Kimkim Trip Reviews

Comfortable and walking distance to botanical gardens

Comfortable and walking distance to main part of town

Great suite with wonderful view

Wonderful. View of ocean and walking distance to restaurants

Wonderful!

Close to our cruise departure

Fun experience. Great food. Highly recommend

Seeing glowworms was fun but we especially enjoyed the underground scenery and waterfalls.

Very happy with this small group cruise. Milford Sound is amazing.

Fun experience

Beautiful area

Beautiful scenery

Fun experience

Good management of large groups of people touring this site. Smaller groups led around with assigned times

Douro Riverside is a gorgeous hotel, repurposing a perfume factory. All the modern amenities are there for you. The staff was above and beyond helpful and friendly and even gave us a glass of the local port wine as we checked in. The views from every balcony are of the Douro River in all its glory. We even got to watch a crew practice one morning. The restaurant and bar are great and the staff is exceptional. Only one thing to know before booking - this hotel is not in Porto. You will have to drive or Bolt (Uber) to the center. There really isn't anything in walking distance and parking in the city would be challenging. Other than that - this hotel is perfect!

Staying in this historic hotel/convent was an experience. I wish we had more nights to explore the surroundings (we were there only one night). The restaurants and bars are really good - the wait staff friendly, approachable and they took their time with us to share information of the area. The hotel itself is well appointed, clean and quiet. It feels more like a retreat than a hotel.

This hotel is gorgeous. Built into a cliff on the Atlantic in the town of Lagoa, it is separate from the town and quiet - almost retreat-like. Not all the rooms face the ocean, but there is a view from each balcony. The layout of the hotel is magical and walking the grounds and surrounding cliffs is a highlight. The food was good and the drinks better - made perfect by the wait staff. It is a big hotel and it is easy to get lost in it, but that is the fun of exploring, isn't it?

I felt like we were in a fancy, upscale, alternative universe. This is a high-end hotel overlooking the Baixa neighborhood of Lisboa. We stayed on the top floor (67 steps - no elevator) and that was no problem, because the staff saw to our every whim, including hauling heavy luggage up and down those stairs. The bar and restaurant served great food and the staff were very friendly. We did not eat at the exclusive restaurant. Parking is taken care of with valet service - use it - driving in Lisboa is challenging. The hotel is off the main drag and on a quiet street. There are things to do and see near the hotel and if you don't want to take the funicular to the Baixa, you can Bolt (Uber) anywhere in the city.

This was enlightening, educational and fun. Our guide was so knowledgeable about the the religious, economic, cultural and political history of Evora and Portugal at large. She was funny, and easy to talk with. I felt we were with a best friend for the day,

Thanks for all the information, the snacks, the drinks and the smiles. The sailboat is comfortable, the captains were knowledgeable and multilingual and shared all kinds of history with us from the river. What a great way to learn about Porto and Gaia! A must take trip for anyone who has never been to the area.

AMAZING! Thank you Pepito, for the laughs, the history and the fun food facts. We met a truly wonderful human being on this private food tour.

Sofia rocked! What a kind, funny, smart young woman. We had a larger group and she made sure to spend time with each member. We were all from Germany, Canada and the States and everyone felt at home with her. She took us to local restaurants to eat local foods. She gave us historical knowledge on our walk of all the things we saw. It was more than a food walk.

LOVE LOVE LOVE You have to do this trip, and ask for Filippa as your guide. She is one of the owners of the company and she is the best. Sintra - I have no words for the place other than magical. La Quinta de Regaleira is a must - what a beautiful, special place. She gave us time in the little town of Sintra for lunch and pointed out places to eat and sample the local sweets. She was so good at showing us around and explaining what we were seeing, then giving us space and time to explore on our own. Cabo de Rocas and Cascais were the icing on the cake of this trip. What a great way to see beauty outside a huge city.

We really appreciated the location of this hotel. Its newer sister hotel, 360, appears to be draining 500Rai of some capital improvements that would further enhance the experience- they need updated paddle boards as well as kayaks. It’s hard to keep nature at bay in these environments, but more attention to servicing rusting apparatus would be helpful. Tours were good. Food was wonderful. Staff was fabulous. Not sure why our Family Suite was not connected directly to the working path to the main area which required us to have a special boat take us back and forth to our room, unlike the majority of the other cabins. We did select the Family Suite since it had air conditioning 24/7 vs. only in the evening for the other cabins.

For the most part, this hotel is fabulous with one significant exception- the mosquito population is managed in an environmentally sensitive way but it doesn’t bode well for the guest. Non of the exterior spaces are screened in, making time in one’s villa limited to the indoor air conditioning if you wanted to avoid being bitten. Not all of the supplies are fullly refreshed everyday. The personal butler was very helpful and added to the ease of a family vacation. The kids enjoyed the limited programming and we adults really appreciated the spa and yoga program.

Really enjoyed the site. Guide was very helpful with negotiations.

We had found this company for KimKim. The quality of the experience was just what we had hoped.

We had young children with us. Tour was focused on adults and not kids. Hot. Should have included an activity to stimulate kids.

We are foodies and always do market/food tours. Our guide was not as familiar with who the specialists sites or history of the food we might have eaten. Granted, we were difficult with food allergies, but there was no preplanning by the guide to address this. Enjoyed the TukTuk but felt this was a missed opportunity.. In contrast, did a chef led tour (self identified) in Phuket that was hands down the perfect

Clean a with amenities. Restaurant served a variety of different food . Service excellent.

Centrally located . Hotel a bit old , the bathroom facilities need to be updated . The restaurant and the food was good though . Hotel staff were helpful and courteous.

The boat ride was interesting . We learn quite a bit of its history .

We went in a local city tour of the markets and side streets, had a first hand experience of the local life

The boat was very nice and clean . Staff were fantastic. The sunset was beautiful, weather was perfect .

The sampan boat ride was nice and water was calm . You can kayak if you prefer .

Nadia was our tour leader and Gaston was our driver. Nadia was engaging, kind, fun, and very knowledgeable. She gave information in both English and Spanish, and ensured everyone was prepared to enjoy such majestic experience. Thanks Nadia!

Delightful to get up close to the glacier and witness it from another angle. Professional boat staff and the vessel was clean and well-maintained.

Rocio took us on a wonderful urban adventure through Palermo, Centro Historico, San Telmo, and La Boca. She was fun, engaging, very knowledgeable, and made it a wonderful tour. We were grateful to use public transportation (subway and bus) for part of it to enhance the experience and feel the city like a local. Thanks Rocio!

Lucas led us on a private group tour on the Laguna Torre trail. He was patient with our pace (we didn't make it to the end) and shared much of his vast knowledge about Patagonia. His passion for the environment and care for all its inhabitants was felt and appreciated. Thanks Lucas!

Great food, rooms are quiet, great location if using train stations or shopping. Breakfast was outstanding-

Good location - especially if you like to visit the market- we didn’t get to make use of the beautiful patio due to weather - would stay there again in warmer weather!

Rooms small but everything you need was there. drinking wine on the balcony with bread and cheese picked up around the corner made for a great moment. Couldn’t ask for a better location

Always feel the most warm welcome here- offered coffee, pastry when checking in, didn’t get breakfast due to early flight out but recall from last visit it was good

I think we missed a lot of what was said - our first trip we did a walking tour and got more out of it- the traffic noise and motorcycles are distracting and I felt we could still cover a lot of Lisbon in the same amount of time.

I loved our cooking experience- the market was interesting. It was just the three of us- pros are you do more of the tasks involved with cooking the dishes. Cons were large classes are more lively and I would suggest evening over daytime- it’s a big meal and you can drink as you cook- rather have done this late in the day

The shop chosen was beautiful and my daughter buys organic wines so it was appreciated how they support those. Guide was personable, he made it special and didn’t rush the experience- was entertaining as well as knowledgeable which makes for a good guide

Loved this tour! Best guide of our week, Andre. You could tell he was a favorite of those who worked in the market too- funny, easy to understand. Knew how to work with his group, shared about himself and family make it more personalized. Lots of foid- you won’t leave this hungry or thirsty- comfortable pace

Didn’t get to do this but will share some photos- loved this town! You can see most of it easily in 2 days -

Did not look as picture. Bathroom/ shower was not great

Great location and views.

Great location

One of our favorite excursions, truly memorable

One of the best excursions of the entire trip. Truly, once in a lifetime

Beautiful hotel with a wonderful Restaurant upstairs. The room we had was an upgrade and absolutely amazing. It was a perfect start to our trip after a along plane ride.

It’s a fun place that has all the amenities of hotel and the dessert views a breathtaking.

One of the most beautiful hotels we have stayed. The intricate pathways of gardens and the structure are amazing

This a beautiful hotel with a wonderful courtyard. The setting is very peaceful and an oasis after walking the streets of Fez. The staff was helpful and pleasant. Our room was spacious and most comfortable with true Moroccan feeling.

This was just a lovely place to stay. The owners put their heart and sole into the accommodation and food. One of the best meals on the trip. I loved the atmosphere and cleanliness. Would highly recommend this Riad before a stay in dessert.

Hotel Ibis World Square in Sydney had a great location, but unfortunately, it was situated right over a night club, which made it incredibly noisy until the early hours. This was not quite suitable for us as it affected our ability to rest. It was a bit disappointing given our expectations.

The Outback Hotel & Lodge in Uluru was rated as one of the lower options in the area, which didn't quite meet our expectations of a moderate accommodation. It was somewhat below what we imagined for this trip, considering the limited choices in Uluru.

Snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef was undoubtedly the highlight of our trip. We went out on a catamaran, and the experience was absolutely superb. The underwater sights were breathtaking, and it was an unforgettable adventure. Five stars for this phenomenal experience!

My Home away from Home!

À must visit! The hike is demanding but so much rewarding!

Stunning setting and spacious rooms and great food.

Guide was super knowledgeable and the water puppet show was fascinating.

The Quarter Hua Lamphong by UHG in Bangkok was a fantastic hotel. The location was great, the staff were very nice and accommodating, and the building itself was incredibly well-constructed, which we found out when an earthquake occurred during our stay.

The De Charme Hotel in Chiang Mai was in a fabulous location, right in the middle of town. It was a lovely place with very accommodating staff, and offered a good breakfast. The hotel's central location made exploring the city convenient.

Baan Samui Resort in Ko Samui was ideal, being right on a lovely part of the beach. The staff were very nice, the breakfast was great, and the location was close to a main street filled with bars, restaurants, and a nice shopping center. It provided a complete beachside experience, with drinks and food service. I wish we could have taken even more advantage of its beachfront location.

Half-Day Eco Elephant Care in Chiang Mai was a great experience. The elephants are treated with much respect and care, regarded as family members by the people who take care of them. Participating in feeding them and observing their behaviors was both entertaining and affecting. Despite feeling like a bit like a set-up for tourists, it was definitely a wonderful experience, seeing elephants happy and well-cared for.

The day trip to Doi Inthanon National Park was interesting and worthwhile. The area was stunning, with the tallest mountain in Thailand and beautifully built pagodas. The air quality was not great due to field burning, impacting the views. Nevertheless, the excursion was good, and the guided tour through boardwalks in the forest was a nice touch.

The Angtong National Marine Park excursion, which included snorkeling, was somewhat underwhelming. The snorkeling site was decent but overcrowded with too many boats and people. Being an experienced snorkeler, I felt the site itself wasn’t exceptional, and the long travel time to get there didn’t seem worth it. The tour had potential but could benefit from a less crowded experience.

Worked great for our family of four with kids 12 and 15. Beautiful ocean view rooms. The connected restaurant was one of the best we ate at the whole trip. Bar is relaxing with ocean views also. Seems like you are on a remote island yet amenities are very close by.

Motel is absolutely beautiful. The rooms are just gorgeous with large semi-private open air lounging areas outside the rooms. Pool that I think only we used. Not many guests, so a lot of the time it felt like you have the whole place to yourself. Bar on site next to the refreshing pool. Located in a convenient area with their own bar and restaurant across the street and in walking distance to major sites of the city, restaurants, bars, and shops.

Nice rooms, balconies with great views of the ocean. Private pool that never felt crowded as there really aren't that many guests. Great breakfasts delivered to your door when you want. No bar or restaurant on site, but if you are on the beach bar tenders come over and deliver you drinks. Massage therapy people come by too. Plus you are only a few blocks from the happening 5th Avenue with its bars, restaurants, live music, and shops.

Quite a few people there, but they are pretty spread out, so not crowded in the water. Definitely, saw numerous turtles very close up. It was really cool. It is shallow in case you fear open water.

The boat ride, especially through the canal area was super fun plus you see a lot of fish and birds. Floating down the canal is super relaxing and a unique experience. My oldest kid could do it every day of his life. You see Mayan ruins here and there. We saw manatees, which was amazing, interesting fish close up, ospreys, herons it is just a beautiful place. Kids loved it 10 out of 10 until my 12 year old lost his cell phone on an island we went to. It was all his fault, but the guides tried their best to find it in multiple ways and worked hard to console him. So any negatives to the trip was just our family being us. Awesome trip.

Beautiful. Water was so refreshing after being crazy hot at Chichen Itza. Saw Mot Mots.

The main pyramid is absolutely astonishing! The whole place is amazing. There are a ton of people though. It is also very exposed and hot.

Much more mellow and less crowded than Chichen Itza. It is quite a bit different. You can climb the pyramids if you want. Much more shade than Chichen Itza too, which made it more relaxed.

Awesome experience! We almost cancelled this because my family was kind of burnt out from Chichen Itza and Ek Balaam the days before. Worried the bike ride might be hot and miserable. Instead the bike ride was super fun, honestly the bike ride was probably the best I have ever been on and that is saying something. It is flat and shady and not very far. The ruins are different from the other two. Very laid back here compared to Chichen Itza. Very fun!

Very unique place. A very cool experience.

Excellent service at the front desk and breakfast was extensive and delicious. The rooms are modern, comfortable, and very clean. They provide unlimited still and sparkling water, which is a lovely touch.

I enjoyed that we had options at each stop. Everything we ate was delicious, and it was great to see the city at night. I usually don't do much at night since I travel alone, so I really appreciated this aspect. Our guide was wonderful and gave personal recommendations and insights into what it's like to live in the Czech Republic.

Lenka gave me an incredible overview of the city! She drove us past some points and we stopped and explored the ones I was most interested in. I truly appreciate that it wasn't cookie cutter, but was tailored to my interests and my plans for the rest of my stay in the city!

It was amazing to get a personal tour of a winery and the vineyards. The meal with wine pairings at the restaurant in the cellars in Litoměřice was absolutely perfect and the tour of the cellars was so interesting.

I was not very familiar with the history of communism in the Czech Republic and learned so much from this tour. The guide was very enthusiastic and happy to answer any questions.

Loved having a view of the beach where we could watch the sea lions investigating the beach

My favorite with such a variety of wildlife…including penguins!

Great location. Noisy, busy part of town, windows didn't block the outside sound well. Breakfast brought to room by staff. Clean, plenty of space for us, nice kitchenette.

Very nice hotel, great location, great restaurant. We had a room on the village side/main street which was quite loud especially at night (gelato place and many restaurants across the street). Other side of hotel had view of beautiful valley, likely would have been quieter and prettier (but more expensive), but would try to stay on that side if ever there again. attentive and kind staff.

Great location on beach, wish we had more time there. Nice playground for kids, great food at restaurant. Nice apartment style rooms with nice kitchen.

Nice hotel with nice staff. Loft-style rooms with two single beds in loft and the other on main level. Quiet which was nice. Located only two blocks from the steps up to Palamidi which was awesome.

Hotel of necessity by airport. :-) Rooms were clean and quiet, beds were comfortable. WIndows had great blackout options. Even though we had to leave earlier than breakfast was served, the staff made us breakfast boxes which were amazing.

Great tour, the guide made it fun and exciting for our kids. Great walk around town, loved the sites we visited.

Great tour of acropolis and museum. It wasn't very Percy Jackson-inspired, but nonetheless was informative and a nice guide. We learned so much more with a guide on the Acropolis than we otherwise would have. Was very nice that she already had our tickets for us, as the lines and process to get into the Acropolis was a mess.

Great tour that covered a lot - Temple of Zeus, Olympic stadium, the Athens Riviera, down to Sounio and back. Temple of Poseidon was beautiful and the coastline drive was great. Great lunch at a taverna on the way back. Very kind driver.

One of best experiences of the trip. Great hike, great guide. Loved the cave. Highly, highly recommend to families.

Great tour, the drama games were a lot of fun and taught us about the development of Greek theater and performance. Wish we had a little more time in the theater itself/archaeological site, as it ended up being a bit rushed in the end. Otherwise great.

Another great tour! Zoe was an incredible guide. She made the whole site light up for us. You could tell she knew a ton about the site and Greek history. She really knew how to tell a story through the tour and helped us learn a lot in the process. She also took us through the museum and we learned so much more from that museum than we would have on our own. AMAZING day.