Kimkim Trip Reviews

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This was an absolute trip of a lifetime. I en...
Greece | May 22 - Jun 3, 2024

Teresa
Teresa B.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
This was an absolute trip of a lifetime. I enjoyed all of the planned adventures.
The people of Greece were so nice, and their customer service was second to none.
Out Travel Agent Angela was very thorough and helpful through all steps of our travel.
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This was an absolute trip of a lifetime. I enjoyed all of the planned adventures.
The people of Greece were so nice, and their customer service was second to none.
Out Travel Agent Angela was very thorough and helpful through all steps of our travel.

Hotel Reviews
Blue Dolphins Hotels & Villas
Firostefani, Santorini

Place was clean and people were kind and helpful, however the bathroom smelled like sewage :(

Lithos by Spyros & Flora
Mykonos

The Owners and staff were the absolute best, they were kind and friendly and helpful and by the time we left we felt a hug was in order to say goodbye. The Breakfast served each day was second to none. Fresh fruit and yogurt and croissant and a soft-boiled egg ....YUMMY !! Also, the Pool side adult beverages were delicious and fresh as well. They helped us with local restaurants we could walk to and gave us tips on the bus and the sights to see

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Local specialist: Angela (Angeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Angeliki)
Angela (Angeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jun 14, 2024

Yeia sou, Teresa,
Thank you for your feedback.
I'm truly happy to know that you had a great time here in Greece and that everyone treated you extremely nice. 🙂

Thank you for letting me know about the issue in Blue Dolphins. I'll look into that and talk with the manager to see why that occurred. I appreciate you letting me know. 🙏

I'm sure you'll be looking forward to coming back and I will be here and more than happy to assist you with your next trip to Greece 😀

Until next time, take care and safe travels!
Angela and the GA Trips team

Memorable Experience
Spain | May 27 - Jun 5, 2024

Adrienne
Adrienne D.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
Marta was wonderful coordinator for our trip. She took the time to understand our needs and curate an experience that lived up to our expectations. She made it easy for us by arranging our rides, exhibit and train tickets. All of the guides were wonderful. Jenna took us on an outstanding Tapas tour in Madrid. We truly enjoyed the conversation with the group and insight into food culture. Sara took us on a tour of Madrid. Her passion for history and the culture shone through. Mario was our... Read more

Marta was wonderful coordinator for our trip. She took the time to understand our needs and curate an experience that lived up to our expectations. She made it easy for us by arranging our rides, exhibit and train tickets. All of the guides were wonderful. Jenna took us on an outstanding Tapas tour in Madrid. We truly enjoyed the conversation with the group and insight into food culture. Sara took us on a tour of Madrid. Her passion for history and the culture shone through. Mario was our tour guide for Toledo. He is charismatic, engaging and enthusiastic about Toledo. He took great care of us. All of the tour guides were great!
The hotels that were arranged were very good as well. Or favorite was the Hotel de Juderias in Seville. It was beautiful. I will use Kim Kim again.

Hotel Review
Las Casas de la Judería
Seville

Beautiful and historic hotel. The rooms were a good size and the atmosphere was relaxing

Authenticity & Character
Historical location
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Ronda & the White Villages: A Journey Through Andalucía
Ronda & the White Villages: A Journey Through Andalucía
Spain
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Tapas & Tradition: A Madrileño Evening
Tapas & Tradition: A Madrileño Evening
Madrid

Jenk’s our tour guide was fantastic. We had outstanding food and great conversation.

Quality of Experience
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Monumental Seville on Foot & Visit Real Alcázar
Monumental Seville on Foot & Visit Real Alcázar
Seville
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Walking Madrid’s Old Town
Walking Madrid’s Old Town
Madrid

Sara was a great Guide who is passionate about Spanish history -and local culture.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Toledo Highlights Day Excursion
Toledo Highlights Day Excursion
Madrid

Mario was charismatic and knowledgeable. We were there the day before the feast of Corpus Christi and got to see the town’s preparations for the festival.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Train is clean and efficient
An Evening of Flamenco
An Evening of Flamenco
Seville

Beautiful experience and passionate dancers.

Quality of Experience
Guided Visit:  Alhambra & Generalife Gardens
Guided Visit: Alhambra & Generalife Gardens
Granada

Great experience. Able to see a different aspect of Spain history.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Marta Trzeciakowska
Marta
Marta Trzeciakowska
Local specialist in Madrid, Spain | Replied on Jul 15, 2024

Hi Adrienne! Thank you for submitting your review, it has been a true pleasure to organize this trip for you and your family. I am always happy to hear you enjoyed your time and are back home with thrilling memories from your time in Spain. Hope we can work on a new trip soon! Best, Marta

Croatia travel review
Croatia | Jun 2 - Jun 11, 2024

Melanie
Melanie A.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
Dear Kimkim, I cannot express how aboslutely fabulous our recent Croatia travel adventure was due to the diligance of our local specialist Robi . Robi is the most responsive travel rep I have ever worked with. He managed to deliver on our extensive list of wishes including, trasnfers, ferries, 4 days of biking (at the appropriate level for 5- 60 year old weekend warriors) kayaking, hiking, beautiful restaurant recommendations and most importantly our surprise guide, Goran Pincevic. ... Read more

Dear Kimkim,

I cannot express how aboslutely fabulous our recent Croatia travel adventure was due to the diligance of our local specialist Robi . Robi is the most responsive travel rep I have ever worked with. He managed to deliver on our extensive list of wishes including, trasnfers, ferries, 4 days of biking (at the appropriate level for 5- 60 year old weekend warriors) kayaking, hiking, beautiful restaurant recommendations and most importantly our surprise guide, Goran Pincevic. Goran filled our biking/hiking days with historical stories, hidden nooks, local wineries and family restaurants. Both Robi and Goran truly worked tirelessly on our behalf to ensure a seamless, effortless adventure for me and my friends. All the accomodations he chose had a great location, very comfortable beds with air conditioned rooms and terrific breakfasts! I will be recommending Robi to ALL my friends that have interest in traveling to Croatia in the future, and by associatioin I will continue to look to Kimkim for future travel experiences.

Hotel Reviews
Apartment Zicara
Dubrovnik

Perfect location, most comfortable beds of our trip, great balcony and immaculatly clean! I highly recommend!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
beds were awesome
Sorgo Palace
Ston

The staff at the Sorgo Palace worked tirelessly to ensure our comfort. the rooms ar small but immacualtely clean, great shower, air conditioning and walking distance to eveything. The proprietress even got up at 6am to make bag lunches for us becasue we were going to be gone before breakfast on one of our days there.

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Valamar Lacroma Dubrovnik Hotel
Dubrovnik

WOW! Stunning hotel, location by the beaches, pool, large beds, great AC. I have never seen a breakfast like this one!! there were more delicious food offerings here than one person could possibly enjoy. the staff at the Hotel President beach could not have been more friendly and accomodating. We felt truly spoiled here!

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Robert Pinčević
Robert
Robert Pinčević
Local specialist in Croatia | Replied on Jun 13, 2024

Dear Melanie,
when I read a review like this, I can only express my gratitude with BIG THANK YOU.
Thank YOU for being responsive from the very beginning with the right inputs, for flexibility and thank you for accepting advice in terms of area and routes.
In the end, thank you for your trust, and i am glad you recognized that we care!!
Appreciated!

Many regards from Croatia!

Best

Robi

Highlights of Italy (Rome, Florence, Venice) & Greece
Italy | May 26 - Jun 6, 2024

Kim
Kim R.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
This was my first experience traveling to Europe & it was made extra special through support from KimKim. They listened to what our interests and goals for the trip were & curated special experiences that we thoroughly enjoyed.
The hotel selections were perfectly situated, included lovely breakfasts, and were , overall, quite nice.
The KimKim staff handled details such as transfers & transportation that relieved us of much stress & afforded us opportunity to explore unique areas that...
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This was my first experience traveling to Europe & it was made extra special through support from KimKim. They listened to what our interests and goals for the trip were & curated special experiences that we thoroughly enjoyed.
The hotel selections were perfectly situated, included lovely breakfasts, and were , overall, quite nice.
The KimKim staff handled details such as transfers & transportation that relieved us of much stress & afforded us opportunity to explore unique areas that we would not have been able to if navigated on our own. Their daily communication with us via their app was very helpful & appreciated.
Overall, we felt it to be a very personalized & thoughtful job by KimKim, which resulted in a trip that exceeded our expectations. I hope to have the opportunity to use their service again in the future!

Hotel Reviews
Monti Palace Hotel Rome
Rome

Great location, lovely room & bathroom, nice rooftop bar (open @ night) w/ great views, & lovely breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Walkable to many of the “main” sights
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Residenza Fiorentina
Firenze

Unique “residence” style setting with spacious room in a great location. Large breakfast spread. Water was available in community space which was much appreciated . The shower was “odd” in that 2 different glass doors opened & did not “seal,” causing MUCH water to get on bathroom floor

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Shower, otherwise quite nice
Ca' dei Proverbi Suites
Venice

Lovely, spacious room with high ceilings on a quiet street in a great location (which felt very “local”). Wonderful breakfast included.

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Salvatore Caldera Suites
Santorini

VIEWS!!!! Overall, good location. A spacious room w/ a large balcony (caldera view). We could view the sunrise from either the opposite side of the balcony or from the room entrance. A rooftop access from the room’s loft area. Breakfast served to the room to enjoy on our balcony. The shower was a bit tricky. It was quite small with short glass shower “walls” which resulted in water easily getting all over the bathroom .

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Stella did a great job helping us
Cleanliness & Comfort
Athens Manor Houses
Athens

A nice, modern room situated amongst a “bustling” area of shopping & dining.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Rome Food Tour
Rome Food Tour
Rome

Roberta was our guide & she was GREAT! We loved the small, local spots she took us for authentic food. She shared info about the history of different spots of Trastevere as we strolled. She shared genuine interest in those of us on the tour & made recommendations for other great food & culture. It was an experience I definitely recommend

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Day Trip to Siena & San Gimignano
Day Trip to Siena & San Gimignano
Florence

WONDERFUL!! Our driver/guide (Francesco) was terrific! The winery was quaint & beautiful w/ one of the owners providing us the information/education. Lunch was lovely w/ perfect parings in a gorgeous setting. We spent time in the small towns of San Gimingnano & Siena which were so picturesque. The only “complaint” was that we wished we had more time. It really was a perfect day

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Walking Tour of Florence | City Highlights with David & Duomo
Private Walking Tour of Florence | City Highlights with David & Duomo
Italy

A wonderful guide (Laura) and experience that included just the right amount of historical sights/overview & local culture for our interest. Highlight for me was The David & learning that the store fronts on the Ponte Vecchio bridge look like treasure chests when closed up each night

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
It was a walking tour
Private Venice Murano & Burano Islands Excursion
Private Venice Murano & Burano Islands Excursion
Italy

Wow!! This was one of the best excursions overall. Our guide for the day, Sarah, was wonderful! The glassblowing demo w/ Andrea as our “docent” was mesmerizing. We could have watched them all day. The colorful island of Burano was so quaint. It was relaxing to stroll the streets & pop in to small shops for homemade biscuits/cookies, etc

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Luxury Catamaran Cruise around Santorini
Luxury Catamaran Cruise around Santorini
Santorini

This started off rough. Our info re our pick up spot was either incorrect or the transport van was in the incorrect place. Once we arrived to the transport van, the driver was clearly annoyed with us & maintained that attitude. His van was extremely hot & he drove rather “recklessly” (likely in effort to make up lost time). The winding, narrow roads, the heat, & his driving caused much anxiety & motion sickness for all 4 of us. HOWEVER, once on the boat, everything was GREAT! The others on the excursion were such fun to spend the day with & the crew were great. We had a tasty meal of authentic food, good music was played, plenty of opportunity to swim & relax & the sunset was gorgeous. It was special for sure

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Crew on boat were great. This review for them
Transport
To have an Air conditioned van, a driver who is friendly & drives safely
Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Jun 30, 2024

Dear Kim and Hope,
Thank you so much for your kind words of enthusiasm. It gives us great joy to know that this was not only a wonderful trip for you, but a smooth and stressless one as well!
I am genuinely delighted to hear that you found the services, guides, experiences, hotels and transfers to be excellent.
Thank you once again for sharing your experience. We look forward to assisting you with your future travel plans and creating more fantastic memories together.
On behalf of all Storywalking team, Arrivederci!

We miss Norway!
Norway | May 24 - Jun 7, 2024

Jared
Jared B.
Ann Arbor, MI | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
Our time in Norway was so amazing that we’re both suffering from post-vacation sadness. We miss Norway! Family and friends always ask us after a trip, “what was your favorite part?” Every part of Norway was a highlight. As I’m writing this I’m drinking a cup of Friele. When we go back we will be using KimKim again. Julia was excellent in her recommendations as they matched perfectly what we wanted to see and experience. Everything on our itinerary I would consider a “must do” for anyone... Read more

Our time in Norway was so amazing that we’re both suffering from post-vacation sadness. We miss Norway! Family and friends always ask us after a trip, “what was your favorite part?” Every part of Norway was a highlight. As I’m writing this I’m drinking a cup of Friele. When we go back we will be using KimKim again. Julia was excellent in her recommendations as they matched perfectly what we wanted to see and experience. Everything on our itinerary I would consider a “must do” for anyone planning a visit. The gondolas, RIB tours, driving routes, hikes, viewpoints…everything including the ferry system was incredible. We experienced a roundabout inside a tunnel! I would be remiss not to mention the people. Norwegians all speak fluent English, are friendly and very helpful.

Hotel Reviews
Loenfjord hotel
Loen

Good location for a one night stay. Clean and along a river. If I had to stay again I would skip the restaurant. We found a few pizza places a short drive away.

Authenticity & Character
80’s decor. Definitely a bus tour stop.
Location
En route to our next stop. Along a river.
Staff
Waitress and chef could use additional training.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfy beds, two big windows we could open, TV.
Scandic Torget
Bergen

Great character, location and amenities. A minute walk from the harbor and city center.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the heart of Bergen.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ingrids Apartments
Eidfjord

I loved this spot.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
We didn’t have much interaction which is not always a bad thing.
Cleanliness & Comfort
They were undergoing needed renovations.
Dragsvik Fjordhotell
Balestrand

Character, location, views, clean and great restaurant.

Authenticity & Character
Amazing
Location
Right off the ferry on a fjord with fjord views.
Staff
Welcoming
Cleanliness & Comfort
I would almost ding one star for no TV, but the views are the award winning show.
Rosvang Gaard
Afarnes, Norway

Albert and Otto felt like friends…great conversation and incredible meals.

Authenticity & Character
Converted farmhouse with great history.
Location
Breathtaking views.
Staff
Special place full of life from special people.
Cleanliness & Comfort
They have impeccable taste in decor and finishes. Well done!
Grand Hotel
ÅNDALSNES

Speechless. Our room was a corner with a huge balcony…the best corner. I wished we would have stayed three nights instead of one!

Authenticity & Character
This Grand Hotel was absolutely grand.
Location
We could see the town center, residential areas. Short walk to an amazing, unforgettable gondola with fjiord views. Do not miss the gondola.
Staff
Good restaurant.
Cleanliness & Comfort
We had dual aspect windows, a coffee bar and huge balcony. With their large smart TV we could enjoy some comfort shows at night.
Britannia Hotel
Trondheim

High end city hotel in the heart of Trondheim with hotel parking. Pro tip: park at the entrance on the street and they will park your car and secure it during your stay.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Heart of the city
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room had a smart controller.
Svinøya Rorbuer
Svolvær

We had our own fisherman cabin!

Authenticity & Character
Eat at the restaurant and use the floating sauna.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Had our own kitchen where I enjoyed coffee each morning while walking along the adjacent water inlet
Senja Fjordhotell
Stonglandseidet

One of my favorite stays and another corner room with dual aspect windows both with outstanding views!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Day trip to Devil’s Jaw viewpoint is a must.
Staff
Might be a cultural thing, but staff might ask what our plans are and make recommendations on things to do/see during your stay.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amazing building and rooms that were impeccably furnished. Again, one of my favorite stays.
Thon Hotel Bergen Airport
Bergen

Location close to the airport.

Authenticity & Character
Functional for our return home.
Location
Close to airport, staff got us a taxi no problem.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Not the cleanest and the decor could use an update.
Activity Reviews
Finnafjord Safari by RIB
Finnafjord Safari by RIB
Balestrand

Amazing tour with a great tour guide. This is a must do experience.

Quality of Experience
Safe and fun. Our guide was very knowledgeable and even pointed out his farm!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Perfect for first timer introduction to RIB.
Transport
Private Lofoten Floating Sauna Experience
Private Lofoten Floating Sauna Experience
Svolvær

Clean, huge and private (for our visit anyway).

Quality of Experience
Therapeutic after a long drive.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Not applicable
Transport
Not applicable
Trollfjord and The White-Tailed Sea Eagles
Trollfjord and The White-Tailed Sea Eagles
Svolvær

Another excellent guide. We saw tens of eagles in natural habitat and witnessed them feeding from the fish the guide baited them with.

Quality of Experience
Not just eagles, but fjord tour as well. Excellent guide.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Top notch captain!
Transport
Guided Whale Watching RIB-Tour Andenes
Guided Whale Watching RIB-Tour Andenes
Norway

We saw schools of pilot whales! Erin got sea sick as this was more open sea. They didn’t seem as organized as the first two RIB tour companies. I got the impression the guide and the boat captain might have been new, but their passion for what they were doing was clear. They will be great.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Julia Plaschke

Amazing family trip to Finland
Finland | Jun 2 - Jun 10, 2024

Diana
Diana R.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
Our travel agent Moonika setup an amazing trip for us. She was very efficient with all details and always available when needed. Would highly recommend her. All of the cities, Helsinki, Hameenlinna, Tampere, and Turku were amazing with beautiful sites to see. Our tour guides were very knowledgeable and friendly. We truly enjoyed everything we did. It was a trip of a lifetime. Read more

Our travel agent Moonika setup an amazing trip for us. She was very efficient with all details and always available when needed. Would highly recommend her. All of the cities, Helsinki, Hameenlinna, Tampere, and Turku were amazing with beautiful sites to see. Our tour guides were very knowledgeable and friendly. We truly enjoyed everything we did. It was a trip of a lifetime.

Hotel Reviews
Home Hotel Jugend
Helsinki

Love this hotel. Within walking distance to many restaurants and sites to see. Clean, comfortable beds, very friendly staff and a great breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
close to restaurants and sites
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Scandic Tampere Hämeenpuisto
Tampere

We did not stay here. Our hotel reservation was changed

Hotelli Helmi
Turku

This hotel was okay. Very friendly staff, beds were comfortable and close to sites and restaurants. Unfortunately no one is there overnight so if there's something you need you have to wait till morning.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Within walking distance to restaurants and sites
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Helsinki and Suomenlinna Private Tour
Helsinki and Suomenlinna Private Tour
Helsinki
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Porvoo Private Day Tour
Porvoo Private Day Tour
Helsinki

Loved our tour of Poorvoo. A very quaint and charming city with beautiful sites to see.

Quality of Experience
Transport
The Industrial Past of Tampere
The Industrial Past of Tampere
Tampere
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Turku City Walking Tour
Turku City Walking Tour
Turku
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Moonika Apart
Moonika
Moonika Apart
Local specialist in Tallinn, Estonia | Replied on Jun 14, 2024

Thank you Diana for a great review. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed your trip with us and will share your feedback with our partners as well.
Best,
Moonika

Excellent Trip to Golden Triangle
India | Jun 3 - Jun 12, 2024

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Yannic N.
Singapore | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
We really enjoyed our trip to North India (Golden Triangle). Booking/Planning was good and the team responded well to our change requests. There was a mix-up with the booking name, which was not fully resolved at the end, but did not cause any troubles. The local guides and our driver for the 10 days have been excellent and we had a superb experience. There could have been a few more activities, but this way it was a very relaxed trip. Read more

We really enjoyed our trip to North India (Golden Triangle). Booking/Planning was good and the team responded well to our change requests. There was a mix-up with the booking name, which was not fully resolved at the end, but did not cause any troubles. The local guides and our driver for the 10 days have been excellent and we had a superb experience. There could have been a few more activities, but this way it was a very relaxed trip.

Hotel Reviews
Colonel's Retreat
Delhi

Hotel was okay, but the food options were limited and kitchen was not active during lunch time, so they told us it would take an hour to prepare food. Our driver recommended a very good restaurant instead. Another negative point was that the kitchen was on the same floor as our room, so it was quite smelly. Overall, still a very good experience; large room and clean.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Grand Mercure Agra
Agra, UP

Excellent, gym was good! Actually the only gym on our trip, so we happily used this one.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ranthambhore Heritage Haveli
Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan

Good pool, and also good food (there was no other restaurant option close to the hotel).

Authenticity & Character
Location
Good for the National Park, but the path to the main road is very bumpy.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dera Rawatsar

Overall very good and very helpful staff!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Jul 08, 2024

Dear Yannic,
Namaste!

Thank you so much for your trip reviews. We are happy to hear you had a nice and enjoyable trip to India. Thanks for giving us this opportunity to design and operate your special India holiday tour.

Apologies for the minor mix-up with the surname, We notified all the hotels beforehand, therefore not causing any check-in issues!

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to another India adventure in the near future.

Best Regards,

Ravi

Perfect Vacation
Ireland | Jun 1 - Jun 8, 2024

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Theresa C.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024

Dean with KimKim laid out the perfect vacation for us. He asked us what we wanted to do, and then made it happen. Our guide Joe was personable and just an all around great guy. Knowledgeable about the areas and history, and got us where we needed to be on time. Will defiinitely use KimKim again.

Local specialist: Dean Garrison
Dean
Dean Garrison
Local specialist in Ireland | Replied on Jun 13, 2024

Hi Theresa

Thank you for your kind words.

We are delighted to hear you had a great time with us in Ireland. I will pass on your kind words to Joe as well.

We hope to have the chance to welcome you back to Ireland in the future.

Kind Regards

Dean

Stress-free, personalized trip to Norway? Kimkim delivered
Norway | May 26 - Jun 5, 2024

Holly
Holly B.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
My friend and I had the greatest trip to Norway! Tricia, our local specialist, really worked with us to understand our travel style and put together an itinerary that fit in everything we wanted to do. We covered an incredible amount of ground in the Western Fjords and got to do some really cool things. My personal highlights were our food tour of Oslo with Stig and our visit to the Mollfarm in Geiranger. That was truly special. Those experiences gave me the opportunity to learn so much... Read more

My friend and I had the greatest trip to Norway! Tricia, our local specialist, really worked with us to understand our travel style and put together an itinerary that fit in everything we wanted to do.

We covered an incredible amount of ground in the Western Fjords and got to do some really cool things. My personal highlights were our food tour of Oslo with Stig and our visit to the Mollfarm in Geiranger. That was truly special. Those experiences gave me the opportunity to learn so much more than I could have in a museum. And, of course, the fjords were absolutely stunning.

All in all, I have never stressed out about a trip less. That in and of itself was a gift, but Tricia did such a great job putting together our itinerary. My friend and I said several times, "I think she's magic."

Thank you for a great trip. Now to come back in winter to see the Northern Lights...

Hotel Review
Hotel Union
Geiranger

Hotel Union in Geiranger was absolutely phenomenal. The views were breathtaking, and the staff was incredibly kind and welcoming. The restaurant and breakfast were top-notch as well. It was easily my favorite accommodation of the trip. The surprise spa access was a wonderful touch that made the stay even more special.

Activity Reviews
A Taste of Oslo's Culture and Cuisine
A Taste of Oslo's Culture and Cuisine
Oslo

The food tour in Oslo was incredible! We got to spend time with locals and learn about Norwegian culture through its cuisine. While we didn't try anything too exotic, we did have fish sticks, which was probably the most unusual item on the menu. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and made the experience both educational and fun. I wouldn't recommend it to extremely picky eaters, but there are different tour variations that might suit different tastes. Overall, it was a memorable and enriching experience.

Home visit at the Møllfarm
Home visit at the Møllfarm
Geiranger

The farm visit in Geirangerfjord was one of the highlights of the trip. We got to interact with locals and learn about their way of life, which was fascinating. This experience gave us a deeper understanding and appreciation of Norwegian culture that we wouldn't have gotten from just visiting museums. It was truly special and added so much value to our trip.

Geirangerfjord Kayak Tour - Seven Sisters Waterfall
Geirangerfjord Kayak Tour - Seven Sisters Waterfall
Geiranger

The kayak tour was quite the adventure! Unfortunately, we had terrible weather, which made the conditions really tough. Our guide was fantastic, though, and made sure we felt safe the entire time. Despite the rough conditions, it was an experience we laughed about afterward and had no regrets doing. It was a lot of work and maybe not ideal for everyone, but it gave us some great stories to tell.

Local specialist: Tricia Cantlon
Tricia
Tricia Cantlon
Local specialist in Oslo | Replied on Jun 13, 2024

Music to my ears - thank you so much for the visit, Holly! You and your friend are absolutely wonderful and so kind. I really loved planning your trip and helping you out when possible. Thanks for coming. Can't WAIT for your next trip in winter! Norway provides a completely different kind of magic then :)

Majestic Morocco
Morocco | May 10 - May 20, 2024

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Victoria D.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
My husband and I had a spectacular time on the Honeymoon Tour. First, our driver, Hamid, was incredible. He is extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and kind, and really made the trip so much better. We learned a lot about Berber culture and the desert towns from him as well as all the other cities on our itinerary. He knew the best ways to adjust the schedule when things came up (like the mosque in Casablanca being closed for prayers). Second, this itinerary has it all: historical sites,... Read more

My husband and I had a spectacular time on the Honeymoon Tour. First, our driver, Hamid, was incredible. He is extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and kind, and really made the trip so much better. We learned a lot about Berber culture and the desert towns from him as well as all the other cities on our itinerary. He knew the best ways to adjust the schedule when things came up (like the mosque in Casablanca being closed for prayers).

Second, this itinerary has it all: historical sites, cultural performances, natural beauty.
Our accomodations were beautiful. The Wanderlust team was very responsive when issues came up, as with the sandboarding. We never felt like we were on our own, which was a relief to us since we didn't speak the language(s).

Our visit to Fes was great, as was our tour guide. We learned so much about the history and handicraft of Morocco. I think I enjoyed Fes more than Marrakech. I did not know a person could be allergic to the Sahara until we got there. So much dust. But the dunes are beautiful, the camp we stayed at was lovely, and the guides were so friendly. We got lucky to have one clear night where we could see all the stars. It was amazing to visit the market, tour the oasis, and eat Berber pizza. May is very hot in the desert, so I'm glad we went before summer.

There was so much to this trip, and I'm sure I'm forgetting some things. The Roman ruins were neat. We went on a hike with a fun guide near Gorges Dades, and that was beautiful. We saw Ait Ben Haddou, which is still impressive despite the earthquake damage. We toured the Majorelle Gardens. We saw exciting new construction neighborhoods and gorgeous old historical neighborhoods. We drank strong coffee and refreshing mint tea. We managed to eat our way through many delicious dishes: tagine, tanjia, pastilla, tride.

We're thankful to this tour and our wonderful guides for making sure we had a great time in Morocco.

Hotel Reviews
Dar Blues
Boumalne
Paradis Du Sahara
Merzouga
Location
Staff
so friendly and the music was fun
Cleanliness & Comfort
it was hot with no cross breeze through the tent, but the bathroom was much appreciated
Riad Kalaa 2
Rabat
Activity Review
Guided Hike in the Dades Valley
Guided Hike in the Dades Valley
Boumalne Dades
Local specialist: Megan Lower
Megan
Megan Lower
Local specialist in Massachusetts | Replied on Jun 25, 2024

Hi Victoria,

I'm so glad you enjoyed your time! And we love hearing wonderful things about our guides and drivers - I'm so glad Hamid helped to make your trip incredible. I hadn't encountered anyone who suffered allergies from the desert, I didn't know that either, so that's good to know as a warning for others.

Thank you again for entrusting such a special trip to us!

Well organized and Kristy is accommodating. I...
Peru | May 16 - May 28, 2024

Gloria
Gloria C.
San Francisco, CA, USA | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Well organized and Kristy is accommodating. It's an amazing trip but not so amazing because I got sick with salmonella and decided to cut my trip short. Kristy helped me change my flight and logistics to the airport.
I recommend this trip to other people. Food is great but didn't enjoy it because of unexpected health issues.
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Well organized and Kristy is accommodating. It's an amazing trip but not so amazing because I got sick with salmonella and decided to cut my trip short. Kristy helped me change my flight and logistics to the airport.
I recommend this trip to other people. Food is great but didn't enjoy it because of unexpected health issues.

Hotel Reviews
Abittare Hotels
Cusco

People is accommodating and warm staff.

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Sky Camp

Super cold at night but great..

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Staff
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Casa Andina Premium Puno
Puno

sorry can't rate this - didn't make it this far.. disregard my rate

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Mountain Sky View

People are so loud in the cafeteria but place is great..

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Staff
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Jungle Domes

People are nice

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Staff
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El Mapi by Inkaterra
Cusco

Love this hotel and dinner and breakfast are awesome. My favorite so far..

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Local specialist: Kristy Tizon
Kristy
Kristy Tizon
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Jun 15, 2024

Hi Gloria,

Thank you so much for your review of the trip! I truly appreciate your feedback and am grateful that I could be of assistance to you when you were not feeling well. I look forward to staying in touch for any future trips to South America.

Best,
Kristy

Memorable trip to Iceland
Iceland | Jun 5 - Jun 11, 2024

Lisa
Lisa R.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Miglé played a crucial role in organizing our family's trip to Iceland, celebrating our son's high school graduation. As first-time visitors, we were unsure how to begin planning, but Miglé helped us pinpoint destinations and activities that matched our interests. She provided a detailed daily itinerary and additional suggestions that enriched our experience. Highlights included kayaking at Jökulsárlón and snowmobiling at Mýrdalsjökull. All our accommodations were excellent, with Fosshótel... Read more

Miglé played a crucial role in organizing our family's trip to Iceland, celebrating our son's high school graduation. As first-time visitors, we were unsure how to begin planning, but Miglé helped us pinpoint destinations and activities that matched our interests. She provided a detailed daily itinerary and additional suggestions that enriched our experience. Highlights included kayaking at Jökulsárlón and snowmobiling at Mýrdalsjökull. All our accommodations were excellent, with Fosshótel Reykholt being a standout. We decided to skip some of the busier Golden Circle attractions in favor of hiking to Glymur Falls in the Botnsdalur Valley, which was breathtaking.

Miglé was always quick to respond to our questions and offered great restaurant recommendations for each location. The entire trip was filled with special memories that we will cherish forever.

Hotel Review
Fosshótel Reykholt
Reykholt

The room was lovely with a beautiful view. Enjoyed the breakfast.

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Local specialist: Miglé Mikenaite
Miglé
Miglé Mikenaite
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Jun 13, 2024

Thank you so much, Lisa! It was a pleasure helping you plan such a special trip for your family. I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed kayaking at Jökulsárlón and snowmobiling at Mýrdalsjökull, and that the accommodations met your expectations. Glymur Falls is indeed a breathtaking and I'm glad it was a highlight for you. It makes me so happy to know your trip was filled with cherished memories! 🥰
I hope to help you with more adventures in the future!
Warm wishes,
Miglė

Wales Discovery Tour
Wales | May 22 - May 31, 2024

Brenda
Brenda R.
Jacksonville, FL | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Our private guide, Dylan Jones, showed us North Wales, then through the middle of the country, next along the coast, and, finally, to Cardiff. His knowledge of Welsh history, culture, interesting sites, and natural resources made the country come alive for us. From the beautiful Bodnant Gardens to the top of Mt. Snowden to a folk festival in Fishguard, he made the journey fun and interesting. Thanks, too, to Aleksandra and her colleagues at kimkim for putting together a trip that was so... Read more

Our private guide, Dylan Jones, showed us North Wales, then through the middle of the country, next along the coast, and, finally, to Cardiff. His knowledge of Welsh history, culture, interesting sites, and natural resources made the country come alive for us. From the beautiful Bodnant Gardens to the top of Mt. Snowden to a folk festival in Fishguard, he made the journey fun and interesting.

Thanks, too, to Aleksandra and her colleagues at kimkim for putting together a trip that was so memorable.

Hotel Review
Twr y Felin Hotel
St. Davids

Excellent food, facilities, staff and location. Best of the trip.

Authenticity & Character
Stylish and modern with old world charm
Location
Walking distance to town
Staff
Friendly and professional staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds and pillows great
Activity Review
Cardiff Private Tour with Local
Cardiff Private Tour with Local
Cardiff

Dylan knows his town and delights in sharing his knowledge.

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Transport
Local specialist: Aleksandra Sheb
Aleksandra
Aleksandra Sheb
Local specialist in England | Replied on Jun 17, 2024

Thank you for your superb feedback, Beth!
It sounds like you had a fantastic adventure! Dylan will be thrilled to know that his knowledge and enthusiasm made the journey so enjoyable for you. It was an absolute pleasure to work with you, and we hope to see you again in the future!

Warmest regards,
Aleksandra

Amazing trip
Ireland | May 22 - Jun 1, 2024

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Tracy E.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Most of the drivers/guides we had were amazing. One of them was lackluster, and did not seem to know what we had planned for the day. He also told us that he was called out as a last resort, which we thought was weird. John, the guide we had in Donegal was personable, knowledgable, and clearly loved meeting new people and teaching about Ireland. We took 2 walking tours in Dublin, and they were really fun. We got a great overview of the city, and got to eat and drink some Irish specialties.... Read more

Most of the drivers/guides we had were amazing. One of them was lackluster, and did not seem to know what we had planned for the day. He also told us that he was called out as a last resort, which we thought was weird. John, the guide we had in Donegal was personable, knowledgable, and clearly loved meeting new people and teaching about Ireland. We took 2 walking tours in Dublin, and they were really fun. We got a great overview of the city, and got to eat and drink some Irish specialties. Overall the trip was very fun

Hotel Reviews
Lough Eske Castle Hotel

The room was comfortable and large. The restaurants/bars and spa were very welcoming. The grounds are beautiful

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The Galmont Hotel & Spa
Galway

The room was comfortable, but a bit small for 2 people. The restaurant had great breakfast, and the bar served good drinks. Definitely more of a large hotel vibe, not quaint

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Drury Court Hotel
Dublin

Lovely boutique hotel right in the heart of Dublin. The staff were very helpful with ideas and directions. The restaurant served yummy breakfast, and then opened as a bar in the evening. Very busy and fun atmosphere. Loved this place

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Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Jun 13, 2024

Hi Tracy and Katie,

Thank you so much for your detailed feedback. I'm thrilled to hear you had a great time and that Katie was able to walk in her ancestors' footsteps in Donegal!

If you ever come back to Europe, whether it's the UK, France, or Italy, don't hesitate to reach out. We would be delighted to help you have a top-notch experience!

All the best,
Claire & high Point Holidays Team

Govinda Martin and Sergio was very profession...
Colombia | Jun 5 - Jun 11, 2024

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Anikó D.
Austria | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Govinda Martin and Sergio was very professional and kind persons. The bigger group tour in Guatape wasnt that good compare to our private guides but it was OK Read more

Govinda Martin and Sergio was very professional and kind persons. The bigger group tour in Guatape wasnt that good compare to our private guides but it was OK

Hotel Reviews
Reserva Natural Tanimboca
Leticia - Amazonas
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Reserva Natural Marasha
Puerto Alegría
Authenticity & Character
Location
Le
Staff
Charles was a very inspiring leader huhe knowledge about cajmans
Cleanliness & Comfort
Maloka Napü
Puerto Narino
Authenticity & Character
Location
Ki
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Campana Hotel Boutique
Medellín
Authenticity & Character
Location
Ki
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Tour Peñol & Guatapé
Tour Peñol & Guatapé
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Amazon Expedition •  Day 4
Amazon Expedition • Day 4
Leticia and Puerto Nariño
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Amazon Expedition •  Day 2
Amazon Expedition • Day 2
Leticia and Puerto Nariño
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Medellín Transformation Tour (Public Transportation)
Medellín Transformation Tour (Public Transportation)
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Coffee-Culture Tour
Coffee-Culture Tour
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Amazon Expedition •  Day 1
Amazon Expedition • Day 1
Leticia and Puerto Nariño
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Amazon Expedition •  Day 3
Amazon Expedition • Day 3
Leticia and Puerto Nariño
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Jun 12, 2024

Dear Anikó & Gabór,
Thank you for your feedback. We are particularly delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful time on the private tours, especially during the Amazon expedition. It’s great to know that Govinda Martin and Sergio were both professional and kind. We appreciate your input regarding the group tour in Guatapé.
Best regards,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team

Amazing active vacation to Norway
Norway | Jun 2 - Jun 11, 2024

Rebecca
Rebecca S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
We just returned from an amazing vacation to Norway planned by Linda. She incorporated all of my requests -to be away from crowds, on the water, and to be active both hiking and on the water. We travelled to Bergen, Fjaerland, Vaerlandet, and Lofoten and each offered stunning views and landscapes. The accommodations were perfect as well - quaint and personal. I would not have been able to organize such a trip myself or find such gems to stay. LInda was such a pleasure to work with. She... Read more

We just returned from an amazing vacation to Norway planned by Linda. She incorporated all of my requests -to be away from crowds, on the water, and to be active both hiking and on the water. We travelled to Bergen, Fjaerland, Vaerlandet, and Lofoten and each offered stunning views and landscapes. The accommodations were perfect as well - quaint and personal. I would not have been able to organize such a trip myself or find such gems to stay. LInda was such a pleasure to work with. She was responsive both before and during the vacation to questions and requests. It was comforting to have that local person in country when we had a question. Again - fabulous trip. I would use KimKim again in the future!

Hotel Reviews
Fjærland Fjordstove Hotell & Restaurant
Fjærland

Quaint beautiful hotel on more secluded fjord - perfect setting. The staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast and dinner were wonderful as well. It is a quiet place to be to just relax and get away. Hiking, kayaking, and sauna right nearby.

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Værlandet Havhotell
Hamna

Ideal setting right on the water overlooking the landscape - quaint and secluded. The room was modern and clean with fresh decoration. We loved sitting on the porch over the water listening to the wildlife. We had fun biking and hiking on the island right from the hotel. We shopped at the local Joker to make dinner in the room and enjoyed the Joker fish soup! The owner, Elin was so kind and helpful as well - giving us a map of the area and pointing out places to see. Her brother worked at the Joker and also friendly - delivering a yummy breakfast in the morning and pizza one night. Elin and her brother also went out of their way to find a smaller bike for my daughter to ride while we were there. Elin also helped wash clothes in their washer/dryer - so kind.

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Local specialist: Linda Veråsdal
Linda
Linda Veråsdal
Local specialist in Norway | Replied on Jun 15, 2024

Thank you so much for your review, Rebecca. I am glad to read the trip plan suited you and your family and we managed to put together a beautiful route. It was a pleasure working with you, and hope to see you back in Norway another time!

Italy trip Venice-Florence
Italy | May 27 - Jun 6, 2024

Manjusha
Manjusha P.
Boise, ID | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Elena, our guide, did a fantastic itinerary for us that was not super touristy but also got us to see the special parts of each city. We had free time and also planned tours. Food tours were excellent! We had a Cesarine food experience in Florence in Barbara’s home which was just amazing!! What a delight! Our guide in Florence, Elvira, was phenomenal! We had most of our time well managed in Bologna, Turin, Verona, and Venice. However, we should have listened to Elena and stayed extra day in... Read more

Elena, our guide, did a fantastic itinerary for us that was not super touristy but also got us to see the special parts of each city. We had free time and also planned tours. Food tours were excellent! We had a Cesarine food experience in Florence in Barbara’s home which was just amazing!! What a delight! Our guide in Florence, Elvira, was phenomenal! We had most of our time well managed in Bologna, Turin, Verona, and Venice. However, we should have listened to Elena and stayed extra day in Turin instead of Bologna. We will definitely visit Turin again. It was beautiful and unexpected! All of the tours that were set up were either private or small group and worked well for us. Only slightly disappointing tour was Murano/Burano due to the fact that we didn’t have time to walk around much there. But it was still a great tour that I wouldn’t have anyone miss. The cichetti tour was something we would never have done or found and was super. I must say that all the tour guides that were chosen and the drivers, etc were excellent! We will use KimKim again for sure and would love to work with Elena again on our next trip to Italy! Thank you!!

Local specialist: Elena Del Vecchio
Elena
Elena Del Vecchio
Local specialist in Torino | Replied on Jun 14, 2024

Thank you so much I really appreciate it :-)
I'm so glad you loved the tour and my Country too and it will be my pleasure to assist you during the next trip to Italy!!!

Greece Family Trip
Greece | May 28 - Jun 6, 2024

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Thomas V.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
The daily tours and guides were very knowledgeable and helpful. The scheduled drivers were always on time and made the experience very comfortable and enjoyable. Read more

The daily tours and guides were very knowledgeable and helpful. The scheduled drivers were always on time and made the experience very comfortable and enjoyable.

Hotel Reviews
Perianth Hotel
Athens

Great location close to the sights, shopping, and dining. Clean and spacious rooms.

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Crystal Mare Suites
Naxos, Greece

Beautiful and clean boutique hotel with a short walk to the beach. Everything was freshly painted and had a new feel. Great breakfasts and super friendly staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very short walk to beach and downtown is also walking distance
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Abyssanto Suites & Spa
Santorini
Authenticity & Character
Unlikely to forget this place
Location
Gorgeous views
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rimondi Boutique Hotels
Rethymno

Great hotel nestled right in the heart of the old city. Have to walk a little bit to get there from the drop off point but well worth it.

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Location
No drive up access when arriving or departing with luggage.
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Activity Reviews
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

Great starting point to learning about ancient Greece and culture.

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Naxos Old Town, Castle & Portara Walking Tour
Naxos Old Town, Castle & Portara Walking Tour
Naxos

Great tour guide that was very knowledgeable and helped us see parts of the City that we'd miss by ourselves.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Villages of Naxos and Beyond!
Villages of Naxos and Beyond!
Naxos

Probably one of our family's favorite tours. Were able to see villages off the beaten path.

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Transport
Reservation at Oia Gefsis (no meal included - only a reserved table)
Reservation at Oia Gefsis (no meal included - only a reserved table)
Greece

Very nice meal with an amazing view of the sunset.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Driver was always on time and navigated the tricky roads with excellence
Sea & Land Sunset Tour 2024
Sea & Land Sunset Tour 2024
Santorini

Overall great. The sea experience was less than we were hoping. Would have preferred a snorkeling and scenery focused tour on a smaller boat. The Catamaran was huge with 60+ people more focused on the drinks and dancing to extremely loud music. The music lyrics were fine for young adults but not always appropriate for younger children. The larger boat of course anchored well offshore in deeper water so there wasn't much to see snorkeling. Towels were NOT provided as claimed in the overview so we had to drip dry. Rest of the tour was great. Got to see the less commercial towns and sights of the island with a knowledgeable guide.

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Traditional Villages Tour 2024
Traditional Villages Tour 2024
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Western Crete - Six Senses Mosaic & Venetian Rethymno from Her & West P3
Western Crete - Six Senses Mosaic & Venetian Rethymno from Her & West P3
Greece

Beautiful scenery with a very experienced guide. Lots of driving time but well worth it.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our Driver and Guide were amazing
Transport
Cave of Zeus & Mountainous East Crete Adventure from West
Cave of Zeus & Mountainous East Crete Adventure from West
Greece

We changed the itinerary at the last minute and Angela helped us tailor a more relaxed day at the beach. Our guide and driver helped us craft a special day.

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Local specialist: Angela (Angeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Angeliki)
Angela (Angeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jun 12, 2024

Yeia sou, Vorpahl Family!

Thank you for your feedback.
We are thrilled to know that you had a great family vacation in Greece with us. 🙂
We would love to see you coming back soon and showing you more of our amazing country!

Until then, take care and safe travels!

Greetings from all of us here in Greece.
Angela & the GA Trips team

Well organized. Good balance of free time and scheduled events.
Greece | Jun 2 - Jun 9, 2024

Fred
Fred A.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Great planning. George, our general tour guide, was very personable and kept track of all of us. The coach driver did some tricky maneuvers to get us to our destinations.
The balance of free time and scheduled events was good. (We especially appreciated the free day in Athens at the end of the tour, since we missed the first day due to mechanical issues with a plane.)
The local guides were informative, but one of them had an accent that made it difficult to understand. The sailing day...
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Great planning. George, our general tour guide, was very personable and kept track of all of us. The coach driver did some tricky maneuvers to get us to our destinations.
The balance of free time and scheduled events was good. (We especially appreciated the free day in Athens at the end of the tour, since we missed the first day due to mechanical issues with a plane.)
The local guides were informative, but one of them had an accent that made it difficult to understand. The sailing day was excellent. We especially enjoyed the food tour. Sofia was friendly, spoke great English, and provided us with a private tour, because some of our group could not go on the trip. It was great learning about the history, culture, and food of Kalamata.
Finally, thank you for the gift bag in our last hotel. It was very generous and unexpected.

Activity Reviews
Full Day Boat Tour Unique Sailing Experience to Agistri Moni Aegina with round transfers 2026
Full Day Boat Tour Unique Sailing Experience to Agistri Moni Aegina with round transfers 2026
Greece

Fun, relaxing. Hire a taxi to go to the top of the island to see a temple older than the Parthenon.

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Corinth, Epidaurus  & Mycenae  Tour with overnight in Olympia
Corinth, Epidaurus & Mycenae Tour with overnight in Olympia
Greece

Our favorite site.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Olympia Tour & Transfer to Kalamata
Olympia Tour & Transfer to Kalamata
Greece

Interesting site. The guide provided Interesting information.

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Tasting Kalamata – The authentic tastes and traditions food tour
Tasting Kalamata – The authentic tastes and traditions food tour
Kalamata

Absolutely fantastic! I wasn't all about the food, but meeting local food shop owners and tasting their specialty was great. Sofia, our guide, was the best we could have hoped for. The food tour was much better than we expected. Highly recommend this.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Sofia was GREAT.
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Angeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Angeliki)
Angela (Angeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jun 12, 2024
Yeia sou, Fred and Mary! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.
You are very welcome about the gift bag with local treats. 🙂
I am really happy to know that you had an overall great time here in Greece with us and we are all looking forward to seeing you coming back soon! There is so much more I would like to show you in my country.
Next time we will focus on some amazing islands that combine great history, amazing villages, beaches, food, and of course awesome...
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Yeia sou, Fred and Mary!

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.
You are very welcome about the gift bag with local treats. 🙂

I am really happy to know that you had an overall great time here in Greece with us and we are all looking forward to seeing you coming back soon! There is so much more I would like to show you in my country.
Next time we will focus on some amazing islands that combine great history, amazing villages, beaches, food, and of course awesome people ready and eager to show you the best of their location. 🙂

Until then. take care and safe travels!

Greetings from Greece,
Angela & the GA Trips team

Our trip would have been better had we stayed...
Italy | May 25 - Jun 1, 2024

Cathie
Cathie R.
Australia | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Our trip would have been better had we stayed in one town eg Ostuni and done day trips from there. It was quite exhausting moving every day. Our accommodation was excellent except for Alberobello where we were required to climb up a high staircase. As we had informed you, one of our group was incapacitated and this caused us much angst but luckily the 2 men in charge of the hotel came to the rescue & organised dinner for us in our rooms. Also none of our drivers had much English although I... Read more

Our trip would have been better had we stayed in one town eg Ostuni and done day trips from there. It was quite exhausting moving every day. Our accommodation was excellent except for Alberobello where we were required to climb up a high staircase. As we had informed you, one of our group was incapacitated and this caused us much angst but luckily the 2 men in charge of the hotel came to the rescue & organised dinner for us in our rooms. Also none of our drivers had much English although I had asked for English speaking drivers. All our guides were wonderful. Also the only meal included was dinner on the first night, apart from breakfast every day. Don’t think I would rebook

Hotel Reviews
Masseria Incantalupi

This fortified farm is in the middle of nowhere but is absolutely stunning.

Authenticity & Character
Staff
Very friendly and generous
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palazzo Scotto
Alberobello

Not disabled friendly but the staff made up for it by bringing us dinner & breakfast to our rooms

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Location
Cleanliness & Comfort
47 Boutique Hotel
Rome

Location location location

Authenticity & Character
Location
In the middle of all antiquities
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Moreno Moretti
Moreno
Moreno Moretti
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Jun 13, 2024
Dear Cathy,
thank you so much for your review. I'm sorry to hear the trip wasn't as you had expected. As you know we tried to assist you in the best possible way and changed several parts of your trip during the booking process, in order for you to still see everything you wanted to see which we added to your travel plan but my colleague Melanie and the booking team made it overall more comfortable when it was time to actually book everything.
There were several emails where Melanie always... Read more

Dear Cathy,
thank you so much for your review. I'm sorry to hear the trip wasn't as you had expected. As you know we tried to assist you in the best possible way and changed several parts of your trip during the booking process, in order for you to still see everything you wanted to see which we added to your travel plan but my colleague Melanie and the booking team made it overall more comfortable when it was time to actually book everything.

There were several emails where Melanie always informed you of the changes and of course waited for approval before booking.

The hotel selected for the first night allowed you to also enjoy your time there and the meal was offered by our company as we realized it was tucked away, but was still a beautiful place and worth visiting. It offered everything we needed including the wine tasting and included time to relax before heading to your next stop.

Unfortunately the hotel in Alberobello hadn't informed us of the steps, although at the time of booking we had informed them that a member of your group had walking difficulties, and to apologise for this inconvenience Melanie called the hotel, provided our company details and offered you the meal in your hotel so you didn't have to go up and down the steps again and could enjoy a relaxing meal at your hotel. The hotel simply ordered it for us.

We also arranged free of charge baggage porters in Bari as we realized it was going to be easier this way for you, we did little adjustments in the background to make it more comfortable as possible which weren't initially included in the trip.
Melanie contacted you during your trip to check everything was ok, we don't like to bother over the phone every day just offer our best assistance during your trip so you know we are always available.

I hope you all had a lovely time and thanks again to your feedback It is really important for us to improve our services for the future.

We really care about our travelers, thanks to your understanding and we hope you decide to visit Italy again!

Ciao!
Moreno, Melanie and the booking team

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