Kimkim Trip Reviews

My trip was so amazing!
We worked with such amazing and knowledgeable guides who loved to show us their home country. Would book with Kimkim again.

We used KimKim to plan a trip to New Zealand and definitely would recommend using their services. While we had some ideas for things we wanted to do during the trip, Monika did a great job setting up the detailed itinerary and maximizing our time. Since this was the first time to the country, I was having a hard time figuring out how long driving distances were and when we should drive vs. fly and which tour operator to use. Monika booked several tours for us that ended up to be very good- our Milford Sound tour had to be re scheduled due to weather but the operator was very flexible for us and instead of flying we were able to take a van and still got to see Milford Sound. I felt like we got to do everything we wanted and the trip was within the budget range we had set out to meet. Other reviewers complained that you don't see a line item for how much the KimKim service costs but I didn't mind. The total cost we paid for our trip seemed reasonable to me and I thought it was definitely worthwhile to use a travel agent for a trip to a country where we had never been before and that required a lot of driving/traveling time to get from site to site.

KimKim, and Irene especially, planned an amazing trip for my daughter and I . Traveling to Italy with just the two of us felt a bit daunting, and trying to create an experience that would both hit the highlights and allow us to just immerse in a new place was so overwhelming to me. On the advice of a friend, I reached out to KimKim and within 24 hours we had a perfect itinerary, and every detail was taken care of. We had beautiful boutique hotels, expert and timely transportation from every airport/train station/hotel when we transferred cities, tours that were intimate and perfectly timed. The whole experience was flawless. They were so accessible on WhatsApp throughout the whole trip, and when I thought we may miss a train due to traffic, they were immediately responsive and assured me that they would help us navigate if we needed to find a later train.

I will use KimKim again and literally recommend them, it seems, at least daily as I share our experience. Already have my wheels turning for next year.

Hotel Reviews

Casa Howard Firenze

Florence

A beautiful boutique hotel with impeccable service.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Close to Piazza Santa Maria Novella, with a wine window on the way.

Staff

They even came in early one day to make sure we had breakfast and snacks for a day trip... incredible.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Continental

Sorrento

Beautiful rooms, beautiful pool, wonderful staff. Do not miss the rooftop restaurant.

Authenticity & Character

The staff felt like family even just during our short stay.

Location

Close to Marina Grande and shopping.

Staff

They were just charming and wonderful. We felt cared for like family.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Modigliani

Roma

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Staff

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Activity Reviews

Express Colosseum Tour

Rome

Great tour guide, perfect amount of time.

Morning Florence Highlights Walking Tour

Florence

Great high level, efficient orientation to Florence. Left us wanting more!

Pizza and Gelato Making Class in Florence

Florence

Perfect way to spend an afternoon out of the heat! Was fun and light and we enjoyed every minute.

Tuscany Day Trip with Siena, San Gimignano & Pisa

Florence

We loved this! Perfect (short) trip to Pisa, thoroughly loved our trip to the Corbucci vineyard with impeccable food and wine, San Gimignano was so quaint and perfect, and Siena... we got a great glimpse. It was a long day but we loved each minute.

Pasta-Making Class in Sorrento

Sorrento

Felt like one of the most authentic Italian experiences we had...We had a great time, made great food. It was long, so prob best for families with older kids, but their pizza experience seemed amazing as well (we worked alongside that crew!).

Amalfi Coast Boat Tour From Sorrento

Sorrento

Cannot say enough...it was magic.

Trastevere Afternoon Food Tour & Wine Experience

Rome

Loved every minute. A perfect collection of food and drink.. we were with another fun family and our guide was great. Don't miss it.

Given our short amount of time in Sydney, the trip was wonderful. The Shangri-la hotel was lovely with a fabulous view of Sydney harbor. We were able to relax in our room before heading upstairs to the restaurant. Since my husband is disabled, sightseeing from the room was such a blessing.
Our city tour provided a glimpse of the parks, museums, and neighborhoods as well as friendly chatter about the city.
The harbor tour was sort of meh. No commentary, just chugging along in the dark
I would skip that
All the support staff and drivers were efficient and helpful.
Altogether, a nice couple of days

I travelled to Morocco with my wife and 11 year old son. On our trip to Morocco, we travelled from Casablanca to Rabat, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fes and returned to Casablanca for our flight home. We had a 5 day itinerary that was well planned by the travel agency. The travel agency organized the private driver, hotels and the private guides. Overall, it was an interesting cultural experience (coming from US) to see an Islamic country and places that have been around for much longer than the USA.

For me the top 5 sights: the variety of Riads we stayed in to understand what is actually inside a traditional islamic home, the Challah (old fortress with Roman and Islamic ruins), Volubilis, Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail in Meknes (restored version of a Islamic Palace which was commonly seen in the palace ruins in southern Spain), and Fes Medina, which really gave engrained what life is/was like in the Moroccan Medinas.

A few positives:
- We stay in Riads for most nights. This was a very unique opportunity to see what it is like inside the "wealthy" homes. Both Riad Kalaa (Rabat) and Riad Lina (Chefchaouen) were nice.
- The breakfast at Riad Kalaa was by far the best.
- There was a reservable pool in Riad Lina that was magical.
- We wanted to buy local handicrafts and the local guides provided to us were knowledgeable about the best place to go (i.e. not the tourist locations). For example, in Chefchaouen, Bilal took us to a consignment store to find a Berber rug. In Fes, Cherif took us to a back back back alley in the Fes souks to get high quality Argan oil.
- Our driver, Reda, was very professional, which included 1) (most important) he was polite and respectful, 2) timely / almost always early), 3) knew where he was going and how long it would take, 4) was a safe driver following rules of the road. Reda was also able to schedule some things last minute, like a dinner and a traditional Moroccan show in Fes. This was a nice surprise for us.

A few negatives:
- Our itinerary was tight and the travel between locations were 3-5 hours each. Using a car was the only way to travel between the cities. On one hand, we could have extended stay in each location to break up the driving, but there isn't much to do in each location, so I think we would have gotten restless. Simply a tradeoff and probably I would do it this way again if I were to repeat.
- Riad Salam in Fes was by far the prettiest (16 years of restoration), but also the least comfortable. During our trip (we travelled in Spain prior to the trip to Morocco), we stay in 7 hotels; Riad Salam, was by far the the least comfortable. The mattress was extremely firm, the towels were lower quality than Amazon Basics. The A/C was not functioning correctly. And the breakfast was the worst out of the three Riads - they prioritized quantity over quality. I would not recommend staying there.
- The Hassan II mosque in Casablanca is about the only thing to do in in the city. Certainly interesting for a non-muslim to go into a practicing mosque. However, the guided tour was not very good (note that they were provided by the site rather than someone picked by tour agency).

Final Note: My rating for the local specialist covers all the people we worked with. Ali was only involved in planning. We had a operations person assigned (Said), but we never needed to talk with him. Reda was our only point of contact through out the trip.

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

Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Brisbane

Brisbane

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

Authenticity & Character

One of our drivers told us it was the location the Beatles stayed in when they came to Australia in the 60’s. It’s certainly been renovated/rebuilt since then and is a modern building with all the conveniencesone would ever need.

Location

Views of the river, gorgeous bridges, and the Ferris wheel. Easy walking to all kinds of fun stuff. I the heart of the shopping district.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Tangalooma Island Resort

Moreton Island

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

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Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments

Port Douglas

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

Authenticity & Character

Location

The proximity to the beach couldn’t be better.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Having a washer and dryer was great. Pool and grounds were well tended and gorgeous.

Activity Reviews

Full Day Skyrail and Kuranda Rail - Late Start 11:00am - 6:30pm

Port Douglas

The Full Day Skyrail and Kuranda Rail trip was stunning, but I was disappointed to find out the train ride part wasn't included in our reservation. Thankfully, we managed to book it on-site, and it was worth it. The views were breathtaking, and it's an experience you wouldn't want to miss. Despite the hiccup in the booking, everything else was well-organized, and I'd recommend doing both the Skyrail and the train.

Full Day Daintree Rainforest Tour

Port Douglas

The Full Day Daintree Rainforest Tour was a truly immersive experience. The lush greenery and unique ecosystem were fascinating, and it was perfect for my granddaughter and me. While maybe less suitable for very small children, it's an activity that older kids and adults would definitely enjoy. I loved the tour, and the drive was worth it.

Welcome to Brisbane

Brisbane

The Tangalooma and Moreton Island trip was a real treat, especially the unique activities like dolphin feeding and sand tobogganing. It was strenuous due to climbing sandhills, but so much fun and worth the effort. I highly recommend not missing out on this adventurous and delightful experience.

Wonderful 1 month in France

Hotels were great, almost all guide were excellent, train connections all great except when the rails were covered with a landslide after a huge rainstorm. Nathalie called to let us know she was making alternate plans for us before we even knew there was a problem. Speaking better than normal French certainly helped, but everyone was very welcoming and gracious. Some minor things for the future: if you are leaving the hotel super early, don't include breakfast in the room charge, when staying in 2 different hotels in Paris the driver went to the first one instead when taking us to the train, the guide in the Camargue spoke almost no English which frustrated my wife (we didn't know it was French Mother's Day so the regular guide was not available). Some unforgettable experiences like the huge hail storm while with our private guide in the Louvre and while driving through the towns and mountains around Carcassonne we picked up a monk walking alone by the road who then gave us a private tour of the abbey.

We had an absolutely wonderful time while we were in Peru. The accommodations that we had were excellent. We enjoyed all of them in the various places that we stayed. The food was incredible and we had so much fun trying the different cuisines. Our guides and drivers were too notch. Susie in Lima was so much fun to be around and we loved the information that she shared with us. Edwin who was our guide to the Colca Canyon was so knowledgeable and excited to show us the condors as well as teach us about the plants in this area. Leo in the Sacred Valley was very enjoyable to explore with and learn more about Moray and the slat flats at Maras. Then our guide Henry on the Inca Trail was so fun and helpful along the way. Everyone was so friendly and helpful and punctual throughout the whole trip. We had the experience of a lifetime.

Our experience with KimKim was fantastic. From planning to guidance while traveling, we felt very supported. Leny was very helpful and made some last minute changes to accommodate us without hesitation. The local guides and hotels were great. The peace of mind that came with having Leny help plan and keep us on track enabled me to relax and enjoy my vacation! If you are on the fence about using KimKim, I would highly recommend.

Activity Review

Best of Shibuya Food Tour

Tokyo

My daughter and I loved this experience! Clara was such a great guide. We were able to experience a wide variety of foods from wonderful locations that would have been impossible for us to explore on our own in one evening! Her knowledge of the food and area was excellent and she shared so much that added to the experience. Would highly recommend!

Quality of Experience

Clara was fantastic!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

She was so friendly and knowledgeable!

Kate did an awesome job tailoring our trip around Scotland with a wonderful balance of scheduled activities, suggested daily itineraries that still left us lots of flexibility to be spontaneous and explore. The accommodations were a range from 5 star resort to lovely B&B and all places I would have never found or booked myself. We made adjustments to meet budget requirements without sacrificing amenities.

Hotel Reviews

Cameron house

Gorgeous grounds and property. Multiple restaurant options, Great location. First class amenities

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Dungallan Country House

Oban

Lovely B&B a quick walk up the hill from downtown Oban. Historic charm but still very comfortable

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

put together to go lunches last minute for us and breakfast was wonderful

Cleanliness & Comfort

The Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa

Isle of Mull

Beautiful views, nice restaurant, good amenities

Authenticity & Character

Location

very convenient to ferry

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Ullinish House

Isle of Skye

Loved this was private and off the beaten path from the main busy tourist areas

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Moness Resort & Spa

Aberfeldy

Slightly away from downtown, lovely grounds, Rooms are a bit dated.

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Activity Reviews

Edinburgh Old Town Tour

Edinburgh

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Private Inverness Walking Tour

Scotland

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal Cruise

Inverness

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Our family of four (kids aged 14 and 12) had a great time on our trip to France, which Kimkim planned. We enjoyed each activity they had planned for us. We had multiple private tours scheduled, and each guide was exceptional. All respected all of our wants and needs to the utmost degree. All of the transfers worked very smoothly as well. The travel specialists listened to all of our requests and delivered.
Only two minor gripes, which downgrade my review to 4 stars instead of 5. The travel specialists changed multiple times during the planning, and it would have been nice to have this be more consistent, as I feel the trip could have been a little more personalized if rapport had been built with one specialist. The other small detail was that our trip documents were not released to us until very close to the trip, so some of the details were unknown until that time, which led to a small amount of anxiety.
That being said, neither of these things impacted how we enjoyed the logistics and events that were laid out for us. We did have a fantastic trip!

Hotel Reviews

Hôtel Le Tourville Paris

Paris

Our family of four stayed in the family suite (1 king and two twin beds) on the top (sixth) floor for five nights. We truly enjoyed our stay. The suite fit us very well. As expected in Paris, it was a little small, but we made do. The closet and bathroom were nice and large. This is a boutique hotel, and as such, it does not offer some of the amenities that larger hotels typically provide, such as a pool or spa. That being said, the staff were charming and helpful, and the breakfast options were plentiful.

Authenticity & Character

They have a French writing theme, which is unique

Location

It is very close to a Metro stop and easily within walking distance of the Eiffel Tower and the Seine.

Staff

Always available and attentive.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Room was cleaned daily and no signs of any distress in the rest of the hotel.

Negrecoste Hotel and Spa

Aix en Provence

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Le Meridien Nice

Nice

Authenticity & Character

Location

If I could give this more than 5 stars, I would.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Seine Cruise with Commentary

Paris

This was the kids favorite part of our time in France.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Family Bicycle Tour of Paris

Paris

Our family left the Le Peloton Cafe in Le Marais for a private tour. Cedric was our guide, and he provided us with very informative insights. We covered a fair territory on the bike for a total of 5-6 miles.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Tour in the Alpilles, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, and Les Baux de Provence with Wine Tastings

France

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Greg, from A la Francaise, was an amazing guide.

Sweet Side Food Tour of Paris

Paris

Montmartre & Sacré-Coeur walking tour

Paris

Louvre Late Opening Private tour

Paris

Eiffel Tower Summit Ticket

Paris

Villages and Markets of the Luberon

France

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Greg was a fantastic guide from A la francaise.

Monaco, Eze and La Turbie Tour Private Tour

France

Kristy - organized a great itinerary based on our specific preferences. She was responsive if something went wrong during the trip.
Luis - very knowledgeable about the Amazon and very friendly
Fisher - took care of dietary needs for one of our travellers and made sure to ask about this first at any restaurant for us. Great guide and fun company on hikes. Knowledgeable about the history of Peru
Jose - very enthusiastic about Puño and made our day enjoyable. He accompanied us to the airport and made sure all was okay with our check in the day we departed.
Drivers - very friendly and we felt safe with all drivers

Hotel Reviews

Posada Amazonas Lodge

Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios

Great service. Need to be made aware of the fact that your room is completely open to the outside in addition to the bathroom. There was an animal that came into our room in the middle of the night which was scary. If you are into this, the go for it. It was still a good experience and we met lots of nice travellers there.

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Abittare Hotels

Cusco

Nice hotel and great location. However there is no central heating system and there is only a radiator in the room so it was quite chilly.

Activity Reviews

Posada Amazonas Excursions

Puerto Maldonado

We did not see the birds doing the clay licks which was disappointing. We tried twice but were told that another location might have been more promising/guarunteed.

Lake Titicaca Tour: Uros Floating Islands & Taquile Island

Puno

Táquile island was not worth the two hour boat ride there and back. It was very similar to things we had already seen and there was no significantly different activity there. Would rather have gone in the city or done a different activity.

PeruRail Titicaca Train: A Scenic Journey from Cusco to Puno

Peru

Amazing experience! Did not feel like ten hours, lots of good entertainment and food. Service was great and the views were stunning

Had a wonderful
Kimkim planned a well thought out trip
Thank you team

Sarah and Ivan were wonderful throughout. From helping us tweak the itinerary to make the trip just what we wanted to answering questions while we were in Croatia, the interactions were great!

Activity Reviews

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Split

Stunningly beautiful! We were there for 3 hours and could easily have spent another three just wandering through the pathways enjoying the natural beauty!

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Hvar Wine Tasting Excursion

Hvar

Much more than just a wine tour! You get a great tour of the area surrounding Hvar Town including several stops at scenic overlooks to take pictures. And of course the wine tasting was wonderful! Our guide also gave us great tips and even helped us secure a last minute reservation at a restaurant for that evening.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Marija was amazing!

Transport

Day Trip to Montenegro

Dubrovnik

Wonderful day trip to a beautiful location. Our driver was amazing and kept us entertained with stories and facts all day. He let us customize our trip mid-day so we could visit exactly the areas we wanted to see.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Day Trip to the Caves & Beaches of Vis Island by boat

Hvar

We loved doing this trip as a small group. It allowed everyone to participate in all activities/experiences but still get to know your fellow travelers. Blue cave was stunning, and visiting the various coves and inlets was great fun!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Professional, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and the pride of Norwegians!

I was very impressed with KimKim Travel! From the pick up at the airport to the hotels to the guides to all the places we visited! The process of planning the trip was so easy. The agent listened to what I wanted to do and stayed within my budget. It was so nice to not have to worry about transfers to/from airport. Our guides were very knowledgeable and enjoyable to be with. I highly recommend KimKim and I will definitely use them again!

Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Hotel Cusco

Cusco

The Sonesta was great! The staff was very friendly and helpful! The location was perfect! Within easy walking distance to restaurants, shops, and the main square. The breakfast buffet was great with a variety of dishes including local dishes! I highly recommend the Sonesta!

Authenticity & Character

Location

It is close to restaurants, shops and the main square.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

The room was very clean, comfortable and had everything we needed.

Inti Punku MachuPicchu Hotel & Suites

Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes

The location of the Inti Punku was perfect. A very short walk from the train station.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

While the room was clean, it was a little small but since we were only there for one quick night.

Activity Reviews

Private tour to Sacsayhuaman & The Sacred Valley: Andean animals

Cusco

Our tour guide was very informative and friendly.

Quality of Experience

Food

We didn't eat any meals on the tour.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Private tour to Chinchero, Moray, Maras & Ollantaytambo & Train to Aguas Calientes

Peru

Wow! We thoroughly enjoyed seeing the sites! The train to Aguas Calientes was great!

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very friendly, informative and helpful!

Transport

Explore Machu Picchu & Return to Cusco (Private Guided tour in Machu Picchu)

Peru

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide was great! She was very informative and friendly!

Transport

Best aspects of using Kimkim: the ease of planning and booking with Marisa, the operators we used, such as the drivers and tour guides - all fabulous, on time and totally professional. We thought all the hotels were great choices in prime locations. Loved all the included enormous breakfast buffets at the hotels as well.

Highlights of our activities were: Porto sunset cruise with tastings- loved the hosts, the boat, and scenery; farm dinner cooking experience with dinner; cave boat tour at Ponte de Piedad. We loved the e-bike tour but it was a little scary going through the center of Cascais with pedestrians, traffic, wind/sand and biking on the elevated boardwalk- would not recommend for those not comfortable on bikes. Was expecting something more relaxing.

Marisa was thoughtful with the itinerary and allowed us to see a lot of the country with some fun activities along the way. For example, we loved having drivers take us through the Duoro Valley and our wine tasting and lunch at the winery. The tours were well timed for when we arrived in a city to give us the lay of the land. We could have perhaps planned a little less full days or more ‘days off’ here and there.

Overall we loved our experience and are grateful to Kimkim for lining it all up. We would definitely book another trip with them.

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Cascais Miragem

Cascais

We loved this hotel and wish we had had more time here. The location was prime, with views of the ocean, we enjoyed great drinks at the bar, and the breakfast buffet and outdoor seating area were fantastic. The lobby is beautiful with a glass elevator, allowing you to see the amazing views on your ride up to your room.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Right on the coast

Staff

Bellhops and front desk personnel were friendly and very helpful.

Cleanliness & Comfort

The bathroom was gorgeous with views of the ocean, very clean and spacious. The bedroom was generously sized with a huge bed. Best of all was the huge balcony. Again, wish we had had more time here.

PortoBay Marquês

Lisbon

Authenticity & Character

We loved our apartment, suite-style rooms with a separate living area.

Location

Centrally located, easy for cars to drive to, and walking distance to most parts of Lisbon.

Staff

Very warm and welcoming

Cleanliness & Comfort

All good!

Cascade Wellness Resort

Lagos

Ideal and tranquil location away from the fray, along the coast, with walking trails all along the cliffs, proximity to beaches, town, and unbelievable views. Staff was helpful and friendly and the breakfast buffet was unbelievable. Loved the spaciousness of our apartment, it was perfect for traveling with our two young adult daughters. We enjoyed the pool as well but wish we’d had more time for everything.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Great beds, nice kitchen and great to have laundry in unit.

Pousada Convento de Evora

Évora

Authenticity & Character

Very authentic and beautiful. Loved being in an actual convent. Breakfast area was lovely.

Location

Central with a beautiful Roman temple just outside.

Staff

All were great.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Room feels a bit dated but the beds were comfortable. A shower rather than just a tub would be nice.

Activity Reviews

Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service

Portugal

Delicious lunch: very elegant and upscale. The wine flowed- maybe too much! - and we were grateful to have a driver for the way home. The valley is so beautiful and we were really glad to have spent the day seeing it.

Quality of Experience

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Scenic Group Boat Voyage along the Douro River

Portugal

This boat cruise was okay. They arrived late, and therefore our trip left late and yet we ended ‘on time.’ The scenery was nice but nothing spectacular and my opinion is that seeing the valley from the road was better. We were served champagne and trail mix. I would probably skip this one.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Driver, Rafael, was a great driver and very courteous.

Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner

Portugal

Fado was pretty good, not sure I’d do it again if the meal were a part of it. I’d prefer to only see the music and skip the dinner.

Quality of Experience

Food

Transport

Great driver

Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings

Lisbon

Margarita was super knowledgable and friendly. We felt that we saw a good portion of Lisbon and loved the Alfama area and its character. Was great to have a private tour for just our family.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

On time, trustworthy, safe drivers, friendly and knowledgeable.

Transport

We loved our drivers: Rafael, Carlos, Ivo and Ricardo. Comfortable car too and held all our luggage.

Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service

Portugal

We loved seeing the Pena Palace, the Cabo da Roca and Cascais. Carlos was a fabulous driver and gave us a great tour and service. Also is a very interesting person with a lot of knowledge about Portugal.

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Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour

Porto

Loved our tour. Andres was awesome. It was an in-depth glimpse of the city with the perspective of how different ethnic groups were treated in Porto. We saw so much of the city and learned a lot of history. He also shared lots of food recommendations with us.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Two-Hour Private River Cruise in the Picturesque city of Porto

Porto

Ivo began our evening with a short driving tour of Foz Do Duoro. The sunset boat cruise was stunning, with the boat to ourselves and a generous port tasting on the top deck. We loved our hostess, Karina, she could not have been sweeter. Both she and Ivo spoke fantastic English and were very personable.

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Exclusive Panoramic Boat Tour to the Ponta da Piedade Caves

Portugal

The boat tour was incredible. We couldn’t believe how well the driver could get in and out of the caves and other tight areas. The scenery was amazing. The only downside is that we were told the wrong start time by Kimkim and so we lost out on ½ hour of the tour.

Step Back in Time with a Private Guided Tour of Évora and the Bones Chapel!

Portugal

Joao was a fantastic guide who spoke great English. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing the Cathedral of Evora, the aqueduct, city, and the Chapel of the Bones. Definitely worth seeing!! So glad we spent a couple nights in Evora.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Joao was informative and personable.

To Eat Suggestion: Luca´s Rooftop Restaurant

Portugal

Views, food and service. Top notch!! One of my best dinners of the trip.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Embark on a Flavorful Cooking Class with a Meal at the Farm

Portugal

This was one of the highlights of the trip. The grounds were lovely and we received a tour before the class started. Chef Ines was a great instructor, communicator and chef. We loved the interactive nature of the activity, and learning how to make a couple local dishes. Best of all was enjoying dinner in the picture perfect setting with phenomenal views.

Quality of Experience

Chef Ines and the setting

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Cascais-Sintra Exclusive E-Bike Adventure

Portugal

This ended up being a fun tour but I would not recommend it for inexperienced bikers. Juliano arrived late and led us off on a tour of the city, going through red lights, roundabouts, narrow ramps, and cobblestone city streets, weaving around pedestrians. We headed along the shore, with some very strong wind and then up a sketchy boardwalk. He should have been checking in with us. I was not very comfortable and we were relieved no one got hurt.

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We loved our entire trip to Greece from Athens to Delphi to Meteora to Corinth to Naxos to Santorini to Chiana. However, our stay on Crete was the best. Yannis, our guide/sous chef, for our cooking experience was funny, informative, and helpful. The food we cooked was tasty and filling. We ran into Yannis the next day and it was like running into an old friend. We also had a great time with George - our guide for our River Trekking experience. He knew all the great places to stop along the way, went at our pace and offered various options for splitting up due to various thrill seeking levels. Hiking in the river was fun even in the cold water. The views from our final wine tasting/olive oil tasting experience were incredible. Sitting in the mountains and marveling at their beauty and majesty was the perfect way to end a relaxing trip.

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Old Town Food Walk

Naxos

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Private Traditional Cretan Cooking Experience

Chania

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Kourtaliotiko Gorge Hidden Waterfall & River Trek

Chania

The river trekking hike was another highlight of our trip. It was quite challenging but incredibly rewarding. We swam upstream to see stunning waterfalls and then hiked down the river towards the ocean, all while hiking directly in the river. It was a fun and unique adventure, even though the water was a bit chilly. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but a must-try experience!

Jane and her team did an amazing job setting up and organizing our trip. She listened to all our requirements, and we were able to everything on our wish list. She was even able to arrange a special tour to the White Cliffs of Dover with GoTours, even though they normally don’t do that tour on Sundays. All the tour guides were exceptional, especially Daniel in Glastonbury, David for Stonehenge & Crop Circles, and Christian for the White Cliffs of Dover. Thanks for a fabulous trip!!! Will definitely use Kim Kim again.

We couldn’t have asked for a better trip than the one Bruno planned for us. Croatia was my dream trip for 10 years and I had a rough idea of the big things I wanted to do but no idea where to start. With so much to see and 11 days available Bruno gave us the best possible guide through it. We were able to see parts of Istria, travel inland and go to two different national parks, as well as visit Dubrovnik and Split AND do a cave tour and we never felt rushed. Bruno took my many questions and feedback and must haves and made me feel so supported and lessened my anxiety over traveling. I will never stop recommended Croatia to anyone I meet and I highly recommend using Bruno and Kimkim!!

Hotel Review

Villa Filaus

INCREDIBLE stay right in Dubrovnik with easy access to the coast, to the promenade, and the bus stop that takes you to old town! The room was so clean, had every amenity we could hope for, and the best breakfast we’ve had during any travel. The host was also super nice, gave us great recommendations, and was so communicative!

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Activity Review

Inland of Istria - towns on hills and truffle country

Croatia

Motovun is a MUST. SEE. Such a cute town and the best food we had the whole trip! I had a delicious truffle pasta and my husband got a truffle soup and I dream about it every day. The drive there is also really pretty!

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