Fantastic trip to Australia
Australia | Jun 3 - Jun 15, 2025

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Susie D.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Kimkim and our specialist, Tammy, assisted with arranging our 2-week trip to the Queensland area of Australia. It was a grandma and 12-year-old granddaughter trip and couldn’t have been better! Everything was wonderful: the accommodations, the itinerary pacing, the activities and tours, the transportation were all top notch. As a first time visitor to the country, I would never have been able to plan such a wonderful trip., especially including activities that were meaningful for both of us. The assistance we received was professional, responsive, and invaluable. Highly recommend this service.

Hotel Reviews
Hyatt Regency Brisbane
Brisbane

Great location, excellent service, clean rooms, comfy beds, beautiful views, great breakfast, stunning pool. Loved it all!

Authenticity & Character
One of our drivers told us it was the location the Beatles stayed in when they came to Australia in the 60’s. It’s certainly been renovated/rebuilt since then and is a modern building with all the conveniencesone would ever need.
Location
Views of the river, gorgeous bridges, and the Ferris wheel. Easy walking to all kinds of fun stuff. I the heart of the shopping district.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tangalooma Island Resort
Moreton Island

This is a sprawling complex, probably the only place to stay on this section of the island. Rooms are a little worn but the location is stunning. They did a nice job with limited, kid-friendly food. The activities available there are plentiful and all our guides were wonderful. The dolphin feeding is very well run and such a unique experience. We loved our stay there - didn’t want to leave.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments
Port Douglas

We were here for 5 nights, visiting the Great Barrier Reef and tours of the Daintree. It was an amazing time and nice to be in an apartment with the many amenities provided - washer/dryer, full and well stocked kitchen, a short walk to 4 Mile Beach, a bit longer walk to downtown Port Douglas, a private patio, 2 pools, housekeeping service. This would be a great place for a large family reunion. The only difficulty was the stair flights up to our 3rd floor place with heavy luggage, no elevators. Also , we arrived in the evening and there was no one on duty. We were left our key cards and very detailed directions to our room (and an upgrade), which was fine, just not what I expected. Staff during the day were very helpful and housekeeping was very friendly and helpful. I hope to go back!

Authenticity & Character
Location
The proximity to the beach couldn’t be better.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Having a washer and dryer was great. Pool and grounds were well tended and gorgeous.
Local specialist: Tammy Lindsey
Tammy
Tammy Lindsey
Local specialist in Rancho Palos Verdes CA | Replied on Jun 22, 2025

Hi Susie,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. It was a pleasure helping you plan this special trip with your granddaughter! I’m thrilled everything went smoothly and met your expectations. Your kind words mean so much! Let me know if you'd like to travel to New Zealand, or Fiji perhaps, for your next adventure. :)

Cheers,
Tammy