Kimkim Trip Reviews

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The guide and driver Robert was fantastic. He...
Scotland | Jul 4 - Jul 13, 2025

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Clara D.
France | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
The guide and driver Robert was fantastic. He shows great knoledge as a guide, great driver and a very nice person.
We enjoy all the beautiful places and the trip plan was perfect.
Also very good hotels.
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The guide and driver Robert was fantastic. He shows great knoledge as a guide, great driver and a very nice person.
We enjoy all the beautiful places and the trip plan was perfect.
Also very good hotels.

Hotel Reviews
Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel
Inverness
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Toravaig House Hotel
Isle of Skye
Authenticity & Character
Location
The place is nice but nothing around.
Staff
The reception girl was not very friendly but did her job.
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Activity Reviews
Highland Sheepdog Experience
Highland Sheepdog Experience
Scotland

I loved it. Highly recommended

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Tomatin Whisky Distillery
Tomatin Whisky Distillery
Scotland

Very interesting . The guide was very good.

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Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh

It is wonderful. It is a must place to visit in Edinburgh

Local specialist: Svetlana Frolova

Fantastic Family Trip!
Greece | Jul 2 - Jul 18, 2025

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Matt D.
Austin, TX | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Aggeliki picked some fabulous lodgings and made sure we had some memorable excursions for both adults and kids. We had a great time!!

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti

A well-paced, multi-generational tour of Iceland
Iceland | Jul 12 - Jul 19, 2025

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Ted C.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
Eric put together a great itinerary for our group of 7, with age ranges from 9 to 77. We were able to travel together in a large 4x4 van. The accommodations were very nice and ranged from cabins, to villas, to downtown apartments. Eric was able to put together an itinerary that allowed for both shared activities and separate activities based on physical capabilities. All the information provided was detailed, clear, and really made for a nice, relaxing, but also very adventurous trip. In 8... Read more

Eric put together a great itinerary for our group of 7, with age ranges from 9 to 77. We were able to travel together in a large 4x4 van. The accommodations were very nice and ranged from cabins, to villas, to downtown apartments. Eric was able to put together an itinerary that allowed for both shared activities and separate activities based on physical capabilities. All the information provided was detailed, clear, and really made for a nice, relaxing, but also very adventurous trip. In 8 days, we were able to see many of the highlights of Iceland, but also had plenty of time for exploring and side missions. Overall fantastic trip!

Local specialist: Èric D

Galapagos Father and son trip
Galapagos Islands | Jul 11 - Jul 18, 2025

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Hicham K.
Birmingham, MI | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
Our 6-day Galápagos trip with kimkim, visiting San Cristobal, Isabela, and Santa Cruz, was outstanding in every aspect. Organization was seamless—transfers, ferries, and daily excursions all went flawlessly, and every detail was coordinated in advance, making the experience truly worry-free. The hotels were comfortable, clean, and charming, with attentive staff at each location.
Excursions and guides were a highlight: we explored iconic wildlife sites, went snorkeling with turtles and...
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Our 6-day Galápagos trip with kimkim, visiting San Cristobal, Isabela, and Santa Cruz, was outstanding in every aspect. Organization was seamless—transfers, ferries, and daily excursions all went flawlessly, and every detail was coordinated in advance, making the experience truly worry-free. The hotels were comfortable, clean, and charming, with attentive staff at each location.
Excursions and guides were a highlight: we explored iconic wildlife sites, went snorkeling with turtles and penguins, and enjoyed insightful guided tours to giant tortoise reserves and the Charles Darwin Research Station. The guides were exceptionally knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and engaging, making each activity both fun and educational. Special thanks to Viviana in Santa Cruz!!!
In Quito, the service quality continued at the same high standard. Special mention goes to Matteo, who was especially helpful—offering insightful guidance, arranging smooth logistics, and enhancing our city experience with his expertise and friendliness.
We highly recommend kimkim for a Galápagos and Quito adventure—well organized, reliable, with excellent guides, great service, and memorable experiences from start to finish

Local specialist: Jacquie Granda

Galapagos father and son trip
Ecuador | Jul 19 - Jul 19, 2025

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Hicham K.
Birmingham, MI | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
Our 6-day Galápagos trip with kimkim, visiting San Cristobal, Isabela, and Santa Cruz, was outstanding in every aspect. Organization was seamless—transfers, ferries, and daily excursions all went flawlessly, and every detail was coordinated in advance, making the experience truly worry-free. The hotels were comfortable, clean, and charming, with attentive staff at each location.
Excursions and guides were a highlight: we explored iconic wildlife sites, went snorkeling with turtles and...
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Our 6-day Galápagos trip with kimkim, visiting San Cristobal, Isabela, and Santa Cruz, was outstanding in every aspect. Organization was seamless—transfers, ferries, and daily excursions all went flawlessly, and every detail was coordinated in advance, making the experience truly worry-free. The hotels were comfortable, clean, and charming, with attentive staff at each location.
Excursions and guides were a highlight: we explored iconic wildlife sites, went snorkeling with turtles and sharks, and enjoyed insightful guided tours to giant tortoise reserves and the Charles Darwin Research Station. The guides were exceptionally knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and engaging, making each activity both fun and educational (special thanks to Viviana in Santa Cruz).
In Quito, the service quality continued at the same high standard. Special mention goes to Matteo, who was especially helpful—offering insightful guidance, arranging smooth logistics, and enhancing our city experience with his expertise and friendliness.
We highly recommend kimkim for a Galápagos and Quito adventure—well organized, reliable, with excellent guides, great service, and memorable experiences from start to finish

Local specialist: Jacquie Granda

Our trip was amazing on so many levels!!
The Netherlands | Jun 29 - Jul 8, 2025

Chuck
Chuck T.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
Our trip was amazing on so many levels and in so many ways. Mieke did an incredible job setting everything up. Our guides were great as were all the recommendations for restaurants. THANK YOU so much Mieke and everyone that made this a trip of a lifetime!! Read more

Our trip was amazing on so many levels and in so many ways. Mieke did an incredible job setting everything up. Our guides were great as were all the recommendations for restaurants. THANK YOU so much Mieke and everyone that made this a trip of a lifetime!!

Hotel Reviews
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Rotterdam

Fantastic hotel!! It is very clean and the staff is very friendly.. Great location as well. We would definitely stay here again.

Authenticity & Character
This hotel has great character and authenticity. I really liked it.
Location
The location is prime. Close to shopping, restaurants and plenty of action, yet quiet and comforatble.
Staff
The staff was top notch. Very polite and very helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
This hotel is very clean and very comfortable. Top rated on this too.
Boutiquehotel Staats
Haarlem

This is an amazing hotel. The staff was fabulous and everything was very clean. I would definitely stay here again,

Authenticity & Character
This hotel has so much character. I absolutely LOVED it!!
Location
Staff
The staff was so friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean hotel and very comfortable as well.
Boutique Hotel Beekhuizen, Velp
Velp

This hotel is stunning. It is so pretty. The staff was amazing as well. I would stay here again for sure!!

Authenticity & Character
Filled with character and authenticity.
Location
Being in the forest makes this extra special and incredibly beautiful!!
Staff
The staff was very kind and very helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
This hotel was very clean nd incredibly comfortable.
Local specialist: Mieke Arendsen
Mieke
Mieke Arendsen
Local specialist in The Netherlands | Replied on Jul 20, 2025

Hi Chuck, Thank you for your kind words! Great to hear you have enjoyed your family time here to the fullest. It's been wonderful hosting your trip here, and I am glad all choices turned out so well for all of you.
Tot ziens!
Mieke

Trip of a Lifetime!
Portugal | Jul 1 - Jul 14, 2025

Tim
Tim S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025
The trip that kimkim planned for our 2-week trip to Spain and Portugal was amazing! We didn't have to worry - everything was taken care of, from the drivers, to the guides, to the train tickets, it was an A-plus experience! We have 9 activities scheduled over our 14 day trip, and it is difficult to determine which one was our favorite. But the cooking class in Seville and the lunch at the vineyard (under a 2,000 year old olive tree) on our way to Lisbon were definitely up there. I also... Read more

The trip that kimkim planned for our 2-week trip to Spain and Portugal was amazing! We didn't have to worry - everything was taken care of, from the drivers, to the guides, to the train tickets, it was an A-plus experience! We have 9 activities scheduled over our 14 day trip, and it is difficult to determine which one was our favorite. But the cooking class in Seville and the lunch at the vineyard (under a 2,000 year old olive tree) on our way to Lisbon were definitely up there.

I also had to rely on the team during our trip for a request, and they got back to me within 15 minutes. Truly exceptional work and wonderful planning by Beatriz. Would absolutely recommend kimkim to all our friends and we will never travel internationally without them.

Tim

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Regina
Barcelona

Beautiful hotel! Definitely set the tone for the trip.

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Palmares Signature Suites
Odiáxere, Lagos

If you like luxury accommodations with golf, pools, a Michelin-starred restaurant and access to the beach, this is the place to stay!

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Everyone was accommodating to provide shuttles to beach and to apartment.
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Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hotel
Lisboa

The friends that stayed with us agreed that this might be the nicest hotel that they ever stayed in.

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Torel 1884 Suites & Apartments
Porto

Accommodations were nice but did not feel as luxury as the prior places that we had stayed on our trip.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We didn't realize that the suites would be apart from the main building.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Portugal

Sintra is very unique and our driver had family who grew up there so he knew how to get around easily and took us to some of the areas that were not as touristy.

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Exclusive Tapas Culinary Experience
Exclusive Tapas Culinary Experience
Barcelona

This first activity set the tone - and we were literally starting about an hour after got to the hotel.

Quality of Experience
Variety of foods and places was comprehensive
Food
Croquets, sangria, pinchos, Russian salad, etc.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide, Brais, was very enthusiastic and engaging. He introduced us to a lot of different types of tapas we would then encounter later in Spain.
Transport
Private Visit of Barcelona & La Sagrada Familia
Private Visit of Barcelona & La Sagrada Familia
Barcelona

Miguel, our guide spent extra time with us and asked what WE wanted to do. He then took us to a beautiful music hall in Barcelona before we even went to La Sagrada Familia.

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Visit an Andalusian Olive Oil Estate
Visit an Andalusian Olive Oil Estate
Portugal

Loved visiting the picturesque property. The guide was friendly and knowledgable. And the olive oil was delicious! A bottle of your choice is included with the tour.

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Private Traditional Andalusian Cooking Class & Market Visit
Private Traditional Andalusian Cooking Class & Market Visit
Seville

One of our favorite activities! Chef Leo and Carmen were amazing! Great sense of humor, helpful, supportive. And also, the food we all made was delicious. Tried one of the dishes at a restaurant the next day - ours was much better!

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Food
Gazpacho, spinach and chickpeas, paella
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Boat Excursion Inside Benagil Caves
Boat Excursion Inside Benagil Caves
Portugal

The pictures from this boat trip were amazing! I've never seen caves like this in my lifetime.

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Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Lisbon
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Secret Porto Walking Experience
Secret Porto Walking Experience
Porto

Felt like we were just following our guide around while she walked ahead of us. Did not find our guide to be very engaging at all.

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Day Excursion to Douro Valley:  Wine Tasting & River Cruise
Day Excursion to Douro Valley: Wine Tasting & River Cruise
Porto

Thelma was very professional and knowledgable about the area and the vineyards. She took us to a traditional Portuguese restaurant that was absolutely delicious and that we would never have found or chosen on our own.

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Local specialist: Beatriz De Pablo Rocha

Magical Ireland trip
Ireland | Jul 6 - Jul 17, 2025

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Renee K.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

We had a wonderful family trip to Ireland, guided by Eleanor. Our favorite hotels were Lough Eske near Donegal, which I highly recommend. We hit the jackpot on weather except for the Aran Island day, but honestly, it was so full of tourists, I'm not sure I'd enjoy that anyway. If I had to do it over again, I would stay in a hotel closer to Galway city center so we could walk to dinner and the bars. Galway is magical and loved the people and energy. The sights are amazing, but the reason to go is for the people!

Local specialist: Eleanor Whitticombe

The most outstanding travel agency - ever! Truly extraordinary
Japan | Jul 11 - Jul 18, 2025

HENRY
HENRY B.
Kansas City, MO | Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025
I am not one prone to overenthusiasm, but I honestly would give kimkim 6 out of 5 stars if I could. They were simply incredible - perhaps the most distinguishing accomplishment was them getting us tickets to the Ghibli museum for our trip. I did not think that much of it until I discovered asking others that NO ONE else had been able to get tickets. That seeing the Ghibli museum was a dream come true for my son, leaving him almost in tears, made it that much more special. But that... Read more

I am not one prone to overenthusiasm, but I honestly would give kimkim 6 out of 5 stars if I could. They were simply incredible - perhaps the most distinguishing accomplishment was them getting us tickets to the Ghibli museum for our trip. I did not think that much of it until I discovered asking others that NO ONE else had been able to get tickets.

That seeing the Ghibli museum was a dream come true for my son, leaving him almost in tears, made it that much more special.

But that was far from the only thing: we put forward an aggressive schedule of wants, assuming perhaps we could get half of them in. Eleanor did an amazing job finding us the bullet trains, planes, buses and private cars to allow us to somehow - manageably! - fit it all in.

The private car in Kyoto that allowed us to see the big three shrines there was particularly key - it was a comfy enough car to allow us to take catnaps between events and be fresh as a daisy for the next shrine!

The guides were also exceptional - Yukari who guided us through Tokyo, was impressive - with a great command of English, sense of humor, good energy - and a wealth of knowledge! - to keep us in good spirits through the entire day. Taku, Nammi and Michi were also first rate - guiding us through Kyoto as well as the nightlife of Kyoto and Osaka. Taku gave us a wonderful short list of key japanese words to know in addition to relating the history of the shrines. All very knowledgeable and positive.

And the drivers always seemed to pop out of nowhere to sweep us up directly at the exits and on to the next event.

We had a couple of crises I won't bother with the details of but suffice it to say that Eleanor and the KimKim team had the solution and saved the day - every time.

As a bit of an aside, I came from a week working with the KimKim agents in Vietnam and Thailand - and they were quite impressive as well. So, if you are planning a larger trip to Asia or just Japan, I cannot - cannot! - recommend them more highly. Spectacular.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Gracery Ginza

A rather tony part of Tokyo, so a bit less crowded - which was nice. Very nice amenities and first class rooms.

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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto ekimae PREMIER
Kyoto

Upscale hotel - they have a wonderful lobby space and offer a welcome drink which was much appreciated. They are beautifully located relative to the subway (30 meters/yards from the entrance!) and on a much traveled line. Nice neighborhood as well - great hotel.

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Local specialist: Eleanor Chen
Eleanor
Eleanor Chen
Local specialist in Japan and China | Replied on Jul 20, 2025
Hi Henry, Your message truly made my day — thank you for such kind and thoughtful words. It was such a pleasure helping you fit everything in, and I’m so happy to hear the guides and drivers made things smooth and enjoyable along the way. I have a feeling you’ve already tucked those Ghibli Museum tickets somewhere safe — I hope they’ll always remind you of that magical day and your son’s joy, and bring a smile whenever you look back on the trip. On a personal note, I really enjoyed... Read more

Hi Henry,

Your message truly made my day — thank you for such kind and thoughtful words.

It was such a pleasure helping you fit everything in, and I’m so happy to hear the guides and drivers made things smooth and enjoyable along the way.

I have a feeling you’ve already tucked those Ghibli Museum tickets somewhere safe — I hope they’ll always remind you of that magical day and your son’s joy, and bring a smile whenever you look back on the trip.

On a personal note, I really enjoyed working with you. You were such an easy, engaging, and thoughtful person to chat with — always open, humorous, and generous in sharing your thoughts. You made the whole process a joy on my end too.

Thanks again for trusting us with your trip. If your travels ever bring you back to Japan (or anywhere else in Asia!), I’d love to help again.

Warmly,
Eleanor

Amazing Istanbul Trip
Turkey | Jul 12 - Jul 18, 2025

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Irfan L.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025
Thank you Berat for planning a wonderful trip. We enjoyed our stay in Istanbul. Everything went smoothly. We had an excellent guide and a nice hotel. Read more

Thank you Berat for planning a wonderful trip. We enjoyed our stay in Istanbul. Everything went smoothly. We had an excellent guide and a nice hotel.

Hotel Review
Armada Hotel
Istanbul
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Explore the Dolmabahçe Palace
Explore the Dolmabahçe Palace
İstanbul
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Crossing between Continents: Explore Kadıköy and Moda
Crossing between Continents: Explore Kadıköy and Moda
İstanbul
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover Byzantine + Ottoman Istanbul
Discover Byzantine + Ottoman Istanbul
İstanbul
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Eminönü Heritage Tour: Explore the Historical Bazaars and Ottoman Architectural Sites of Istanbul
Eminönü Heritage Tour: Explore the Historical Bazaars and Ottoman Architectural Sites of Istanbul
İstanbul
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I’m
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Private Boat Tour on the Bosphorus
Private Boat Tour on the Bosphorus
İstanbul
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Local specialist: Berat Ornek
Berat
Berat Ornek
Local specialist in Turkey | Replied on Jul 20, 2025

Dear Irfan,
Many thanks for this positive review! We appreciate your valuable feedback and are happy to hear you had a great time in Turkey.
Thanks for choosing us as your travel companions and we look forward to hosting you here again.
Best,
Berat

Amazing trip to Portugal - every last detail was attended to
Portugal | Jul 5 - Jul 14, 2025

Nicole
Nicole W.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025
Our trip to Portugal was amazing! We originally planned to go to visit the NOS Alive music festival and decided to build a family vacation around that. I literally knew nothing about Portugal, and in my research, stumbled upon the Kimkim site. I entered my goals - see the country, have a little adventure and a little relaxation, and Pedro worked his magic. With his expertise of the country, he planned a perfect itinerary for our trip (which included myself, my husband and our 13 year old). ... Read more

Our trip to Portugal was amazing! We originally planned to go to visit the NOS Alive music festival and decided to build a family vacation around that. I literally knew nothing about Portugal, and in my research, stumbled upon the Kimkim site. I entered my goals - see the country, have a little adventure and a little relaxation, and Pedro worked his magic. With his expertise of the country, he planned a perfect itinerary for our trip (which included myself, my husband and our 13 year old). Communication leading up to the trip was very responsive and we felt totally prepared as we departed on July 4th.

We were first greeted by our driver Pepe - he messaged us when we landed to let us know where to meet him. It was a very warm welcome, complete with waters, snacks and a comfortable ride north to Porto. We stopped in a couple of towns along the way - Obidos and Najare - and Pepe gave us tips about what to see, what to eat/drink, and the best spots to do it. He also knew that by the time we had lunch in Najare, the jet lag would kick in so let us rest for the remaining hour and a half to Porto. The hotel in Porto was fabulous - perfectly located near restaurants and a short walk down to the river. The next morning we met our guide Bernardo who gave us a walking tour of the city. He was very knowledgeable (and passionate!) and we learned a lot about the city's history, architecture and even his childhood. We loved Porto - such a vibrant city! We even climbed the Porto Bridge so we could get a view of the river and city - so much fun!

We also did a tour of the Duoro Valley. Ricardo was our driver for this day-long adventure. He drove those squirrely roads with excellence while filling us in on information about the valley (and showed us the cork trees - so cool!). We did a river boat tour and then visited a winery where we enjoyed a delicious meal and then had a private tasting and winery tour lead by Fabio.

Ricardo was again our driver down to Lisbon. We were sad to say goodbye to him but checked into our apartment and geared up for a walking food tour in Lisbon. Pedro was our guide and took us to a few of his favorite good spots while also pointing out some highlights of the city. It really helped us get our bearings right away. The next day, we were happy to be reunited with Pepe who took us out to the lovely town of Sintra. Beautiful palace and grounds and then afterward took us back along the water, thru the lovely town of Cascais and - importantly - gave us tips for how to get to the music festival the next day.

As an aside, the festival was FABULOUS! So clean and well run - and my daughter had so much fun watching Mark Ambor, Noah Kahan, Benson Boone and Olivia Rodrigo.

The next day we were off to The Algarve. Pepe had fortunately given my husband driving tips which came in VERY handy! We did a boat tour to see the Ponto da Piedade Caves - so fabulous. Our boat guide was Joao and he was assisted by his daughter Priscilla. He was very good at navigating the tight spaces of the caves - we were quite impressed!

We ended our trip in Cascais. We stayed at the absolutely fabulous Miragem hotel - the perfect way to end! We enjoyed a delicious meal in Cascais at Clandestino, and stopped at Santini for gelato (Pepe's recommendation) before heading back to pack up.

Pepe drove us back to the airport - a full circle moment - the perfect way to end the trip.

Pedro, our guide, was totally attentive to every detail. Not only was everything planned perfectly, but he also sent reminders to us every day so we felt equipped for the next day's activities. We also asked to make a change to a pick-up time and Pedro and his team adjusted it with no issues. I would absolutely recommend Pedro to anyone looking to visit Portugal. If you do go, please say hi to Pepe and Ricardo for us!

Hotel Reviews
Torel 1884 Suites & Apartments
Porto

The team was super welcoming upon check in, the location was perfect, and the apartment was well appointed. Our favorite was the breakfast. George and his team not only provided perfect service, but the food was delicious!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Along "flower street" - near restaurants and a short walk to the river
Staff
Shout out to George who served us breakfast every day!
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Hotel Cascais Miragem
Cascais

The perfect end to our trip. Beautiful room, grand entrance, great service. We also visited the workout center - it was FAB!

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Just a short walk to downtown Cascais
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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jul 19, 2025

Hello Nicole,
Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review.
It sounds like your trip to Portugal was the perfect blend of culture, adventure, relaxation - and a bit of musical magic too! It is awesome to hear that each guide and driver added their own unique touch to your trip, making the whole experience even more memorable - I will definitely pass along your greetings to Ricardo & Pepe :)
All the best,
Your Friend in Portugal - Pedro

Personalized Scotland Adventure
Scotland | Jul 10 - Jul 16, 2025

Rae
Rae E.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025
Thanks to Pauline and team for helping us create an amazing trip. It was a great combination of their expert recommendations and our personal requests with enough freedom to discover new places along the way.
Highlights include Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and too many places to mention in the Highlands! We loved Inverness and the surrounding area. History, beauty, nature, and everyone is friendly and helpful. Shout outs to our hosts I. Edinburgh and Inverness, to Izzie at Tomatin...
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Thanks to Pauline and team for helping us create an amazing trip. It was a great combination of their expert recommendations and our personal requests with enough freedom to discover new places along the way.
Highlights include Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and too many places to mention in the Highlands! We loved Inverness and the surrounding area. History, beauty, nature, and everyone is friendly and helpful. Shout outs to our hosts I. Edinburgh and Inverness, to Izzie at Tomatin (what a genuinely kind and knowledgeable person)!

Activity Reviews
Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh

We loved that we could skipthe line because we had tickets and the guidebook is a great souvenir!

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Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre tickets
Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre tickets
Inverness

Our guide was knowledgeable and complete!

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Tomatin Distillery Tour
Tomatin Distillery Tour
Inverness

Terrific experience learning about Scotch whiskey production. Izzie is a great guide!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Glenlivet - The Original Tasting
Glenlivet - The Original Tasting
Scotland

Rick was a wonderful guide. We had a great time.

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Local specialist: Pauline Mathieu

Transparency , quick response , and very reli...
Brazil | Jun 29 - Jul 9, 2025

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Ramya V.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Transparency , quick response , and very reliable. Bruno was amazing. I have to also thank all the private guides who helped us with this amazing Brazil experience

Local specialist: Bruno Madeira
Bruno
Bruno Madeira
Local specialist in Brazil(Rio de Janeiro) and Portugal | Replied on Jul 18, 2025

Ramya
Thank you very much for your review. I'm delighted that you and your family enjoyed your trip.
All the best to you.
Bruno

Family trip to Japan, July 2025
Japan | Jun 28 - Jul 8, 2025

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Rajesh G.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025
We had a great trip and Hiroshi and the team were great. One potential item for improvement would be improved communication during the planning stage. Sometimes we were confused about why our itinerary was set up the way it was, but when we asked for clarification the explanation always made sense. Highlights of our trip were the Ryoken in Narai, Sushi in Osaka, day trip to Hiroshima, Kimono photoshoot and Kinstugi in Kyoto, walking the Nakasendo. Great trip. Read more

We had a great trip and Hiroshi and the team were great. One potential item for improvement would be improved communication during the planning stage. Sometimes we were confused about why our itinerary was set up the way it was, but when we asked for clarification the explanation always made sense.

Highlights of our trip were the Ryoken in Narai, Sushi in Osaka, day trip to Hiroshima, Kimono photoshoot and Kinstugi in Kyoto, walking the Nakasendo. Great trip.

Hotel Reviews
Byaku Narai
Nagano

Beautiful property in a quiet Japanese village.

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Cross Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto

Amazing location in Kyoto, close to everything. Rooms were compact and breakfast was all tourists. I think this is typical for Kyoto at this time of year.

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Hakone Gora KARAKU

Beautiful facility with opportunities to improve service.

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The service is not up to par. For example dinner is included and we were asked for the time when we checked in. The food was fine, but the service was not. We were served a kaiseki meal in less than an hour. Servers hurried the experience and it was rushed and uncomfortable. The service is below average for a property of this caliber.
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The onsen facilities were lovely.
Asakusa View Hotel Annex Rokku
Tokyo

Great location in Asakusa. Just be aware the neighborhood gets quiet after 8 PM, so if you want a later meal there are slim pickings.

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Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel
Osaka

The view!

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Kintsugi Experience with Kiyomizu-yaki: Restoring Beauty with Gold and Silver
Private Kintsugi Experience with Kiyomizu-yaki: Restoring Beauty with Gold and Silver
Kyoto

What a neat experience at a 7th generation family business.

Quality of Experience
Dressing Up in Traditional Kimono and Enjoy a Photoshoot!
Dressing Up in Traditional Kimono and Enjoy a Photoshoot!
Kyoto

I thought this would be silly, but it was a lot of fun. We all enjoyed it.

Quality of Experience
Experience Making Your Own Sushi Followed with a Top-Notch Sushi Dinner
Experience Making Your Own Sushi Followed with a Top-Notch Sushi Dinner
Osaka

My favorite meal of the trip. Outstanding Omakase experience.

Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Hiroshi Tsuji

Norway road trip
Norway | Jul 7 - Jul 17, 2025

Andria
Andria K.
Charlotte, NC | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025
Our trip through the northern islands of Norway was perfect. From start to finish, Mathia provided expert advice. I almost always plan trips on my own and I was a little nervous to use this service without a personal recommendation, but after using Kim Kim and Mathia for this trip, I may never plan on my own again. Each place we stayed was unique and I feel like we got a good feeling for the different areas in the islands. All the activities planned were exactly what our family enjoy, and we... Read more

Our trip through the northern islands of Norway was perfect. From start to finish, Mathia provided expert advice. I almost always plan trips on my own and I was a little nervous to use this service without a personal recommendation, but after using Kim Kim and Mathia for this trip, I may never plan on my own again. Each place we stayed was unique and I feel like we got a good feeling for the different areas in the islands. All the activities planned were exactly what our family enjoy, and we especially loved the excellent whale watching experience, biking, and midnight sun kayaking. We had no hiccups during the trip, but Mathia was always quick to respond with any questions I had about hike or restaurant suggestions. Would highly recommend Kim Kim and Mathia!

Hotel Reviews
Thon Hotel Oslo Airport
Gardermoen

Easy bus trip from the airport. Comfortable rooms. Large buffet breakfast. Good place to stay if heading back to the airport, but would stay closer to downtown if wanting to spend time in Oslo.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Good place to stay if heading to the airport
Staff
Friendly and efficient
Cleanliness & Comfort
Skagakaia

Very special locally-owned guest house. We had the apartment, which was perfect for our family of four. Lone’s dinners were delicious.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The views of the water were beautiful!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Thon hotel Andrikken
Andenes

Good location in Andenes.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nordis Suites
Svolvær

Loved the location. Right on the harbor.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
No AC, so was pretty warm at night.
Quality Hotel Richard With
Stokmarknes

Great location. Close to sauna. Easy to walk around town. Large rooms. Loved the shuffleboard downstairs. Very large, wonderful breakfast.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Reine Rorbuer
Reine

Our favorite place we stayed! We had cabin 21, which was the last one on the road. Very authentic, beautiful views.

Authenticity & Character
Old fishing cabin-very cool!
Location
Could walk to everywhere in Reine
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
So much space
Activity Reviews
Midnight Sun Kayak Tour
Midnight Sun Kayak Tour
Norway

Beautiful evening. We couldn’t go into the fjords because of the wind, but it was still a great experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Summer Whale Watching in Andenes
Summer Whale Watching in Andenes
Norway
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tour with Skagakaia Guide
Tour with Skagakaia Guide
Norway

Beautiful evening hike. Loved talking to Katie and getting insights on life in Norway

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Meet our Local Guide - Hike and Explore beautiful Hadseløya
Meet our Local Guide - Hike and Explore beautiful Hadseløya
Norway

Loved meeting Mathia and learning about life in Vesterålen.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Bike Trip Around Hadseløya
Bike Trip Around Hadseløya
Stokmarknes

What a great day! We loved spending the day with Robin and exploring the island. The biking was not too strenuous, and we were able to see so much.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Jul 18, 2025
Dear Andria, Adam, Tyler, and Graham,
Thank you very much for your kind review.
A beautiful adventure like this was only possible with an amazing family like yours. I’m truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the region—especially Vesterålen, which has now become my own home away from home.
It was a great pleasure helping you plan your trip to Northern Norway, and I feel honored to have met and spoken with such genuinely nice people. Knowing that you were satisfied with the hotels and...
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Dear Andria, Adam, Tyler, and Graham,
Thank you very much for your kind review.
A beautiful adventure like this was only possible with an amazing family like yours. I’m truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the region—especially Vesterålen, which has now become my own home away from home.
It was a great pleasure helping you plan your trip to Northern Norway, and I feel honored to have met and spoken with such genuinely nice people. Knowing that you were satisfied with the hotels and activities truly made my day. It’s also wonderful to hear that the guides were kind and provided you with memorable experiences.
I hope I’ll have the chance to welcome you back again someday—or who knows, perhaps I’ll let you know if I’m ever near your part of the world.
Wishing all of you the very best in your business, studies, and everything life brings your way. :)
Mathia

C'est la Vie!
France | Jun 17 - Jun 26, 2025

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Rubin S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025
This review is a bit overdue..my first time using KimKim, but the experience and service was over the top. I would highly recommend them and would use their services again for future travel.
I decided two weeks prior to dperature that I wanted to have a summer vacation with my kids; something that blended history, culture, and experience they will cherish. Liz was able to share her insights, relate to traveling with children and give her recommendations on what worked and didn't work.
We...
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This review is a bit overdue..my first time using KimKim, but the experience and service was over the top. I would highly recommend them and would use their services again for future travel.
I decided two weeks prior to dperature that I wanted to have a summer vacation with my kids; something that blended history, culture, and experience they will cherish. Liz was able to share her insights, relate to traveling with children and give her recommendations on what worked and didn't work.
We started off 5 days in Paris and concluded with 4 days in Nice. Certainly not enough time in either place. The itinerary was very structured; guides were very friendly, fluent in English, and provided the same level of service KimKim had assured.
Our trip started with a climb up the Eiffel tower, we also had a nice four hour guided tour of the city that was catered to children's interests. We were able to experience a cooking class in a local Parisian's home; had an art class with a professional painter, had the opportunity to bike and picnic through Versailles, saw the local home of the recent Football champions - PSG. The team then organized a seamless flight transfer from Paris to Nice, which was amazing and everything you would think of the French Riviera. We were guided through the local towns and then spent a couple beach days exploring the local towns and enjoying the Mediterranean sun.
Travel is an opportunity to see the world, meet people and connect with ones self. As a single dad, this was a trip that my children and I will remember, and I hope to have another KimKim experience next year!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel de Suede Saint Germain
Paris

Very quaint, comfortable and clean hotel. The staff was very friendly. This was my first time in Paris. The location was excellent and room accommodations were very nice for our family of three.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Hôtel du Couvent, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nice
Nice

This place is awesome...its an old convent that took ten years to build. The grounds are immaculate. The private compound sits atop a hill. It houses its own bakery, own fresh gardens from where all fruits and produce come from. The restaruants on site are very different but exceptional. The view from the pool / spa area are amazing. The hotel is situated in Old town - very walkable. but if you don't want that, the hotel provides golf carts to transport you around the old town vicinity. A very different hotel experience that I would visit again!

Authenticity & Character
Preserved the convent feel with a modern take on luxury
Location
Situated within Old town - walking to plenty of restaurants
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Eiffel Tower Stair Climb with Optional Summit Access
Eiffel Tower Stair Climb with Optional Summit Access
Paris

We climbed to the summit of the Eiffel Tower - the views are spectacular and quite an experience to go to the top.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
very knowledgeable and was able to relate to kids
Learn about the History of Impressionism with a Private Musee d’Orsay Tour
Learn about the History of Impressionism with a Private Musee d’Orsay Tour
Paris

I'm glad to chose this tour versus doing the Louvre...this was far more manageable and with the allotted time, this was perfect. The guide had a background in history and art and was able to relate to the children and keep them engaged for the full tour. She brought along art samples and relative lessons that piqued our interests.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Versailles Bike Tour
Versailles Bike Tour
Paris

Amazing experience to bike, picnic and explore one of the largest castles in the world. We biked over 8 miles voering the Versailles grounds. The tour started with a train ride from Paris to Versailles. We stopped by a local market to pick up food for our picnic. Then we headed to pick up our bikes. The guide was very nonweldable and the tour around the grounds were very thorough.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private French Riviera Sunset Electric Cruise (with private transfer)
Nice

This was a nice realzxing boat ride through along the coast of the Mediterranean. We took a picnic basket from our hotel and had dinner on board. The boat is more like a pontoon boat. The guide was very friendly and willing to take us whyever we wanted to venture to. We did catch the sunset which was amazing.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Discovery Tour of Paris Highlights
Private Discovery Tour of Paris Highlights
Paris

Our guide was a retired history teacher and also a grandfather. His experiences was able to hold children's attention for over 3.5 hours. The tour was very comprehensive and gave a nice lay of the land prior to venturing out around town. There are so many aspects of Paris that its impossible to cover on your own; it was very helpful to have this tour.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
French Dessert Cooking Class
French Dessert Cooking Class
Paris

We did a dessert making class - I was not expecting this to be in a local Parisians home. The instructor was a professional chef. The area was extremely clean, professional and very enjoyable. We were paired with two other families - which was very pleasant experience as well.

Quality of Experience
Art activity for kids and family in Paris
Art activity for kids and family in Paris
Paris

This was one of my children's favorite activities. We found a spot outside across the river, overseeing the Eiffel Tower. The art class entailed us to sketch, paint what we saw. The class was guided by a professional artist who was extremely talented, but also very patient in teaching and helping the children. This was a very nice keepsake souvenir for the children and myself

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Saint Germain Stadium Tour
Saint Germain Stadium Tour
Paris

Home of the Football Champions! This was a highlight for my son. The tour was very thorough and showed us everything from the grounds, the locker rooms, the press conference theaters. It walked through the trophy room and gave a nice history of the stadium

Quality of Experience
Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze Morning Excursion
Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze Morning Excursion
Nice

Our guide was super - she was a local from Nice, and was extremely knowledgeable on the whole region. She was very patient and was able to make the tour relatable to kids. We started in Nice, and headed east towards Ville Franche, Eze, Monaco and back to Nice...the four hours went by very fast.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Liz Chreist
Liz
Liz Chreist
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Jul 17, 2025
Dear Rubin, Thank you so much for your heartfelt review—it means the world to us. I'm thrilled to hear that your first experience with KimKim surpassed expectations and that the journey we planned together created lasting memories for you and your children. With just two weeks to prepare, your openness to blending history, culture, and hands-on experiences allowed us to shape an itinerary that celebrated both discovery and connection. From climbing the Eiffel Tower and painting with a local... Read more

Dear Rubin,

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review—it means the world to us. I'm thrilled to hear that your first experience with KimKim surpassed expectations and that the journey we planned together created lasting memories for you and your children.

With just two weeks to prepare, your openness to blending history, culture, and hands-on experiences allowed us to shape an itinerary that celebrated both discovery and connection. From climbing the Eiffel Tower and painting with a local artist to picnicking through Versailles and relaxing on the Riviera beaches, it was a joy to match each experience to your family’s spirit of adventure.

Your reflections—especially as a single dad traveling with kids—resonate deeply. It was a privilege to support you in creating a meaningful and seamless escape, and I’m honored by your kind words about my guidance. I truly hope we’ll have the opportunity to collaborate again on another incredible journey next year!

Warmest wishes, Liz

Unforgettable Vacation Memories
Austria | Jun 17 - Jul 12, 2025

Kidianga
Kidianga T.
Biggs, CA | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025
It has been almost a week now since my dream vacation ended but the memories are still fresh and wonderful. Antonia and Sara, thanks for being the best travel agents.
It was indeed the trip of a lifetime, and I am so grateful and appreciative of the work Antonia and Sara did to help make it so magical. I can’t say enough good things about Antonia and Sara. This was my second time working with them and I could not have been more pleased with the outcome. Antonia and Sara were great with...
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It has been almost a week now since my dream vacation ended but the memories are still fresh and wonderful. Antonia and Sara, thanks for being the best travel agents.
It was indeed the trip of a lifetime, and I am so grateful and appreciative of the work Antonia and Sara did to help make it so magical. I can’t say enough good things about Antonia and Sara. This was my second time working with them and I could not have been more pleased with the outcome. Antonia and Sara were great with the entire process from planning to updates during the trip. Everything was perfectly executed. The entire experience was seamless and memorable. Nothing escaped their attention. They were easy to communicate with and always responded promptly to any requests I had. The arrangements they made were flawless. The hotels had everything I could ask for and more. The transfers from place to place were handled in the most efficient way,
This was truly a trip to be remembered for all the good reasons. I am forever grateful to Antonia and Sara for helping me create a dream holiday. They are much more than travel agents. They are my friends, and that means a great deal to me.
In closing, I look forward to planning another adventure next summer.

Thank you for everything!

Local specialist: Antonia Šutić Ljuština

A worry-free way of travelling!
Spain | Jul 6 - Jul 16, 2025

Chiara
Chiara G.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025
This was our first experience with KimKim, and overall, we found it to be quite positive, leading us to consider using their services again in the future. While we did encounter a minor issue, we were impressed by how promptly the agency addressed it. Throughout the planning, execution, and follow-up phases, we felt well-supported. The additional activities we participated in—such as the hike in the Basque region, the cooking class in Barcelona, and the catamaran sailing in Palma—were... Read more

This was our first experience with KimKim, and overall, we found it to be quite positive, leading us to consider using their services again in the future. While we did encounter a minor issue, we were impressed by how promptly the agency addressed it. Throughout the planning, execution, and follow-up phases, we felt well-supported.

The additional activities we participated in—such as the hike in the Basque region, the cooking class in Barcelona, and the catamaran sailing in Palma—were particularly memorable and added significant value to our trip. The choice of hotels was commendable, and the transportation arrangements were executed smoothly.

We believe that the extra expense was justified, as it alleviated the stress and burden of organizing the trip ourselves, allowing us to enjoy our experience fully. This approach can greatly enhance future travel planning and ensure a more relaxing journey for travelers.

Local specialist: Manuela Cardillo
Manuela
Manuela Cardillo
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Jul 18, 2025

Ciao Chiara!
Thank you for your kind words, I'm so glad your first experience with us was a great one and that you felt supported every step of the way. I hope the memories from this trip stay with you for a long time and don't hesitate to reach out when you're ready to plan your next adventure 😍.

We enjoyed our trip to Grenada and Seville. E...
Spain | Jul 5 - Jul 11, 2025

susanna
susanna m.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

We enjoyed our trip to Grenada and Seville. Everything was beautifully arranged for us by Alfonso and Uhaina. Our local guides Ana and Rachel were knowledgeable and friendly. We had support whenever we needed it for the whole trip. The Kimkim platform an easy way to plan a trip. Love it!

Local specialist: Alfonso Nuñez
Alfonso
Alfonso Nuñez
Local specialist in San Sebastian - Spain | Replied on Jul 17, 2025

Hi Susanna.
We also loved having you as our customers.
I hope to see you again.
Take care!

Helpful planners of awesome trip!
Norway | Jul 4 - Jul 10, 2025

Julia
Julia T.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Great to have it all planned out including roads to take and the extras were so much fun! Kimkim was responsive to questions and easy to interact with. As we were planning we were able to request and make modifications with ease.

Local specialist: Mar Quiñones

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