Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Iceland Ring Road family trip
Iceland | Jul 13 - Jul 22, 2026

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kim f.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026
Gummi was great to work with, starting from the initial emails and video calls to questions being answered on the spot while we were on vacation in Iceland. Although the weather did not cooperate on three of our days, we were still able to explore the country around the Ring Road without much difficulty. We were given step by step instructions on how much time to spend at each location to maximize our travels with three children as well as driving instructions. Read more

Gummi was great to work with, starting from the initial emails and video calls to questions being answered on the spot while we were on vacation in Iceland. Although the weather did not cooperate on three of our days, we were still able to explore the country around the Ring Road without much difficulty. We were given step by step instructions on how much time to spend at each location to maximize our travels with three children as well as driving instructions.

Activity Review
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Iceland

The deep colors of blue and being able to experience glacial ice was a bucket list item that was fulfilled! It was a great experience for our family!

Quality of Experience
Our guide Bryka (spelling?) was great with our kids
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Guưmundur Ɠli PĆ”lmason

Best Guides and Experiences in Annecy, Geneva and Montreux
Switzerland | Jul 6 - Jul 16, 2026

Daniel
Daniel F.
Hilton Head Island | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026
Clothilde was extremely helpful and responsive with the overall planning and with every detail. Our original ideas to visit Evian and Montreux for golf and jazz were made even better with the KimKim team presenting options for personalized tours which exceeded our expectations. The additional experiences included a private cheese and wine tasting with a Sommelier in Annecy (Jennifer), a private pontoon boat tour on Lake Annecy with Fondue (Gael), a private tour of the old town (Aude) a... Read more

Clothilde was extremely helpful and responsive with the overall planning and with every detail. Our original ideas to visit Evian and Montreux for golf and jazz were made even better with the KimKim team presenting options for personalized tours which exceeded our expectations. The additional experiences included a private cheese and wine tasting with a Sommelier in Annecy (Jennifer), a private pontoon boat tour on Lake Annecy with Fondue (Gael), a private tour of the old town (Aude) a private tour of the Patek Phillipe Museum in Geneva (with Siggy), and a private tour of artisanal cheese making in Gruyere, a chocolate factory tour, and a driving tour around Montreux that included wine tasting in the UNESCO World Heritage site (with Emmanuel). The guides were impeccable in their knowledge and getting to know us to help personalize the tours. We especially want to single out Aude for her knowledge of Annecy and the ability to simplify the complex history of the area, and Emmanuel, who made us feel like friends from the moment we met, and who altered the tour in real time based on our interests. All of the drivers were on time and easily contacted for any time changes we requested. We are looking forward to planning our next adventure with KimKim. We will refer our friends to KimKim to develop itineraries to exactly match their desires.

Hotel Reviews
HƓtel du Parc des Eaux-Vives
GenĆØve

This was one of our favorite hotels, we wish we could have stayed longer. The beautiful modernization of a medieval building was an architectural delight. Inside or out, it was a great place to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Authenticity & Character
The most beautiful creation of indoor space using glass ceiling over the old courtyard to create a lobby bar area to allow views of the exterior walls. The interior space preserved a beautiful spiral staircase that was easily accessible.
Location
We attended the Evian Golf Championship and relied on the ferry to get there from Lausanne, and were extremely pleased that the ferry embarkation was two minutes walk. It was also easy to walk to restaurants or use public transportation.
Staff
Overall, during a very busy time, the staff was very polite and responsive to our needs.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds were very comfortable, the rooms were bright and airy with views of the town. Amazing The beds were comfortable, the rooms were airy and bright.
Splendid Hotel Lac d'Annecy - Handwritten Collection
Annecy
Authenticity & Character
Modern touches to an old building,
Location
Short walk to see sights or restaurants in the old town or walk around the lake.
Staff
The reception staff, bar and restaurant staff were helpful and answered questions promptly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms and public places were clean, the bedding was very comfortable, and the air conditioning was excellent in spite of the hot days and nights.
Local specialist: Clothilde DIEMUNSCH

Beautiful country, wonderful seafood and lovely people
Canada | Jul 14 - Jul 22, 2026

Robert
Robert J.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

We had some ideas of where we would enjoy visiting in Atlantic Canada and Ryan drew up a great itinerary which suited us very well. We especially enjoyed Peggy's Cove (complete with someone playing an Alphorn!).
Our food tour guide, Margaret, in PEI, gave us an in-depth and interesting history of the Island which accompanied our eclectic food samplings.
Getting out on the ocean for the whale watching and the tall ship tour was a plus - the air was wonderful. The restaurant recommendations were excellent (seafood galore).
We hope to visit NS again soon. What a gorgeous region of Canada!

Local specialist: Ryan Walker

It was one of the BEST trips I have been on!!...
Costa Rica | Jul 19 - Jul 23, 2026

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Armando P.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

It was one of the BEST trips I have been on!! I will definitely recommend Olman and this company to friends and family.

Local specialist: Olman Romero
Olman
Olman Romero
Local specialist in San Jose, Costa Rica | Replied on Jul 28, 2026

Hello Armando,

Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means a lot to hear that your trip was one of the best you have ever been on.

I hope to welcome you back to Costa Rica someday for another unforgettable adventure!

Warm regards and Pura Vida!
Olman

Hilda, did a fantastic job overall. We had se...
Japan | Jul 4 - Jul 17, 2026

Jacquelyn
Jacquelyn H.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

Hilda, did a fantastic job overall. We had several changes to our itinerary given we were traveling with an infant and she was able to accommodate them all. Additionally, she answered all questions we asked and was even responsive to questions during our time there. We had a great experience

Local specialist: Hilda Yang

Knowledgeable, quick to respond, and invaluable in a jam
Norway | Jul 19 - Jul 27, 2026

Anne
Anne K.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026
Mathia was a huge help in planning my two weeks in Norway. First he helped me book just the exact right cruise out of Bergen on Havila when I was struggling to figure out how to do only part of the coastal route. When only an interior cabin was available, he monitored the bookings and secured a newly available cabin with window with no prompting from me. Then he re-routed our rental car pickup in Lofoten to be there when we disembarked, saving us from expensive taxi rides. And finally,... Read more

Mathia was a huge help in planning my two weeks in Norway. First he helped me book just the exact right cruise out of Bergen on Havila when I was struggling to figure out how to do only part of the coastal route. When only an interior cabin was available, he monitored the bookings and secured a newly available cabin with window with no prompting from me.

Then he re-routed our rental car pickup in Lofoten to be there when we disembarked, saving us from expensive taxi rides.

And finally, he showed us around his home island of VesterhƄlen when we realized how close we were. It was a treat to meet him after so much electronic correspondence, and even better to get a personal guide for a bit.

I would recommend Mathia to anyone planning a trip to Norway!

Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti

Peru trip!!!!
Peru | Jul 12 - Jul 20, 2026

Heath
Heath R.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

From the moment we stepped foot in Peru, everything was perfect. The communication was great. All the guides we had were amazing. They were very accommodating when it comes to changing tweaking the itinerary. Highly recommend KimKim for your trip to Peru.

Local specialist: Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca

Kateryna did an amazing job planning our trip...
England | Jul 8 - Jul 20, 2026

Vivian
Vivian C.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

Kateryna did an amazing job planning our trip! I could have never done it without her. We packed in so many things in two weeks in Europe ! With all the complicated schedules and hours of the many places we wanted to see and go she fit it all in like clockwork.

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

IT WAS A TRIP OF A LIFETIME

Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko

Laurent understood the assignment!
Croatia | Jul 20 - Jul 26, 2026

Hannah
Hannah V.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026
We worked with Laurent to book a girls trip to southern Croatia, and I can't say enough great things about him and the process. There is no way we would have had the trip we did without him. He worked patiently with us beforehand to understand what we were looking for and came up with an itinerary that matched our interests, travel style, and budget and then made changes and adjustments till we got it just right. He booked everything for us and gave us all our trip information in the app as... Read more

We worked with Laurent to book a girls trip to southern Croatia, and I can't say enough great things about him and the process. There is no way we would have had the trip we did without him. He worked patiently with us beforehand to understand what we were looking for and came up with an itinerary that matched our interests, travel style, and budget and then made changes and adjustments till we got it just right. He booked everything for us and gave us all our trip information in the app as well as in a PDF for easy reference. But most importantly, he was extremely responsive when we were on the trip and needed help or had questions. For example, we were notified the night before that a whole-day tour we had booked was cancelled due to weather. We reached out to Laurent, he got on the phone with us to give us some options and by the next morning we were booked on a whitewater rafting trip that was a highlight of our trip! All of the hotels he booked and restaurants he suggested were a perfect match for what we were looking for.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Korsal
Korčula

The view from our room looked like a postcard! the little beach across the street was a great place to jump in the water or lay in the sun, but also a stunning view from the room. Had dinner at the restaurant and it did not disappoint, breakfast was also delicious, staff was super friendly and helpful

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Hotel Agava
Split

Loved everything about our stay here. The staff was amazingly helpful and friendly and the location was perfect for us, a short walk to the chaos of the center of Split in peak tourist season, but tucked away enough to be peaceful and quiet and surrounded by great restaurant options.

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Local specialist: Laurent Fontaine

Our time in Iceland was fantastic. A lot of t...
Iceland | Jun 23 - Jul 1, 2026

Donald
Donald M.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026
Our time in Iceland was fantastic. A lot of the thanks goes to KIMKIM for setting every up for us. We tried to set up our Iceland trip ourselves and it was overwhelming. The itinerary for our trip was great we never felt rushed. Our hotel accommodations were very pleasant and we were very happy with them. The suggestions on where to eat were appreciated, we did eat at quite a few of the recommended places. We were set up with a WI-FI HOTSPOT to use so we were always able to research things as... Read more

Our time in Iceland was fantastic. A lot of the thanks goes to KIMKIM for setting every up for us. We tried to set up our Iceland trip ourselves and it was overwhelming. The itinerary for our trip was great we never felt rushed. Our hotel accommodations were very pleasant and we were very happy with them. The suggestions on where to eat were appreciated, we did eat at quite a few of the recommended places. We were set up with a WI-FI HOTSPOT to use so we were always able to research things as we were going. Having the hot spot also meant our navigation was spot on and we were able to drive around with ease. Our pre-planned trip was extremely enjoyable. Iceland is a beautiful country to visit. Everyday was like being in a post card.

Local specialist: Adam Warszawski
Adam
Adam Warszawski
Local specialist in Poland / Iceland | Replied on Jul 29, 2026

Thank you for the wonderful review, Donald! We're delighted to hear that our help made a difference and that you had a great time. Thanks for sharing your photos! We hope you'll visit Iceland again one day.

Safe Travels!
Adam

5 amazing days in Morocco with 2 teenagers!
Morocco | Jul 14 - Jul 19, 2026

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Rebeca A.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
We are a family of four (two adults and a teenage boy and girl) and all of us had an amazing time during our stay in Morocco, thanks to the thoughtful itinerary Maryem put together and everyone involved in making us feel so welcome. Ismail, our driver, deserves special mention: he made us feel safe on every journey, shared wonderful insights along the way, and was always thoughtful about the family's comfort, whether making quick stops or offering guidance on the best places to eat and... Read more

We are a family of four (two adults and a teenage boy and girl) and all of us had an amazing time during our stay in Morocco, thanks to the thoughtful itinerary Maryem put together and everyone involved in making us feel so welcome. Ismail, our driver, deserves special mention: he made us feel safe on every journey, shared wonderful insights along the way, and was always thoughtful about the family's comfort, whether making quick stops or offering guidance on the best places to eat and shop.

One of the highlights of the trip was our cooking class. The preparation was outstanding, the family who hosted us was so welcoming, the food was delicious, and the dining room setting was stunning. We spent a beautiful afternoon sharing stories and learning together over a wonderful meal.

Our camping stay in the Agafay desert was stunning and exactly the right change of pace after a couple of lively days in Marrakech. And our time in Essaouira offered a perfect retreat of sea, sand, and culture at a more relaxed rhythm. Ismail's recommendations there were excellent, and we loved strolling along the beach each evening on our way back to the Riad.

The accommodations Maryem selected were wonderful — beautiful, clean, and perfectly sized for the whole family. Breakfast at every hotel and Riad was delicious and the perfect start to each day.

In short, our five days in Morocco were truly unforgettable. The locations, accommodations, activities, and people who made it all possible were absolute top class, and I'd highly recommend them to anyone planning a trip to this incredible part of the world.

I'll definitely trust Kim Kim again for future travels — whether back to Morocco or elsewhere. Thank you!

Hotel Reviews
Riad Chbanate
Essaouira
Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Alkamar Camp
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
HÓtel & Ryads Barrière Le Naoura
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Cooking Class with local chef
Cooking Class with local chef
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Maryem Kouna

Norway Adventure: ƅlesund, Bergen, & Oslo
Norway | Jul 4 - Jul 12, 2026

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Victoria L.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
Everything was wonderful! We especially loved the guides - Katrina and Kristina. They were so nice and knowledgeable. Katrina (in Bergen) had a great list of restaurants, and we really loved the lunch spot, but the one we checked out for dinner sort of "shooed" us away. Maybe they were having a private event. It was a Norwegian restaurant with a hunting vibe. I don't remember the name of the restaurant. The hotel in Bergen was so worth it! We hung out in the great lobby, and the... Read more

Everything was wonderful! We especially loved the guides - Katrina and Kristina. They were so nice and knowledgeable. Katrina (in Bergen) had a great list of restaurants, and we really loved the lunch spot, but the one we checked out for dinner sort of "shooed" us away. Maybe they were having a private event. It was a Norwegian restaurant with a hunting vibe. I don't remember the name of the restaurant.

The hotel in Bergen was so worth it! We hung out in the great lobby, and the bartender, Anders, was so friendly! We even checked out the sauna in the basement - my girls have never checked out the sauna.

The towns we visited were wonderful! ƅlesund was beautiful and we enjoyed their art museum. The Art Nouveau buildings were fantastic! Thanks to your local contact here, we arranged to stay an extra day because we missed the Fjord boat - poor planning on our part. Geirangerfjord was so worth it - even though we had to buy another trip and another hotel night. Loved every minute of it!

I could probably have done without the giant Jet ski ride - would rather have kayaked. The guide though was a good driver and very friendly. I would add that the tourists in Alesund along with the locals did stare a lot at my daughter - she's from New York and an alternative dresser! - but I did read on Reddit that the smaller towns have a "staring problem", haha.

Oslo was a great city - enjoyed the Munch museum so much! (Nobody stared either) I think it is my new favorite museum! Kristina steered us to a less-traveled part of the main drag, and we found an amazing Italian restaurant. It was fun being there during the World Cup as well! We captured some amazing photos - both my daughters are wonderful photographers. I'll try to send you a link to my album!

Thanks for everything, Taylor! You did a fantastic job!

Local specialist: Taylor Hook

Japan 2026
Japan | Jun 28 - Jul 12, 2026

Kiran
Kiran N.
Briarcliff Manor, NY, USA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
We had booked a 2 week trip to Jopan in June/July 2026. . We enjoyed the trips with the guides Ayumi San ( trip to Nikko ), Sunny San ( Kyoto ) , Yoshido San ( Nara and Osaka ) and Mayumi San ( Hiroshima) providing much needed background information on the place so we could get a broader perspective and have a richer experience.
A special thanks to Sandy who worked with us patiently, built and implemented an itinerary which worked for us. The accommodation, connectivity with trains and...
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We had booked a 2 week trip to Jopan in June/July 2026. . We enjoyed the trips with the guides Ayumi San ( trip to Nikko ), Sunny San ( Kyoto ) , Yoshido San ( Nara and Osaka ) and Mayumi San ( Hiroshima) providing much needed background information on the place so we could get a broader perspective and have a richer experience.
A special thanks to Sandy who worked with us patiently, built and implemented an itinerary which worked for us. The accommodation, connectivity with trains and personal transports made the trip enjoyable so we could look forward to the places rather than logistics.

Hotel Review
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Tokyo Shiodome
Tokyo

Location was super convenient , 10 min walk to Ginza, close to many train lines. Was pleasantly surprised to see the room was quite spacious for 3 people ( 2 adults and a teen ) . The morning buffet had a lot of options especially considering we are vegetarians.

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Local specialist: Sandy Ren
Sandy
Sandy Ren
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Jul 28, 2026
Hi Kiran, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review. It truly means a great deal to us! I'm delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience in Japan and that each of your guides—Ayumi, Sunny, Yoshido, and Mayumi—helped make every destination come alive with their knowledge and local insights. I'll be sure to pass along your kind words to them—they'll be thrilled to know they helped make your trip so memorable. It was a pleasure helping you plan... Read more

Hi Kiran,

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review. It truly means a great deal to us!

I'm delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience in Japan and that each of your guides—Ayumi, Sunny, Yoshido, and Mayumi—helped make every destination come alive with their knowledge and local insights. I'll be sure to pass along your kind words to them—they'll be thrilled to know they helped make your trip so memorable.

It was a pleasure helping you plan this journey, and we're truly grateful that you chose us to be part of your Japan adventure. We hope the wonderful memories you made will stay with you for many years, and we'd be delighted to help you plan your next trip whenever you're ready.

Thank you again for your trust and your generous feedback. Wishing you all the very best, and we hope to welcome you back to Japan—or another amazing destination—in the future! 😊

Amazing Croatian Adventures...
Croatia | Jul 20 - Jul 26, 2026

Nicole
Nicole L.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
My weeklong trip to Croatia with two friends was spectacular! Everything about Croatia far exceeded our expectations and this was largely due to, Laurent, our KimKim travel agent. We were based in Split and spent several days touring the island of Korcula, as well as traveling to the Cetina river for an epic rafting adventure. We biked around Korcula, visited a local winery, and spent the day on Mjlet Island riding bikes around the stunning lake. Mjlet National Park is one of the most... Read more

My weeklong trip to Croatia with two friends was spectacular! Everything about Croatia far exceeded our expectations and this was largely due to, Laurent, our KimKim travel agent. We were based in Split and spent several days touring the island of Korcula, as well as traveling to the Cetina river for an epic rafting adventure. We biked around Korcula, visited a local winery, and spent the day on Mjlet Island riding bikes around the stunning lake. Mjlet National Park is one of the most beautiful spots I've ever seen. Laurent made every aspect of our trip easy and stress free. From arranging all of the transportation logistics, making dinner reservations at delicious restaurants, booking us in amazing boutique hotels, arranging all of our activities, and being available to help us 24/7, Laurent was a true gift. I cannot say enough about what a fabulous experience we had with the KimKim team. Thank you for making our holiday so special!

Hotel Reviews
XII Century Heritage Hotel
Trogir
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Korsal
Korčula

This hotel is directly across the street from a gorgeous beach. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.

Authenticity & Character
The friendliest staff, gorgeous location, comfortable rooms, and excellent restaurant.
Location
Perfect location directly across from a beautiful beach on the outskirts of old town.
Staff
Everyone was so friendly!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Agava
Split

Darling boutique hotel with a nice pool and great location.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful rooms in a renovated building.
Location
Right in the old town of Split.
Staff
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds were very comfortable and we had a beautiful view from our room.
Activity Reviews
Blue Cave, Vis & Hvar Excursion
Blue Cave, Vis & Hvar Excursion
Split

It ended up being too windy so the Blue Cave boat trip was canceled. We did a rafting trip on the Cetina River outside of OmiÅ” as an alternative. It was amazing!

Quality of Experience
Incredible guides from all over the world. The river was gorgeous and the rapids very exciting. We swam through a cave.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ben from River Pirates was great!
Transport
Cycling & Wine Tasting Tour in Lumbarda
Cycling & Wine Tasting Tour in Lumbarda
Korčula

We had the best adventure biking around Korcula. Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. We stopped at pristine beaches for swimming and visited a beautiful vineyard for wine tasting and charcuterie. It was the best way to see the island!

Quality of Experience
Our guide was outstanding and so kind!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We loved mountain biking around Korcula.
Local specialist: Laurent Fontaine

AMAZING!
Belgium | Jul 18 - Jul 24, 2026

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Jody P.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
We had the most amazing trip to Belgium and could not have done it without the planning and organization done by Lisa. We traveled with my mother-in-law (74) and daughter (8) and each activity was tailored to the group perfectly. The transportation set up to and from the Spa Grand Prix was exceptional, considering the amount of people. Highly recomend using them for any trip! Read more

We had the most amazing trip to Belgium and could not have done it without the planning and organization done by Lisa. We traveled with my mother-in-law (74) and daughter (8) and each activity was tailored to the group perfectly. The transportation set up to and from the Spa Grand Prix was exceptional, considering the amount of people. Highly recomend using them for any trip!

Activity Reviews
Bruges - Private guided walking tour
Bruges - Private guided walking tour
Belgium

Full of information and pictures to explain the history of Bruges. Was the perfect length for the group and kept the attention of all

Brussels - Private guided walking tour:  food
Brussels - Private guided walking tour: food
Belgium

Tour guide was fun and full of information. Hit all the big food spots in 2.5 hours

Brussels - Belgian Chocolate Village
Brussels - Belgian Chocolate Village
Brussels

We would probably skip this next time and just head to the chocolate shops :)

Brussels - Atomium
Brussels - Atomium
Belgium
Brussels - Waffle-making workshop
Brussels - Waffle-making workshop
Belgium
Brussels - Day Trip to Bruges by public transport
Brussels - Day Trip to Bruges by public transport
Belgium
Local specialist: Lisa van den Eerenbeemt
Lisa
Lisa van den Eerenbeemt
Local specialist in Nijmegen | Replied on Jul 28, 2026

Hi Jody,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm very happy to hear you and your family had such a great time in Belgium.
Wishing you all the best,
Lisa

Caroline was fantastic in working with us and helped make our engagement beautiful
France | Jul 11 - Jul 20, 2026

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Nicholas M.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
Caroline was fantastic in working with us and providing a once in a lifetime experience. I proposed to my girlfriend on the trip and Caroline and the team were wonderful in helping make sure the whole experience went smoothly. We saw and experienced things I would have never thought of, I highly recommend them. Read more

Caroline was fantastic in working with us and providing a once in a lifetime experience. I proposed to my girlfriend on the trip and Caroline and the team were wonderful in helping make sure the whole experience went smoothly. We saw and experienced things I would have never thought of, I highly recommend them.

Hotel Reviews
Westminster Hotel & Spa
Nice

Great location right across from the beach. Beautiful amenities and friendly staff.

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Hotel La Bourdonnais - Tour Eiffel
Paris

Beautiful hotel with a view of the Eiffel tower. It is a great central location that made getting around the city easy. Also, they had AC which was a god send during the heat wave.

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Activity Reviews
Moulin Rouge Evening Performance
Moulin Rouge Evening Performance
Paris

The show was incredible.

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Seine River Gourmet Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Seine River Gourmet Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Paris

A beautiful view of Paris and the food was great.

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Food
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Antibes Heritage & Cannes Highlights Afternoon Adventure
Antibes Heritage & Cannes Highlights Afternoon Adventure
Nice

Antibes was absolutely incredible. Unfortunately, we really didn't have much time to see Cannes.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide seemed a little uninterested and disengaged
Transport
Private French Riviera Sunset Electric Cruise
Private French Riviera Sunset Electric Cruise
Nice

Such a beautiful way to end our trip.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Private Cooking, Culture & Coastal Wines
Private Cooking, Culture & Coastal Wines
Nice

This was probably the coolest experience we had. It was so much fun going to the market picking out our food and then cooking it together with one of the best views in Nice.

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Food
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Taste of Old Nice: Market Stroll, Local Bites & Seaside Picnic
Taste of Old Nice: Market Stroll, Local Bites & Seaside Picnic
Nice

A great way to see old Nice. The food was awesome.

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Sea Life Secrets: Snorkel the French Riviera
Sea Life Secrets: Snorkel the French Riviera
Nice

Snorkeling in the french riviera was a dream. We saw a bunch of fish and a few jelly fish but just being there and relaxing in one of the most beautiful parts of nice was awesome.

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Saint-Germain-des-PrƩs Pastry & Chocolate Walk
Saint-Germain-des-PrƩs Pastry & Chocolate Walk
Paris

We enjoyed the experience of walking around with RT our guide. She was knowledgeable and made walking around the city fun and interesting. It was a looooot of chocolate that ended up going to waste a little bit because we were so full by the end.

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Self Guided Experience of the Louvre Museum  (Entrance Tickets Included)
Self Guided Experience of the Louvre Museum (Entrance Tickets Included)
Paris

It's the Louvre

Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Caroline Serling
Caroline
Caroline Serling
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Jul 27, 2026

Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Nicholas! It was such a pleasure to be a small part of such a special trip. I'm so happy to hear the Cooking, Culture & Coastal Wines experience in Nice was one of the highlights, it's one of my favorites 😊

Congrats again on the engagement! We can't wait to help you (and your fiancƩe!) plan many more adventures together in the future.

KimKim gives first time traveler best trip ever!
France | Jul 10 - Jul 16, 2026

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Christopher S.
Winston-Salem, NC, USA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
As a first time traveler, the KimKim team worked to make our travel the most wonderful ever! Clothilde displayed great patience with me. I asked numerous questions and needed remedial explanations during each step of the planning process. I could not have imagined anyone better in helping me understand what to expect and what input was needed from me to make my trip exceptional. I appreciated the suggestions that she made, those suggestions enhanced the entire trip. I'm grateful for the... Read more

As a first time traveler, the KimKim team worked to make our travel the most wonderful ever! Clothilde displayed great patience with me. I asked numerous questions and needed remedial explanations during each step of the planning process. I could not have imagined anyone better in helping me understand what to expect and what input was needed from me to make my trip exceptional. I appreciated the suggestions that she made, those suggestions enhanced the entire trip. I'm grateful for the assist that Gersende and Joel provided as well, especially when we needed to make changes.
We are so grateful to KimKim for making our first trip Amazing! We are already planning more travel.

Hotel Reviews
Royal Plaza Montreux
Montreux,
Authenticity & Character
Location
metropolitan look and feel at the entrance relaxing resort overlooking the lake at the rear.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Chateau d'Ouchy
Lausanne

Loved this hotel. Can't wait to return.

Authenticity & Character
beautiful view from the front and back side of hotel.
Location
On the lake. Great amenities.
Staff
amazing desk and breakfast staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Cheese, chocolate and wine tour in Gruyeres!
Cheese, chocolate and wine tour in Gruyeres!
Switzerland

Loved every part of this tour. Learning of the cheese making process from early to current times was tremendously educational.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Most amazing guide. Very knowledgeable of each area that we visited
Transport
Local specialist: Clothilde DIEMUNSCH

Ireland Honeymoon
Ireland | Jul 13 - Jul 25, 2026

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Krista T.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
We worked with kimkim and Claire to plan our honeymoon in Ireland. Kimkim made the process easy, I appreciated the questionnaire at the start of the process to get a better idea of our wants for the trip and I am glad we got to connect with a local specialist. Claire was lovely to work with, she was readily available for planning and she listened to our vision for our honeymoon. She provided an amazing itinerary within our target budget. When we were on the trip, we had no issues with any of... Read more

We worked with kimkim and Claire to plan our honeymoon in Ireland. Kimkim made the process easy, I appreciated the questionnaire at the start of the process to get a better idea of our wants for the trip and I am glad we got to connect with a local specialist. Claire was lovely to work with, she was readily available for planning and she listened to our vision for our honeymoon. She provided an amazing itinerary within our target budget. When we were on the trip, we had no issues with any of the bookings/reservations that were made by Claire. We had some slight difficulties on our trip (due to no fault of kimkim or Claire) and we were able to use the on-call number for assistance and we received great support. Since we did a road trip, our itinerary felt pretty full but still had plenty of room for seeing things on a whim. I was hesitant to use a travel agency but I am so glad I did! I will definitely use kimkim again in the future. Our favorite parts of our honeymoon were horseback riding in Dingle and kayaking in Killarney. We loved that our trip was adventurous and Claire really understood our vision.

Hotel Reviews
BrookLodge & Macreddin Village
WIcklow

We loved this hotel! We had an amazing room, I have never seen a room like it. We loved the property so much that we spent the entire day lounging in our room or walking around the property. There are two restaurants on site and a cafe/pub. We loved that we were able to order room service for breakfast and dinner and did this twice. There is also a spa on site but they were booked full so we could not use it.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The property is beautiful but there was not much to do nearby
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Imperial Hotel
Galway

The hotel was in a great location and had a great breakfast. We also dined at their restaurant for dinner and loved it! The room was fairly small but we did not spend much time inside

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Dublin

This was a nice hotel and the location was decent. It had air conditioning which was nice and they had a great breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The location was fine, there was not much that we wanted to see near the hotel so we often had to walk far to get to where we wanted to be
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clayton Hotel Cork City
cork

The hotel was in a great location, it was very central but quiet. They had a great breakfast buffet. The entire hotel had a modern feel and it was clean and well-maintained.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel had a clean, modern feel but did not show much character
Location
Great location, it was right in the center of the city and we could walk to everything we wanted to see
Staff
The staff were helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
We had an amazing room, it was sparkling clean and very comfortable
Crystal Springs B&B

We loved this B&B! It was on a gorgeous property by the river and had a lovely garden with seating. The breakfast was one of the best we had while in Ireland. The staff were friendly, especially Elaine. It was about 5-10 minutes drive to town or about a 30 minute walk. We walked most of the time and it was a very pleasant walk.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel was well decorated and felt very cozy
Location
It was about 5-10 minutes drive to town or about a 30 minute walk. We walked most of the time and it was a very pleasant walk. The hotel is right on the river and has a lovely garden.
Staff
Elaine was wonderful, she was very personable and cares a lot about the property and the guests. She is truly meant for this role
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room was very clean and comfortable and the entire property was cozy and well maintained.
Heatons Guesthouse
Dingle

We loved this hotel! The property was right on the shore of Dingle and about a 20-minute walk into town. The walk to town was pleasant although there was quite a bit of traffic on the main road. The bedroom was spacious and they had a delicious breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel is well-maintained and felt like a sophisticated place
Location
The hotel had great views of the water and was about a 20-minute walk into town
Staff
There were a lot of stairs at this property and it would have been nice to have staff assistance in carrying our bags to our rooms.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The bedroom was clean and the bed was comfortable. The bathroom was very clean
Ballinalacken Castle Hotel

This hotel was lovely! There was a castle on site and it and it had a fantastic restaurant for dinner and breakfast. The property was well-maintained and the rooms had an antique charm. We only stayed here for one night, but would have loved to stay longer. The only downside was that it was about 10 minutes drive from Doolin so we had to drive into town for food, shopping, and other excursions.

Authenticity & Character
There was a castle on the property and the rooms had a historic charm.
Location
The hotel is about 10 minutes drive from town
Staff
There were many stairs at the hotel and it would be helpful to have staff to assist in carrying bags to our rooms.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms were clean but the shower head stream seemed like it was blocked and it was spraying out of only one side
Activity Reviews
Horse Riding trek in Dingle Peninsula
Horse Riding trek in Dingle Peninsula
Ireland

The horseback riding was one of our favorite parts of the trip! We were a little nervous since the photos show people galloping on the beach. We have both ridden horses before, but were not comfortable with a ride like that. The horses were well-trained and calm. We had a peaceful ride through the mountains with amazing views. We enjoyed our guide and he gave us great recommendations for food in Dingle!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Killarney Lakes Discovery by Kayak
Killarney Lakes Discovery by Kayak
Killarney

We loved this experience! It was a wonderful way to see the Killarney National Park. We had amazing views and wonderful weather. We got to paddle out to an island with ruins and get out and explore it on foot. Our guides were lovely. It was physically challenging but there were a good amount of rest breaks.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Doolin Cliff Walk experience
Doolin Cliff Walk experience
Ireland

We loved this experience! Our guide, Murph, was very informative and taught us a lot about the Cliffs and Irish history. I was worried about being able to walk for 4 hours but the pacing was perfect and accessible for people of many different fitness levels. Because we were part of this tour group, we also got special access to private property for the iconic view of the Cliffs. There is only one other tour group that has this access.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
There was parking at the hotel where we met and we got to have transport back from the top of the cliffs to our car
Trinity College Library : The Book of Kells Experience
Trinity College Library : The Book of Kells Experience
Dublin

We enjoyed learning about the Book of Kells and getting to see the library. It was nice to learn more about the Book of Kells and how it was made, but it was a tight space and very crowded.

Quality of Experience
It was pretty crowded and hard to read the exhibits
Guides, Drivers and Staff
This was self-guided and staff interactions were minimal
Transport
We walked here from our hotel
Local specialist: Claire Monfray
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Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Jul 28, 2026
Hi Krista, Thank you so much for this wonderful and thorough review, and congratulations again on your honeymoon! It truly means so much to hear that I managed to tick the boxes for both your vision and your budget, especially for something so personal. I'm so glad the horseback riding and kayaking were highlights. Like you, I love being active and discovering amazing scenery in good company, so it's wonderful to know those adventurous moments stood out. Thank you, too, for acknowledging... Read more

Hi Krista,

Thank you so much for this wonderful and thorough review, and congratulations again on your honeymoon! It truly means so much to hear that I managed to tick the boxes for both your vision and your budget, especially for something so personal.

I'm so glad the horseback riding and kayaking were highlights. Like you, I love being active and discovering amazing scenery in good company, so it's wonderful to know those adventurous moments stood out. Thank you, too, for acknowledging the on-call support, that's exactly what it's there for, even when things are outside anyone's control. Your appreciation means the world.

Thank you for trusting us with such a special occasion, and I hope you're settling into married life beautifully. Wishing you many more adventures together! Do feel free to come back to us if you're ever planning to explore the UK, France, Italy, or Spain.

Warmly,
Claire & The High Point Holidays Team

I took my 3 kids on the trip age, 18,16 and 1...
Vietnam | Jul 8 - Jul 25, 2026

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adrian b.
Spain | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
I took my 3 kids on the trip age, 18,16 and 14. They absolutely loved it. We went for 18 days, started in Hanoi and ended up in Saigon. We had plans almost everyday booked through Trang. Everyday was new and it seemed like everyday was better than the last. I have done 2 trips with KimKim, the other to Costa Rica and they were both brilliant. The kids enjoyed Vietnam more as it was more culturally interesting. Having the tours booked everyday , usually for about 5 hours and having the meal,... Read more

I took my 3 kids on the trip age, 18,16 and 14. They absolutely loved it. We went for 18 days, started in Hanoi and ended up in Saigon. We had plans almost everyday booked through Trang. Everyday was new and it seemed like everyday was better than the last. I have done 2 trips with KimKim, the other to Costa Rica and they were both brilliant. The kids enjoyed Vietnam more as it was more culturally interesting. Having the tours booked everyday , usually for about 5 hours and having the meal, breakfast and lunch included made it very easy. Otherwise i would have to be trying to book it all myself and it would ruin the trip and also the amount of logistics is staggering. The transportation was great and we had our private van everyday with driver. The country is long so sometimes we would be in the van for 1.5 hours each way but the kids enjoyed it as they listened to music, watched videos etc. I have to say Trang was excellent, There werent any issues, she came to meet us the first day and brought us welcome to Vietnam gifts. There was no standout place as they were all stand out. I highly recommend Vietnam and Trang as she was incredible. Thank you again KimKIm

Local specialist: Trang Pham
Trang
Trang Pham
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam | Replied on Jul 28, 2026
Dear Adrian, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. It truly means the world to me! It was an absolute pleasure helping you and your family discover Vietnam, and I'm so happy to hear that you and your three children had such an enjoyable experience. Knowing that each day brought new memories and that Vietnam became such a special destination for your family is the greatest reward I could ask for. Thank you for trusting me with your 18-day journey. It was... Read more

Dear Adrian,

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. It truly means the world to me!

It was an absolute pleasure helping you and your family discover Vietnam, and I'm so happy to hear that you and your three children had such an enjoyable experience. Knowing that each day brought new memories and that Vietnam became such a special destination for your family is the greatest reward I could ask for.

Thank you for trusting me with your 18-day journey. It was lovely meeting you on your first day, and I'm glad the welcome gifts, private transportation, and carefully planned tours helped make your trip smooth and stress-free. Your kind words about my service genuinely mean so much.

I also appreciate you comparing your experiences with KimKim, and I'm honoured that Vietnam left such a lasting impression on your family.

I hope the wonderful memories you made together will stay with you for many years to come. Thank you once again for your trust, your kindness, and your recommendation. Wishing you and your family all the very best šŸ˜Šā¤

Warm regards,
Trang

July 20-26 awesome itinersry
England | Jul 20 - Jul 26, 2026

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Gregory M.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
Thank you so much for all you did to make our vacation/holiday memorable for years to come. Day one was great to keep moving…our tour with Deliane was great, it did not match the description at all but what she covered we loved, my daughter especially since they have similar interest…she was a lovely lady and really knows her history, especially detailing Dickens. The Tea at Savoy was wonderful, we were somewhat Zombies by then, but it was amazing. Day2
Buckingham Palace and...
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Thank you so much for all you did to make our vacation/holiday memorable for years to come.

Day one was great to keep moving…our tour with Deliane was great, it did not match the description at all but what she covered we loved, my daughter especially since they have similar interest…she was a lovely lady and really knows her history, especially detailing Dickens. The Tea at Savoy was wonderful, we were somewhat Zombies by then, but it was amazing.

Day2
Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey were both amazing and worthy of the visits. St James Park was good. We saw a lot of it with Deliane on day 1

Day3
St Paul Cathedral was magnificent. A fair warning of the climb to the top might be good for those not in any type of physical shape, we were all winded and legs burning but we enjoyed immensely, Borough Market….OH YEAH! The chocolate Strawberries definitely worth the time. The Tower of London was beautiful and only started our beefeater tour when a young girl passed out from heat and dehydration. My wife is a nurse and provided aide. For my wife’s heroic actions and help, they invited us back that evening for a 700 year tradition. It was amazing and unbelievable that every night for 700 years, this ceremony is carried outs! We never actually finished our guided tour due to fainting distraction but that led us to something very special in the retiring of the keys ceremony.

Day4
British Museum…I want to be positive here, but we didn’t really see any British History and that was what we were looking for…it was extremely crowded and amazingly Hot inside…we couldn’t handle the heat and left early for the shopping between Oxford Street and Harrods. The day was saved and we enjoyed ourselves. Can’t give a good recommendation for the British Museum

Day5. The tour of Parliament and Westminster Palace was our favorite, it is unfortunate that we could not have the guided tour, but understand staffing. This was everything to my daughter as her University Major is Public Policy and Leadership which fits right into Parliament. We did not go to the Tate museum so I cannot rate it. We instead went to the National Gallery in Trafalgar Square…it was great! We loved it and would recommend.

Day 6. Notting hill and all the markets were great….we asked to go ona Saturday and it didn’t disappoint with merchandise and crowd. Hot and tired after many hours in the markets, we did not venture to Little Venice.

Overall we truly enjoyed our itinerary ! Thank you. We love a structured environment as a family, so this worked well. Everyone has different tastes, but if you wanted to include possible recommendations for food at the conclusion of the day, I am sure it would be appreciated by your clients in the future. We found ourselves looking around and wasting a lot of time to find dinner at the end of the day, but managed to find many different types of cuisine.

Finally a shout out to Aleksandra for her communication during the building of the itinerary, she was awesome and during the actual holiday, she was always a message away and willing to go the extra mile got what we needed.

Thank you

Hotel Review
The Cumberland
London

Great location

Location
Staff
Concierge greet desk staff aren’t helpful and wouldn’t answer phone pre-trip
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
London
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of the Palace of Westminster (UK Parliament)
Guided Tour of the Palace of Westminster (UK Parliament)
London

Guided tour cancelled last minute do to staffing…audio tour only, still awesome

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Retired Royal Guard Central London Walk
Retired Royal Guard Central London Walk
London
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Aleksandra Sheb

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