Kimkim Trip Reviews

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

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Huiying Y.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 22, 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.

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Radisson Blu Royal Hotel
Bergen
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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!

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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.

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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.

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We didn't eat any meals on the tour.
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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!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very friendly, informative and helpful!
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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
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was great! She was very informative and friendly!
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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
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Private Traditional Cretan Cooking Experience
Private Traditional Cretan Cooking Experience
Chania
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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.

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Is located inside the medina but you will have to walk a little bit from the closest place a car can leave you
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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.

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The Staff is great, very helpful and always doing their best for you to have a great time
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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.

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Location
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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.

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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!

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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

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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.

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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

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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
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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

Easy scheduling and trip support
Spain | May 27 - Jun 7, 2025

Manish
Manish P.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

This was a college graduation gift for my son. We enjoyed the experiences we had scheduled with KK. Overall, very interesting and relaxing as we requested. I’d recommend the trip planning through Kimkim. There is one excursion where the guide was more interested in his experiences than ours. He was our day guide from Barcelona to Girona and Costa Brava. Maybe choose a different driver for that trip. Otherwise, all the other guides were wonderful!

Local specialist: Adam Gomez

Our trip to Scotland.
England | Jun 12 - Jun 18, 2025

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Jessica J.
Brookhaven, GA | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Our trip to Scotland was good. Also Pauline was our main contact person. Though I know Flore did many of our bookings (thank you Flore) we really didn't have many interactions with her, it was all with Pauline. Pauline was always very reassuring and listened to what our wants and needs were and any concerns we might have had.
Our favorite place we stayed was the Whispering Pines, we wish we could have had more time there. Our favorite activities were the Jacobite train and the Historical...
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Our trip to Scotland was good. Also Pauline was our main contact person. Though I know Flore did many of our bookings (thank you Flore) we really didn't have many interactions with her, it was all with Pauline. Pauline was always very reassuring and listened to what our wants and needs were and any concerns we might have had.
Our favorite place we stayed was the Whispering Pines, we wish we could have had more time there. Our favorite activities were the Jacobite train and the Historical walking tour in Edinburgh.
Our least favorite was the last day in Luss, because we were never in Luss. The Loch Lomond cruise wasn't that good because we could not hear any of the information being given over the loud speaker and was not in Luss and the hotel wasn't in Luss, so we never really got to see Luss as our roadbook said we would. There wasn't anything to do near the hotel either.
The Glen Mohr hotel and the Loch Lomond hotel were are least favorites. Neither had lifts, so carrying heavy luggage up flights of stairs wasn't easy, especially after a long day.
Would highly recommend the entire Pitlochry plan, (Westlands of Pitlochry hotel, Pitlochry Golf club and Tomnauld Farm), Edinburgh plans ( Tigerlilly hotel, history lovers walking tour and Edinburgh castle), and the Fort William plans ( Jacobite train and Whispering Pines hotel).
One other recommendation would be to drive on the A28 through the highlands and pull over for a short hike. Breathtaking views!
Over all the trip was amazing and I don't think we could have done this well with planning without the help of Pauline and Flore.

Hotel Reviews
Tigerlily
Edinburgh

Very nice. Our room was the perfect size for the four of us, very spacious. Enjoyed dinner and breakfast at the hotel restaurant and loved how close the hotel was to everything.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Was in walking distance to the royal mile and other historical locations.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Westlands of Pitlochry Bed & Breakfast
Pitlpochry

We had the apartment which was perfect for the six of us. Loved how close the hotel was to the stores and restaurants in Pitlochry.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The front desk staff were just very neutral, neither really welcoming but also not non-welcoming. Kind of felt like we were interrupting whenever we were at the desk.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Glen Mhor Hotel
Inverness

Very crowded area and hardly to find a parking spot. I think we got the very last spot that was in the brewery lot. It then took us a bit to figure out how to get from the lot to the correct building we were staying in. Once in the building we had to carry all of our bags up three flights up stairs. Fine if you just have some small bags but lugging large suitcases wasn't fun. The staff did have one of the young restaurant workers come and help us with a couple of bags. Though we did not have reservations, the restaurant host did find us a table for dinner and we were very appreciative.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Whispering Pine Lodge
Spean Bridge

This was our favorite place during our entire trip to Scotland. We had a cabin and it was so comfortable and had everything we could need. Also the views of the loch right outside our cabin was amazing. I did not want to leave this place. In fact I wish we would have had more time there so we could enjoy all the other amenities that were offered. We ordered take away from their restaurant and they delivered to our cabin which was so nice. The breakfast buffet was also great, so much variety and very delicious. I want to go back to the place!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Loved that it was right on the loch.
Staff
The staff were so kind.
Cleanliness & Comfort
LOCH LOMOND HOTEL
Balloch

Our room was a good amount of space for the four of us and the room was clean and comfortable. It was very warm, even with the windows open and the fan on. We were on the top floor and because there wasn't a lift so we had to carry all of our heavy luggage up the flights and there wasn't any help from staff provided. We decided to go to the restaurant/ bar to get a drink. After ordering drinks we asked for the food menu and were told that they were not serving any food that night. So we ended up having to go next door and bring back to our room though I will add that the staff did say that we could bring back the food to eat in their restaurant. Also I think the other thing was that we were ready to check out Luss and when we arrived at the hotel it wasn't in Luss. There wasn't anything really to do where this hotel was located. Just a few restaurants, no shops. This is obviously wasn't the hotels fault.

Authenticity & Character
It's fine.
Location
This isn't in Luss and there isn't anything to do around except a boat tour.
Staff
The staff were very kind.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
History Lovers Old Town Walking Tour
History Lovers Old Town Walking Tour
Edinburgh

Shanna was great! We really enjoyed this tour and wished it was longer.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Shanna was so knowledgeable about everything and so great to talk to .
Transport
We walked everywhere.
Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh

Enjoyed seeing the castle and the views were great.

Quality of Experience
Inverness & Beauly Firth Boat Cruise
Inverness & Beauly Firth Boat Cruise
Inverness

It was a fun cruise and did see some different wildlife. Also appreciated that they provided binoculars .

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit Tomnauld Farm
Pitlochry

This was a great little farm. The owners met us out front and it was like we were old friends right away. They were so nice. David took us for a tour of the farm where we were able to pet and feed the animals. There were goats, pigs, alpacas, chickens a mini Shetland pony. Afterwards, we talked for a bit and Hannah made us coffee and provided cute little cakes to eat. It really was a lovely experience. I would highly highly recommend!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre tickets
Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre tickets
Inverness

It was what to be expected, a nice museum to understand what all happened.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Day out on the Jacobite Train (of Harry Potter fame)
Day out on the Jacobite Train (of Harry Potter fame)
England

Favorite activity! Could not have asked for a better train ride. We picked up sandwiches at the grocery store next door to the station and had them on the train. There was a beverage service and a Harry Potter souvenir service that came by. The views on the ride were amazing! Just breathtaking.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Loch Lomond Cruise
Loch Lomond Cruise
England

The boat was nice, the staff were great and the views were lovely however we could not hear any of the history or information that the crew were giving over the loud speaker. Maybe it was where we were sitting which was near the engine but really wherever you sit you should be able to hear. It was a full boat. I have a photo of where three of us are dozing off because it was just blah. Being able to hear would have made this trip be completely different.

Quality of Experience
Be able to hear the information.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Flore Hasdenteufel

All the guides assigned to us were all exempl...
Morocco | Jun 8 - Jun 13, 2025

Sherry
Sherry A.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

All the guides assigned to us were all exemplary. Ahmed was very patience with us when he drove us to Essaouira and back.

Thank you so much.

Local specialist: Nihad Hammi
Nihad
Nihad Hammi
Local specialist in Tinghir | Replied on Jun 24, 2025

Hi Sherry,

Thank you for taking the time to write to us about your experience. We are so glad to hear that you had a great time! We hope that this will be the first trip of many!

Thank you for trusting us with your trip. We look forward to meeting you again!

Nihad, Ahmed & the rest of the Morocco Immersion family!

It was nice to have a local travel agent to c...
France | Jun 3 - Jun 14, 2025

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Jennifer B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025
It was nice to have a local travel agent to connect us with experiences we wouldn’t have known about otherwise. It was a long trip with so many options but she really helped us narrow things down. There was something for the adults and the children and everyone was happy. Read more

It was nice to have a local travel agent to connect us with experiences we wouldn’t have known about otherwise. It was a long trip with so many options but she really helped us narrow things down. There was something for the adults and the children and everyone was happy.

Hotel Reviews
L'Empire
Paris

The staff at this hotel really made the visit worth it! They were very attentive and very patient. I do not recommend the basement room, smelled musty and very little light, but we had another room on the second floor which was wonderful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Les O d'Annecy B&B
Saint-Jorioz

We’ve never been better taken care of than we were at this hotel. The breakfast was delicious, the staff was friendly and attentive, the rooms were comfortable, and the views were amazing.

Authenticity & Character
The decor was thoughtful and well done
Location
It was close to Annecy but not too close, perfect for exploring the surrounding area
Staff
Bernard gave the best recommendations, including where to go and what to eat. He absolutely enhanced our stay, we don’t think we would’ve enjoyed the area as much without his input. His wife is one of the sweetest women I’ve ever met. Both were extremely hospitable and just wanted to make sure everyone was comfortable and happy
Cleanliness & Comfort
We’ve never slept in a more comfortable bed. The mattress and the linens were excellent quality.
Local specialist: Lucie Rousseau
Lucie
Lucie Rousseau
Local specialist in Montpellier | Replied on Jun 23, 2025

Thanks Jennifer for your feedback. It was a great pleasure to organise this trip for your family. I am glad that you enjoyed Annecy so much.
I am sorry to read that the other hotels were not up to mark. Thanks for letting me know.
Do not hesitate to reach out in case you'd like to plan a new trip to France. I'd be happy to help.
I wish you the best.

Highly recommended!
Nepal | Jun 9 - Jun 14, 2025

Cinthya Marlen
Cinthya Marlen H.
Japan | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Incredible experience in Nepal thanks to Sangita / Himalayan Namobuddha Travel & Treks. From day one, the team was extremely kind and attentive, always looking out for our needs and making sure everything went perfectly. Whenever any unforeseen issue came up, they responded quickly and efficiently, allowing us to enjoy the trip without any worries. Their commitment to providing a genuine and well-curated experience truly stands out. Highly recommended!

Local specialist: Sangita Bajracharya
Sangita
Sangita Bajracharya
Local specialist in Kathmandu | Replied on Jun 21, 2025

Dear Cinthya,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking time to share your wonderful experience with us. Your appreciation means the world to us and encourages us to keep curating unique experience for every guest. Looking forward to welcoming you and your friends/family back in Nepal soon .

Best Regards
Sangita and HNB Team

Greece Vacation
Greece | Jun 5 - Jun 18, 2025

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Wayne S.
Kansas City, MO | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Kimkim did a great job planning out a 14-day vacation to see the mainland of Greece, Naxos, Santorini, and Crete. The tours and activities were all that we hoped for combining culture, food, adventure, and history.

Local specialist: Siena Mueller
Siena
Siena Mueller
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Jun 24, 2025

Thank you for your review and message, Wayne!! I'm so glad you had a blast exploring Greece and that the trip plan we designed hit the mark. 🙌🇬🇷✨

Trip of a Lifetime
Australia | Apr 27 - May 11, 2025

Judy
Judy H.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025
When we first began planning our itinerary for Australia, it was a bit overwhelming…so many beautiful places to go in just 2 weeks! But we were extremely fortunate to have found Vicky and kimkim who made planning a dream. She was spot on when we let her know our interests and came up with an amazing itinerary that was perfect for us! Communication was excellent, and in spite of a few rainy days, what we were able to see and do was fantastic, especially with our gifted guides in Sydney,... Read more

When we first began planning our itinerary for Australia, it was a bit overwhelming…so many beautiful places to go in just 2 weeks! But we were extremely fortunate to have found Vicky and kimkim who made planning a dream. She was spot on when we let her know our interests and came up with an amazing itinerary that was perfect for us! Communication was excellent, and in spite of a few rainy days, what we were able to see and do was fantastic, especially with our gifted guides in Sydney, Uluru, Melbourne, the Blue Mountains, Port Douglas, and along The Great Ocean Road. One of our favorite experiences was snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef, and Vicky selected the perfect company to take us there. The ABC snorkeling charter was fantastic, with our guides who were extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. Sunrise at Uluru was spectacular, as was the lovely evening dinner and viewing with our guide who spotlighted all to see in the beautiful night sky.
Many thanks to Vicky and Kimkim for a perfect trip, which will leave us with so many beautiful memories.

Hotel Review
Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Port Douglas

This was our favorite hotel. It was just across from the ocean and in walking distance to many wonderful restaurants and shops. The pool area was lovely, especially in the evening. Breakfast was wonderful, and we had free access to bikes to get to the area where we would take our snorkeling trip.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to places we could walk or ride bikes to.
Staff
Everyone that provided services of any kind was exceptional.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were so comfortable, there was a nice balcony and amenities.
Activity Reviews
Uluru Sacred Sites, Sunset, BBQ and Star Talk
Uluru Sacred Sites, Sunset, BBQ and Star Talk
Uluru

One of our favorites !

Quality of Experience
Incredible scenery
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Knowledgeable and thorough
Transport
Comfortable
Laneways of Melbourne
Laneways of Melbourne
Melbourne

Love the artwork everywhere! Guide was great!

Sydney City Small Group Walking Tour (Small Group Tour)
Sydney City Small Group Walking Tour (Small Group Tour)
Sydney

Lots of great information

Quality of Experience
Lots of history and knowledge on the part of the guidses
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very knowledgeable and entertaining
Transport
Transport was entertaining and safe
Sydney Opera House Tour
Sydney Opera House Tour
Sydney

The guide was exceptional and the opera house was very beautiful, inside and out.

Quality of Experience
An excellent guide with wonderful delivery of information
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Personable and easy to understand
Transport
Kata Tjuta Small-Group Tour Including Sunrise and Breakfast
Kata Tjuta Small-Group Tour Including Sunrise and Breakfast
Uluru

Sunrise was spectacular, but chillier than expected. Breakfast was okay, but it was very windy and cool outside.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Foodie Discovery Walking Tour
Foodie Discovery Walking Tour
Melbourne

This tour was so much fun and we enjoyed the food treats. Our guide was exceptional and thorough.

Quality of Experience
A fantastic guide and fun to share the local delicacies
Food
Everything!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walking was our transportation, but it was easily doable.
Blue Mountains Small Group Tour
Blue Mountains Small Group Tour
Sydney

Weather did not cooperate so lots of clouds obscuring views, but the information was very good.

Quality of Experience
Lots of information
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
It was a long trip but the information was good
Classic Kuranda - Ex Port Douglas
Classic Kuranda - Ex Port Douglas
Port Douglas

Finding our way to start was somewhat confusing, but that was because there had been adjusted, but it worked out fine.

Quality of Experience
Scenery was lovely
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Good information
Transport
Comfortable
Luxe Bus Great Ocean Road with Wildlife Wonders
Luxe Bus Great Ocean Road with Wildlife Wonders
Melbourne

The road was so scenic and photos are amazing.

Quality of Experience
Beautiful photos
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Just the two of us with a driver, and he accompanied us as we moved from place to place
Transport
Comfortable and on time
Small Group Kuranda Tour
Small Group Kuranda Tour
Port Douglas

It was a bit longer than expected but we enjoyed the experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Yarra Valley Wine and Winery Full day Tour
Yarra Valley Wine and Winery Full day Tour
Melbourne

We enjoyed touring the area and the wineries and meeting some other guests. It was a nice wind down (or “wine down”) for the last day in Australia.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Premium Daintree & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
Premium Daintree & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
Australia

Enjoyed the boat ride and seeing the crocodiles as well as the creeks

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Good information and safety
Transport
ABC Snorkel Charters Port Douglas Snorkelling max 12 passengers
ABC Snorkel Charters Port Douglas Snorkelling max 12 passengers
Australia

This was one of our favorites. The guides were exceptional and we saw lots of beautiful creature and life under the sea.

Quality of Experience
So much fun !
Food
Nice that provided us yummy sandwiches!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were fun and very professional.
Transport
Local specialist: Vicky Steinhardt
Vicky
Vicky Steinhardt
Local specialist in Noosa, Australia | Replied on Jun 20, 2025
Hi Bill and Judy, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words—it truly made my day to read your reflections! I’m so happy to hear that your Australian adventure turned out to be such a memorable and meaningful experience, and that the itinerary felt just right for you. Snorkeling with ABC on the Great Barrier Reef is always a standout, and I’m so glad you enjoyed it—they really do have a fantastic team. Sunrise at Uluru sounds like it was just as breathtaking as always, and I’m so... Read more

Hi Bill and Judy,

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words—it truly made my day to read your reflections! I’m so happy to hear that your Australian adventure turned out to be such a memorable and meaningful experience, and that the itinerary felt just right for you.

Snorkeling with ABC on the Great Barrier Reef is always a standout, and I’m so glad you enjoyed it—they really do have a fantastic team. Sunrise at Uluru sounds like it was just as breathtaking as always, and I’m so pleased you enjoyed the sunset BBQ and star talk too—such a special way to connect with the landscape and sky out there.

Thank you also for your lovely feedback about the local guides—it means so much to know they made a positive impact throughout your journey. And I couldn't agree more about The Peninsula—it's one of my personal favourites too! The service and location are consistently fantastic.

And a big thank you for sharing your gorgeous photos—I absolutely love being able to see and share the moments that made your trip so special.

It was such a pleasure planning this trip with you both, and I’m so happy it’s left you with so many wonderful memories.

Warmest wishes,
Vicky

Tailored to Us
United Kingdom | Jun 6 - Jun 13, 2025

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Katherine T.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025
We had a great experience using kimkim and Tetiana for our UK vacation. Tetiana worked with us to suggest and finalize a good balance of scheduled tours and self exploration. We had a couple days in each London, Oxford, and Bath for our week of vacation. Highlights included a private walking tour with a retired royal guard. The history of London he shared with his experiences as a royal guard were educational and entertaining. In Oxford, we had a small group tour of the Cotswolds that... Read more

We had a great experience using kimkim and Tetiana for our UK vacation. Tetiana worked with us to suggest and finalize a good balance of scheduled tours and self exploration. We had a couple days in each London, Oxford, and Bath for our week of vacation. Highlights included a private walking tour with a retired royal guard. The history of London he shared with his experiences as a royal guard were educational and entertaining. In Oxford, we had a small group tour of the Cotswolds that was a great half day of seeing a number of villages. In Bath, we decided to explore on our own with suggestions of things to see. In all three locations, we had amazing stays at the inns Tetiana selected for us - all were charming with access to pubs, transportation and more local flare. It was so nice to have all the hotels, train tickets, and tour tickets prepaid and we greatly appreciated kimkim's web site where we quickly had access to all our electronic tickets, descriptions of our inns, our itinerary and chat with Tetiana if we needed anything. We absolutely will use kimkim again and tell all our friends!!

Hotel Reviews
The One Tun Pub and Rooms
London

The One Tun Pub and Rooms was charming with a larger room and a modern bathroom. It was quiet (even though above a the pub) and the location was about a half a block to the train, so very convenient. The staff were very friendly and attentive.

Authenticity & Character
Only a few rooms, a larger room, and modern bathroom.
Location
Close to the train station.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Black Boy
Oxford

Although a little ways from the center of Oxford, the inn was more in a residential area that was quiet. The inn, itself was charming, with only a few rooms, but the room we had was large and the bathroom was large and updated. It was a couple block walk to the bus stops, but the buses came frequently and it was an easy ride into Oxford center. The food at the inn was delicious and we ended up eating two evening meals at the inn.

Authenticity & Character
It was quiet, well kept, and very charming.
Location
We didn't mind the walk, but it was a couple blocks to the bus stops.
Staff
The staff were wonderful - very helpful, always checking to see if we needed anything as we came and went.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and good beds!
The Bear
Bath

The room size was wonderful with big windows for lots of light. The bathroom was also big and bright. The location was close to the Bath train and bus station, so a quick ride on the bus up the hill, or a short walk down into the town center. We ate at the restaurant for dinner which was very good. With only a few rooms, the inn space was very charming.

Authenticity & Character
Big room with big windows and partial view of the town/valley.
Location
Good proximity to the Bath train and bus station with a bus stop right outside the inn.
Staff
Very friendly and helpful. Allowed us to check in several hours early when we arrived as the room was ready.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Well kept, clean and nice furnishings.
The Belgrave Hotel
London

A short walk from the tube station and a good location for walking to sights on the west end of London. The room was very small, as was the bathroom, but the accommodations were clean and nice, so worked well for an overnight.

Authenticity & Character
The lobby and common area of the hotel were charming; the room was small, but provided what we needed.
Location
Very easy to get around with lots of restaurants and pubs within a couple blocks.
Staff
The front desk and breakfast staff were very friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Tetiana Smal
Tetiana
Tetiana Smal
Local specialist in London | Replied on Jun 20, 2025

Dear Kathy,

Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful and generous review — I’m truly touched by your kind words! It means the world to know that your time in the UK was not only smooth and well-organized but also filled with meaningful moments and discoveries.

It was truly a pleasure working with you — your warmth, curiosity, and thoughtful approach made the planning process so rewarding. I would be honored to help with any future travel, and thank you again for sharing your experience with others.

Warmest wishes
Tania

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