Kimkim Trip Reviews

Great place. Good location. Excellent breakfast. Excellent restaurant with Belgium beers.

Unique old refurbished fishing cabin. We stayed in 2 bedroom, and 1 bath on first floor and on 2nd floor was an open space with the kitchen, table and chairs and a livingroom. The bedrooms are tiny with built in single beds. Lots of character! The restaurant were breakfast is held is very old, charming and special.

Nice room with helpful, friendly staff.

When we were first boarding, we didn't realize that when you scan your ticket you are assigned specific seats. We thought we would have to find seats. The seats were comfortable and the meals very good.

Great location, very friendly and helpful staff. Cool older hotel. We had a room on the 4th floor in the rafters. It was a large space which accommodated twin beds.

A very busy hotel in central Bergen. We could easily walk everywhere to see the sites and activities. It was a mad house trying to checkin and we had to request luggage storage since checkin is 4:00. There is 1 key for luggage storage area and it is just a room off the dining area with tables and chairs in it. That made it feel stressful.

The hotel is small, only 42 rooms. The rooms are basic, no coffee maker in room. There was decaf coffee available but if you wanted regular coffee before breakast or later in the day, you have to buy it. But the fact that it is a 20 minute walk outside of town away from the deluge of cruise tourists and has beautiful views of the water and provided both breakfast And delicious dinners made up for the small, basic room.

Nice room and very good breakfast. Easy walk from station.

Our first stay here at the beginning of our trip was a room on the first floor facing the water with a small outdoor balcony where we could relax and watch people swimming. It has an excellent breakfast.

Nice tour of Oslo by water with a very good meal.

Our tour guide Amit was fantastic. We spent 3 hours walking around Copenhagen. He provided a lot of information about the concept of hygge, the Danish culture, historical facts and present day information about education, taxes, etc. We stopped first for a delicious pastry, then a stop at a sweet shop and ending the tour in a cute, funky little coffee shop.

We expected the kayaking to be in canals in Alesund to see Art Nouveau buildings. Tgat didn't happen. The group was too large and a good junk of time went to outfitting everyone with equipment. The guides were great but this tour isn't worth the time or money.

Amazing kayaking experience. We had a good amount of time in the ocean. It was about 2 1/2 hours on the water. We landed on a small island for a small break for hot tea and cookies. Guides were excellent. The equipment was not as good as Flam's. The skirts were beat up and need to be replaced.

Balestrand is a very pretty town. The Cidery tour was fun and we had a delicious meal pairing 5 different ciders.

Nice small group kayaking experience in Flam's harbor area. Mette was a very knowledgeable guide and did a great job. The equipment was well maintained. It was a fun morning.

We enjoyed seeing the Stave Church, the old farms and buildings. We were lucky and saw a dancing performance. We tried the homemade lefties with butter. It is amazing that this musuem was started in 1881!

Lovely location- awesome restaurant...HIGHLY recommend the inka astronomy experience the hotel offers

We chosea standard room which comes with no fan! I highly recommend upgrading to a comfort room - we got lucky 2 of 3 nights with the weather but it could be miserable if we were off by one night even. This is a very unique hotel in that the entire room is exposed to the jungle...no nets even. So cicadas moths and everything else can be in your room. That took a bit of getting used to...but it also means macaws wander in to the breakfast area to steal banana bread.

Solid hotel very nice location in miraflores.

Wonderful employees. Very helpful in how to navigate things to see and do.

Very good. Felt rushed through park. This excursion should be longer. Guide was knowledgable and answered all questions.

So educational. Guide on Sept 7 th was just the best. He was so patient with scared individuals. Very good at spotting wildlife in the dark

Relaxing

The gentleman guides to driver “Super Mario”. Were just so much fun. Rapids were low but just a great bunch to be around. Recommend for a fun adventurous and entertaining day.

Just amazing. Everyone should do this. Relaxing also to be on rivet

Wonderful day. Guide was very knowledgeable and very welcoming to questions and conversations

Enjoyed my day.

Excellent! A hidden gem!

The Sky Lift was great!

Way too touristy. The shrimp dinner required a ridiculous amount of shelling for some tiny shrimp, making it not worth it.

Lei was so much fun! We learned a lot about Glasgow as a city, as well as the food that makes up the Scottish lifestyle.

All four of us...2 women, 1 man, 1 teenage boy...had a fun time creating our own bags to take home. The staff were friendly, patient, and accommodating.

We were able to have a private tour of the cows and sheep. It was wonderful to connect with Donna on so many common experiences. And the cows were worth all the hype!

David was amazing!! He listened to what our interests were and tailored our tour to us. It was the highlight of our London time.

This eco resort was the highlight of our Panama visit and is one of a kind, owned and operated by Cari and Ryan who spent time with us, not just showing us around and explaining the story of how they found and meticulously created this on earth heaven in this spectacular location, but the local employment they have created and close relationship with their great staff. Cari's conservation work with Capuchin and Howler monkeys along with conservation work they do on the property was an eye opener and we also thoroughly enjoyed conversations with them on so many topics! The resort has a feel of living in the midst of nature on a spectacular beach and a remote location far from civilization. Morillo beach is well known as one of the best surfing locations. Visit to the local turtle conservation initiative to see turtles come in from the ocean to lay eggs and an opportunity to release baby turtle into the ocean was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Night skies are clear with a view of the Milky way. If you can take the effort to visit and stay at this place, it is well worth it. We would highly recommend a visit to this place.

This hotel is in a quiet remote gorgeous location and we picked a room with a spectacular view to the ocean. Hotel was absolutely clean with courteous staff, good food at the restaurant and great swimming pool. Boating activity from the hotel including whale and dolphin watching. Entire experience here has a VIP feel to it.

Beautiful boutique hotel with a gorgeous flower garden. Breakfast was served on a little patio that overlooked the garden with trees and continuous bird activity. The location was just a few km from the city with a restaurant close by and easy walking or taxi access to the city. There was no A/C but it was not required with the pleasant weather in August when we visited.

This hotel is in a perfect central down town location with easy walking access to restaurants, shopping and local sights. It was clean with an extensive breakfast choices and courteous staff.

Very spacious. The hotel is being renoveated in two months so any review seems irrelevant but it was great for near term travelers.

Beautifullly restored. Loved it.

Comfortable and well located for easy transportation.

Although we had a reservation we had to wait. Confusion about our order.

Performance was good. Service was terrible, Food was mediocre, Didn't like that the performer came around to sell his CDs.

It was good but would have benefited from clearer understanding of how the tickets work. The guide for the walking tour didn't seem to know we had tickets and didn't give us clear understanding of how the ticketing system worked.

Clean and spacious rooms. No elevator for those on 2nd floor.

From the moment we arrived by boat we were captured by the beauty and friendliness of everyone involved with Nomad. We were met by the owner, Pierre, who shared the story behind Nomad and he was involved with making sure our stay was wonderful as well as educational. We ate all of our meals at Nomad and they were what I would describe as traditional and delicious. The memories of the chocolate mousse and arepas con queso linger on my tongue and mind. Our cabana was very comfortable and rustic.

We really wanted to love our stay at Yamanochaya, especially because of its beautiful location and the wonderful onsen experience. Unfortunately, the property didn’t quite live up to our expectations. The property itself felt quite dated, and we noticed some areas in the common spaces where the decor and furnishings were visibly worn or broken. Our room also had a small area of mold on the floor, apparently from a leaking AC unit. While it wasn’t a major part of the room, it was disappointing to see and something that should be addressed. The biggest disappointment for us was the kaiseki meal. We consider ourselves very open to trying different foods and have traveled extensively, so we were looking forward to experiencing a traditional Japanese meal. Unfortunately, the meal left quite a bit to be desired. Some of the dishes didn’t seem particularly well prepared, and the steak was quite tough. Overall, we found the meal difficult to get through and it wasn’t the dining experience we had hoped for. That said, there were definitely some positives. The staff were extremely friendly, warm, and accommodating, and they did their best to make us feel welcome throughout our stay. The onsens were also a highlight and provided a wonderful opportunity to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Hakone. Overall, Yamanochaya has a lot going for it, particularly its location, onsens, and genuinely kind staff. With some investment in updating the property, maintaining the common areas, addressing issues such as the mold, and improving the dining experience, I think it could be a much more memorable stay.

Staying at the Genji Kyoto Machiya Townhouse Annex was one of the most unique and memorable parts of our time in Kyoto. It gave us the opportunity to experience a classic Kyoto neighborhood and get a real sense of what it might be like to live in one of the city’s traditional machiya homes. The townhouse was beautifully decorated and thoughtfully styled, striking a wonderful balance between traditional Japanese character and modern comfort. The design, materials, and details really captured the spirit of old Kyoto without feeling dated. There was something very special about coming back each day to such a beautiful and peaceful space. The townhouse was also very comfortable for the three of us and gave us plenty of room to relax during our four-day stay. It felt much more personal and intimate than a typical hotel experience and really added to the feeling that we were experiencing Kyoto rather than simply visiting it. The breakfast each morning was delicious and was such a wonderful way to start the day. And the rooftop cocktails were absolutely divine! Enjoying a drink from the rooftop while taking in the surroundings was one of those experiences that made our stay feel truly special. Overall, the Genji Kyoto Machiya Townhouse Annex offered a wonderful combination of authentic Kyoto atmosphere, beautiful traditional design, comfort, and memorable hospitality. If you’re looking for something different from a conventional hotel and want to experience a more traditional side of Kyoto, this is a very special place to stay.

We had a wonderful stay at the Bellustar Tokyo Pan Pacific. The hotel is modern, beautifully designed, and has a very thoughtful feel throughout. Our room was extremely comfortable, and the views of Tokyo were absolutely amazing — especially at night. The location was also a big plus. Having easy access to several different subway lines made it very convenient to get around Tokyo and explore different parts of the city. It was a great home base for our stay. What really stood out, though, was the service. The staff were exceptionally warm, welcoming, and attentive without ever feeling overbearing. Any requests we had were handled quickly and efficiently, and we always felt well taken care of. Overall, the Bellustar Tokyo Pan Pacific was a fantastic choice for our stay. Between the beautiful modern design, comfortable rooms, incredible views, convenient location, and genuinely excellent service, it made our time in Tokyo even more enjoyable. We would definitely stay here again.

Our small group tour in Tokyo with Mami was one of the highlights of our trip! Mami was absolutely amazing — warm, personable, knowledgeable, and so much fun to spend time with. She took us to three completely different venues, and each one offered something unique. The food at every stop was wonderfully prepared, and it was such a great way to experience different flavors and sides of Tokyo that we probably wouldn’t have discovered on our own. What really made the experience special, though, was Mami herself. She made us feel comfortable right away and had such a genuine, engaging personality. She shared her knowledge of the food and the local area while making the tour feel more like we were spending an evening with a friend than being on a formal tour. By the end of the evening, we honestly did not want to leave her! It was such a fun and memorable experience, and Mami made it even better. We would highly recommend this tour, especially if you have the opportunity to have Mami as your guide!

This hotel is really a resort at the base of the volcano. It is a gorgeous property with a large heated pool, heated jacuzzi, and cold pool. The rooms are individual cabins that are truly luxurious. The breakfast buffet is the best we had with delicious local fruits, all kinds of breads and pastries, an omelet station and waffle iron with fresh juices and coffee. They gave me gluten free bread and delicious gluten free pancakes, which was an extra special treat.

This is a beautiful hotel right on the river. We loved seeing the monkeys swinging from the trees!

The hotel is beautiful, rife with local plants.

The springs were beautiful and delightful after a long day of travel.

The walk through the farm led by Uber was thoroughly enjoyable as he picked several roots and had us figure out what they were by feel and taste and then taught us their Spanish names. We then pressed sugar by hand and drank the juice. Later we went to his family's home, where his mother guided us in making tortillas and a traditional meal. We were touched at the end of the meal when they gave us a chocolate heart made from their own cocoa beans for our anniversary.

This walk was very exciting as we got to see several two-toed and three-toed sloths.

We arrived at 5:30 in the morning for a private tour led by David. He deftly brought us through the park, a virtual forest, and found numerous birds that we had never seen. He was very kind to take stunning pictures through his binoculars to keep for memories.

Ricardo was very knowledgeable about the animals and astute at finding monkeys, sloths, iguanas and birds.

Our room was pretty small and shower water pressure was not good. They had a hot tube and a sauna which was nice. Breakfast didn’t start till 8am which is a problem because we had to catch an early flight

Rooms were the biggest we came across. Breakfast was standard. The texture of the pillow and comforter was a very interesting choice.

Very nice hotel. Restaurant was amazing and so was breakfast. They have spacious rooms and we loved the sauna and hot baths. Staff even have a feature to call your room if the northern lights are out

Nice rooms with pretty Mountain or lake views. Restaurant was average but they seemed understaffed especially when a big tour group came in. Doors to the room were a challenge to lock.

Loved the farm to table experience here. Rooms were a bit smaller and rustic. We were not able to open windows due to the very prominent sulfur smell from the geothermal areas which made the room hot. Shower pressure was great. Restaurant was great and we loved being able to see the cows as we ate. You can also go pet the cows and the dogs!

This hotel was a bit of a maze to get to our room but the rooms were spacious. They don’t have parking spots for guests which was a bit annoying and could be an issue on weekdays when parking is not free. Rooms were spacious and breakfast was good!

Room was a bit dated but was spacious. Weird fold out shower doors were different. Breakfast was above average with a fair amount to choose from. We love the hotel cat!

Pretty average hotel. Beds were comfortable and they provided a fan which was nice because it was on a busier street so we didn’t want to open windows. Location was great. Breakfast was average.

A bit smelly but so fun to wait for the geysir

Small town but went to a great restaurant recommended by kimkim

We went on a rainy day. First part was easy. After first lookout point it gets moderate-hard.

Went to the famous crepe hut which was great

Easy to get to from parking lot. Looks like a monitor background

We didn’t get to see puffins due to the weather

Very cool experience. They gave us very warm overalls. Got to see some wild life!

Felt more exclusive than the blue lagoon. Facilities were really nice. Jumped in the lake for some contrast bathing!

Fun to walk through the caves and see how lava created these tunnels.

Was fun to walk around the waterfall.

Cool experience but we had some of the strongest winds we all have ever experienced.

Very cool to see in person. Walk is easy but long to get there

We did our most favorite hike of the trip in this town called “Hraunsvatn”. So beautiful

Europes most powerful waterfall. It is crazy to see all the mist that comes from it.

We had some bad weather on the way back but this was a ton of fun and a great way to explore and stay active

Definitely the most crowded waterfall but so worth it. It is really something everyone should see in person

45 minute rough ride but the experience is cool. Guide was great with all his stories

Diamond beach is a bit underwhelming in the summer.

Very different experience than other parts of Iceland. VERY buggy and a bit smelly but very worth it.

It was cool to see how the Icelandic people lived once but overall not our thing.

This was a great thing to do post plane ride. Super easy and relaxing

This was an awesome experience. We had amazing weather and a great guide who really explored with us. Our group was about 1/4 of the size as the other company which allowed us to see a lot more. Our guide even found us an ice cave!

Town is surrounded by beautiful waterfalls and mountains. The town itself is small so you really need about 30-40 minutes to walk around the whole thing

Pretty waterfall. Can drive to two different parking lots. One side you can climb down and get on the rocks which makes for a good photo! All the options for paths makes it accessible to all ages

Highlight of the trip. A long hike that includes ice climbing and seeing a lot of a magnificent glacier.

A must do if you want to kayak around icebergs and see seals.

A great way to start your trip to orient yourself around Reykjavik. Lots of food! Come hungry.

Unique and one of a kind!

A must do in the north of Iceland. We saw dolphins and tracked a humpback whale who was feeding.

Super fun and the guides were helpful for new riders. The scenery could not have been more impressive.

Outstanding hotel! Would come back to South Africa just to experience this hotel again. Exceptional service, we upgraded our room to a suite which was just stunning however I believe their standard rooms would be perfect as well. Staff amazing, food and beverage service was next level

Stunning hotel in Constantia. Excellent staff and beautiful decor. Breakfast was wonderful. We would consider a room upgrade next time. The standard room was lovely with an expansive bathroom but a little more room in the actual bedroom would have been nice. Beautiful welcome drinks and chocolates. Centrally located. Will def stay here again

Outstanding lunch and service. The weather was horrendous so we didn’t stay around to look at the farm but it was one of the best lunch experiences we had

Great dinner and wine list. Excellent service. Put this on the list!

Exceptional farm and tasting. Whilst we were there with 10 others it felt very boutique. Their wines are amazing.

A must do when in Constantia. Whilst a little on the touristy side it’s def worth a visit. Lunch was so so but the tasting experience was great

Must do when in Constantia. We went to some boutique wine farms and were treated like royalty because we had Freda out sommelier with us. 4 tastings turned to 10! Freda was knowledgeable and this was a highlight of the trip