Kimkim Trip Reviews

Mawamba Lodge is set in an excellent location, accessible only by boat. While it wasn't as welcoming as Pacuare Lodge, the location offered a chance to walk into town, which made us appreciate the peaceful setting outside the town of Tortuguero. The lodge was lovely, and the guides and activities were great; however, I might consider trying another lodge in the area if I return, possibly one managed by Böëna, since their lodge experiences seem to stand out.

Hotel Presidente in San José offered a pleasant experience. We enjoyed a great dinner at their lovely restaurant, which made for a relaxing start to our trip. Though it didn't quite match the grandeur of other accommodations on our trip, it provided a comfortable stay in the heart of the city.

Hotel Banana Azul in Puerto Viejo was perfectly fine but felt a bit jarring after staying at Pacuare Lodge. It's located right on a road with some traffic, but it's just a short path from the beach, which would be great for beach lovers. We stayed in a lovely little room with an immersion pool, which was nice. The location allowed us to easily get into town and move around, so overall it was a satisfactory stay.

Beautiful, welcoming and luxurious without being pretentious.

Very relaxing don't forget your swimsuit

The drive through the country was breathtaking

Beautiful location, fabulous view, amazing dining area. Very responsive staff.

Beautiful view of nature. Wonderful restaurant! Room was very comfortable and felt very private.

Loved the hot springs! The staff were so friendly and professional. The facility is very well maintained and soooo beautiful.

Our guide at Arenal Volcano was keenly aware of our surroundings and was able to show us some animal life we never would have noticed on our own. La Fortuna waterfall was worth all 500 steps down and 500 steps back up!

Our stay at Palais L’Heure Bleue was truly a lovely experience. The hotel is stunning — elegant, intimate, and beautifully authentic. It perfectly blends Moroccan charm with a subtle French refinement, creating such a unique and welcoming atmosphere. The breakfast buffet was superb, with wonderful variety and quality, and dinner in the restaurant felt elegant and special — a true dining experience. Our room was spacious and comfortable, and overall everything worked beautifully… except for the coffee machine, which gave us a bit of a morning challenge (lol!). But even that added a little character to the stay. All in all, it was a memorable and delightful place to stay, and we would happily return.

Alkanar Camp was an absolute blast and truly one of the highlights of our trip. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome. They anticipated every need — bringing tea, coffee, and anything else to ensure we were comfortable and relaxed. The dinner was delicious, beautifully prepared, and enjoyed under the most stunning desert sky. The evening entertainment was lively and so much fun — such a special way to experience the atmosphere of the desert. And our hut? Absolutely adorable. Cozy, charming, and far more comfortable than we expected. Waking up there felt surreal. It was an unforgettable experience and one we’ll be talking about for a long time.

We truly enjoyed our stay at Palais Khum.The hotel itself is lovely, beautifully maintained, and very welcoming. The staff was warm, attentive, and consistently helpful throughout our visit. Our room was comfortable, well-appointed, and everything functioned perfectly — which always makes a stay feel seamless and relaxing. The only small hiccup was breakfast. It felt a bit chaotic at times and the selection was somewhat limited compared to the overall quality of the hotel. That said, it didn’t take away from an otherwise very pleasant experience. Also, one important thing. The hotel hotel is not properly placed on Google maps. We really got lost. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would happily return.

What an unforgettable experience. Sleeping in the middle of the desert under brilliant blue skies and bright, sparkling stars felt truly magical. Our cozy hut was comfortable and thoughtfully prepared, making the whole adventure feel both authentic and relaxing. My husband and I especially loved the evening entertainment — we got such a kick out of it! The flamethrower performance was incredible, and the energy of the night made it even more special. The food was delicious and beautifully prepared. Most of all, we felt genuinely well cared for from start to finish. The staff made sure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment. It was a unique experience we will always remember. Highly recommend if you want something truly different and memorable while in Morocco.

The Medina in Marrakesh is wild, vibrant, and completely unforgettable. Mohamed guided us through the winding streets and souks on an incredible food tour that turned out to be one of the highlights of our entire trip to Morocco. We sampled a variety of authentic Moroccan dishes — from fresh street food to local specialties — and everything was delicious. What made it even better was knowing the food was freshly prepared and thoughtfully selected. I honestly think some of the bites we had that day were the best food I ate during our whole trip. Mohamed made the experience fun, safe, and meaningful. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Marrakesh.

Our cooking class at La Maison Arabe was an absolute blast and one of the highlights of our time in Morocco. We learned how to make chicken tagine with a wonderful chef and an incredibly warm and gracious hostess/owner. It was truly the best cooking class I’ve ever taken. Each of us had our own workstation, and there was a television monitor so we could clearly watch the chef’s demonstrations step-by-step. Assistants were nearby to guide us and make sure everything turned out beautifully, which made the experience feel relaxed, organized, and fun. The space itself was lovely — modern and polished, yet still infused with a beautiful Moroccan vibe. It felt authentic without being overwhelming. Such a memorable morning filled with great food, learning, and laughter. Highly recommend to anyone visiting!

Beautiful Hotel.

Very unique rooms literally said in a rainforest. The big draw for our room was the hot tub.

We arrived and learned that our reservation had been erroneously canceled. The staff at the hotel could not have been nicer in working with us to try to get suitable accommodations. In their facility. Plus overall the staff went out of their way to make us feel at home including the cocktails in the evening and the absolutely spectacular breakfasts. This is definitely the place to stay in Queenstown.

A very nice train ride on a beautiful train.

A very peaceful boat trip with a small boat of only 12 passengers. Lots of birds and interesting plants to see. You actually get very close to the shoreline. Great commentary by the guides.

Once in a lifetime experience. The glacier is spectacular. He will not get closer than you do on this trip.

Great experience! A highlight of our trip.

Lovely setting, but the beds were uncomfortable. It seemed to me that it was designed for people making a pilgrimage to Sukhothai. And that is perfectly fine. It’s a beautiful facility. The pool was excellent.

Probably my favorite hotel.

Centrally located on the Chao Praya river and has its own ferry. Very comfortable, clean rooms and beds. Excellent service. The staff were superb, as was breakfast. Great views of the river from our room.

Our guide 'Football' in Sukhothai was fantastic! He shared so much knowledge about the history of Thailand's first civilization and even helped us find the best spots for photos. His storytelling and ability to bring history to life made the full day sightseeing tour in Sukhothai memorable.

We visited an elephant camp and my wife especially enjoyed it. It was great to see the elephants treated kindly without any tourists riding on them. It was a pleasant experience seeing the elephants in a respectful environment.

Excellent location , clean and comfortable accommodation , especially the beds. Helpful staff. Disappointing breakfast.

Mixed. We were left to visit the waterfall without our guide as rules precluded him from taking us round.

Very nice hotel. Fabulous breakfast !

Very muddy trails plus I was not feeling well

Kayaking was not fantastic, kind of lame equipment but understandable. Not worth the effort. Should encourage the rim hike.

David went out of his way to make sure we saw Cotopaxi volcanoes it all her glory

Lunch stop was the best

Great hotel! The location was perfect! Its literally in the middle of everything making it very easy to walk to different shops, restaurants and pick up locations. The staff were so nice and friendly and the rooms were so clean and comfortable. To be honest, having a private sauna was truly a special treat and 100% worth it, especially during those night when you re coming back late and want to unwind and warm up. The breakfast was amazing and as a must have coffee first thing in the morning person, I was so happy to see a cafe connected to the main hotel. I would 100% book this hotel again

The Hotel is beautiful! The staff were so friendly and nice, upon my arrival they had complementary upgraded my room which was an amazing surprise. They even provided breakfast the night before as I had a very early checkout and wouldn't be able to experience their breakfast in the morning. The room with glass windows and ceiling was an amazing experience, the surrounding views was so breath taking. It was so magical to just sit and relax with a hot drink and watch the outside scenery

I small bit disappointed that I wasn't able to witness the Northern Lights but I completely understand that viewing them is not 100% guaranteed. Unfortunately for me, the day of my tour the weather was very over cast and foggy. I truly appreciate the tour guide at Beyond Arctic for driving around and trying to find the lights despite the weather. While one spot did seem promising, it was close to -30 degrees outside. The photos taken may not be with the lights, they are still beautiful and memorable. I would still book with Beyond Arctic when I return in my second attempt in viewing the lights :)

So much fun and so cute! The dogs were so excited to run and did such an amazing job. The route was beautiful and so very cold but it was so much fun. the dogs worked so well as a team and are so strong! You can tell the staff truly cares for them, they are so well taken care. They are so so sweet, after the run we were allowed to pet them and I never wanted to leave them

SO much fun! At first I was nervous since I had never driven a snowmobile before but once my nerves settled in, it had so much fun! The guide was so attentive and a very skilled driver, he would stop and make sure we were all okay before proceeding. The only downside was how cold it was. Unfortunately, the weather did not permit us to witness the lights while driving. Instead during the driving it started lightly snowing! Despite the cold temperature and lack of lights, I would still 10/10 recommend

A very cute and adorable experience. The owners of the farm/ranch are very knowledge and truly do care and love these animals. They take such good care of them. The reindeer are so cute, it was a fun experience feeding them and petting them. The sleigh ride was so magical, it felt like you were Santa.

This was such an amazing experience, it felt like I was in a story book because the scenery around me didn't look real. it felt like I was in Narnia or the North in Games of Thrones as my friends and family commented on. The entire hike took my breath away, there was so much to look at and take in. While it was cold, it didn't feel cold because of the small inclines every here and there. The highlight was being able to feed to birds. they were so cute and gentle.

These chalets were a bit dated, but the selling point for us on this place was the fact that the ski hill was right there. Within minutes we could be on the slopes. The hotel reception was nicely maintained and the staff helpfull.The food at the restaurant was very tasty as well.

What a fun way to experience Lapland. The rooms, the amenities, the restaurant, and the staff were all amazing. The food was delicious, the rooms were clean and well maintained.

Absolutely stunning and well planned out. We had a three bedroom villa, it was spacious and had just about everything we could have imagined needing, including a washer and dryer. The villa was well taken care of and the views were absolutely breathtaking.

Had a great time trying out snowshoeing and tobagonning. The day was beautiful and it was all very close so we didn't have a long drive anywhere. We also enjoyed a nice lunch.

We had a great time looking for the lights and learning about some of the legends behind the lights. It was an enjoyable time. The only thing that would have been nice to know is a clearer idea of the time frame to which we would be gone. The info said about 3 hours. We were gone for 5.5 hours. Maybe it was due to the availability of finding good spots to see the lights, but the first stop was about 20 minutes away, then the next one was over an hour drive. It just made for an unexpected long night.

I was a little disappointed with this experience. There seemed to be a lot of lag time between activities and when its cold outside, no one wants to sit and be cold. The staff were very nice and lovely, but seemed to lack experience with interacting with tourists. They kept asking us what we wanted to know and a lot of their answers seemed like they didn't really know, which is fine, but they wouldn't share what they did know so it felt like we were at a stand still with gathering informatino about the culture behind the reindeer farming. The sleigh ride was fun and the lunch was delicious and very plentiful.

The Sukosol Hotel, Bangkok was nice on the inside, but the surrounding area was not very interesting and heavily trafficked.

If you want high quality service in a beautiful hotel, this is it. Communication is amazing and they are willing to help with guest questions and requests.

Bangkok's Temples Tour was a fantastic experience, thanks largely to our guide who was incredibly knowledgeable and accommodating. She allowed us flexibility in exploring and was supportive without being pushy. Her excellent English skills made communication a breeze.

Shopping at Bangkok's Chatuchak Market was interesting for the cultural experience, given its massive size and variety. However, for someone who isn't a big shopper, it became repetitive over time. While enjoyable, it's something I would reconsider doing next time.

The 5 Islands Sunset Cruise was a standout experience. The tour was top-notch with exceptional professionalism and friendly service. The guides spoke both English and Spanish, making communication easy. The entire experience was well-organized and enjoyable, making it a highlight of the trip.

The location was the best part. Most unbelievable views of the Pacific Ocean, the mountains and the beach. Indescribable. The front desk staff, however, or not the best. They seemed annoyed by questions and small requests. There were a few exceptions. For example, the upstairs bartender was very friendly, and one or two of the waiters were.

The thermal pools were awesome. Never crowded- no fighting for space or chairs. The hotel staff were sooooo wonderful. Eager to please and assist with anything; they all seemed genuinely appreciative of their guests being there. The breakfast buffet was like nothing you would find in the USA. Highest quality fruits and vegetables, cheeses, made to order omelettes, Costa Rican, coffee, as well as some American favorites, like bacon, eggs, and pancakes.

Fun! The sunset was unbelievable. The dolphins, the swimming, the diving and going down the high, steep slides. Made me feel like a kid again.

Our tour guide, Olman, was excellent. He knew all the ins and outs of spotting wild life. He is clearly an expert in his field and had a passion for his work. Because he had a such a high-quality spotting scope we did not even need our binoculars. He was able to take expert quality pictures for us.

Our tour guide was GG (a nickname, not sure what his full name was) and he was excellent. Patient, knowledgeable, humorous. And the fresh brewed coffee was spectacular. This was such an informative and educational tour. I never expected to learn so much about coffee. I was wrong on so many things I thought I knew about coffee!

Unfortunately, the weather wasn't great while we were there so we couldn't see the volcano. The guide, however, was excellent. Mariano. Very experienced and knowledgeable great personality. Funny.

The food and the pool were excellent. Breakfast was especially good and the special dinner event was fun.

Food was fantastic -- the breakfast was always an event and even a light dinner was special. The modern design was not exactly Chiang Mai, but it was on the other side of the river and away from the traffic. The pool was nice and bedroom was large.

We had a great suite overlooking the lake. A great sense of old time French interiors and a nice roof deck.

Possibly my favorite hotel in the world. The colonial feel with the modern updates create a great sense of place. Service, the pool, the breakfast and dinner by the pond were all memorable.

A bit high end corporate, but executed well. The pool was the best for jet lag -- swimming at dawn with the birds is a great way to start a trip! Layout of the hotel took a couple days to understand because of the multiple buildings, but great quality and service overall.

Great insider look at the back alleys of Hanoi. It was a great cultural experience and a fascinating walk.

Waterfalls and lunch were epic

The insight and journey through the hidden parts of Bangkok was fascinating.

The food was fantastic and served in unique locations.

The guided trip through all the historical sites was definitely worth it.

It was great to see all the crafts up close and try our hand at lacquerware. We bought a few small things to remind us of the trip

A bit far outside Chiang Mai at rush hour, but worth it once you get there. A lovely location to get educated about growing the ingredients, Thai food and culture. Cooking was fun and the food was delicious -- they have this one down.

A bit early to get up, but it was ideal to skip the long lines of tourists. Quiet and beautiful, it was lovely to have a guide to explain everything.

This was the only disappointment of the trip. It was over touristed and the fish were not that interesting. There were so many people on the island that there was barely a bit of sand to sit on before we could go home. A long way to go in a jolting speedboat to end up with 10 other boats filled with people. They need to figure this out before they destroy such a beautiful spot. People and food were great, but they need to ramp back the number of boats allowed at one time.

The Monk Chat was life changing. We are advanced meditators and were able to get 1:1 time with the head monk for about an hour. The rest of the group went into an intro class in another room. The time and patience KayKay took with us was priceless.

The experience of feeding the elephants and then walking through the jungle with them was totally worth it. The road to get there from LP was a disaster though -- slow and painful. Hopefully they can address this in the near future. Just be sure to get picked up on time to get there when the event starts.

This was out third time taking the vespa ride though Hanoi. Exhilarating and unique look at the city.

A great sampling of Laotian cuisine mixed with some modern mixed drinks and emerging restaurant trends.

Interesting glimpse into Laos history and great for any student of culture and Buddhism.

Local hosts and good food!

Loved this hotel and setting! Beautiful views overlooking Lake Rotorua and the staff was so friendly and helpful. Added bonus was their adorable mini ponies and donkeys!!

Coolest place ever! It was our first PurePod experience and we absolutely loved it! They had provisioned us with breakfast and dinner as well and they were delicious!

The service, location and food were all excellent! Would highly recommend staying here!

Really enjoyed learning more about Kiwi birds and seeing them!

Such an interactive and fun evening!

Wow, so worth doing as the views from the helicopter were so gorgeous!!!!

This was such a fun evening despite the rain! The caves are so beautiful!

Sadly we had a lot of rain while we were out on the peninsula, but did have a great time on the train ride and shopping around town.

Such a perfect way to start our trip and such pretty views of the city and surrounding areas!

This is my most favourite hotel in Namba. If you are staying in Namba, this is a good place to stay especially for anime fans

The name is quite royal but the place is alright. The rooms are quite small. Luggage wise you will need to have a think fo where to set up. It is abit of walking distance from Hiroshima Station but with that, reasonably price. TV options are its weakpoint when you are chilling. Not much channels and also the VOD card is more for... special viewings...

Very very easy to access as its just infront of Kumamoto station. The rooms are super nice similar to Solaria Nishitetsu series. They have a public bath for guests to use. but with that being said, your room doesnt have a bathtub for you to soak privately

The hotel is easily accessible from the Train station and located at the main bus terminal, ease of access around the City. You can also walk about maximum 20 minutes to core food and nightlife areas

Again Solaria Nishitetsu, you cant go wrong with this choice

The Solaria Nishitetsu is a hotel chain that you cant go wrong with. Accessibility is good to public transportation. Rooms are super clean and have sufficient space for solo travellers

Hiro was a great guide and has excellent english to guide

this is a definite must for first timers. To try all types of food. And with the friendly company of Kensuke. Its great

Takachiho Gorge and Amanoyasugawara are great sights to go to. Couldn't go to Mt Aso but its weather and road conditions and also accident so it cant be helped

Miyazaki was almost perfect. What was lacking is the realization that public transport intervals are horrendous. But Aoshima and Udo Shrine are definitely breathtaking places

Sakurajima and Sengan-en and ending with the sunset at Shiroyama. Amazing planning by Eve

A great day trip here. Loving the peace and zen fo the park and some understanding on the history of the bobing

Had Jyo for my guide. she is a vert smart guide and knowledgeable. And she had good planning for the flow of the itinerary