Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Do not hesitate! Nepal is the most amazing experience you will gift your family.
Nepal | Apr 4 - Apr 29, 2026

Laura
Laura M.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
Our family of 6 (including two sets of twins ages 9, 9, 12 and 12) spent the month of April 2026 in Nepal trekking from Ringmo/Taksindu to Everest Base Camp and return to Lukla. It was our first time at elevation, however we are no strangers to challenging backpacking trips and adventure travel. This was our second international trip with Kim-Kim and I highly recommend their services to connect you with the best guides in a region and to reduce the stress of coordination and language... Read more

Our family of 6 (including two sets of twins ages 9, 9, 12 and 12) spent the month of April 2026 in Nepal trekking from Ringmo/Taksindu to Everest Base Camp and return to Lukla. It was our first time at elevation, however we are no strangers to challenging backpacking trips and adventure travel. This was our second international trip with Kim-Kim and I highly recommend their services to connect you with the best guides in a region and to reduce the stress of coordination and language barriers. In particular, this trip to Nepal was so phenomenal that this review cannot convey the level of connection and respect that we gained for our trekking team, their families, and the villages that we travelled through. You can find a break down of our journey at miller-6 dot com through the eyes of our kids.

What truly set this experience apart was the incredible dedication of our organizer, Ngima. We came to Nepal with a specific desire to give back to two community schools and two monasteries. My children purchased and delivered smart boards, uniform supplies, delivered postcards from our hometown and distributed 400 hand sewn school supply bags during the first 5 days of our trip. Ngima put immense effort into organizing the logistics and seamlessly weaving the school visits into our itinerary. It was a profound, beautifully managed experience that our family will treasure forever, and it wouldn't have happened without Ngima’s passion and hard work.

Our lead trail guide, Nuru Jangbu Sherpa, was a true master of his craft. Knowing his impressive guiding achievements and the massive expeditions he has led, we were humbled to trek with him. Yet, he had a remarkable way of making our family’s journey feel just as monumental and impressive as any world-class summit. His son, Pemba Sherpa, who runs the family tea house in Paiya with his wife, joined us for the trek as a second guide and added a youthful maturity to the trip. He was always eager to play soccer or build a tower out of playing cards with our children and was an excellent role model for them to look up to.

The team’s attentiveness to our health and safety was world-class. They monitored our well-being constantly, ensuring everyone felt strong and secure at every altitude. Each day we would fill out a table of metrics for each family member, including blood oxygen monitoring. When health fluctuations and altitude sickness required us to pivot our plan, the team adjusted our itinerary flawlessly on the fly, never making us feel like a burden or that we had fell short of an achievement. They replaced the original plan with something that was equally (if not more) incredible.

The kindness, warmth, and constant smiles of Nuru, Pemba, and our incredible team of porters completely stole our hearts. Their strength is unmatched, but it is their gentle kindness that we will remember most. As a family that has travelled all over the world, including sailing across the Pacific Ocean on our catamaran for 2 years, this is the trip that our kids want to repeat over and over again.

Final Thoughts
If you are planning a trip to Nepal and want an experience that combines flawless logistics, unparalleled safety, deep cultural connection, and a team that feels like family, look no further. Ngima, Nuru, Pemba, and the entire crew gave us more than just a trek—they gave us a lifelong bond with the Himalayas and its beautiful people. Five stars doesn't feel like enough but I hope that this review encourages you to take your own adventure to Nepal, specifically taking the time to explore communities that are on the fringes of high tourist areas. This is where the experience reached a elevated level of connection for our tribe of 6. Good luck!

Local specialist: Ngima Dorji Sherpa

Two beautiful weeks in Croatia wife and I...
Croatia | May 21 - Jun 3, 2026

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Gene G.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
Two beautiful weeks in Croatia My wife and I spent two amazing weeks in Croatia. Thank you Sarah and Ivan for the meticulous planning of the trip. Our hotels were just what we were looking for, and all of the trips - wine and olive oil tastings, city tours and the truffle hunt were informative and well presented. All of the drivers - Zoran, Ivan, Mato and Marija (I’m sure I’m forgetting a few others) were friendly, professional and very informative. We’ve learned so much about Croatian... Read more

Two beautiful weeks in Croatia

My wife and I spent two amazing weeks in Croatia. Thank you Sarah and Ivan for the meticulous planning of the trip. Our hotels were just what we were looking for, and all of the trips - wine and olive oil tastings, city tours and the truffle hunt were informative and well presented. All of the drivers - Zoran, Ivan, Mato and Marija (I’m sure I’m forgetting a few others) were friendly, professional and very informative. We’ve learned so much about Croatian history and culture that I can’t really pick any one place that I like more than another, although Plitvice lakes was probably the prettiest place we’ve ever visited. Our particular thanks to all the folks in Dubrovnik who made our five nights stay there unforgettable.

Hotel Reviews
Amadria Park Hotel Capital
Zagreb

Beautiful hotel in the middle of Zagreb

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The Melegran
Rovinj

Great location inside the city. The rooms are somewhat small

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Tesla's Gastro House
Prijeboj

Lovely B and B with wonderful hosts

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Five minutes drive from the park in a beautiful country setting
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Splendida Palace
Split

Wonderful location and service

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Steps from Diocletian’s Palace and the port
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The staff at this hotel was simply amazing
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Hotel Porto
Dubrovnik

Great location, very good breakfast and a large comfortable room

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It’s five minutes away from the old town by bus, and the bus stop is right next to the hotel. Perfect location for both the exploration of the old city and having a driver pick up for day trips
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Activity Reviews
Guided Walking Tour of Split
Guided Walking Tour of Split
Split
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Truffle Hunting + Exploring Motovun
Truffle Hunting + Exploring Motovun
Croatia

One of the highlights of our trip. Great truffle hunting, and a wonderful lunch to follow.

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Day trip to Hvar for a private wine tasting excursion (to and from Hvar by ferry)
Day trip to Hvar for a private wine tasting excursion (to and from Hvar by ferry)
Split
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Privately Guided Tour of Rovinj
Privately Guided Tour of Rovinj
Croatia
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Olive Oil Tasting + visit Porec
Olive Oil Tasting + visit Porec
Rovinj

This was a great olive oil tasing. Bembo is a wonderful small olive oil producer, and both owners were friendly and generous with their knowledge of details of every aspect of the olive oil production.

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Visit Kastela for olive oil tasting + seeing the beautiful old olive tree
Visit Kastela for olive oil tasting + seeing the beautiful old olive tree
Split
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Oyster Tasting & Farming Experience in Ston Bay + Wine Tasting (Peljesac Peninsula) - Day trip from Dubrovnik
Oyster Tasting & Farming Experience in Ston Bay + Wine Tasting (Peljesac Peninsula) - Day trip from Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Great selection of wineries and a nice tour of the oyster harbor

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Private Day Trip to Cavtat & Sokol Grad
Private Day Trip to Cavtat & Sokol Grad
Dubrovnik
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Game of Thrones Tour
Game of Thrones Tour
Dubrovnik

Ivona was very knowledgeable and passionate about the city and the filming process for Game of Thrones

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Private Boating Excursion to the Elaphiti Islands
Private Boating Excursion to the Elaphiti Islands
Dubrovnik

Great day on the boat with Simon

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The three islands we visited were all beautiful, each in their own way.
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Local specialist: Sarah Cosic

4-days in Norway
Norway | Jun 7 - Jun 11, 2026

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William A.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
We booked 4 days in Norway, split between Bergen and Balestrand. We had a lovely time in both places, and we appreciated the travel recommendations made by our Kim Kim agent. Our two favorites were the Dragvik Fjordhotel and the cider tour at Ciderhueset, both in Balestrand. Our room at the Fjordhotel had big picture windows looking right out on the fjord, a truly spectacular view! The Hotel is family run and you can see the pride of ownership, and the staff was personable and attentive. The... Read more

We booked 4 days in Norway, split between Bergen and Balestrand. We had a lovely time in both places, and we appreciated the travel recommendations made by our Kim Kim agent. Our two favorites were the Dragvik Fjordhotel and the cider tour at Ciderhueset, both in Balestrand. Our room at the Fjordhotel had big picture windows looking right out on the fjord, a truly spectacular view! The Hotel is family run and you can see the pride of ownership, and the staff was personable and attentive. The food was also excellent. We ended up eating dinner in the Hotel two nights and both meals were delicious. The tour at the Ciderhueset was run by the owner and he was very informative, and the lunch and cider tasting were lovely. We had a very positive experience on our trip, and we enjoyed the travel recommendations from our kimkim agent.

Hotel Review
Dragsvik Fjordhotell
Balestrand

Our room at the Fjordhotel had big picture windows looking right out on the fjord, a truly spectacular view! The Hotel is family run and you can see the pride of ownership, and the staff was personable and attentive. The food was also excellent. We ended up eating dinner in the Hotel two nights and both meals were delicious.

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Cider Tasting with Food Pairing
Cider Tasting with Food Pairing
Norway

The tour at the Ciderhueset was run by the owner and he was very informative, and the lunch and cider tasting were lovely.

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Local specialist: Taylor Hook
Taylor
Taylor Hook
Local specialist in kimkim HQ | Replied on Jun 17, 2026
Hi William! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! I’m absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful time exploring Bergen and Balestrand. These two destinations offer such different but equally memorable experiences, and it’s wonderful to know they made for a special getaway. It makes me especially happy to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Dragsvik Fjordhotel. Those panoramic fjord views are truly breathtaking, and there’s something so special... Read more

Hi William! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience!

I’m absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful time exploring Bergen and Balestrand. These two destinations offer such different but equally memorable experiences, and it’s wonderful to know they made for a special getaway.

It makes me especially happy to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Dragsvik Fjordhotel. Those panoramic fjord views are truly breathtaking, and there’s something so special about staying at a family-run property where the warmth, hospitality, and attention to detail shine through in every aspect of the experience. I'm thrilled that the hotel exceeded your expectations and that the meals there became such a memorable part of your stay as well.

I’m also so glad that the cider tour at Ciderhuset was a highlight of your trip. Meeting the owner, learning about the cider-making traditions of the region, and enjoying local flavors while surrounded by the beautiful fjord landscape is such a uniquely Norwegian experience. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed both the tasting and the lunch.

Thank you for your kind words about the travel recommendations and planning process. It was truly a pleasure helping you put this trip together, and hearing that these experiences became some of your favorite memories is incredibly rewarding. 😊🇳🇴

Well done!
Italy | Jun 2 - Jun 7, 2026

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Christy G.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
Lorenza did a wonderful job of understanding the kind of trip we wanted to have and made it happen! She chose wonderful, knowledgeable guides (Ricardo, Laura, Davide) and had clearly briefed them on our priorities. :) When we hit a bump they stepped in and made sure that it was JUST a bump and didn't derail our tight schedule. THANK YOU!! Read more

Lorenza did a wonderful job of understanding the kind of trip we wanted to have and made it happen! She chose wonderful, knowledgeable guides (Ricardo, Laura, Davide) and had clearly briefed them on our priorities. :) When we hit a bump they stepped in and made sure that it was JUST a bump and didn't derail our tight schedule. THANK YOU!!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Pausania
Venice
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Palazzo Bezzi
Ravenna

Amazing location, well appointed. The staff was so helpful and kind. The only downside was a round bed, which for two very tall people was not very comfortable.

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Local specialist: Lorenza Cannarsa

An amazing trip thanks to kimkim and Christine
South Korea | May 29 - Jun 8, 2026

Rebecca
Rebecca B.
Abilene, TX, USA | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
We had an amazing trip thanks to kimkim and Christine, our local specialist. While I am a more seasoned traveler, my husband and our son are not. Having all of the transfers to and from hotels to the airport/train station was huge. We had two private tours, one in Seoul and one in Busan, and both experiences were excellent. Jun was our guide is Seoul and started off our trip on the right foot. He knew exactly how to navigate the sights to give us the best experience, and even got me a... Read more

We had an amazing trip thanks to kimkim and Christine, our local specialist. While I am a more seasoned traveler, my husband and our son are not. Having all of the transfers to and from hotels to the airport/train station was huge. We had two private tours, one in Seoul and one in Busan, and both experiences were excellent.

Jun was our guide is Seoul and started off our trip on the right foot. He knew exactly how to navigate the sights to give us the best experience, and even got me a discount on my purchase at Gwangjang Market.

Luke was our guide in Busan and was so informative and engaging, especially with our 12-year-old son. If we go back to Busan, I would love to go to more sights with Luke.

I would definitely recommend kimkim for anyone planning an international trip and Christine specifically for any trips to South Korea.

Hotel Reviews
Best Western Haeundae Hotel
Busan

This hotel is in a great location for beachgoers and we loved the express checkout option. It's located in the heart of Haeundae, so there was a lot of street noise late into the night, which may not be ideal for everyone.

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We could see Haeundae beach and the night market from our window.
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We only interacted with staff at check-in, but the employee we spoke to was courteous and professional
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Grand Hyatt Hotel Jeju

This hotel is beautiful and everything is immaculate.

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NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL MYEONDONG 2
Seoul

The experience at this hotel was wonderful. The staff were super kind and helpful. We moved about the country on our trip, and the hotel held our luggage while we were in other cities at no extra charge. The breakfast buffet was wonderful and everyone in the restaurant was also a delight.

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This hotel had nothing traditional about it, but felt like an authentic modern Korean experience
Location
Close enough to Myeongdong shopping streets to be convenient, far enough away to be quiet at night
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Everyone we interacted with was professional and courteous
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This hotel has multiple pillow options. We asked for the foam pillows and they were ergonomic and so comfy
Local specialist: Christine Liu

Paris and Epernay
France | Jun 8 - Jun 14, 2026

shirley
shirley p.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
The personalized detailed planning was excellent. Our hotels were just what we asked for as were the tours. We especially liked our unusual day in champagne with the Vintage Tour Company in “Marcel” with Coline. All our drivers were excellent. Read more

The personalized detailed planning was excellent. Our hotels were just what we asked for as were the tours. We especially liked our unusual day in champagne with the Vintage Tour Company in “Marcel” with Coline. All our drivers were excellent.

Hotel Reviews
La Poterne
EPERNAY

The welcome and personal service was like visiting old friends. Charlotte made the best cake and breakfast. Very welcoming and comfy B&B. Perfect location if you want to be in town within walking distance to shops transport and restaurants.

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Lovely house and rooms
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They make you feel like family
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Loved the big tub and separate shower. Big comfy bed.
Hotel Dame des Arts
Paris

Great service, friendly and helpful staff. The food is excellent. Modern and stylish hotel with ambience. Our room was small but very comfortable with a king sized bed and well organized.

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Great style and ambience
Location
Close to every thing sight seeing, restaurants, metro etc.
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All the staff were very helpful. Isi went the extra mile
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The bed was spacious and comfortable
Activity Review
Guided tour of Paris and secret Montmartre in a Citroën 2CV
Guided tour of Paris and secret Montmartre in a Citroën 2CV
Paris

JR listened to us and gave us a very personal eclectic tour as we had been to Paris a few times and wanted to see some different places.

Local specialist: Sebastian Prino
Sebastian
Sebastian Prino
Local specialist in Marseille | Replied on Jun 16, 2026
Hi Shirley, how are you? Thank you so much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that the itinerary, hotels, and tours matched your expectations. It is especially wonderful to know that your day in Champagne with Coline and the Vintage Tour Company was such a highlight. Exploring the vineyards aboard “Marcel” is indeed a unique way to experience the region. We will also be sure to share your compliments with all of our drivers, who take great pride in providing a smooth and... Read more

Hi Shirley, how are you?

Thank you so much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that the itinerary, hotels, and tours matched your expectations.

It is especially wonderful to know that your day in Champagne with Coline and the Vintage Tour Company was such a highlight. Exploring the vineyards aboard “Marcel” is indeed a unique way to experience the region.

We will also be sure to share your compliments with all of our drivers, who take great pride in providing a smooth and enjoyable travel experience.

Thank you for trusting in us. We hope to welcome you back to France for another adventure in the future.

Cheers,
Sebastian

The planning was very thorough and helpful. A...
France | Jun 4 - Jun 13, 2026

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Hina S.
Norwood, OH | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
The planning was very thorough and helpful. All the transportation was on time and easy to get a hold of. Read more

The planning was very thorough and helpful. All the transportation was on time and easy to get a hold of.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel La Bourdonnais - Tour Eiffel
Paris

Absolutely lovely hotel. The breakfast was amazing and the staff was super supportive and helpful.

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Disney Newport Bay Club

This hotel was very old and my room smelled terrible and had bugs all over it

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Local specialist: Liz Chreist

Wonderful Swiss trip
Switzerland | Jun 2 - Jun 12, 2026

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Ryan R.
Meridian, ID | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
Emilie planned a wonderful Switzerland trip for us that went very smoothly. She was very prompt in her responses when we had questions and was very attentive to our requests. She checked in on us during the trip as well to make sure things were going well. Kimkim made the planning process very easy and Emilie was a pleasure to work with. Read more

Emilie planned a wonderful Switzerland trip for us that went very smoothly. She was very prompt in her responses when we had questions and was very attentive to our requests. She checked in on us during the trip as well to make sure things were going well. Kimkim made the planning process very easy and Emilie was a pleasure to work with.

Hotel Reviews
Ruby Claire Hotel
Geneva

Interesting hotel as the hallways are really dark but the rooms are bright and cheery. It has a really cool rooftop bar/check in area. It's kind of hidden and I'm glad we finally figured out we had to walk into the walkway thru various stores to get to the right entrance point.

Authenticity & Character
Trendy, modern vide; it was very very quiet throughout the hotel
Location
Loved that it was 15 minutes walk from the train station and in the cool, older part of Geneva
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Friendly, helpful if I had questions
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Very clean and quiet
Mona Montreux Hotel
Montreux

Right on the lake with great views; nice rooms & very quiet for a large hotel

Authenticity & Character
While it is a large hotel, it was very quiet and was a great place to stay
Location
Right on the lake in the heart of the city; loved it was right on the lake walkway
Staff
Very friendly staff who were helpful; breakfast buffet manager was really friendly
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Clean, quiet
Hotel Capricorn
Zermatt

Really nice and quiet part of town away from the business of the main street and train station area. The spa area is awesome and such a fun amenity!

Authenticity & Character
Really well kept Swiss hotel with very friendly staff
Location
It was a 15 minute walk to the train station however it was nice to be away from the business of downtown
Staff
Pleasant and very helpful
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Very clean and just a wondeful place to stay
Hotel Central Wolter - Grindelwald
Grindelwald

Very close to the train station which makes this a nice choice. We had a room near the back which was great as it was more quiet.

Authenticity & Character
It was a classic large Swiss hotel with a nice restaurant.
Location
Nice to be close the train station and to all of the action of town
Staff
Friendly and helpful check in desk staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable.
Boutique Hotel KARL
Luzern

Loved that we were right on the river in the old part of Luzern. The room was very authentic and staff were all very friendly and helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Really neat building with lots of character.
Location
On the edge of the old town which was nice as it made it quieter & we loved having a balcony on the river.
Staff
All were very friendly and helpful with any questions.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Great room and the breakfast was wonderful!
Hotel Bristol
Zurich

The hotel is very close to the train station which is it's major plus.

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Very close to the train station
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Very clean---we were only there for one night and this was a good fit for us. There were 4 of us and the room would have felt a bit tight had we been staying longer.
Activity Reviews
Night Watchman Walk in Lucerne (private tour)
Night Watchman Walk in Lucerne (private tour)
Lucerne

This was really enjoyable and the guide was very knowledgeable

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
He loves to tell the history of the town and we really thought this was a coll experience
Swiss Travel Pass
Swiss Travel Pass
Switzerland

Very easy to use but definitely get the Swiss train app so that you know when trains are coming. Make sure you arrive before the train coming in gets there so you can get on the train right away as some trains get really busy.

Fondue Gondola (To book in advance & to pay on-site)
Fondue Gondola (To book in advance & to pay on-site)
Switzerland

While pricey, this was a really cool night out and very memorable. We all enjoyed our time!

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Friendly wait staff
The Chocolate Train (tickets)
The Chocolate Train (tickets)
Switzerland

This was a really cool experience; loved that we had transport to both the cheese and chocolate factory ... the train ride up was really scenic. We brought along our own picnic and had it at the park near the church in Gruyeres. Highly recommend doing that as it made the day very relaxing to be able to sit outside for lunch.

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Pleasant and friendly
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Gornergrat panoramic train (return day-ticket & Priority boarding)
Gornergrat panoramic train (return day-ticket & Priority boarding)
Switzerland

Really cool activity and the views are impressive. Going earlier in the day makes it less crowded up top.

Quality of Experience
Beautiful view and we really enjoyed getting off the train mid way down and hiking back to Zermatt (I would highly recommend doing that but makes sure you use a map app on your phone as it's easy to get lost with so many trails)
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Summer Kayak Tour Lake Brienz
Summer Kayak Tour Lake Brienz
Switzerland

Highly recommend! Awesome staff and a great way to get away from the vacation crowds! The lake is so peaceful!

Quality of Experience
Well run actvity
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was super pleasant and friendly
Transport
Easy to find as it's on a bus route
Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe (tickets and seat reservation)
Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe (tickets and seat reservation)
Switzerland

It was really busy up top, however it is really a cool thing to see and a must do!

Quality of Experience
Very fun activity but doing it as early as possible makes it less crowded!
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Transport
Local specialist: Emilie Dubreuil
Emilie
Emilie Dubreuil
Local specialist in Villefranche-sur-Saône | Replied on Jun 17, 2026

Thank you very much Ryan for your kind review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your time in Switzerland. It was a pleasure for me to help you organize this wonderful family trip.
If you plan to return to Europe, perhaps to France or Italy, we would be delighted to assist you again :)
Have a lovely day,
Emilie

Our First Southern Hemisphere Adventure
Australia | May 25 - Jun 7, 2026

Meredith
Meredith M.
Overland Park, KS | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
Kim Kim was so helpful in developing a plan for our first trip to Australia. Particularly in a place with so many internal flights and transfers within country, it was great to have a single point of contact with getting that organized. We loved the personal walking tours in both Sydney and Melbourne. The snorkeling experience with Ocean Free was lovely, as it was on a small sailboat versus a huge "touristy" ship, which allowed us to interact much more personally with the guides and... Read more

Kim Kim was so helpful in developing a plan for our first trip to Australia. Particularly in a place with so many internal flights and transfers within country, it was great to have a single point of contact with getting that organized. We loved the personal walking tours in both Sydney and Melbourne. The snorkeling experience with Ocean Free was lovely, as it was on a small sailboat versus a huge "touristy" ship, which allowed us to interact much more personally with the guides and animals. The zookeeper who led us around the Australian section of Taronga Zoo in Sydney was so informative and both our interactions with the koalas there and at Moonlight Sanctuary were top tier.

When a tour was canceled by the provider, Alejandra was quick to get us rebooked on another experience in the Daintree Rainforest. They were a great team for our first trip Down Under!

Hotel Reviews
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
Yorkeys Knob

The hotel itself was clean and the restaurant on sight was good. We didn't see anyone from the hotel during our stay. It is a quiet hotel, so that can be a good thing. I will say though if you are in the market for good amenities and service, this one might not be for you. It is a bit of a drive to Cairnes as well. Again, makes for a more quiet stay but if you are looking for more action, you might want to be closer to the city.

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Avani Melbourne Jazz Corner Residences
Melbourne

Beautiful view of the city from our upper level room. Close to trams and train station. Easy walk to the Market.

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Adina Apartment Hotel Chippendale
Chippendale

Super helpful staff and lovely hotel that allowed for a quick walk to the trains, but felt like being in a true neighborhood.

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Close to public transportation.
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Activity Reviews
Laneways & Arcades Discovery Walk
Laneways & Arcades Discovery Walk
Melbourne

This ended up being a personalized experience with just our family. Our guide did a great job of leaning in to our 14 year old's interest in art. Such a cool feature of Melbourne.

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Great Barrier Reef Tour & Green Island Day Trip
Great Barrier Reef Tour & Green Island Day Trip
Cairns

Ocean Free is a collection of folks who truly know and love the reef. We had a great day on a small sailboat. The staff was top notch. Great experience!

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The transport from the hotel to the boat did not show up on time, which made for a rushed morning.
Local specialist: Samantha Slais
Samantha
Samantha Slais
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Jun 17, 2026

Thank you so much for the kind and thorough review, Meredith! It was a pleasure to plan such a fun, Aussie adventure for you and your family, and I'm so glad you guys had a lovely time.
I appreciate your feedback on our hotels + suppliers in Australia— it helps us offer the best service possible!
We hope to see you back again at kimkim soon! 🌏

Amazing Iceland
Iceland | May 25 - Jun 2, 2026

Ashmita
Ashmita S.
Winder, GA | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
Our trip to Iceland was one of the best we have taken as a family. It all started with a message from Éric at Iceland Offbeat, who quickly put together a great and manageable itinerary for the Western peninsula and the southern coast, ending back in Reykjavik. We spent eight days exploring glaciers, waterfalls, volcanic craters, and also the amazing countryside and food that this place had to offer. Éric was so easy to chat with and made sure we were happy with our itinerary and... Read more

Our trip to Iceland was one of the best we have taken as a family. It all started with a message from Éric at Iceland Offbeat, who quickly put together a great and manageable itinerary for the Western peninsula and the southern coast, ending back in Reykjavik.

We spent eight days exploring glaciers, waterfalls, volcanic craters, and also the amazing countryside and food that this place had to offer.

Éric was so easy to chat with and made sure we were happy with our itinerary and excursions over the last few months. Definitely recommend using Kim Kim to anyone looking to relieve the stress of planning a memorable trip.

Activity Review
Solheimajokull Glacier Hike
Solheimajokull Glacier Hike
Iceland

This hike was memorable due to being able to walk on a glacier that may not be here in the next 20 years. The guide, Dennis, was very knowledgeable and made sure that we found the coolest spots while staying safe. Very easy hike and anyone who can walk for about an hour or so can do this.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Èric D
Èric
Èric D
Local specialist in France / Iceland | Replied on Jun 17, 2026

Ashmita, thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure helping your family plan this trip, and I'm thrilled to hear it became one of your best family adventures. I'm also glad the itinerary struck the right balance and allowed you to enjoy so many of Iceland's highlights. Thank you again for your trust and recommendation, and I will be here to help you plan yet another Iceland adventure in the future if you visit us again :-)

All of our tour guides were very knowledgeabl...
Greece | May 31 - Jun 14, 2026

Liz
Liz V.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
All of our tour guides were very knowledgeable, friendly and great at what they do. Read more

All of our tour guides were very knowledgeable, friendly and great at what they do.

Hotel Reviews
Aigialos Luxury Traditional Settlement
Santorini
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The George Hotel
Mykonos

Great hotel, friendly staff , awesome location

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Morus Acropolis Boutique Hotel
Athens

Staff are very friendly and accommodating.

Authenticity & Character
Nice room size with balconies
Location
Moderate walk to arrive at tourist sites, restaurants and bars
Staff
Very friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Guided Athens Food Tour
Private Guided Athens Food Tour
Athens
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mykonian Farm Wine & Local Products Tasting Visit
Mykonian Farm Wine & Local Products Tasting Visit
Mykonos
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Concierge-Class Small-group Sailing Cruise to Delos & Rhenia islands
Concierge-Class Small-group Sailing Cruise to Delos & Rhenia islands
Mykonos
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Day Trip to Delphi
Private Day Trip to Delphi
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The Acropolis Private Guided Tour
The Acropolis Private Guided Tour
Athens
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Effie Parasyrakis

Family Time in Portugal
Portugal | Jun 6 - Jun 15, 2026

Noreen
Noreen C.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
The Kim Kim Team which included Giorgia and Bea were extremely attentive to our requests and accommodated all of the changes to our itinerary during the planning phases. The travel App was an amazing resource that we have not used in the past and would recommend this for all future travels. Our transfers and drivers were excellent and gave us five star treatment from airport pickups to traveling to Porto. Our driver, Nuno, who drove us to Porto allowed for a quick stop to Fatima, which... Read more

The Kim Kim Team which included Giorgia and Bea were extremely attentive to our requests and accommodated all of the changes to our itinerary during the planning phases. The travel App was an amazing resource that we have not used in the past and would recommend this for all future travels.

Our transfers and drivers were excellent and gave us five star treatment from airport pickups to traveling to Porto. Our driver, Nuno, who drove us to Porto allowed for a quick stop to Fatima, which we were grateful for. Our guide, Nuno, who drove us to Sintra was extremely intelligent and humorous. Our guide to Duoro Valley, Alfons, was quite knowledgeable and gave us an incredible experience in the Valley. That ranks as one of our favorite tours. Our arrival to Madeira was smooth and we loved our guide, Nuno, for the island Jeep expedition.

Out of the 4 hotel accommodations, only one disappointed. The Editory Garden in Porto was not up to our expectations. We did not like the location. If we had done our research on the city, we would have preferred to have stayed at a 5 star resort along the river where the city is alive. In addition, the rooms were small and the overall lobby and restaurant was sub-par. The staff was also rude. For example, our guide gave us a bottle of wine and we decided to enjoy it one afternoon. We also ordered two beers for the men in our family. The staff then charged us 7 Euros for an empty glass for me to drink my wine! We were annoyed and irritated for that charge and their lack of hospitality.

We also would have liked the travel agency to book our return flight from Madeira to Lisbon. I ended up booking it myself and the website was difficult to navigate and I had to pay extra Euros for our baggage. Since our flight to Madeira was booked by your agency, I was surprised that we had to do the return flight.

Overall, our family trip celebrating our children's graduation from college was a memorable and beautiful experience that we will cherish for a lifetime.

Local specialist: Giorgia Torre

Great trip!
Costa Rica | Jun 6 - Jun 13, 2026

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Wendy M.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026

We had a great time! All guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful, and all activities were fun and enjoyable. Our whole family loved the beauty of the country and the wildlife, as well as the beautiful weather. Our accommodations were great and all recommendations were helpful. Thank you for great memories!!

Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Jun 17, 2026
Hola Wendy, Thank you so much for your kind words! I am absolutely delighted to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful time in Costa Rica. It means a lot to know that you enjoyed the activities, accommodations, wildlife, beautiful weather, and that all of our guides helped make your experience special. Costa Rica truly is a magical destination, and I’m so happy that your family was able to create such memorable experiences together. Thank you for trusting me and Serendipity... Read more

Hola Wendy,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I am absolutely delighted to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful time in Costa Rica.

It means a lot to know that you enjoyed the activities, accommodations, wildlife, beautiful weather, and that all of our guides helped make your experience special. Costa Rica truly is a magical destination, and I’m so happy that your family was able to create such memorable experiences together.

Thank you for trusting me and Serendipity Adventures with your vacation plans. It was my pleasure to assist you, and I am grateful to have been part of your journey.

We hope to welcome you and your family back to Costa Rica someday for another unforgettable adventure!

Warm regards,

Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures

Brittany. Emerald Coast. Hiking
France | Jun 2 - Jun 9, 2026

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Richard H.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
The trip to hike along the Brittany coast from Port de le Duc to Saint Malo was a treat. The transfers were mostly flawless. The hotels were nice and well situated Watching the Eiffel tower sparkle through you hotel room window is quite the treat as is listening to the crashing waves on the beach in Dinard. The only feedback that would keep it from a 5 star was no map was provided for the route the travel adviser expected us to take. Perhaps I should have done that ahead of time instead of... Read more

The trip to hike along the Brittany coast from Port de le Duc to Saint Malo was a treat. The transfers were mostly flawless. The hotels were nice and well situated Watching the Eiffel tower sparkle through you hotel room window is quite the treat as is listening to the crashing waves on the beach in Dinard. The only feedback that would keep it from a 5 star was no map was provided for the route the travel adviser expected us to take. Perhaps I should have done that ahead of time instead of spending 45 minutes to an hour each evening reviewing the route and finding the location of the hotel etc etc. Once there was a surprise but it was sorted out and a great alternative was found. The written description of the route, the time estimates and the location of the hotels did not always match up perfectly. Fortunately the GR 34 is easy to follow and can be found on many hiking sites as a GPX file. The extra day in St Malo was a good idea but another day of walking would have been appreciated as well. The Brittany coast is stunning.

Hotel Reviews
Hôtel Les Charmettes
Saint-Malo

Fun hotel on the St Malo beach. A 20 minute walk from the walled city. The beach is fun with water and wind sports abounding. Lots of happy noise.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Le Port-Jacquet
Saint-Briac-sur-Mer, Ille-et-Vilaine

I would have slept on the floor in a closet to get at the breakfast! so good. so friendly.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Day Trip to Cancale & Mont-Saint-Michel
Day Trip to Cancale & Mont-Saint-Michel
Saint-Malo

Mt St Michelle is very nice. We skipped the Cancale portion as we had each day been in a nice town along the coast and wanted to spend more time in St Malo. We stayed an extra day in St malo to enjoy the city but would not have had any real time there had we spent 3 hours in Cancale.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Alexia Saint-Haont

Great planning, great guide, great service.
Turkey | Jun 7 - Jun 11, 2026

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Elizabeth W.
the Cayman Islands | Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
When we were planning we changed our minds a lot about what we wanted to do and more importantly what we thought we could cope with due to medical conditions. Berat was very patient with us and helped us to plan the best itinerary. Our local guide Volkan was brilliant and we enjoyed our time with him. He was very knowledgeable and also kind and happy to go at our pace. He also made some excellent recommendations for places to eat which meant we had some very tasty food and a stunning view... Read more

When we were planning we changed our minds a lot about what we wanted to do and more importantly what we thought we could cope with due to medical conditions. Berat was very patient with us and helped us to plan the best itinerary. Our local guide Volkan was brilliant and we enjoyed our time with him. He was very knowledgeable and also kind and happy to go at our pace. He also made some excellent recommendations for places to eat which meant we had some very tasty food and a stunning view from the restaurant on our last night. Overall, really happy with the experience and glad we decided to book with Kimkim.

Hotel Review
Armada Hotel
Istanbul

Good location, friendly staff, good service, rooms were comfortable, cute, and cleaned well every day. It was a really nice hotel and had the most amazing breakfast with fresh eggs, frittata, sausage, salad, pastries, bagel, cereals, toast, honey, molasses, bulgar wheat, various cheeses; it really was one of the nicest breakfasts from a hotel we've ever had, plus there's the view of the blue mosque or the sea the other side. The food on the terrace we had at dinner on the first night was also really good - best dolmades we've had (and we dont really like dolmades!) Highly recommend. The only reason it didn't get five stars is there are a few small repairs that need doing here and there so it's not a five star hotel in that sense, but we had a fab time and would definitely go back.

Authenticity & Character
Location
bottom of a hill if that's an issue just bear that in mind but in walking distance of the sultanhamet square so great location.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
bed was pretty comfortable but rubber sheets underneath made it a bit sweaty
Local specialist: Berat Ornek
Berat
Berat Ornek
Local specialist in Turkey | Replied on Jun 17, 2026

Dear Elizabeth,
Thanks so much for this great review!
It was a joy to host you and we are glad to hear you had a nice time in Turkey.
Kind regards,
Berat

Ireland was more fun than we expected!
Ireland | Jun 8 - Jun 14, 2026

Lauri
Lauri F.
Pittsburgh, PA | Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
We absolutely loved Trad on the Prom, the Blarney Castle, the Guinness tour, the boat and jaunting car ride at Ross Castle, the famine boat tour, and the CaherConnell sheep herding experience. The lodgings were excellent though the information about which had parking and which didn’t wasn’t correct. Many other things were awesome as well. However, it is impossible to do the Ross Castle, Blarney Castle, and Rock of Cashel in one day unless you can fly between them. Read more

We absolutely loved Trad on the Prom, the Blarney Castle, the Guinness tour, the boat and jaunting car ride at Ross Castle, the famine boat tour, and the CaherConnell sheep herding experience. The lodgings were excellent though the information about which had parking and which didn’t wasn’t correct. Many other things were awesome as well. However, it is impossible to do the Ross Castle, Blarney Castle, and Rock of Cashel in one day unless you can fly between them.

Hotel Reviews
The Rooms @ Firecastle

Very nice and the shop beneath is awesome!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the middle of town.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Foley's Townhouse Killarney
Killarney

Had parking which was amazing and the owner and the bartender were incredibly full of info and kind.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in downtown.
Staff
So helpful!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Eyre Square Hotel
Galway

Very centrally located but easier to just go to parking garage and walk to hotel with luggage.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the square
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cassidys Hotel
Dublin

Beautiful and super helpful staff

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the square
Staff
Very helpful with directions, parking, places to go to eat
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Rock of Cashel
Rock of Cashel
Ireland

It was impossible to make it to this in time . Which was a bummer. But the schedule as planned by the agent for the day, since we started on the boat in Killarney at 10:30AM couldn’t have worked.

Guided E-bike Tour Of Galway City
Guided E-bike Tour Of Galway City
Galway

Great tour guide! Learned a lot!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The smart helmets were great and even though it was windy and periodically raining, we could hear him.
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center tickets
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center tickets
Wales

This was a gorgeous view, but the wind and cold made it a challenging experience on this day.

Quality of Experience
Killarney Combination Tour - Boat + Jaunting Car
Killarney Combination Tour - Boat + Jaunting Car
Wales

We had a gorgeous day, which everyone said was totally unusual. :-). It made for a perfect day to be out on the boat and then take a spin through the park!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The jaunting car driver was fine…..boat the guide on the boat was fantastic!
Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations
Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations
Ireland

This was amazing - never seen anything like it!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Irish Dancing Show
Irish Dancing Show
Galway

LOVED IT!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway
Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway
Ireland

The water was super rough and far worse than we expected. The time on the island was excellent and luckily the trip back was better than the trip over, however, due to fog/weather, we didn’t see the Cliffs of Moher from the water.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
That staff did their best to distract from the rough water but spent a lot of time handing out and collecting sick bags. They were so patient.
Transport
Visit of Christ Church Cathedral
Visit of Christ Church Cathedral
Dublin

We enjoyed this more than St. Patricks.

Quality of Experience
Tickets for St Patrick Cathedral, Dublin
Tickets for St Patrick Cathedral, Dublin
Dublin

Very interesting to the history of the city/country.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Trinity College Library : The Book of Kells Experience
Trinity College Library : The Book of Kells Experience
Dublin

A lot of info but super interesting!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Rachel Long

Familia España
Spain | Apr 18 - Apr 25, 2026

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Damaris R.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026

Kim Kim provided a memorable family experience in Spain. The tours provided beautiful views, historical insight, & immersed us into the culture!

Local specialist: Giorgia Torre

Beautiful county, people and outstanding adventure
South Africa | May 7 - May 18, 2026

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Tami G.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
The hotels were excellent. Fantastic guides Brian and Debbie. Wonderful opportunities to explore and see penguins, ostriches, baboons and meerkats. Beautiful country and people. Read more

The hotels were excellent. Fantastic guides Brian and Debbie. Wonderful opportunities to explore and see penguins, ostriches, baboons and meerkats. Beautiful country and people.

Hotel Reviews
Pezula Magic

Cozy Air BNB

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pezula Nature Retreat
Knysna
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hlangana Lodge
Oudtshoorn

Gardens were lovely Rooms were ok

Authenticity & Character
Location
Near busy road
Staff
Staff were very friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Abalone Guest Lodge
Hermanus

Beautifully decorated Lovely scenery and views

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Winchester Hotel
Western Cape
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Victoria & Alfred Hotel
Cape Town
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Safari Ostrich Farm Tour
Safari Ostrich Farm Tour
South Africa

it was fun to learn about the different types of ostriches and feed them. We also had lunch there. It was delicious.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Brian our guide and driver was fantastic!
Featherbed Eco Experience including Lunch
Featherbed Eco Experience including Lunch
South Africa

The food was wonderful. But the trip was over booked. We had middle seats at the front of the bus. We couldn't see or hear the guide and smelled diesel. The Featherbed staff paid better attention to the visitors who had tour guides with them. We couldn't hike because of rain.

Quality of Experience
Food
food was delicious
Guides, Drivers and Staff
guides at Featherbed - looked after those with tour guides
Transport
bus too many people
Full day touring Boulders Beach and Kirstenbosch Gardens
Full day touring Boulders Beach and Kirstenbosch Gardens
Cape Town

Loved seeing the Penguins. We also visited Table Mountain that day so didn't get to Gardens

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day City Tour, Robben Island & Table Mountain
Full Day City Tour, Robben Island & Table Mountain
South Africa
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Debbie was driver. Guides and drivers on Island all personal connection
Transport
Local specialist: Nadia Albertus
Nadia
Nadia Albertus
Local specialist in Cape Town | Replied on Jun 17, 2026
Hi Tami, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your trip and that the hotels exceeded your expectations. It's also wonderful to know that Brian and Debbie helped make your experience so memorable. South Africa truly offers incredible wildlife encounters, and I'm thrilled you had the opportunity to see penguins, ostriches, baboons, and meerkats along the way. Thank you again for allowing me to be part of planning your journey.... Read more

Hi Tami,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback.

I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your trip and that the hotels exceeded your expectations. It's also wonderful to know that Brian and Debbie helped make your experience so memorable. South Africa truly offers incredible wildlife encounters, and I'm thrilled you had the opportunity to see penguins, ostriches, baboons, and meerkats along the way.

Thank you again for allowing me to be part of planning your journey. It was a pleasure assisting you, and I hope we have the opportunity to help you explore Africa again in the future.

Warm regards,
Nadia

French Basque Experience
France | Jun 5 - Jun 10, 2026

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Gary G.
Hickory, NC, USA | Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
We added this French Basque experience on to a cruise and was so glad we did. We had always heard of Biarritz, the resort of royalty and also the Basque region with its intriguing culture and language. Working with Emma was a pleasure. She recommended staying in Bayonne as our base and it was a delightful choice and so convenient to take the train for all day trips. Hotel Koegui in Bayonne was so nice to come back to each night. We liked the room, breakfast and staff. The artwork was a... Read more

We added this French Basque experience on to a cruise and was so glad we did. We had always heard of Biarritz, the resort of royalty and also the Basque region with its intriguing culture and language. Working with Emma was a pleasure. She recommended staying in Bayonne as our base and it was a delightful choice and so convenient to take the train for all day trips. Hotel Koegui in Bayonne was so nice to come back to each night. We liked the room, breakfast and staff. The artwork was a beautiful touch. Our St Jean de Luz tour was unfortunately canceled but we enjoyed the town on our own. Lauren in Cambo les Bains and Espelette was a great guide. Being Basque, she explained the culture and sites very well. She was very conscious of our time so we made our return train but we did not feel rushed. Vicky in Biarritz was marvelous. We immediately felt a connection and enjoyed our tour immensely. Wish it could have been longer. The Quality Hotel in Bordeaux for our last night was a great location but not very special. It was adequate. We did not have a room as pictured in their online site. The driver to the airport was punctual and a delight to talk with on our drive. Kimkim has again given us the trip we hoped for. Thank you.

Hotel Reviews
Quality Hotel Bordeaux Centre 3*
Bordeaux

Great location. Adequate room and good breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Nothing special
Location
In the heart of old town
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything in our room was very clean
Villa Koegui
Bayonne

Great location in a wonderful town. Our room was spacious with a nice bathroom. Breakfast was delicious and varied. The staff was very helpful and courteous. Highly recommend if in Bayonne.

Authenticity & Character
Location and artwork
Location
Walkable to train and all restaurants
Staff
Very helpful with restaurant advice
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Biarritz Walking Historical Tour
Biarritz Walking Historical Tour
France

Same as Biarritz train station

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to Biarritz
Welcome to Biarritz
France

We loved Vicky. She met us at the train station where we were going to take a taxi or bus into town but instead her husband was with her to take us. So nice. We had a great walking tour of Biarritz with plenty of history and culture explained. Wish it could have been longer but we had 2 hours and the afternoon to explore on our own.

Quality of Experience
Vicky
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Vicky
Transport
Espelette guided Tour
Espelette guided Tour
France

Lauren also guided us to Espelette which we really enjoyed. It was an even more submersion into the Basque culture. The final tasting of some pepper products was a nice way to end this tour.

Quality of Experience
Lauren was great
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Good driver
Transport
Villa Arnaga
Villa Arnaga
France

Lauren was a very good guide for this chateau. Being Basque, she knew the reasons for much of the architecture and decorations. It was a fascinating home with all the wall paintings.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walking Tour in St Jean de Luz
Walking Tour in St Jean de Luz
France

Unfortunately cancelled at last moment

Quality of Experience
Canceled
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Canceled
Transport
Canceled
Local specialist: Emma Darsu
Emma
Emma Darsu
Local specialist in Arnas (Beaujolais) | Replied on Jun 16, 2026

Bonjour Gary and Joseph,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience.
I am truly delighted to hear that your French Basque adventure was such a success and that you enjoyed every moment of it. The Basque Country is actually my favorite region in France and it always brings me great joy to introduce travelers to its unique culture, traditions, landscapes, and warm people.
Thank you again for trusting us with your journey and I hope we will have the opportunity to welcome you back to France for another adventure in the future.
Warm regards,
Emma

Great Plannin
England | Jun 1 - Jun 14, 2026

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weldon s.
Muskogee | Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
The hotels selected and the daily schedule were great. All four of us had a great time and it was nice to have it all planned for us. Read more

The hotels selected and the daily schedule were great. All four of us had a great time and it was nice to have it all planned for us.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Du Vin Poole
Poole

Location is great but short of parking which makes you not want to move your car once you have secured parking. Rooms small but nice.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Slaughters Manor House
Lower Slaughter

The facility is great as is the staff. The location is also great for touring the Cotswolds.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We were there to tour the Cotswolds and it is a great location for that
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was all kept clean and well organized.
Local specialist: Tetiana Smal

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