Allow Someone Else to Plan the Details
Australia | Mar 19 - Apr 12, 2026

Dan
Dan J.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

We were extremely pleased with Paula and Kim Kim. The hotels and tours she set for us were first class. The drivers that took us to and from each airport were excellent, on time, and had nice, roomy vehicles.

I would encourage others to consider Kim Kim if they are looking for a detailed trip abroad. They supplied all the information we needed to make our trip hitch free.

Paula was always prompt in responding to the many questions we asked when planning a trip nearly a month long.

Thank you, Paula!

Hotel Reviews
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour
Sydney

Outstanding breakfast! Nice, clean rooms near downtown Sydney.

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Nice boutique style hotel.
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The Rees Hotel
Queenstown

Hotel is built on a hill. Very awkward routes to get to rooms including two elevator rides and a walk though the parking garage. There is a shuttle to town that is very responsive to requests, but personally I would have preferred staying closer to town.

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Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Port Douglas

Very nice small hotel close to town. The breakfast was great and the staff super friendly.

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Close to town. Short walks to restaurants and shops.
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M Social
Auckland

Very nice hotel right on the wharf. Close to many restaurants and shopping. Rooms were immaculate.

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Drift House
Port Fairy

What a find. One of our favorite stays on our trip. Staff was super friendly. Rooms are unique and very well appointed.

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Port Fairy is a cute small town.
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Desert Gardens Hotel
Yulara

Not too many hotels to choose from, but this one is nice. A little older, but you wouldn't know that by looking at the nicely appointed rooms.

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Robe House
Robe, SA

Older hotel. Absolutely no human interaction as keys were left in the doors with a sign directing us to our rooms. Breakfast was just ingredients left in refrigerator for us to make our own breakfast.

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Location
Staff
What staff?
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Laneways by Ovolo
Melbourne

Old building remodeled into a nice boutique hotel. Rooms were very nice. Bedroom was smallish but there was a nice sitting room as well. Very close to restaurants and the city.

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The Hermitage Hotel
Mount Cook Village

Nice views of the mountains from most rooms. Nice buffet for meals and an ala carte Cafe as well. Since the hotel is in the natio al park there are no other restaurant options other than those at the hotel. Staff was exceptional.

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Oval Hotel at Adelaide Oval
North Adelaide

Thos hotel is over the top! It is connected to the sports stadium which is unique. The rooms are almost futuristic with lighting and amenities. Great location in downtown.

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Very helpful and friendly.
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Novotel Christchurch Airport
Christchurch

Just steps away from the airport. Very nice breakfast buffet. Rooms were clean, comfortable, and roomy.

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Activity Reviews
Discover - Sydney and Bondi Beach (24 Hour Ticket)
Discover - Sydney and Bondi Beach (24 Hour Ticket)
Australia

One of the slowest running hop on hop offs I've ever experienced.

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Afternoon Camel to Sunset
Afternoon Camel to Sunset
Australia

You gotta do this! So unique with great guides!

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Full Day City to Country Experience - Mornington Peninsula
Full Day City to Country Experience - Mornington Peninsula
Melbourne

Raphael was our favorite guide of our entire month long trip! He was fun, knowledgeable, and willing to modify our time to suit our interests!

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Local specialist: Paula Adams
Paula
Paula Adams
Local specialist in California and Australia | Replied on Apr 15, 2026
G'day Dan, Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means a lot to hear that you were pleased with the hotels, tours, and transfers throughout your trip. I’m especially glad everything ran smoothly and that the information provided helped make your month-long journey stress-free and enjoyable. It was a pleasure working with you and assisting with your travel plans. Thank you as well for your thoughtful questions along the way, they always help ensure the trip is just right. I really... Read more

G'day Dan,

Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means a lot to hear that you were pleased with the hotels, tours, and transfers throughout your trip. I’m especially glad everything ran smoothly and that the information provided helped make your month-long journey stress-free and enjoyable.

It was a pleasure working with you and assisting with your travel plans. Thank you as well for your thoughtful questions along the way, they always help ensure the trip is just right.

I really appreciate your recommendation and hope to help you plan another adventure in the future! Please keep in touch!

Cheers,
Paula
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(951) 264 6300