Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Amazing trip through Italy from family of 10
Italy | Jul 31 - Aug 10, 2023

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Steve S.
Pottstown, PA | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023
We just finished a ten day family trip to Italy. The 10 of us could not be any happier or satisfied from our experience. From the first days in Venice, then to Florence, and down to Sorrento, and finishing in Rome. Just wow. Every city brought to it, it's own beauty and character. Team Kimkim did an absolutely awesome job in every facet. Through booking and scheduling our tours, and trains to recommendations, and having everything so perfectly timed out. Any questions we had were... Read more

We just finished a ten day family trip to Italy. The 10 of us could not be any happier or satisfied from our experience. From the first days in Venice, then to Florence, and down to Sorrento, and finishing in Rome. Just wow. Every city brought to it, it's own beauty and character. Team Kimkim did an absolutely awesome job in every facet. Through booking and scheduling our tours, and trains to recommendations, and having everything so perfectly timed out. Any questions we had were answered almost immediately. We had so many great tour guides from Marica on our tour in Florence, from Umberto in Pompeii, to Jess our chef in Rome( who taught us all the perfect pasta and Tiramisu), to Barbara who led us so professionally through The Vatican and Sistine Chapel. I will most assuredly use Kimkim for future travel. Cecilia was our main contact through out the planning process and she went above and beyond. She matched everything we requested perfectly. She was incredible. I look forward to our next adventure and I will no doubt look to Kim Kim first. Thanks so much. The Smith Family

Hotel Reviews
The Republic
Roma

Very nice Hotel in a very convenient location. Staff was excellent. Could not have asked for a better experience. It helped create a home like feel while walking the streets of Rome

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La Tonnarella
Sorrento

Speechless. The views are infinite. The staff very helpful. The town was spectacular. Just an amazing place.

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Hotel Roma
Florence

Great Location, Incredible Staff, Lovely comfortable rooms.

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Liassidi Palace
VENEZIA

Excellent. Great location. Friendly Staff.

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Activity Reviews
Private tour of Colosseum, Roman Forums and Palatine Hill
Private tour of Colosseum, Roman Forums and Palatine Hill
Rome
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Private tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Saint Peters Basilica
Private tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Saint Peters Basilica
Rome

Our tour guide Barbara was amazing and just so knowledgeable. Honestly without her it just would not have been the same.

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Pasta and Tiramisù lovers workshop
Pasta and Tiramisù lovers workshop
Rome

Chef Jess was the best. What a great time with family. A must do.

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Pompeii  Excavations half-day Tour
Pompeii Excavations half-day Tour
Italy

Umberto was so passionate and knowledgeable. The tour was very moving

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SMALL GROUP TUSCANY WINE AND OLIVE OIL TOUR
SMALL GROUP TUSCANY WINE AND OLIVE OIL TOUR
Florence

Just Incredible. A must do for sure. Antonia was awesome.

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Private Gondola Ride
Private Gondola Ride
Venice
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Murano, Burano and Torcello Excursion
Murano, Burano and Torcello Excursion
Venice
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Local specialist: Cecilia Ventura

La Costa Colombiana……Our family trip to the Tayrona and The Sierra...
Colombia | Jul 10 - Jul 19, 2023

Maria Claudia
Maria Claudia A.
College Point, NY | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023
Our family trip to the Tayrona and The Sierra area near Santa Marta was memorable. Erik Ramirez our guide was terrific. His knowledge of flora, fauna, animals and archeology was superb and he maintained the children’s attention with his information. All three adventures were fantastic but Tayronaka and the inner tube floating experience down the Don Diego River left a special place in our heart. We are still waiting for the photos that Erik promised us. In Cartagena Jose Miguel was... Read more

Our family trip to the Tayrona and The Sierra area near Santa Marta was memorable. Erik Ramirez our guide was terrific. His knowledge of flora, fauna, animals and archeology was superb and he maintained the children’s attention with his information. All three adventures were fantastic but Tayronaka and the inner tube floating experience down the Don Diego River left a special place in our heart. We are still waiting for the photos that Erik promised us.

In Cartagena Jose Miguel was fantastic. The temperature was quite high and he made sure to keep us cool and entertained. He was also very knowledgeable . Most memorable for both children and adults was the music and drum workshop at La Boquilla

Overall we were very happy with our guides and experience.s…Transportation to all locations was very comfortable with luxury air conditioned vans….Thank you Kim Kim, Felipe, Erik and Jose Miguel and all of the drivers and guides for a truly memorable experience.

Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Aug 11, 2023

Dear Maria Claudia,

Muchas Gracias for taking the time to leave this review, and it has been a pleasure meeting you! I will share your details with our local team, with Erik and Jose Miguel, and drivers, and all those involved in your trip and Thank you so much for visiting Colombia with your family, and for making us a part of your experience.

Feedback is extremely important for us, so a big Thank You! :)

Wishing you all my Best Wishes and I hope you stay in touch!

Best,
Felipe

Kimkim is a great idea overall, but could use...
Spain | Aug 4 - Aug 8, 2023

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Mike S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023
Kimkim is a great idea overall, but could use some improvements. Adam and his team were a pleasure to work with. Their communication was very prompt and they were patient as I went back and forth with them on our itinerary. I really appreciated them wanting to keep the quality of our experiences top notch, even removing one from my itinerary and crediting me when they couldn’t confirm the guide they recommended was available. All our experiences booked by Kimkim were amazing and I would... Read more

Kimkim is a great idea overall, but could use some improvements. Adam and his team were a pleasure to work with. Their communication was very prompt and they were patient as I went back and forth with them on our itinerary. I really appreciated them wanting to keep the quality of our experiences top notch, even removing one from my itinerary and crediting me when they couldn’t confirm the guide they recommended was available. All our experiences booked by Kimkim were amazing and I would continue to use their service. I would say Kimkim could improve their service by offering an assortment of different activities with clear pricing so we could easily pick and choose which look the most interesting (like ordering off a menu at a restaurant). It wasn’t clear to me what the cost was of each of my activities unless I specifically asked which seems like wasteful communications going back and forth.

Activity Reviews
Private Half-Day Highlights Walk
Private Half-Day Highlights Walk
Lisbon

Good way to see some of the sights around Lisbon.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Andre was hugely knowledgeable and helped us learn a lot about Lisbon history.
Transport
Toledo Family Experience & Sword-Making Workshop
Toledo Family Experience & Sword-Making Workshop
Madrid

This was more like a 90 minute activity and we never took a full dagger home. It’s not like we needed one but that was a bit misleading based on the description. This was def something different than the normal activity so we really enjoyed it.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Our guide was helpful in dropping us off to get into city center.
Flamenco & Tapas Night
Flamenco & Tapas Night
Madrid

This was my personal favorite…it was a perfect mix of food, drink and show. Lisa was an amazing guide and I hope you continue to use her.

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L More walking than I expected
Local specialist: Adam Gomez

Gummi is the bomb!! He was truly excellent in...
Iceland | Aug 2 - Aug 10, 2023

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JONATHAN M.
Stamford, CT | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023

Gummi is the bomb!! He was truly excellent in every way: organized, planned exactly the type of trip that we asked him to plan. He was available when we needed him and always replied very quickly when we visited Iceland! Couldn't have asked for a better experience.

Local specialist: Guðmundur Pálmason
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Guðmundur Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Aug 11, 2023

Thank you so much for the kind words, it really was a pleasure to plan this tour and work with you guys. I was positively stressed about that Saturday off the grid, because I know it was super important to you.
Until next time!
Gummi

Giulia did a great job planning this trip. M...
Italy | Jul 21 - Aug 9, 2023

wendy
wendy c.
Asheville, NC | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023
Giulia did a great job planning this trip. My family of 5 with different interests had a wonderful time. Giulia made it easy and was very helpful. Read more

Giulia did a great job planning this trip. My family of 5 with different interests had a wonderful time. Giulia made it easy and was very helpful.

Hotel Reviews
HOTEL AL PONTE MOCENIGO
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B&B De Biffi
Florence

The staff was very helpful. If we left before breakfast, we could go to the cafe downstairs and get coffee and breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
We definitely felt like we were in Italy.
Location
We were close to the attractions
Staff
The staff offered to come in early to make us breakfast.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms were clean and cozy.
Piazza Farnese Luxury Suites
Roma

The staff was very friendly and helpful. We stayed in an apartment that was very comfortable for a family of 5.

Authenticity & Character
It definitely felt like you were in Italy.
Location
It was located in the middle of Rome, and we could walk to everything we needed to in 5 minutes.
Staff
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was personalized. We went to the sister property to use the terrace and forgot our towel. The manager brought it to us the next day.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The apartment was very comfortable.
Hotel Mirage
Cortina D'Ampezzo (BL)

It was a lovely hotel with a great location. The breakfast had an amazing spread. The bar was very nice and the grounds were beautiful.

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Right by the bike path and walkable to the town.
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La Vue D'Or
Sorrento

The accommodations were beautiful. The pool and the staff were great. It was the most excellent hotel that we stayed in in Italy.

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Location
It was centrally located with a free shuttle downtown.
Staff
The staff was very helpful and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was very clean. The room smelled like lemons when the staff finished cleaning.
Local specialist: Giulia Bonati
Giulia
Giulia Bonati
Local specialist in Padova, Italy | Replied on Aug 28, 2023

Dear Wendy, it is a real pleasure to read your words. Our daily commitment to meet the expectations of our guests is always the priority for us, but with feedback like this we surely have a great motivation in doing it even better! Thank you!

Wow! Where to begin? We planned this trip t...
Morocco | Jul 27 - Aug 5, 2023

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Frank p.
Saint Matthews, KY | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023

Wow! Where to begin? We planned this trip to Morocco less than a month before we traveled and Ali and Kareem did an excellent job in pulling everything together.

We booked a private driver for my wife and I to travel through Morocco for our 25th anniversary. Ayoub was our driver and now our friend. He did an incredible job throughout the trip helping to guide us with local traditions and so much information. I would definitely recommend using Kim-Kim and I would recommend requesting Ayoub if he is available! Can't wait to come back to Morocco! Inshallah!!

Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Aug 12, 2023
Hi Frank, I wanted to express my heartfelt appreciation for your kind words and wonderful feedback about your recent trip to Morocco. I am thrilled to hear that your last-minute plans turned into an unforgettable adventure. It warms my heart to learn about your connection with Ayoub, your dedicated driver and newfound friend. It sounds like he played a pivotal role in enhancing your journey by sharing local traditions and insights. I'm delighted that his guidance and wealth of information... Read more

Hi Frank,

I wanted to express my heartfelt appreciation for your kind words and wonderful feedback about your recent trip to Morocco.

I am thrilled to hear that your last-minute plans turned into an unforgettable adventure. It warms my heart to learn about your connection with Ayoub, your dedicated driver and newfound friend. It sounds like he played a pivotal role in enhancing your journey by sharing local traditions and insights. I'm delighted that his guidance and wealth of information enriched your experience.

Thank you for your recommendation of both Kim-Kim and Ayoub. Your endorsement means a lot to us, and I'm excited for you to embark on another adventure in the future, Inshallah!

Warmest regards,
Ali

Fantastic Trip
New Zealand | Jul 30 - Aug 8, 2023

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Christopher B.
South Korea | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023

Everything went off pretty much without a hitch. Flights booked through KK worked out well timewise and all the tours were well worth the time and money. They also hit all the major things I wanted to do st each location (Queenstown NZ, Sydney AUS, and Ayers Rock AUS). Liz was super helpful and made this super stress free to plan. Thanks KK!

Local specialist: Liz Neal
Liz
Liz Neal
Local specialist in Sydney-Auckland-Los Angeles | Replied on Aug 11, 2023

Chris, thanks for a wonderful review and for allowing us to make this happen for you.
It was very nice working with you and I am so glad you all enjoyed the trip.

Looking forward to hopefully another adventure ! there are lots more to see from Australia and it would be great to combine with a trip to Fiji.

Thanks again!
Liz

Grateful for all the support and expertise!
Peru | Jul 20 - Aug 2, 2023

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Erica A.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023
Planning our trip to Peru had a whole bunch of hiccups because of the political instability in Lima. We had to reschedule our trip in the end, but Jessica was amazing at helping to navigate the changes and adjust our itinerary. We had a wonderful trip and we attribute this to all that KimKim did to make our experience as amazing as possible. Jessica answered all of our questions and made great suggestions based on my family's interests and travel style. We like to have more adventurous trips... Read more

Planning our trip to Peru had a whole bunch of hiccups because of the political instability in Lima. We had to reschedule our trip in the end, but Jessica was amazing at helping to navigate the changes and adjust our itinerary. We had a wonderful trip and we attribute this to all that KimKim did to make our experience as amazing as possible. Jessica answered all of our questions and made great suggestions based on my family's interests and travel style. We like to have more adventurous trips and Jessica helped us down to every last detail. There was always a guide and a driver to meet us and get us from point A to point B. The guides and drivers were fantastic and super knowledgeable and we had them all to ourselves. When 2 people in our family got super sick and we had to change our flights just a few hours before we were supposed to travel to another area of Peru, I contacted the emergency number through WhatsApp to figure out what to do. Kristy responded right away and provided amazing support to help resolve what became a very complicated issue. She helped to arrange for a driver and local contact to get me around Cusco to make the needed travel changes at the last minute. I absolutely could not have gotten our flights, plans, and hotel changed without all of them, so we're very grateful!

Local specialist: Jessica Danker
Jessica
Jessica Danker
Local specialist in New York City | Replied on Aug 11, 2023

I am so glad that we were able to finally make this trip happen! Even despite a few unforeseen hiccups you were able to create incredible memories. You took such wonderful photos of your family as well. It was my pleasure working with you!

Vietnam .
Vietnam | Jul 28 - Aug 3, 2023

Bola
Bola O.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023
Peridot hotel: awesome breakfast, hotel is beautiful! The people/employees are wonderful!
Zoom: great guide and patient with us
Driver/transportation: transportation was awesome and roomie! We loved it! The driver was nice and professional, just didn’t interact with us much, probably due to the language barrier.
Ashley: she truly coordinated and I loved that she was readily available. We had times when we wanted to change the itinerary a lil and she responded quickly and we are greatly...
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Peridot hotel: awesome breakfast, hotel is beautiful! The people/employees are wonderful!
Zoom: great guide and patient with us
Driver/transportation: transportation was awesome and roomie! We loved it! The driver was nice and professional, just didn’t interact with us much, probably due to the language barrier.
Ashley: she truly coordinated and I loved that she was readily available. We had times when we wanted to change the itinerary a lil and she responded quickly and we are greatly appreciative.
Vietnam: hot and humid! You have no control over that. The sites were nice and I learned some, but I sweated daily!

Activity Reviews
Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Ho Chi Minh City

I learned the most here and I liked it’s interactive nature-that u could touch and experience.

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Dark & Bright Cave - Lan Ha Bay - Tuan Chau (Capella)
Dark & Bright Cave - Lan Ha Bay - Tuan Chau (Capella)
Ha Long Bay

The caves were not much of a cave, more like an opening. The cruise had great employees but I was happy it was only one night. That was sufficient to enjoy the cruise. The water in ha long bay was not well taken care of. Some debris around even when we were enjoying the water.

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Hanoi City Sightseeing & Street Food Tour
Hanoi City Sightseeing & Street Food Tour
Hanoi

Food tour was great! Some great eats!

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Transport
Local specialist: Ashley Nguyen
Ashley
Ashley Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi | Replied on Aug 12, 2023

Dear Bola,
Thanks so much for your review! We’re really glad to know that you and your friends enjoyed your holiday in Vietnam and Bali as well. Your feedback is highly appreciated, as it enables us to further develop our services.
Thanks again for your sharing and for being such a great traveler.
Hope to see you again in the future!
Best wishes, Ashley

An amazing vacation!
Italy | Jul 31 - Aug 8, 2023

Lisa
Lisa C.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
We are so grateful for Maria’s help in planning our trip to Sicily. In addition, the responsiveness of Maria, Barbara and Jessica (from Storywalking) when we decided within a few days to cancel and then changed our minds to go on with the trip with about 36 hours notice. We literally called them in the middle of the night to rebook everything and within a few hours they did it. We were on the fence to going due to the fires and the airport issues but everything went so well. We are so... Read more

We are so grateful for Maria’s help in planning our trip to Sicily. In addition, the responsiveness of Maria, Barbara and Jessica (from Storywalking) when we decided within a few days to cancel and then changed our minds to go on with the trip with about 36 hours notice. We literally called them in the middle of the night to rebook everything and within a few hours they did it. We were on the fence to going due to the fires and the airport issues but everything went so well. We are so appreciative of every little detail they put into our trip and their continuous check ins with us. And to have a cooking lesson in a home was over the top wonderful. Thank you!!!

Hotel Reviews
Apartment in Catania
Catania

It was a little small but overall we really liked the location.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful.
Location
Loved having the breakfast place nearby and good restaurants below.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were very comfortable.
Apartment in the historic center of Palermo
Palermo

Loved the spaciousness of the apartment, it is huge!! The location was also amazing right within walking distance of everything!!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Perfect walk to everything.
Staff
We asked for a lot of recommendations and Roberto was helpful!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Apartment in Taormina with Panoramic Views
Taormina

Loved the location and the views!

Authenticity & Character
Spot on!
Location
Loved walking down the hill a bit for breakfast.
Staff
Great communications.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Fishing Experience near Catania
Fishing Experience near Catania
Italy

The weather conditions prevented us from doing the fishing trip. No fault of anyone!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
N/a
Transport
N/a
Arancino Cooking Class
Arancino Cooking Class
Taormina

We were running late and missed the class!

Quality of Experience
We had a hard time finding the right door.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
N/a
Transport
Cooking Class at a local's home in Catania
Cooking Class at a local's home in Catania
Catania

The best meal we had in Catania and Sicily! To be welcomed into someone’s home and then to enjoy the food making and get to eat it all at a local’s home was the best! Angelou was perfect teaching our 12 year old, too. He was comfortable learning in her home.

Quality of Experience
Being in a locals home and learning more about life in Palermo was unique. So much better than a cooking experience in a classroom type setting. Plus it was a private experience so we were able to relax.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Palermo Street Food Tour
Palermo Street Food Tour
Palermo

We added a few people to the overall tour and it worked out great! Plenty of food experience for all! A great sampling of local street food.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Palermo Private Walking Tour
Palermo Private Walking Tour
Palermo

We had so much fun with Marilu. She was fantastic, knowledgeable and was flexible with the tour as it was so hot. She brought us to her favorite coffee place, poked our heads in the door of a shoemaker and more. It was history in motion with the tour of sights and sounds.

Quality of Experience
Marilu’s insights and knowledge were perfect. She knew it was hot and adjusted with almond granita!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walking and listening and learning along the way.
Private Mount Etna Guided Jeep Tour
Private Mount Etna Guided Jeep Tour
Italy

Our tour was great and tour guide was super knowledgeable and knows everything about Mount Etna. You could tell Marco grew up with the volcano and loved sharing what he knows. The kids listened to what he was teaching!

Quality of Experience
Perfect guide and tour
Guides, Drivers and Staff
He answered questions and we felt safe with his experience level.
Transport
Local specialist: Maria Grazia Rubino
Maria Grazia
Maria Grazia Rubino
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Aug 11, 2023
Dear Lisa,
Thank you so much for this wonderful review about your travel experience with us!
Travel plans can sometimes take unexpected turns, and we're thrilled that we could assist you in re-booking all your reservations and ensuring your trip was back on track within such a short notice. Our Storywalking team is dedicated to providing a seamless experience, even in challenging circumstances. Your trust in us is deeply appreciated.
Once again, thank you for choosing us for your travel...
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Dear Lisa,
Thank you so much for this wonderful review about your travel experience with us!

Travel plans can sometimes take unexpected turns, and we're thrilled that we could assist you in re-booking all your reservations and ensuring your trip was back on track within such a short notice. Our Storywalking team is dedicated to providing a seamless experience, even in challenging circumstances. Your trust in us is deeply appreciated.
Once again, thank you for choosing us for your travel needs. We look forward to assisting you in the future and creating more memorable experiences together!

I wish you all the best,
Maria Grazia
Storywalking

My trip to Iceland was cut short due to illne...
Iceland | Jul 30 - Aug 9, 2023

Bobbie
Bobbie R.
Portland, ME | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023

My trip to Iceland was cut short due to illness, Eric helped to secure a refund for a ⛴️ that was booked through KimKim and assist with paperwork for travel insurance.
He was very helpful in securing accomodations and making last minute changes for our small group.

Local specialist: Èric D
Èric
Èric D
Local specialist in France / Iceland | Replied on Aug 11, 2023

Hi Bobbie!

Thank you so much for your kind words. I was devastated to hear that you had to end your trip early, but happy that you got home safely and made a full recovery. Iceland will still be there for you if you want to give it another go :-) All the best to you!

Èric

Kimkim/Storywalking is the way to go when planning a trip!
Italy | Jul 26 - Aug 2, 2023

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Joann M.
Bridgeton, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
Kimkim is a fantastic concept- who knows better to plan your trip than a travel agent from the country of your destination? Arianna, our local specialist, was not only knowledgeable, she was extremely patient, totally professional, and tremendously helpful. We had no idea what to do or where to start and Arianna had it all under control. Her planning did not disappoint, everything about our trip was beyond our expectations!! We made adjustments to our itinerary several times, and she was... Read more

Kimkim is a fantastic concept- who knows better to plan your trip than a travel agent from the country of your destination? Arianna, our local specialist, was not only knowledgeable, she was extremely patient, totally professional, and tremendously helpful. We had no idea what to do or where to start and Arianna had it all under control. Her planning did not disappoint, everything about our trip was beyond our expectations!! We made adjustments to our itinerary several times, and she was there immediately to discuss our options and suggestions. We had many video conferencing calls...often past her workday hours due to the time difference. Once in Sicily, her colleague-Barbara was in contact with us several times a day, confirming transportation and the itinerary schedule. The transportation was first rate as well. There were always on time and very accommodating. My elderly father is not the most mobile, and our drivers made every attempt to get us as close as possible to our sites. I could continue with this glowing review, but suffice it to say that our experience was outstanding! I would recommend them to anyone who is planning a trip! I will be using them again :)

Hotel Reviews
Grand Hotel et Des Palmes
Palermo

This hotel is beautiful and charming. Most of the staff was very friendly, while others were not. There was an overall formal atmosphere that I found to be a bit unwelcoming.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The bathroom was not user friendly at all......slippery floors and awkward shower attachments. We blew fuses several times using the hotel's blowdryer.
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Catania

This hotel is centrally located, simple, and elegant. The staff was so friendly and helpful. The rooftop restaurant had spectacular views of Catania and Mt. Etna.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
We had to leave the first room we were assigned because the air conditioning was not working. The tubs were a bit too high to step into.
Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Aug 11, 2023
Dear Joann, Lisa, Kate and the rest of the family,
I am so grateful for your kind words and glowing review!
It's incredibly rewarding to know that I was able to craft the perfect trip for your family, it has been my pleasure to get to know you over our calls and understand the key points to then create your ideal holiday.
Our team is dedicated to providing an exceptional service, and we are very happy to hear we fully satisfied the needs of all the members of the group, also thanks to our...
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Dear Joann, Lisa, Kate and the rest of the family,
I am so grateful for your kind words and glowing review!
It's incredibly rewarding to know that I was able to craft the perfect trip for your family, it has been my pleasure to get to know you over our calls and understand the key points to then create your ideal holiday.
Our team is dedicated to providing an exceptional service, and we are very happy to hear we fully satisfied the needs of all the members of the group, also thanks to our fantastic partners on site!
Until the next time in Italy, and I will surely be thrilled to help you in the future.
A warm hug from Turin :)

You’re just a conversation away from vacation
Costa Rica | Jul 28 - Aug 6, 2023

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Theo V.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
I love this service. I’ve always planned my own trips in the past, but this one just felt right for outsourcing as I didn’t know the country that well and didn’t feel like doing all the research. Gustavo was my guide and now having completed my trip, I must say I’m glad I gave myself this gift. He was able to book each of my requested activities - my favorite being the farm experience in La Fortuna, Costa Rica (I made my own chocolate truffle from scratch and made freshly-pressed sugar cane... Read more

I love this service. I’ve always planned my own trips in the past, but this one just felt right for outsourcing as I didn’t know the country that well and didn’t feel like doing all the research. Gustavo was my guide and now having completed my trip, I must say I’m glad I gave myself this gift. He was able to book each of my requested activities - my favorite being the farm experience in La Fortuna, Costa Rica (I made my own chocolate truffle from scratch and made freshly-pressed sugar cane juice!) I liked this service so much that I booked my next trip while on this trip!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Villas Lirio
Quepos

Lirio is like at the midpoint between Manuel Antonio National Park and Quepos. Quepos is the town next to the boat harbor and feels like a legit Costa Rican town. The restaurants and inns towards Manuel Antonio all feel like overpriced tourist traps. As for the hotel itself, I thought the “towel card” was strange. It’s a laminated card that says if you lose the card, you’ll be charged $20. I never used the pool, but it did look nice. The room was very clean, and the housekeeping came daily. The bed felt old and was made of springs. I appreciated that they had a restaurant since I arrived late in the evening, I was able to eat dinner and stroll back to my room. The wifi doesn’t cover all rooms. I was in room 303, and I had to sit next to the window with my iPhone in order to get signal. Forget about cellular; even with full bars, you don’t get squat. I like that they let me park my locally-rented moped in the garage for free.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Arenal Country Inn
La Fortuna

Consider the location before booking. I like that fact that it’s outside of town, so it’s relatively quiet except for the loud diesel trucks that roar down the road. On the downside, I was without a car and had to walk into town (20 min each way) to find lunch and dinner (the inn only serves breakfast). The room was good. Hot rain shower, everything was clean, breakfast was good, and towels were changed daily. I didn’t care for the $16 charge for laundry (even though I only had 2 items),

Authenticity & Character
It’s very much an inn
Location
It’s a bit far from town to walk
Staff
Staff was nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Los Campesinos Farm Experience
Los Campesinos Farm Experience
Arenal/La Fortuna

The family that owns this farm is so sweet and hospitable. I would absolutely book this farm experience again just to make another piece of homemade chocolate and freshly-pressed sugar cane juice.

Quality of Experience
Food
I was served a home cooked lunch, which was one of the best meals I had in Costa Rica.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Valeria, Deborah and Daniela were amazing. Q...
Italy | Aug 1 - Aug 9, 2023

M
Marcus S.
Sarasota, FL | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
Valeria, Deborah and Daniela were amazing. Questions were answered immediately. It was very comforting to be met at the airport and given help boarding the train to Naples. All hotel reservations and bookings were seamless. No stress. Just enjoyment. Would recommend this team highly. Read more

Valeria, Deborah and Daniela were amazing. Questions were answered immediately. It was very comforting to be met at the airport and given help boarding the train to Naples. All hotel reservations and bookings were seamless. No stress. Just enjoyment. Would recommend this team highly.

Hotel Reviews
Mediterraneo Hotel Sorrento
Sant Agnello

An incredible seaside resort. The views of the ocean were breathtaking. The Vista Sky Bar was exceptional. The daily breakfasts were perfect and the service unparalleled.

47 Boutique Hotel
Rome

Excellent hotel. Centrally located. Friendly staff. We loved the daily breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private golf cart tour
Private golf cart tour
Rome

The private golf cart tour was a fantastic way to see the city. It was flexible and allowed us to see many sights in a short amount of time. In retrospect, this could have been a good alternative to the long tours.

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Transport
Cooking Class @ Fattoria Terranova - Sorrento
Cooking Class @ Fattoria Terranova - Sorrento
Italy

The cooking class was a wonderful experience for the whole family. We enjoyed cooking various dishes and the farm-to-table concept added to the charm. The only downside was a bit of a wait for our driver afterwards

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Transport
Small group tour of Vatican City , Sistine Chapel & saint Peter's Basilica
Small group tour of Vatican City , Sistine Chapel & saint Peter's Basilica
Rome

Again, the guided tour was good but felt a bit long. The quick walkthrough of the Sistine Chapel was pleasant.

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Transport
Small group tour of Colosseum with Arena access, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
Small group tour of Colosseum with Arena access, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
Rome

The guided tour was informative, but it felt long and a bit tiring, especially in the heat. If I were to do it again, I might opt for a shorter tour.

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Transport
Local specialist: Valeria Arcangeli
Valeria
Valeria Arcangeli
Local specialist in Rome | Replied on Aug 10, 2023

Hi Markus,
I am so happy you loved your vacation. You deserved it!
Anytime you will need our help, my team and I are here to help you and welcome you in Italy again-
ciao Valeria

9 days of Family Fun, Adventure, Culture and R&R in Greece
Greece | Aug 1 - Aug 9, 2023

Matt
Matt F.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
Our trip included 2 days in Athens area, 3 days on Paros and 4 days on Santorini. It was a wonderful trip with timely transfers and very high quality hotels. Cici, our Athens food and Acropolis guide, was superb! She has a PhD in Archeology and studies Mythology for fun. We hit a number of small local specialty food spots, and then walked up to see the Acropolis. It was a perfect taste of Athens. On to Paros, which is beautiful and has many great restaurants on the water front and top... Read more

Our trip included 2 days in Athens area, 3 days on Paros and 4 days on Santorini. It was a wonderful trip with timely transfers and very high quality hotels. Cici, our Athens food and Acropolis guide, was superb! She has a PhD in Archeology and studies Mythology for fun. We hit a number of small local specialty food spots, and then walked up to see the Acropolis. It was a perfect taste of Athens. On to Paros, which is beautiful and has many great restaurants on the water front and top notch water sports (windsurfing, wing foiling, speed boat tours) which we enjoyed thoroughly. If anything, we just wish we had more days on Paros - it was our favorite - and the Summer Senses hotel was very relaxing with great views. Santorini was classic Greek islands with lots of great food, shopping and a truly beautiful and luxurious sunset catamaran ride with grilled seafood for dinner. We also had some fun adventure on a Kayak tour of the southern coast of Santorini, and did some more windsurfing and Wing Foiling at the Namely beach. We were two families with 5 teenage kids and everyone loved it!

Local specialist: Seetha Ramanathan
Seetha
Seetha Ramanathan
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Aug 11, 2023

Thank you, Matt, for taking time to give us your feedback. I'm so happy to hear that you and your family and friends enjoyed your Greece trip overall. I appreciate your patience during the planning process. It was a long time planning, but we made it! It's wonderful that you were able to do so many water sports throughout your stay, I know that was high on your family's priority list and I'm glad that you enjoyed your tour guides, especially Cici, and the Summer Senses Hotel. We look forward to welcoming you back to Greece one day soon!

African Safari
South Africa | Jul 20 - Jul 28, 2023

rafiq
rafiq m.
Malaysia | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
We had an amazing trip to Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) & Choble National Park (Botswana). Lucy's recommendation of places to stay plus all the game drives/boat cruises were spot on. We got to see the Big 5! The people at the Lodges we stayed were fantastic and so so hospitable esp in Tremisana (a special shout out to Mamma Di, who manages the F&B). The rangers in all the locations were so knowledgable and took their time to explain about the animals and their habits.... Read more

We had an amazing trip to Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) & Choble National Park (Botswana). Lucy's recommendation of places to stay plus all the game drives/boat cruises were spot on. We got to see the Big 5! The people at the Lodges we stayed were fantastic and so so hospitable esp in Tremisana (a special shout out to Mamma Di, who manages the F&B). The rangers in all the locations were so knowledgable and took their time to explain about the animals and their habits. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed this trip and definitely recommend this trip. A big thank you to Lucy for the organisation (even though there was a small hiccup in Chobe)

Hotel Reviews
Chobe Safari Lodge
Kasane

The hotel got our stay package wrong initially but it all ended well. We had a wonderful stay here, from room comfort to the food and the game drives/river cruise. The breakfast and dinner serving choices was great. A special recognition to housekeeping staff, Penny, for her initiative and honesty to check the room on our checking out and notice we had left a handphone in the room.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Cleanliness & Comfort
Shearwater Explorers Village
Victoria Falls

We stayed 2 nights here to visit Victoria Falls and the Elephant Sanctuary. The staffs at the front office and housekeeping were friendly and helpful. The rooms were adequate with all the amenities and good supply of hot water. The restaurant within the resort needs BIG improvement.....service was poor. Staffs were busy lingering amongst themselves at the counter and quality of food is poor. Breakfast serving was a major disappointment as quality of products at the buffett spread was poor.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sunrock Guesthouse
Johannesburg

Stayed 1 night. Good location as it is near the airport if you are on transit.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Near airport
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Needs improvement on the heating
Tremisana Game Lodge
Hoedspruit

Basic lodge with homely feel. The staffs, from housekeeping, kitchen and rangers, were all so friendly and made our stay there so memorable. Will definitely stay in this Lodge if we were to visit Kruger again

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Activity Reviews
1  Night Kruger Safari
1 Night Kruger Safari
South Africa

Great day spend in Kruger National Park....

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Activities at Chobe Safari OR Bush Lodge
Activities at Chobe Safari OR Bush Lodge
South Africa

Great time doing both the river cruise and morning game drive.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Tour Victoria Falls
Tour Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls

We thoroughly enjoyed our day visiting the fall.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Through the eye of an elephant
Through the eye of an elephant
Victoria Falls

We had a wonderful time lerning about elephants here at the Sanctuary plus got to interact with the elephants.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sunset Cruise - Signature Deck
Sunset Cruise - Signature Deck
Victoria Falls

We were a little disappointed with the trip....maybe our expectations were set a little too high.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
3 night 4 day Tremisana
South Africa

We saw what we came to see!

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Local specialist: Lucy Berndt
Lucy
Lucy Berndt
Local specialist in Cape Town | Replied on Aug 14, 2023

Hi Rafiq
I am so pleased to hear that you and your family had a wonderful time with us. I am sorry about the small hiccup at Chobe where they did not allocate your correct information for your booking but I am pleased that it was swiftly resolved for you.
Look forward to having you back with us again in the near future!

A serendipitous Tropical Discovery in Costa Rica :)
Costa Rica | Jul 19 - Jul 26, 2023

Ingrid
Ingrid B.
Lafayette, CA | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
Our 8-Day visit to the tropical paradise of Costa Rica made us realize that life is good, it is very, very good.About the size of the American State of West Virginia, Costa Rica is a legend for its natural beauty, biodiversity and of course, its people.
It's our first time to use KimKim as a travel planner app when planning this trip. It matched us with a Costa Rican travel outfit, Serendipity Adventures. From the initial planning stage to the final execution, our local contact, Bryan...
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Our 8-Day visit to the tropical paradise of Costa Rica made us realize that life is good, it is very, very good.About the size of the American State of West Virginia, Costa Rica is a legend for its natural beauty, biodiversity and of course, its people.
It's our first time to use KimKim as a travel planner app when planning this trip. It matched us with a Costa Rican travel outfit, Serendipity Adventures. From the initial planning stage to the final execution, our local contact, Bryan Leon, tailored our 8 day visit ( as per our request and budget) to include a good introduction to the country. He did this by letting us sample the unbelievable landscapes of Arenal, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio along with fun activities like trekking, zip lining, night walk in a cloud forest, guided nature hike ,and swimming in the ocean. Bryan was a complete pro in responding to our queries and a valuable local resource we truly relied on.In addition, Nancy and Charlotte from the main office in San Jose also made sure everything was seamless.
We had local guides who made sure that this trip was for the ages. Alex Quieros picked us up at our fantastic hotel in San Jose and drove us to Arenal where we experienced the rain forest and its wildlife. Alex was an awesome guide and driver. He conducted himself with professionalism, kindness, and charm. We felt very comfortable and safe with him. His driving skills were impeccable and he was a delight to talk to. Our second guide, Marianus ,took us on a volcanic hike and later a visit to the La Fortuna waterfall. He was engaging, immensely knowledgeable, and so much fun to be with. Our third guide, Andreas, was skillful at spotting wildlife with a tripod telescope. As both a certified guide and a researcher, he wowed us with his expertise in local flora and fauna.
In addition to the wonderful guides, Serendipity Adventures, made sure that we stayed at top-notched accommodations. Each of the places we stayed made thoughtful little gestures ( we were marking our wedding anniversary and we had bottles of wine waiting for us to enhance the celebratory mood).We were also impressed with the level of attention.
Overall, this short but immensely satisfying visit happened because of the expertise and professionalism of the crew at Serendipity Adventures. We can't wait to come back and we are already telling our friends and neighbors about our fantastic trip to beautiful Costa Rica. Pura Vida!

Local specialist: Bryan Leon
Bryan
Bryan Leon
Local specialist in Cartago, Costa Rica | Replied on Aug 10, 2023
Hola Ingrid, We're thrilled to hear that your 8-day visit to Costa Rica left such a positive impression! It sounds like your journey was filled with incredible experiences and memories. We're honored that KimKim connected you with Serendipity Adventures. We greatly appreciate your kind words about our guides. It's fantastic that they enhanced your experience with their expertise and enthusiasm. We're also delighted that the accommodations and thoughtful gestures added to the celebratory... Read more

Hola Ingrid,

We're thrilled to hear that your 8-day visit to Costa Rica left such a positive impression! It sounds like your journey was filled with incredible experiences and memories. We're honored that KimKim connected you with Serendipity Adventures.

We greatly appreciate your kind words about our guides. It's fantastic that they enhanced your experience with their expertise and enthusiasm. We're also delighted that the accommodations and thoughtful gestures added to the celebratory mood of your trip, making it even more special.

Thank you for sharing your unforgettable journey with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back to beautiful Costa Rica someday.

Pura Vida!
Bryan

First and foremost, Angela was fantastic. Sh...
Greece | Jul 31 - Aug 9, 2023

J
John H.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
First and foremost, Angela was fantastic. She listened to what we were interested in and did not just do the standard greek itinerary. She was very responsive to our questions and always very professional even when we asked the same question twice. She also was super responsive during the trip when we had questions the day of - - she typically responded within minutes. As someone who travels quite a bit, I appreciated her approach and attention to detail. In terms of the trip, we are... Read more

First and foremost, Angela was fantastic. She listened to what we were interested in and did not just do the standard greek itinerary. She was very responsive to our questions and always very professional even when we asked the same question twice. She also was super responsive during the trip when we had questions the day of - - she typically responded within minutes. As someone who travels quite a bit, I appreciated her approach and attention to detail.

In terms of the trip, we are not big fans of looking at historical stuff. We are more nature, wildlife and beach people. Having said that:

- we flew into Athens and landed around noon local time. We checked into our hotel and walked around to Zeus' temple and the parliment for the changing of the guard. We then did an organized tour of the Parthenon, which was great. We liked the tour guide and he was very informative. There is also a large museum at the base that I am sure would of been interesting to visit, but we skipped it in favor of island time.

- we loved milos.. Angela recommended it after listening to what we were interested in. It is not as touristy or crowded as the other islands but has a ton of picture perfect beaches. we rented a car (note the streets are very narrow, so be forewarned) and had a great time. We did the catamaran cruise which we loved - fantastic. we also did a 3 hour see kayak tour - we liked it as well, but it is not for everyone as it can be moderately strenuous.

- we enjoyed santorini. the buildings built into the cliffs are something to see and the views are fantastic. The shops and restaurants are nice, but duplicative. We are not big dress up for pictures people or bigger shoppers so although beautiful, Santorini is probably a once in a lifetime visit for us. We did a hummer tour which was nice - drive to various picture spots and then a nice lunch. We also did a catamaran. Other than the beautiful sunset at the end, it was good but not great compared to the milos one.

None of these critiques are about Angela or even Greece, but just observations to help you plan the trip.

Hotel Reviews
Art Maisons Oia Castle Luxury Suites
Santorini

We enjoyed our stay at Oia. The hotel was beautiful, like a cave built into the hill. However, we would have preferred a pool that was more in the sun.

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Location
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Vira Vivere Houses
Plakes

We stayed in an apartment-style housing at Vira Vivere Houses. Initially, we weren't impressed by its location as it wasn't by the water. However, as we explored the island, we realized that most accommodations were similar. The unit was nice, and the owner was accommodating!

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Niche Hotel Athens
Athens

We enjoyed our stay at the Niche Hotel in Athens. It was clean, nice, and had a lovely restaurant on top where we had breakfast. Its central location was also a plus.

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Activity Reviews
Hummer Ride Safari without meal
Hummer Ride Safari without meal
Santorini

Our Hummer tour was okay. We drove up to the top of the mountain, to the monastery, and a few other places. The guide was nice and did a good job. However, the excursion starts on the other side of the island, about a 45-minute drive.

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Transport
Catamaran Sunset Cruise 2025
Catamaran Sunset Cruise 2025
Santorini

The Santorini catamaran cruise was good but not as enjoyable as the Milos catamaran cruise. The crew was nice, the food was good, and it ended on a beautiful sunset. However, we felt the sights were not as pretty as in Milos.

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Food
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Sea Kayak in Milos
Sea Kayak in Milos
Greece

We also did a sea kayaking activity in Milos. The guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and we had no complaints. The experience was enjoyable!

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Full Day Sailing Tour Around Milos (Catamaran from Adamas)
Full Day Sailing Tour Around Milos (Catamaran from Adamas)
Greece

Our all-day catamaran cruise in Milos was fantastic. The crew was great, and the snorkeling spots were good. We were with multiple other people, but it didn't detract from the experience. We loved this tour more than the one in Santorini.

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Food
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Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Greece

The Acropolis tour was a great experience. Our guide was very informative, respectful, and overall a nice guy. While we are not that into history, the tour was enjoyable. However, unless you are really into Greek history, I wouldn't recommend it.

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Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Aug 10, 2023

Yeia sou John and family!

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience of travelings with us. I am really happy that I was able to assist whenever needed and thrilled that you loved Milos Island. 🙂
I will be here and more than happy to assist you with your next trip to Greece - hopefully soon!

There are so many more amazing spots and islands I would love to show you and so many more things I'm sure you would love to do.
Until then take care and Yamas!
Angela

Dennis, Humberto and Alex were excellent guid...
Galapagos Islands | Aug 2 - Aug 9, 2023

Barry
Barry K.
Cape Coral, FL | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023

Dennis, Humberto and Alex were excellent guides. They were friendly, knowledgeable and had positive attitudes

Local specialist: Lucia Cazar
Lucia
Lucia Cazar
Local specialist in Ecuador | Replied on Aug 10, 2023
Dear Barry, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that our guides made your trip memorable with their friendly demeanor, extensive knowledge, and positive attitudes. We truly believe that our team plays a crucial role in creating unforgettable travel experiences. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any future travel plans or if there's anything else we can assist you with. We would be more than happy to welcome you back... Read more

Dear Barry,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that our guides made your trip memorable with their friendly demeanor, extensive knowledge, and positive attitudes. We truly believe that our team plays a crucial role in creating unforgettable travel experiences.

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any future travel plans or if there's anything else we can assist you with. We would be more than happy to welcome you back or recommend our services to your family and friends.

Thank you once again for your kind words, and we hope to have the pleasure of serving you in the future!

Kind regards,

Lucía

Amazing trip. Athens: our tour guide CC (spe...
Greece | Aug 1 - Aug 9, 2023

Scott
Scott M.
Sunnyvale, CA | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
Amazing trip.
Athens: our tour guide CC (spelling?) was fantastic. Super knowledgeable and fun. Took us to great spots. And found coffee right away! She was true pleasure. Five stars.
Paros:
The hotel, Summer Senses, was terrific. Beautiful and clean. Best pool set up anywhere. Gorgeous rooms.
The private boat tour, Seacrest, with our guide Thanos, was a highlight. Thanos was the best. Beautiful swimming and cliff jumping. We found great windsurfing at Golden Beach. All... Read more

Amazing trip.
Athens: our tour guide CC (spelling?) was fantastic. Super knowledgeable and fun. Took us to great spots. And found coffee right away! She was true pleasure. Five stars.

Paros:
The hotel, Summer Senses, was terrific. Beautiful and clean. Best pool set up anywhere. Gorgeous rooms.

The private boat tour, Seacrest, with our guide Thanos, was a highlight. Thanos was the best. Beautiful swimming and cliff jumping.

We found great windsurfing at Golden Beach.

All dinners transport and ferry were easy and very well planned.

Santorini:

The private sunset oía catamarán outing was fantastic. The guides were fine and prepared a lovely dinner on the boat. But they were a bit unfriendly with us and each other. And they vaped which was a bummer. But overall, a wonderful experience.

The hotel, Nikki Beach, was beautiful but the vibe was poor for us. Maybe we just didn’t understand the platform the hotel presents at the outset so we were a bit disappointed by the loud house music all day long at the pool. But we just stayed away during the music hours. Won’t go back, but it was comfortable and clean and very nice.

The sea kayak tour was great. Joe and Adonis were wonderful and welcoming and knowledgeable. We would recommend that highly.

Seetha: she was wonderful. Very responsible and planned a great trip for us. We could not have had a better trip thanks to her!

Local specialist: Seetha Ramanathan
Seetha
Seetha Ramanathan
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Aug 11, 2023

Thanks Scott for taking the time to give us useful feedback and I'm glad to hear that overall you and your family had a great trip, especially Athens and Paros. Now for Santorini, I'm sorry to hear about the sunset cruise and Nikki Beach. I will certainly speak with the catamaran owner and let them know about the crew's behavior. As for Nikki Beach, indeed it is more of a party vibe but I did choose it for its proximity to the beach and level of service. Thank you again for traveling with us and we'd love to have you back one day soon!

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