Kimkim Trip Reviews

Three different restaurants in the hotel to choose from. Great Breakfast buffet!

FANTASTIC breakfast buffet. Reasonably priced dinners. HUGE pool. Didn’t go in myself, but loved to see the families enjoying it.

In room laundry and kitchen. Close to ocean. Amazing.

We loved staying at this hotel. 1. Perfect location near transportation, grocery, bottle shop. 2. Ability to fix our own meals. 3. Essential; washer and dryer in room. 4. Courteous knowledgeable staff that really worked hard to help.

The camel ride was a unique and enjoyable experience. We rode atop the camel for an hour, with frequent pauses. The ride included some food and drinks, which was nice.

The Daintree day tour was fascinating. We got to see crocodiles during a pontoon boat ride on the Daintree River. The tour was way more extensive than just the boat ride.

The Down Under Cruise was a good experience. My wife enjoyed snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef, but I got seasick. However, I still got to see the reef, which was cool!

The dinner cruise was ok. The view from inside was not particularly good and most of the staff seemed disinterested. However, the food was good.

The food and wine tour was pleasant. It was mostly about wine tasting, with some food involved. I enjoyed this tour.

A nice introduction to Sydney Harbor. Shark Island was on the list of stops , but the ship never stopped there. The ferry service would have suited us equally, as it turned out

This was a bit different as it was a shared kitchen and living space which was a new experience.

It was a satisfactory stay. The hotel staff was accommodating and the check-in process was seamless. The hotel met my expectations for a one-night stay.

It was a decent place for me to sleep and eat. The staff was helpful and the check-in process was smooth. The breakfasts were enjoyable and the location was convenient. Overall, it was comfortable and met our needs.

This was an amazing experience. The tour was well-organized.

It was a relaxing activity right after a long flight. I had a good time and slept well after.

The nature baths were calming and enjoyable. The weather was good which made the experience even more enjoyable

This was a highlight of the trip. The hike was arranged well and we started at the time it was scheduled. The guides were friendly and answered all our questions.

Great location for exploring Sydney. Helpful staff. Comfy, spacious suites and amazing breakfast.

This was so much fun - definitely a highlight of our trip! The staff is so helpful and they make the ride so enjoyable.

We actually did the Wintjiri Wiru gourmet dinner and light show instead of this. Vickie found out about this experience kind of late in our planning, and suggested that we substitute it for the Sounds of Silence - and it was PHENOMENAL!

This is a LONG day, but interesting to see a bit more of the Outback. We took a helicopter tour over the canyon, which was really good.

We toured the Opera House - definitely worth doing. We did the Hop On-Hop Off Big Bus tour, which is informative and interesting - more so than the Hop On Hop Off Ferry. There's narration with the bus - not so for the ferry. And ferry rides are cheap and available individually.

Our guide actually lives in the area that we toured, so she had lots of inside information and good stories.

Beautiful scenery and good information about the First Nations people.

Very interesting historical area of Sydney. Lots of good stories.

Enjoyed not only the wines, but the countryside as we travelled to the wineries. Driver/Guide provided lots of information about the area.

Unfortunately, my husband got seasick, but I had a great time and am proud to say I snorkeled the Great Barrier Reef.

The vintage train ride is amazing. The train itself is fun and the scenery is spectacular.

Worst accommodations on our trip. Restaurant was overwhelmed and food poor. No shower in room, tub only. Made us remove our shoes at the door. Staff was over whelmed and confused.

A bit tired and in need of update

Terrific experience!! Great staff and guide, very conscientious. A real highlight of our trip.

One of the trip highlights! Very well organized with excellent staff and a super guide.

Very enjoyable and organized.

Very informative and an excellent guide.

Too crowded and a bit tired.

Casa Don Diego was small, private, and gave us the authentic experience we were looking for. We loved how it was tucked away in Tulum and offered a quiet and unassuming atmosphere. The staff was really nice and made us feel like family. We even had the chance to see their beehives and learn about a specific type of bee that doesn't sting, but produces fantastic honey. The hotel has around six rooms and an outdoor kitchen for families to use which added to the home-like feel. It was a wonderful place to stay and we really missed it when we moved to a larger resort later in our trip.

This was a luxurious hotel with beautiful pools and good restaurants. It was a nice place to relax and pamper ourselves after more adventurous days. However, it felt more commercial compared to the more authentic experiences we had during our trip.

The tours of the ruins, including Coba and the sacred Mayan roads, were stunning. All of our guides were well informed and we learned a lot about the culture and history. It was wonderful to meet the people and know that the money from our tours was going directly into the local community. It was fantastic to see the ruins and spend time with Mayan families.

This was a commercial but fun experience. We went into the caves with a guide and a group, which felt a bit rushed and less personal than our other adventures. Still, it was beautiful and interesting.

This was one of the most special days of our trip. We got to spend time with a Mayan community and learn about their traditional ways of life. Our children even made tortillas by hand with Maya women — an unforgettable experience. We also visited a hidden cenote, which was an adventurous and stunning experience.

This was an absolute highlight of our trip! We got there early, before the crowds and it was just our family and our guide. We floated down the river, surrounded by stunning nature, in crystal clear water. Our guide taught us about the jungle and let us enjoy some quiet moments just floating. We didn't do any snorkeling, but it was still an amazing experience.

Friendly, easy, and good location. Giving it four stars due to a bathroom water leak. The host promptly assisted us.

The length of the experience is closer to 7.5 hours from pick up to drop off.

This is one of the nicest hotels I have ever stayed in. The attention to detail, the ambiance, and the staff were all incredible. It was also very quiet, and a great place to relax after a busy day

This was a very special tour, and I’m glad I got to meet hero rats. Would recommend everyone to check this out

Great kitchen/hang out area. The rooms were much better than camping. Kids loved the trail to the waterfall.

The room was great and loved the recreation room for the kids. The breakfast was very yummy and staff was super friendly. I took one star away because the gym had several pieces of equipment that were broken and need to be repaired.

Resort pools were great and staff was very friendly and helpful.

Great hotel and staff!

Stops at waterfalls were great guides take great care of you. This was our favorite excursion.

Monkeys sloths, and beaches what is not to love

Zip lines are high and fast, staff is friendly. The hike and bridges was ok but would not do again.

Was a blast and my first time zip lining into a pool of water. Highly recommend this excursion.

Great family trip guides were excellent

Friendly, knowledgeable guides (Truls <follow him on IG @trulsoutdoors> and Sunny) and a group of fun-loving hikers made this an amazing experience. The hike is specially timed so that you are at Trolltunga when the crowd is thin (less queuing for your photo op!). The overnight stay at the heated domes added a special touch. I appreciated the quiet moments in the early morning when I could be alone with nature.

Very spacious apartment with the most amazing view of the waterfalls. Interior design was simple but place felt homely.

There are 2 wings to the hotel. We were assigned a room in what appeared to be an older wing. The suite we were assigned to had no air-conditioning and the windows in the bedroom could not be opened. It was very stuffy despite a small fan that was provided. This was contributed by the unusually hot weather we experienced during our time there. The staff were kind enough to relocate us to another room with much better ventilation. The overall standard did pale in comparison to other Scandic hotels we had been to.

The room was a bit small and interior design was simpler. But the views were exceptional. Have to drive about 5 min to the nearest shops/supermarkets. Located close to an amazing waterfall (by driving).

Great location. Helpful front desk staff. Clean and nicely decorated interiors. Excellent breakfast.

We didn't have much time to enjoy this and weather was also not the best.

The most memorable highlight of my trip. Definitely recommended.

Excellent guide who doubled up as photographer. He ensured we had great photos at the main highlight.

No view of beach but the garden were beautiful and wonderful- many wildlife visits every day. Pool was very clean and enjoyable. Options for breakfast was good, the service was great but it was slow.

The staff is very welcoming and helpful. The hot spring is very unique to this hotel.

This lodge is located close to center of town yet set back and quit place. The facility is very clean, functional and cute. The staff is friendly. The breakfast has nice selection of tasty buffets.

Staff were very friendly and helpful. All the facilities were kept clean and garden were beautiful. You have a chance to see many wildlife on the property. Meals were very tasty and has good options.

It was nice to learn and see the mangroves.

It’s a small national park yet has so much to offer to see. The guide was knowledgeable and searched for many creatures that we wished for encountering.

It was extremely fun and adventurous being in a cloud and zipping through the above the canopy.

The night walk was fun and it was really amazing that the guide keep spotting so many creatures.

Guide was fun to talk to and knowledgeable of the nature and plants. We saw many animals and plants. The drinks and snack were provided after the walk and at the farm, which was nice surprise.

It was amazing. It is a once in a lifetime experience.

We enjoyed the visits, the guid provided good information but went off bit too long for kids. Afterwards, shopping at the Villegas and walk back to hotel was great.

Love Nafplio and loved this hotel. Although admittedly, I was a little worried when we got there and saw all the stairs leading up to our room (which fortunately was on the first floor and not the second floor). The restaurant and the people who work at the hotel and restaurant were both great. There is a free public parking lot across the street and if it is full, there is a much larger parking lot (I think t is actually two parts of the same one) down the street. So you will need to walk a short way with your stuff, but it isn't too bad.

This is a very standard business hotel. The rooms are nice and clean but nothing special. But we had two bedrooms, which was fabulous for giving us some space. Although it isn't right in the middle of the action, the pedestrian area is only about a five minute walk away and the harbor slightly further.

"Sweet Home" is a really perfect name for this hotel. The breakfast area decor is adorable (and the food is great), the rooms are comfortable, and the staff are very nice and helpful. The hotel is located on a very narrow street which can be a little nerve-wracking when you have a car and/or your car for hire is trying to get out, but it is also very central and it is easy to walk to things.

Excellent place to relax towards the end of a busy trip that has a swimming pool. The on-site restaurant has good food and a beautiful view.

That this hotel is close to the airport is great. But other than that, it is nothing special. One member of our group commented that it was too bad that that was going to be our last breakfast in Greece as all the other ones had been very good. And unfortunately, the noise is so bad that one of the members of our group only got a couple of hours of sleep.

This place is out of this world. Because it is in a pedestrian area, you'll likely need a driver and/or hotel staff to help you with your things, but the location cannot be beat (so much in walking distance!), our room was amazing, and the staff was phenomenal. Two people in our group feel ill and they were extremely helpful and accommodating in helping us access medical care, get food when we couldn't leave because of a sick kid, and ultimately getting.a slightly late check-out as we recovered. Our room was easiest the largest hotel room that I have ever seen in Europe with a beautiful balcony and view. We hope to return to Chania and will definitely be staying here.

This hotel was so cute. And our "room" (it was actually an apartment) was huge with two couch/beds for our kids, a bedroom for the adults, and a kitchen. It was a little weird driving into the town because it is pretty deserted, but the hotel was more than cute enough to make up for that.

This is a gorgeous site and our guide was great.

This was.a very cool sight to see. I had slightly mixed feelings because Olympia is pretty remote and there isn't anything else in the area, but I'm glad we went.

How had I never heard of Nafplio before? This place is posh without being snobby and a place we absolutely can't wait to return to. Which is sort of funny considering that it was not on our radar at all before we got there and we assumed it was just a necessary stopping place because of where we wanted to go and the amount of driving we wanted to do in a day. The town is beautiful and very walkable. I don't love the public parking situation because it can be hard to find a spot, but at the end of the day, it was worth it.

This was our reason for going to Crete and although it wasn't anyone's top memory at the end of the trip, it was one of the things that we were most excited about in the ~12 months since we started planning the trip. Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful and it was a good tour.

We enjoyed this. Standing inside the tomb mound, in particular, was awe-inspiring. But while the adults would have appreciated the larger ruins if it was just us, with kids who are easily distracted and prone to falling, we were very much on edge and paying more attention to them than the guide.

Lots of cool stuff to see. The theater is amazing, but there is more to the site than just that and we enjoyed learning about how medicine, sport, and the arts all fit together.

This was a lot of fun. We had already spent a couple days in Athens by the time we did it so I was a little worried that there would be too much overlap, but there was hardly any. It was nice that most of it was focused on the modern Athens, but there was still some historical and/or Ancient Greek stuff mixed in.

We ended up not doing this activity because half of our group was sick.

You can't go to Athens and not go to the Acropolis. While it wasn't the highlight of our trip, we enjoyed it and we enjoyed our guide.

Of all of the ruins we saw, these were the best. And the view from the Taverna where we ate dinner before going to the temple was incredible.

The drive was nice and relaxing and it was nice to have someone else drive us! Plus, since we had had the driver a couple days earlier, we already knew her and liked her.

This beach should be on everybody's list of things to do in Chania. The only thing I wish is that we'd had more time there.

Was such a cool experience! Everyone should stay here

Janet was the best guide!!

We loved this cottage stay - unfortunately for us it was only for one night. It truly has motivated us to come back here for a longer stay. The cottage was exceptionally clean and spacious. The restaurant had excellent food and the village is charming!

This is very, very, very nice inn. An old building with character. The staff are super friendly. We had a great time. My daughter LOVED the room we stayed inn -- it really brought out nautical and pirate themes to our dreams! The bathroom was quite newly renovated and nice. The staff was great and extremely friendly. This was a very memorable stay and I will say that I see myself coming to Dartmouth again in my life and I will stay at Bayards Cove Inn!!!

Overall, this was a great stay. The evening views at dinner time looking at the ocean cannot be beat. The staff very very friendly and accomodating.

Excellent service. The staff were very friendly and we enjoyed our stay here. If (when!) I am back in London - I will be coming to Bloomsbury!!

It was a nice sunny day when we visited. The gardens are beautiful. The views are inspiring and the time we spent on St. Michael's mount was great!

After having this guided tour I feel this is the only way to visit a museum!! We met with Alan who is a PhD and has a keen interest and knowledge in early civilizations. The pace was good and we were all engaged the whole time. My 9-year old daughter had a great time and really felt that seeing and hearing the things she did complimented some of the things she has learnt about early civilizations. Truly a great experience!!

Great location. Rooms are simple and have small kitchenette. Includes a nice breakfast brought to your room. There is no elevator. We were on the top floor and it was a haul up 4 flights. Just be prepared for that.

Great location. Great room. Great views. Great pool. Food and beverage situation was disappointing. Food was terrible and though they had a decent wine list, none were available. Was strange. Do not recommend a meal there. Excellent restaurants within an easy walk.

Great location 5 minutes away from the center of Old Town so very quiet but convenient. Restaurant is excellent.

Highlight of our 2 weeks in South Island.

This is a smaller resort, which we really prefer. It is right on the ocean and we had a lovely "tree house” room. It was air conditioned and a very nice room. The staff were amazing and so accommodating. All our guides were great and we got to see a ton of birds and had some incredible snorkeling adventures. We swam with Eagle Rays and Sea Turtles and lots of beautiful fish. It was so much fun. We had all our meals included in our package. They serve very large portions - they don’t want anyone to go hungry. Fortunately, you can order 1/2 portions. We had an amazing time here and would love to come back some day.

This is a more rustic retreat. The rooms are not air conditioned, but they do have very good fans. When we went it was quite humid and hot, but we didn’t mind it too much. We were out doing things during the day and it cooled down a little at night. It was a beautiful setting and we really enjoyed our stay at Blancaneaux Lodge. The staff are so very nice and do everything they can to make your stay wonderful. This is a much smaller retreat which is what we really enjoy. They have their own farm with fresh eggs and produce. The food was very good. There were a number of families here and we really enjoyed connecting with the other guests as well. It was such a lovely place.

If you haven’t and even if you have visited a Mayan ruin before this is a must. Our guide was great and very knowledgeable and we climbed all the way to the top. It was worth the climb for the view. It’s really interesting learning about the Mayan culture and seeing the temples and ruins.

This was a surprisingly wonderful experience. Our guide was terrific and he canoed us a long way into the cave with all this history. He was very knowledgeable and we were very lucky to be the only ones there at this time. We were told that rarely happens. I don’t know that it would have been very enjoyable if it was crowded - part of what made it so nice was that we were alone and could take our time looking at the artifacts and learn about what was found inside this cave. We really enjoyed this adventure.

You really must at least go snorkeling here. The reef is teaming with ocean life and it was so beautiful. Our guides were really great and knowledgeable. We had such a great time snorkeling.