Amazing last minute trip to Iceland thanks to Rinolda and KimKim
Iceland | Jun 23 - Jul 1, 2023

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FRANK D.
Nanuet, NY | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023

My family and I just returned from an amazing 9 day road trip around Iceland. None of this would have been possible without the help of Rinolda. From the first conversation to the last she was amazing. This was a trip that was planned, booked and completed in 3 weeks' time. From the moment we landed we were in good hands. We actually contacted KimKim (Rinolda) on two occasions and both times the response time was immediate, and problems were solved quickly. First was when we were running late for a check-in time at one of our accommodations and we were unable to find a phone number to contact them directly which KimKim handled right away and the second was a misunderstanding on one of our tours. We were very fortunate to have met Rinolda on our glacier tour and thank her in person for all her help.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Laugarvatn
Laugarvatn
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Vogafjós Farm Resort
Myvatn

We had two rooms, and both were clean. My kids were excited to have a TV for the first time in a few days of being on the road. Unfortunately, the Hotel WIFI wasn't that great and we couldn't make it through a movie without TV disconnecting for WIFI. Not a big deal for us we ended up getting in the car and driving around at 10:00 at night which was amazing.

Authenticity & Character
Family loved the cows!!!
Location
Great place to spend 2 nights while driving the ring road
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Valaskjálf
Egilsstadir

Only downside was we were on the second floor and they have no elevators. Just a little bit of a pain bringing luggage in and out.

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Höfn Inn Guesthouse
780 Hornafirði

We stopped off her just long enough to sleep, shower and leave.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
There was no staff at all. We received a code to punch in at door and for our room. We never saw anyone at desk
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Katla by Keahotels
Vík

This was one of our favorite stops out of 7. Big, clean rooms. They had a great bar in lobby and breakfast was perfect. Amazing views of mountains and just a 5 minute drive to Vik

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Skuggi Hotel Reykjavík by Keahotels
Reykjavík

Great place to end our Iceland trip. We were able to park our car in the hotels garage which was nice having a dry place to straighten up our luggage and car before heading back home. We were able to walk to shops and restaurants.

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Brekkulækur Guesthouse
Hvammstangi

After a long drive we were welcomed to the Guesthouse after checkin time (which we did get in contact with to notify that we were running late) by the owner Abbi. He was VERY accommodating and helpful. We had a room for 4 people which was perfect for our family. The guesthouse is located on a beautiful property. In the morning we had a great breakfast and unfortunately were back on the road.

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Activity Reviews
Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon Zodiac boat tour
Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon Zodiac boat tour
Iceland

What amazing day we had on the water seeing the glacier. Guide was great and we had a blast..

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Silfra Snorkeling
Silfra Snorkeling
Iceland

Amazing once in a lifetime experience snorkeling between two Continents. Waters were crystal clear, and we were well geared up that we weren't cold at all.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hvammsvik Hot Springs (& Nature Reserve)
Hvammsvik Hot Springs (& Nature Reserve)
Iceland

We first had some lunch before entering Hvammsvik Hot Springs and the food was excellent. Everything was well organized with lockers and changing rooms.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Katla Ice Cave
Katla Ice Cave
Iceland

The Ice Cave tour was great for the ones who were able to do it. My daughter who is afraid of height could not walk on the wood planks that were situated throughout the cave. There was no railings on these planks and she ended up having a panic attack. We both had to turn around and were not able to complete the tour. My wife and son continued and enjoyed the tour.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was great and VERY help with helping my daughter.
Transport
Local specialist: Rinolda J
Rinolda
Rinolda J
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Jul 06, 2023

Hi Frank,

It was my pleasure to meet your family!

Warmest regards from Iceland,
Rinolda