Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Couldn’t be more pleased
Iceland | Nov 24 - Dec 1, 2024

Isabela
Isabela V.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Dec 12, 2024
Adam listened to what we were looking for and created a great itinerary for us. Loved the fact that he created Google maps itineraries for each day, that made our road tripping so much easier and was such a thoughtful detail. Furthermore he made great suggestions in case we wanted to do more than what had been aalloyed for each day- some of those ended up being extraordinary experiences which we loved. Our trip was beyond delightful, the activities selected and even the hikes he managed to... Read more

Adam listened to what we were looking for and created a great itinerary for us. Loved the fact that he created Google maps itineraries for each day, that made our road tripping so much easier and was such a thoughtful detail. Furthermore he made great suggestions in case we wanted to do more than what had been aalloyed for each day- some of those ended up being extraordinary experiences which we loved. Our trip was beyond delightful, the activities selected and even the hikes he managed to sneak in (it’s late November and quite cold) were extraordinary. Hotels were great as well and were within our budget.
This is my 3rd trip with Kim Kim and I am definitely a fan! Will be consulting them for my next trip without a doubt.

Local specialist: Adam Warszawski
Adam
Adam Warszawski
Local specialist in Poland / Iceland | Replied on Dec 13, 2024

Thank you for the wonderful review and for trusting Kimkim once again, Isabela. I'm glad you had a fantastic time in Iceland, and I'm sure many more adventures await you!

Custom Vietnam /Thailand Tour
Vietnam | Dec 2 - Dec 11, 2024

greg
greg s.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Dec 12, 2024
Nhung helped us create an awesome itinerary for Vietnam and Thailand. It was 17 days, all private tours/transportation, concluding with a week on the beach in Phuket. Arrangements and logistics were flawless and went without a hitch. I can highly recommend KimKim for a custom itinerary, based on your unique interests. You won’t regret it. Read more

Nhung helped us create an awesome itinerary for Vietnam and Thailand. It was 17 days, all private tours/transportation, concluding with a week on the beach in Phuket. Arrangements and logistics were flawless and went without a hitch.

I can highly recommend KimKim for a custom itinerary, based on your unique interests. You won’t regret it.

Hotel Reviews
Eden Star Hotel & Spa
Ho Chi Minh City
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Acoustic Hotel & Spa
Hanoi

The rooms are very small. Aside from that, a lovely hotel.

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Paradise Elegance Cruise

Very comfortable room, and comfortable beds!!

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Eleven Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
Bangkok
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Mekong Lodge
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Activity Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta, Explore Ben Tre - Transfer to Cai Be
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta, Explore Ben Tre - Transfer to Cai Be
Ho Chi Minh City
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Food
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Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Ho Chi Minh City
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Cai Be visit - Ho Chi Minh City
Cai Be visit - Ho Chi Minh City
Cai Be
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Ho Chi Minh - Flight to Hanoi (without tour guide)
Ho Chi Minh - Flight to Hanoi (without tour guide)
Vietnam
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Hanoi City Tour & Half-day Sightseeing by Legendary Russian Jeep GAZ69 Or USA Army Jeep (VBTJ1)
Hanoi City Tour & Half-day Sightseeing by Legendary Russian Jeep GAZ69 Or USA Army Jeep (VBTJ1)
Hanoi

Going through the local market was very interesting. And the egg coffee was a nice experience.

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Hanoi - Halong Bay, Overnight on Cruise
Hanoi - Halong Bay, Overnight on Cruise
Vietnam

This was a very well organized cruise. There were plenty of things to see, and the time on the ship was maximized. Food was Varied and the staff was excellent.

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Bangkok  – Damnoen Saduak Floating Market – Jim Thompson House Museum – Bangkok
Bangkok – Damnoen Saduak Floating Market – Jim Thompson House Museum – Bangkok
Bangkok

It was fun to go to the markets. However, Our tour guide at the gym Thompsen house spoke with a soft voice, and was it very difficult to understand. Because of this, I found it to be mostly somewhat boring.

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Local specialist: Tran Nhung
Tran
Tran Nhung
Local specialist in Hanoi | Replied on Dec 16, 2024
Dear Greg,
Thank you very much for taking your time to write a detailed review and share your travel experience with us. We highly appreciate it. This is a big motivation to our team to continue improving our services to serve our clients better.
We look forward to welcoming you back to Vietnam, Lao, Cambodia and Thailand to explore the remaining parts of our beautiful country. Please feel freely to share great memories with your family and friends so they also can discover the beauty of...
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Dear Greg,
Thank you very much for taking your time to write a detailed review and share your travel experience with us. We highly appreciate it. This is a big motivation to our team to continue improving our services to serve our clients better.
We look forward to welcoming you back to Vietnam, Lao, Cambodia and Thailand to explore the remaining parts of our beautiful country. Please feel freely to share great memories with your family and friends so they also can discover the beauty of these countries.
As Christmas and New Year is coming, i wish you and your family have a festive season that is full of wonderful surprises, treats and non-stop laughter. Cheers !!!!
All the best and have a nice day,
Nhung

A dream come true
Thailand | Nov 26 - Dec 5, 2024

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Alisha H.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Dec 12, 2024
The trip itinerary was well suited to our preferences, interests and needs. Tina did a fantastic job with selecting tours, sights and experiences that highlighted all Thailand has to offer. Our tour guides were knowledgeable and helpful. Mui was excellent. Hong by Starlight was an exceptional experience. Truly memorable.
The accommodations were stellar. Great locations, clean, and delicious breakfasts.
Tina was quick to respond to my questions and maintained strong communication leading...
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The trip itinerary was well suited to our preferences, interests and needs. Tina did a fantastic job with selecting tours, sights and experiences that highlighted all Thailand has to offer. Our tour guides were knowledgeable and helpful. Mui was excellent. Hong by Starlight was an exceptional experience. Truly memorable.
The accommodations were stellar. Great locations, clean, and delicious breakfasts.
Tina was quick to respond to my questions and maintained strong communication leading up to and during our vacation, We had one minor situation arise. Tina resolved the issue quickly and without incident. I was thankful for her prompt attentiveness. I would absolutely book through KimKim again, and recommend Tina!

Hotel Reviews
The Quarter Hua Lamphong by UHG
Bangkok

Clean. Great location. Breakfast was delicious and fresh. The onsite spa provided excellent manicures, pedicures and massages at very reasonable prices.

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Bodhi Serene Chiang Mai Hotel (SHA Extra Plus)
Chiang Mai

Great location, clean, lovely gardens, and delicious breakfast.

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Oceanfront Beach Resort
Phuket

Clean with nice amenities. Breakfast selection was vast. Pool was excellent. Awesome shuttle service to Patong beach.

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Local specialist: Tina Oo
Tina
Tina Oo
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Dec 12, 2024

Hi Alisha,
Thank you for your lovely review. I'm glad you had a great time here.
I hope to see you and Eva again!
Best,
Tina

Patagonia Explorers
Patagonia | Dec 2 - Dec 11, 2024

Carolyn
Carolyn G.
Hailey, ID | Reviewed on Dec 12, 2024
Erin and Nara were fabulous to work with in planning our trip to Patagonia. We found them very organized and quick to respond to any requests or questions. They provided us with a complete itinerary with every detail spelled out. We had an unforgettable experience hiking the W trek. Without their expertise and guidance I’m not sure how successful and enjoyable the trip would have been. We are KimKim fans we used them last year for a Spain/ Portugal trip also. We will definitely use... Read more

Erin and Nara were fabulous to work with in planning our trip to Patagonia. We found them very organized and quick to respond to any requests or questions. They provided us with a complete itinerary with every detail spelled out. We had an unforgettable experience hiking the W trek. Without their expertise and guidance I’m not sure how successful and enjoyable the trip would have been. We are KimKim fans we used them last year for a Spain/ Portugal trip also. We will definitely use their services again.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Costaustralis
Puerto Natales

Excellent hotel for a stay in Porto Natales. The location is perfect for exploring town on foot. The view from the front of hotel is beautiful. The staff and breakfast buffet were fabulous. Because it is located on a busy street it can be a bit noisy. The rooms facing the road have the best views but if noise is a concern, ask for a room not facing the road.

Authenticity & Character
Charming lobby and seating areas.
Location
Central location for walking around town.
Staff
Staff was very efficient and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were very clean and spacious.
Refugio Torre Central
Parque Nacional Torres del Paine Pedro Montt

This was our first experience in a true Refugio. What a great vibe and place to spend the night.

Authenticity & Character
True Refugio experience with shared bunk rooms and dining. Great place to meet other hikers.
Location
Perfect location to start W trek.
Staff
Everyone was friendly and attentive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean bunk rooms, bathrooms, and dining areas.
Cabaña Los Cuernos
Puerto Natales

We stayed in the cabanas. They were very nice with two twin beds, great views of the night sky, pretty waterfall nearby.

Authenticity & Character
Fun Refugio vibe. Smaller group of people staying there.
Location
Great place to spend 2 nd night on W trek.
Staff
Friendly staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms and bathrooms were very clean.
Refugio Paine Grande
Puerto Natales, Chile

This is the biggest and busiest Refugio we stayed in. The dining room is large and can easily accommodate more people. Loved the bar area and ability to order a beer and pizza after a very long day of hiking.

Authenticity & Character
Fun Refugio. Lots of energy.
Location
Great location to spend our last night and hike to Grey Glacier to finish our trek.
Staff
Everyone was super friendly especially front desk staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean rooms and bathrooms.
Activity Reviews
Discover the Beagle Channel - Full Day Penguins + Beagle Channel Navigation
Discover the Beagle Channel - Full Day Penguins + Beagle Channel Navigation
Ushuaia

We enjoyed this experience and especially loved seeing the penguins. The Beagle Channel tour was informative. We feel that it would have been enough to just spend one day in Ushuaia since this seems to be mostly a port for Antarctica trips.

Quality of Experience
The penguins of course! So cute.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The tour guide was fun and informative.
Transport
Clean bus transfer to penguins colony. It was a long dirt road to get there which we weren’t expecting.
Trip Briefing at Dittmar Adventures
Trip Briefing at Dittmar Adventures
Puerto Natales

Nara was detailed and informative in her briefing. She answered all our questions.

Quality of Experience
We received all the information needed to make our trip stress free.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Shuttle transfers were on time and friendly drivers.
Transport
Grey Glacier Boat Tour
Grey Glacier Boat Tour
Chile

This was a great way to end our W trek. The glacier has to been seen in person. Words don’t do it justice.

Quality of Experience
Smooth boat ride with informative guide on board.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Erin Wiley
Erin
Erin Wiley
Local specialist in Puerto Natales & Pucon, Chile | Replied on Dec 12, 2024

Carolyn,

Thank you so much for this beaming review! It was so lovely to meet you all in our office the other day, so glad you all stopped by to say hi. We're very happy that you enjoyed the W trek, cheers to more adventures :)

Best,
Erin

Vegas and National/state parks discovery-Great Experience with Leo and kimkim
the United States | Dec 4 - Dec 10, 2024

Jean-Marc
Jean-Marc R.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Dec 11, 2024
Great Experience with Leo and kimkim. Leo understood our project and his proposal after a slight tune-up was perfect. The trip was incredible, from day one up to the end. We had a very interesting discovery of Las Vegas landmarks, and an enjoyable show by Shania Twain. But most of our trip was dedicated to discovering the wanders of National and State parks of Arizona and Utah. All the guided and self-guided exploration were perfect. The Grand Canyon was more than an experience, it’s an... Read more

Great Experience with Leo and kimkim. Leo understood our project and his proposal after a slight tune-up was perfect. The trip was incredible, from day one up to the end. We had a very interesting discovery of Las Vegas landmarks, and an enjoyable show by Shania Twain. But most of our trip was dedicated to discovering the wanders of National and State parks of Arizona and Utah. All the guided and self-guided exploration were perfect. The Grand Canyon was more than an experience, it’s an emotion, the sun set, and sun rise were magic, not to forget the star gazing events organized by the park rangers.
Antelope canyon guided tour was amazing, we had a wonderful and very insightful guide (Orin Yellowman). We were also thrilled to discover Snow canyon state park and the wonderful Red Mountain resort next to its entrance, for sure we will go back, only 2 hours from Vegas, worth going straight from the airport to discover the beauty of all the trail with very kind support from park personnel.
Thanks to Leo who helped us create the best vacation possible.

Local specialist: Leo Cuesta
Leo
Leo Cuesta
Local specialist in USA | Replied on Dec 12, 2024

I'm glad you had an incredible trip Jean-Marc! Thank you for working with me on your vacation and I look forward to arranging another great trip for you in the future.

What an amazing, flawless, and fabulous trip!...
Peru | Nov 19 - Dec 5, 2024

Kathy
Kathy S.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Dec 11, 2024
What an amazing, flawless, and fabulous trip! Thanks to Karen for helping us plan an exciting adventure. And thanks to Lisbeth for providing quick responses to any and all questions during our trip. We all fell in love with Peru and would definitely travel with KimKim again. Thank you for helping us create so many wonderful memories! Read more

What an amazing, flawless, and fabulous trip! Thanks to Karen for helping us plan an exciting adventure. And thanks to Lisbeth for providing quick responses to any and all questions during our trip. We all fell in love with Peru and would definitely travel with KimKim again. Thank you for helping us create so many wonderful memories!

Hotel Reviews
Pullman Lima Miraflores
Miraflores, Lima
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Conveniently located. Nice amenities.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Posada Amazonas Lodge
Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios

Amazing food. Loved the open wall in the room to the jungle. Incredible guides and activities!

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Local specialist: Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca
Liz Karen
Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca
Local specialist in Cusco | Replied on Dec 18, 2024

Hi Kathy,
Happy to hear you had such an amazing experience in Peru!
I wish you all the best for this new year 2025 😊
Please take care and let me know if we can help you somehow in the future!
Liz.

Brazil
Brazil | Nov 17 - Nov 24, 2024

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Liz S.
West Chester, PA | Reviewed on Dec 11, 2024
Renata was great at providing various updates through the planning process, and dealing with some changing schedules.
But we ended up doing a lot of the work that we thought a travel agent would assist with. For example, we often found the better way to travel throughout the country and which flights to take instead of relying on her. Also in the past travel specialists have provided us with "must do" things or provided more guidance, and we were kind of left to do a lot of that...
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Renata was great at providing various updates through the planning process, and dealing with some changing schedules.
But we ended up doing a lot of the work that we thought a travel agent would assist with. For example, we often found the better way to travel throughout the country and which flights to take instead of relying on her. Also in the past travel specialists have provided us with "must do" things or provided more guidance, and we were kind of left to do a lot of that ourselves.

Further, there were some things - like making sure water bottles were in the cars - were completely overlooked.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Intercity Manaus
Manaus

It was fine, but nothing special. Good breakfast.

Juma Amazon Lodge
Autazes

It was fun staying in the tree lodges. But, there was no a/c.

Belmond Hotel das Cataratas
Foz do Iguaçu

Worth the extra money to be in the park. Sunset in the tower is a must do.

Activity Reviews
Transfer by hidroplane & immersion in the rainforest (JL - Day 1)
Transfer by hidroplane & immersion in the rainforest (JL - Day 1)
Brazil
Adventures in the Jungle Lodge (JL - Day 2)
Adventures in the Jungle Lodge (JL - Day 2)
Brazil

Some great activities. Wish there was a little more to do.

Iguaçu Falls Hike on the Argentina Side & Gran Aventura Boat Tour
Iguaçu Falls Hike on the Argentina Side & Gran Aventura Boat Tour
Foz do Iguaçu

Amazing and our guide here was awesome.

Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Dec 18, 2024

Thanks for your comments Liz! They will certainly help to improve our work. I'm sorry things didn't go the way you expected. Best, Renata

Magnificent Morocco! Thanks KimKim!
Morocco | Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2024

David "Jax"
David "Jax" K.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Dec 11, 2024
Thanks to Majid and Moha for making our trip to Morocco very memorable. I've never scheduled an expensive trip with someone over the internet, but Majid delivered. With our driver, Moha, we our six day journey from Casablanca to Meknes to Fez to Ouzoud Falls to Marakech and back to Casablanca met every plan and expectation. Of course, being in Morocco made the KimKim experience extra special. Besides the souvenirs and pictures, I return home with a vastly improved understanding of the diverse... Read more

Thanks to Majid and Moha for making our trip to Morocco very memorable. I've never scheduled an expensive trip with someone over the internet, but Majid delivered. With our driver, Moha, we our six day journey from Casablanca to Meknes to Fez to Ouzoud Falls to Marakech and back to Casablanca met every plan and expectation. Of course, being in Morocco made the KimKim experience extra special. Besides the souvenirs and pictures, I return home with a vastly improved understanding of the diverse cultures of Morocco.

One piece of advice I would give to travelers to Morocco...get local currency in small denominations. Everyone expects a tip...even 2 dinars for a toilet trip visit. The ATMs don't give small denominations or coins. We even asked Moha to assist with breaking large bills. Majid provided guidelines on what amounts to tip who.

I would happily recommend Majid and Moha to anyone considering a trip to Morocco!

Hotel Reviews
Mövenpick Hotel Casablanca
Casablanca

They upgraded us to a suite!

Authenticity & Character
More western than Moroccan, but that was okay.
Location
It wasn't too far from the airport. But we arrived late and were tired.
Staff
Staff upgraded us to a suite. Probably noticed we were dead tired.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Double-paned glass kept obvious street noises out of the room for a very quiet rest.
Dar Lys - Luxury Riad & Spa
Fes

We had some problems with low water pressure in our bathroom, but it was temporary. The breakfast and dinner were great, but since we were there for two nights, having other dining options would have been great. We were discouraged from entering the medina at night even though the hotel advertises its proximity as an asset.

Authenticity & Character
It was an oasis in a not so beautiful medina.
Location
In the medina, but we were told not to venture into the medina on our own.
Staff
They got up with us and made breakfast even when we had to check out early.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very nice place. Modern with very good dining. Our room overlooked the courtyard restaurant, so we heard music and ambient noise until 11pm at night.
Widiane Suite And Spa
Bine El Ouidane

It may be difficult to find a 4 or 5-star hotel in this remote area near the Atlas Mountains. This hotel looks like a 5-star hotel, but presents as much less.

Authenticity & Character
Not Moroccan, not 5-star European.
Location
Ideal location as our trip from Fez to Marakech required an overnight stop, and this one was close to Ouzoud Falls.
Staff
Staff seemed unwilling to admit mistakes.
Cleanliness & Comfort
I ordered salmon for dinner half was raw. After using the toilet once, no more water came out of any of the spigots in our bathroom. Staff had it fixed during the dinner with uncooked food.
La Maison Arabe Hotel
Marrakech

Best hotel staff of the trip. Best restaurant food of the trip. And we both got a wonderful hammam and massage at their spa. If our windows had double-paned glass like the Mövenpick in Casablanca, then maybe we wouldn't have to listen to the restaurant entertainment and client noises below our window.

Authenticity & Character
It really is a very charming and colorful place. The Jazz Bar pianist played familiar tunes and dinner could be had when we were ready. The staff seemed to treasure the place as well, which was refreshing to see.
Location
Easy walking distance to the old market square. Staff gave perfect directions.
Staff
They listened and always had a solution.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Maybe we'd ask for a room that didn't look over the restaurant.
Activity Reviews
Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque
Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque
Morocco
Transfer from Casablanca to Fez via Meknes
Transfer from Casablanca to Fez via Meknes
Morocco
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide at Volubilis was well-informed.
Guided Tour of Volubilis
Guided Tour of Volubilis
Volubilis
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was well-informed
Fes: Exploring the Imperial City
Fes: Exploring the Imperial City
Fes
Transfer to Bin El Ouidane
Transfer to Bin El Ouidane
Morocco

Grateful for the few stops we made along the way (Ifrane, castle, lunch), otherwise the ride was long. You should consider having a guide who can get picked up at one location and dropped off down the road to give some background on the Berber culture of the High Atlas region.

Horse Ride Carriage in Marrakech
Horse Ride Carriage in Marrakech
Marrakesh

We almost didn't do it, but glad we did because it gave us more of a glimpse of the "new" Marakech. On the other hand, those poor horses seemed stressed to be in crazy city traffic.

Walking tour of Marrakech
Walking tour of Marrakech
Marrakesh

Our guide was helpful and informative. May have overtired him considering he may have taken a cut from the rug purchases we made from the merchant he steered us to.

Visit Majorelle gardens and Yves Saint Laurent with your private guide
Visit Majorelle gardens and Yves Saint Laurent with your private guide
Marrakesh

Would have enjoyed having lunch near this museum than in the old Jewish quarter. I don't know if this place gets enough publicity, but it should. I enjoyed it thoroughly.

Local specialist: Majid Mrabti
Majid
Majid Mrabti
Local specialist in Morocco & France | Replied on Dec 11, 2024
Hi David,
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review! It was our absolute pleasure to help make your trip to Morocco memorable and enjoyable. Moha and I are thrilled to hear that your journey met all your expectations and that you returned home with such wonderful experiences and insights into Morocco's diverse cultures.
Your advice about small denominations is spot on—thank you for sharing this tip with future travelers! It’s always our goal to provide practical guidance...
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Hi David,
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review! It was our absolute pleasure to help make your trip to Morocco memorable and enjoyable. Moha and I are thrilled to hear that your journey met all your expectations and that you returned home with such wonderful experiences and insights into Morocco's diverse cultures.
Your advice about small denominations is spot on—thank you for sharing this tip with future travelers! It’s always our goal to provide practical guidance to make the experience as smooth and stress-free as possible.
I truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Morocco someday for another adventure. Wishing you all the best in your future travels!
Warm regards,
Majid

We loved the pacing of the itinerary that Ion...
Greece | Dec 1 - Dec 8, 2024

Denise
Denise H.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Dec 11, 2024
We loved the pacing of the itinerary that Ionnis built for us as well as the excellent hotels he recommended. Our guide Julia at Delphi was super patient when we were delayed by a road closure, Christine told the best stories in our group tour of the Aceopolis, and Sophia at Olympia was able to be 'nerdy' with me over the archaeology of the place. The Niche hotel in Athens was a bright spot with its views and excellent rooftop restaurant, Arachova felt like a magical little town and the... Read more

We loved the pacing of the itinerary that Ionnis built for us as well as the excellent hotels he recommended. Our guide Julia at Delphi was super patient when we were delayed by a road closure, Christine told the best stories in our group tour of the Aceopolis, and Sophia at Olympia was able to be 'nerdy' with me over the archaeology of the place. The Niche hotel in Athens was a bright spot with its views and excellent rooftop restaurant, Arachova felt like a magical little town and the Kaiafas Lake Hotel had the warmest customer service imaginable. The 3sixty was centrally located and made exploring Nafplio easy! This was a trip of a lifetime and I can't wait to adventure with kimkim again!

Hotel Reviews
Niche Hotel Athens
Athens

Excellent customer service, beautiful rooftop bar/restaurant, and centrally located!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Very accomodating
Cleanliness & Comfort
Almond House Suites Arachova - Adults Only
Distomo-Arachova-Antikyra

This place feels like a bed and breakfast in the best way! On the edge of town so noises won't keep you awake but still walking distance with some stairs, amazing views, great hospitality. Wish we had stayed a few extra days!

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Kaiafas Lake Hotel
Zacharo

Kaiafas Lake Hotel was charming, especially with the owner's personal touch at breakfast, which made us feel like family. It was heartwarming and made our stay very special during the off-season.

3Sixty Hotel & Suites
Nafplio

3Sixty Hotel & Suites in Nafplio was very professional and at a great location. It allowed us ample opportunity to explore the charming port city by foot, making it a fun and interesting stay.

Sofitel Athens Airport
Athens

Sofitel Athens Airport was convenient for our needs, being an airport hotel. It served its purpose well.

Activity Reviews
Explore the Ancient Wonders of Delphi
Explore the Ancient Wonders of Delphi
Delphi

The Delphi tour was a fantastic experience. Despite a delay, the guide was super kind and waited for us. The exploration of the ancient wonders of Delphi was insightful, and our guide enriched the experience with their expertise.

Private Ancient Olympia Visit
Private Ancient Olympia Visit
Greece

The Guided Visit to Ancient Olympia was exceptional. Our guide, Sophia, shared incredible insights and had a deep knowledge of Olympia's history. It was one of my favorite activities because we shared a special interest and got to explore in-depth.

Savory Excursion of Nemea Vineyard Visits
Savory Excursion of Nemea Vineyard Visits
Nafplio

The Savory Excursion of Nemea Vineyard Visits was a great experience, even though it was non-ancient related. Visiting two very different wineries was fascinating, and both offered unique tastings. The tour was so enjoyable that we ended up purchasing five bottles of wine to take home!

Ancient Athens Acropolis and Mythology Walk
Ancient Athens Acropolis and Mythology Walk
Athens

We only had one group tour, which was the Ancient Athens Acropolis and Mythology Walk, and honestly, it was great. The guide was knowledgeable, and it was well organized. A wonderful way to explore the historical sites of Athens.

Local specialist: Ioannis Antoniadis
Ioannis
Ioannis Antoniadis
Local specialist in Syros, Greece | Replied on Dec 13, 2024

Thank you so much for this beautiful review! It makes me so happy to hear that our traveler enjoyed authentic and memorable experiences 🤩Your feedback is so valuable and I appreciate you for taking the time to share these comments!!

Thank you Emerson!
Finland | Nov 28 - Dec 6, 2024

Nikki
Nikki S.
Australia | Reviewed on Dec 11, 2024
We planned our dream trip to the Nordic countries, mainly to see the Northern Lights, which was a huge deal for us. We knew it was all up to nature, but we wanted to give ourselves the best chance of witnessing them.
We can’t thank Emerson enough for all his help from the start—he suggested the best places to go and connected us with top-notch tour providers. And we were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights on almost every tour we booked.
On our second day in Norway, our husky sledding...
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We planned our dream trip to the Nordic countries, mainly to see the Northern Lights, which was a huge deal for us. We knew it was all up to nature, but we wanted to give ourselves the best chance of witnessing them.
We can’t thank Emerson enough for all his help from the start—he suggested the best places to go and connected us with top-notch tour providers. And we were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights on almost every tour we booked.
On our second day in Norway, our husky sledding ride was cancelled due to wild weather but Emerson sorted it out by rescheduling it. If it wasn’t for Emerson, we wouldn’t have been able to reschedule it, and the next day we were back on track for the ride. It was peak season, so we saw plenty of disappointed travellers whose tours were cancelled due to weather, but Emerson stayed in constant contact with all the providers, and everything went smoothly for us. Some of the places we initially wanted to visit didn’t live up to the hype, but the alternatives Emerson suggested were way better.

It was our first wedding anniversary during the trip, and since we were travelling, we didn’t think we’d be able to do anything special. But Emerson went above and beyond to make sure our anniversary day was one to remember.

The accommodation and transport he organised were perfect—everything ran like clockwork. There’s no way our trip would have been anywhere near as amazing without his help.

We honestly can’t thank Emerson enough for everything he did for us. Out trip was perfect only because of Emerson.

Hotel Reviews
Thon Hotel Tromsø
Tromsø
Authenticity & Character
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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cahkal Hotel
Kilpisjärvi
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Levin Iglut Glass Igloos
Kitilä
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Arctic Light Hotel
Rovaniemi
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Husky Safari
Husky Safari
Tromsø
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Northern Lights Hunting Tour
Northern Lights Hunting Tour
Tromsø
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sámi Culture and Reindeer Herding Tour
Sámi Culture and Reindeer Herding Tour
Kilpisjärvi
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Chasing the Northern Lights
Chasing the Northern Lights
Kilpisjärvi
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Finnish Sauna Experience
Finnish Sauna Experience
Rovaniemi
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Aurora Ice Floating
Aurora Ice Floating
Finland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Emerson Siimer
Emerson
Emerson Siimer
Local specialist in Estonia | Replied on Dec 14, 2024

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a joy to work with you both and help plan a trip as meaningful as this one. You were wonderful travelers—flexible, enthusiastic, and a dream to collaborate with. I’m thrilled that you got to witness the Northern Lights so often and that your anniversary turned into a truly memorable day. Wishing you many more adventures together!

Hilda was very knowledgeable and kind. She ha...
Thailand | Nov 22 - Dec 3, 2024

Audrea
Audrea H.
Brenham, TX | Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024
Hilda was very knowledgeable and kind. She had suggestions on places to go and things to do during our free time. Highly recommend Hilda. Read more

Hilda was very knowledgeable and kind. She had suggestions on places to go and things to do during our free time. Highly recommend Hilda.

Hotel Reviews
Sabai Sabai Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai

Hotel staff is very nice. Only complaint is the beds are very hard.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Walkable to old town
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very hard bed
Baan Samui Resort
Surat Thani

Super sweet staff always willing to help or a answer questions. Big storm broke the elevator and we were on the 3rd floor. Also, shower would go get super hot for no reason. Breakfast was great! Best breakfast during our 12 day 3 hotel trip.

Authenticity & Character
Cute garden area
Location
Close to mall, resturants and spas.
Staff
Kitchen staff was super nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
Maitria Hotel Sukhumvit 18
Bankok

Nice staff Limited choices on breakfast. Very large rooms with nice beds.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to the metro but not the markets.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Best rooms
Activity Reviews
Full Day Elephant Nature Park Tour (Join-in)
Full Day Elephant Nature Park Tour (Join-in)
Chiang Mai

This activity was amazing. Thor our tour guys was fun and knowledgeable. We had a small group with us and everyone was laughing and enjoying the moment. You can really tell these elephants are well cared for.

Quality of Experience
Memories for a life time.
Food
Homemade Chiang Mai thai dish was delicious.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Funny, caring and make sure you are enjoying yourself.
Transport
Half Day Fun Cooking Experience With a Local Lanna Family
Half Day Fun Cooking Experience With a Local Lanna Family
Chiang Mai

Very welcoming! Learning a lot about the Lenna family. Participated in a spiritual giving. So much yummy food. After cooking everything the family gives you a gift and all the recipes for the dishes you made.

Quality of Experience
The Lenna family.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Create and Release Floating Lanterns & Riverside Dinner
Create and Release Floating Lanterns & Riverside Dinner
Chiang Mai

Wasn't what I expected. We made lanterns for the water goddess at a resturants. The resturant was on the water. Food was good and it had locals and music play.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Koh Phangan Sunset Cruise by Chantara Junk (Join-in basis)
Koh Phangan Sunset Cruise by Chantara Junk (Join-in basis)
Koh Samui

Trip was canceled due to storms.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Hilda Yang
Hilda
Hilda Yang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Dec 12, 2024

Dear Audrea,

Greetings from Hilda.Thank you for sharing your experiences. Happy to know that I have provided you with great suggestions for places to visit and activities to enjoy during your free time. Appreciate a lot for your recommendation.

It's wonderful to hear about your amazing and enjoyable activity with Thor, especially knowing the elephants are well cared for. Sorry for the cancellation of your sunset cruise in Koh Samui and thanks a lot for your understanding. We hope you have more opportunities for adventure in the future.

Warm regards,
Hilda

Wonderful experience
Vietnam | Nov 28 - Dec 5, 2024

Jeffrey
Jeffrey B.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024
Ashley was on top of all the details from start to finish, both before the trip and while Buthaina and I were in Vietnam. Even with some flight delays (to be expected), we were met by our drivers and guides without missing a beat. Great professional, courteous service. Accommodations were uniformly good (we especially enjoyed the Cozy an Boutique Hotel in Hoi An) and guides were very knowledgeable and friendly (especially Mr. Chung in Hanoi and Anna on the Mekong delta trip). Happy to... Read more

Ashley was on top of all the details from start to finish, both before the trip and while Buthaina and I were in Vietnam. Even with some flight delays (to be expected), we were met by our drivers and guides without missing a beat. Great professional, courteous service. Accommodations were uniformly good (we especially enjoyed the Cozy an Boutique Hotel in Hoi An) and guides were very knowledgeable and friendly (especially Mr. Chung in Hanoi and Anna on the Mekong delta trip). Happy to give our highest rating.

Hotel Reviews
Cozy An Boutique Hotel Hoian
Hoi An

Delightful gem of a hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
White Lotus Hue Hotel
Hue

An older hotel/convention center, but great staff and was able to take a bath after many days of walking that looked out directly to the Hue Citadel and Forbidden City!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
MK Premier Boutique hotel
Hanoi

In the old quarter, good room, great buffet breakfast, friendly/helpful staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ashley Nguyen
Ashley
Ashley Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi | Replied on Dec 15, 2024
Dear Jeffrey & Buthaina, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the trip to Vietnam.
It's great that despite the flight delays, your drivers and guides were there to greet you without any issues! We're also happy you enjoyed your accommodations, especially the Cozy An Boutique Hotel in Hoi An. And it's fantastic to hear you had such great experiences with Mr. Chung in Hanoi and Anna on the Mekong Delta trip—they’ll be so happy to hear your feedback. Thanks...
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Dear Jeffrey & Buthaina,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the trip to Vietnam.
It's great that despite the flight delays, your drivers and guides were there to greet you without any issues! We're also happy you enjoyed your accommodations, especially the Cozy An Boutique Hotel in Hoi An. And it's fantastic to hear you had such great experiences with Mr. Chung in Hanoi and Anna on the Mekong Delta trip—they’ll be so happy to hear your feedback. Thanks again for the glowing review and highest rating—we can’t wait to help you plan your next adventure!

Safe travels ahead!

Love,
Ashley

KimKim and Rutopia in Mexico City don't mix
Mexico | Nov 24 - Dec 1, 2024

Carlo
Carlo B.
South Lake Tahoe, CA | Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024
To preface, we have used Kim-Kim 2 previous times and were pleased with the experience each time; this time was the exact opposite. The over arching issue was poor communication. Throughout the planning process we were very clear in our desires. When we expressed them, Andrea would agree and then present a plan which was different from discussed. This disconnect progressed for 3 weeks (2 months before the planned trip) when we finally called KimKim admin to step in for a better person to... Read more

To preface, we have used Kim-Kim 2 previous times and were pleased with the experience each time; this time was the exact opposite. The over arching issue was poor communication. Throughout the planning process we were very clear in our desires. When we expressed them, Andrea would agree and then present a plan which was different from discussed. This disconnect progressed for 3 weeks (2 months before the planned trip) when we finally called KimKim admin to step in for a better person to work with.

Gustavo jumped in to help, and honestly things did not improve significantly. Like before we would try and be clear about our desires and he would agree to our requests. Then he would present something different. As we got closer to the trip, there were also delays in responses to our questions. Excuses were given, always different, but the delays for prompt answers to our questions kept piling up. This affected our ability to make plans outside the official tour related events. We wanted to figure out meals, restaurant reservations, shopping opportunities etc. This was especially challenging and anxiety provoking since we were a travel group of 11 which included travelers aged 11 to 80, half of which were seniors. Gus kept making the excuse that we keep changing the plans. Our perspective is that the proposed plans have not been satisfactory and we keep catching the flaws.

Specific issues with our planning involved our desire to have a tour focused on food and religiosity for our visit to Mexico City. We wanted an overview type day - tour of the city and food tour at the beginning of the week were in CDMX. Then each day would have a mass/visit to church and as the week progressed we build on the great beginning city tour. Didn’t seem like a big ask - but they couldn’t do it. In the final itinerary, we were offered a city tour with food tour at the last day of the tour, the exact opposite of what we wanted. After we continued to push, they relented and placed a city/food tour on day 2 of our itinerary.

When day 2 arrived, our local guide Yuichi Pablo was very nice and educational. He took us a tour of Metropolitan Church and a limited walking tour of the city. But not a single food tour or sample. NOTHING. So when we got to lunch, we complained and also contacted the local tour operator, Ibis Murillo at Rutopia. They apparently knew nothing about the agreed food tour on the itinerary. This was maddening. So Yuichi’s adjustment on the fly was to take us to a sandwich shop.

To appease us, Yuchi promised to try and add food elements into our itinerary. To meet this end, he added a lunch stop at a touristy restaurant each of our tour days. As you can see, very underwhelming and disappointing. Yuichi was a wonderful guide in terms of meeting our goal for religiosity - he really understood the special history of the Catholic Churches we visited and helped us worship and attend mass each day. So kudos to that.

One final knock against our travel week is the driver they used for our week visit, Carlos. He drove a large Mercedes van for us and was a great driver and kept the vehicle clean. However he also had poor communications skills with Yuichi and the parent company, Rutopia. When he dropped us off for a site visit and then parked, he was always late upon returning to pick us up. The worst was on the second to last day of our trip, he dropped us off at Teotihuacan (pyramids). When we finished he did not come to fetch us for over 30 minutes - in the hot sun with our aged parents, aunts and uncle. Our guide Yuichi unsuccessfully messaged him in watsapp and called on his cell phone but he never answered. On the final day, we had early flights out of Mexico City and he was to pick us up at 4:40am. When he hadn’t shown up by 4:55 (15 minutes past the scheduled time) I used the whatsapp to contact our on call tour operator, Ibis. I sent her messages 2x with no response. I then tried calling Ibis directly and finally got hold of her. She proceeded to call our driver Carlos directly, but she said he wasn’t answering her phone calls. This was completely unacceptable especially on a travel day.

These poor experiences really tested our patience and dampened our excitement. It certainly ruined what could have been a great visit to CDMX.

Ultimately I cannot recommend KimKim based on this experience. We also caution travelers who decide to visit Mexico City to make sure they do NOT use Rutopia, or any travel firm that associates with them.

Local specialist: Andrea Gramai
Andrea
Andrea Gramai
Local specialist in Cancun | Replied on Dec 16, 2024
Dear Carlo, Thank you for your detailed feedback. While we regret that your experience did not meet your expectations, we want to address the points you raised and provide context regarding the effort and care we put into your trip. Your itinerary was carefully tailored based on your requests, prioritizing a balance of religious and culinary experiences as discussed during the planning process. The plan was adjusted multiple times to reflect your preferences, first emphasizing the religious... Read more

Dear Carlo,

Thank you for your detailed feedback. While we regret that your experience did not meet your expectations, we want to address the points you raised and provide context regarding the effort and care we put into your trip.

Your itinerary was carefully tailored based on your requests, prioritizing a balance of religious and culinary experiences as discussed during the planning process. The plan was adjusted multiple times to reflect your preferences, first emphasizing the religious aspect and later shifting focus to food experiences. While we pride ourselves on being flexible and accommodating, frequent last-minute changes and updates after the final itinerary was confirmed made it challenging to deliver the seamless experience we strive to provide.

Regarding the food tour on Day 2, we acknowledge there was confusion, and we addressed this by reimbursing the entire day’s cost as a gesture of goodwill. Additionally, we personally covered certain items during your trip to enhance your experience, reflecting our commitment to going above and beyond for our travelers.
We also prioritized open communication throughout the process. While we worked diligently to respond to your evolving needs, the high volume of last-minute adjustments may have occasionally impacted response times.
We recognize how this could have caused frustration, especially for a group of your size, and we’re taking steps to streamline communication for future trips.

We’re pleased to hear that Yuichi excelled in providing meaningful religious experiences, ensuring your goals for mass attendance and church visits were met. However, we are sorry that the logistical challenges with the driver caused discomfort, particularly the delays at Teotihuacan and for your airport transfer. These issues were addressed with our local partners, and we’re implementing measures to prevent such occurrences in the future.

While we regret that your overall experience did not reflect the quality and attention to detail we are known for, we hope it’s evident that we made a concerted effort to adapt to your requests and provide a meaningful journey. Our tailor-made approach is designed to offer unique and personalized experiences, but it also relies on a level of stability in plans to ensure consistent quality.

We appreciate your acknowledgment of the areas where we succeeded, and we take your concerns seriously as we continue refining our services. Should you choose to travel with us again, we’re confident we can deliver the exceptional experience you expected.

Kind regards,
Gustavo
Reservations Manager,
Rutopía

Ana is wonderful! Thank you!
Argentina | Nov 15 - Dec 3, 2024

Yelena
Yelena L.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024
Ana is wonderful! Kind, understanding, responsive, and always on top of things! I don’t think we would be able to go to Argentina this year without Ana’s involvement! At the time when I didn’t have any chance of planning this trip your help was invaluable 🙏. I told all my friends about you. Thank you so much! Read more

Ana is wonderful! Kind, understanding, responsive, and always on top of things! I don’t think we would be able to go to Argentina this year without Ana’s involvement! At the time when I didn’t have any chance of planning this trip your help was invaluable 🙏. I told all my friends about you. Thank you so much!

Hotel Reviews
O2 Hotel Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires

Basic hotel. Good location. The reason I gave 2 stars is the size of their beds. They are tiny! If the two single beds are together it’s an American queen size bed, not king. And if they are separate they are much more narrower than a regular single bed. On top of that, the pillows are very hard and puffy. And the fitted sheet for a single bed is larger than a bed. So basically you sleep very uncomfortable on the bare mattress all night (because the sheet will roll) and be tired with a neck pain in the morning. Unless you are small person and the queen size bed is ok for two people.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cleanliness is ok, but please change the mattresses, sheets, pillow, and buy new towels if you want your guest to be comfortable
Nido del Condor Hotel & Spa
San Carlos de Bariloche

Very nice hotel, about 15 min from the town center, 20 min from the port, and like 30 min from the airport. Rooms are very nice with a view of a beautiful lake! Comfortable beds! Large jacuzzi. Bath robes in the room. Fireplace. Restaurant on premises. Breakfast is quite good, eggs are excellent! Staff is very kind and attentive 🙏. Has a spa facility - with a pool, dry and wet saunas, and couple lounges. My only advice to the hotel management is to make sure saunas are working as it should. We stayed 5 nights and it was a pleasure. Thank you!

Authenticity & Character
These are very comfy and warm, wooden cottages with amazing view.
Location
about 15 min from the town center, 20 min from the port, and like 30 min from the airport.
Staff
My husband got sick one day and I had to bring him breakfast, everyone was helping to get everything together to pack it. 🌹 They also helped me with reservations to restaurants and one special fishing trip.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was great
Activity Reviews
Tango Show & Dinner at La Ventana
Tango Show & Dinner at La Ventana
Buenos Aires

We had a quick group tango lesson (by the same guy and a girl who danced in the show later), dinner, and a show. Everything was great! The lesson was fun. Food and wine were excellent. And the show was fantastic! The level of professionalism is top notch (very different from the dancers you see in La Boca restaurants or dancing on the streets). We really loved this night!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore the City
Explore the City
Buenos Aires

It was a very good “introduction to the city” tour, kind of a kaleidoscope of little bits of every borrow. Good for people who don’t have much time in Buenos Aires. Otherwise I would skip it and just tour every neighborhood separately.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Colonia del Sacramento - City tour
Colonia del Sacramento - City tour
Argentina

I only liked this tour because our guide was very good. Otherwise I would prefer to take a public bus into Colonia, and not waste time stopping at the chocolate factory.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walk with penguins on Martillo Island
Walk with penguins on Martillo Island
Ushuaia

This was a very cute activity. There weren’t too many penguins yet, but a good amount still. Was fun to see them up close.

Quality of Experience
Just the intimacy of the island and penguins near by was very nice
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Trek & Canoeing in Lapataia Bay
Trek & Canoeing in Lapataia Bay
Ushuaia

Was a great hike, and a fun easy calm rafting. very knowledgeable guide with great sense of humor. beautiful views, and good food for lunch.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Minitrek Perito Moreno Glacier
Minitrek Perito Moreno Glacier
El Calafate

expensive activity (due to price hike this year) but still so worth it! My favorite activity of the trip. The beauty, the size, the air, the feeling of being on top of the ice doesn’t translate well into pictures unfortunately.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Ana Gutierrez
Ana
Ana Gutierrez
Local specialist in Buenos Aires | Replied on Dec 10, 2024

Thanks a bunch Yelena for your kind words and sincere feedback! As I mentioned before, it was a pleasure helping you plan this wonderful trip to Argentina, and I’m so happy to know you have enjoyed it -besides the little bumps.
Also, thank you for sharing your beautiful travel pictures with us!😍
I hope the memories of your Argentinian adventure stay with you forever.

Warmest regards,
Ana

Beautiful and unique trip that we never could have dreamt up on our own!
Italy | Nov 28 - Dec 8, 2024

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Bianca M.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Dec 09, 2024
Absolutely beside myself at how well-planned our trip to Italy was. Anita and her team did such an incredible job taking our vision and making it much more than we could have imagined. I feel like we took such a unique trip that we will be reminiscing about for the rest of our lives. Everything from the off-the-beaten-path tours to the smooth and professional drivers and transfers...we were blown away at the experience. Thanks so much! Read more

Absolutely beside myself at how well-planned our trip to Italy was. Anita and her team did such an incredible job taking our vision and making it much more than we could have imagined. I feel like we took such a unique trip that we will be reminiscing about for the rest of our lives. Everything from the off-the-beaten-path tours to the smooth and professional drivers and transfers...we were blown away at the experience. Thanks so much!

Hotel Reviews
Sorrento City Hotel
Sorrento

Great location and attentive staff. The breakfast had wonderful variety and felt very homey.

Authenticity & Character
Small but well thought out. Not the coziest hotel I've ever been to, but gets the job done well.
Location
Right on the main street of Sorrento. Very easily walkable and lively.
Staff
Kind staff. Breakfast attendants were very warm.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pietra Campana Italian Villa
Orvieto

Cannot give this villa enough praise. The location is absolutely breath-taking. The service and warmth of the staff was so wonderful. The spaciousness of the room was also wonderful. Highly recommend!!

Authenticity & Character
I felt like I was staying with a family member in the Italian countryside.
Location
Unbelievable panoramic views of Orvieto, while still being a very short drive from the city.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Maison du Sage
Florence

What a cool, unique guest house in such a fun part of town!

Authenticity & Character
The art deco decor was so cool while still giving a very cozy environment.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and super comfortable. The couch/daybed was an amazing touch. We loved!
Activity Review
Private Full Day Amalfi Experience
Private Full Day Amalfi Experience
Italy

It rained the whole day but we made the most of it. Was really fun to travel the Amalfi Coast during off-season. If there's any way to request Giuseppe as your driver/guide, you MUST!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Giuseppe was top notch!
Transport
Local specialist: Anita Matijasevic
Anita
Anita Matijasevic
Local specialist in Madrid & Florence | Replied on Dec 12, 2024

Hi Bianca, thank you for taking the time to write your trip review! I am glad to hear that everything went just as we planned (except the rain on the Amalfi Coast) and that you enjoyed your vacation! I hope to be able to help you again for your future trips to Italy, Spain, Morocco or Portugal. I wish you all the best 😊 Kind regards, Anita

Iceland with kids
Iceland | Dec 4 - Dec 8, 2024

Paula
Paula M.
Lockport, NY | Reviewed on Dec 09, 2024
Our planner & guide, Gummi was wonderfully responsive to our wants in planning and needs once we arrived. His sense of humor was a plus. Gummi was in tune to the children’s ages and was able to flex to keep them interested. He planned tremendous activities, tours, and events for them.
We did experience a couple of very minor issues. With a call to Gummi, his immediate response resolved the problems nearly immediately.
Our trip was a complete success.
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Our planner & guide, Gummi was wonderfully responsive to our wants in planning and needs once we arrived. His sense of humor was a plus. Gummi was in tune to the children’s ages and was able to flex to keep them interested. He planned tremendous activities, tours, and events for them.
We did experience a couple of very minor issues. With a call to Gummi, his immediate response resolved the problems nearly immediately.
Our trip was a complete success.

Hotel Review
Óðinn Penthouse Apartment
Reykjavík

Pros: Nice, clean, well appointed, comfy beds, plenty of room. Cons: 4th floor walk up with 7 & 4 year olds was a bit difficult at times when they were carrying their luggage & when they were tired.

Authenticity & Character
Seemed like a typical Reykjavik apartment & furnishing
Location
Right in downtown
Staff
Did respond to our initial questions when we tried to check in but seemed irritated with some of our questions
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfy & generally clean. The 1 bathroom, though functional, was in need of updating
Activity Reviews
Hunting the Northern Lights with a Guide -Private tour
Hunting the Northern Lights with a Guide -Private tour
Iceland

Our guide, Joost, tried hard to conjure up the northern lights for us. They just were not cooperating ;) We had amazing views of thousands of stars and a myriad of constellations.

Quality of Experience
A new experience for our young grandsons
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Joost was pleasant and his efforts were apparent
Transport
Comfortable ride.
The Golden Circle Private Tour
The Golden Circle Private Tour
Iceland

Gummi, our guide, offered just enough information to make the journey educational without being boring. Additionally, his sense of humor was delightful, very much like our own.

Quality of Experience
Traveling in winter, there were no crowds so we were able to enjoy the quiet beauty.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Gummi tailored the experience to suit the needs of our 3 generational group.
Transport
Safe and comfortable
Reykjavik Hop-On-Hop-Off Tours + Wonders of Iceland Exhibition
Reykjavik Hop-On-Hop-Off Tours + Wonders of Iceland Exhibition
Reykjavík

We used the bus as our public transportation within Reykjavik. Harbor views we beautiful.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The drivers were polite, but not the least be hospitable
Transport
FlyOver Iceland
FlyOver Iceland
Reykjavík

Excellent show. Thrilling but not frightening. The children loved it and compared it to a Disney Park ride.

Quality of Experience
So much fun and oh so interesting.
Perlan Museum - Icelandic Wonders & Northern Lights Show
Perlan Museum - Icelandic Wonders & Northern Lights Show
Reykjavík

So much to see and do, even for the 4 & 7 year olds.

Quality of Experience
High quality multi-media presentations
The Reykjavík Park and Zoo
The Reykjavík Park and Zoo
Reykjavík

We went at night to view the Christmas lights. They were beautiful. We saw many animals, unfortunately not the reindeer that night.

Quality of Experience
It was free admission when we went and therefore were not disappointed when we were unable to see all the animals.
Whales of Iceland
Whales of Iceland
Reykjavík

This was very interesting for the adults. The children were only interested in the scale models. It was geared more for adults.

Quality of Experience
More for the littler ones to do and manipulate.
How to be­come Icelandic in 60 minutes
How to be­come Icelandic in 60 minutes
Iceland

What an enjoyable presentation! Wonderful for all ages. There were many facts embedded in the humor that we all retained.

Quality of Experience
The comic was terrific, playing well off the audience.
Local specialist: Guðmundur Pálmason
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Guðmundur Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Dec 11, 2024

What sense of humor? I was being 100% serious ALL the time hahah!
Oh well, you know sarcasm is our second language :D
It was such a wonderful privilege to get to spend the day with you guys, and I do hope I'll get to catch up with you when you return to see the Westfjörds (you have no say in this, I'm already planning your next Iceland trip haha).

All the best, take care and see you soon!

Coraima was knowledgeable, patient and kind. ...
Portugal | Dec 2 - Dec 8, 2024

Rebecca and Russell
Rebecca and Russell F.
Princeton, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 09, 2024
Coraima was knowledgeable, patient and kind. I would easily recommend her to friends. Great activities, hotel and restaurant suggestions. We saw and did everything we wanted to do and the logistics were seamless.. Excellent communication by her and Lea- prompt and specific. This was our second KimKim vacation and we look forward to planning our third! Read more

Coraima was knowledgeable, patient and kind. I would easily recommend her to friends. Great activities, hotel and restaurant suggestions. We saw and did everything we wanted to do and the logistics were seamless.. Excellent communication by her and Lea- prompt and specific. This was our second KimKim vacation and we look forward to planning our third!

Hotel Review
Lisboa Prata Boutique Hotel
Lisboa

Interesting design, incredible staff, great location.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Coraima Yañez
Coraima
Coraima Yañez
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Dec 10, 2024

Rebecca, thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your feedback on your trip to Portugal. I appreciate you trusting my team to help you plan your father-daughter trip. I'm especially happy you enjoyed the activities, hotels, and logistics throughout the planning process! It's always such a treat to see our kimkim travelers come back for another adventure. I look forward to seeing you again in the future!
Coraima

Andrea was very responsive and put together a good itinerary
Colombia | Nov 23 - Dec 2, 2024

Jill
Jill K.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Dec 09, 2024
Andrea was very responsive and quickly set up an itinerary that met our needs. Her team kept in touch with us during the trip, making adjustments due to two delayed flights. The local guides were informed of the delays . All local guides were very professional, arrived on time or early, spoke good English, were very knowledgeable and took good care of us. Most of the accommodations were good. One jungle lodge was very remote, difficult to reach, had no hot water so we would have... Read more

Andrea was very responsive and quickly set up an itinerary that met our needs. Her team kept in touch with us during the trip, making adjustments due to two delayed flights. The local guides were informed of the delays . All local guides were very professional, arrived on time or early, spoke good English, were very knowledgeable and took good care of us. Most of the accommodations were good. One jungle lodge was very remote, difficult to reach, had no hot water so we would have preferred only one night there. Another hotel, in Santa Marta, was very nice but we arrived late and left early so didn't have time to enjoy the facilities. Plus the hotel was near the main square and music blared until the early hours of the morning. The hikes were quite challenging but we were fit enough, though tired.

Hotel Reviews
Casa La Fe
Cartagena de Indias

Great location in the old town and on a square with restaurants nearby. The staff members were all very helpful. The breakfast options were wonderful. We enjoyed the courtyard. The room was small but perfectly adequate. The area was quiet. There was a nice pool upstairs. The Wifi worked well.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Quiet area in the old town
Staff
Very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room was small but comfortable
Miraflores Boutique Hotel

The hotel is on the west side of the island and doesn't have a beach. It is about 15 minutes by taxi into the town. We had a lovely room above the reception with a big balcony. The room was spacious with a narrow but nice bathroom. Breakfast was good and they have a restaurant (limited choices) for dinner. There are some local restaurants in walking distance with better food choices. The grounds are big and there's a pool but we didn't use it as the weather was wet. The only downside was the constant traffic noise as we were in Room 2 close to the road.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
When we arrived, there was no one in reception and it took about an hour to find someone to check us in. Once we were settled, the staff was nice and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds in Colombia tend to be firm.
Reserva Natural Tierra Adentro
Santa Marta

Gorgeous setting in the jungle with birds, rescued animals and great views. The room was basic with a concrete floor and thatched roof, a small bathroom and a balcony. There was no hot water in the shower but the Wifi was strong. There is an outdoor open eating area with restaurant. Getting to the lodge is an adventure in itself. First a winding mountain road from Santa Marta to Minca, a small village. Then another 40 minutes on some of the worst roads I've ever seen (and I travel a lot). The remote setting was lovely but it would not be a place to have a medical emergency as it's so far from help. We had two nights here, one would have been enough.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
It's such a remote location so probably hard to get hot water. It was wet so we were damp and a bit chilled at times.
Ecohabs Tequendama Parque Tayrona
Cartagena

The location is right out of a travel magazine. We stayed one night in Room 4 perched high on the hill with a view to the ocean. However, there were a lot of inconveniences. First, it was a long walk from the reception to the restaurant, then 106 steps up to the room. Luckily we were fairly fit but it would have been strenuous for people older than us. Secondly, the bedroom was upstairs in the cabin. The lighting in the room was poor and I needed to use a flashlight to get things out of my suitcase. To use the bathroom, you have to go outside and downstairs (avoiding any rain). Not ideal for an older couple who need to go to the bathroom at night. Bring a flashlight. There was a coffee maker tucked away in a dark corner next to the bathroom, but no complimentary coffee, only sugar was provided. There were good breakfast choices in the impressive restaurant but service was slow and we waited about 40 minutes to get our breakfast while other guests who arrived after us got their food, ate and left. It was definitely an experience to stay in such a gorgeous place but it is better suited to younger people.

Authenticity & Character
Architecture of the cabins and restaurant
Location
Views of the ocean
Staff
Restaurant staff didn't speak English which lead to incorrect orders. I asked for tea with milk and got a cup of tea and a glass of milk. Service was slow.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The lodge is in the jungle so expect mosquitos and cockroaches in the room. The bathroom had hot water though it did run out.
Casa de Isabella, a Kali Hotel
Santa Marta

Lovely hotel. Our room was large and on the third floor. There is no elevator/lift. Unfortunately we arrived late and left early so didn't have an opportunity to use the pool or have breakfast. The bathroom was spacious and had hot water.

Authenticity & Character
It appeared to be built from old houses so was interesting
Location
Close to a main square in the old town. Walking distance to restaurants. We stayed on a Saturday night and the music from the square blared until about 2:00 AM. No sleep for us.
Staff
Receptionist spoke limited English. But in the morning a young lady helped us with our bags as we had an early start.
Cleanliness & Comfort
All good. There were even robes in the bathroom.
Hotel De La Opera
Bogotá

Fabulous hotel in the old city. The staff were very helpful. The hotel has three courtyards with rooms around them. Our room was comfortable with a nice bathroom. The location was quiet. It's very close to the main square and I felt very safe walking around the square early the next morning. It was also a quick walk to several museums. The hotel has a restaurant on the fourth floor with good food for dinner Breakfast is served in the courtyard and was an amazing buffet, the best breakfast of our trip. I had an omelet made to order. I wish we had more time here as the hotel was so nice.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel appears to be made from three adjacent houses so has lovely interior courtyards.
Location
So close to the square and museums, easy to walk around the area.
Staff
Very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nice room, good wifi, hot water in the shower
Activity Reviews
The Double Waterfall in Minca
The Double Waterfall in Minca
Colombia

We ended up going to two waterfalls within walking distance of our lodge. Cesar was a great guide. The hike was easy. You could swim at the waterfalls. The Marinka Falls had bathrooms and a restaurant where we had lunch.

Quality of Experience
Cesar was a great guide
Food
We had a nice lunch at the Marinka Waterfall
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Afternoon-Night Walking Tour
Afternoon-Night Walking Tour
Cartagena

Our guide gave us a good overview of the old city.

Quality of Experience
Guide spoke good English, very nice woman
Guides, Drivers and Staff
On time, helpful. took good care of us.
Transport
No waiting, nice vehicle
Nature Walk and Wildlife Spotting Adventure in Matute
Nature Walk and Wildlife Spotting Adventure in Matute
Cartagena

Luis was a wonderful guide and really knows and loves birds. We also saw an iguana and many howler monkeys. The visit to the house of the owners of the reserve was a great experience too. Luis had a good camera and shared the photos he took. The whole tour was quite an adventure walking through this area of regenerated jungle.

Quality of Experience
Luis is so knowledgeable about wildlife
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great guide
Transport
Comfortable car
From La Popa’s Heights to San Felipe’s Walls, Icons of Cartagena’s History and Beauty
From La Popa’s Heights to San Felipe’s Walls, Icons of Cartagena’s History and Beauty
Colombia

We did this tour by car and went beyond the old city. The monastery on the hill provides great views. Unfortunately we couldn't get into San Felipe Castle as it was closed for a private event. That was a bit disappointing. But the guide took us to see some other fortification instead.

Quality of Experience
The monastery
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Friendly and helpful
Transport
On time, comfortable car
Snorkeling  in the San Andrés Coral Reef
Snorkeling in the San Andrés Coral Reef
Colombia

I wanted to go to San Andres for the snorkeling. I've been lucky to have snorkeled all over the world. The guide, Miguel, was very nice and safety conscious. But the snorkeling itself was disappointing. There was some hard coral but no soft coral nor much color. There were some fish but not what I was hoping for. Also, it had rained the day before so visibility was low and the ocean was rough so we got bounced around a lot of the time. Perhaps a different location or day would have been a different experience.

Quality of Experience
Coral bleaching but that is happening worldwide.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Miguel was good, interesting to talk to
Transport
We went on Miguel's little boat. Don't bring anything of value as things may get wet. Miguel had a dry bag.
Discover the treasures of San Andrés Island
Discover the treasures of San Andrés Island
San Andrés Island

The guide took us around the island with three stops - a museum, Baptist church and historic house.

Quality of Experience
Guide was interesting. Carolina is a diver as well as a guide.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Knowledge of the island
Transport
Comfortable car
Hiking in the Tayrona National Park
Hiking in the Tayrona National Park
Colombia

A fairly tough 10 mile hike along the coast of the National Park. It is an out and back hike on the same trail. Lovely views. Lots of people and lots of mud. Wear boots or sturdy shoes. Bring water, sunscreen and a hat. It was very hot and humid. We had a break for lunch and a swim at a beach. For lunch we had fresh fish. Cesar was a considerate guide who knew how to avoid the worst of the mud. Along the way we saw capuchin monkeys, a crab, frog, bats and lots of leaf-cutter ants.

Quality of Experience
This is a place I wanted to see.
Food
Fresh fish on the beach.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Cesar was excellent. Very considerate and safety conscious.
Transport
Four wheel drive from the mountain lodge to the National Park. The driver took our bags to the hotel
Bunkuany: The Heart of the Wold
Bunkuany: The Heart of the Wold
Colombia

An amazing experience to see this archeological site in the jungle. We were the only people there. It exceeded our expectations. The hike was somewhat strenuous but seeing Bunkuany was worth it. Also we enjoyed a simple but delicious lunch with a farmer and his wife. Cesar and the local guide took good care of us. The drive to the trail was long and very bumpy but we got to stop and see some interesting rock carvings.

Quality of Experience
Great guides who took care of us.
Food
Nice lunch with the farming family.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very interesting people
Transport
Alex drove in very challenging conditions
Paloquemao Farmers Market |  Colonial Downtown & Monserrate
Paloquemao Farmers Market | Colonial Downtown & Monserrate
Colombia

Luis was an enthusiastic guide and a very interesting person. We loved the market, seeing the fruits and vegetables and tasting some of the food. Luis knew many of the vendors and introduced us. Then we went to Monserrate and appreciated the fast pass tickets as it was very busy. We had a lovely lunch there and enjoyed the views. Luis also provided a walking tour of the old town, taking us along narrow streets and past street entertainers. The next day he arrived on time and accompanied us to the airport.

Quality of Experience
It was all great.
Food
The food at the market and lunch up on Monserrate
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver, also called Luis, was very professional.
Transport
Great driver
Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Dec 11, 2024
Dear Jill, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed and thoughtful review. It truly warmed our hearts to read about your journey. Knowing that we could make your experience seamless, even amidst unexpected delays, means the world to us. Your kind words about our local guides, their professionalism, and their care make us incredibly proud. They are passionate about sharing Colombia’s beauty, and it’s wonderful to see how much they added to your trip. We’re grateful for... Read more

Dear Jill,

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed and thoughtful review. It truly warmed our hearts to read about your journey. Knowing that we could make your experience seamless, even amidst unexpected delays, means the world to us.

Your kind words about our local guides, their professionalism, and their care make us incredibly proud. They are passionate about sharing Colombia’s beauty, and it’s wonderful to see how much they added to your trip.

We’re grateful for your insights about the accommodations and activities, as they help us grow and improve. Colombia’s magic lies in its contrasts—wild jungles, vibrant cities, and tranquil beaches—and your adventurous spirit shone through in embracing it all.

It was truly our pleasure to be part of your adventure, and we hope the memories of Colombia stay with you forever. Whenever you’re ready to explore more of our beautiful country, we’ll be here to create another unforgettable journey for you.

Andrea

Andrea was great! Everything she planned wen...
Colombia | Nov 29 - Dec 8, 2024

Thomas
Thomas C.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Dec 09, 2024
Andrea was great! Everything she planned went off without issues. She was also very flexible with planning. Read more

Andrea was great! Everything she planned went off without issues. She was also very flexible with planning.

Hotel Reviews
Quinta Ladera
Medellin

Great hotel! Close to bars and restaurants but still secluded. The coffee/breakfast place downstairs had some of the best coffee we had in Columbia.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Terasu

Lovely place. Tucked away from town and overlooking the Andes. Restaurant/bar staff was very friendly and kind. Food was really good.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Punta Faro
Isla Mucura

Great hotel - but important to know that it’s a resort with nothing significant outside of the hotel grounds.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Island itself is small and remote.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean rooms with daily service! One thing to note is that it’s an open hotel - so no door locks. Each room does have a safe deposit box and at no point were we worried about our stuff.
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena
Authenticity & Character
Great roof top
Location
In a good part of town away from street vendors!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Biking Adventure in Guatapé: Nature, Culture, and the Iconic Peñol Boulder
Biking Adventure in Guatapé: Nature, Culture, and the Iconic Peñol Boulder
Colombia

Great day tour! We left super early to avoid crowds. Had the boulder to ourselves. Bike tour way great - what’s good for traveler's to know is that it is on mountain bikes and VERY hilly. The lunch and boat rides were highlights.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Juliana was AWESOME. She was very knowledgeable and thought on her feet whenever a plan went sideways.
Transport
Great driver!
Hiking in the Cócora Valley up to "The Hummingbird House" & Explore Salento
Hiking in the Cócora Valley up to "The Hummingbird House" & Explore Salento
Colombia

The hike itself was AMAZING from a views standpoint. We struggled with our guide (Juan Camilo) at times.

Quality of Experience
The beauty of the area was stunning. At the base there was a market for locals which made it feel less touristy.
Food
Trout was a bit raw. I had to pay out of pocket for my beer despite it being on 50 cents more than a lemonade. Felt cheap given how much we paid. Tree planting ceremony felt a little hokey.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Juan Comilo struggled with us. He is starting his own agency and used a significant time on the hike to take photos as part of that pursuit. This took time away from his focus and felt inappropriate. At some point I just started walking ahead of him out of frustration.
Transport
Punta Faro at Múcura Island
Punta Faro at Múcura Island
Colombia
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Liz was amazing!
Transport
It’s crazy driving in Cartagena - and these drivers are insanely good at navigating that craziness.
El Paraiso Coffee Farm: Where Coffee and History Unite in a Sensory Journey
El Paraiso Coffee Farm: Where Coffee and History Unite in a Sensory Journey
Colombia
Quality of Experience
Loved hearing the personal story of the farm owner! We learned so much from him.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Dec 12, 2024

Dear Thomas,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing to explore Colombia with us! We are thrilled to hear about your wonderful experience with Juliana – she truly embodies the spirit of dedication and passion we strive for in every journey. Your appreciation of her quick thinking and warm personality means the world to us.

It was our absolute pleasure to serve you and make your trip memorable. We hope to welcome you back to Colombia in the future to discover even more of its beauty and charm! 😊

Thank you Sangita
Nepal | Nov 22 - Nov 29, 2024

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Nancy K.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 08, 2024
Sangita did an excellent job putting our trip to Nepal together. Everything worked like clockwork from the airport pick up to the drop off. She listened to our ideas and concerns and came up with the prefect trek for us (Pikey Peak). Throughout the entire planning and travel period she was always friendly, available and answered our questions without any delay. You could feel how much she cared about us and made sure we were ok both in Kathmandu as well as . She came and visited us in... Read more

Sangita did an excellent job putting our trip to Nepal together. Everything worked like clockwork from the airport pick up to the drop off. She listened to our ideas and concerns and came up with the prefect trek for us (Pikey Peak). Throughout the entire planning and travel period she was always friendly, available and answered our questions without any delay. You could feel how much she cared about us and made sure we were ok both in Kathmandu as well as . She came and visited us in Kathmandu and even gave us a private walking tour in Thamil showing us some insider locations. THANK YOU Sangita.
The Pikey Peak trek was a spectacular hike along the Himalayans with stunning views of Mount Everest. Our guide, Mietra, was a local and knew the area very well. He also knew the owners of the Tea Houses and made sure we were very well taken care of. The warm breakfasts, lunches and dinners were delicious everywhere.
Our porter Buan always had a big smile on his face, despite the heavy bag he had to carry. Also a shoutout to our driver, who managed to drive us safely to/from the trails despite the very bad road conditions (most roads were washed away in September).

Local specialist: Sangita Bajracharya
Sangita
Sangita Bajracharya
Local specialist in Kathmandu | Replied on Dec 09, 2024

Dear Nancy,

Thank you so much for wonderful review. So glad to know you had amazing experience with our team and you enjoyed the trip in Nepal. Cannot wait to welcome you and your friends / family back in Nepal. :)

Best Regards
Sangita and HNB Team

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