Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Wonderful 1 month in France
France | Apr 30 - May 29, 2025

Steve
Steve B.
San Francisco, CA | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
Wonderful 1 month in France Hotels were great, almost all guide were excellent, train connections all great except when the rails were covered with a landslide after a huge rainstorm. Nathalie called to let us know she was making alternate plans for us before we even knew there was a problem. Speaking better than normal French certainly helped, but everyone was very welcoming and gracious. Some minor things for the future: if you are leaving the hotel super early, don't include breakfast... Read more

Wonderful 1 month in France

Hotels were great, almost all guide were excellent, train connections all great except when the rails were covered with a landslide after a huge rainstorm. Nathalie called to let us know she was making alternate plans for us before we even knew there was a problem. Speaking better than normal French certainly helped, but everyone was very welcoming and gracious. Some minor things for the future: if you are leaving the hotel super early, don't include breakfast in the room charge, when staying in 2 different hotels in Paris the driver went to the first one instead when taking us to the train, the guide in the Camargue spoke almost no English which frustrated my wife (we didn't know it was French Mother's Day so the regular guide was not available). Some unforgettable experiences like the huge hail storm while with our private guide in the Louvre and while driving through the towns and mountains around Carcassonne we picked up a monk walking alone by the road who then gave us a private tour of the abbey.

Hotel Review
Hôtel Adèle & Jules
Paris

Loved the rooftop room and the chic breakfast. Neighborhood was full of great restaurants and easy to get to the metro. Quiet little cup de sac, but only a block from the boulevard. Easy walk to Place des Vosges.

Authenticity & Character
Nicely designed modernization of a somewhat small space.
Location
Quiet but near major boulevard and metro stop.
Staff
Always said hello and helped with restaurant suggestions.
Cleanliness & Comfort
No issues.
Local specialist: Nathalie Durand
Nathalie
Nathalie Durand
Local specialist in Beaujolais | Replied on Jun 24, 2025

Dear Steve,

First of all I want to thank you and Jane for your trust and I am happy to read that you enjoyed this third France journey with us and you 've returned with new, unforgettable memories !
I wish you the best !
regards
Nathalie

Trip of a lifetime.
Peru | May 31 - Jun 14, 2025

Eric
Eric R.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
We had an absolutely wonderful time while we were in Peru. The accommodations that we had were excellent. We enjoyed all of them in the various places that we stayed. The food was incredible and we had so much fun trying the different cuisines. Our guides and drivers were too notch. Susie in Lima was so much fun to be around and we loved the information that she shared with us. Edwin who was our guide to the Colca Canyon was so knowledgeable and excited to show us the condors as well as teach... Read more

We had an absolutely wonderful time while we were in Peru. The accommodations that we had were excellent. We enjoyed all of them in the various places that we stayed. The food was incredible and we had so much fun trying the different cuisines. Our guides and drivers were too notch. Susie in Lima was so much fun to be around and we loved the information that she shared with us. Edwin who was our guide to the Colca Canyon was so knowledgeable and excited to show us the condors as well as teach us about the plants in this area. Leo in the Sacred Valley was very enjoyable to explore with and learn more about Moray and the slat flats at Maras. Then our guide Henry on the Inca Trail was so fun and helpful along the way. Everyone was so friendly and helpful and punctual throughout the whole trip. We had the experience of a lifetime.

Hotel Reviews
Hacienda Puno
Puno
Authenticity & Character
Location
Great location and easy to walk to the main square and lots of options for food
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Muru Homely Hotel
Cusco

We loved this place. It was in a great little neighborhood that was a nice walk from the main square and allowed us to experience the local feel a little more.

Authenticity & Character
The view from the rooftop restaurant was extraordinary
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Pozo del Cielo
Arequipa - Caylloma - Chivay

This was a wonderful little place with quiet and comfortable rooms. Wish we could have stayed more than one night. They had a lovely little courtyard that we enjoyed immensely.

Authenticity & Character
Location
A bit of a walk from the main square but this provided some real charm to the place and our stay in Chivay
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
San Agustin Posada del Monasterio
Arequipa

Very nice accommodations, but we had a lot of street noise that made it a little harder to relax and sleep here

Authenticity & Character
Location
Great location with regards to the main square and food options
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Andean Wings Sacred Valley
Cusco

Such a special and beautiful place. We really enjoyed our stay here. They have such beautiful grounds and it was so peaceful here.

Authenticity & Character
Location
This was a bit out of the way and close to many other things, but this was okay for as it was nice and relaxing
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Santuario Machupicchu
Aguas Calientes
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Carolina Luduena
Carolina
Carolina Luduena
Local specialist in Cordoba | Replied on Jun 24, 2025
Hi Eric, Thank you so much for taking the time to share this wonderful feedback! I’m so happy to hear that you had such a great time in Peru and that everything went smoothly throughout your trip. It really sounds like you had an amazing mix of experiences. I love hearing how much you enjoyed your guides: Susie, Edwin, Leo, and Henry. All bring so much passion to what they do, and it’s fantastic to know they made such a great impression! Also, I’m glad to hear that the hotels were a good... Read more

Hi Eric,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this wonderful feedback! I’m so happy to hear that you had such a great time in Peru and that everything went smoothly throughout your trip.

It really sounds like you had an amazing mix of experiences. I love hearing how much you enjoyed your guides: Susie, Edwin, Leo, and Henry. All bring so much passion to what they do, and it’s fantastic to know they made such a great impression!

Also, I’m glad to hear that the hotels were a good fit for you. From the peaceful vibe in the Sacred Valley to the cozy atmosphere in Chivay, it seems like each place added something unique to your journey.

Thanks again for letting me be a part of this adventure.

Warm wishes,
Carolina

Our experience with KimKim was fantastic!
Japan | Jun 4 - Jun 14, 2025

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Carey R.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
Our experience with KimKim was fantastic. From planning to guidance while traveling, we felt very supported. Leny was very helpful and made some last minute changes to accommodate us without hesitation. The local guides and hotels were great. The peace of mind that came with having Leny help plan and keep us on track enabled me to relax and enjoy my vacation! If you are on the fence about using KimKim, I would highly recommend. Read more

Our experience with KimKim was fantastic. From planning to guidance while traveling, we felt very supported. Leny was very helpful and made some last minute changes to accommodate us without hesitation. The local guides and hotels were great. The peace of mind that came with having Leny help plan and keep us on track enabled me to relax and enjoy my vacation! If you are on the fence about using KimKim, I would highly recommend.

Activity Review
Best of Shibuya Food Tour
Best of Shibuya Food Tour
Tokyo

My daughter and I loved this experience! Clara was such a great guide. We were able to experience a wide variety of foods from wonderful locations that would have been impossible for us to explore on our own in one evening! Her knowledge of the food and area was excellent and she shared so much that added to the experience. Would highly recommend!

Quality of Experience
Clara was fantastic!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She was so friendly and knowledgeable!
Local specialist: Leny Vergara
Leny
Leny Vergara
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Jun 23, 2025

Hi Carey,

I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed your trip to Japan! Thank you for letting me be part of this special mother-and-daughter trip! It was a pleasure working with you on the planning. My goal was really to give you peace of mind so you could fully relax and enjoy the vacation, and I’m so happy to hear that you did!

Warm regards,
Leny

Fabulous Custom Scotland!
Scotland | Jun 10 - Jun 21, 2025

Melissa
Melissa C.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
Kate did an awesome job tailoring our trip around Scotland with a wonderful balance of scheduled activities, suggested daily itineraries that still left us lots of flexibility to be spontaneous and explore. The accommodations were a range from 5 star resort to lovely B&B and all places I would have never found or booked myself. We made adjustments to meet budget requirements without sacrificing amenities. Read more

Kate did an awesome job tailoring our trip around Scotland with a wonderful balance of scheduled activities, suggested daily itineraries that still left us lots of flexibility to be spontaneous and explore. The accommodations were a range from 5 star resort to lovely B&B and all places I would have never found or booked myself. We made adjustments to meet budget requirements without sacrificing amenities.

Hotel Reviews
Cameron house

Gorgeous grounds and property. Multiple restaurant options, Great location. First class amenities

Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dungallan Country House
Oban

Lovely B&B a quick walk up the hill from downtown Oban. Historic charm but still very comfortable

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
put together to go lunches last minute for us and breakfast was wonderful
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa
Isle of Mull

Beautiful views, nice restaurant, good amenities

Authenticity & Character
Location
very convenient to ferry
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ullinish House
Isle of Skye

Loved this was private and off the beaten path from the main busy tourist areas

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Moness Resort & Spa
Aberfeldy

Slightly away from downtown, lovely grounds, Rooms are a bit dated.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Edinburgh Old Town Tour
Edinburgh Old Town Tour
Edinburgh
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Inverness Walking Tour
Private Inverness Walking Tour
Scotland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal Cruise
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal Cruise
Inverness
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on Jun 23, 2025
Hi Melissa, Thank you so much for your kind review! It was an absolute pleasure working with you and Margie to craft such a special mother-daughter trip. As both a daughter and a mother of a daughter, I always feel especially connected when tailoring these trips, and I’m so happy to hear that everything worked out so well for you both ❤️ I also want to congratulate Margie on her 70th birthday! What a wonderful way to celebrate such a milestone with a memorable trip. Wishing her plenty of... Read more

Hi Melissa,

Thank you so much for your kind review! It was an absolute pleasure working with you and Margie to craft such a special mother-daughter trip. As both a daughter and a mother of a daughter, I always feel especially connected when tailoring these trips, and I’m so happy to hear that everything worked out so well for you both ❤️

I also want to congratulate Margie on her 70th birthday! What a wonderful way to celebrate such a milestone with a memorable trip. Wishing her plenty of amazing trips ahead!

I’m delighted that the balance of activities, flexibility, and accommodations exceeded your expectations, and that you had the opportunity to make such beautiful memories together in Scotland.

Wishing you and Margie many more wonderful travels and experiences.

Warmly,
Kate

Family of four goes to France
France | Jun 11 - Jun 21, 2025

Alex
Alex G.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
Our family of four (kids aged 14 and 12) had a great time on our trip to France, which Kimkim planned. We enjoyed each activity they had planned for us. We had multiple private tours scheduled, and each guide was exceptional. All respected all of our wants and needs to the utmost degree. All of the transfers worked very smoothly as well. The travel specialists listened to all of our requests and delivered.
Only two minor gripes, which downgrade my review to 4 stars instead of 5. The travel...
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Our family of four (kids aged 14 and 12) had a great time on our trip to France, which Kimkim planned. We enjoyed each activity they had planned for us. We had multiple private tours scheduled, and each guide was exceptional. All respected all of our wants and needs to the utmost degree. All of the transfers worked very smoothly as well. The travel specialists listened to all of our requests and delivered.
Only two minor gripes, which downgrade my review to 4 stars instead of 5. The travel specialists changed multiple times during the planning, and it would have been nice to have this be more consistent, as I feel the trip could have been a little more personalized if rapport had been built with one specialist. The other small detail was that our trip documents were not released to us until very close to the trip, so some of the details were unknown until that time, which led to a small amount of anxiety.
That being said, neither of these things impacted how we enjoyed the logistics and events that were laid out for us. We did have a fantastic trip!

Hotel Reviews
Hôtel Le Tourville Paris
Paris

Our family of four stayed in the family suite (1 king and two twin beds) on the top (sixth) floor for five nights. We truly enjoyed our stay. The suite fit us very well. As expected in Paris, it was a little small, but we made do. The closet and bathroom were nice and large. This is a boutique hotel, and as such, it does not offer some of the amenities that larger hotels typically provide, such as a pool or spa. That being said, the staff were charming and helpful, and the breakfast options were plentiful.

Authenticity & Character
They have a French writing theme, which is unique
Location
It is very close to a Metro stop and easily within walking distance of the Eiffel Tower and the Seine.
Staff
Always available and attentive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room was cleaned daily and no signs of any distress in the rest of the hotel.
Negrecoste Hotel and Spa
Aix en Provence
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Le Meridien Nice
Nice
Authenticity & Character
Location
If I could give this more than 5 stars, I would.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Seine Cruise with Commentary
Seine Cruise with Commentary
Paris

This was the kids favorite part of our time in France.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Family Bicycle Tour of Paris
Family Bicycle Tour of Paris
Paris

Our family left the Le Peloton Cafe in Le Marais for a private tour. Cedric was our guide, and he provided us with very informative insights. We covered a fair territory on the bike for a total of 5-6 miles.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Tour in the Alpilles, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, and Les Baux de Provence with Wine Tastings
Tour in the Alpilles, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, and Les Baux de Provence with Wine Tastings
France
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Greg, from A la Francaise, was an amazing guide.
Sweet Side Food Tour of Paris
Sweet Side Food Tour of Paris
Paris
Montmartre & Sacré-Coeur walking tour
Montmartre & Sacré-Coeur walking tour
Paris
Louvre Late Opening Private tour
Louvre Late Opening Private tour
Paris
Eiffel Tower Summit Ticket
Eiffel Tower Summit Ticket
Paris
Villages and Markets of the Luberon
Villages and Markets of the Luberon
France
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Greg was a fantastic guide from A la francaise.
Monaco, Eze and La Turbie Tour Private Tour
Monaco, Eze and La Turbie Tour Private Tour
France
Local specialist: Justine Edelin
Justine
Justine Edelin
Local specialist in Lacenas | Replied on Jun 23, 2025
Bonjour Alex, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful time in France and that you enjoyed the activities, private tours, and smooth logistics. It's great to know that the guides made a strong impression and that the trip met your expectations overall. We truly appreciate your honest feedback regarding the changes in travel specialists and the timing of the final documents. It is our process to have... Read more

Bonjour Alex,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful time in France and that you enjoyed the activities, private tours, and smooth logistics. It's great to know that the guides made a strong impression and that the trip met your expectations overall.

We truly appreciate your honest feedback regarding the changes in travel specialists and the timing of the final documents. It is our process to have the same travel agent though out the planning of each trip, but we had some chnages in our end / earlier this year and this is the reason of these changes !

Most importantly, we're so glad these aspects didn’t take away from the enjoyment of your trip. It was a pleasure to help plan your family’s journey, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!

Warm regards,
Justine

Kristy - organized a great itinerary based on...
Peru | Jun 1 - Jun 15, 2025

Pravina
Pravina M.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
Kristy - organized a great itinerary based on our specific preferences. She was responsive if something went wrong during the trip.
Luis - very knowledgeable about the Amazon and very friendly
Fisher - took care of dietary needs for one of our travellers and made sure to ask about this first at any restaurant for us. Great guide and fun company on hikes. Knowledgeable about the history of Peru
Jose - very enthusiastic about Puño and made our day enjoyable. He accompanied us to the airport...
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Kristy - organized a great itinerary based on our specific preferences. She was responsive if something went wrong during the trip.
Luis - very knowledgeable about the Amazon and very friendly
Fisher - took care of dietary needs for one of our travellers and made sure to ask about this first at any restaurant for us. Great guide and fun company on hikes. Knowledgeable about the history of Peru
Jose - very enthusiastic about Puño and made our day enjoyable. He accompanied us to the airport and made sure all was okay with our check in the day we departed.
Drivers - very friendly and we felt safe with all drivers

Hotel Reviews
Posada Amazonas Lodge
Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios

Great service. Need to be made aware of the fact that your room is completely open to the outside in addition to the bathroom. There was an animal that came into our room in the middle of the night which was scary. If you are into this, the go for it. It was still a good experience and we met lots of nice travellers there.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Abittare Hotels
Cusco

Nice hotel and great location. However there is no central heating system and there is only a radiator in the room so it was quite chilly.

Activity Reviews
Posada Amazonas Excursions
Posada Amazonas Excursions
Puerto Maldonado

We did not see the birds doing the clay licks which was disappointing. We tried twice but were told that another location might have been more promising/guarunteed.

Lake Titicaca Tour: Uros Floating Islands & Taquile Island
Lake Titicaca Tour: Uros Floating Islands & Taquile Island
Puno

Táquile island was not worth the two hour boat ride there and back. It was very similar to things we had already seen and there was no significantly different activity there. Would rather have gone in the city or done a different activity.

PeruRail Titicaca Train: A Scenic Journey from Cusco to Puno
PeruRail Titicaca Train: A Scenic Journey from Cusco to Puno
Peru

Amazing experience! Did not feel like ten hours, lots of good entertainment and food. Service was great and the views were stunning

Local specialist: Kristy Tizon
Kristy
Kristy Tizon
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Jun 23, 2025

Hi Pravina,
Thank you so much for the review! I'm so glad everything went smoothly and that you enjoyed your time in Peru. I'll make sure to pass on your kind words to Luis, Fisher, Jose, and the drivers—they'll be thrilled to hear it. Let us know about any future trips to South America, we'd love to help you plan another trip!

Best,
Kristy

Had a wonderful Kimkim planned a well though...
Norway | Jun 7 - Jun 15, 2025

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Sangeeta D.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Had a wonderful
Kimkim planned a well thought out trip
Thank you team

Local specialist: Alex Mottler

Sarah and Ivan were wonderful throughout. Fro...
Croatia | Jun 12 - Jun 21, 2025

Carol
Carol H.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
Sarah and Ivan were wonderful throughout. From helping us tweak the itinerary to make the trip just what we wanted to answering questions while we were in Croatia, the interactions were great! Read more

Sarah and Ivan were wonderful throughout. From helping us tweak the itinerary to make the trip just what we wanted to answering questions while we were in Croatia, the interactions were great!

Activity Reviews
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Split

Stunningly beautiful! We were there for 3 hours and could easily have spent another three just wandering through the pathways enjoying the natural beauty!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hvar Wine Tasting Excursion
Hvar Wine Tasting Excursion
Hvar

Much more than just a wine tour! You get a great tour of the area surrounding Hvar Town including several stops at scenic overlooks to take pictures. And of course the wine tasting was wonderful! Our guide also gave us great tips and even helped us secure a last minute reservation at a restaurant for that evening.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Marija was amazing!
Transport
Day Trip to Montenegro
Day Trip to Montenegro
Dubrovnik

Wonderful day trip to a beautiful location. Our driver was amazing and kept us entertained with stories and facts all day. He let us customize our trip mid-day so we could visit exactly the areas we wanted to see.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day Trip to the Caves & Beaches of Vis Island by boat
Day Trip to the Caves & Beaches of Vis Island by boat
Hvar

We loved doing this trip as a small group. It allowed everyone to participate in all activities/experiences but still get to know your fellow travelers. Blue cave was stunning, and visiting the various coves and inlets was great fun!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Sarah Cosic
Sarah
Sarah Cosic
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Jun 23, 2025

Thanks so much for taking the time to review, Carol! We're so happy you enjoyed the trip and we love your photos!! All the best from Ivan and me :)

Professional, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, an...
Norway | Jun 11 - Jun 21, 2025

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Huiying Y.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Professional, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and the pride of Norwegians! Read more

Professional, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and the pride of Norwegians!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Aurlandsfjord
Aurland

The room feels warm, comfortable and clean. I especially like the breakfast and dinner. The food is fresh, nutritious, varied and delicious.

Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Radisson Blu Royal Hotel
Bergen
Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Krista Muuk
Krista
Krista Muuk
Local specialist in Kristiansand | Replied on Jun 22, 2025

Hi Huiying!

Thank you so much for this amazing review! Really great to hear that the overall experience was good!

Wishing you all the best for your future travels!
Krista

Very Impressed!
Peru | Jun 10 - Jun 15, 2025

Jennifer
Jennifer B.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
I was very impressed with KimKim Travel! From the pick up at the airport to the hotels to the guides to all the places we visited! The process of planning the trip was so easy. The agent listened to what I wanted to do and stayed within my budget. It was so nice to not have to worry about transfers to/from airport. Our guides were very knowledgeable and enjoyable to be with. I highly recommend KimKim and I will definitely use them again! Read more

I was very impressed with KimKim Travel! From the pick up at the airport to the hotels to the guides to all the places we visited! The process of planning the trip was so easy. The agent listened to what I wanted to do and stayed within my budget. It was so nice to not have to worry about transfers to/from airport. Our guides were very knowledgeable and enjoyable to be with. I highly recommend KimKim and I will definitely use them again!

Hotel Reviews
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Cusco

The Sonesta was great! The staff was very friendly and helpful! The location was perfect! Within easy walking distance to restaurants, shops, and the main square. The breakfast buffet was great with a variety of dishes including local dishes! I highly recommend the Sonesta!

Authenticity & Character
Location
It is close to restaurants, shops and the main square.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room was very clean, comfortable and had everything we needed.
Inti Punku MachuPicchu Hotel & Suites
Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes

The location of the Inti Punku was perfect. A very short walk from the train station.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
While the room was clean, it was a little small but since we were only there for one quick night.
Activity Reviews
Private tour to Sacsayhuaman & The Sacred Valley: Andean animals
Private tour to Sacsayhuaman & The Sacred Valley: Andean animals
Cusco

Our tour guide was very informative and friendly.

Quality of Experience
Food
We didn't eat any meals on the tour.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private tour to Chinchero, Moray, Maras  & Ollantaytambo & Train to Aguas Calientes
Private tour to Chinchero, Moray, Maras & Ollantaytambo & Train to Aguas Calientes
Peru

Wow! We thoroughly enjoyed seeing the sites! The train to Aguas Calientes was great!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very friendly, informative and helpful!
Transport
Explore Machu Picchu & Return to Cusco  (Private Guided tour in Machu Picchu)
Explore Machu Picchu & Return to Cusco (Private Guided tour in Machu Picchu)
Peru
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was great! She was very informative and friendly!
Transport
Local specialist: Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca

Best aspects of using Kimkim: the ease of pl...
Portugal | May 14 - May 27, 2025

Kara
Kara M.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
Best aspects of using Kimkim: the ease of planning and booking with Marisa, the operators we used, such as the drivers and tour guides - all fabulous, on time and totally professional. We thought all the hotels were great choices in prime locations. Loved all the included enormous breakfast buffets at the hotels as well. Highlights of our activities were: Porto sunset cruise with tastings- loved the hosts, the boat, and scenery; farm dinner cooking experience with dinner; cave boat... Read more

Best aspects of using Kimkim: the ease of planning and booking with Marisa, the operators we used, such as the drivers and tour guides - all fabulous, on time and totally professional. We thought all the hotels were great choices in prime locations. Loved all the included enormous breakfast buffets at the hotels as well.

Highlights of our activities were: Porto sunset cruise with tastings- loved the hosts, the boat, and scenery; farm dinner cooking experience with dinner; cave boat tour at Ponte de Piedad. We loved the e-bike tour but it was a little scary going through the center of Cascais with pedestrians, traffic, wind/sand and biking on the elevated boardwalk- would not recommend for those not comfortable on bikes. Was expecting something more relaxing.

Marisa was thoughtful with the itinerary and allowed us to see a lot of the country with some fun activities along the way. For example, we loved having drivers take us through the Duoro Valley and our wine tasting and lunch at the winery. The tours were well timed for when we arrived in a city to give us the lay of the land. We could have perhaps planned a little less full days or more ‘days off’ here and there.

Overall we loved our experience and are grateful to Kimkim for lining it all up. We would definitely book another trip with them.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Cascais Miragem
Cascais

We loved this hotel and wish we had had more time here. The location was prime, with views of the ocean, we enjoyed great drinks at the bar, and the breakfast buffet and outdoor seating area were fantastic. The lobby is beautiful with a glass elevator, allowing you to see the amazing views on your ride up to your room.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right on the coast
Staff
Bellhops and front desk personnel were friendly and very helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The bathroom was gorgeous with views of the ocean, very clean and spacious. The bedroom was generously sized with a huge bed. Best of all was the huge balcony. Again, wish we had had more time here.
PortoBay Marquês
Lisbon
Authenticity & Character
We loved our apartment, suite-style rooms with a separate living area.
Location
Centrally located, easy for cars to drive to, and walking distance to most parts of Lisbon.
Staff
Very warm and welcoming
Cleanliness & Comfort
All good!
Cascade Wellness Resort
Lagos

Ideal and tranquil location away from the fray, along the coast, with walking trails all along the cliffs, proximity to beaches, town, and unbelievable views. Staff was helpful and friendly and the breakfast buffet was unbelievable. Loved the spaciousness of our apartment, it was perfect for traveling with our two young adult daughters. We enjoyed the pool as well but wish we’d had more time for everything.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Great beds, nice kitchen and great to have laundry in unit.
Pousada Convento de Evora
Évora
Authenticity & Character
Very authentic and beautiful. Loved being in an actual convent. Breakfast area was lovely.
Location
Central with a beautiful Roman temple just outside.
Staff
All were great.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room feels a bit dated but the beds were comfortable. A shower rather than just a tub would be nice.
Activity Reviews
Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service
Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service
Portugal

Delicious lunch: very elegant and upscale. The wine flowed- maybe too much! - and we were grateful to have a driver for the way home. The valley is so beautiful and we were really glad to have spent the day seeing it.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Scenic Group Boat Voyage along the Douro River
Scenic Group Boat Voyage along the Douro River
Portugal

This boat cruise was okay. They arrived late, and therefore our trip left late and yet we ended ‘on time.’ The scenery was nice but nothing spectacular and my opinion is that seeing the valley from the road was better. We were served champagne and trail mix. I would probably skip this one.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Driver, Rafael, was a great driver and very courteous.
Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner
Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner
Portugal

Fado was pretty good, not sure I’d do it again if the meal were a part of it. I’d prefer to only see the music and skip the dinner.

Quality of Experience
Food
Transport
Great driver
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon

Margarita was super knowledgable and friendly. We felt that we saw a good portion of Lisbon and loved the Alfama area and its character. Was great to have a private tour for just our family.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
On time, trustworthy, safe drivers, friendly and knowledgeable.
Transport
We loved our drivers: Rafael, Carlos, Ivo and Ricardo. Comfortable car too and held all our luggage.
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Portugal

We loved seeing the Pena Palace, the Cabo da Roca and Cascais. Carlos was a fabulous driver and gave us a great tour and service. Also is a very interesting person with a lot of knowledge about Portugal.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto

Loved our tour. Andres was awesome. It was an in-depth glimpse of the city with the perspective of how different ethnic groups were treated in Porto. We saw so much of the city and learned a lot of history. He also shared lots of food recommendations with us.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Two-Hour Private River Cruise in the Picturesque city of Porto
Two-Hour Private River Cruise in the Picturesque city of Porto
Porto

Ivo began our evening with a short driving tour of Foz Do Duoro. The sunset boat cruise was stunning, with the boat to ourselves and a generous port tasting on the top deck. We loved our hostess, Karina, she could not have been sweeter. Both she and Ivo spoke fantastic English and were very personable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
 Exclusive Panoramic Boat Tour to the Ponta da Piedade Caves
Exclusive Panoramic Boat Tour to the Ponta da Piedade Caves
Portugal

The boat tour was incredible. We couldn’t believe how well the driver could get in and out of the caves and other tight areas. The scenery was amazing. The only downside is that we were told the wrong start time by Kimkim and so we lost out on ½ hour of the tour.

Step Back in Time with a Private Guided Tour of Évora and the Bones Chapel!
Step Back in Time with a Private Guided Tour of Évora and the Bones Chapel!
Portugal

Joao was a fantastic guide who spoke great English. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing the Cathedral of Evora, the aqueduct, city, and the Chapel of the Bones. Definitely worth seeing!! So glad we spent a couple nights in Evora.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Joao was informative and personable.
To Eat Suggestion: Luca´s Rooftop Restaurant
To Eat Suggestion: Luca´s Rooftop Restaurant
Portugal

Views, food and service. Top notch!! One of my best dinners of the trip.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Embark on a Flavorful Cooking Class with a Meal at the Farm
Embark on a Flavorful Cooking Class with a Meal at the Farm
Portugal

This was one of the highlights of the trip. The grounds were lovely and we received a tour before the class started. Chef Ines was a great instructor, communicator and chef. We loved the interactive nature of the activity, and learning how to make a couple local dishes. Best of all was enjoying dinner in the picture perfect setting with phenomenal views.

Quality of Experience
Chef Ines and the setting
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Cascais-Sintra Exclusive E-Bike Adventure
Cascais-Sintra Exclusive E-Bike Adventure
Portugal

This ended up being a fun tour but I would not recommend it for inexperienced bikers. Juliano arrived late and led us off on a tour of the city, going through red lights, roundabouts, narrow ramps, and cobblestone city streets, weaving around pedestrians. We headed along the shore, with some very strong wind and then up a sketchy boardwalk. He should have been checking in with us. I was not very comfortable and we were relieved no one got hurt.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Marisa Agulhas
Marisa
Marisa Agulhas
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jun 23, 2025

Hi Kara,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience with us and that everything worked out so well.
Your activity highlights sound amazing and we also really appreciate your note about the e-bike tour in Cascais :)

And the photos - wow!! You look truly happy, and it’s such a joy to see those moments captured.

We’re so glad the itinerary gave you a great mix of sights and experiences across Portugal. Thanks again for traveling with us!!

Your Friend in Portugal - Marisa

Beauty and Fun of Crete
Greece | Jun 5 - Jun 18, 2025

Helen
Helen M.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
We loved our entire trip to Greece from Athens to Delphi to Meteora to Corinth to Naxos to Santorini to Chiana. However, our stay on Crete was the best. Yannis, our guide/sous chef, for our cooking experience was funny, informative, and helpful. The food we cooked was tasty and filling. We ran into Yannis the next day and it was like running into an old friend. We also had a great time with George - our guide for our River Trekking experience. He knew all the great places to stop along... Read more

We loved our entire trip to Greece from Athens to Delphi to Meteora to Corinth to Naxos to Santorini to Chiana. However, our stay on Crete was the best. Yannis, our guide/sous chef, for our cooking experience was funny, informative, and helpful. The food we cooked was tasty and filling. We ran into Yannis the next day and it was like running into an old friend. We also had a great time with George - our guide for our River Trekking experience. He knew all the great places to stop along the way, went at our pace and offered various options for splitting up due to various thrill seeking levels. Hiking in the river was fun even in the cold water. The views from our final wine tasting/olive oil tasting experience were incredible. Sitting in the mountains and marveling at their beauty and majesty was the perfect way to end a relaxing trip.

Activity Reviews
Old Town Food Walk
Old Town Food Walk
Naxos
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Traditional Cretan Cooking Experience
Private Traditional Cretan Cooking Experience
Chania
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Siena Mueller
Siena
Siena Mueller
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Jun 25, 2025

Thank you so much, Helen, for your wonderful review! It sounds like you made the absolute most of your journey through Greece, and I’m thrilled to hear Crete stood out as a favorite. 🇬🇷🕊️ I love that you ran into Yannis the next day— how serendipitous! George’s river trek adventure and your final mountaintop tasting experience also sound unforgettable — the perfect blend of nature, flavor, and fun. Thank you again for sharing your experience and I hope we can help you plan another amazing kimkim adventure soon! ✨

Fabulous Trip - Well Taken Care Of
England | Jun 8 - Jun 16, 2025

JoJo
JoJo H.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Jane and her team did an amazing job setting up and organizing our trip. She listened to all our requirements, and we were able to everything on our wish list. She was even able to arrange a special tour to the White Cliffs of Dover with GoTours, even though they normally don’t do that tour on Sundays. All the tour guides were exceptional, especially Daniel in Glastonbury, David for Stonehenge & Crop Circles, and Christian for the White Cliffs of Dover. Thanks for a fabulous trip!!! Will... Read more

Jane and her team did an amazing job setting up and organizing our trip. She listened to all our requirements, and we were able to everything on our wish list. She was even able to arrange a special tour to the White Cliffs of Dover with GoTours, even though they normally don’t do that tour on Sundays. All the tour guides were exceptional, especially Daniel in Glastonbury, David for Stonehenge & Crop Circles, and Christian for the White Cliffs of Dover. Thanks for a fabulous trip!!! Will definitely use Kim Kim again.

Hotel Reviews
The Crown Hotel
Glastonbury

Excellent food, service & view of square, but noisy over the square due to traffic, restaurant patio and homeless people hanging out. Also very hard to get luggage up/down narrow, circular steps to the 3rd floor.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Royal Hotel
Bath

The rooms were nice & spacious, but I wouldn’t recommend this hotel due to being right across from the train station, every night had lack of hot water in showers, beds were hard and food was just fair.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Wellington Hotel by Blue Orchid
London

Good location, nicely updated rooms, but beds were hard, they have the bathroom light on motion sensor so you get blasted with light when trying to go to the bathroom during the night. AC wasn’t cool enough. Ordering Al Fresca dining was a bit unorganized - had to order from the bar area, then they had to keep calling down to the kitchen to see if food choices were available, couldn’t even get bread. We ordered the night before a Grab & Go Breakfast since we were leaving early, and they lost 2 of the 4 orders.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Jane Davey
Jane
Jane Davey
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on Jun 23, 2025
Dear JoJo Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review—it truly made my day! I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed the trip and that we were able to tick off everything on your wish list, including that special White Cliffs of Dover tour with GoTours. It was a pleasure arranging it all for you, and I’m especially happy to hear that the guides—Daniel, David, and Christian—made such a great impression. They’ll be thrilled to know they helped make your journey so memorable! Thank... Read more

Dear JoJo

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review—it truly made my day! I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed the trip and that we were able to tick off everything on your wish list, including that special White Cliffs of Dover tour with GoTours. It was a pleasure arranging it all for you, and I’m especially happy to hear that the guides—Daniel, David, and Christian—made such a great impression. They’ll be thrilled to know they helped make your journey so memorable!

Thank you also for your honest feedback on the hotels. I really appreciate you taking the time to share what worked and where there’s room for improvement—this helps us fine-tune future experiences for you and other travelers.

It was a true pleasure traveling with you, and I’m so pleased to hear you had a fabulous time. Looking forward to helping you plan your next adventure with KimKim when the travel bug bites again!

Warmest regards,
Jane

The best see all Croatia trip, ever!
Croatia | Apr 16 - Apr 26, 2025

Kate
Kate K.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
We couldn’t have asked for a better trip than the one Bruno planned for us. Croatia was my dream trip for 10 years and I had a rough idea of the big things I wanted to do but no idea where to start. With so much to see and 11 days available Bruno gave us the best possible guide through it. We were able to see parts of Istria, travel inland and go to two different national parks, as well as visit Dubrovnik and Split AND do a cave tour and we never felt rushed. Bruno took my many questions and... Read more

We couldn’t have asked for a better trip than the one Bruno planned for us. Croatia was my dream trip for 10 years and I had a rough idea of the big things I wanted to do but no idea where to start. With so much to see and 11 days available Bruno gave us the best possible guide through it. We were able to see parts of Istria, travel inland and go to two different national parks, as well as visit Dubrovnik and Split AND do a cave tour and we never felt rushed. Bruno took my many questions and feedback and must haves and made me feel so supported and lessened my anxiety over traveling. I will never stop recommended Croatia to anyone I meet and I highly recommend using Bruno and Kimkim!!

Hotel Review
Villa Filaus

INCREDIBLE stay right in Dubrovnik with easy access to the coast, to the promenade, and the bus stop that takes you to old town! The room was so clean, had every amenity we could hope for, and the best breakfast we’ve had during any travel. The host was also super nice, gave us great recommendations, and was so communicative!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Inland of Istria - towns on hills and truffle country
Inland of Istria - towns on hills and truffle country
Croatia

Motovun is a MUST. SEE. Such a cute town and the best food we had the whole trip! I had a delicious truffle pasta and my husband got a truffle soup and I dream about it every day. The drive there is also really pretty!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Bruno Martinović
Bruno
Bruno Martinović
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Jun 22, 2025

Hi Kate,

I'm glad to hear that you had a great time in Croatia.

Thank you very much for your feedback! I am happy to hear that I was able to fulfill your wishes and that you had a great time in Croatia.
It was a pleasure to arrange the trip for you.

Hope you took some lifelong memories from Croatia

Hope to stay in touch!

Many regards.

Bruno

Awesome trip!
Australia | Jun 7 - Jun 14, 2025

Lilly
Lilly R.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
The tours we went on were fabulous! We had a few bumps in the road as far as transportation and one outing being cancelled. However, they refunded us and even gave us a credit for another activity. Everything was handled very professionally, and they were easy to communicate with. The hotels Siena picked were great as well! Read more

The tours we went on were fabulous! We had a few bumps in the road as far as transportation and one outing being cancelled. However, they refunded us and even gave us a credit for another activity. Everything was handled very professionally, and they were easy to communicate with. The hotels Siena picked were great as well!

Hotel Review
Qualia
Whitsundays

This is the best hotel I have ever stayed in, including USA hotels. It was very clean and quiet. The staff was always around to help.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Beach Sunrise with Kangaroos & Wallabies
Beach Sunrise with Kangaroos & Wallabies
Airlie Beach

This activity was one of the best parts of our trip! We thoroughly enjoyed getting to see the wallabies in their natural habitat and watching them come out over the sunrise. I would recommend any animal or nature lover to take this trip!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Siena Mueller
Siena
Siena Mueller
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Jun 25, 2025

Thank you so much for your review, Lilly! I’m so glad to hear you loved the tours and that your experience with the kangaroos and wallabies was a highlight—it’s such a magical moment. While I’m sorry for the transportation hiccups and cancellation, I’m happy we were able to resolve them quickly. It means a lot to know that you enjoyed the hotels I selected, especially that Qualia was a standout! I hope you loved Australia enough to plan a return trip there again soon! 🇦🇺✨

Greece 2025 Awesome
Greece | Jun 2 - Jun 15, 2025

Lisa
Lisa E.
Brookhaven, GA | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Greece Was a trip of a lifetime!! KimKim’s planning and execution of our vacation was so worth it. Almost all of our outings were private and that’s what we like. The hotel selections were over the top. Highly recommended the cooking experience on a farm in Naxos. I ‘m glad we visited Mykonos, but will not go back. Party all night scene, and not for us, however our guide Maria did put us onto a restaurant that we got best table in the house, Food was Amazing and a pop up Greek experience... Read more

Greece Was a trip of a lifetime!! KimKim’s planning and execution of our vacation was so worth it. Almost all of our outings were private and that’s what we like. The hotel selections were over the top. Highly recommended the cooking experience on a farm in Naxos. I ‘m glad we visited Mykonos, but will not go back. Party all night scene, and not for us, however our guide Maria did put us onto a restaurant that we got best table in the house, Food was Amazing and a pop up Greek experience including throwing plates😂😂. Santorini was breathtakingly beautiful!! Next time, no Mykonos , and will add Crete.

Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Great trip all the way! Morocco is the best
Morocco | Jun 5 - Jun 14, 2025

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Hernan C.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Great trip all the way! Since planning all the advises I received from Yassine were very accurate and adapted to what we were looking for, during the whole trip we received the BEST attention by our driver, Said Misser, he very thoughtful, gentle and helpful, always thinking on the best ways for us to be comfortable and enjoying our time. The city tours were great, specially in Fes with Sarah, she helped us understand a lot more about the city and the country all the way. I totally rate the... Read more

Great trip all the way! Since planning all the advises I received from Yassine were very accurate and adapted to what we were looking for, during the whole trip we received the BEST attention by our driver, Said Misser, he very thoughtful, gentle and helpful, always thinking on the best ways for us to be comfortable and enjoying our time. The city tours were great, specially in Fes with Sarah, she helped us understand a lot more about the city and the country all the way. I totally rate the whole trip with 5 Stars and definitely recommend everybody to visit Morocco, specially with the help of the Kimkim team who will help you adapt you experience to what you are looking for and your group.

Hotel Reviews
Riad Jona
Marrakesh

Riad Jona is the best way to experience the Riad experience, very well located inside Marrakesh Medina, with great services and amenities.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Is located inside the medina but you will have to walk a little bit from the closest place a car can leave you
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Luxury Camp Chebbi
Merzouga

Luxury Camp Chebbi is the BEST way to experience your journey in the dessert. Starting from the dromedary experience, to the greatly decorated rooms to the AMAZING attention from the staff, you will have the best time in the area.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The Staff is great, very helpful and always doing their best for you to have a great time
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Sayeda Alhora
Fes

The Riad is inside Fes Medina but not in the best location. The Riad decoration is totally amazing, however rooms look a little outdated, hallways are very small and you will have to climb many stairs.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Staff is very helpful!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms are little outdated and there were bad odors
Dar Meziana
Chefchaouene

The Dar is very well located inside the Medina, the staff is very friendly and the rooms are very good, however you will have to climb MANY stairs and hallways going upwards, you need to have that in mind because the closest place a car can leave you is about 800 metres away.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Overnight in the Sahara Desert
Overnight in the Sahara Desert
Morocco

This is by far the best activity to do in Morocco, the experience is totally great and the staff is very helpful for you to have the best time!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Exploring the Medina and Historical Sites Of Marrakesh
Exploring the Medina and Historical Sites Of Marrakesh
Marrakesh

It is a great way to understand more about the old Marrakesh city, when starting talk to your guide and tell him/her that you would like to know more about the Medina and Marrakesh that shopping

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Desert Adventures in the Sahara Desert with Overnight in the Sahara Desert
Guided Desert Adventures in the Sahara Desert with Overnight in the Sahara Desert
Morocco

The activity is totally amazing, it is an additional activity when staying at the dessert, TOTALLY worth it, if you have time to spend two nights at the dessert you should totally make it.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Exploring the Imperial City and Medieval Medina of Fes
Exploring the Imperial City and Medieval Medina of Fes
Fes

This is a great activity to get to know and understand more about the old city of Fes, which is the oldest city in Morocco, it is amazing! Talk to your city guide since the beginning of the activity and tell him/her that you are more interested on getting to know more about the city and places inside the Medina than stopping for shopping so you can experience more of the city

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Yassine Echcherki

Family Trip of a lifeetime!
Ireland | Jun 7 - Jun 15, 2025

Barbara
Barbara B.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Trip was amazing, starting with our short stay at the Ashling Hotel when we first landed in Dublin. The hotel is beautiful, the food delicious and service outstanding. Two of us had a date at the Ink Factory for Tattoos, where we had some of the nicest artist who made our touchdown welcoming.
Our next day took us to Cork, stating at the Clayton Hotel. We did a tour of the Killarney Castle and Middleton's Jameson Distillery. I would recommend they be done on separate days but we made a...
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Trip was amazing, starting with our short stay at the Ashling Hotel when we first landed in Dublin. The hotel is beautiful, the food delicious and service outstanding. Two of us had a date at the Ink Factory for Tattoos, where we had some of the nicest artist who made our touchdown welcoming.
Our next day took us to Cork, stating at the Clayton Hotel. We did a tour of the Killarney Castle and Middleton's Jameson Distillery. I would recommend they be done on separate days but we made a day of it. When touring the Castle don't skip exploring the property... what finds there are! The people at Jamison were outstanding; such knowledge and made you feel immersed in the process. We were happily surprised to do a premium tasting, which was a wonderful treat...took home one of those premium whiskeys.
My nephew feels Killarney is the place for him...we spent three nights at the Randall's, which I would recommend everyone stay! The staff, rooms and food is amazing. Plus they have a covered patio with blankets and heaters to sit and wind down from a long day. While there plan on. A trip to Faha Falconry; we had a private visit and it was amazing! Expect a road trip that is something itself to talk about.
Galway is the place to eat! Our food tour had me trying dishes that I never would have. Have a love raspberry croissants and clams now. So much to eat!
There was so much we did... such a horseback riding, sailing and a jaunty ride, that i could talk forever about. Kimkim did an amazing job on helping us plan a family trip of a lifetime to see where my grandmother was born and raised. Thank you, Claire and the Kim Kim team!

Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Jun 25, 2025
Hey Barbara, Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful, detailed review! I’m thrilled to hear that your trip was truly memorable and that you enjoyed every aspect of your journey—from the warm welcome at the Ashling Hotel and the fun at the Ink Factory, to exploring Cork, Killarney, Galway, and beyond. It’s fantastic that you had such rich experiences at Jameson Distillery, Faha Falconry, and the many activities along the way. It’s also great to know that your stay at Randall’s and... Read more

Hey Barbara,

Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful, detailed review! I’m thrilled to hear that your trip was truly memorable and that you enjoyed every aspect of your journey—from the warm welcome at the Ashling Hotel and the fun at the Ink Factory, to exploring Cork, Killarney, Galway, and beyond. It’s fantastic that you had such rich experiences at Jameson Distillery, Faha Falconry, and the many activities along the way.

It’s also great to know that your stay at Randall’s and your food tour in Galway left such a positive impression. I’m especially happy that you felt the trip helped you connect with your family history and explore Ireland’s beautiful landscape and culture.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us again if you're planning to visit Ireland, the UK, France, or Italy in the future—we’d love to help craft your next adventure! Thank you again for trusting Kimkim, High Point Holidays and me to help create your family’s trip of a lifetime. Safe travels and stay in touch!

Claire & High Point Holidays Team

Paul Cisneros and team
Ecuador | Jun 16 - Jun 20, 2025

Leticia
Leticia H.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Paul checked in almost everyday and also booked a last minute tour for me. Franklin was my guide to Mitad de Mundo and was amazing. He even followed up the following day. My stay in Galapagos booked by Paul, was perfect. I has 3 guides, Astrid, Tamara, and Yuliana all very friendly. My transport driver Angel was on time and accompanied me all the way. This Ecuadorian Team is outstanding and highly recommended!!! Thanks Paul Read more

Paul checked in almost everyday and also booked a last minute tour for me. Franklin was my guide to Mitad de Mundo and was amazing. He even followed up the following day. My stay in Galapagos booked by Paul, was perfect. I has 3 guides, Astrid, Tamara, and Yuliana all very friendly. My transport driver Angel was on time and accompanied me all the way. This Ecuadorian Team is outstanding and highly recommended!!! Thanks Paul

Hotel Review
Acacia Galápagos Boutique Hotel
Puerto Ayora

Great location, fresh breakfast every day.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Located one block off the main street centralized
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
100%
Activity Reviews
Kayaking at Garrapatero Beach
Kayaking at Garrapatero Beach
Ecuador

Current was high and I chose not to Kayak as I am not experienced enough. We did other things and the guide and I went for an authentic local place and had encebollado.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Angel and Yuliana were both very accommodating. Love them
Transport
Angel prompt and interactive with me
Excursion to an uninhabited island
Excursion to an uninhabited island
Ecuador

Enjoying touring with a small group. Boat staff was very accommodating

Quality of Experience
Sea life
Food
Tuna again. Delicious
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Fluent in English and spanish
Transport
Shuttle
Transfer Baltra Airport - Puerto Ayora with visit to the highlands of Santa Cruz
Transfer Baltra Airport - Puerto Ayora with visit to the highlands of Santa Cruz
Ecuador

These tortoises are amazing animals . I had lunch at the restaurant, the freshest albacore tuna

Quality of Experience
Loving the nature
Food
Freshness
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Astrid was very knowledgeable and answered all questions
Transport
Angel was prompt
Local specialist: Paul Cisneros
Paul
Paul Cisneros
Local specialist in Quito | Replied on Jun 23, 2025

Hi Leticia,

Thank you so much for your kind words. I’ll be sure to share them with the entire team. I’m so happy to hear that your adventure in Ecuador and the Galapagos was unforgettable and that you enjoyed experiencing our country, its culture, nature, wildlife, and cuisine.

It was a real pleasure helping you plan this trip, and I hope you’ll visit us again in the future to explore even more of the beautiful places Ecuador has to offer.

Wishing you all the best! 🤗
Paul

Austria & Munich Trip
Austria | Jun 5 - Jun 14, 2025

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Jessica R.
O'Fallon, IL | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
I recently used Kamilla and her company for a trip and overall had a very positive experience. From the start, they were extremely responsive — every question I had was answered promptly and thoroughly, which gave me a lot of confidence heading into the trip. I also really appreciated the pre-trip meeting, where they walked us through the full itinerary and made sure we had all the key information we needed. Throughout the trip, they stayed in touch and checked in on us regularly, which... Read more

I recently used Kamilla and her company for a trip and overall had a very positive experience. From the start, they were extremely responsive — every question I had was answered promptly and thoroughly, which gave me a lot of confidence heading into the trip. I also really appreciated the pre-trip meeting, where they walked us through the full itinerary and made sure we had all the key information we needed.

Throughout the trip, they stayed in touch and checked in on us regularly, which was a really nice touch. It made the whole experience feel personal and well-supported. They were well-organized, and I especially liked that they offered to make reservations and even had day-of restaurant suggestions ready to go — that kind of service definitely took some of the pressure off.

The only thing I wish had been a little better was having more details about the tour guides we were meeting ahead of time but I am just an a bit over the top when it comes to planning. While everything ended up running smoothly and working out great, having that info ahead of time would have put my mind at rest.

Shout out to Marius, our hiking tour guide from Mountain Mountains. He was amazing!!

That said, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and follow-through really stood out and made for a memorable trip.

Hotel Reviews
Max Brown Hotel 5th District, part of Sircle Collection (formerly Pentahotel Vienna)
Vienna

The hotel was clean and decorated well. It had a fantastic breakfast spread and the staff was very kind.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cocoon Salzburg
Salzburg

The hotel was clean and had beautiful decor.

Authenticity & Character
Beautifully decorated
Location
If you want to be by public transportation then the location is great. For my stay, I would have liked to be closer to more restaurants and activities.
Staff
The staff was not very friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
NALA individuellhotel

This hotel was very clean, the vibe and decor were great. Our room was spacious and the blackout blind were fantastic. The common areas were useful, beautifully decorated and clean.

Authenticity & Character
Unique decor
Location
Staff
Helpful and kind
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sparkling clean
Marias Platzl
Munich

This hotel was simply decorated and clean. The onsite restaurant was very good and had a great beer garden area. The front desk staff works short hours so they were not available when needed. Our hotel room was very hot and the fan provided little airflow for how warm it was.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Walkable to most things
Staff
Staff was not available in the evening though they were suppose to be working until 8pm. We used self check out in the morning but the computer system was not working and it was difficult to get ahold of someone at the other hotel to check us out.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Poor ventilation/air flow made it difficult to sleep because the room was so warm.
Activity Reviews
Discover Culinary Diversity @ Naschmark Food Tour
Discover Culinary Diversity @ Naschmark Food Tour
Vienna

This tour is not what we expected- it is not a food tour learning about Austrian food. It is an international food tour. That being said, our tour guide was very knowledgable and friendly!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our tour guide was great!
Highlights of Vienna: Walking Tour
Highlights of Vienna: Walking Tour
Vienna

Our tour guide was very knowledgable but I felt like the tour was not cohesive and just jumped around. He also made some inappropriate jokes which made me uncomfortable so I did not know what to do other than laugh uncomfortably.

Journey to Dachau: A Powerful Visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp
Journey to Dachau: A Powerful Visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp
Munich

Our guide was a historian that provided us with a detailed tour of Dachau Concentration Camp. Having a private tour allowed us to learn even more and ask questions throughout the tour.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Scenic hike in Tyrol
Innsbruck

We learned so much about the outdoor activities in Austria. Our guide had a plethora of information and was very personable. Marius from Mountain Moments was fantastic!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
You had to provide your own transportation.
Private Exploration of Munich: Guided Walking Tour
Private Exploration of Munich: Guided Walking Tour
Munich

Our guide provided a comprehensive, informational walking tour of Munich. He was knowledgable and the flow of the tour was wonderful.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Kamilla Sengwein-Reti

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