Kimkim Trip Reviews

This was a cruise of Ha Long Bay. It was amazing although too short, cut short by upcoming weather. Cabins were huge, comfortable, food very good. Service was great. We did not take the shore excursions offered free, we stayed on the ship and enjoyed the rest, peace and quiet, and the spa pool. Staff was so friendly! The views were amazing. We had a great time although short.

We only stayed 2 nights there, separated by the Ha Long Cruise. The staff was great, the first night the room was really nice except for the bathroom which was very small. It was modern and clean. And well kept. The 2nd stay we we’re upgraded to a suite. Everything was perfect there. We would stay here again (request a suite) Breakfast was really good.

We definitely would not stay there again! So old and not updated at all. First was given a room without a shower (it was missing) was then moved at 11:00pm after a late tour to another room (had to re-pack our belongings) that had no water pressure, so the shower hit the wrong place and flooded the bathroom which was very small. All the bathtubs were so high it was extremely difficult to get in and out! Finally, the last night after complaining, we were allowed to use the bathroom next door which was a suite with a separate shower. Heidi at Odynovotours was responsive about this problem.

This hotel was beautiful and well kept. The rooms were nice although almost every hotel we visited on this trip had issues with the shower, water coming out and flooding most of the bathroom. The service, restaurant, and food were excellent. The pool and surrounding area was beautiful and well kept. Very pleased with this hotel.

This hotel is in need of updating. The room we had didn’t even have a place to connect a cellphone by the bed. The bathroom was so old it didn’t look clean. It was humid in the room. The fan for the A/C never stopped, but it did not make the room more comfortable. The restaurant and breakfast buffet compared to the other hotels was subpar. Very small and the servers did not speak or understand ANY English at all. The location was good, though.

Even though we lived during the Vietnam War, actually seeing where it took place and understanding the reasons why the US had to pull out was enlightening. Everything we saw was disturbing to say the least. It was well worth the drive to learn first hand what actually happened.

We cannot say enough good things about this motorbike food tour. The four guides were fantastic and drove those motorbikes like experts, keeping us safe in spite of the hundreds of motorbikes and cars all around us. The stops and BOUNTYFULL foods were absolutely delicious and authentic! We had a blast! These guides had the best personalities, we laughed so much! https://goo.gl/maps/9DwQgsXZ8jYoRBV4A Thao Vy, Tanya, Harry, and Destiny Thank you so much for everything!

Amazing sights and history. Well worth it.

Great experience, locations and amazing sights and the food, delicious . Spicy but we loved it. Authentic stops. Prepare to be FULL!

Gorgeous palace with rich history. Our guide Tao explained all the history and details. Overall it was wonderful although it was very hot and tons of walking. Our guide had water and cold rags upon returning to the air conditioned van.

This tour was the first thing we saw in Siem Reap. If you want to see authenticity and how the floating villages and people live, go ahead and take this tour. It was not for us. The poverty and situation if these people broke our hearts. The lake is filthy (again, authentic reality). They live in unsanitary conditions. On our little boat was the 3 year old daughter and wife of the captain, hiding in the back, heartbreaking, dressed in rags, and we were told they live and sleep in that little boat.

This place was beautiful and interesting. Long ride but worth it in our opinion. History explained by Tao unique. Many ruins of temples nearby, amazing and sad to see the destruction due to wars.

Too tiring the day after Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. Would skip this tour

There was a weather issue, so basically there was no second day, we had breakfast and had to leave the ship. Nothing to review of this day.

The first day on this cruise was nice. The cabin was very large and comfortable, also the bathroom. We were tired from a long trip, 23 days, so we basically enjoyed the amazing views of Ha Long Bay. Most passengers went on the 2 shore excursions, but we stayed on the ship and took advantage of the jacuzzi the size of a very small swimming pool but refreshing just the same. The food was acceptable, but they charged extra for everything, even water and coffee. The drinks were not good, but anyway the bar didn’t open until 5:00pm so no drinks for people who stayed on the ship., not even soft drinks. The sunset and view were breathtaking that night. It would have been nice to have some music, but they had none. We paid for some massages which were relaxing. The staff were very pleasant and nice, friendly

This was a pleasant tour, saw the lush Mekong Delta by boat. Took a small boat trip on the very big river to a small island where we had a delicious lunch by the river. Also stopped at an outdoor market where we bought local fruit.

This hotel had a wonderful lobby space for sitting, an outdoor bar…& a fabulous restaurant! Also live music some evenings.

Overall, this hotel was good. The location is right across the street from the beach and you can walk out the back door of the hotel to experience more of the local restaurants and culture. The staff here was nice, but not above and beyond like our previous two hotels. It felt a little bit stuffy compared to our experience in Hanoi and Hoi An. It felt like more of a city culture versus the country culture, but it was still good overall. Our room had a great view and the location is convenient to walking and local food options. The best experience we had was with the staff in the restaurant. They were so nice and accommodating.

Very calm and serene experience. Excellent morning buffet. Walking distance to the shops. Rachel at the front desk went above and beyond to help us with our needs since we had a young baby she was holding the baby taking care of her so we can enjoy our breakfast. We beyond what we would expect but so nice!

Such a high class and beautiful cruise! The staff were very accommodating with our young child. The excursions to go see monkeys and the bay were so worth it. You don’t wanna miss this one if you visit Ha Long Bay.

Amazing buffet, breakfast and service team! Rachel from the front desk team went above and beyond to make sure our baby was cared for and felt comfortable and we had a great experience! You definitely don’t want to miss the spa here they have a sauna available that you can use before and after massages. Very unique! The hotel is also a very convenient location and very close to the lake where you can go out in the morning and watch everybody exercise and dance. That’s a must when you’re in Hanoi!!

Such a great way to experience the fjords - from the water and the mountain tops. The boat experience was super cool to go racing through the water, see the waterfalls up close, learn about the different villages and the myths of the trolls. Robbie our guide was awesome!! And then the hike up to the goat farm was something else. The views were breathtaking. AnnaKaren the owner of the farm was amazing - the goats, the lunch, her hospitality - we couldn't have asked for anything better. And our guide Lauma was fantastic.

Such an amazing experience. There were only two of us so we had the whole sauna to ourselves. The views from inside the sauna, jumping in the fjord to cool off, truly incredible. At first I thought 2.5 hours would feel like forever, but then I didn't want it to end.

So fun! All five of us enjoyed the experience. The tea selection was extensive. Our host was so knowledgeable and helpful. The food was tasty and the kids were pleasantly surprised that they could ask for seconds on any of the offerings on their stands. They all requested second servings of sandwiches!! A lovely experience!

Great trip to see a very special place. SO much history and to keep it so well-preserved. Very special!!

This was a highlight - seeing the city sites at night on a boat with a lovely meal. So special. We lucked out with amazing weather. The live music was a treat while enjoying a four course dinner on the cruise. Just lovely!! And so easy to take the tube to get to the pier! Highly recommend. The kids loved it too!!

So many historical sites within. Like several museums within one place. The Crown Jewels were amazing. Seeing the armory was also so cool. Just in awe at the history of the place. Very special.

Chris our cab driver was so great! He customized the trip based on what our family was interested in and shared so many fun facts as well as tips about getting around London, best view for changing of the guard. We never felt rushed when stopping for photos. Also he rearranged his schedule to accommodate our flight being 2 hours late getting in and still took time to show us so many sites. Very friendly and knowledgeable about London history and site-seeing.

Beautiful hotel, spacious rooms, great common areas to sit in/read/enjoy a glass of wine, an outstanding breakfast buffet, and a great pool.

The entrance to the hotel is dingy, there's a tiny elevator that can barely fit two people and one suitcase, and the rooms are built sideways -- long but not wide enough. Two people cannot walk around at a time. There is no view from the balcony except into a much nicer hotel with amazing landscaping and a beautiful rooftop restaurant. The furniture is arranged in such a way that you cannot fit your suitcases. The breakfast area is dark and tiny, with only one table under a skylight that's worth eating at but that is always taken. WOULD NEVER STAY HERE AGAIN!

Because Santorini is so beautiful, no hotel can go wrong. But the rooms in this hotel were SO small that I couldn't stand up straight in the bedroom, and I'm only 5'4. The bathroom was so tiny I had to bend my head when entering and walk sideways. The balconies were nice but shared with so many rooms there was no privacy; one evening, the 20-year old boys staying in the room next door stayed up out on the balcony smoking and playing music and talking till 3:00 a.m., and they were so close we couldn't drown out the noise. The bar was not stocked with anything -- just empty liquor bottles -- and the bartender couldn't make anything except open some beer or wine. The staff was friendly and the breakfast was nice, but we spent no time in the rooms because they were so small and uncomfortable!

Though it is in a nice location, the hotel is tiny, with most rooms that overlook a wall. The manager is unfriendly, crochety, and completely arrogant. He put our kids in a smoking room, claimed he was sold out and couldn't switch them until we complained to our travel agent, refused to fix the broken TV & A/C in our room and instead accused my husband of breaking it. The balconies in two of our rooms were so small that all we could do is put our clothes out there to dry; there was little room for two people to sit and enjoy sunrise or sunset. The breakfast buffet looked really nice, but most of the breads and dry foods were stale because they put them away in a nearby cabinet, then take them out every morning.

The view/sunset was great, dinner was good, and snorkeling was enjoyable. But the cruise started off an hour and a half late, there were no snacks, there was only cheap wine and beer to drink instead of a full bar, and docking was 4 hours later than promised, making for a tiring day spent waiting and waiting and waiting and getting an OK experience. Also, the staff were not nice -- very busy and stressed.

This was my kids' favorite accommodation through the trip (F16, M13); the rooms were authentic, unique, and charming, but very comfortable. The kitchen suite allowed us to have cool snacks and drinks as we checked-in throughout our stay (crucial in the 34º+ celsius weather in Dubrovnik during our visit). The pool was also a highlight, and we enjoyed having drinks poolside, taking frequent dips to get out of the heat. The hotel is marked with gorgeous grounds and stunning view of the Adriatic - ideal for watching a summer sunset. Staff were fantastic throughout, and service was exemplary. The walk into Dubrovnik's old town wasn't bad for 3 active people, but I imagine the stairs (coupled with high heat of the summer) would have taxed many other visitors. For us, it was just an excuse to have more gelato, but for other visitors, it's pretty easy to book a car to the old town.

Gorgeous hotel right in the heart of old town split. Staff were welcoming, efficient, and helpful throughout our stay. The rooms were bright, clean, and spacious. We occupied a family suite with a view overlooking the square - we were able to catch the Euro final locally, and were treated to Spanish fans singing heartily at the conclusion of the final. Despite being over a busy square, the rooms were quiet and comfortable.

Really fun locale in the heart of the city, with whimsical decoration, but clean, comfortable, brightly lit rooms. Ideal if you like to be right in the heart of evening activity, steps away from delicious food options and nightlife.

What a fabulous hotel! Eco-designed and sustainably managed. The rooms were roomy and well appointed (especially the TV which was crucial given the Euro's were on!). The staff were incredibly warm, and provided us plenty of valuable information about activities and restaurants in the area.

Nice rooms and charming hotel, close from the main square

We had 2 rooms and living room + kitchen upstairs ! Beautiful view on the mountains. Great staff and every night you are invited to some traditional music and glass of wine.

Charming, beautiful hotel, great service and you can also enjoy fantastic massage ! Loved it !!

The best part of this modern style hotel is its location.

Rooms were ok but not as nice as the photos from the website. It seems they are the ones from the new building. Basic comfort and restaurant was so-so. Since the hotel is isolated in the forest, no choice but to stay in the hôtel for dinner

Was interesting but too short ( only museum and Saint Francisco church) ; could have added one more museum…

Lovely spacious apartment. Great location. Comfortable!

Location, location, location. Awesome hotel in the perfect spot in town. Amazing rooftop bar and comfortable rooms. Breakfast is also very good. Pool is crowded and people cover their chairs w towels and then never come back so we didn’t ever get more than one chair for 5 of us. Wish hotel regulated that more.

Location is amazing! Comfortable. Fit our family of 5 well. Front desk staff is great too. Breakfast is delicious.

Great apartment! A little difficult finding it but Fabio helped. AC wasn’t working 100% but weather outside was gorgeous so it didn’t matter. Amazing location.

Best guide ever! He was informative and kept it interesting for our children.

Informative guide. It was VERY hot but she gave us many breaks in the shade.

Perfect!

So much fun and informative.

Great! Loved the private tour. The stop in Capri was a little long…but besides that, it was great.

The room itself was clean with a nice view of the channel leading into the harbor through one window but looked out over the parking lot from another. It had a very small sitting room for viewing the ships arriving through the channel which was nice. The bathroom was small and would have been okay except on of the panels on the shower door was missing making it challenging to shower without spraying a lot of water on the floor. The hotel had a nice spread for breakfast and the food was very good. The staff was helpful. One of the clerks posted some mail for me and they were very accommodating about storing our luggage for an evening departure. The common areas of the hotel were, however, very shabby - desperately in need of new carpet and paint.

The room was extremely clean and recently remodeled. The bed was very comfortable, but the view out over the harbor was spectacular! I couldn't bet enough of the comings as goings in harbor. Breakfast was outstanding offering a wide array of options. We were very pleased with this hotel.

We contacted the hotel for an early check-in for one of our rooms and they happily complied.

Very large room with excellent furnishings and great bedside view of wildlife.

Thoroughly modern hotel with incredible facilities. Wished we could have stayed here a few more days to soak up the ambience.

Incredible lodges overlooking a vast desert with spectacular wildlife wandering by.

Very friendly local guide, thanks !

This was a very cute place to stay, and I have to stay that I had the best meal EVER at this particular place...for $6! :) The lady who runs it should be running a Michelin restaurant. The rooms are very simple but clean. Note there is no Wifi in any of the rooms, despite what their website says. Still..there are not a lot of options if you want to see Tierradentro, so I think this was totally the best option. It was very pretty and charming, and the lady and her family there were super friendly.

This place is very cute and spacious. Each room has great views and some rooms have fireplaces. The breakfast was delicious and the staff was super friendly. I personally had problems as I found the rooms very cold (there is no central heat...just space heaters) but my guide swooped in to help me resolve this. Also, the wifi in the rooms is again not totally reliable, but the staff there did their best to help me solve this. There are not too many places to stay in this particular area, and it was very pretty.

Really lovely hotel. I had a great stay here. The staff was super helpful, the breakfast was very tasty, and everything was more than I could have asked for. There was hot water in the showers and free wifi! Comfortable bed and quiet. I did get there early so could not check into my room but they watched my bag until the room was ready. I saw some other comments about the staff not speaking English and I just disagree. We are guests in their country and if you can't take the time to learn some basic Spanish then at least know you can use Google translate to communicate with them. I do not think the onus should be on the staff; it is on us as guests to be good visitors. I know rudimentary Spanish and I think they appreciated my attempt to be understood. The hotel is really well located and would totally stay there again.

What a lovely place! I was enchanted. So unique and special. Everyone there was so helpful and kind. Quiet and so cute! Lots os monkeys and you can hear the river nearby. I was the only tourist there but the staff was super friendly and helpful. Delicious food. It was really unique and I'd stay there again in a heartbeat.

This was my very favorite place to stay during my 9 day visit to Colombia. Granted, I think I stayed in the best room they had! But it was really remarkable and unique. The staff was very helpful, the breakfast was delicious, and the room I had was unbelievable. Probably the best place I have ever stayed. I agree with other comments about the barking dogs...they really need to do something about that! (Not chain them up at night??) But I still loved it and would stay there again in a heartbeat.

Great hotel! After more than a week of staying in some random and small places, it felt like luxury to find a clean hotel with wifi (everywhere!) and hot water in the shower! It was very clean and the customer service was impeccable. I think I was nearly the only tourist there, but everyone attended to me and helped me. I am especially grateful to Nathalie who was working in the kitchen. I walked down and gave her my dinner order, and she went above and beyond to make it special and deliver it to me. She was so kind and sweet...totally made my stay. Would stay there again in a heartbeat.

Loved my trip to the park. Learned a lot and the site was amazing.

Camila gave me a personal tour of the city, and it was really fun and interesting.

Loved my trip to the coffee farm! I learned a lot and the coffee was very good.

Loved my boat trip on the lagoon. It was cold and windy, but so pretty!

Visiting Las Lajas was one of the highlights of my trip. Brought me to tears...it was so pretty.

Loved seeing this cathedral! Totally unique. Worth a visit. My guide was awesome.

I loved my walking tour! I had a fantastic guide. Wish it were longer, but it was my first day after a long flight, and I was exhausted. Still, my guide was awesome.

Really interesting visit to this market!

Loved my hike to fin del mundo! It was much longer and more difficult than I first thought, but I am glad I did it. So beautiful.

Hotel was well located, had all the amenities we needed, and made the stay very comfortable. Very clean. The staff were incredibly warm, and I became convinced people in Nepal are generally so kind and welcoming

Great hotel close to airport and free breakfast included.

Great location, but no elevator for a 3-story hotel. The stair challenged should secure a room on the first floor.

In great location near Esplanade, great free breakfast included, however insect problem in bathroom was not addressed.

Top class hotel with great food and shopping.

Very interesting story of Paronella Park - glad we did it.

Liked all the various activities on this tour but spent a lot of time on the bus picking up and letting off passengers.

Shopped around tourist area, visited Armour Museum, Cairns Museum, Rusty's Markets, had amazing dinner at Bay Leaf Balinese restaurant, moonlight walk on Esplanade

If you are in Cairns, you have to actually go to the reef. Liked all the various activities you could do from the pontoon.

One of the highlights of our trip

One of the highlights of our entire Australia trip.

Good experience, but early morning with cold and wind. The gorge walk is challenging mainly due to the loose rubble you have to walk over - a barrier to some folks (us). The slope and distance would be no problem with a smoother route.

Viewing and food was great.

Great overall view of the city.

Great tour of this area.

Loved this visit with knowledgeable guide.