which I liked) and very nice. Probably my most memorable places were the jungle tours and gorgeous canbanas. The yummy lunch at... Read more

Peru Trip: All the guides (Tino, Sonya and Vanessa) were great. Very Knowledgeable and friendly. The entire trip was amazing. From the jungle of Puerto Maldonado, to Scared Valley, mountains of Mach Picchu, Cusco and coastal city of Lima. Food was delicious (except for most of the desserts - texture was too different for me). All the accommodations where different (which I liked) and very nice. Probably my most memorable places were the jungle tours and gorgeous canbanas. The yummy lunch at Mountain View with the beautiful views and adorable alpacas and llamas. The scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes and delicious authentic lunch in the beautiful garden of El Alberque along with demonstration were great. Breathtaking views and excitement of climbing Mach Picchu. City sites, tours and cooking class in Cusco were so much fun. While Lima was nice, it was my least favorite place. Just another big city. However, the museum and garden tour was a hidden gem. Definitely will use KimKim again.

Hotel Reviews
Pullman Lima Miraflores
Miraflores, Lima

Very modern design. Great selections and spread for breakfast. Fun rooftop bar. Bartender was great!!

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Location
Staff
We arrived earlier then check in, but the person that helped us, was able to get us rooms. Sorry, don't remember her name.
Cleanliness & Comfort
El Mapi by Inkaterra
Cusco

A staff member was suppose to meet us and guide us to the hotel, but no one showed up. The hotel wasn't that far, so we were able to Google it and walk there. So not that big of a deal. Thought I'd mention it sice our instructions said someone would be there.

Staff
Nice and polite, but not friendly - if that makes sense
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa Andina Premium Villas
Urubamba
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
Puerto Maldonado

Beautiful place and location.

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Location
Staff
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Quinta San Blas by Ananay Hotels
Cusco

Place was pretty, staff nice and breakfast good. However, the bed and pillows were hard and not comfortable.

Cleanliness & Comfort
Bed and pillows were too hard
Activity Reviews
Departure day - Adios Peru!
Departure day - Adios Peru!
Peru

There was a mix- up in our departure time. We contacted KimKim about it and they made appropriate arrangements within minutes.

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Historic Center & Larco Museum
Historic Center & Larco Museum
Peru

This is a hidden gem! Garden is beautiful. Museum was cool. Make sure you go into the erotic select. Pretty entertaining.

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Fly from Cusco to Lima - Free day in Lima
Fly from Cusco to Lima - Free day in Lima
Peru

Lima is a big coastal city. Busy and on the cool side. It was our least favorite place, but still enjoyed our stay.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Vanessa was great!
Transport
Full Day Cusco & San Pedro Market Tour
Full Day Cusco & San Pedro Market Tour
Cusco
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Discovering the Treasures of Machu Picchu
Discovering the Treasures of Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes/ Machu Picchu
Quality of Experience
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Sonya was great!!
Transport
Scenic Train Journey to Aguas Calientes from the Sacred Valley
Scenic Train Journey to Aguas Calientes from the Sacred Valley
Peru
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Pachamanca Lunch at El Albergue Farm in Ollantaytambo
Pachamanca Lunch at El Albergue Farm in Ollantaytambo
Peru

Very cool place!

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Journey from Puerto Maldonado to Cusco and transfer to the Sacred Valley
Journey from Puerto Maldonado to Cusco and transfer to the Sacred Valley
Peru
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Food
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Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Jungle Excursions
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Jungle Excursions
Puerto Maldonado
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Sacred Valley Tour: Pisac, Maras and Moray  & Lunch at Mountain View
Sacred Valley Tour: Pisac, Maras and Moray & Lunch at Mountain View
Peru

Beautiful place

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Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Jungle Excursions
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Jungle Excursions
Puerto Maldonado
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Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Jungle Excursions
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Jungle Excursions
Puerto Maldonado
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Tino was the BEST!!
Transport
Into the Amazon: Lima - Puerto Maldonado - Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
Into the Amazon: Lima - Puerto Maldonado - Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
Peru

Beautiful cabanas. Gorgeous place.

Quality of Experience
Food
Overall very tasty. Liked that the food was authentic. The texture of the desserts were a like to different for me.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Kristy Tizon
Kristy
Kristy Tizon
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Sep 16, 2025

Hi Anita,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re so glad you enjoyed the variety of places and experiences. Tino, Sonya, and Vanessa will be thrilled to hear your kind words.

We appreciate your honest note on Lima too, and we’re happy the museum and garden tour ended up being a highlight. Can’t wait to help you plan another adventure when the time comes!

Best,
Kristy

Incredible Vacation
Costa Rica | Sep 7 - Sep 14, 2025

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John E.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Everything was great all three hotels were wonderful to stay at! The experiences were top notch, both Puerto Viejo and Arenal took our breath away

Local specialist: Olman Romero
Olman
Olman Romero
Local specialist in San Jose, Costa Rica | Replied on Sep 16, 2025

Hello John,

I’m so glad to hear that! It makes me really happy to know you enjoyed all three hotels and that the experiences in Puerto Viejo and Arenal left such a strong impression.

Thank you for sharing your feedback—it’s wonderful to know the trip was everything you hoped for.

Best,
Olman

Kimkim Delivered!
Peru | Sep 2 - Sep 14, 2025

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Alan B.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

We were equally impressed with each new adventure that came along. Although there were a couple of hiccups, none of which were Kimkim's fault, Kristy quickly resolved the issues and each and every meet up and transfer went off at planned. The accommodations were perfect and the did was very good. What a great trip we had!!

Local specialist: Kristy Tizon
Kristy
Kristy Tizon
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Sep 16, 2025

Hi Alan,

Thank you for sharing your experience! I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed the adventures and that everything came together smoothly in the end. I really appreciate your kind words, it was a pleasure helping with your trip. Hope we can plan another one for you in the future!

Best,
Kristy

The trip included a nice mix of rural and met...
Ireland | Sep 5 - Sep 14, 2025

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Laurie S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

The trip included a nice mix of rural and metropolitan Ireland and visits to four locations. The food, hotels and excursions were were well planned and allowed us to see alot of Ireland in a short period of time.

We are all appreciative of the agency and our family members who planned this lovely holiday. Cheers!

Laurie and Scott

Local specialist: Jane Davey

Thanks Adam for another amazing trip to Iceland!
Iceland | Aug 13 - Aug 21, 2025

Michael
Michael I.
Maple Grove, MN | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025
Another amazing trip to Iceland completed and once again, our local specialist Adam came through by going above and beyond in planning our trip. Adam never failed to show enthusiasm and did such a wonderful job planning our itinerary down to the last amazing detail with helpful suggestions, hidden gems and additional insights/places to check out along our routes. (Thanks for adding the bridges Adam, very interesting to see in my line of work!). We found his Google maps guiding us along with... Read more

Another amazing trip to Iceland completed and once again, our local specialist Adam came through by going above and beyond in planning our trip. Adam never failed to show enthusiasm and did such a wonderful job planning our itinerary down to the last amazing detail with helpful suggestions, hidden gems and additional insights/places to check out along our routes. (Thanks for adding the bridges Adam, very interesting to see in my line of work!). We found his Google maps guiding us along with descriptions particularly helpful as well.
This was my third time using KimKim. As usual, everything was stress-free and hassle-free from the minute we landed to the minute we boarded our return flight home. Rental car, hotels and our excursions were taken care of with ease with very minimal issues.
Because Iceland is such a beautiful country with so much to see and do, especially during the busy summer tourist season, Adam broke down our journey by mapping our route into bits and pieces so we didn't feel overwhelmed. We were able to see areas we missed last time due to limited time and darkness (we went in December of 2023). We found surprises along our routes that became memorable (Troll Garden in Fossatun comes to mind) and yes, we were blessed to view the Aurora Borealis staying in Vik. Truly amazing.
Thank you very much Adam, you once again made this a very enjoyable and memorable trip for my wife and I. Your continued enthusiasm in the planning of our trip was a blessing and much appreciated. I sure hope to have you as a specialist again in the future when I make another return trip to the Land of Fire and Ice.
Thank you KimKim for another wonderful and hassle-free experience. Currently, we have family members using your services to plan a trip to Norway in April of 2026 based on our recommendation. Keep up the great work!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Vík í Mýrdal
Vík

Wonderful location in Vik. Walkable to shopping and restaurants. Modern with large, comfortable rooms with a view. Very friendly and helpful staff. Amazing breakfast buffet with large variety of selections. Only issue was GPS trying to send us down non-existing road to get to hotel. Skool Beans is right down the road from hotel, highly recommend the Mushroom Latte!

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Blue Hotel Fagrilundur
Bláskógabyggd

Our favorite hotel on Golden Circle. Self-check in. Modern and comfortable with onsite hot tub outside and breakfast buffet in shack next door. Wonderful restaurant across road (Mika). Staff is onsite more during summer than during winter.

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Storm Hotel by Keahotels
Reykjavík

Favorite hotel staying in Reykjavik. Walkable distance exploring Reykjavik. Parking is tight (first come, first serve). Rooms are average, but comfortable (which is okay with us, we don't need fancy). Very friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast buffet.

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Fosshotel Stykkishólmur
Stykkishólmur

Perfect location overlooking town. Very modern with friendly staff. Great breakfast buffet in morning

Authenticity & Character
Location
Easy access overlooking town
Staff
Very friendly and helpful staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel West
Patreksfjörður

Self-check in. Small rooms but comfortable. Breakfast buffet

Authenticity & Character
Small, comfortable hotel with modern
Location
Center of town. Walkable to local restaurants
Staff
Staff were pleasant and helpful when onsite
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable
Vogur Country Lodge
Deildarey

Very peaceful and quiet. Perfect location for those traveling Westfjords area. Wonderful and welcoming staff. Great dinner menu in onsite restaurant as well as breakfast buffet in morning

Authenticity & Character
Very unique rural area of Westfjords
Location
Slightly off the beaten path, but very peaceful with relaxing views
Staff
Very friendly and helpful. Made us feel very welcomed
Cleanliness & Comfort
Well taken care of, clean all around
Activity Reviews
Mink Viking Portrait
Reykjavík

Absolutely a must do while in Reykjavik. Godman made us very comfortable unleashing our inner Viking and captured some amazing shots to boot. He made it fun and was very informative regards to Norse/Viking history. Highly recommend.

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Katla Ice Cave Tour
Iceland

Been on my bucket list the last couple times I was in Iceland. Finally got this completed. Worth the adventure. Guide had great sense of humor with stories and information. Don't be afraid to lick the walls in the ice cave (lol). Will do this adventure again as the cave is always changing.

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Transport
Quite a drive and hike to reach the cave, but worth it
Sky Lagoon
Iceland

One of our favorites while in Iceland. Highly recommend the seven-step ritual. Felt very relaxed and refreshed when we were done.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Helpful and informative
Local specialist: Adam Warszawski
Adam
Adam Warszawski
Local specialist in Poland / Iceland | Replied on Sep 17, 2025

Thank you for trusting us again Michael. We’re very happy that we could arrange another journey through the Land of Fire and Ice for you and Missi! If this keeps going, you’ll have to invest in a summer house in Iceland to have a base for further exploration of the island. :)

Thanks for the cooperation, planning trips for you is pure pleasure.

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