Kimkim Trip Reviews

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The trip was overall great. I would of liked...
Costa Rica | Jul 7 - Jul 20, 2022

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Deborah D.
Lake Forest, CA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022
The trip was overall great. I would of liked if Olman was able to be reached on weekends in case of an emergency. I feel that KimKim needs to make sure people that they work with in other countries are available to their clients all the time if they are traveling within their country. Tour excursions should be booked as weather permitted. As thunderstorms in their winter are most likely in the afternoon, morning excursions would be more appropriate. I loved everywhere we went and our... Read more

The trip was overall great. I would of liked if Olman was able to be reached on weekends in case of an emergency. I feel that KimKim needs to make sure people that they work with in other countries are available to their clients all the time if they are traveling within their country. Tour excursions should be booked as weather permitted. As thunderstorms in their winter are most likely in the afternoon, morning excursions would be more appropriate. I loved everywhere we went and our lodging was really good. My favorite areas were the rainforest and cloud forest as the beautiful tropical lushness of the country is simply gorgeous. A must is to zip line in Monteverde and white water rafting in La Fortuna/Arenal. I added the chocolate tour which included coffee and sugarcane. It was hands on and a great learning experience. I look forward to returning to Costa Rica soon.

Hotel Reviews
Monteverde Lodge & Gardens
Monteverde

I really enjoyed this hotel. Upscale, classy hotel with good food and presentation. Small room but a cottage feel. Pretty grounds.

Authenticity & Character
Classy feel
Authenticity & Character
Location
Close enough to walk to town to eat at a local restaurant that was really good
Location
Staff
Very. Nice
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cleanliness & Comfort
Jungle Vista Boutique Hotel
Manuel Antonio

Our room was very nice. We had a tree outside our room that belonged to a sloth so we enjoyed watching her in her several positions. We also saw a howler monkey on our tree as well as a white bearded monkey. I liked that it had a kitchenette as well.

Authenticity & Character
Small boutique hotel with hardly any other travelers
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
It always felt so clean and the jungle view was nice
Local specialist: Olman Romero
Olman
Olman Romero
Local specialist in San Jose, Costa Rica | Replied on Jul 27, 2022

Hello Deborah & Barry,

Thanks for your review!
I hope you have enjoyed your trip to our country.
I know you did not enjoy some excursions because of the weather, I apologize for that.

Thanks for your review, we need to know your opinion to improve our services

Pura Vida!
Olman

Nova Scotians visit Iceland
Iceland | Jun 1 - Jun 7, 2022

Ian
Ian M.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022
Hi, we had a great trip. Cant say enough about the landscapes astonishing beauty .
The super jeep and iceberg tour was perfect, we also had great weather for both. Our 2 guides were so friendly and knowledgeable. Not very good at remembering names lol. Jeep tour we had a woman guide, blonde , used initials I think for a nick name, Ice berg tour was a dark haired younger tatooed guy, both excellent.
We did all what you had on our to do list , also the options and as well as a few other...
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Hi, we had a great trip. Cant say enough about the landscapes astonishing beauty .
The super jeep and iceberg tour was perfect, we also had great weather for both. Our 2 guides were so friendly and knowledgeable. Not very good at remembering names lol. Jeep tour we had a woman guide, blonde , used initials I think for a nick name, Ice berg tour was a dark haired younger tatooed guy, both excellent.
We did all what you had on our to do list , also the options and as well as a few other things, we hiked one day over 16 K. Oh we did skip the sculpture walk in Reykjavic.
All the places we visited were memorable. One place not on our list was the Lava museum, we stopped there as it was raining that day. We really enjoyed it and have recommended it to others.
Sorry for being so long to reply, we have been so busy. Thank you Jenny for everything, and also to your team for caring for us as well when we had a few issues . We have recommended KIMKIM to others as well!!

Activity Reviews
Explore Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Boat
Explore Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Boat
Iceland

Great to sail close to the icebergs. The zodiac was able to get closer to the glacier face and we were able to see a section of ice break off. It was awesome to hear the sounds of breaking ice , like thunder. The guide was very informative and was able to get us all to ask questions

Quality of Experience
Catching an iceberg calf off the glacier
Guides, Drivers and Staff
friendly, informative, went closer to the glacier as he expected to see ice break away form the face, and we did see and capture this on video
Transport
safety first, but also a little on the adventurous side
Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon
Iceland

we were there in the evening, I think best for us to relax before turning in. However we would have enjoyed staying in the water longer , but the lagoon was closing, however this was our choice to go later to relax. Highly recommend the experience , just seemed as we and others had the same question. where are the towels. lol

Quality of Experience
all of it
Guides, Drivers and Staff
courteous, helpful
Transport
We stayed at the Northern Light inn. Transport to the lagoon was included, but not to return at the closing time of the lagoon. we walked, but it was quite cool and it was light rain
Local specialist: Jenny Booth
Jenny
Jenny Booth
Local specialist in Guildford | Replied on Aug 01, 2022

I'm glad you chose to take the Jeep tour and include the hiking too. When we spoke I felt like this was really something you would enjoy.
We use the top rated tour companies and it's great to hear you were pleased with your guides, they really love what they do!
I'm a little envious, I have to say, that you got to witness ice breaking off the glacier, what a sight that must have been!
Thank you for letting me plan your special trip.

Amazing honeymoon!
Italy | Jun 29 - Jul 10, 2022

Colleen
Colleen Y.
Santa Monica, CA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022
We used kimkim to help us plan our honeymoon to Italy (Rome, Venice, Amalfi Coast). The entire process from start to finish was so easy for us - all thanks to Valeria! We had an initial consultation with her to discuss what we were hoping for out of the trip and the trip itinerary she created did not disappoint. We spent 12 magical days in Italy and every part of the trip was seamless. It felt like our trip was dummy proof, haha -- because it was so well organized. Our travel leader based on... Read more

We used kimkim to help us plan our honeymoon to Italy (Rome, Venice, Amalfi Coast). The entire process from start to finish was so easy for us - all thanks to Valeria! We had an initial consultation with her to discuss what we were hoping for out of the trip and the trip itinerary she created did not disappoint. We spent 12 magical days in Italy and every part of the trip was seamless. It felt like our trip was dummy proof, haha -- because it was so well organized. Our travel leader based on Rome, Daniela, was so amazing - we were able to ask her any questions we had through Whatsapp while we were on our trip, which was so helpful. It was a wonderful honeymoon and we would 100% book through kimkim again in the future!

Hotel Reviews
Bonvecchiati Palace
Venice

Lovely hotel with nice staff. Great location!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Marina Riviera
Amalfi

Truly amazing. We got an oceanside room and the view was insane!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Della Conciliazione
Rome

Great location. Friendly staff and clean modern rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Valeria Arcangeli
Valeria
Valeria Arcangeli
Local specialist in Rome | Replied on Jul 27, 2022

Hi Colleen,
thanks for your kind words...
I am so glad you enjoyed your time together with your husband.
It was my pleasure organizing everything... I loved it.
It was a very good itinerary.
I hope to help you organize another one again soon...

I am here anytime you need,
thanks, Valeria.

Trip of a Lifetime to Costa Rica
Costa Rica | Jul 6 - Jul 20, 2022

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Aude H.
Newton, MA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022
Our family (including 16- and 13-year-olds) traveled to Costa Rica for 15 days. The trip was amazing!! Charlotte and Serendipity Tours did a wonderful job arranging all the details and we could not have asked for more. Charlotte was very collaborative in planning the trip and made sure that all details were covered; this made our trip completely seamless We really enjoyed all of the hotels and tours she arranged for us, especially those in Turrialba, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, and Manuel... Read more

Our family (including 16- and 13-year-olds) traveled to Costa Rica for 15 days. The trip was amazing!! Charlotte and Serendipity Tours did a wonderful job arranging all the details and we could not have asked for more. Charlotte was very collaborative in planning the trip and made sure that all details were covered; this made our trip completely seamless We really enjoyed all of the hotels and tours she arranged for us, especially those in Turrialba, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, and Manuel Antonio.

We really appreciated that many of the hotels and tours were smaller companies--they provided amazing service and we were grateful for the careful attention and thoughtfulness that the personnel infused into our experience. Aguas Claras in Puerto Viejo and Arenas Del Mar in Manuel Antonio might be the best hotels we have ever stayed in!

Highlights of the trip included: 1) canyoning in Turrialba with Cesar and Sergio from Natural Paradise
2) whitewater rafting on the Pacuare River (courtesy of Exploradores Outdoor and our amazing guide Roberto "Taltu")
3) zip lining at the Vista Arenal Adventure Park in Arenal/La Fortuna
4) horseback riding around the Arenal volcano region with Go Adventures)
5) a guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park with an incredibly knowledgeable guide from Edgar New Concept

I have already recommended Kim Kim, Serendipidity Tours, and Charlotte to two friends who are interested in visiting Costa Rica and will definitely use Kim Kim for visits to other countries in the future.

Thank you again,

Aude

Hotel Reviews
Casa Turire
Turrialba

The hotel is located in a beautiful area and is a charming, relaxing place to stay. It is a little older but very comfortable. The service was wonderful and we very much enjoyed our stay. There were several nice touches including bicycles to ride around the beautiful property, and a bottle of wine in the room. The meals were very good.

Authenticity & Character
the hotel is situated in an old plantation and is filled with charm and character
Location
the setting is breathtaking and peaceful
Staff
the staff were very warm, welcoming and attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
the beds were comfortable and the room was cozy and pleasant
Aguas Claras
Puerto Viejo

Aguas Claras is one of our favorite hotels of all time. It is a small, boutique hotel located just outside of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca (which is great because the town can be quite bustling and busy). It consists of several separate bungalows surrounding a main area (with a restaurant, pool, and reception). The bungalows are beautifully decorated, spacious and comfortable with every amenity. The restaurant was phenomenal and we enjoyed breakfast and dinners there. The service was unparalleled--the concierge Nathalie was attentive and incredibly thoughtful. She helped us arrange several things including dinner in town and service from our rental car company to replace a flat tire. Other staff were equally wonderful. The hotel is a short walk to a beautiful, seemingly secluded beach. This hotel is a hidden gem and we could not recommend it more highly.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel bungalows are beautifully appointed with many artistic touches. The grounds are beautifully maintained and we saw wildlife just walking around the property;
Location
The proximity to the town and the beach
Staff
Staff were a highlight of our stay and were very attentive, thoughtful, and warm.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The hotel was very comfortable--everything from the beds, to the living areas, to the showers were perfect.
Local specialist: Charlotte Törnqvist
Charlotte
Charlotte Törnqvist
Local specialist in Turrialba, Costa Rica | Replied on Jul 27, 2022

Hi Aude,
I am so glad everything worked out well for you, and thank you for recommending us to your friends! Kind Regards,
Charlotte

Jesus - A Super Great Travel Agent!!!!
Peru | May 31 - Jun 27, 2022

Kenneth
Kenneth G.
| Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022
My wife and I took our two children (aged 11) for a month-long trip to Peru. Fortunately, I stopped trying to do things on my own and called kimkim who connected me to Jesus Martel. I told Jesus this was meant to be a trip of a lifetime for our kids and spent a lot of time planning with Jesus. In the end, this trip really exceeded our expectations! We wanted a good balance of archeological sites and fun activities. Jesus made great suggestions. Quite simply, we couldn't have planned... Read more

My wife and I took our two children (aged 11) for a month-long trip to Peru. Fortunately, I stopped trying to do things on my own and called kimkim who connected me to Jesus Martel. I told Jesus this was meant to be a trip of a lifetime for our kids and spent a lot of time planning with Jesus. In the end, this trip really exceeded our expectations! We wanted a good balance of archeological sites and fun activities. Jesus made great suggestions. Quite simply, we couldn't have planned such a great trip on our own. We always felt safe and had great guides who were very knowledgeable and always willing to accommodate our needs and preferences. We liked all of the hotels and I felt we got excellent value for money. Jesus was very professional and always checking in with us. Everything was taken care of; Jesus helped us with restaurant recommendations and reservations, internal air travel, he even arranged for me to see a tailor and I had a couple beautiful suits made. Working with local guides helped us feel connected to Peru and local people. We learned so much on this trip, but we also enjoyed our time together as a family; everything happened so seamlessly. We will definitely use kimkim again. My thanks to Jesus and all of our guides. I've traveled quite a bit in my life, but this was the best trip ever.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel El Tambo
Lima

Very friendly staff and great location.

Authenticity & Character
Liked the paintings and decor.
Location
Near Kennedy Park.
Staff
Laundry service was great! Everyone was very friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were decent sized and breakfasts were good.
La Hacienda Bahía Paracas
Paracas

Amazing hotel with great amenities in a beautiful setting. Restaurant was fantastic!

Authenticity & Character
Very large rooms - hacienda style buildings with nice modern features. I liked the photographs and other art work in the building and the private museum had some great artifacts and artwork.
Location
Beautiful view! We liked walking on the beach.
Staff
Always available and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kids loved the pool.
Casa Andina Standard Trujillo Plaza
Trujillo

Very nice hotel with very friendly staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Great location right off the main square.
Staff
Helpful and friendly. We left some items behind which the staff sent on to our next hotel in a different city at no cost.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were large. We liked the electric kettle. Restaurant was good.
Casa Andina Select Chiclayo
Chiclayo

Great hotel for families.

Authenticity & Character
Nice modern building - rooms were well proportioned and we liked the electric kettle.
Location
Great location - walking distance to many shops and restaurants.
Staff
Helped us to retrieve our items left at our previous hotel in a different city at no charge.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfortable beds and nice restaurant.
La Casona de Yucay
Cusco

The hotel was formerly a historic family hacienda. The gardens were very nice and the staff very pleasant.

Authenticity & Character
The grounds and views were fantastic.
Location
Beautiful views from our room.
Staff
Hotel and restaurant staff were helpful and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
We liked having a family room with two bathrooms.
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
Machu Picchu

Great location. Somewhat expensive, but we were first in line to enter Machu Picchu, as the entrance was less than five minutes away.

Authenticity & Character
Nice amenities, we liked the little porch area outside our room.
Location
Can't beat the location.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Breakfast buffet was really good!
Intiqa
Puno

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Standard hotel, but quite comfortable.

Authenticity & Character
Bathtubs are always welcome.
Location
Right near town center.
Staff
We enjoyed trying some different foods, like quinoa porridge, recommended by the staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Refugio Amazonas Lodge
Puerto Maldonado

My wife and kids had a great time. The room was comfortable with one open wall, which looked out into the forest. The activities were interesting and fun and we never were disappointed with the wildlife we observed.

Authenticity & Character
Very authentic - perhaps too authentic (no power for part of the night), but my kids loved it!
Location
Flora and fauna on all sides!
Staff
Very helpful - arranged to have laundry done, even though that wasn't part of their regular service. The guides were amazing - we would have missed a lot of incredible wildlife without our eagle-eyed guide.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Not a resort - but we spent all our time outdoors trekking through the forest.
Local specialist: Jesus Martel
Jesus
Jesus Martel
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Jul 27, 2022
Dear Kenneth, thank you very much for such extended reviews and details. Having you in Peru with us was really wonderful as we know you really enjoyed this long and beautiful trip. Each of us made our best to provide the best possible experience from beginning to end. I am so so happy you could do all activities very smoothly and that we could have your suits finished on time! This was something very new for me, but we could do it all perfectly on time. I wish you all the best and thanks... Read more

Dear Kenneth, thank you very much for such extended reviews and details. Having you in Peru with us was really wonderful as we know you really enjoyed this long and beautiful trip. Each of us made our best to provide the best possible experience from beginning to end. I am so so happy you could do all activities very smoothly and that we could have your suits finished on time! This was something very new for me, but we could do it all perfectly on time. I wish you all the best and thanks again for trusting us. It was a big pleasure meeting you and your nice family.
All my best,
Jesus, Kim Kim & Peruvian Soul team

Great experience in Northern Spain!
Spain | Jul 10 - Jul 25, 2022

Rebecca
Rebecca E.
San Francisco, CA | Reviewed on Jul 26, 2022
We had a wonderful time on our trip. The rental car worked out well and the hotels were all good with great locations (the Palacio de Burgos Hotel was especially nice--amazing breakfast!) We really enjoyed our private guided tours in Burgos and San Sebastian and the Picos de Europa hike was beautiful. Marina was responsive whenever we reached out to her. There was an issue with our flight from San Sebastian to Barcelona that was a bit stressful, but although we had to buy a last minute... Read more

We had a wonderful time on our trip. The rental car worked out well and the hotels were all good with great locations (the Palacio de Burgos Hotel was especially nice--amazing breakfast!) We really enjoyed our private guided tours in Burgos and San Sebastian and the Picos de Europa hike was beautiful. Marina was responsive whenever we reached out to her. There was an issue with our flight from San Sebastian to Barcelona that was a bit stressful, but although we had to buy a last minute ticket, we were reimbursed almost immediately. We enjoyed our trip very much and would definitely travel with KimKim again and we will recommend them to our friends.

Hotel Reviews
NH Collection Palacio de Burgos
Burgos
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The breakfast buffet was amazing.
Hotel Balneario La Hermida
Penarrubia

A bit run down and unfortunately the air conditioning did not work. However, there's not much to choose from in the area in terms of hotels.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Air conditioning didn't work, staff not particularly friendly.
Sercotel Codina
San Sebastian

Nice, clean hotel walking distance from the beach.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very friendly and helpful front desk clerk.
Petit Palace Arana
Bilbao

Great location on the edge of the casco viejo, quiet despite being in the center of activity, friendly staff

Location
Local specialist: Marina Courtaut
Marina
Marina Courtaut
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Jul 29, 2022

Hi Rebecca, thank you so much for taking the time to write your trip review! It has been a pleasure to organize this trip and I am thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your guided tours and hotels. I will share your words with all the team :) It will be my pleasure to help with your future adventure :) Best regards, Marina

The. Trip you PLAN and the trip you TAKE…..
Norway | Jun 22 - Jul 4, 2022

Jean
Jean S.
Lancaster, PA | Reviewed on Jul 26, 2022
They say that there are always two trips you take “the trip that you plan and the trip that you take”.
This certainly was the case for our trip to Norway. Plans were initially made in 2020 with KimKim. However, as happened to so many people, our trip was postponed for two years due to Covid. The long awaited trip finally took place this year. KimKim did a great job in making all of our reservations for us in Oslo, Flamm, Bergen and on our Hurtigruten cruise ending in Kirkenes, Norway. All of...
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They say that there are always two trips you take “the trip that you plan and the trip that you take”.
This certainly was the case for our trip to Norway. Plans were initially made in 2020 with KimKim. However, as happened to so many people, our trip was postponed for two years due to Covid. The long awaited trip finally took place this year. KimKim did a great job in making all of our reservations for us in Oslo, Flamm, Bergen and on our Hurtigruten cruise ending in Kirkenes, Norway. All of the accommodations were superb. The layover in Flamm was one of my favorite parts of the entire trip - with I would have stayed there longer. The folks at the Skandic in Kirkenes were most helpful when we were detained there due to the SAS Airways pilots strike. Linda (from KimKim) recommended staying there until we were able to get a flight home, which we were able to thanks to a tourist company in Kirkenes, who provided transportation and recommendations of a flight home via Helsinki. We could not have managed the stress of our situation without all of the kind people we met. Thank you, Linda, for your support during those trying times.

Hotel Reviews
Grand Hotel Terminus
Bergen

Old historic hotel, convenient to train station and pleasant walk to center city.

Location
Staff
Fretheim Hotel
Flåm

Small room but very clean with nice view of garden. Delicious buffet breakfast and very helpful staff.

Location
Staff
MS Nordnorge
Tromsø

Very small but pleasant accommodations.

Staff
Very helpful to our needs
Snowhotel Kirkenes

Excellent food and lovely accommodations in one of their cabins.

Authenticity & Character
Staff were very personable
Location
Not convenient to the town of Kirkenes without a taxi
Staff
Delightful little private cabin
Cleanliness & Comfort
Scandic Byporten
Oslo

Very clean and comfortable and perfect location by railroad and center city. Surprisingly very quiet.

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Embark Hurtigruten
Embark Hurtigruten
Norway
Quality of Experience
Programs or entertainment in evenings, tour guides when time available in ports.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Explore Kirkenes and Depart Norway
Explore Kirkenes and Depart Norway
Kirkenes

Information should have been made available about upcoming SAS pilot strike so that we could have started to make plans before leaving the ship. Apparently the staff was aware of this but we did not know until leaving the ship in Kirkenes, which had no other way to leave, other than SAS Airways which we needed to take us to Oslo for our flight home. There is no travel agent in this town and we had to glean information from anyone else who would know. This was very stressful. TV service in our room did not provide any information which would have been a great way to notify passengers of potential problem.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Linda Veråsdal
Linda
Linda Veråsdal
Local specialist in Norway | Replied on Aug 07, 2022

Hi Jean, thank you for your feedback. It is such a shame that your trip ended with the SAS flight strike, and made it impossible for you to go back home in time. It is nice to read that before this, you had a very nice journey - after two years wait due to covid. It was a pleasure to help you plan and organise it. I hope the good memories from the trip (and not the strike (!)) is what will remain with you. Thank you so much for traveling with us. Best, Linda

We loved our Peru trip!
Peru | Jul 1 - Jul 17, 2022

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Richard W.
Glen Avon, CA | Reviewed on Jul 26, 2022
We loved our Peru trip! From start to finish, Kristy went above and beyond in helping us plan it and in helping us resolve any issues that came up. Kristy was readily available and quick to help. She helped us resolve easily a couple hotel reservation issues that came up and in even helping us find a lost tablet that our kids left in a hotel. We loved all our guides and stops along the way but we were particularly impressed with our guide Maycol at Lake Titicaca. It was our daughter’s... Read more

We loved our Peru trip! From start to finish, Kristy went above and beyond in helping us plan it and in helping us resolve any issues that came up. Kristy was readily available and quick to help. She helped us resolve easily a couple hotel reservation issues that came up and in even helping us find a lost tablet that our kids left in a hotel. We loved all our guides and stops along the way but we were particularly impressed with our guide Maycol at Lake Titicaca. It was our daughter’s birthday while we were there and he went above and beyond in planning a birthday party for her, getting a cake, and giving her a personal gift that required personal time and effort from him. Peru is a beautiful country with wonderful people and kimkim helped us see it all!

Local specialist: Kristy Tizon
Kristy
Kristy Tizon
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Jul 27, 2022

Hi Richard,

Thank you so much for your review! I am so glad you had a wonderful time with your family and glad we could help recover the kid’s iPad. We hope you visit Peru again in the future. Take care!

Saludos,
Kristy

Great Anniversary Trip
Italy | Jul 13 - Jul 25, 2022

Raymond
Raymond S.
Highland Village, TX | Reviewed on Jul 26, 2022

Sonia and Barbera were amazing and made my trip with my wife for our anniversary wonderful. Very responsive and always willing to help. We are so thankful for them and their services for us.

Local specialist: Sonia Vanzin
Sonia
Sonia Vanzin
Local specialist in Venice | Replied on Jul 27, 2022

Ciao Raymond and Maggie. Thanks for your nice review.
It was a pleasure planning your trip to my beloved country.
Wish you all the best!

Perfection start to finish!
Greece | Jul 16 - Jul 25, 2022

Laura
Laura S.
Broomfield, CO | Reviewed on Jul 26, 2022
We had the most amazing trip in Greece! Rebecca Skevakis was our travel specialist and she could not have set up a more seamless or thoughtful trip for us. We are a family of four, two teenage kids (daughter 16 and son 14) from Boulder, Colorado. We have traveled a lot and typically arrange our own itinerary. For Greece, since we only had ten days and I wanted to make the most of our time there, I used KimKim and Rebecca to assist with all the details. As the title of the review... Read more

We had the most amazing trip in Greece! Rebecca Skevakis was our travel specialist and she could not have set up a more seamless or thoughtful trip for us. We are a family of four, two teenage kids (daughter 16 and son 14) from Boulder, Colorado. We have traveled a lot and typically arrange our own itinerary. For Greece, since we only had ten days and I wanted to make the most of our time there, I used KimKim and Rebecca to assist with all the details. As the title of the review said....perfection start to finish.

We spent two nights in Athens to start the trip. We had a free day to get acclimated to the time change and explore a bit on our own. The hotel, Coco Mat Athens, was fantastically located near the Acropolis with views. Walkable to everything we wanted to see. We had a tour of the Acropolis with our tour guide, Angela, who was so knowledgeable and took us to some areas of the Plaka that we would never have seen. We then transferred by plane to Chania, Crete. Another fantastic hotel, Chania Flair Boutique. Again, perfect location with beach access in the City. We went to Balos Beach, did an olive oil farm and press and cooking class. Had dinner at the most beautiful farm to table restaurant, and had time to explore the harbor district and spend some good quality time just relaxing at the beach. After three days on Chania, we went to Santorini and stayed just outside of Fira. We had the most unbelievable view of the caldera and the quintessential view of the white cliffside accomodations in Santorini. We were able to go cliff jumping in Atouni Bay, spent at day at a beach club at Theros Beach and did a sunset catamaran cruise of the island. All beyond perfect. We did one final transfer back to Athens but instead of it being a night of just wandering, we scheduled a food and wine tour of the Psyri neighborhood, and our guide, Theo, took us to places we would never have found on our own. Theo was fantastic and given that we had a 100 degree day, tailored our time to accommodate the oppressive heat.

Overall, I can't rave enough about Rebecca, GrecianLux, KimKim. Her attention to detail, from really listening to what my family wanted out of the trip, to the accommodations that she arranged, to the tours, to the transfers each step of the trip....every detail went off without a hitch. For example, we had one day when we were to take a boat tour to a beach but the wind was up and the harbor shut down, so she arranged for alternate transportation (her husband, Michael drove us! Michael was also amazing and so knowledgeable!) We could still go to the beach and then added on a dinner at the best restaurant. She also arranged for transportation and a reservation at a beach club in Santorini on a day when my kids rejected a six mile hike (walking uphill, even with views, was not appealing to teenagers !). The app that we used was also incredibly user friendly. It had all of our trip information organized by day and also important documents. We had the opportunity to meet Rebecca and she and her family were just so warm and welcoming in person.

If you are planning a trip to Greece, I am happy to provide the highest recommendation for Rebecca and KimKim. Perfect trip with memories that will last a lifetime.

Hotel Reviews
COCO-MAT Athens BC
Athens

Great location, lovely room, great service. Rooftop pool that was fantastic given the heat in Athens. Epic breakfast included every morning. Highly recommend.

Authenticity & Character
eco-friendly, pool, rooms were well appointed.
Location
Walkable to Acropolis, Plaka, and other city center areas.
Staff
Courteous and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
very clean, AC worked well and we were very happy.
Chania Flair Deluxe Boutique hotel
Chania

Beautiful boutique hotel! Fantastic location with beach access, roof deck with small pool, and easy walking district to the more touristy area of the Chania harbor. Staff was very accomodating and breakfast was incredible. Every detail was very well thought out.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel felt brand new, very well appointed. We had adjoining rooms in a suite with our children and that worked out perfectly.
Location
Beach access and walkable to the town center.
Staff
So friendly and accomodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Perfect.
Aesthesis Boutique Villas Fira
Fira

Fantastic location with plenty of space. Heated plungepool. Epic views of the caldera. Cave like space which was unique and fascinating. Breakfast was provided every morning and delivered to the villa.

Authenticity & Character
As mentioned, the cave like space was so unique to us, and typical for Santorini. Loved it!
Location
Easy to walk to Fira and get to other areas of the island.
Staff
Concierge met us at the villa and the cleaning team was great. Very attentive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Daily cleaning service was so appreciated and very well done!
Electra Metropolis
Athens

High end tourist hotel in the heart of the city. Was our last night in Athens and for our trip and having such a fancy accommodating space was great. Fantastic views of the Acropolis and easy walking to the Psyris neighborhood.

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Activity Reviews
Athens - Athens Food Tour
Athens - Athens Food Tour
Athens

Theo was so knowledgeable and took us to places we would never have seen without a guide. The day was also 100 degrees so he was very thoughtful about keeping us in the shade and taking us to places for cool drinks and desserts. My family loved the graffiti/public art component of the tour. Was such a great way to storytell for Athens.

Quality of Experience
We saw parts of Athens that we would have never seen if we had not had a guide.
Food
Good mix of modern and traditional....Six Dogs was a hidden gem and the taverna was also fantastic!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Theo was terrific. Fun, accommodating, knowledgeable. Highly recommend him!
Transport
Walkable from our hotel
Athens - Acropolis at Sunset & Plaka neighborhood | Private tour with an archaeologist/guide
Athens - Acropolis at Sunset & Plaka neighborhood | Private tour with an archaeologist/guide
Athens

Great tour with Angela. She was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of interesting facts while we walked. She also showed us really cool secrets spots in the Plaka that were not filled with other tourists!

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Chania - ''The Cretan Treasures'' Food and Wine Tour
Chania - ''The Cretan Treasures'' Food and Wine Tour
Greece

Unbelievable experience! We were picked up by Yannis who was our tour guide for the day. He was funny, engaged with our children, and also very knowledgeable about everything related to our tour, Greece and Crete. We toured an olive oil refinery and farm, and then took a cooking class at a private farm in the Kissamos district. So beautiful and away from tourists. We cooked stuffed tomatoes and peppers and stuffed grape leaves. And we were served a traditional Cretan meal with different types of cheeses, honey, Greek salad, roasted vegetables, roasted goat, and dessert of yogurt and different types of local honey. One of the best experiences of our trip. We highly recommend.

Quality of Experience
See above.
Food
See above in general review.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was just super and we really liked that he engaged with our teenagers.
Transport
Chania - Dive into magnificent Balos Beach with a private boat (Fishing boat)
Chania - Dive into magnificent Balos Beach with a private boat (Fishing boat)
Greece

We didn't actually get to take a boat to Balos Beach because the ocean was too high and the Harbor Master closed the marina. However, our travel specialist Rebecca arranged for a driver to take us to and from the same beach which was so thoughtful. The wind was high that day but that kept the crowds down and we were able to be comfortable behind some of the big rocks on the beach. We then were able to go for dinner at a local farm to table restaurant near Balos. Again, Rebecca took care of the cost of the meal because we had paid for dinner on the boat trip that got cancelled. Really, she went over and above and we had the best alternate experience!

Quality of Experience
Balos Beach was incredibly beautiful! Just like what you think of when you think of Greece.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Michael was our guide and driver and just fantastic. Super knowledgeable and personable and funny.
Transport
Santorini - Free Morning & Santorini Catamaran Gold Sunset Cruise (Small group cruise)
Santorini - Free Morning & Santorini Catamaran Gold Sunset Cruise (Small group cruise)
Santorini

Beautiful experience on a catamaran! Well organized and not too crowded on the boat. We got to see the island from the water and experience sunset out in the ocean. Highly recommend!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Local specialist: Rebecca Skevaki
Rebecca
Rebecca Skevaki
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Nov 15, 2022

Laura, thank you so much for your kind words! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. We count ourselves lucky for customers like you!
We look forward to working with you again in the future!
Rebecca and the GrecianLux Team

KimKim.com made planning my trip to Costa Ric...
Costa Rica | Jul 8 - Jul 15, 2022

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Kathy S.
Tahlequah, OK | Reviewed on Jul 26, 2022

KimKim.com made planning my trip to Costa Rica easy. The service was excellent. I received messages from Brittany and Ryan every step of the way. If I had a question, they had an answer for me within the day. In addition, the ability to select locations, activities, and hotels ala carte made planning more personal. Activities were a combination of group and individual choices. Hotel selections included three- to five-star aminities.

Thank you so much, Kimkim.com, for helping me create a wonderful trip!!!

Local specialist:

As a whole, what you all planned was good. I ...
Italy | Jul 15 - Jul 25, 2022

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Kurt H.
Corona, CA | Reviewed on Jul 26, 2022

As a whole, what you all planned was good. I am not pleased that you all forgot to pick us up at a train station. It was hot and we paid too much for this level of unprofessionalism. This issue is compounded by the steep pricing.

Local specialist: Jessica Proietti
Jessica
Jessica Proietti
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Jul 29, 2022

Dear Kurt,

thank you for your feedback, we know is very hot and how important it is to have a transfer. I wish to apologize for the mistake, it happened just 1 time and I had already asked to send me the bill for the taxi. Please send it to me I will give you back the money you spend for a taxi ride from the station to your hotel.

Thank you
Jessica

Flawlessly executed itinerary
Peru | Jul 9 - Jul 24, 2022

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Gregory S.
Reston, VA | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022
Liz Karen from Andean Travel experience prepared my itinerary after a brief back and forth while Paul Zegarra served as my POC while in Peru for 16 days. Liz's recommendations were perfect for my solo trip that involved numerous activities, excursions, lodging locations, airports, domestic flights, pick ups/drop offs, etc. The lengthly itinerary was executed flawlessly without incident. Accommodations were great. No doubt this feat required a great deal of "behind the scenes" coordination... Read more

Liz Karen from Andean Travel experience prepared my itinerary after a brief back and forth while Paul Zegarra served as my POC while in Peru for 16 days. Liz's recommendations were perfect for my solo trip that involved numerous activities, excursions, lodging locations, airports, domestic flights, pick ups/drop offs, etc. The lengthly itinerary was executed flawlessly without incident. Accommodations were great. No doubt this feat required a great deal of "behind the scenes" coordination and communication before and during my journey. Regardless of the time of day, Paul was available via WhatsApp and answered all questions I had regarding the itinerary. He provided the assurances needed to eliminate the usual worry. Everything flowed flawlessly including 3 - day excursions from or in Cusco, a 5 day trek to Machu Picchu on the Salkantay Trail, and a river cruise on the Amazon and into the rain forrest. Peru and the trip exceeded expectations. Easy to recommend the kimkim platform and Andean Travel Experience.

Hotel Reviews
Double Tree Iquitos
Iquitos

I believe this is probably to best hotel in Iquitos Centrally located Helpful and courteous staff Room was clean Breakfast was good

Domes

Not a hotel. Dome structure intended for campers. Very comfortable. Included pad for sleeping bag. Convenient to Lake Humanatay.

Inti Punku MachuPicchu Hotel & Suites
Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes

Good location Courteous staff Comfortable room Clean

Casa Andina Premium Cusco
Cusco

Very nice hotel Nice room Great courtyard Very good breakfast Helpful and courteous staff

Holiday Inn Lima Airport
Lima

Conveniently located across the street from the Liam airport Good security Free shuttle leaving/arriving every 15 minutes Comfortable and clean rooms Attentive staff Great breakfast Good room service

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Location
Staff
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Rumi Wasi
Cusco

Great location...short walking distance to main plaza Excellent service oriented hotel manager and staff. Very friendly. Multilingual. Clean and quiet room Balcony for breakfast with wonderful city view

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Jungle Experiences La Perla
Nauta

Wonderful experience Nice cabins with large window for exceptional views of the scenery Exceptional staff very willing to help Great food...full meals 3 times per day Very nice open area up top and cozy lounge area with small bar Dining room well appointed Service was outstanding

Local specialist: Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca
Liz Karen
Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca
Local specialist in Cusco | Replied on Jul 26, 2022

Hi Gregory,
Thank you so much for the great comments, I am very happy to know that you enjoyed your trip!
We were very glad to help with and during your trip to Perú! I'll share your review with Paul and the rest of our team.
Please take care and if somehow we can help in the future, just let me know. I will be always happy to help!
Kindly,
Liz.

Great Greece Trip! Athens - Mykonos - Naxos
Greece | Jul 13 - Jul 23, 2022

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Michael S.
Irvine, CA | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022
Our family had a very good time in Greece. Our trip was very well planned and we enjoyed very much all the planned excursions. Read more

Our family had a very good time in Greece. Our trip was very well planned and we enjoyed very much all the planned excursions.

Hotel Reviews
The Editor Hotel Athens
Athens
The George Hotel
Mykonos
Argo Boutique Hotel
Naxos
NLH Monastiraki
Athens
Activity Review
Welcome to Athens
Welcome to Athens
Athens
Local specialist: Eleni Koropouli
Eleni
Eleni Koropouli
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Jul 26, 2022

Dear Michael,
I am truly happy that you enjoyed your time in Greece and that your trip met your expectations. I will be thrilled to welcome you back sometime in the future and show you some other amazing well-known and hidden gems!
Until then, have fun & safe travels!🙂
Eleni

Trip was absolutely amazing!!! Emanuela helpe...
Iceland | Jul 16 - Jul 23, 2022

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Stephanie S.
Zanesville, OH | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022

Trip was absolutely amazing!!! Emanuela helped me every step of the way. It was perfectly planned and exactly what we asked for. Everything went so smoothly. Best trip we've ever had. I will use the services for all my future trips!

Local specialist: Emanuela Grieco
Emanuela
Emanuela Grieco
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Aug 09, 2022

Thank you so much for your super kind words and for sharing these smiling pictures, dear Stephanie!
It was great to stay in touch while you were traveling!
And I am so happy you had a wonderful time!

All the best to both you and hope to have you back here one day :)

Emanuela

I absolutely loved it! We saw many wonderful ...
Norway | Jul 12 - Jul 24, 2022

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Stefanos I.
Spokane, WA | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022
I absolutely loved it! We saw many wonderful places and the detailed planning especially regarding transportation was impressively done. Everyone I communicated with was very helpful esp Tricia and Hild earlier on as this has been a trip long in making.
Trolltunga and Lofoten were our favorites!
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I absolutely loved it! We saw many wonderful places and the detailed planning especially regarding transportation was impressively done. Everyone I communicated with was very helpful esp Tricia and Hild earlier on as this has been a trip long in making.
Trolltunga and Lofoten were our favorites!

Activity Review
Midnight Kayaking in Svolvær
Midnight Kayaking in Svolvær
Norway

We missed the experience because we were not notified to meet at 930 instead of 10pm. Disappointing.

Local specialist: Tricia Cantlon
Tricia
Tricia Cantlon
Local specialist in Oslo | Replied on Aug 04, 2022

The pandemic really tested your patience on this trip - I'm so glad it was worth the wait in the end! Thanks for the visit and for your everlasting positive, laid-back attitude. It was wonderful to help you and your dad make this trip happen.

Some thoughts on Costa Rica
Costa Rica | Jul 6 - Jul 22, 2022

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Gareth H.
Switzerland | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022
Firstly about KimKim (and I guess by definition about Olman) - whilst in hindsight I probably COULD have organised most of the things on this trip myself - having Olman do it (and super efficiently as well it has to be said) certainly took all the hassle away, and gave me a very useful security blanket (which was called upon and deployed successfully) - so you pay more - you get more - the choice is yours. Olman was patient with me as I changed my mind on what I thought I wanted to do and... Read more

Firstly about KimKim (and I guess by definition about Olman) - whilst in hindsight I probably COULD have organised most of the things on this trip myself - having Olman do it (and super efficiently as well it has to be said) certainly took all the hassle away, and gave me a very useful security blanket (which was called upon and deployed successfully) - so you pay more - you get more - the choice is yours.

Olman was patient with me as I changed my mind on what I thought I wanted to do and the price I was willing to pay. No rush in getting us to pay our final bill which was appreciated.........

Mixed feelings about Costa Rica have to say.

Darned expensive for family of 5 from the UK right now - exchange rate not helping for sure. We also forgot (coming from the UK) that sales tax is levied - but never included in menus or on price tickets - it always hits you as a surprise when you pay the final bill. So whenever you consider a meal out - factor in 13% sales tax, plus service charge and so on...

Not surprisingly I guess, given the reliance on the tourist dollar, Costa Rica charges you for EVERYTHING…Wonderful scenery - if you can afford to pay for the view!

Every National Park charges entry of $16 / person / per day - no family rates, no multi-day, multi-location passes (missing a trick here for us families for sure). Every wonderful waterfall you read about is fully “monetised“ (on private land always so unsurprisingly again) but $20 each for a walk to a albeit fantastic waterfall gets pretty expensive. I KNOW our wealth as tourists is substantial in comparison but when you’ve saved for eons doesn’t mean that you have loads of options to do all the things available to you. I know that tourism is CR’s lifeblood in many ways but it does make you appreciate some of the fantastic sites, and holiday possibilities closer to home. How many waterfalls are charged for in the UK for example?

Having said all that there were plenty of memorable experiences:
- Monteverde / St Helena area - chilled vibe
- a night tour in a private reserve with a great guide spotting stick insects, frogs, tarantula, toucan etc. that was pretty special (via Reserva Curi Chanca in Monteverde)
- boat tour around jungle canals with monkeys and iguana in Toruguero
- Zip lining above the forest canopy was pretty exciting with last section over a k in length - again near Monteverde (via https://selvatura.com/).
- Hotel Plaza Yara near Manuel Antonio - lovely chilled hotel
- Hiked up to the top of an old volcano - Cerro Chato on the Arenal area - really challenging up a dry stream bed conscious all the time that a storm would make it an altogether different challenge! It is apparently illegal to do this trip (so less said about this great experience the better possibly....)

Trips I was less enamoured with were
- canyoning near La Fortuna - via https://www.puretrek.com/ - they rushed us through - pretty much tied us the ropes, lowered us down, ushered us the next drop and were keen to see us through and gone. No element of the slightest danger for sure - but hey - at least let us play the rope ourselves if we choose to do some rappelling eh??
- hot springs, again in La Fortuna - at https://ecotermalesfortuna.cr/ - one pool "hot" - others pretty tepid - all very plush but misses the natural feel you'd have in Iceland for example. Meal was good though!
- Manuel Antonio National Park - crowded, not allowed to take any food in (for understandable reasons) - but then have grotty cafe with overflowing bins and wasps, no access to furthest beaches - very underwhelming for me personally
- Diving off the Catalina Islands - shit viz - but them's the breaks when you go diving

We went in the rainy season - so that meant the afternoon storms when they happened were biblical - and very impressive in their own right! Having said that - quite a few days where we had no rain and it certainly didn't spoil the trip. It pays not to be out on anything less than a really good road if you have a hire car in these conditions.

We’ve paid quite a bit for good hotels and for me personally it’s meant a certain lack of real interaction with other travellers - kids have loved the comfort though!

Local specialist: Olman Romero
Olman
Olman Romero
Local specialist in San Jose, Costa Rica | Replied on Jul 29, 2022

Hello Gareth,

Thank for the detailed review about your 17 days exploring Costa Rica.
I am so happy to know your family loved this experience in our country.

I hope you will travel again with us!

Best,
Olman

Greece is Amazing!!
Greece | Jul 11 - Jul 22, 2022

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Hari S.
India | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022
Greece is a destination spot for a lot of folks around the world and planning a trip with all the traveling and scheduling details is a huge and daunting effort. Angela made that effort look so seamless and easy that I had to pinch myself as to whether I am truly in Greece vacationing and enjoying to the fullest. After the initial consultation session to show our interests she put together a trip plan that suited our needs. Every step of the way, we had drivers or tour operators waiting for... Read more

Greece is a destination spot for a lot of folks around the world and planning a trip with all the traveling and scheduling details is a huge and daunting effort. Angela made that effort look so seamless and easy that I had to pinch myself as to whether I am truly in Greece vacationing and enjoying to the fullest. After the initial consultation session to show our interests she put together a trip plan that suited our needs. Every step of the way, we had drivers or tour operators waiting for us to show us beautiful Greece. The most stunning places were in Santorini and Crete, again the tours completely catered to what our needs were and it was the most amazing experience. I wish for my future travels, we can use Angela, but unfortunately she is travel advisor for Greece only. So for my future travels, I will most definitely use kimkim and hope to get another Angela to make our vacation the most memorable one.

Hotel Review
Sole d'oro Luxury Suites
Santorini

Highly recommend this hotel. The staff and owners were so amazing people and treated us like family

Authenticity & Character
Location
Stunning and breathtaking views
Staff
Extremely friendly and treated us like family
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jul 25, 2022

Hello Hari and family!

Thank you so much for your kind words! I am truly touched. :)

I hope to be part of your next vacation in Greece and show you some more amazing places in my country. You are such a kind and lovely family and it was a pleasure talking with you and assisting you with everything.

I am so happy that you enjoyed your time here and that I was able to make this family vacation a memorable one!

Until our paths meet again, take care and have fun! :)

My warmest regards,
Angela

Cannot thank Huyen and the team enough for pr...
Vietnam | Jul 11 - Jul 22, 2022

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Sam K.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022

Cannot thank Huyen and the team enough for providing a wonderful trip. The guides and itinerary were excellent and exactly what we were looking for - complicated dietary and travel requirements were met with no issues and we had an amazing time. Would have no hesitation to recommend Vietnam, KimKim and Huyen a thousand times over!

Local specialist: Huyen Nghiem
Huyen
Huyen Nghiem
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam | Replied on Jul 26, 2022

Dear Sam & Emily,
Thank you for taking your valuable time to write a review of our tour services.
We appreciate the positive feedback you have provided and I will ensure this information is shared with the team to show how they have exceeded your expectations.
We look forward to welcoming you back to Vietnam soon and please do not hesitate to contact us for any further assistance.
Best regards,
Huyen

Unforgettable trip to Galapagos organized by Tamer
Ecuador | Jul 9 - Jul 15, 2022

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Alexander B.
Olney, MD | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022
Tamer organized our trip to Galapagos with utmost precision and attention to the smallest details. He was endlessly patient, always willing to tweak the plans until everything was laid out to our liking (including the budgetary aspect). During our stay in Galapagos we visited Santa Cruz, Isabella and San Cristobal islands, all activities were well planned and ran with clockwork smoothness. Throughout our trip Tamer stayed on top of things, being in constant touch, and monitoring our... Read more

Tamer organized our trip to Galapagos with utmost precision and attention to the smallest details. He was endlessly patient, always willing to tweak the plans until everything was laid out to our liking (including the budgetary aspect). During our stay in Galapagos we visited Santa Cruz, Isabella and San Cristobal islands, all activities were well planned and ran with clockwork smoothness. Throughout our trip Tamer stayed on top of things, being in constant touch, and monitoring our wellbeing, which permitted him to successfully resolve whatever minor glitches happened. Tamer only works with the most professional local guides, so whoever we met during our adventure was extremely nice, courteous and competent.
Thank you, Tamer, for these happy memories, and we hope to be back to Ecuador again, so that you can organize more adventures for us.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Deja Vu Galapagos
Pto. Ayora
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Cally Galapagos
Puerto Villamil
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa Blanca
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Kicker Rock: A Snorkeling Adventure
Kicker Rock: A Snorkeling Adventure
Isla San Cristóbal

The most beautiful diving experience i ever had

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to Santa Cruz Island:  Highlands & Charles Darwin Research Station
Welcome to Santa Cruz Island: Highlands & Charles Darwin Research Station
Puerto Ayora

Wonderful guide Viviana provided unforgettable tour

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Experience the Pristine Beauty of Galápagos Islands: Discovering an Uninhabited Island
Experience the Pristine Beauty of Galápagos Islands: Discovering an Uninhabited Island
Puerto Ayora
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Wildlife Tour on Isabela Island
Wildlife Tour on Isabela Island
Ecuador
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sierra Negra volcano - Speedboat to Santa Cruz
Sierra Negra volcano - Speedboat to Santa Cruz
Ecuador
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Speedboat to San Cristobal Island - Interpretation Center - Tijeretas Hill
Speedboat to San Cristobal Island - Interpretation Center - Tijeretas Hill
Ecuador
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Tamer Obeid.
Tamer
Tamer Obeid.
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jul 25, 2022
Dear Alexander :) Thank you so so much for your feedback and insight; this is our true reward here in Kimkim, and as for me, mine was the strong hug I received from you when we departed 'temporarily' here in Quito. It has been an honor and a privilege to work with you, to meet you, Irina and Tatiana in person, and to be a small part of those unforgettable memories you had here in Ecuador and the charming Galapagos Islands :) I promise you that the next trip we will plan, whether for you... Read more

Dear Alexander :)

Thank you so so much for your feedback and insight; this is our true reward here in Kimkim, and as for me, mine was the strong hug I received from you when we departed 'temporarily' here in Quito.

It has been an honor and a privilege to work with you, to meet you, Irina and Tatiana in person, and to be a small part of those unforgettable memories you had here in Ecuador and the charming Galapagos Islands :)

I promise you that the next trip we will plan, whether for you and your son or to any of your friends or referrals, will be nothing less than spectacular! We have some big plans coming :)

Till we meet again!

Yours,
Tamer

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