Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Beautiful views abound!
Croatia | Sep 19 - Sep 28, 2025

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K R.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
This was an amazing trip filled with a variety of activities that kept us moving and immersed in the local culture and history. The sunset views from the top of Marjan Hill in Split were breathtaking! Views from the fortress in Hvar were incredible both during the day and the night. We even hiked to the top of Mount Srd! You need a good set of walking shoes for this trip! Walking the walls of Dubrovnik while the sun was setting cast the perfect light for pictures. Wine tasting and... Read more

This was an amazing trip filled with a variety of activities that kept us moving and immersed in the local culture and history. The sunset views from the top of Marjan Hill in Split were breathtaking! Views from the fortress in Hvar were incredible both during the day and the night. We even hiked to the top of Mount Srd! You need a good set of walking shoes for this trip! Walking the walls of Dubrovnik while the sun was setting cast the perfect light for pictures. Wine tasting and biking were also fun adventures! There is so much to see and do! We felt safe even at night. Thank you 🇭🇷!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Ivka
Dubrovnik
Authenticity & Character
Our room was lovely with plenty of space.
Location
This hotel is just below the bus stop. It is a short ride (10-15 minutes). You can get tickets in the lobby. It is easier and cheaper to buy ahead of time but you can use a credit card on the bus.
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Pharos Hvar Bayhill Hotel
Hvar
Authenticity & Character
Some rooms are very small but they make great use of space. There is room for luggage under the beds and furniture is full of shelves and cubbies. The rooms were very clean. We had a junior suite and it was very large and comfortable.
Location
This hotel is a short walk to the town. It is up on the hill so keep that in mind. (Most places require walking with stairs.)
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Garden Apartment Hotel
Split

We arrived at night and we were unsure of this hotel’s location. The location was one of the things we loved the most! You can walk up the stairs to the most beautiful viewpoint in Split just outside your door. We were in the first unit and had a nice little balcony with a view where we could relax. (I am not sure if all rooms have this lovely view.). You need to keep in mind it is an older room, but the bathroom is beautifully renovated. The place was extremely clean too!!! ( I would recommend better pillows. ) The staff was very friendly and helpful.

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Activity Reviews
E-bike tour in Dubrovnik with wine tasting and snacks (small group)
E-bike tour in Dubrovnik with wine tasting and snacks (small group)
Dubrovnik

Adrian was a wonderful guide! It was wonderful to learn all about his life in the small town and bike the beautiful countryside! We felt safe on the roads and the e-bike made the adventure fun instead of grueling! The lunch and wine tasting were lovely! This is a fun activity for anyone wanting to get out of the city and explore the countryside! Thanks Adrian!

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Tour Dubrovnik's Old Town
Tour Dubrovnik's Old Town
Croatia

Once again we had a wonderful tour guide who shared all about the history of the city. A small group was perfect for a personal experience where we could talk and ask questions. What a beautiful city to explore!

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Hvar Wine Tasting Excursion
Hvar Wine Tasting Excursion
Hvar

It was wonderful to meet Maria and for her to share her knowledge of the area while we drove to our tastings. Everyone was friendly and welcoming!

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Day trip to Krka National Park
Day trip to Krka National Park
Croatia

The park was a beautiful park with the sound of rushing water everywhere you went. The walking was fairly easy on well taken care of boardwalks. It was nice to explore outside the city for a few hours. It is close to split and can walk through in an hour or so. A nice change from the city if you need an activity!

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Guided Walking Tour of Split
Guided Walking Tour of Split
Split

It was great to have such a wonderful, small group tour! We were able to have conversations and ask questions which made this experience more personal. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly! It is nice to learn about the history of the city you are visiting!

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Local specialist: Sarah Cosic

KimKim couldn't have been better!
Colombia | Sep 12 - Sep 21, 2025

Margaret
Margaret H.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
We had an amazing trip around Colombia experiencing the art, culture, food and of course the coffee in this beautiful country. All our guides were so informative and helpful; Ricardo in Bogota was so knowledgable kind and interesting,.....in fact none of them disappointed in anyway. Columbia is a vibrant, extremely friendly and interesting country with a rich cultural heritage. I would not hesitate in recommending it as a great holiday destination and I would definitely recommend kimkim for... Read more

We had an amazing trip around Colombia experiencing the art, culture, food and of course the coffee in this beautiful country. All our guides were so informative and helpful; Ricardo in Bogota was so knowledgable kind and interesting,.....in fact none of them disappointed in anyway. Columbia is a vibrant, extremely friendly and interesting country with a rich cultural heritage. I would not hesitate in recommending it as a great holiday destination and I would definitely recommend kimkim for its professionalism, choices of accommodation and tour guides and overall attention to detail.

Hotel Review
The Artisan D.C. Hotel, Autograph Collection
Bogotá

We were not well when we arrived at the hotel and the staff could not have been nicer / more helpful to us. The staff in the restaurant were extremely nice and the food was great & good value. The room and bathroom was perfect.

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Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Sep 30, 2025
Dear Margaret! I’m so happy to hear you both had such an amazing time exploring Colombia, and that you enjoyed the art, culture, food, and of course, the coffee. It means a lot to us to know that our guides, especially Ricardo, made your experience even more special. He and the whole team are always so dedicated, and it makes us really happy that they exceeded your expectations! Colombia really has something unique, doesn’t it? We are so glad you were able to connect with the culture,... Read more

Dear Margaret!

I’m so happy to hear you both had such an amazing time exploring Colombia, and that you enjoyed the art, culture, food, and of course, the coffee. It means a lot to us to know that our guides, especially Ricardo, made your experience even more special. He and the whole team are always so dedicated, and it makes us really happy that they exceeded your expectations!

Colombia really has something unique, doesn’t it? We are so glad you were able to connect with the culture, the people, and everything that makes this place so vibrant. There’s no better reward for us than knowing that you had a memorable time.

Thank you so much for trusting kimkim and us with your journey. We truly hope to welcome you back someday... you will always have a home in Colombia 🇨🇴💛

Sending you a big hug, and thanks again for sharing your experience with us.

Un abrazo,
Margarita

We had a great time and thank much to Ivan an...
Croatia | Sep 13 - Sep 23, 2025

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Mizzy C.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
We had a great time and thank much to Ivan and Sarah for listening to our requests....they were hands on and very easy to talk to, response time was very quick. Would recommend them to other friends in the future.
The chosen hotels were also great but if there was 1 we would have changed it would be having something close to a beach on the last leg in Dubrovnik or having a pool to relax in. The guides that were chosen were all good.
If we were to plan anything in Croatia again, would not...
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We had a great time and thank much to Ivan and Sarah for listening to our requests....they were hands on and very easy to talk to, response time was very quick. Would recommend them to other friends in the future.
The chosen hotels were also great but if there was 1 we would have changed it would be having something close to a beach on the last leg in Dubrovnik or having a pool to relax in. The guides that were chosen were all good.
If we were to plan anything in Croatia again, would not hesitate to contact Ivan and Sara again!!
The places we chose were all as we expected - BLUE Cave and Plitvice lakes tops!! Thank you for a memorable trip.

Hotel Reviews
Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort
Hvar
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Irini Luxury Rooms
Split
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Hotel Degenija
Rakovica
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Urban Hotel Ljubljana Center
Ljubljana
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City Hotel Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik
Authenticity & Character
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would have been nice if closer to beach area and if with a pool
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Local specialist: Ivan Cosic

We had a great trip. It was good to have the ...
Italy | Sep 19 - Sep 28, 2025

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Michael J.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
We had a great trip. It was good to have the driver meet us at the airport so that we would know where to go. All of the transportation connections were excellent. The representative took us from the hotel to the train station so that we were at the right train and right car for the next train we knew what to do and did not need help. The boat trip from the airport to the hotel in Venice was a great experience. We enjoyed walking around Venice and the tour guides were excellent. The tours... Read more

We had a great trip. It was good to have the driver meet us at the airport so that we would know where to go. All of the transportation connections were excellent. The representative took us from the hotel to the train station so that we were at the right train and right car for the next train we knew what to do and did not need help. The boat trip from the airport to the hotel in Venice was a great experience. We enjoyed walking around Venice and the tour guides were excellent. The tours were excellent as we learned more being a group of three than a group of 20. We could ask questions at leisure. Sorrento was nice even though it rained each day for three hours as we got rain slickers for 2 dollars and an umbrella and walked about like everybody else did. The trip to Pompey and the trip to the winery were fun. There was so much history to learn. The trip to Rome was great by train, comfortable, had wifi and served snacks. The food was great in all places. It was tasty and flavorful to the last bite. We had a tour of the Vatican and the Colosseum that were great. All of the hotel accommodations were what we expected. We had a great trip and look forward to using Andrea again as the process was seamless and without any stress for me to figure out what we should see, when and how. This was a great trip that we enjoyed very much.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Smeraldo
Rome

We had a water leak from upstairs and it drained into my suitcase so they immediately changed the room and had my clothing cleaned.

Authenticity & Character
nice hotel
Location
close to everything
Staff
very attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
very clean
Hotel Continental
Sorrento

very classy hotel

Authenticity & Character
classic
Location
close to the center of Sorrento with shopping
Staff
very attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
very clean
Hotel Flora Venice
Venice

pretty hotel located right in the middle of Venice near all of the shopping.

Authenticity & Character
pretty hotel very rustic
Location
Staff
very attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
impeccably clean
Activity Reviews
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - private guide
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - private guide
Rome

Great to be in the place where you can imagine being out in the crowd where the Pope had been in the balcony out welcoming the crowds of people to the Vatican.

Quality of Experience
so much history that was very rich
Guides, Drivers and Staff
attentive
Transport
on point
Colosseum and Roman Forum - Private guide
Colosseum and Roman Forum - Private guide
Rome

Great history to learn how Rome was built on multiple levels

Quality of Experience
The colosseum is an amazing place to see
Guides, Drivers and Staff
very helpful
Transport
clean and comfortable
Rome Private Guided Walk
Rome Private Guided Walk
Rome

It gave an orientation of Rome so that over the next three days, we were able to navigate independently.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
perfect The train was amazing, clean, comfortable
Day trip to Capri Island from Sorrento - small group
Day trip to Capri Island from Sorrento - small group
Italy

It rained so we did not experience.

Quality of Experience
weather did not permit this activity
Guides, Drivers and Staff
weather did not permit this activity
Transport
weather did not permit this activity
Pompeii ruin visit with a private guide
Pompeii ruin visit with a private guide
Italy

He was very insightful about the ruins and how life actually was at the time.

Quality of Experience
definite learning experience, very knowledgeable
Guides, Drivers and Staff
On time and took care of her belongings while we enjoyed the tour
Transport
informational as well
Wine tasting in Pompeii area including light lunch
Wine tasting in Pompeii area including light lunch
Italy

The food was great and flavorful and the wine was delicious.

Quality of Experience
everybody was treated as if they were the only patron present
Food
flavorful to the last bite, not sure I will be able to eat an American pizza again
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The mercedes transport vans were comfortable and roomy.
Transport
It was good to have somebody looking for us.
The Jewels of Venice (St. Mark & Doge Palace)
The Jewels of Venice (St. Mark & Doge Palace)
Venice

Interesting to learn how Italy transformed to a unified country.

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punctual and on point
Hidden Venice and cicchetti experience
Hidden Venice and cicchetti experience
Italy

It was fun to eat like everyday Italians do.

Quality of Experience
food was delicious
Guides, Drivers and Staff
excellent, punctual and responsive
Transport
very punctual and got us to the right place at the right time with no stress
Local specialist: Andrea Gambino
Andrea
Andrea Gambino
Local specialist in Turin, Italy | Replied on Sep 30, 2025

Hi Michael,
thank you for this wonderful review. I enjoyed working with you and I would be glad to assist you in the future.

Pedro was amazing to work with during the who...
Portugal | Sep 10 - Sep 27, 2025

Bob
Bob B.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
Pedro was amazing to work with during the whole experience. He was knowledgeable and helpful in the whole pre trip process. His suggestions were great and he understood and put together a plan that fit well with our desires and limitations. During the trip he was extremely available to answer questions and worked seemlessly with changes we had to make(my error not his).
All in all, an outstanding experience.
I would highly recommend KimKim and Pedro! Read more

Pedro was amazing to work with during the whole experience. He was knowledgeable and helpful in the whole pre trip process. His suggestions were great and he understood and put together a plan that fit well with our desires and limitations. During the trip he was extremely available to answer questions and worked seemlessly with changes we had to make(my error not his).
All in all, an outstanding experience.

I would highly recommend KimKim and Pedro!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Cascais Miragem
Cascais

Biggest hotel of our trip. Beautiful and modern. Our room was delightful with a wonderful view. Indoor and outdoor pools very nice.

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Casa Mãe Lagos
Lagos

Best overall experience from our trip. Food and people were great. Enjoyed the outdoor pool.

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MouraSuites Hotel
Largo da Porta de Moura, 7000-647 Évora, Portugal

Small but comfortable. People just were not very enthusiastic but they were helpful

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Maison Albar - Le Monumental Palace
Porto

Very pleasant experience Spa and pool were great

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PortoBay Liberdade
Lisbon

Very nice but we were so jet lagged it hard to be more specific.

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Sep 30, 2025

Hello Bob,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review!
It was a real pleasure working with you to plan your trip.
I’m so glad to hear that the suggestions and itinerary fit well with your wishes and that we could support you along the way. We always want our travelers to feel confident and cared for, so your kind words mean a lot.
I’m grateful for the recommendation and hope we can plan another adventure together in the future!
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Fantastic itinerary
Vietnam | Sep 16 - Sep 22, 2025

Cheryl
Cheryl M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
Our guide, Mai in Hanoi was amazing! She was super knowledgeable about the culture and history of Vietnam. We learned so much from her. She was always prompt with our drivers and kept us on schedule without feeling rushed.
Our guide, Zo Zo in Sapa was also a fabulous guide. We did a six mile trek with her and she was great in giving us the lifestyle of the Vietnamese in the mountains. We also went to the temples on top of indochina. Amazing trip!
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Our guide, Mai in Hanoi was amazing! She was super knowledgeable about the culture and history of Vietnam. We learned so much from her. She was always prompt with our drivers and kept us on schedule without feeling rushed.
Our guide, Zo Zo in Sapa was also a fabulous guide. We did a six mile trek with her and she was great in giving us the lifestyle of the Vietnamese in the mountains. We also went to the temples on top of indochina. Amazing trip!

Hotel Reviews
Laxsik Ecolodge

The Laxsik Ecolodge was a lovely place to stay. The rooms had beautiful views overlooking the Mountains in Sa Pa. The breakfast and dinners were delicious. The pool was so nice at the end of the day. We also had massages after a 6mile trek and the girls did a great job. Served us some lovely tea while we waited for the rooms to be ready. Above all, the staff were great. Such kind people and very accommodating with anything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.

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Capella Cruise
Halong

This was a fabulous cruise. The rooms were beautifully appointed. The staff members were so kind and accommodating. The food served was fresh and quite creative. Enjoyed everything about this place and we will certainly use them again.

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Local specialist: Ashley Nguyen
Ashley
Ashley Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi | Replied on Sep 30, 2025

Hello Cheryl,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are pleased to hear that you had an amazing trip. Mai in Hanoi and Zo Zo in Sapa are both exceptional guides, and we'll be sure to pass along your kind words to them. It sounds like you had a truly memorable experience exploring Vietnam's culture and history, from the bustling city to the peaceful mountains.

Thank you for being very nice. We are so happy to have you with us in Vietnam.

We hope to welcome you back again soon <3

Love,
Ashley

The struggle is real!! I really want to give ...
Italy | Sep 7 - Sep 22, 2025

Marla
Marla J.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
The struggle is real!! I really want to give a 5 star review and would have preferred the choice of 4.5 or 4.75 stars because although we had a rather upsetting start - the issue was addressed without so much of a heartbeat and we ended up being very pleased with the service we received. I found Ariana to be intuitive to what we were looking for in our trip. We had to make only a few revisions to the initial booking because she listened to us; and generally knew what questions to ask. She was... Read more

The struggle is real!! I really want to give a 5 star review and would have preferred the choice of 4.5 or 4.75 stars because although we had a rather upsetting start - the issue was addressed without so much of a heartbeat and we ended up being very pleased with the service we received. I found Ariana to be intuitive to what we were looking for in our trip. We had to make only a few revisions to the initial booking because she listened to us; and generally knew what questions to ask. She was a pleasure to work with.

We had two problems in the actual trip - one at the beginning and one at the end. We are in our mid-70’s and requested that there be no hotels without luggage service because it was difficult for us to handle. We had arranged for private transfers and drivers to help with that problem. There was a issue with the initial transfer from the train station but after they were made aware of our stated expectations the CEO stepped in and took care of the problem.

The second issue they are likely not aware of because it happened the last night of our trip. The hotel they booked us in at Lake Como (Alberto Terminus) had live “music” the night before we flew out of Milan. It went on until 11:30pm and it was directly below our room . The hotel was extremely rude when we attempted to address the issue with them. There was nothing they were willing to do to make our last night comfortable. They even told us that there was no management on site to address our complaint that we were never told that they have live music EVERY Thursday and Sunday night. We would have chosen another hotel. I’m doubtful that Story Walking Tours knows of this - but hopefully they will address it going forward. I don’t blame them for it - and I only mention it so that they can take it into consideration when booking other guests. All in all - we are grateful for our experience with StoryWalking and are thinking of using them for our next vacation if they work the area.

Hotel Reviews
Albergo Terminus
Como

The atmosphere was wonderful but what they forgot to mention was that they have LIVE MUSIC EVERY THURSDAY AND SUNDAY EVENINGS, DIRECTLY BELOW OUR ROOM. The room we booked was one of their best rooms until you find out that if you need to get rest on a Thursday or Sunday night - it will be almost midnight before that occurs. The staff was rude, not at all concerned with our comfort and totally unwilling to do anything about the inconvenience that we suffered. I would NEVER stay at this hotel again. It really is a shame because the food at their restaurant was exceptional and the atmosphere was great - the bed was rock hard and the “music” unbearable! The staff at night should be fired.

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La Torretta
Manarola

We absolutely LOVED EVERYTHING about this hotel. The room was fantastic, the reception when we arrived made us feel very special and the staff could not have been more attentive. I must say that you haven’t had breakfast until you’ve eaten at La Touretta! This is a true Boutique Hotel and we loved every minute we were there. So quaint and beautiful with an exceptional staff. We could not have been more happy!

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Hotel Montecarlo
Venice

The location was 5 star, the rooms were 3 star. Overall we were satisfied with our stay. Nothing exceptional but it met our basic needs and it was in a fantastic location for us.

Authenticity & Character
Older but very clean.
Location
Very close to St Mark’s Square
Staff
Not overly friendly but not rude.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean but the bed could have been more comfortable
Activity Reviews
 Cinque Terre Full Day Tour with Lunch in a Vineyard
Cinque Terre Full Day Tour with Lunch in a Vineyard
Italy

This was probably our best guide. She was fun to be around and knowledgeable. She was great at gearing her pace to one of our group who needed extra time.

Quality of Experience
Overall it was great - because of the guide
Food
The lunch in a Vinyard was so-so. The food was okay but very plentiful. Service was extremely slow and the staff was all business - not at all personable.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guided was wonderful.
Transport
It was just okay - we took a taxi and were overcharged
Cinque Terre Trekking & Train Card
Cinque Terre Trekking & Train Card
Italy

This was our best guide of the trip. We loved our time with her. The lunch service was extremely slow and the staff at the vineyard were not at all friendly. I might pick a different location.

Quality of Experience
Our guide was a 5 star the rest mediocre.
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Storywalking Experience: Navigating Venice's Hidden Corners, Murano's Artistry & Charming Burano
Storywalking Experience: Navigating Venice's Hidden Corners, Murano's Artistry & Charming Burano
Venice

This was quite enjoyable. The guide was pleasant and knowledgeable.

Quality of Experience
everything we saw and did was interesting and fun
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Knowledgeable guide, interesting sights and a great day
Transport
Boat ride was fun and interesting
Boat Tour in Cinque Terre
Boat Tour in Cinque Terre
Italy

This was cancelled due to weather

Private Gondola Tour With Serenade
Private Gondola Tour With Serenade
Venice

The “vocalist” left a LOT to be desired. He used his iphone to read the lyrics while singing. He had a mediocre voice at best. The guitarist was wonderful but neither one of them even spoke to us when they got on the gondola. They provided to atmosphere at all.

Quality of Experience
Hire people who can sing and know the lyrics
Venice Walking Tour with St. Marks Basilica Access
Venice Walking Tour with St. Marks Basilica Access
Italy

The guide on this tour was very hard to understand. She was very nice but I would not hire her again for an English speaking group because her accent makes it almost impossible to understand what she is saying.

Day-Use Room at your Hotel
Day-Use Room at your Hotel
Italy

Convenient location and sufficient for what we needed!

Quality of Experience
everything We needed was close by.
Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Oct 02, 2025

Ciao Marla,
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful review!
We’re glad to hear that, despite a few challenges, your overall experience turned out positively and that you appreciated the attentive support you received from our team throughout your trip. Your detailed feedback is extremely valuable and will help us improve for future travelers. We’re grateful for your trust and delighted that you are considering traveling with us again.
Until the next Italian adventure!
Arianna & the Storywalking Team

Great suggestions for hikes with outstanding vistas
Iceland | Sep 20 - Sep 25, 2025

Leslie
Leslie N.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
My husband gave Noga an idea of what we like to do on vacation and the level/length of hikes we enjoy. Noga gave us terrific suggestions. The hikes were stunning and got us away from the tour bus crowds. We also enjoyed the accommodations KimKim booked for us. Read more

My husband gave Noga an idea of what we like to do on vacation and the level/length of hikes we enjoy. Noga gave us terrific suggestions. The hikes were stunning and got us away from the tour bus crowds. We also enjoyed the accommodations KimKim booked for us.

Hotel Reviews
Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon
Hnappavellir

We stayed at Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon in the South Coast area, and it was a beautiful experience. The hotel had wonderful amenities, including a Northern Lights wake-up service, which was a delightful feature. In an area where accommodations are limited, this hotel stood out as a fantastic choice with its beauty and service.

Exeter Hotel by Keahotels
Reykjavík

We stayed at the Exeter Hotel by Keahotels in Reykjavík for our first night. Even though we arrived quite late and left early the next morning, we found the hotel to be satisfactory. Its central location was helpful, and the staff assisted us with information on discounted parking. A particular highlight was the great breakfast buffet. Overall, it served its purpose well for a quick stay in the city.

Local specialist: Noga Heyman
Noga
Noga Heyman
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Oct 01, 2025

It was such a joy working with the two of you! I'm so glad you enjoyed your trip and were able to do some of my favorite hikes along the south coast. I have many special memories from the hot springs hike, and I'm glad you now do too. I hope you'll think of us for your next adventure!

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!
England | Sep 20 - Sep 28, 2025

David
David C.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
We chose Kim Kim because the initial questionnaire was an excellent way to describe our wants. Kateryna then took that information to present a very good initial plan. She worked with us to modify the plan to our final liking. She was top notch all the way, i cannot applaud her enough. When we arrived at LHR our driver was not there to pick us up. Thinking “oh no”, i began to try to and find out what to do next when i received a text that a replacement driver was on his. What started out... Read more

We chose Kim Kim because the initial questionnaire was an excellent way to describe our wants. Kateryna then took that information to present a very good initial plan. She worked with us to modify the plan to our final liking. She was top notch all the way, i cannot applaud her enough.

When we arrived at LHR our driver was not there to pick us up. Thinking “oh no”, i began to try to and find out what to do next when i received a text that a replacement driver was on his. What started out as a negative turned into a positive because your team was on top of the situation. Bravo!

I am going to send Kate more info about specific experiences, but it is worth noting that our black cab guides Jack and John were wonderful as was Delianne for our walking tour. Also, the Restaurant 1890 dinner was an unforgettable experience. Wimbledon was an extraordinary tour and experience! And, we really enjoyed the (long) day in Cotswold.

We didn’t get much out of the Tower of London tour - the line to see the Crown Jewels was so long it was essentially prohibitive for me because of my walking/standing limitations. If i had it to do again, i would skip the Stonehenge/Windsor Castle/Bath tour. Stonehenge wasn’t worth the trip in a crowded bus. We had way too little time at Windsor Castle. And while Bath was a nice city, again I’m not sure worth the trip. Having it to do over i would skip Stonehenge (pictures and write ups cover it nicely) and Bath and i would take a train to Windsor Castle and spend much more time there. I have seen Phantom twice in NYC and once in Toronto and. while enjoyable, i felt the London production was somewhat scaled back from those shows.

Hotel Review
Great Scotland Yard Hotel
London

First class hotel. Location was superb! Accommodations were very comfortable. Service was excellent. Front desk was a little confrontational. Restaurants were not exceptional, but very nice.

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Close to everything with good transportation options.
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Activity Reviews
Cotswolds Private Tour
Cotswolds Private Tour
England

Highly informative and enjoyable tour. John, our guide was very good about accommodating us throughout the day. It took us 11 hours but was well worth it . Being there is like stepping back in time!

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Tasting Menu at Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay at The Savoy Hotel
Tasting Menu at Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay at The Savoy Hotel
London

A lifetime memory. The food was very nice. the presentation and service were exceptional.

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum and Tour
Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum and Tour
London

We learned so much and had a very enjoyable time. They were gracious about letting me use a wheelchair to avoid the walking.

Stonehenge and Windsor Castle from London
Stonehenge and Windsor Castle from London
London

See my earlier review.

The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
London

Delianne was a delight and we learned a lot while having an enjoyable time. She was particularly cooperative about my walking limitations.

Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels
London

Beefeater group was too large. I couldn’t stand in the very long line to see the Crown Jewels.

Discover London in a Private Black Cab
Discover London in a Private Black Cab
London

Our guide, Jack, was very knowledgeable and fun. I wish i had asked to see Abbey Road.

Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko
Kateryna
Kateryna Garkavenko
Local specialist in London | Replied on Sep 29, 2025
David, Thank you so much for such a lovely and thoughtful review—it honestly means the world to me. I’m over the moon that your trip turned out to be such a special one, with memories from Wimbledon, Restaurant 1890, the Cotswolds, and of course your fantastic guides. I really value your honest thoughts about the Tower of London, Stonehenge, Bath, and Windsor—it’s so helpful to hear what worked best and what you’d change. And I’m so glad that even with the little hiccup at the airport,... Read more

David,

Thank you so much for such a lovely and thoughtful review—it honestly means the world to me.

I’m over the moon that your trip turned out to be such a special one, with memories from Wimbledon, Restaurant 1890, the Cotswolds, and of course your fantastic guides.

I really value your honest thoughts about the Tower of London, Stonehenge, Bath, and Windsor—it’s so helpful to hear what worked best and what you’d change. And I’m so glad that even with the little hiccup at the airport, the team were quick to step in and make it right.

Most of all, I’m just so happy you felt looked after the whole way through. It’s been such a joy planning this adventure with you, and I can’t wait to hear more when you send me details about the experiences that stood out most.

Big hugs,
Kate

Royal Croatian Tours was amazing!!
Croatia | Sep 15 - Sep 27, 2025

David
David M.
Kansas City, MO | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Sarah and Ivan with Royal Croatian Tours put together the most amazing 2 week trip for my wife and me. It was seamless! Everything was planned perfectly. Great hotels, B&Bs, tour guides and resturant suggestions were outstanding. Best trip ever. You can't go wrong with Sarah, Ivan and Royal Croatian Tours!

Local specialist: Sarah Cosic

Good trip with a few itinerary issues
Portugal | Sep 13 - Sep 27, 2025

Helene
Helene M.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
We enjoyed our trip and covered most of the country. Porto, Ciumbra, Lisbon, Ibidos were great places to visit. Read more

We enjoyed our trip and covered most of the country. Porto, Ciumbra, Lisbon, Ibidos were great places to visit.

Hotel Reviews
Lagos Avenida Hotel
Lagos
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Évora Olive Hotel
Évora
Authenticity & Character
Location
On
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Cleanliness & Comfort
The grounds were not overly inviting, could be better maintained
MeraPrime Gold Design Hotel
Lisbon
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The decor is a little outdated as needs updating
Sapientia Boutique Hotel
Coimbra
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Editory Garden Porto Hotel
Porto
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Scenic Algarve E-Bike Private Experience
Scenic Algarve E-Bike Private Experience
Portugal

It was supposed to be a private tour but we found out the day before that it was going to be a group tour and we were not offered an alternative.

Quality of Experience
Évora Cork and Castle Tour
Évora Cork and Castle Tour
Évora

The tour was supposed to be 3 hours and it was shorter by 1 hour. The guide told us that we didn’t spend enough time at the store and the tower of the castle was closed so it made the tour shorter. She should have adjusted her plan and improvise to add another element to the tour since she is a tour guide knowledgeable in the area. The cork tour itself is not enough for a tour you should add a winery tour to make it worth it.

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Transport
Sintra Heritage Hike: Hidden Secrets
Sintra Heritage Hike: Hidden Secrets
Portugal

Our guide was excellent and we enjoyed the steep hike up. He took us to a nice coffee shop and we enjoyed his company.

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Porto Cooking Class
Porto Cooking Class
Porto

We didn’t have the cooking class but the local food tour. It was fine but the tour guide was more interested in talking about himself and his drinking adventures than educating us on the local food and drinks. Not impressed I heard from other tourists that they had a great time so I would say that the activity can be great if you have a good guide.

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Food
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Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Lisbon
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Day Excursion to Douro Valley: Wine Tasting & Hiking Routes
Day Excursion to Douro Valley: Wine Tasting & Hiking Routes
Porto
Quality of Experience
We were told that we would go to a winery in the itinerary but on the day of the activity they told us that the hike was too long so we would have lunch at the local restaurant and we would a stop to have a glass of wine on the way back. What is the point of going to the Douro Valley if you don’t visit a winery and the local wine? In the end our driver found a solution and we got to visit a winery but the agency dropped the ball.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The driver save the day and made things right!
Transport
Hiking & Cultural Excursion in Peneda-Gerês National Park
Hiking & Cultural Excursion in Peneda-Gerês National Park
Porto

We were expecting to hike for at least 2-3 hours but the hiking was quite shorter than expected and others in the group were also surprised. The drive to get to the park was almost 2 hours each way and the van was extremely uncomfortable with too many people which means that we have to change seats along the way so people would take turn sitting at the back of the car. This is not acceptable for a 4 hour ride on the highway.

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Get to know Porto by E-bike
Get to know Porto by E-bike
Porto

The tour was supposed to be 3 hours but it only lasted 2 hours so we didn’t get the full value. I think the description needs to clearly reflect that duration of the activity to avoid disappointment

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Local specialist: Marina Courtaut
Marina
Marina Courtaut
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Oct 30, 2025

Hi Helene, thank you for taking the time to write your trip review 😊I am glad to hear that overall you had a great trip🤗 As mentioned before the wine and hike experience in the Douro Valley is a long day and so you can do it all in a relaxed way we only include a wine tasting as adding a winery visit will take too much time of the hiking but I am glad our guide could finnally squize a winery visit 🤩We appreciate your comment about the duration of the bike tour, we have corrected this mix up with the duration so there is no confusion. Warm regards from the Espiritu Travel team!

The trip was flawless! Racquel was so respons...
Portugal | Sep 21 - Sep 28, 2025

Tory
Tory R.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
The trip was flawless! Racquel was so responsive and helpful. She made our trip memorable and stress free. We highly recommend her and the team! Read more

The trip was flawless! Racquel was so responsive and helpful. She made our trip memorable and stress free. We highly recommend her and the team!

Hotel Review
Jardim da Batalha Boutique Hotel by Shiadu
Porto

Wonderful breakfast. Attentive staff. Convenient location.

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Activity Review
Vintage Car Tour of Porto
Vintage Car Tour of Porto
Porto

Our tour guides were so sweet and kind and informative.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Soooooo sweet and caring. Loved them both!
Transport
Local specialist: Raquel Aceituno
Raquel
Raquel Aceituno
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Sep 29, 2025

Hi Tory! Thank you so much for taking the time to share the feedback of your family trip to Portugal. I am glad to know that you had a great times😊 It was a pleasure creating this experience for you Michael and your family and we get in touch again for future adventures. All the best, Raquel

the hotels were all excellent choicesall but...
Spain | Sep 21 - Sep 27, 2025

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JEAN B.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

the hotels were all excellent choices
all but one of the guides were excellent, with the best guide in Malaga and the weakest in Granada
only issue was car service at Madrid airport and inability to contact driver

Local specialist: Manuela Cardillo
Manuela
Manuela Cardillo
Local specialist in Madrid, Brescia | Replied on Sep 29, 2025

Hi Jean, thank you for your kind feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed the hotels and had great experiences with most of the guides, especially in Málaga. We appreciate your note on the Granada guide and on the airport pickup. Feedback like yours is important as we continue to improve.
We hope to have the pleasure of assisting you on another journey in the future!

Fascinating country
Morocco | Sep 17 - Sep 24, 2025

Rosanne
Rosanne J.
Australia | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
The trip was well planned and the Riad’s were fabulous. Way better than big international hotels and the people therewere so lovely. Our driver , Soufiane, is an excellent driver and handled the horrible roads and long days admirably.
Zara our guide in Fez, was terrific, we really enjoyed our day with her.
Glamping in the Sahara was a standout part of the trip, but after a 9 hr drive from Fez, we were put onto the camels and sent off without any break or instructions from the camel...
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The trip was well planned and the Riad’s were fabulous. Way better than big international hotels and the people therewere so lovely. Our driver , Soufiane, is an excellent driver and handled the horrible roads and long days admirably.
Zara our guide in Fez, was terrific, we really enjoyed our day with her.
Glamping in the Sahara was a standout part of the trip, but after a 9 hr drive from Fez, we were put onto the camels and sent off without any break or instructions from the camel handlers.
Marrakesh Medina is easy to navigate , even though it’s completely crazy, so would have preferred the guide to be with us for a tour of marrakesh , rather than the Medina. It was a short half day tour, and we had to plan a quick drive around marrakesh ourselves, on the way to the airport, otherwise we wouldn’t have seen any of it outside the Medina.

Hotel Reviews
Riad Aventurine
Marrakech

Fatima is so lovely and helpful. Great location. Easy to navigate in the crazy Marrakesh Medina. Stunning roof terrace for breakfast with comfy loungers too

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Caravane
Ouarzazate

We ate dinner in the road and it was delicious. We were exhausted from 2 long days of driving and thoroughly enjoyed a quiet dinner and early night.

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Riad Safia
Rabat

Not the most comfortable bed but otherwise fabulous

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Riad Sayeda Alhora
Fes
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Luxury Camp Chebbi
Merzouga

Beautiful camp, stunning location, super friendly and lovely staff, who are the evening entertainers too. Excellent experience

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Middle of the Sahara for sunrise. What could be better?
Staff
The staff were all terrific
Cleanliness & Comfort
Superb comfort and very clean
Local specialist: Yassine Echcherki
Yassine
Yassine Echcherki
Local specialist in Morocco, New York, Spain | Replied on Sep 30, 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Riads, the Sahara glamping experience, and the exceptional support from Soufiane and Zara. It’s wonderful to know that these elements made a lasting impression on your trip. We also truly appreciate your constructive comments regarding the camel experience and the Marrakesh tour. Your feedback helps us improve the flow and structure of our programs so future travelers have an... Read more

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Riads, the Sahara glamping experience, and the exceptional support from Soufiane and Zara. It’s wonderful to know that these elements made a lasting impression on your trip.

We also truly appreciate your constructive comments regarding the camel experience and the Marrakesh tour. Your feedback helps us improve the flow and structure of our programs so future travelers have an even smoother experience.

It was a pleasure planning your trip, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!

Trip of a lifetime and fantastic support from...
Italy | Aug 28 - Sep 11, 2025

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David R.
Singapore | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Trip of a lifetime and fantastic support from both Elisa and Lorenzo

Local specialist: Elisa Sciabica
Elisa
Elisa Sciabica
Local specialist in Milan | Replied on Sep 29, 2025

Dear David,
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! We're so happy to hear that your trip was a lifetime experience. Lorenzo and I loved helping you create those special memories!

If you ever decide to travel again, we’ll be here to make it just as amazing.

Take care and hope to see you soon!
Elisa

We had an amazing trip to Brazil thanks to KIMKIM
Brazil | Sep 5 - Sep 19, 2025

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Rose M.
Ireland | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
We had an amazing trip to Brazil thanks to the KIMKIM. I worked with Federico to arrange all airport pickups and drop offs as well as guided tours for Rio, Iguazu Falls and Manaus. Our airport pickups and drop offs were timely, pleasant and all drivers helped with the luggage. All guides were excellent, spoke perfect English and were very knowledgeable on the surroundings, flora and fauna. Jacqueline was our guide in Rio. We had 1/2 day booked for our first day, then a full day tour for our... Read more

We had an amazing trip to Brazil thanks to the KIMKIM. I worked with Federico to arrange all airport pickups and drop offs as well as guided tours for Rio, Iguazu Falls and Manaus. Our airport pickups and drop offs were timely, pleasant and all drivers helped with the luggage. All guides were excellent, spoke perfect English and were very knowledgeable on the surroundings, flora and fauna. Jacqueline was our guide in Rio. We had 1/2 day booked for our first day, then a full day tour for our second day. Jacqueline arrived on the first day and informed us that the weather was going to be bad the following so we should see Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf on our first day so that we could get good photos. She spent extra time with us Day 1 so that we could see the iconic city sights in the best light/weather. We really appreciated this. Also, she took us through the priority lines (age related) at Sugarloaf so we did not have to spend extra time in line.
On to Iguazu Falls and the amazing Jessica was our guide there. She was at the airport to greet us when we arrived, and she provided the most amazing service. Jessica was so informative on all the flora and fauna of Iguazu and also on the history of Brazil. It was such a pleasure to spend time with her. She escorted us to the Brazilian side of the falls on day 1 and to the Argentinian side on day 2. Everything went smoothly without a hitch. Jessica was such an excellent guide, she far exceeded our expectations.
On to Manaus and we had Edvaldo for our boat trip on the Amazon. Edvaldo was a great guide, he spoke perfect Engligh and was informative and entertaining. We could not have asked for a better experience.
Thank you KIMKIM for such an amazing experience. Your people are the best!!

Local specialist: Federico Alessandri
Federico
Federico Alessandri
Local specialist in Rio de Janeiro | Replied on Sep 29, 2025

Dear Rose, thank you so much for your review!
We are delighted that you enjoyed your trip and had a positive experience with our guides and services.
This is very important to us, which makes us happy to do our beautiful job.
I hope to help you again on your next Brazilian trip :)
All the best and thank you again on behalf of all of us.
Federico

Start to finish KimKim and Margarita looked a...
Colombia | Sep 12 - Sep 21, 2025

Justin
Justin H.
Qatar | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Start to finish KimKim and Margarita looked after every detail of each day- hotels were great, air and land transfers were flawless and our guides in each city were very professional, informative and passionate about their wonderful country- Columbia.
A great adventure, very well priced, safe and really memorable. Exceeded all expectations

Thanks KimKim Team

Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Sep 29, 2025

Thank you so much, Justin, for sharing your wonderful feedback. It makes us truly happy to know that every detail, from the hotels to the transfers and guides, helped create a trip that exceeded your expectations.

Your words mean a lot to us, as our team’s passion is to deliver exactly what you described: safe, authentic, and memorable experiences.

We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon 🇨🇴
There’s always more of Colombia waiting for you!

Best,
Margarita

5 Star
Vietnam | Sep 17 - Sep 26, 2025

Frank
Frank Z.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
The only reason I didnt give 5 stars is that we didnt get to our first destination until 3:30 am and the sleeper bus ride was not pleasant. Also there were no vacancies when we arrived at Ha Giang homestay and had to be taken to a hotel, but the hotel was very nice. Other than that, the trip was very nice.
I especially enjoyed the 2-1/2 day motorbike tour including homestay.s Our motorbike drivers , Ben and (Tangh?) were very friendly and accommodating. They were fun guys and added a lot...
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The only reason I didnt give 5 stars is that we didnt get to our first destination until 3:30 am and the sleeper bus ride was not pleasant. Also there were no vacancies when we arrived at Ha Giang homestay and had to be taken to a hotel, but the hotel was very nice. Other than that, the trip was very nice.
I especially enjoyed the 2-1/2 day motorbike tour including homestay.s Our motorbike drivers , Ben and (Tangh?) were very friendly and accommodating. They were fun guys and added a lot of fun to the trip.
The Ha Long Bay overnight cruise was enjoyable. Although I didnt participate in the activities, I found it very relaxing.
Last but not least, our day tour of Hanoi including Ho Chi Minh mausoleum was very interesting. Our guide Phong Nguyen gave much detail explanation to what we seeing. Very educational.
So, I would give it 5 star review but consider the problematic logistics early on.

Hotel Reviews
Milalux Cruise
Ha Long

This was a very enjoyable cruise. The only comment I would make is that the person giving the introductory talk was very difficult to understand

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Local Homestay in Du Gia ( Ha Giang )

Very nice homestay. Good food. The only exception i have is that we we offered coffee only once, either before or during meals.

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Friend Hotel Ha Giang
Authenticity & Character
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MK Premier Boutique hotel
Hanoi

Hotel was clean and comfortable. The manager and staff went out of their way to make our stay as pleasant as possible

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Location
Located in Old Quarter. Very concenient
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
 Hanoi City tour- Hoa Lo Prison - Huu Tiep Lake - Ho Chi Minh Complex
Hanoi City tour- Hoa Lo Prison - Huu Tiep Lake - Ho Chi Minh Complex
Hanoi
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Hien Do
Hien
Hien Do
Local specialist in Vietnam | Replied on Oct 10, 2025

Dear Frank,

We would like to thank you for taking the time to write this review of your holiday.

Your feedback is highly appreciated, as it enables us to further develop our services and organize memorable trips for our future clients.

Thank you again for choosing our company and we hope to see you again!

With my best regards,
Hien

turtle experience was great. Mario offered e...
Costa Rica | Sep 15 - Sep 22, 2025

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diane s.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
turtle experience was great. Mario offered exceptional assistance to our safe viewing of the nesting. one canal viewing would have been enough (we opted for early morning and later tours same day). definitely the waterfall excursion was way out of our ability or interest and walk through the second park was hot and offered nothing new. the chocolate expeience also was very hot but the Indiginous presenters were very kind. The great travel distance between activities was also... Read more

turtle experience was great. Mario offered exceptional assistance to our safe viewing of the nesting. one canal viewing would have been enough (we opted for early morning and later tours same day). definitely the waterfall excursion was way out of our ability or

interest and walk through the second park was hot and offered nothing new. the chocolate expeience also was very hot but the Indiginous presenters were very kind. The great travel distance between activities was also taxing. I wish activities could have been more localized, but I understand that is how the geography presents. THe accomodations at the coffee plantation were exceptional.
special thanks to you and Nancy for the turtle nesting fee.

Local specialist: Holden Ketchum
Holden
Holden Ketchum
Local specialist in Cartago, Costa Rica | Replied on Sep 30, 2025

Thank you Diane for your review. I'm glad that you got to see the turtles in Tortuguero and that Mario took good care of you.
I'm sorry to hear that the rest of your trip was a little difficult. It's true that the Caribbean Coast, in fact much of Costa Rica, is very hot as we are in the tropics. Hopefully you were still able to enjoy some moments with beautiful views and time with your friend.

Thank you
Holden Ketchum
Serendipity Adventures

Bessi, our guide was amazing. He was very kno...
Iceland | Sep 21 - Sep 27, 2025

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Vandana K.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
Bessi, our guide was amazing. He was very knowledgeable about the area, a native icelander, kept us intrigued with history and stories about certain places.
He made sure we were safe wherever we visited.
He also made sure we got footsteps and restrooms stops in timely manner.
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Bessi, our guide was amazing. He was very knowledgeable about the area, a native icelander, kept us intrigued with history and stories about certain places.
He made sure we were safe wherever we visited.
He also made sure we got footsteps and restrooms stops in timely manner.

Hotel Review
Reykjavík Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavík
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Activity Reviews
Sólheimajökull  Glacier Walk - Part of Multi Day Tour with Private Driver Guide
Sólheimajökull Glacier Walk - Part of Multi Day Tour with Private Driver Guide
Iceland
Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat
Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat
Iceland
Glacier Ice Cave Experience as part of a Multi Day Private Tour
Glacier Ice Cave Experience as part of a Multi Day Private Tour
Iceland
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Sep 30, 2025

Thank you very much for the kind review.
Bessi is absolutely an amazing guide and a great person, so I'm not at all surprised to hear he took such great care of you, but it does make me happy to hear

I do hope we'll see you in Iceland soon again!

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