Kimkim Trip Reviews

Lovely room with an expresso machine. Very clean facility, near beach. Helpful staff.

Fun location, nice breakfast and nice room. Pleasant and helpful staff.

So convenient to Krka. A good hotel all around.

We loved staying at Zrinka house. The room was great and the staff was outstanding.

Nice hotel, pleasant staff and a good breakfast buffet.

Mirta was very friendly, polite and knowledgeable.

Nice scenic drive and we enjoyed our wine-tasting. Ston is a quaint historic village we enjoyed walking around

This was fine but it's the one thing if we returned we wouldn't do again. Nothing wrong happened, it just wasn't our thing.

We had a lot of fun going to the marketing and making a great meal. Staff was great.

If you like waterfalls, you'll like Krka. Beautiful sites.

Beautiful setting

We stayed in one of the cottages three nights. The cottage was very comfortable. Being two individuals who appreciate country settings, enjoyed seeing horses and sheep from our window. On our way to breakfast, found two sheep on the lawn peacefully munching on greens. Bonus was seeing a border collie on the lawn playing with a soccer ball. Made us think lovingly of our own dog at home. Would definitely stay here again.

Got to see several humpback whales which was way cool

This was a very awesome experience! The guides did a great job instructing everyone in safety. It was pretty cool to kayak amongst numerous icebergs/chunks of ice of various sizes. Heartily recommend.

This was our favorite experience of our 14-day Iceland trip. Our guide "Magnificent" (Magnus?) was pretty awesome. The experience itself of walking up a glacier and into the cave was an experience we had never had before. Would strongly recommend for all. The one suggestion I have, being 5'2" and in my 60s, please provide a stool for stepping up in the tour vehicle.

Loved this location. It was a great hotel for a big city. All the.amenities. Every detail was considered, including.the young men managing the doors were above and beyond in their friendliness and helpfulness.

The drone and light show was very entertaining and educational and was high-quality

I really liked the small group size and the short hike through the gorge was incredible The sunset breakfast was one of the best meals we had on the tours

The drive around the rock and the opportunities for several short walks was just a perfect fit

I didn’t realize how well prepared and user friendly this day would be. You needed no experience and even those with some physical limitations could easily participate

Everyone participating in the tour was friendly and made it an enjoyable day despite the weather which obviously nobody can control

We also went to the butterfly museum before getting on the sky rail. The scenery was incredible on the sky rail and well worth making this stop.

The blue Mountains are beautiful and we were able to have several stop.s to do different activities. I would’ve liked more self guided time to explore on our own when walking in the rainforest

That building is amazing and the tour guide was knowledgeable and clearly enthusiastic about the subject matter

The reception desk was hard to find. The vibe was for a much younger crowd than us. We had room 16. The lampshade was broken. The lights weren't dimmable so they flickered. One of the chairs had a broken bottom. The mini-bar was ridiculous. And worst of all, we were charged double for our stay. This was the only hotel I wouldn't stay at again. The high points were the breakfast staff, housekeeping, and the bartender.

This one was my favorite. We had a suite and our windows in the sitting room looked out on High Street while the windows in the bedroom looked on the castle and the old church. Lots of stairs, be warned. 100% worth every bit of it. We were here for 4 days; I wanted to move in permanently.

We had one night here. I would've liked more. It's directly in the city center, right off the river. You can walk to lots of things and the train is an easy walk.

Parking was incredibly difficult but worth it. They did an amazing job with the remodel. Again, you're going to have stairs and there's no getting around that. The food was fantastic, so make reservations for dinner ahead of time.

We had only 1 night here. I wish we'd had more. We had room 3, on the corner with the most amazing view. Do check out Highland Pottery just up the hill.

I felt like I was staying with friends. The Hawthornes are incredibly kind and welcoming people. Please do ask to meet the canine family members. They're lovely.

It's a great old house with a wing where you can get a ground floor room-- no stairs! The real jewel here is the staff. They are warm, lovely people who make you feel very welcome.

There will be stairs. You can't get around them but they're worth it for the excellent service and great food. The location is directly across the street from the steam engine trip and within walking distance of everything.

We had fun on this one. Our tour guide, Veni, was great. After 2.5 weeks of tromping up and down castle stairs and hills and so forth, I was able to keep up. I'm definitely in better shape now than I was before this trip.

This was not exactly what I thought. I thought we'd be going to the top of yr Wyddfa, but this was a van ride around the area, hitting 4 castles along the way. By this time, I was pretty much castled out, having realized that unless you were into castle design, one castle was pretty much the same as another. However, this one had a Welsh designed castle which was very different and the guide was very nice.

Scotland is just a ridiculously beautiful country. Point your camera anywhere and you'll get a beautiful photo. Loch Lomond was no exception. We went to the church yard to see the Viking burial. That was very cool.

I like whiskey so I truly enjoyed this. My husband is more a rum drinker. Our tour guide was great, I loved the look behind the scenes, and the whiskey was good.

We missed the Summer Islands. A road closure/construction in Castletown made us look for an alternate route. The GPS, bless it, sent us down a two-way one lane road for 80mi. One we realized we weren't going to make it, we called and canceled (no refund) and relaxed and took our time. We ended up at Dunrobin castle in Goldspie. Sometimes going off script is better. Once you get to Ullapool, check out Highland Pottery.

See the Welcome to Orkney review.

Christina: Kieran was an amazingly knowledgeable and personable guide. I can't recommend him enough. There was so much here! Skara Brea was closed for high winds so we went to Gurness instead and I'm glad for it. We saw the Italian cathedral which showed the incredible talent of the Italian prisoners of war, and this is where I saw the Highland cows in person. We went to St Magnus Cathedral and it's as fine as any other I've seen anywhere.

We got there late for our original boat ride so the folks there worked out something better. We did the cruise and then got tickets for the castle at our own pace. It took of all of the pressure to do the castle within the time allotted.

It's a necessary trip. Consider it a a pilgrimage, even if it is sad. It's a beautiful field watered with a lot of blood over a family feud between cousins.

Lots of narrow spiral stairs. Beautiful view of Stirling Castle and the river.

This was a great way to start our trip.

A very nice hotel located just outside the town of Tavira. They have a shuttle to town but if you have a car it is a 5 minute drive. Rooms and breakfast were excellent.

Our room was spectacular and service is excellent. Only downside is the breakfast at the hotel is not that good.

Great location, small room, and we LOVED the breakfast.

Beautiful old world charm hotel! Room was amazing and I felt like I stepped back in time but with all the modern comforts.

Hotel was nice. Lobby was comfortable and breakfast was plentiful. The room, however, while very comfortable and well appointed was very tight and there was no room to open large suitcases. Also lacking was USB ports and bedside outlets.

The experience as a whole was incredibly enjoyable and unique. The singing and instruments where amazing. Two minor comments: Food was served cold and due to not understanding Portuguese we had no idea what the songs were about. A small description would have been appreciated.

The cruise was on a sailboat and the trip was smooth and informative. Beautiful views of Lisbon. The description from Kimkim stated snacks included and there were none. Also, when we returned to dock the office was closed and it was very difficult to find a cab back to hotel.

Tour got off to bumpy start because there was a marathon our guide was unaware of that had closed many streets. A lot of time wasted working around closed roads. Guide was helpful in getting us up to castle via lifts instead of walking.

What a delight! Our room had a full kitchen including a washer/dryer! Rooms were huge too. Sort of on the edge of all the action of Edinburgh but kind of nice to be on the quieter side but still be able to walk to a lot of stores and eateries. The Royal Mile was maybe a 20-25 minute walk. No food served by establishment but you do get 10% off the integrated cafe in the lobby. Staff was friendly and helpful too.

Massive rooms though maybe a little dated (some might call it 'character'). Centrally located and just a few minutes walk to where the attractions are. There's a nice workout room, but be aware the pool is no longer there. Staff are friendly and helpful.

Everything awesome. Clean, spiffy modern, and centrally located in Soho; walking distance to countless stores, eateries and metro stops. Friendly staff. Our room had a kitchenette complete with sink, dishes and a microwave. Just be aware there is no food served on-premise (not even breakfast).

So beautiful, so clean, so inviting!! Our absolute favorite!! And the chef!! The breakfast!! Hands down the best!!

Venice was amazing to see and experience. A couple days were enough for us.

Best day ever! The boat ride, staff, Capri all amazing!

Having a guide point out the importance of what we were seeing made this special. As a Christian, experiencing where some of the hero’s of our faith taught and died was special.

The details of all the history our guide shared was amazing. And she was able to answer any questions we had.

Very convenient. Breakfast was well appointed, although a little light on hot foods. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Drawbacks: - two very small elevators, one of which was broken for the duration of our stay - very modern room design, with almost no clothing storage, or room for toiletries in the bath - the high sided tub made bathing safely a challenge for anyone with even minor mobility challenges

Luke was an excellent guide- he added a lot of detail on the history of the area, well beyond the food.

The yeoman’s introduction was very helpful. The Crown Jewels were both amazing and obscene at the same time.

Kevin the tour guide was great- very knowledgeable and the pace he set was perfect.

This was the one tour where we felt we had adequate time at each location.

The tour leader was vey knowledgeable and added interesting background at each stop.

Almost a total bust, between the Tube strike and pouring rain. Probably a better experience in better weather.

This multi-level hotel is located the busy Laugavegur street which puts you right in the middle of many Reykjavik attractions. It also puts you right in the middle of a lot of street noise if you are placed in a street facing room! Aesthetically pleasing hotel with a rustic/modern vibe. Easy walk down to the harbor, the church, or to the infamous Brauð bakery! A convenient grocery store is right next to the hotel if you need some snacks for the road.

Located within a university with adjacent university apartment housing just off the Ring Road in West Iceland, this hotel had converted apartment house vibes. The room itself was spacious, updated, very modern, and clean with a gigantic shower! The area itself feels a bit residential with not a lot of restaurants but we had already had dinner in Borgarnes, 30 minutes away. Breakfast was plentiful with a good variety of both hot and cold offerings. Great coffee options!

This hotel was previously a boarding school purchased by a young couple a couple of years ago. It is in a very remote location (miles of gravel roads) on the way to Hvítsekur. The owners also run a horse farm adjacent to the hotel, so viewing the beautiful Icelandic horses from our hotel windows was a plus. However, the rooms really do give off a boarding school vibe and are in desperate need of some upgrading. The bathroom was really tiny with an exceptionally small corner shower with a "sticky" shower curtain. Due to the remote location, our dinner option was limited to the hotel restaurant with very limited offerings. Breakfast was a bit sparse with a lackluster spread.

We were charmed by this hotel on the edge of downtown Húsavik. It is an easy 10-minute walk to the harbor front. Since we stayed two nights here, the hotel staff upgraded our room at no charge to a room in the front of the hotel overlooking the bay. This is a family-run hotel with extremely friendly staff. The hotel has an older feel, but that added to it's overall charm. The library (where breakfast is served) is filled with old books in Icelandic and decor that reflects the hotel's history. Check out the little elf house in the yard outside!

After a long day driving along the Eastern Fjords (and lots of mist!) we snuggled into the comfort of this more modern hotel and enjoyed the nice warm shower! We found this hotel to be more Icelandic modern in style situated in town across from a construction site. We stayed on a weekend and did not wake up to any construction noise, but might have if we stayed on a week night. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful with good coffee choices!

Modern multi-level hotel with a view of the North Atlantic Ocean. Very clean and comfortable. Hotel restaurant was convenient after a long day of sightseeing.

This hotel complex is located just outside of Vík at the foot of Katla glacier. The hotel is a series of buildings with dormitory-style hotel rooms. The room was modern, clean, and comfortable. Their hot/cold breakfast was generous and tasty. Coffee options were excellent!

Hotel located on current farm in a bit of a more remote location which might have been great for Northern Lights if there were any! Hotel rooms themselves are newer with big bathrooms in a dormitory-style building. Very clean! Breakfast was in the main building and was delicious! Coffee machines offering lattes, cappucinos, and espressos! Wake up to a view of the nearby glacier! Highly recommend!

Located on busy Laugavegur street in central Reykjavik, the hotel is centrally located to easily walk to many of the tourist attractions and eateries in the city. While the hotel staff upgraded our room at no charge, our room was on the second floor facing two noisy streets. There was a lot of street noise and loud music playing until 2 am. A room in the back of the hotel might have been smaller and less "scenic" but quieter. The breakfast was served in a small room and was a bit sparse compared to other hotels where we stayed in Iceland.

About 40 minutes outside of Reykjavik, we went on a guided caving tour of the incredible Lava Tunnel. Over about one hour, we hiked over rocky paths and footbridges which traverse the tunnel's rocky terrain. Along the way, our guide pointed out various geologic features and explained how the tunnel came to be. The tunnel lighting showcases the vivid colors and volcanic rock formations and a "lights out" demonstration illustrated just how dark a tunnel can be!

Departing from Húsavik harbor on a traditional oak fishing boat in Skjálfandi Bay with North Sailing was an unforgettable experience. After about an hour of very misty sailing and some informative narration by our very knowledgable guide, we stopped in an area that revealed a number of active humpback whales. Lots of opportunity to take photos and videos to document the experience! Hot chocolate and cinnamon cookies were a bonus!

Boarded an amphibian boat with about 20 other people to be delivered onto the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, so for anyone who has never ridden in an amphibious vehicle, it was unique! While the boat was somewhat crowded, once we were out on the lake and free to move around, there was plenty of opportunity to look at all of the magical scenery! How other-worldly to be surrounded by floating icebergs recently calved off of the nearly glacier!

Our Glacier and Ice Cave hike with Southcoast Adventure was incredible! After loading a group of about 14 onto a special shuttle, we traveled about 30 minutes to Katla Glacier. After donning helmets and crampons, our guide led us up on a winding path to the ice cave. We stopped at one point to chop at and sample 800 year-old ice. We marveled at how nature has carved out an ice cave out of the glacial ice and stood speechless before it's amazing beauty. Truly a unique experience. Those with limited mobility should probably not attempt this hike.

As avid snorkelers, this was a once-in-a-lifetime experience! With our own base thermal layer and a thermal jumpsuit and dry suit/hood/gloves provided by Dive.is, we were pleasantly warm enough to thoroughly enjoy this 30-minute swim in freezing cold waters. Mind-blowing to snorkel the crystal-clear blue water and reach out to touch Europe on one side and North America on the other! Highly recommend for the experienced snorkeler.

Great stay. Right in the best spot on the cliff walk with incredible views. The public had the ability to look over the wall into our pool suite, so that was a bit uncomfortable but I think it’s part of the trade off for being so close to everything.

Amazing experience!

Outstanding location with views on to Lake Zurich. Easy walk from the front of the hotel to the city or the benches by the lake. Very friendly and kind staff, very concerned with guest comfort.

Great location in the center of Interlaken. Enjoyed watching the paragliding from our room balcony. Room was adequate with minimal comfort features and the bathroom was tiny (especially the shower).

Outstanding location with amazing views over Lake Lucerne and the promenade area. Footprint of the room was smaller but everything was first class and comfortable. Soft drinks & some snacks from the mini bar were included and we enjoyed this after touring the city. Dyson hair dryer in the bathroom. Upscale all the way.

Outstanding location with amazing views on to Lake Lugano. We enjoyed a suite with a balcony. Easy walk to town, close to train station and bus station. Very friendly staff. Nice breakfast buffet.

The location is outstanding, right on the shore of Lake Como with amazing views, walking distance to the town, and the ferry right next door, and an amazing breakfast buffet. Public areas are very nice, rooms are VERY dated and sadly disappointing.

We toured Mt. Titlus in the morning which was better for a less cloudy view at the top. It was quite crowded with some unruly tour groups. The views were clear but only briefly- at 10,000 ft! We did the glacier cave walk and the suspension bridge. It was amazing! Following this we had a caffe latte and snack in Engleberg and then a cheese making lesson at a local monastery. Our cheese maker was so enthusiastic! He shared lots of information about the local farmer traditions and making cheese as he taught us how cheese is really made. We made some curds and tasted some local farmer cheese at various ages. It was fun.

Ivo gave us a very brief introduction to Zürich by car and then we drove to tour the Lindt House of Chocolate. It was a standard group tour and it’s a self tour with recordings throughout. It’s well done, lots of chocolate samples along the way. It was well attended. Following this we drove to a lovely restaurant only accessible via funicular for a traditional cheese fondue dinner while overlooking Lake Zurich and the city below. It was planned for sunset so we could see the view both in daylight and following sunset with all the lights.

Marta took us on a hike alongside Lake Brienz, a gorgeous turquoise blue lake near Interlaken. Following the tour, we viewed a waterfall nearby. You could hike up and walk behind the falls. For the return to Interlaken, we took a tour boat. Various areas along the lake felt like we were in a rainforest, lunch greenery with moss and ferns. She shared the local history and geography as we hiked.

Richard is a wonderful guide who works hard to ensure his clients enjoy their tour. We shared learning that there are towns in the Lauterbrunnen area where cars are not allowed and he asked if we would like to go to one. We said yes and our tour was immediately edited to suit this desire. It was wonderful to travel to Murren, walk the town, see the outstanding mountain views, watch the BASE jumping and paragliding. It really was quite special. He shared his knowledge of the history of the area as we walked around. He is also very good at photographs. He took all the photos on his phone and them created a file for us to access and download the photos = perfect! We also toured Trummelbach Falls with him - amazing place and he was kind to share information on what we would see and experience in advance - temperature, sound, slippery conditions. Excellent tour!

Dave loves history and regaled us with many details along the tour - to our immense enjoyment. He is very knowledgeable and enjoys sharing what he knows. The details of the Chapel Bridge history and art work is amazing. He arranged a beautiful wine and cheese tasting at a perfect location near the Chapel Bridge. We learned that Dave and Greg worked for the same company in their past careers and his wife worked for Kodak which is headquartered in our home town of Rochester NY.

Miguel drove us to Mt. Pilatus and managed to both be detailed and informative and also disappearing at time to allow us some time alone. He shared details and history but also the best place to get lunch, the best views for photos and offered to take photos quite often.

We enjoyed taking the train and bus to get to Bellinzona. Patricia shared the detailed history of the castles and area as we toured. A needed bathroom break lead to a little wine tasting and charcuterie by a local shop owner that Patricia is friendly with - he was so very gracious, kind and generous. We took photos as this really was special for us.

Patricia arranged a beautiful lunch at a little place right along the lake. She helped us order traditional Swiss food and wine. Our conversation included discussing a love of family, origins, food, history, geography, and traditions. She guided us to a place to buy a little Ticino book I mentioned I was interested in acquiring. She also presented us with a little Ticino anniversary gift - two small baccolino cups. She recommended we try nocino over gelato. She worked to take some beautiful photos of us. She suggested we take the boat ride back to Lugano instead of the planned reverse bus & train. It was a lovely ride and great suggestion.

Our guide, Elena, is a teacher by career and this showed and enhanced our learning experience as we took a city tour of Lugano with her. She also shared personal spots for gelato, dinner, apertivo as well as taught us how to use the bus system to get back to our hotel.

Loved our tour of Bellagio and Lake Como with a boat tour included to get from place to place. Our guide, Laura, booked a wine tasting and charcuterie at an enoteca she knew well. She's a sommelier and that enhanced our experience as we discussed wines in more detail. She showed us around and explained the culture and history of both Bellagio and Como.

Lovely space, great location.

Just steps from the waterfront, beautiful views from our windows.

Loved the location in the heart of old town Split. Just steps to the waterfront and to the historical sites. Delicious breakfast buffet.

One of our favorite tours, we got to see other towns in Hvar. Our guide Grgo made our tour very special.

Definitely worth the long drive. The lakes and waterfalls are beautiful.

Vera was so knowledgeable, interesting and nice. We really enjoyed learning about Dubrovnik’s old town. She gave us good tips about where to shop and eat. Turns out she actually lives in the Old Town, how cool is this!