Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Faraway Adventure, Disparate and Conflicting Requirements? Not a Problem!!!
Australia | May 14 - Jun 3, 2024

Neil
Neil J.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jun 05, 2024
When you go on a trip to a faraway place it is great to be able to have someone working close to the locale to put together various tours, tickets, lodging, transportation options and a well thought out agenda that meets your needs. Even more important, especially when there are so many different vendors and moving pieces, is that when something goes wrong - and inevitably something *will* go wrong - there is someone who is quick, responsive, kind, caring and capable to manage things and... Read more

When you go on a trip to a faraway place it is great to be able to have someone working close to the locale to put together various tours, tickets, lodging, transportation options and a well thought out agenda that meets your needs. Even more important, especially when there are so many different vendors and moving pieces, is that when something goes wrong - and inevitably something *will* go wrong - there is someone who is quick, responsive, kind, caring and capable to manage things and smooth out those bumps. This was very much the case working with Vicky on our Australia trip. We were traveling with a diverse group of 4 people: myself, my wife, our 28yo son who is on the autistic spectrum and my 85yo mother who is 85yo! We were travelling to Oz for our niece's wedding and wanted to work up a tour of major attractions on the East Coast around that given that once you're there, you had best stick around and check out the wonders of the place. Vicky worked with us to build up a trip plan with sufficient activity for our son, sufficient rest days for my mother and sufficient highlights for us all to remember. She connected us with private and small group tours all with excellent guides and she set up comfortable accommodations throughout. She was also mindful of our budgetary limitations and worked with us once we arrived to tweak, adjust and troubleshoot as necessary. The bumps were few but when they happened, they were quickly resolved, and the entire trip has provided a lifetime of memories for us all. I found kimkim/vio through an internet search and Vicky through random assignment, but I do feel like I won the lottery on the whole experience.

Local specialist: Vicky Steinhardt
Vicky
Vicky Steinhardt
Local specialist in Noosa, Australia | Replied on Jun 05, 2024

Hi Neil,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed review. I'm thrilled to hear that your trip to Australia was a memorable experience for you and your family.
It was a pleasure working with you to create an itinerary that everyone enjoyed. I am delighted that the tours, accommodations, and overall trip plan met your expectations and that you found the guides to be of high quality.
Thank you for entrusting me with such a special occasion, and I’m honored to have been a part of creating lasting memories for your family.
Warmest regards,
Vicky

Fantastic vacation in Australia
Australia | May 23 - Jun 3, 2024

Deepak
Deepak S.
India | Reviewed on Jun 05, 2024
We had a fantastic summer vacation to Aus - covering Sydney, Cairns and Melbourne. Paula from Kim Kim was exceptional in helping our family chart out an iterenery and gave us suggestions and inputs to mix it up for the whole family as it was our first trip to Australia and we did not want to miss anything big in these cities. Our hotels, local guides for all our daily trips were super nice and well experienced about the places and local details to make each day memorable for us. I... Read more

We had a fantastic summer vacation to Aus - covering Sydney, Cairns and Melbourne.

Paula from Kim Kim was exceptional in helping our family chart out an iterenery and gave us suggestions and inputs to mix it up for the whole family as it was our first trip to Australia and we did not want to miss anything big in these cities.

Our hotels, local guides for all our daily trips were super nice and well experienced about the places and local details to make each day memorable for us. I would highly recomend Paula and Kim Kim for anyone to plan your next holiday and i am sure we will go back to them whenever we can.

Deepak

Hotel Reviews
Vibe Hotel Sydney
Sydney

Centrally located in Sydney

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Close to the Sydney Harbour and centrally located in the CBD area.
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Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments
Cairns, QLD

Centrally located, Clean, friendly staff. However a bit outdated in terms of modern amenities - like good Wifi / Power outlets in the room. No elevator in the property to move heavy luggage.

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Batman's Hill On Collins
Melbourne, VIC

Centrally located in CBD area of Melbourne. Cross to the tram lines. Very close to the South Cross Railway station as well.

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Activity Reviews
Sydney Opera House Tour
Sydney Opera House Tour
Sydney

Must do if your in Sydney first time.

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Harbor Experience Cruise
Harbor Experience Cruise
Sydney

A quick way to experience the Sydney Opera house, Downtown Buildings, Harbour Bridge for some awesome photos

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Climb the Harbor Bridge
Climb the Harbor Bridge
Sydney

Must do activity in Sydney if your on your first trip and have a few hours. The views of the city were amazing. The briefing and start of activity takes some time but later you realise that for the safety of everyone it was needed. You can pick the day time or night time climb depending on weather and how you want to see the views.

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Full Day Blue Mountains Deluxe Day
Full Day Blue Mountains Deluxe Day
Sydney

This was a laid back trip to view the Blue Mountain and the amazing views with some small walks / hikes that you can do. Not a packed agenda .

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Food
The Lunch at Boiler House was a very good meal.
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Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Day Trip
Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Day Trip
Australia

Super day trip to either Snorkel or go Diving to experience the GBR. Worth the day for the amazing views.

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The staff on the boat were extremely good, equipment was top notch.
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Daintree Rainforest Full Day Adventure by 4WD
Daintree Rainforest Full Day Adventure by 4WD
Australia

A good day trip to experience the Tropical forrests of Cairns. Walks, views and some sighting of the birds and crocs in the area was a nice touch. The trip was a easy day trip for those to like nature.

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Full-Day Great Ocean Road Trip
Full-Day Great Ocean Road Trip
Melbourne

Amazing drive on the Ocean Road. Quant small towns to stop for views and food made up for a good day spent outdoors.

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Our Guide Fred from Oceana Tours was outstanding and made the long drive so much fun by sharing his own experiences and wit.
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Private Dandenong Ranges & Steam Train Trip
Private Dandenong Ranges & Steam Train Trip
Melbourne

Was a fun trip for kids. The Puffing train ride had good views and worth it.

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Local specialist: Paula Adams
Paula
Paula Adams
Local specialist in California and Australia | Replied on Jun 05, 2024

G'day Deepak & Ayshwarya,

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. I'm so happy to hear that you and your family had a wonderful experience with us, and I look forward to planning your next vacation. Keep in touch!

Kind Regards,
Paula

Eucador
Ecuador | May 18 - May 30, 2024

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Madhu K.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 05, 2024
We had a great time in Eucador (Quito, Amazon rainforest, Galapagos Islands) and the experience with KimKim was amazing. We had a guide all the time helping us with activities, travel and communication. I would highly recommend KimKim.
The only thing we did not like was the overnight bus journey to Cuyabeno which was very stressful.. We were expecting the bus to be little more comfortable (like a luxury sleeper bus). We did not have any sleep all through the night and the quality of the...
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We had a great time in Eucador (Quito, Amazon rainforest, Galapagos Islands) and the experience with KimKim was amazing. We had a guide all the time helping us with activities, travel and communication. I would highly recommend KimKim.
The only thing we did not like was the overnight bus journey to Cuyabeno which was very stressful.. We were expecting the bus to be little more comfortable (like a luxury sleeper bus). We did not have any sleep all through the night and the quality of the seats were bad.

Hotel Reviews
Jamu Lodge
Quito

We had an amazing time at Jamu lodge. Our guide Adrian was very good and punctual. All the meals served were very healthy. Our Suite was beautiful and comfortable. Truly, a memorable stay at Jamu lodge. The only thing I would have loved to have was having a fan in the Suite as it is very humid in the jungle.

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Hotel Las Plazas
Quito

Hotel experience was decent. Breakfast was good. Lucia served fresh fruit juice everyday explaining the benefits of the fruit which was very nice experience. Hotel is in the middle of Old Town. Short walk to Basilica and other interesting spots around. Very authentic and Spanish inspired location. Only negative is the Hotel does not have an elevator,, so it is little hard to carry big luggage up the stairs.

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Room is a bit small and hotel does not have an elevator.
Hotel Fiesta
Puerto Ayora

This is a nice hotel with a decent breakfast. Near to many restaurants, and the Pier where you can see wildlife.

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Local specialist: Alvaro Pereira
Alvaro
Alvaro Pereira
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jun 05, 2024
Dear Madhu, Thank you so much for your valuable words on your incredible trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. We are really happy to know you enjoy the activities and accommodation we prepared especially for you and your family. I really appreciate your feedback that contributes to improving our services and can guarantee memorable moments for our travelers. Once again thank you so much for choosing KimKim for your trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, and we hope you can return... Read more

Dear Madhu,

Thank you so much for your valuable words on your incredible trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. We are really happy to know you enjoy the activities and accommodation we prepared especially for you and your family. I really appreciate your feedback that contributes to improving our services and can guarantee memorable moments for our travelers.

Once again thank you so much for choosing KimKim for your trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, and we hope you can return in the future since there are still incredible sites to visit.

Best wishes from the Middle of the World,
Alvaro

OMG!! What an amazing experience this was!!!...
Morocco | May 6 - May 15, 2024

Prajakta
Prajakta R.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 05, 2024
OMG!! What an amazing experience this was!!!
The trip was actually planned by me as a surprise for my husband. he was not told of the destination he was going to and I wanted to wow him with the overall experience. Sharron and her team went above and beyond to ensure That experience was truly remarkable.
to top that up we were guided by our amazing guide…. ‎Sallam from Morocco immersions Was very caring as well as very knowledgable.
Morocco has a country in itself was very surprisingly... Read more

OMG!! What an amazing experience this was!!!
The trip was actually planned by me as a surprise for my husband. he was not told of the destination he was going to and I wanted to wow him with the overall experience. Sharron and her team went above and beyond to ensure That experience was truly remarkable.
to top that up we were guided by our amazing guide…. ‎Sallam from Morocco immersions Was very caring as well as very knowledgable.

Morocco has a country in itself was very surprisingly diverse. Rich history, diverse landscapes, amazing and organic food, intriguing lifestyle, warm people….. Coupled with a well curated itinerary, and flawless execution by Kim Kim and their team.
I would highly recommend Morocco as a destination. I was so pleasantly surprised.

I would also recommend Kim Kim as the insured that the trip was catered to our liking.

Local specialist: Sharon Louthian
Sharon
Sharon Louthian
Local specialist in US and Morocco | Replied on Jun 17, 2024

Hi Praj,

Thanks for the awesome review! We are so happy that you had such an amazing experience (especially since it was several years in the making)!

We look forward to welcoming you back to Morocco in the future to experience more of Morocco's natural wonders, warmth, and hospitality! In the meantime, keep in touch!!

Thanks,
Sharon, Sallam, and the rest of the Morocco Immersion family

Wonderful trip arranged by KimKim to Central and North Vietnam.
Vietnam | May 3 - May 10, 2024

Jennifer
Jennifer S.
Florence-Graham, CA | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
We had a wonderful trip to Central and North Vietnam. Originally we planned on two days in Ho Chi Minh City but due to a traveling companion’s illness we missed the first two days of our trip. Kim Kim was very helpful in rearranging our itinerary so that we could fly into DaNang and start the trip from that point. Kim Kim even got us a few refunds on some of our missed activities. Our two days in Hoi An were delightful. Our guide David Hau was fantastic. He went over and beyond in... Read more

We had a wonderful trip to Central and North Vietnam. Originally we planned on two days in Ho Chi Minh City but due to a traveling companion’s illness we missed the first two days of our trip. Kim Kim was very helpful in rearranging our itinerary so that we could fly into DaNang and start the trip from that point. Kim Kim even got us a few refunds on some of our missed activities.

Our two days in Hoi An were delightful. Our guide David Hau was fantastic. He went over and beyond in arranging for pick up of an item left on the plane. Can’t thank him enough.

Halong Bay was also a must see.

Local specialist: Dat Nguyen
Dat
Dat Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi | Replied on Jun 07, 2024
Dear Jennifer, I believe you had been back home safe and sound! Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful trip to Central and North Vietnam despite the initial hiccup. We're glad that Kim Kim could assist in rearranging your itinerary and securing refunds for some of the missed activities. It's fantastic to know that your time in Hoi An was delightful and that David Hau provided exceptional service, especially in retrieving your item from the... Read more

Dear Jennifer,

I believe you had been back home safe and sound!

Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful trip to Central and North Vietnam despite the initial hiccup. We're glad that Kim Kim could assist in rearranging your itinerary and securing refunds for some of the missed activities. It's fantastic to know that your time in Hoi An was delightful and that David Hau provided exceptional service, especially in retrieving your item from the plane. Halong Bay truly is a must-see, and we're happy you enjoyed it.

We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!

Wish you all the best,
Dat

Italy and Greece Honeymoon
Italy | May 14 - May 25, 2024

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Nagevid L.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
We worked with Thanos to plan our honeymoon to Greece and Italy. We had the best experience! He considered all our wants and needs in having a relaxed, but adventurous honeymoon. All the hotels were perfect and travel went smoothly. All drivers and pickups were on time. Our excursions were amazing. His itinerary was very clear and organized. I could not imagine having to do this without him after planning a wedding. Would absolutely recommend kimkim! Read more

We worked with Thanos to plan our honeymoon to Greece and Italy. We had the best experience! He considered all our wants and needs in having a relaxed, but adventurous honeymoon. All the hotels were perfect and travel went smoothly. All drivers and pickups were on time. Our excursions were amazing. His itinerary was very clear and organized. I could not imagine having to do this without him after planning a wedding. Would absolutely recommend kimkim!

Activity Reviews
Tour To Capri From Sorrento
Tour To Capri From Sorrento
Italy

Matteo was great! It was just me and my husband for our trip and we were greeted at the dock and told which boat would be ours. We headed over to capri and Matteo pointed out all the things to see along the coast. The water was extra bumpy that day so he adjusted our trip to make it more enjoyable! He gave us the option of what we wanted to do, but we decided to take his advice as he is the expert and were very glad we did! we had plenty of time in capri and were able to see some of the grottos!

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Naxos Day Cruise
Naxos Day Cruise
Naxos

We loved this boating experience! There were about five groups of people and it was super comfortable! The staff was extremely friendly and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the day! They served us homemade lunch and had plenty of drink options from soda to wine and beer. They went above and beyond when they found out if was my birthday and made a little cake. The water was amazing and they provided snorkeling gear for everyone if you wanted!

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 Amalfi Coast: Amalfi, Positano & Ravello from Sorrento
Amalfi Coast: Amalfi, Positano & Ravello from Sorrento
Italy

This was a great way to see the whole Amalfi coast. We loved staying in Sorrento, but wanted to see the other towns and this was a great way to do so. Our guide was so informative and talked to us the whole drive pointing out different landmarks! She took us on two tours that were included with the trip and made lunch recommendations for us.

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Santorini Wine Roads
Santorini Wine Roads
Santorini

Our guide Hercules was super knowledgable! I felt like we got a great over view of the three wineries and really got to experience all the different options of wine. Our guide made us all feel comfortable and got all the different groups interacting with each other which was a nice touch!

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Acropolis & Flavors Combo Tour
Acropolis & Flavors Combo Tour
Athens

Apollo was our guide and wow can't recommend this enough! We were stuffed by the end of this! We felt like we tried every food there was to try and it was all amazing. He was super informative and made us comfortable throughout the whole day! He had so many tricks for navigating the Acropolis to deal with the crowds and heat which we really appreciated

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Local specialist: Thanos Nikopoulos

Magical Morocco for 8 days - 4 Stars
Morocco | May 26 - Jun 2, 2024

Chandani
Chandani R.
Pearl River, NY | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
We traveled to Morocco for 8 days. The trip was mostly memorable, cultural, and we did spent a lot of time in the private car with our driver, Karim, who was very knowledgeable and well respected wherever we went. I recommend KimKim overall for the planning. We had two your guides - one in Fes, and one in Marrakesh. I think I would have liked to see more of the Modern Morrocco instead of the older medinas, but overall, it was great. Read more

We traveled to Morocco for 8 days. The trip was mostly memorable, cultural, and we did spent a lot of time in the private car with our driver, Karim, who was very knowledgeable and well respected wherever we went. I recommend KimKim overall for the planning. We had two your guides - one in Fes, and one in Marrakesh. I think I would have liked to see more of the Modern Morrocco instead of the older medinas, but overall, it was great.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Dar Mounir
Chefchaouen

Good sized room, but difficult to navigate with luggage.

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The bathroom was dark and dim and not draining well.
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

This was a special experience. The overall location was good in the sahara desert in the Sand Dunes. Getting there was hard a long 7.5 hour drive for one night. The tent itself was equipped with running water, toilet, two beds, and a fan and lights and outlets to charge your appliances. I did also have wifi.

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It was a bit dusty and the vegetarian options for dinner were lackluster.
Riad Salam Fes
Fes

Gorgeous Riad.

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Riad Ksar Ighnda
Ait Benhaddou

The Hotel Room was subpar (there was dust, bugs, and flies everywhere) and not enough space for two luggage bags to be opened on the floor, but the outdoor experience of the hotel was beautiful.

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I dont reccomend this hotel.
Elegancia Riad Boutique & SPA
Marrakech

This was a beautiful riad with a pool, amenities, and overall great character and ambience. The hotel room was small but semi luxe.

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Activity Reviews
Quick Tour of Casablanca with your Driver-guide
Quick Tour of Casablanca with your Driver-guide
Morocco
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Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque
Architectural Elegance: A Journey through the Hassan II Mosque
Morocco
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Chefchaoeun to Fez via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Chefchaoeun to Fez via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Morocco

I didn't care to see the ruins, it was a very far drive, but I understand why we saw it.

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Guided Tour of Fez Medina
Guided Tour of Fez Medina
Fes
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Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride via Midelt & Erfoud
Fes to Merzouga Sunset Camel Ride via Midelt & Erfoud
Morocco

This was such a long journey and we were tired. Our driver karim made sure to make several stops along the way and we felt well rested once we arrived.

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Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Marrakesh

It was 100 degrees outside, so we tried to avoid the heat, stayed hydrated, and made the most of our location and ventured to modern marrakesh and old marrakesh,

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From Merzouga Desert to Aït Benhaddou
From Merzouga Desert to Aït Benhaddou
Morocco
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Marrakesh Evening Food Tour
Marrakesh Evening Food Tour
Marrakesh

Overall our tour guide was very nice, well natured, and eager to show us her culture. We were exposed to many foods, and overall, I would have expected a different kind of tour, but I would not recommend it again. Perhaps a cooking class would have been more fun.

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Ait Benhaddou to Marrakech via Tizi N'Tichka pass
Ait Benhaddou to Marrakech via Tizi N'Tichka pass
Morocco
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Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Jun 08, 2024

Hi Chandani,

Thank you for your review!

We're thrilled to hear that your trip to Morocco was memorable and culturally enriching. It's great to know that Karim, our driver, enhanced your experience with his knowledge and respect. We appreciate your feedback about wanting to see more of modern Morocco and will keep this in mind for future planning. We're glad you enjoyed your time with us and look forward to helping you plan your next adventure!

Regards,
Abdel

Our Iceland visit in 2024
Iceland | May 27 - May 31, 2024

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Ashok K.
Durham, NC | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
We visited Iceland as a family for 4 nights and 5 days. Hanna helped create the trip for us and she put to gather a fantastic itinerary in the limited time that we were in Iceland. She was diligent in following up and reached out while we were on the trip. She kept us informed about the volcanic eruption in Grindavik that closed the Blue Lagoon. The detailed Google map directions day-by-day were extremely useful and made driving stress-free. The accommodation in Reykjavik was outstanding and... Read more

We visited Iceland as a family for 4 nights and 5 days. Hanna helped create the trip for us and she put to gather a fantastic itinerary in the limited time that we were in Iceland. She was diligent in following up and reached out while we were on the trip. She kept us informed about the volcanic eruption in Grindavik that closed the Blue Lagoon. The detailed Google map directions day-by-day were extremely useful and made driving stress-free. The accommodation in Reykjavik was outstanding and in a great location. The accommodation in Kirkjubæjarklaustur was comfortable but in a rather remote location. Overall a great experience, thanks to Hanna and kimkim!

Activity Review
Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon
Iceland
Local specialist: Hanna Kravchenko
Hanna
Hanna Kravchenko
Local specialist in Ukraine / Iceland | Replied on Jun 08, 2024

Thank you, Ashok! Wishing you wonderful future travels and hope you will come back to Iceland one day to explore more!
Hanna

Expectations far exceeded!
Australia | May 20 - Jun 1, 2024

Katie
Katie D.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
I'm not usually the “book through a tour” type but this was my first time traveling to the other side of the world and I didn’t want to leave things to my planning chances. It was a gamble and I am so glad I took it! From the initial planning phases everything was a breeze. Vicky mapped everything out according to our budget and preferences and tweaked everything we wanted to fully customize the trip to our desire. She was fully available during the trip providing updates on your changes and... Read more

I'm not usually the “book through a tour” type but this was my first time traveling to the other side of the world and I didn’t want to leave things to my planning chances. It was a gamble and I am so glad I took it! From the initial planning phases everything was a breeze. Vicky mapped everything out according to our budget and preferences and tweaked everything we wanted to fully customize the trip to our desire. She was fully available during the trip providing updates on your changes and even making changes we requested during the trip.

Our tours were all exceptional and we experienced so much more by utilizing this service than I could’ve dreamed of planning myself! Each tour guide was unique and offered so much information and knowledge on the different days. We were the lone hikers in Sydney which was a nice break and allowed us to take in the scenes quietly. Queenstown was breathtaking and the LOTR tour was actually a way more fun experience than expected (and was a good mix of film stuff and non film stuff for those of us who aren’t die hards). Who knew I’d like NZ wines so much too? Cairns was a different vibe and completely different climate but it was nice to be tropical! And I’m so glad I worked with Vicky on the ordering of that piece of the tour for that reason!

I only wish I could’ve stayed another week to see even more. Wouldn’t change a thing. Thank you Vicky & the Kimkim team.

Hotel Review
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns

The Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort was fine but not my favorite. The hotel felt a bit rundown, possibly because we had just come from a really nice place in New Zealand. However, the bed was comfortable, the staff was great, and the breakfast was wonderful. The comparison with our previous hotel might have affected my impression, but overall, it was an okay stay.

Activity Reviews
Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour from Cairns
Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour from Cairns
Cairns

The reef excursion was incredible! We first took a boat ride for about an hour and a half to our snorkeling site. We had two hours to explore the first reef, followed by lunch, and then another two hours at a different location. The snorkeling was fantastic; we saw a variety of fish and coral, including clownfish, which reminded me of Finding Nemo. The instructors were helpful and pointed out interesting marine life. It was a memorable and breathtaking experience.

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Lord of Rings Full-Day Tour around Queenstown Lakes by 4WD
Lord of Rings Full-Day Tour around Queenstown Lakes by 4WD
Queenstown (NZ)

The Lord of the Rings tour was a highlight, even though we aren't huge fans of the movies. The morning was just my husband and me with the driver, focusing more on sightseeing than just the film locations. It was great to see the beautiful scenery. In the afternoon, we joined others for some exciting off-roading, driving through rivers and off the beaten path. It was a fascinating experience and enjoyable even for those who aren't die-hard fans of the series.

Local specialist: Vicky Steinhardt
Vicky
Vicky Steinhardt
Local specialist in Noosa, Australia | Replied on Jun 04, 2024

Hi Katie,
Thank you so much for your review. I am happy you guys had such a great, and that you felt that I was able to add value to your trip. It was a pleasure assisting you in creating and planning your perfect experience
Thanks again, All the Best
Vicky

What an amazing trip. Could never have done...
Thailand | May 27 - Jun 3, 2024

craig
craig P.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
What an amazing trip. Could never have done this without KimKim. Started planning on own and would have been awful. Our guide in Bangkok was so amazing, my kids and I had a once in a lifetime time: Buddhas, china town, train market, water market, Monkeys, elephants, private Muay Thai class, phi phi islands, watched a Thai boxing match and so much more!! Read more

What an amazing trip. Could never have done this without KimKim. Started planning on own and would have been awful.

Our guide in Bangkok was so amazing, my kids and I had a once in a lifetime time: Buddhas, china town, train market, water market, Monkeys, elephants, private Muay Thai class, phi phi islands, watched a Thai boxing match and so much more!!

Hotel Reviews
The Sukosol Hotel, Bangkok

Great rooms and breakfast

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Thavorn Palm Beach Resort

A beautiful property but maybe a bit dated. Rooms had a mild musty smell but there is so much humidity there, it’s possible the whole hotel is like that

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Musty smell in rooms
Local specialist: Lacey Ngo
Lacey
Lacey Ngo
Local specialist in Hanoi | Replied on Jun 06, 2024

Dear Craig,
Thank you very much for your glowing feedback. This is really helpful for us to improve our service and products for the future guests. Also, your satisfaction is a great motivation for me and all of my team. It is our pleasure to accompany you this time, and I hope to have a chance to meet you in Hanoi next trips.
From Exotic Voyages team with thanks!

Going to Iceland- use Duncan
Iceland | May 25 - Jun 2, 2024

Jean
Jean E.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
Duncan was phenomenal from beginning to end. He listened to what I wanted, what our budget was and answered all my questions promptly. He was super supportive when I voiced concerns about the active volcanoes. Our itinerary was laid out beautifully and made our trip extremely seamless and enjoyable. Read more

Duncan was phenomenal from beginning to end. He listened to what I wanted, what our budget was and answered all my questions promptly. He was super supportive when I voiced concerns about the active volcanoes. Our itinerary was laid out beautifully and made our trip extremely seamless and enjoyable.

Hotel Reviews
Stracta Apartments Orustustaðir
Kirkjubæjarklaustur

This hotel is pretty basic. Comfortable but small for family of 5. The kitchenette is very small- no oven, just 2 burner stove and very minimal pots and pans for cooking.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The road leading to this hotel is long, unpaved and seriously rough.
Staff
Staff came right away when called about missing linen.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean, just not very spacious.
Miðhraun Lava Resort
Stykkishólmur

This resort is beautiful. Our cabin was awesome-spacious and comfortable. Nice appliances, hosts were very hospitable and friendly. The geothermal bath and cold plunge were a definite bonus and the breakfast delicious.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kerbyggd luxury houses
Selfoss

This was plush!! Super convenient location and easy access to many sites. The cabin was actually stunning- coming with laundry, grill and hot tub. We loved this place!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Answered the phone and was helpful when we had any questions.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Super clean-appears almost brand new
Sudurgata - Authentic Reykjavik Style Apartment
Reykjavik

This house was amazing! We loved staying here. It is a true, older, authentic Reykjavik home. Very spacious, great appliances, nice large kitchen table. The beds are comfortable and nice decor throughout.

Authenticity & Character
Location
GREAT location. We were able to walk all over the city.
Staff
Never had any dealings with staff- self check-in.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Duncan Campbell
Duncan
Duncan Campbell
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Jul 22, 2024

Thanks so much for your glowing review, Jean, I'm so glad you had a good trip. Noted on your accommodation comments, too, it's very helpful. I wish you further great travels in the future.

Regards
Duncan

Our fabulous trip to Portugal!
Portugal | May 22 - Jun 2, 2024

Martina
Martina L.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
Our trip to Portugal was wonderful! We are very grateful to our local specialist, Pedro, who selected fabulous hotels, arranged great tours and guides, and provided very helpful tips throughout our planning process and while in country. His service was truly exceptional. He was very patient with us answering all of our questions and making special arrangements for the different members of our group. We highly recommend him to anyone thinking of planning a similar trip. Ours took us from... Read more

Our trip to Portugal was wonderful! We are very grateful to our local specialist, Pedro, who selected fabulous hotels, arranged great tours and guides, and provided very helpful tips throughout our planning process and while in country. His service was truly exceptional. He was very patient with us answering all of our questions and making special arrangements for the different members of our group. We highly recommend him to anyone thinking of planning a similar trip. Ours took us from Lisbon to Porto and the Douro Valley, to Evora, to Lagos in the Algarve and finally back to Lisbon. Along the way, we visited Sintra, Nazare (where our guide directed us to a fabulous small restaurant where they served fish that had just been caught that morning), and Coimbra. Some of the highlights were a river cruise in Douro followed by a fabulous lunch and visit to the Quinta da Pacheca winery and a boat trip that took us into the grottoes in Lagos. A big thank you to Pedro and everyone at Kim Kim. We all agreed that we will return to Kim Kim to help us plan our next travel adventure!

Hotel Reviews
Maison Albar - Le Monumental Palace
Porto

This hotel was gorgeous! It also was very centrally located with a small but adequate gym and a beautiful indoor pool. The breakfast buffet was great and the bar in the hotel was great. We would recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Porto.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very centrally located
Staff
The nicest staff of all of the hotels where we stayed!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Lisboa

This hotel was centrally located and very nice with pleasant staff. The rooms and beds were very comfortable. We were very happy that we actually returned to the same hotel for our final night.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very central and on a beautiful street
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Convento do Espinheiro, Historic Hotel & Spa
Evora

One of the most unique and beautiful hotels we've ever had the good fortune to visit. We wish we could have stayed a second night!

Authenticity & Character
The hotel was so authentic you could see that it had once been a convent, right down to the beautiful chapel in the main building. So unique!
Location
It was a few miles from the village of Evora but it was a cheap and easy Uber ride away.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cascade Wellness Resort
Lagos

We loved this hotel! It was the perfect way to end our wonderful vacation. The pool was lovely and the walk to the beach was only about 15 minutes once we figured out how to get there. The breakfast buffet was outstanding complete with an omelette bar and special section for gluten-free foods. The rooms were very nice and the beds very comfortable.

Authenticity & Character
It seemed to be a very popular destination for "baby mooners."
Location
Would have been great if they beach had been a bit closer but the views were fabulous!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jun 04, 2024

Dear Martina,
Thank you so much for sharing your delightful experience with us!
It was a pleasure assisting you with the planning and ensuring everything went smoothly throughout your journey. I am glad you enjoyed the hotels, tours, and guides, as well as the experiences.
Your detailed feedback is greatly appreciated, and it was my pleasure to answer all your questions and make special arrangements for your group.
Your kind words truly mean the world to me.
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Norway experience
Norway | May 19 - May 31, 2024

Josee
Josee L.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
Bonjour! Overall the Norway experience was soooo great!
mini ajustments would be recommended for a friend who would ask but we had a marvelous time.
(left a note to Tricia, but it seems we are not in contact anymore. There was a night on May 19, that was book by mistake. You tought we would arrive on the 19 but it was on the 20.....
also, a guide for Oslo on the 20th, was booked, and for the same reasons, we were not there....still travelling... Can you do something about that??)
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Bonjour! Overall the Norway experience was soooo great!
mini ajustments would be recommended for a friend who would ask but we had a marvelous time.

(left a note to Tricia, but it seems we are not in contact anymore. There was a night on May 19, that was book by mistake. You tought we would arrive on the 19 but it was on the 20.....
also, a guide for Oslo on the 20th, was booked, and for the same reasons, we were not there....still travelling... Can you do something about that??)

Hotel Reviews
Trollstigen Resort
Åndalsnes

WOULD HAVE SPENT 2 NIGHTS!!!! BEAUTIFUL!!!!

Bøyum Camping
Fjærland

Not as in the pictures :) we should juste have been noticed that the food would be so hard to find in this beautiful area! haha!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Just more infos! (food for example)
Comfort Hotel Karl Johan
Oslo
Local specialist: Tricia Cantlon
Tricia
Tricia Cantlon
Local specialist in Oslo | Replied on Jun 06, 2024
Hi Josee, The weather and the fjords seemed to really work with you while you were here - it was really amazing you got to visit so many of my favorite fjord locations with clear skies and beautiful views. I was very happy to see your photos and gorgeous adventures along the way and speak to you often while you were in the country. It seemed like you were having the time of your lives ! :) Unfortunately regarding the arrival day: On our end, we can only use the information dealt to us as... Read more

Hi Josee,

The weather and the fjords seemed to really work with you while you were here - it was really amazing you got to visit so many of my favorite fjord locations with clear skies and beautiful views. I was very happy to see your photos and gorgeous adventures along the way and speak to you often while you were in the country. It seemed like you were having the time of your lives ! :)

Unfortunately regarding the arrival day: On our end, we can only use the information dealt to us as specialists, and in this case I was only given information that you had an overnight flight with arrival on May 19, so the trip began from May 19 in the itinerary.
Since the itinerary stated that from the beginning of our planning process - and the guided tour on the 20th also was stated on the plan from the start, I unfortunately couldn't have anticipated your later arrival on on my end. When we went over the plan day-by-day on the phone, we chatted about details according to each day, activity and accommodation so I really did my absolute best to make sure you were prepared to travel comfortably and easily. When you arrived a day later, my colleague on duty did his best to be sure that you were still aligned with plans and you were good to go with the adjustments!

We are still in contact in the portal, so you can still feel free to message me there, if you'd like to speak further! I messaged you last to let you know that my local manager and/or the Kimkim staff can assist with the issue if you were unsure why a refund wasn't doable on our end for this particular case. We try our best to refund if there are mishaps or cancellations, but in this case the local guide was waiting for your arrival and he would lose money for that day if we refunded his payment.

Sorry to see that this is what stuck with you on the review, but I really appreciate you coming to Norway and I really enjoyed planning your trip. You seem like such nice and energetic people. I'm glad you seemed to enjoy yourselves otherwise!! I hope you still use Kimkim in the future, and travel on :)

All the best!
Tricia

Be adventurous and open minded to walking out and seeing a lot of the towns/cities on your own, it makes for a great experice, DON'T stay put in your room, GO OUT AND SEE THE WORLD!
Ecuador | May 5 - May 12, 2024

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Jaime A.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
The airport pickups, rides to hotel, personal tour guides, and drive across the beautiful countryside was MAGNIFICENT to say the least. The team did an excellent job, easy to reach at any time during the day/night, and our guide Christian was PHENOMENAL, super kind, bilingual, and most of all knowledgeable When it comes to Ecuador and its history, places to visit, location and sights to see, he was on point and super helpful with advice. He even went out of his way to take us on personal walk... Read more

The airport pickups, rides to hotel, personal tour guides, and drive across the beautiful countryside was MAGNIFICENT to say the least. The team did an excellent job, easy to reach at any time during the day/night, and our guide Christian was PHENOMENAL, super kind, bilingual, and most of all knowledgeable When it comes to Ecuador and its history, places to visit, location and sights to see, he was on point and super helpful with advice. He even went out of his way to take us on personal walk throughs at some locations so we really got to experience the vibe and feel of the town and its people. This was truly impressive and heartwarming, we are happy that he is part of the team and highly recommend his services for any tour! Overall the experience was breathtaking. We got to see a side of Ecuador, its people, its food, its glory like never before. The overall drive is long but we made the best of it. The vehicle used was a perfect size for us and our bags. The highlights are too many to name, but our favorite stops on this tour include Quito MITAD DEL MUNDO, Banos with HIKING, ZIPLINING, and the FALLS, and Cuenca OVERALL as a city is amazing with so much to see. If we could do it over again we would focus on specific towns and make the most out of it (like BANOS and CUENCA truly deserve at least 2 days/nights on their own). Thank you team KimKim for your hospitality and hard work. We highly and proudly recommend KimKim for an unforgettable adventure in Ecuador. Thanks team KimKim!

Hotel Reviews
Cuello de Luna Mountain Lodge
El Chasqui - Pastocalle

Even though we had the entire hotel to ourselves, this is TRULY a hidden gem in the countryside. Beautiful location, rooms, service. Wish we could have spent more time here to enjoy the scenery and the farm!

Authenticity & Character
Old school vibe and amazing interior decorating!
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Exe Galería Man-Ging
Guayaquil

Great LOCATION in the city of Guayaquil, walking distance to anything you may need, Taxis and Ubers are easy to get any time of the day or night, and security and parking are great too!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kitu Hotel
Quito

Cute start to our trip, location is perfect walking distance to PLAZA FOCH and plenty of restaurants. Taxis and Ubers are easy to get any time of day/night, and late night food options within walking distance as well! ONLY complaint is we had the room on the top floor and no elevator, but they are working on getting one soon (we were told). Staff was great too. Breakfast next door also very good!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Colonial Quito City Tour  & the Middle of the World
Colonial Quito City Tour & the Middle of the World
Quito

QUITO is a city that deserves more recognition, one can easily spend a week here and still not see enough. MITAD DEL MUNDO is a must for anyone coming here. I have gone twice now and will still go back again and again because it is a great experience.

Quality of Experience
Food
CENTRO HISTORICO is all you need to know, restaurants are plentiful!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
CHRISTIAN is an excellent guide
Transport
Baños to Guamote, through the Mighty Chimborazo
Baños to Guamote, through the Mighty Chimborazo
Guamote

Not sure if BANOS has its own tour, but this place is absolutely PHENOMENAL and offers SO MUCH to see and enjoy. If you are an adventurer type and love EXTREME SPORTS, this is the place for you. I would recommend 3 or more days to stay and enjoy all the fun stuff there, the choices are insane from ziplining to bungee jumping, ATVs and Pools, hiking, you think of it they have it! I am looking forward to going back and focusing here for a few days to get my fill.

Quality of Experience
Food
THE CHOICES ARE ENDLESS, take your pick!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Tamer Obeid.
Tamer
Tamer Obeid.
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jun 05, 2024
Dear Jaime,
Thank you so much for your much-appreciated and detailed feedback, it fills our hearts with joy to know we were able to offer you and Jen such a marvelous experience! Ecuador is a gorgeous country, and it deserves your beautiful words indeed :) We will surely convey your positive comments to our guide, Christian, this will only encourage him to shine even more with his performance. I really appreciate it.
You have friends among the Kimkim team now, and as I promised you, any...
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Dear Jaime,
Thank you so much for your much-appreciated and detailed feedback, it fills our hearts with joy to know we were able to offer you and Jen such a marvelous experience! Ecuador is a gorgeous country, and it deserves your beautiful words indeed :) We will surely convey your positive comments to our guide, Christian, this will only encourage him to shine even more with his performance. I really appreciate it.
You have friends among the Kimkim team now, and as I promised you, any adventure you'd like to plan in the future to Ecuador again, Peru, Colombia, or Chile, we're a message away :)
Thanks again, Jaime, and we remain in touch.
Best regards from Quito,
Tamer

Great trip to Portugal!
Portugal | May 22 - Jun 2, 2024

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Elizabeth M.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024

Great trip to Portugal! This was our first experience with KimKim and Pedro was amazing! He helped us with the planning and helpful along the way with daily communication to be sure everything went smoothly. Thank you Pedro!

Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jun 04, 2024

Hey Libby,
Thank you for sharing your experience! I am thrilled to hear that your trip to Portugal was wonderful and that I had such a positive impact on your journey.
At Across Portugal, our goal is that you have seamless and memorable experiences,
Thank you oncase again :)
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

The trip was perfect ! Exceeded our expectati...
Iceland | May 22 - May 27, 2024

michele
michele m.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024

The trip was perfect ! Exceeded our expectations Perfect mix of driving time and activities. Mapped out perfectly on google maps. Gummi took care of all the details !

Local specialist: Guðmundur Pálmason
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Guðmundur Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Jun 07, 2024

Thank you Michele. I am so happy to hear that the trip was a great success.
We can't wait to see you in Iceland again :)

Martina was awesome and planned the trip well...
Peru | May 23 - Jun 2, 2024

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Deepti S.
Austin, TX | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
Martina was awesome and planned the trip well however the execution of the trip lacked the quality we expected from Kim Kim. Language was a big issue in Peru. We had an hard time understanding the English speaking guides. Many drivers who came to pick us up didn’t speak a word of English which was also very challenging. The guide in Lima lacked energy and was not engaging. She took us to a restaurant that lacked hygiene and we ended up not eating. We took a bus from Lima to Nasca but guide... Read more

Martina was awesome and planned the trip well however the execution of the trip lacked the quality we expected from Kim Kim.

Language was a big issue in Peru. We had an hard time understanding the English speaking guides. Many drivers who came to pick us up didn’t speak a word of English which was also very challenging. The guide in Lima lacked energy and was not engaging. She took us to a restaurant that lacked hygiene and we ended up not eating. We took a bus from Lima to Nasca but guide told us journey was 4 hours rather than 7 and we got off on wrong stop. Thank god someone spoke English and asked us to get back on bus. I specifically requested a meal in Nasca but when we checked into the hotel the front desk had no clue about our meal and to top it all they didn’t speak English. So 11 pm in the night after 7 hours of bus we were out on street looking for food in a town where we didn’t understand the language.
Cusco excursions were amazing and our guide Will was stellar. Hotel in Cusco smelled like someone had defecated in the room but hotel staff was unable to identify the issue (entered room multiple times). Amazon trip was the most memorable for us but on our way back Lima airport was shutdown - nothing that tour guide can control however every time we called them they didn’t answer rather preferred to communicate via WhatsApp messages. That was strange... I wish they would pick up our calls given we were stuck in Cusco and language was a huge barrier for us. I do want to point out that texting via WhatsApp was prompt.

All in all I feel for the money we paid, guides could be better and definitely hotel should have been top notch - they weren’t. The airport issue took all the pleasure out of the vacation and the fact that tour guide was not willing to talk rather chat only added to frustration.

Hotel Review
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
Puerto Maldonado

Awesome place!!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Martina Capel
Martina
Martina Capel
Local specialist in France | Replied on Jun 06, 2024
Dear Deepti, Thank you very much for your valuable comments. I would like to give a few explanations. Not everybody in Peru speaks English and usually our drivers don't. I am sorry if this was not clear. This is why we always work with professional English-speaking guides in the different destinations. All the hotels that I selected for your stay were good 3-star hotels and we work with them regularly. I will pass on your comments to the hotel in Cusco. Unfortunately you haven't informed... Read more

Dear Deepti,

Thank you very much for your valuable comments. I would like to give a few explanations.

Not everybody in Peru speaks English and usually our drivers don't. I am sorry if this was not clear. This is why we always work with professional English-speaking guides in the different destinations.

All the hotels that I selected for your stay were good 3-star hotels and we work with them regularly. I will pass on your comments to the hotel in Cusco. Unfortunately you haven't informed us about the bad smell, we would have asked the hotel to change your room right away.

In regards to communication on the last day in regards to the electricity problem at Lima airport, our team was very busy taking care of all our clients that could not leave or could not arrive in Lima. We did our utmost to reply to your messages right away, to find another airline for you and reschedule your flight (even if this flight also was delayed and didn't work out).

I am confident that once settled in again, you will mainly remember the good moments and the great family time that you had all together.

Warm regards,
Martina

Quality of service and accommodations.
Greece | May 21 - May 31, 2024

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Brenda W.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
Every aspect of working with kimkim was superb!
Our accommodations were wonderful and all of our activities were so much fun. The hospitality and services provided by everyone involved with our trip was fantastic!
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Every aspect of working with kimkim was superb!
Our accommodations were wonderful and all of our activities were so much fun. The hospitality and services provided by everyone involved with our trip was fantastic!

Hotel Reviews
Villa Marandi Luxury Suites Naxos
Naxos

Lovely, spacious accommodations and amazing hospitality and service from the entire staff. We highly recommend!

Authenticity & Character
The lovely rooms and staff.
Location
Rent a car if you want to be closer to town but it was perfect for us!
Staff
We missed them when we got to our next destination! They were such a joy.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Miland Suites Milos
Milos

Lovely rooms. Beautiful setting and view. It’s a wonderful bed and breakfast property. I’d give it 5 stars if it was full service!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Short drive to town. Lovely views.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lilium Santorini Hotel
Santorini
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Elia Ermou Athens Hotel
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Free Day in Naxos
Free Day in Naxos
Naxos

The best part was the warm welcome from the Marandi Villas staff. They served us welcome cocktails of our choice and were absolutely the loveliest people.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Naxos Town Private Cultural Food Tour
Naxos Town Private Cultural Food Tour
Naxos

Our tour guide was with the Ministry of Tourism. Highly recommend using only guides with this level of achievement.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full-day Private Catamaran Cruise around Naxos Island
Full-day Private Catamaran Cruise around Naxos Island
Naxos

Captain Anna and Harris were wonderful guides. They shared their knowledge and history of the islands, were very attentive to serving us and sharing their hospitality in a lovely and unhurried manner.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Milos Kayaking Tour
Private Milos Kayaking Tour
Milos
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Santorini Cultural Highlights Guided Tour with Wine Tasting
Private Santorini Cultural Highlights Guided Tour with Wine Tasting
Santorini
Quality of Experience
The wine tasting with Esmeralda gets 5 stars. She was delightful and shares her passion for the winery and winemaking. The overall tour of Santorini with guide gets 1 star.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Please use official tour guides with the Ministry of Tourism.
Transport
A tour guide who presents himself/herself professionally and is prepared.
Santorini Caldera Private Sunset Cruise with BBQ on board and Open Bar
Santorini Caldera Private Sunset Cruise with BBQ on board and Open Bar
Santorini

Theos and Thanos were amazing guides and hosts. They were professional, attentive, hospitable and fun!

Quality of Experience
The service, the sails going up, the views… utter joy.
Food
Every bit of it! It was plentiful and delicious!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The Acropolis & Athens Old City Private Guided Tour
The Acropolis & Athens Old City Private Guided Tour
Athens

Our guide Effie was amazing. Truly delightful, passionate and knowledgeable. She was generous with her time and we felt we could have talked with her forever.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tony was delightful!
Private Tailored Gastronomic Experience of Milos
Private Tailored Gastronomic Experience of Milos
Milos

From seeing the mine, Sarakiniko beach, the Cave Winery tasting and Tour, dessert in Plakka to a late and lavish lunch with chef Vasilis Papikinos our day was full in every way!

Quality of Experience
Food
We enjoyed the attention of the chef and how he explained each dish. He lavished is with so many unique dishes! We had a dessert stop first in Plakka and I’d recommend doing that last!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Free Day in Milos
Free Day in Milos
Milos

We rented a car/van. We had a free day in Naxos on this day to explore villages. We enjoyed Chalki.

Local specialist: Dimitrios Moutafidis
Dimitrios
Dimitrios Moutafidis
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Jun 05, 2024

Hi Brenda,

Thank you for your lovely feedback! I'm thrilled to hear that you had such a superb experience with kimkim and us in Greece and that you enjoyed your accommodations and activities. It's wonderful to know that the hospitality and services met your expectations!

It was a pleasure to help plan your trip, and I hope to assist you with future adventures!

Warm regards,
Dimitrios

It’s a pleasure for us to review our three we...
Vietnam | May 8 - May 27, 2024

Glenn
Glenn W.
Australia | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
It’s a pleasure for us to review our three week holiday to Vietnam through Kim Kim as we had an amazing trip and would honestly recommend this service to anyone. We flew into Saigon for a two days did a magnificent food tour with two young guides (sorry I’ve forgotten their names) on the back of motorbikes (lots of fun) and saw the Chi Chi tunnels and War museum which although confronting was also incredible to see and a must do if visiting Vietnam IMO. Loan (Ron) was our guide who then took... Read more

It’s a pleasure for us to review our three week holiday to Vietnam through Kim Kim as we had an amazing trip and would honestly recommend this service to anyone. We flew into Saigon for a two days did a magnificent food tour with two young guides (sorry I’ve forgotten their names) on the back of motorbikes (lots of fun) and saw the Chi Chi tunnels and War museum which although confronting was also incredible to see and a must do if visiting Vietnam IMO. Loan (Ron) was our guide who then took us to The Mekong River. He was an amazing host and taught us a lot. We then went to Hoi An our favourite place on our holiday (beautiful) then Hue, Ninh Binh, Hanoi and Ha Long Bay.
We loved everything about this beautiful country and can’t speak highly enough of our tour organiser Huyen who was patient, generous and incredibly professional with her dealings with us. Thankyou very very much Huyen and Kim Kim. Much appreciated!
We hope to visit again soon.
What an amazing place.
No negatives at all just positives.

Local specialist: Huyen Nghiem
Huyen
Huyen Nghiem
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam | Replied on Jun 05, 2024

Dear Glenn & Lee,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us!
I'm delighted to hear your first trip to Vietnam was smooth and memorable. Your detailed and kind words about our service mean a lot. I'll share your review with the team to let them know how well they did, and I'm sure they will greatly appreciate it.
We would love to welcome you and your three kids back in the future, and I'll be here, more than happy to assist you. It was a true pleasure working with you.

Warmest regards,
Huyen Nghiem (Ms)

Great trip to Portugal!
Portugal | May 24 - May 28, 2024

Judy
Judy M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2024
João was so easy to work with. He did a great job putting together an itinerary that truly meet our needs! Read more

João was so easy to work with. He did a great job putting together an itinerary that truly meet our needs!

Hotel Review
Casa dos Ofícios Hotel
Tomar

Lovely boutique hotel, with friendly staff, lovely accommodations, great location and best bed I think I ever slept on!!

Local specialist: João Daniel
João
João Daniel
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jun 04, 2024

Thanks Judy :)
You made it easy for me.

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