Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Costa Rica Highlights
Costa Rica | Jul 20 - Jul 27, 2022

Albert
Albert C.
Sunnyvale, CA | Reviewed on Jul 29, 2022
Alfredo was our tour guide for 1968 Arenal Park. He was amazingly knowledgeable and great to hike with. I wish we could have taken more tours with him. Andy (Andres) was our guide for the night hike and guided hike in Monteverde through ForestAlive. He was a super interesting character and I loved our experiences with him. Very knowledgeable, cool gadgets, and a very interesting discussion around life, spirituality, and nature. Nayara resort was the best hotel I've ever stayed at. It... Read more

Alfredo was our tour guide for 1968 Arenal Park. He was amazingly knowledgeable and great to hike with. I wish we could have taken more tours with him.

Andy (Andres) was our guide for the night hike and guided hike in Monteverde through ForestAlive. He was a super interesting character and I loved our experiences with him. Very knowledgeable, cool gadgets, and a very interesting discussion around life, spirituality, and nature.

Nayara resort was the best hotel I've ever stayed at. It was an amazing experience and the quality of service, food, environment, etc was top notch. I wish I could have stayed for longer.

Hotel Reviews
Senda Monteverde Hotel
Monteverde
Authenticity & Character
Location
Very walkable.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nayara Hotel Spa and Gardens
Fortuna

Hands down the best resort/hotel I've stayed at. In a word, impeccable.

Authenticity & Character
Location
A little out of the way, but most everything you'd need is on site anyway.
Staff
Everyone was so friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casitas Tenorio
Upala, Alajuela
Authenticity & Character
Staff was great, breakfast was great. Cabin was super cool design wise. They fed the animals at breakfast which was a neat little show.
Location
It was pretty close to "downtown" but required driving up a unpaved road. Was not walkable.
Staff
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Activity Reviews
Rio Celeste & Tenorio Volcano Guided Rainforest Hike
Rio Celeste & Tenorio Volcano Guided Rainforest Hike
Costa Rica

The overall hike was nice, but our specific experience was not amazing. Our guide was a no-show due to some sort of misunderstanding (presumably). We had to pay for parking at the main lot since our guide wasn't there to tell us to park in their private lot. It was rainy, so the river was not blue like in the pictures (but that's just luck of the draw). The guide who did jump in to help us was pretty good, but the ending of the hike was a bit awkward while we waited around to figure out payment (basically fact checking that we had pre-paid).

Quality of Experience
The river, in the sunlight, would have been very pretty.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Oscar, our impromptu guide was pretty okay, but the fact that our real guide didn't show up was awful.
Tabacón Hot Springs & Dinner
Tabacón Hot Springs & Dinner
Arenal/La Fortuna

We stayed at a resort that did have hotsprings, so although Tabacon had a gimmick of the river hotspring, it was not worth it for us. It was crowded, the pools were very shallow, the natural rock was painful, and the man-made pools even more painful. They charge a deposit for towels, so you have to worry about people walking off with your towel and owing money at the end.

Quality of Experience
Food
Options were somewhat limited (set menu). Food was good, but the reservation timing was awkward.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Costa Rica

It was good, but very touristy. The handmaking of the various products was an interesting experience, but overall it wasn't the kind of thing we typically do.

Quality of Experience
Smaller groups, more authenticity.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Staff and guides were all very nice. No complaints here.
Cloud Forest Reserve Privately Guided Hike
Cloud Forest Reserve Privately Guided Hike
Monteverde

Andy was great. Super interesting to talk to and very knowledgeable about the forest and animals, cameras and photo techniques, and just life in general. Very attentive to our questions and desires.

Quality of Experience
Everything was great.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Andy was an amazing guide.
Transport
Night Hike in the Forest
Night Hike in the Forest
Arenal/La Fortuna

Our guide Andy was great. We saw some interesting things, got to play with cool gadgets like infrared cameras, night vision goggles and UV lights.

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Canopy Zipline Tour
Canopy Zipline Tour
Costa Rica

Roy and Ebi were great guides. It was a fun experience, never felt like we were in any danger. Great views and very exciting.

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Private Guided Hike in Arenal Volcano Park 1968
Private Guided Hike in Arenal Volcano Park 1968
Arenal/La Fortuna

Alfredo was a really great guide. He was very knowledgeable and very fun to talk to. I would have taken more tours with him if I could have. We ended up going over on time because Alfredo would give such detailed and interesting answers to the questions we asked. The park itself was very cool and pretty. A lot of interesting history here that isn't just generic "this is a jungle hike."

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Lost Canyon Waterfalls & Rappelling Adventure
Lost Canyon Waterfalls & Rappelling Adventure
Arenal/La Fortuna

It was really fun but a little bit dangerous. The rocks were slippery and if you don't have good balance you can easily trip. The rappelling was not inherently dangerous, but I did tweak my arm coming down one of the waterfalls. Our guide Roy was fun to work with. I didn't realize how wet we would be getting and should have worn different clothes.

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It was delayed by 20 minutes or so. Couldn't leave stuff on the bus either.
Local specialist: Charlotte Törnqvist
Charlotte
Charlotte Törnqvist
Local specialist in Turrialba, Costa Rica | Replied on Aug 16, 2022

Hi Albert,

I am glad to know you enjoyed your Costa Rica trip so much.

Thank you for your insight, and for taking the time to rate the services we included in your package, that is very valuable to us.

We hope you'll come back soon.

Kind Regards,
Charlotte

Raquel was the most amazing travel consultant...
Spain | Jul 15 - Jul 23, 2022

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Leslie R.
Willow Grove, PA | Reviewed on Jul 29, 2022
Raquel was the most amazing travel consultant. She took care of absolutely every detail, many that we didn't even think of ourselves, to make our trip run smoothly. The private tours with Sarah and Clara were perfect and the sunset cruise on Mallorca was wonderful. Raquel kept in touch with us throughout our trip via What's App and helped us with dinner reservations and late check out in Seville and cabs into Soller. She was indispensible! Read more

Raquel was the most amazing travel consultant. She took care of absolutely every detail, many that we didn't even think of ourselves, to make our trip run smoothly. The private tours with Sarah and Clara were perfect and the sunset cruise on Mallorca was wonderful. Raquel kept in touch with us throughout our trip via What's App and helped us with dinner reservations and late check out in Seville and cabs into Soller. She was indispensible!

Hotel Reviews
Sa Tanqueta de Fornalutx—Adults Only
Fornalutx

Sa Tanqueta is beautiful, relaxing, spacious, accommodating.....I can't say enough good things about it. We can't wait until we can return!

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful buildings, plantings, decor.
Location
It was great to be up in the mountains, away from the crowds of Palma.
Staff
Everyone was super friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Soho Boutique Catedral
Seville

This hotel is in a perfect location to hit all of the hot spots of Seville. The breakfast buffet is extensive and the hotel management are very accommodating. We really enjoyed our stay.

Authenticity & Character
This is a nicely appointed hotel, very urban and chic.
Location
Perfect location for visiting the cathedral, palace, and other important sites.
Staff
Very helpful and accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Madrid Marriott Auditorium Hotel & Conference Center
Madrid

This hotel served it's purpose for us as a place to stay near the airport so we could more easily make our early morning flight home. I strenuously object to their "free airport shuttle". It is first come, first served. The hotel houses about 800 guests, yet their shuttles (which run only every half hour) carry about 25 people at maximum. When the shuttle is at maximum it is extremely unsafe as there are enough seats for about 12 people and luggage. That means that the other thirteen people are standing in the aisles with suitcases piled up 4 and 5 high. It was awful! I don't understand how Marriott could condone such a practice in a hotel that caters to the airport trade.

Authenticity & Character
It's a huge Marriott, very impersonal
Location
Good for accessing the airport
Staff
The check-in people were pretty cold, not at all helpful as far as how to get on the shuttle. The breakfast people and luggage storage people were friendlier.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Free day in Seville
Free day in Seville
Seville

Always nice to explore on your own. Our guide from the previous day, Clara, gave us some great suggestions.

Sevilla tapas and flamenco tour
Sevilla tapas and flamenco tour
Seville

Clara, our guide, went above and beyond, stopping the taxi to show us a local religious parade and taking us to another interesting part of the city before the actual tour. The flamenco dancing was really interesting and beautiful in a small, intimate setting and the tapas were varied and delicious.

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Private sailing Mallorca
Private sailing Mallorca
Mallorca

Our captain was very skilled, the boat was clean and comfortable, the trip was great.

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Seville highlights tour
Seville highlights tour
Seville

Clara had all of the tickets and knew exactly how to tour the highlights. She is very knowledgeable and made everything interesting.

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Daytrip to Palma, Deia and Valldemossa
Daytrip to Palma, Deia and Valldemossa
Mallorca

Our guide, Sara, was wonderful. She knows so much about the island and how to get around. She geared the entire tour around our needs and capabilities and we enjoyed every minute!

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Free time in Mallorca
Free time in Mallorca
Mallorca

Always nice to explore on your own.

Local specialist: Raquel Ferriol
Raquel
Raquel Ferriol
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Aug 01, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words Leslie,
It really was a pleasure to host your family, and an even greater pleasure to be able to meet you in person- We couldn't keep fondest memories of your time with us!
I specially appreciate your feedback about hotel Marriott Auditorium- this type of large impersonal airport hotels aren't my cup of tea either, but sometimes (very late arrivals and early airport departures) they seem to be more convenient than other alternatives- However, we always... Read more

Thank you so much for your kind words Leslie,
It really was a pleasure to host your family, and an even greater pleasure to be able to meet you in person- We couldn't keep fondest memories of your time with us!

I specially appreciate your feedback about hotel Marriott Auditorium- this type of large impersonal airport hotels aren't my cup of tea either, but sometimes (very late arrivals and early airport departures) they seem to be more convenient than other alternatives- However, we always try to keep a standard, and the service that you mention- specially related to the shuttle service- does not meet it- which means that we'll be looking for other alternatives in the future.

Thank you again, for your time, your kindness and for trusting us with your trip- I'd love to meet you all again sometime in the future

My best,

Raquel

Just got back from our 12-day trip to Italy, ...
Italy | Jul 15 - Jul 25, 2022

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H. Jennings S.
Waco, TX | Reviewed on Jul 29, 2022
Just got back from our 12-day trip to Italy, and we could not be more pleased with all that Jessica arranged. I have to say, I was a bit nervous planning and paying someone online having never spoken to them on the phone, but everything was exactly like she stated it would be. Jessica did a fantastic job on many levels. To begin with, she really listened to what we wanted and the rhythm in which we wanted the trip to take. The places in which she chose for us and our accommodations were... Read more

Just got back from our 12-day trip to Italy, and we could not be more pleased with all that Jessica arranged. I have to say, I was a bit nervous planning and paying someone online having never spoken to them on the phone, but everything was exactly like she stated it would be. Jessica did a fantastic job on many levels. To begin with, she really listened to what we wanted and the rhythm in which we wanted the trip to take. The places in which she chose for us and our accommodations were incredible, and what I found to be one of the most impressive parts of the vacation. The accommodations added and helped make the experience, as opposed to just being a place to stay. She also checked in with us daily to make sure we were enjoying our time or had made it okay to our destination. Twice, we had a last-minute change of plans and needs, and Jessica was on it, and made sure we had the needed transportation and ability to get where we needed to go.

Hotel Reviews
Al Palazzo del Marchese di Camugliano
Florence

Out of our 12 days in Italy, Florence was my family's favorite place to visit and a lot of it had t do with staying at the Al Palazzo del Marchese di Camugliano. The staff and setting were incredible. Having breakfast in the garden and the late-night glass of wine over cards made it one of our favorites.

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La Torretta
Manarola

The view from our balcony made this one of our favorites of our 12-days in Italy. Most nights we opted to have dinner on the balcony. The staff was always eager to please and accommodating. The breakfast was delicious, complete with the freshest of fruits. Easy to access the train station and absolutely beautiful setting of vineyards and town if you choose to rest and enjoy.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Always there to meet your needs.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Private Day Tour from Florence to the Jewels of Tuscany
Private Day Tour from Florence to the Jewels of Tuscany
Italy

What can I say? The car was immaculate. Massimo was incredible. Very accommodating and full of information regarding the region and towns, with plenty of suggestions of what to do. He even had printed maps--two for each family highlighting the areas we should check out, complete with bathrooms marked for convenience. His communication regarding pick up and checking on us regularly to make sure we didn't have any questions.

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Local specialist: Jessica Proietti
Jessica
Jessica Proietti
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Aug 01, 2022

Dear Jennings,

thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure that you and your group enjoyed your time in Italy. We know how important your accommodations are in order to appreciate the destination at its best. To us, a hotel needs to be your second home and a concierge has to be like a friend. We love Italy and we are committed to share the soul of our Belpaese.

Arrivederci and thank you again!
Jessica

Great Experience in Croatia
Croatia | Jul 14 - Jul 25, 2022

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David K.
Springfield, MA | Reviewed on Jul 29, 2022
We had a terrific experience in Croatia! Antonia was a fabulous planner and had great expertise to share. She was patient, thoughtful, creative and put together a great combination of places and activities that hit the spot. From Dubrovnik to Hvar to Montovun, we loved seeing all of Croatia, tasting different foods, experiencing small villages and large towns, and learning about the history of the country and its people. I totally recommend Antonia and visiting Croatia!! Read more

We had a terrific experience in Croatia! Antonia was a fabulous planner and had great expertise to share. She was patient, thoughtful, creative and put together a great combination of places and activities that hit the spot. From Dubrovnik to Hvar to Montovun, we loved seeing all of Croatia, tasting different foods, experiencing small villages and large towns, and learning about the history of the country and its people. I totally recommend Antonia and visiting Croatia!!

Activity Reviews
Private Full Day Boat Tour to Blue Cave & Pakleni Islands
Private Full Day Boat Tour to Blue Cave & Pakleni Islands
Croatia

Wonderful time visiting the blue cave and Pakleni Islands. Dominic, our guide, was fantastic and brought us to some off the beaten path areas to swim and for lunch. Loved It!

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Truffle hunting in Motovun
Truffle hunting in Motovun
Motovun

Great time truffle hunting. We learned a ton and the hosts were so hospitable and generous with lunch they served - delivious!

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Hvar Half-Day Private Island Tour (Morning)
Hvar Half-Day Private Island Tour (Morning)
Croatia

Loved Our tour with Grgo! He had amazing insights and stories and the wine we tasted was fantastic. Highly recommend.

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Food
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Private Walking Tour of Rovinj
Private Walking Tour of Rovinj
Croatia

Really interesting town and worth a visit. We loved the village and the walking tour was helpful. Glad we went here.

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Local specialist: Antonia Šutić Ljuština
Antonia
Antonia Šutić Ljuština
Local specialist in Zagreb, Croatia | Replied on Aug 01, 2022

Hi David, thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was great hosting your group in Croatia. Sending you best wishes from Zagreb,
Antonia

When I think of a tour, I think I’m paying so...
Norway | Jul 19 - Jul 28, 2022

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Anne L.
Fountain Valley, CA | Reviewed on Jul 29, 2022
When I think of a tour, I think I’m paying someone to do for me what I don’t have to do myself. At each leg of this trip we were left wondering and scrambling, causing a lot of anxiety. For example, the itinerary would say the name of the hotel but not tell us how to get there or even if it was walking distance In one town we paid $50 just to taxi ( the only option) back and forth from the bus. Other towns told us to meet somewhere but didn’t indicate if it was an address or a place.... Read more

When I think of a tour, I think I’m paying someone to do for me what I don’t have to do myself. At each leg of this trip we were left wondering and scrambling, causing a lot of anxiety. For example, the itinerary would say the name of the hotel but not tell us how to get there or even if it was walking distance In one town we paid $50 just to taxi ( the only option) back and forth from the bus. Other towns told us to meet somewhere but didn’t indicate if it was an address or a place. That meant each night I’d have to go over the itinerary and figure out the next day with a map in hand. It was stressful. This happened in nearly every location. When we ran into hiccups our local specialist offered sympathy or wasn’t available. Finally there were four things “included” on our itinerary that were not included.— our trips to and from the airports and the excursion to Rosendal with lunch. Very disappointed. I will pursue compensation.

Hotel Reviews
Zander K Hotel
Bergen
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Trolltunga Hotel
Odda
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri
Aurland
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Thon Hotel Opera
Oslo
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Short Hike with a Local in Bergen
Short Hike with a Local in Bergen
Bergen
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Norway

This felt like a ferry cruise, nothing spectacular. Trish said Rosendal wasn’t included and yet you are including it here. Please advise.

Guided Hike to Trolltunga
Guided Hike to Trolltunga
Norway
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Local specialist: Tricia Cantlon
Tricia
Tricia Cantlon
Local specialist in Oslo | Replied on Aug 04, 2022
Anne, I'm so very saddened and surprised to learn that you felt scrambled during the trip! I truly did my best to offer support as quickly as possible and answer your questions when we chatted regularly throughout your journey. The emergency phone is a great resource for these rough moments; we always have an on-call specialist for urgent or unexpected situations. I take my work personally because I love sharing my home and creating memories for people from all over the world. I'm very... Read more

Anne, I'm so very saddened and surprised to learn that you felt scrambled during the trip! I truly did my best to offer support as quickly as possible and answer your questions when we chatted regularly throughout your journey. The emergency phone is a great resource for these rough moments; we always have an on-call specialist for urgent or unexpected situations.

I take my work personally because I love sharing my home and creating memories for people from all over the world. I'm very sorry that my impact was not a positive one in this case. I really appreciate your feedback and will carry it with me.

Don’t Hesitate to Book with Tasos at Travel12 and KimKim
Greece | Jul 21 - Jul 28, 2022

Diana
Diana C.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 29, 2022
There is absolutely nothing bad I could say about my whole experience with booking this trip through KimKim and Travel12. Everything was EXCEPTIONAL. My trip was initially postponed because of Covid and then a personal emergency caused really last minute re-bookings and changes to my itinerary. In all the shuffling and change requests, Tasos and his team did not miss a beat nor did they steer me wrong. They guided me fully and I honestly felt truly looked after. I gave Tasos the... Read more

There is absolutely nothing bad I could say about my whole experience with booking this trip through KimKim and Travel12. Everything was EXCEPTIONAL.

My trip was initially postponed because of Covid and then a personal emergency caused really last minute re-bookings and changes to my itinerary. In all the shuffling and change requests, Tasos and his team did not miss a beat nor did they steer me wrong. They guided me fully and I honestly felt truly looked after. I gave Tasos the specifics of what I needed and I got that and more. So if you truly are honest about what you want, you will not be disappointed. Tasos and his team will likely even exceed your expectations!

My accommodations, transfers and even the various versions of my tours/itinerary were carefully detailed and perfectly thought out. The places we stayed, tours/transfers we did, were simply fabulous.

Every question or concern I had was addressed in a timely manner and I felt they genuinely cared about my situation and particularities.

I experienced just a taste of Greece this time and I will not hesitate to use Tasos again for my next trip!

Hotel Reviews
Lithies Traditional Homes
Thíra

The Lithies homes are not only well located and splendid to stay in, you also have a wonderful team of people looking after you during your stay. Maria, Sonny and Adda (not sure I spelled her name correct) are always available and just make you feel at home. This accommodation has captured my heart and it is not just because of the location, but because of the feeling you get when you stay there.

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Sweet Home Hotel
Athens

This hotel was well located with a lovely breakfast and nice accommodation for our family of 3. Staff (Alexia and Dina) were lovely as well, always ensuring we were ok with anything from breakfast to maps and whatever else we needed.

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Local specialist: Tasos Mylonas

The splendors of Iceland are amazing!!!
Iceland | Jul 15 - Jul 22, 2022

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Kelli M.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jul 29, 2022
We just returned from our second amazing trip to Iceland using KimKim as our trip planner. Janel, our local specialist was very attentive to our wishes to make this a fantastic trip for our family with two teen boys and she delivered. We spent most of our trip in North and West Iceland and enjoyed so many splendors of the country including a spectacular whale watching trip and coastal horse tour out of Husavik, to visiting several of Iceland’s finest hot springs, waterfalls and epic scenic... Read more

We just returned from our second amazing trip to Iceland using KimKim as our trip planner. Janel, our local specialist was very attentive to our wishes to make this a fantastic trip for our family with two teen boys and she delivered. We spent most of our trip in North and West Iceland and enjoyed so many splendors of the country including a spectacular whale watching trip and coastal horse tour out of Husavik, to visiting several of Iceland’s finest hot springs, waterfalls and epic scenic drives. We ate great food along the way and many of the recommended restaurants and while we mostly stayed in hotels, we enjoyed our one night stay in a adorable seaside house rental in Borgir. We couldn’t have asked for a better return trip and can’t wait to return again to explore the Westfjords someday!

Local specialist: Janel Doyle
Janel
Janel Doyle
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Jul 29, 2022

It was so lovely to help plan this amazing trip with you! Please reach out when you want to travel to Iceland again - maybe the West Fjords?

Quito and the Galapagos - with Daniel This w...
Galapagos Islands | Jul 13 - Jul 27, 2022

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Leslie D.
Woodburn, OR | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2022
Quito and the Galapagos - with Daniel
This was our first time using Kimkim and we were so impressed. Our local specialist was so helpful from the beginning to the very end of our vacation. His recommendations provided us with all of the highlights and were perfect for our adventurous and nature-loving family of 5 (kids 9, 12, 15). We enjoyed snorkeling daily with playful sea lions and sea turtles. One of our best days was visiting the beautiful uninhabited island of Española were we saw...
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Quito and the Galapagos - with Daniel
This was our first time using Kimkim and we were so impressed. Our local specialist was so helpful from the beginning to the very end of our vacation. His recommendations provided us with all of the highlights and were perfect for our adventurous and nature-loving family of 5 (kids 9, 12, 15). We enjoyed snorkeling daily with playful sea lions and sea turtles. One of our best days was visiting the beautiful uninhabited island of Española were we saw newborn sea lion pups and blue footed booby chicks and families of Albatross.
During our stay in Quito, we did day trips to Mindo which was one of our favorite places with the butterfly garden, bird watching and ziplining.
Daniel was quickly responsive with any questions we had and regularly checked in to make sure everything was going smoothly. The airport and boat transfers were seamless. We always had a guide waiting for us when disembarking, insuring we had no moments of feeling lost in a foreign country.
I would absolutely use Kimkim again to plan our next adventure.

Hotel Review
Kitu Hotel
Quito

The staff at Kitu were so welcoming and kind. Our room was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was conveniently located in the attached restaurant , and on days we had early pick ups, they were kind enough to provide a bagged meal for us. We would definitely stay there again when visiting Quito

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Close to town, markets and restaurants
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Activity Reviews
Excursion to Los Túneles
Excursion to Los Túneles
Galapagos Islands

Our guide Darwin was phenomenal. He was so knowledgeable and great with our kids (ages 9, 12 and 15). We loved seeing all of the animals while snorkeling and on land

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Colonial Quito City Tour & Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World) Monument
Colonial Quito City Tour & Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World) Monument
Quito

Our guide Cristian was absolutely amazing. He was so knowledgeable and accommodating.

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Expedition to Mindo Cloud Forest
Expedition to Mindo Cloud Forest
Quito

We fell in love with Mindo! The variety of birds and butterflies were phenomenal. We also loved being able to see every stage of butterfly development from egg to hatching from their cocoons.

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Embracing Nature: Discovering Wildlife on Española Island
Embracing Nature: Discovering Wildlife on Española Island
Isla San Cristóbal

This was the highlight of our trip to the Galapagos! We felt like we were right in an episode of National Geographic. We arrived to the beach to see newborn sea lion pups. We saw nesting blue footed boobies and albatrosses. We snorkeled with playful sea lions. Absolutely incredible experience

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Local specialist: Daniel Larrea
Daniel
Daniel Larrea
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jul 29, 2022

Hola Leslie!!!
Aaah thank you all for such amazing comments and great vibes!
I am so glad that everything went well for you and that you were able to encounter so many amazing things. Sea Lion Pups are just too much!
Thank you for trusting me for the planning of such an important trip! I really with you and your family the best vibes ever. And if you ever wish to come back to Ecuador, hit me up!
As always, I will be more than happy to help you out!
Best regards from your local friend at the middle of the world,
Daniel :)

Wow! Great travel solution for busy people!
Costa Rica | Jul 19 - Jul 27, 2022

Christine
Christine C.
Berkeley, CA | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2022
Wow! Back when we were younger, we used to put everything together ourselves when we traveled but this time we were traveling with another family and did not want to drive ourselves around. We also didn't have time to do all the research that we used to have before kids. Brittany and KimKim made this trip possible. Brittany and her team was fantastic and patient when it came to answering our questions. The website interface was pretty good and intuitive, though there was a bug where... Read more

Wow! Back when we were younger, we used to put everything together ourselves when we traveled but this time we were traveling with another family and did not want to drive ourselves around. We also didn't have time to do all the research that we used to have before kids. Brittany and KimKim made this trip possible.

Brittany and her team was fantastic and patient when it came to answering our questions. The website interface was pretty good and intuitive, though there was a bug where the changes I made to the schedule wouldn't "stick." Brittany found a workaround quickly. When we made scheduling choices that wouldn't work given the rain season, we got good advice for making better choices.

Because I had never used KimKim before, I did a bit of homework to check the KimKim prices vs. the prices offered by the tours on their own websites. In some cases, the tours were less expensive through KimKim, some the same price, and some about $10 more, but absolutely worth it to not have to do the coordinating ourselves. All in all, it would have cost us about the same to do it ourselves but it would have taken us a lot more time to do it ourselves.

KimKim offered many price points for accommodations except for the last location, since it was the most expensive area and not a fault of KimKim. Since we paid so little for accommodation earlier, we were able to splurge for this last location. Even with the lowest-priced accommodation, the splurge was luxurious and worth every penny. We never, ever would have booked a resort in the past but this was really great for families.

Every tour operator, driver, and guide that KimKim worked with were helpful, punctual, flexible, knowledgeable, and phenomenal. There was only one tour guide we didn't think was exceptional and that was the only tour guide that KimKim wasn't responsible for booking. I am looking forward to working with them again!

Hotel Reviews
Parador Nature Resort & Spa
Manuel Antonio

We don't usually spring for resorts but it was the most reasonably priced option that we saw. I'm glad we did it! The rooms were immaculate and top-notch. Reception and guest services was super helpful for a huge variety of questions. Breakfast was great. Pool is great. Staff are great. Kids loved the pool table. It was generally very kid friendly. We saw a sloth on our first day!

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Hotel Kokoro Mineral Hot Springs
La Fortuna

I was glad to be isolated from the busy town. The trees and view of the volcano are magnificent. Even on our first day, we saw so many different birds and wildlife! The pool and the springs were a hit with the kids. The delicious food in the restaurant was very reasonably priced and my kid won't stop talking about their fish fingers. The staff is super helpful and flexible, and was always helpful with tours and accommodations. They even made to-go breakfasts for us in the mornings we'd leave too early for the included breakfasts! I appreciated the opportunity to have laundry done for about $8. The rooms were spacious and simple, but we didn't need more than that. It was great!

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Arco Iris Lodge
Santa Elena

We saw lots of critters here! Monkeys, agouti, and the resident dogs and cat are a hoot. Great location right in town and close to restaurants (we liked Legado Monteverde, esp. the seafood plancha with Peruvian sauce). Breakfast buffet was delicious and varied. The rooms were clean and thoughtfully laid-out. Our suite was perfect for a family. Lots of hanging hammock chairs for the kids to mess around outside. Staff was helpful, especially Laura. Highly recommend!

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Activity Reviews
Horseback Riding Costa Rica - All Day Cowboy Ride
Horseback Riding Costa Rica - All Day Cowboy Ride
Monteverde

Wow! We have done a bunch of riding tours in other places so I was expecting more of the same, but just for longer. We signed up for the whole day and I am so grateful! We learned a ton from Marvin about horses and it is so clear he loves them. They are so cared for and responsive, the easiest horse I have ever ridden—speaking as someone who only does 1-2 hour trail rides with a lifetime total of 10 rides and doesn’t consider themself a rider. Our kids have probably done 5 lifetime rides and they did great. I enjoyed the western style of riding (felt easier on my knees) and the horses didn’t have to wear bits. Marvin had lots of gentle and useful reminders for riding, and his English is much better than he gives himself credit for. The scenery was phenomenal and easier to absorb than on a zip line. The lunch was delicious and filling, nicely accounting for our pescatarian diets. We had time for the kids to scramble around and in a stream and the number of butterflies we saw verged on ridiculous. We were on the horses for almost 5 hours and we will be sore tomorrow for sure but everyone agrees it was worth it, even the kids. Advice? He will provide ponchos if you don’t have any (rain jackets are insufficient for keeping the saddles dry) and you don’t need to bring water because he will pack it. Bring stuff you can wear into the stream, or at least enough to stick your legs in. I probably should have worn jeans but I wanted to pack light, oops. I don’t wear contacts often but did for this trip and I am glad because some parts were very bumpy and my glasses would have fallen off. Definitely a highlight of our trip and we won’t ever forget this!

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Venado Cave Spelunking & Exploring
Venado Cave Spelunking & Exploring
Arenal/La Fortuna

We've been on lava tube tours and other limestone cave tours in the US but this one blew them all away! Part of this was the structure of the tour and the cave setting (no guided trails) but a huge part of this was our guide. Marcus knew so, so much about everything. Seriously, I don't know if he has an advanced biology or botany degree or what. We mentioned not having seen a sloth yet (we were only 2 days into our trip) and not 3 minutes after we mentioned this, he located a sloth in the trees on the way there! He stopped the van, got us all out to look with his monocular telescope, let us ask questions and take photos, loaded us back into the van, and then found another one! That was even before we got to the cave. Marcus was great with our varying ranges of ages, fitness, and confidence going into this amazing adventure. We learned so much about the critters and the geology. He was encouraging and friendly, patient and passionate. We did this early in the trip and we knew right afterwards that topping this experience would be hard!

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Local specialist:

Excellent
Costa Rica | Jul 9 - Jul 17, 2022

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Christie F.
Hickory, NC | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2022
I was honesty very skeptical about using KimKim because I simply discovered it while researching online but I could not have been more pleased! Everything worked out perfectly. All of our stays were amazing. The drivers were excellent and never late. I highly recommend them. Read more

I was honesty very skeptical about using KimKim because I simply discovered it while researching online but I could not have been more pleased! Everything worked out perfectly. All of our stays were amazing. The drivers were excellent and never late. I highly recommend them.

Hotel Review
Hotel Linda Vista
El Castillo de La Fortuna

This view is amazing.

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Location
The view
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Great service
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Local specialist:

We love our trip to Greece. We visited Athens...
Greece | Jul 10 - Jul 21, 2022

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Ingenie D.
Curaçao | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2022
We love our trip to Greece. We visited Athens, Naxos and Santorini in 12 days. Amalia prepared the personalized program. It was really an amazing trip, highlighting Ancient Greece, touring Athens and the islands and the culinary side of Greece. At the same time we had sufficient free time for shopping with our teenager’s or relax and enjoy the beaches on the island. Read more

We love our trip to Greece. We visited Athens, Naxos and Santorini in 12 days. Amalia prepared the personalized program. It was really an amazing trip, highlighting Ancient Greece, touring Athens and the islands and the culinary side of Greece. At the same time we had sufficient free time for shopping with our teenager’s or relax and enjoy the beaches on the island.

Activity Reviews
 The Acropolis & Ancient Greek Mythology & Museum Tour
The Acropolis & Ancient Greek Mythology & Museum Tour
Athens
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Athens Food Walking Tour
Athens Food Walking Tour
Athens

Very interesting, a must if you want to learn more about the culinary side of Greece

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Welcome to Naxos
Welcome to Naxos
Naxos
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Exploring the island of Santorini
Exploring the island of Santorini
Santorini
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Santorini Cooking Class
Santorini Cooking Class
Santorini
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Local specialist: Amalia Symvoulidou
Amalia
Amalia Symvoulidou
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Jul 28, 2022

Dear Ingenie,
I'm so glad that you enjoyed your vacation in Greece😊
It was such a pleasure speaking with you and organizing together a wonderful trip for you and your family!
I wish you safe travels and look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Warm wishes,
Amalia

Everyone was incredibly friendly, punctual an...
Italy | Jul 10 - Jul 15, 2022

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Jennifer N.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2022
Everyone was incredibly friendly, punctual and helpful! It made for a very smooth and seamless trip experience! Would definitely recommend Read more

Everyone was incredibly friendly, punctual and helpful! It made for a very smooth and seamless trip experience! Would definitely recommend

Hotel Review
Hotel Villa Flori - Lario Hotels
Como

The staff was incredibly helpful in advance when emailing to try and find a special celebratory restaurant and also helped set up a private driver. The rooms were spacious and clean.

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Right on the lake
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Monica Pellizzari
Monica
Monica Pellizzari
Local specialist in Florence and Venice | Replied on Jul 29, 2022

Ciao Jennifer,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent review about your trip to Italy. It was a pleasure planning your family trip, and thank you for sharing your pics: they're all amazing!!!
I wish you all the best, and I'm looking forward to welcoming you to Italy again! Ciao!

This trip was amazing! Simon did such a grea...
France | Jul 12 - Jul 21, 2022

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ANNE N.
West Bloomfield Township, MI | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2022
This trip was amazing! Simon did such a great job in knowing exactly what to plan. In Paris, our dinner cruise on the Seine was outstanding -one of our favorite meals by far! Our tour of the Eiffel Tour at sunset was awesome and our tour guide Christina was so interesting, fun and knowledgeable. Our family of 5 became pastry chefs and created delicious macaroons which was so fun, but planning this on Bastille Day made travel to the kitchen a challenge;( Our hotel was great. The staff was... Read more

This trip was amazing! Simon did such a great job in knowing exactly what to plan. In Paris, our dinner cruise on the Seine was outstanding -one of our favorite meals by far! Our tour of the Eiffel Tour at sunset was awesome and our tour guide Christina was so interesting, fun and knowledgeable. Our family of 5 became pastry chefs and created delicious macaroons which was so fun, but planning this on Bastille Day made travel to the kitchen a challenge;( Our hotel was great. The staff was so wonderful and the accommodations were superb at Hotel Bourdonnais- we would highly recommend!!!

On to the South of France via train. We wish we were given better insight on how these trains work. Our destination was Aix de Provence-but at the train station we did not know which train was which because this train was traveling to Marsailles and I am not sure how we would know that without speaking to someone that could speak english. Another bit of advise- have your luggage ready to leave the train ahead-the stops are very quick!

Aix de Provence was amazing. Our dinner at Jardin Mazarin was delicious and the restaurant was very pretty! The highlights was our trip with Pierre to all the villages - this was so worth it. Our Chef Giles adventure in picking put ingredients, visiting a winery and preparing and eating a masterpiece was an amazing experience.

J'adore France - Merci mon ami!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel La Bourdonnais - Tour Eiffel
Paris

Amazing people that work there ! So accommodating and beautiful accommodations. Great breakfast and delicious pastries. We would stay here again for sure.

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Location
so close to the Eiffle Tower
Staff
great people that were so helpful
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everything was clean all the time;)
Aparthotel Adagio Aix en Provence Centre
Aix-en-Provence

Great location to stay and tour. Offers laundry and great space. I didn't understand a cleaning fee or paying for new towels. I enjoyed the people that worked there. They were very nice;)

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Novotel Suites Paris CDG Airport
Roissy-en-France

so close to our gate! EASY and very nice lodging to make our flight on time

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Activity Reviews
Versailles Palace & Gardens Half-day Guided Tour from Paris - small group
Versailles Palace & Gardens Half-day Guided Tour from Paris - small group
Paris

This was not a guided tour- it was a ride.

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air was not great
Paris Dinner Cruise
Paris Dinner Cruise
Paris

awesome dinner and entertainment! Great service.

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you will not leave hungry!
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Macarons class
Macarons class
Paris

I was excited to learn and enjoyed it! I felt bad we were very late because we had t find a ride and it was far. On Bastille day you can not travel anywhere.

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(DU) Evening Eiffel Tower Private Tour + tickets
(DU) Evening Eiffel Tower Private Tour + tickets
Paris

This was amazing. Our guide Christine was fabulous !

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so close to our hotel we walked.
Luberon Markets and Villages small-group guided tour
Luberon Markets and Villages small-group guided tour
Aix-en-Provence

Our guide, Pierre was amazing and so knowledgeable. we will never forget these visits.

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everything
Provençal Cooking Class in Aix-en-Provence
Provençal Cooking Class in Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence

what an amazing experience to learn of an actual day in a life of a resident. Our Chef did amazing in including us, showing us, and creating masterpieces. I loved going to his home and sharing in our creations.

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Local specialist: Simon Hardy

Northern France Loop
France | Jul 10 - Jul 21, 2022

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Justin W.
Anaheim, CA | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2022
Absolutely had a great trip, from the moment we arrived in Paris we were on the move. Paris was great and we got to see everything on our itinerary (Catacombs, Eiffel Tower, Seine Cruise). Seine Cruise was highlight of the first day as we took the boat in the evening and got to see all the local Parisians out on the banks enjoying a chat as well as the restaurants and bars going live. Veronique, our host in the Loire Valley B&B LeMoulin du Bourg, doubled as our tour guide as well, she was... Read more

Absolutely had a great trip, from the moment we arrived in Paris we were on the move. Paris was great and we got to see everything on our itinerary (Catacombs, Eiffel Tower, Seine Cruise). Seine Cruise was highlight of the first day as we took the boat in the evening and got to see all the local Parisians out on the banks enjoying a chat as well as the restaurants and bars going live. Veronique, our host in the Loire Valley B&B LeMoulin du Bourg, doubled as our tour guide as well, she was an awesome host and the B&B was lovely. We were able to experience a local Bastille Day festival in the town which was a once in a lifetime experience we won’t forget. Mt. St Michele was amazing to see as we made our way to the Normandy Region. The Normandy region was the highlight of our trip, we absolutely loved to countryside there and the horses abound. The Omaha Beach tour from Overland Tours was great, we only did the half day tour but would recommend a full day or even two days as there’s just so much to take in. Sidecar tour on the Cider Road was a fun trip, only thing that would’ve been better would’ve been to have it on a cooler day Lol as it was the hottest day in history. The La Cour Sainte Catherine B&B was a very nice B&B with a great location in Honfleur close to everything and easy to get in and out of town. We were able to do a boat tour to see the Cliffs of Etretat which was beautiful and the beach in Fercamp was a welcome solution to the second day of the heat wave. When we got back to Paris I was most appreciative of the accommodations made to make it easy to get to the hotel, return the car and be able to hop on the train to downtown and to the airport terminal the next day. It made it very easy on the last day, and helped with the trip home. Jose was helpful and very responsive with helping us to book the boat tour on last minutes notice, really appreciated it. Looking forward to our next trip.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel D'Argouges 3*
Bayeux
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Hôtel Baume
Paris

Good location, friendly staff, room was a bit small but not surprised in Paris.

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Close to multiple metro stations, and walking distance to multiple landmarks like Notre Dame Cathédral, Louvre, and good vibe.
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Le Moulin du Bourg - B&B
Épeigné-les-Bois

Veronique and Vincent were excellent hosts, and the living space and room was updated and spacious. Highly recommend!

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Close to lots of wineries and chateaus
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La Demeure aux Hortensias - B&B
Pleurtuit

This B&B was located in the small town that the wedding we were attending was in. In my opinion as long as you are just looking for a place to stay and no frills this place will be great. A little outdated, and bathroom was quite small.

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Location
Was 5 minutes from our location so for that it was good, only 15 minute drive to Dinard, Dinah, and St Malo
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La Cour Sainte Catherine B & B
Honfleur

Very Comfortable B&B in the heart of Honfleur. The room was very spacious and comfortable and the home itself if beautiful with great country feeling. Staff was friendly and attentive to all our request.

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Walking distance to everything in Honfluer and easy drive to multiple other towns.
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Ibis Styles Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Tremblay-en-France
Authenticity & Character
Appreciate the Star Wars themes
Location
Great location near the airport and train terminal making it great place to stay night before heading out
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Isabelle Voute

One week highlight of Belize and Guatemala
Guatemala | Jul 18 - Jul 25, 2022

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Marisa C.
Lexington-Fayette, KY | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022
We scheduled a one week trip to Belize and Guatemala on a whim, and I’m so glad we did!! Eduardo Celada was our specialist and made everything perfect and seamless. We had a lot of moving parts, and he had everything arranged perfectly. He put together a flawless itinerary and scheduled excellent drivers and guides to help us along the way. Our accommodations were exactly what we expected. Thank you to our drivers Cameron, Floyd, Fernando, and Ivan. Our guides were incredibly informative and... Read more

We scheduled a one week trip to Belize and Guatemala on a whim, and I’m so glad we did!! Eduardo Celada was our specialist and made everything perfect and seamless. We had a lot of moving parts, and he had everything arranged perfectly. He put together a flawless itinerary and scheduled excellent drivers and guides to help us along the way. Our accommodations were exactly what we expected. Thank you to our drivers Cameron, Floyd, Fernando, and Ivan. Our guides were incredibly informative and helpful too. Thank you Olivero and Viny. If you want a fun-filled trip, let Eduardo at Adventure Guatemala arrange it for you!!

Hotel Review
Jungle Lodge Tikal
Peten

We loved being in the jungle! Our room was perfect, and the food was excellent!

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Activity Reviews
Snorkeling Tour in the Belize Barrier Reef
Snorkeling Tour in the Belize Barrier Reef
Caye Caulker

We enjoyed our snorkeling trip! We swam with sharks and sea turtles!!

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Cave tubing tour
Cave tubing tour
Guatemala
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Explore Tikal National Park
Explore Tikal National Park
San Ignacio

Wow! This place is pure magic! We made it to a sunset on top of a pyramid, and what a view. We saw animals and birds and appreciated being amongst some of the greatest Mayan ruins.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Olivero is very proud of his culture, and it showed. He knew so much about the Mayan culture!
Transport
Boat Tour of Lake Atitlán Villages
Boat Tour of Lake Atitlán Villages
Guatemala

This experience showed us Guatemalan culture at its finest. Our boat trip to three different villages was a highlight of our trip! We saw festivals, a parade, and beautiful locales. Viny and Ivan were a great driver and guide team. We appreciated their knowledge and sensitivity to our safety. They always made sure that our safety came first.

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Viny and Ivan were amazing! We would recommend them for everyone!!
Transport
Ivan was careful and considerate of our safety.
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Replied on Jul 27, 2022

Thank you for all this feedback, we have no doubt that this will help us to get more folks interested in this route which is impressive.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review, Marisa!!
I'm highly glad you had a great time on the Program activities you and I built for this unforgettable tour. It is very helpful to know that you had a great time with our team guiding you around the country. Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Hope to see you back again soon, cheers!

Liz helped us plan an amazing 1 month trip to...
Australia | Jul 7 - Jul 25, 2022

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Mark P.
Hendersonville, NC | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022
Liz helped us plan an amazing 1 month trip to Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. Liz and her team were always there to help and support while abroad and couldn't have been accommodating. They have personally tested all recommended guided trips and hotels as was apparent because all were first rate, including the drivers that transported us to and from the airports. I highly recommend Liz and her team to help you plan and execute your dream vacation, too! Read more

Liz helped us plan an amazing 1 month trip to Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. Liz and her team were always there to help and support while abroad and couldn't have been accommodating. They have personally tested all recommended guided trips and hotels as was apparent because all were first rate, including the drivers that transported us to and from the airports. I highly recommend Liz and her team to help you plan and execute your dream vacation, too!

Hotel Reviews
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour
Sydney

Excellent property and perfect location for seeing all of Sydney’s wonders. Great breakfast and coffee each morning with very attentive service staff both in the restaurant and the front desk. Highly recommended.

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Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns

Good property in an excellent location.

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Garden Court Suites & Apartments
Queenstown

Modest apartment style accommodation that was very clean and in an excellent location with views of the “Remarkables” from the property. Front office was most kind and managed by a dear woman from Ireland.

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InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, an IHG Hotel
Natadola, Fiji

A true 5 star property with staff, views and food to match. All needs are immediately attended to with your happiness and comfort always in mind when dealing with the property staff. The food and beverage manager, Freddie, was everywhere and was always making sure that every meal and drink was served to perfection. Highly recommended!

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Activity Reviews
Morning Panoramic Sydney Sights
Morning Panoramic Sydney Sights
Sydney

Nice overview of the city ti get an overall feel of the city.

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Sydney Opera House Tour
Sydney Opera House Tour
Sydney

Great, insider primer on the Opera House that really helps to understand the significance of the building. Highly recommend instead of just relying on a tour book.

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Full Day Blue Mountains Deluxe Day
Full Day Blue Mountains Deluxe Day
Sydney

Excellent day trip with incredible scenery. Visited the “3 Sisters”, the Australian “Grand Canyon, Bridal Falls (for a hike.) Sunset champagne toast before heading back.

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Food
Just a pick nick lunch, but was perfect for hiking.
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Tali Wiru Dinner
Tali Wiru Dinner
Uluru

Incredible cocktails and dinner overlooking Ayers Rock at sunset. Will definitely be a once in a lifetime experience. Highly recommend. Also recommend the “field of 50,000 lights” afterwards. Amazing beauty in the middle of a desert.

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Uluru Highlights
Uluru Highlights
Uluru

Would highly recommend this visit deeply moving, beautiful work of nature. Don’t miss this if traveling to Australia!

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Field of Light Uluru Experience
Field of Light Uluru Experience
Uluru

Don’t miss this beautiful work if art in the desert!! The beauty, scale and surroundings will delight all your senses.

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Welcome to Fiji !
Welcome to Fiji !
Australia

Intercontinental Hotel was amazing as was the day River Safari to visit a local village and its warm and friendly people. Highly recommend the river trip to get a feel for the “real” Fiji.

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Welcome to Cairns
Welcome to Cairns
Cairns

Beautiful tropical town which is a launch point for a day trip to the Great Barrier Reef! Si different than Sydney and Melbourne and gives a totally different perspective to tue diversity of Australia.

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Full Day Marine World Outer Great Barrier Reef
Full Day Marine World Outer Great Barrier Reef
Cairns

A must do while in Cairns to see one of the natural wonders of the world. Fun boat ride to and from with good food, snorkeling and amazing sea life all around. Highly recommended.

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Food
Buffet, but was good for what it was. Had to service the many people on the cruise, so it was a bit crowded on the platform.
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Food Tasting Excursion to the Atherton Tablelands
Food Tasting Excursion to the Atherton Tablelands
Port Douglas

Great experience to get to see another side of Australia. The “Tablelands” wee beautiful and rich with agriculture and the tastings were all well prepared and served with a wide variety of Australian cuisine. A great experience to see the true diversity of Australia.

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Half-Day Macetown 4WD Tour
Half-Day Macetown 4WD Tour
Australia

Great four wheeler fun crisscrossing several rivers to get ti the location. Learned much about the development of NZ through the lens of the gold rush that helped settle the area. Panned for gold which was great fun!

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Skyline Gondola Ride
Skyline Gondola Ride
Queenstown (NZ)

Easy on and off and would highly recommend to get incredible views of the “Remarkables” as well as the lakes and surrounding areas.

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Boutique Wine Tour - Half Day
Boutique Wine Tour - Half Day
Queenstown (NZ)

Total fun way to spend a day! Saw beautiful scenery and sampled great regional wines. Had a delightful lunch along the way. Highly recommend!

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Walter Peak Farm and Gourmet Barbecue Lunch
Walter Peak Farm and Gourmet Barbecue Lunch
Australia

Wonderful way to spend a day! Delightful trip over on an authentic 1912 steamship with incredible scenery along the way. Gourmet lunch featuring local grilled meats and vegetables, served in a beautiful environment overlooking the water. Sheep dog exhibition after lunch was beautiful to watch and learn. Tour of the farm and interaction with the animals in a beautiful setting was a great way to end the day before heading back over to the town on the ship. Highly recommend.

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Local specialist: Liz Neal
Liz
Liz Neal
Local specialist in Sydney-Auckland-Los Angeles | Replied on Jul 27, 2022

Dear Mark and Lou,
Thank you so much for taking the time to give us such a detailed review ! I am very glad you enjoyed your trip and it was truly special to have met you, we don't always get to meet our clients in person and I considered myself lucky to have had that opportunity on your way back from the trip.

I sincerely hope our paths cross again and we would all be very happy to assist any time in the future.

Our Italian Dream Vacation
Italy | Jul 10 - Jul 25, 2022

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George T.
Columbia, SC | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022
We had a wonderful time on our Italian vacation and we would like to thank Andrea for all his help to organize this trip. It gave us comfort knowing that if a problem arose we could rely on Andrea to handle it. When unforeseen situations did pop up and caused our train to be late, he adjusted our schedule with our driver and tour guide and kept us on track.
The location of the hotels he chose made it easy for us to enjoy each location. In Rome, the Albergo del Senato room overlooking the...
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We had a wonderful time on our Italian vacation and we would like to thank Andrea for all his help to organize this trip. It gave us comfort knowing that if a problem arose we could rely on Andrea to handle it. When unforeseen situations did pop up and caused our train to be late, he adjusted our schedule with our driver and tour guide and kept us on track.
The location of the hotels he chose made it easy for us to enjoy each location. In Rome, the Albergo del Senato room overlooking the Pantheon was more than we expected and was such a treat after a long day of travel. The location of our hotel in Amalfi was close to everything and very scenic overlooking the sea.
All the tour guides were gracious and knowledgeable and we enjoyed every one of them. We especially enjoyed our tour with Georgio in Bari.
Please consider Andrea if you are planning your dream vacation in Italy as we can assure you it will be spectacular!
This was a once in a lifetime trip for us and he made it more than we ever expected.
George & Susan Terlizzi

Hotel Review
Albergo Del Senato
Rome

The hotel is on the Piazza della Rotonda with amazing views of the Pantheon. It is situated in a historic building but with all the modern convivences. They have a full breakfast and a roof top patio/bar. It is close to all the major sites.

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Activity Review
Bari guided walk
Bari guided walk
Italy

Our guide Georgio was a joy to tour with. He seemed to know everyone and you could see he really enjoyed showing us Old Town Bari. It was the most enjoyable tour.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Andrea Gambino
Andrea
Andrea Gambino
Local specialist in Turin, Italy | Replied on Jul 27, 2022

Thank you very much George&Susan. Reading your wonderful review bring us fresh energy for keep on doing a good job. I am very glad you enjoyed your Italy trip and I'll be happy to assist you in the future.

Martina and her team were amazing. They made ...
Peru | Jun 9 - Jun 17, 2022

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Catherine D.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022

Martina and her team were amazing. They made me a custom made trip in a short amount of time. I really recommend their treks as I had one of the most stunning hiking experiences in my life. They are friendly and helpful and knowledgeable.

Local specialist: Martina Capel
Martina
Martina Capel
Local specialist in France | Replied on Jul 27, 2022

Dear Catherine,

Thank you so much for your comment. It was a pleasure creating your trip and we are glad that you enjoyed the trek.

Thanks for choosing KimKim for your customised trips !

All the best,
Martina

Our first trip to Greece!!
Greece | Jul 5 - Jul 14, 2022

Braedon
Braedon G.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022
Angela was fantastic to work with! She was there the whole way to help with any issues we had or anything we needed changed! It was an amazing trip overall, all the hotels we stayed in felt super safe and were in good areas. If anyone is wondering if they should do a sunset catamaran in santorini, it is a MUST!!! It was beautiful!! I would definitely suggest working with Angela to friends. Thank you soo much for all the help and our amazing trip to paradise :) Read more

Angela was fantastic to work with! She was there the whole way to help with any issues we had or anything we needed changed! It was an amazing trip overall, all the hotels we stayed in felt super safe and were in good areas. If anyone is wondering if they should do a sunset catamaran in santorini, it is a MUST!!! It was beautiful!! I would definitely suggest working with Angela to friends. Thank you soo much for all the help and our amazing trip to paradise :)

Hotel Reviews
Belle Epoque Suites
Athens

It was a nice hotel! Very clean and the elevator was really cool. Was also very central which was nice since we walked everywhere.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Artion Boutique by Enorme
Iraklio

Loved this hotel!! The staff were amazing and helped us find how to get where we needed to go. Breakfast was always amazing. Would definetly recommend this spot.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Short walk to tourist areas and restaurants
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
BEST SHOWERS EVER
Sigal Villa
Santorini

The staff here were the most genuine from our whole trip. What this hotel lacks in location to fora and oia it more than made up for with in the hosts. They were so friendly and we loved the sunrise and sunset from the pool area!! Great morning reading spot

Authenticity & Character
Location
Too far to walk to other spots on the island
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ivis 4 Boutique Hotel
Athens

Loved the restaurant being in the hotel and the hotel was very clean and overall a great place to stay in athens

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

We were with costa and it was an amazing tour. He was super knowledgeable and I felt like he was really enjoying himself as we walked around. All the architecture was absolutely jaw dropping

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We had to find our own way back to the start
Your Tailored Elafonisi Escape: Cretan  Dream Where Time Doesn’t Exist from West
Your Tailored Elafonisi Escape: Cretan Dream Where Time Doesn’t Exist from West
Greece

Dimitrus!!!!!!! Our driver Dimitrius was the best part of this event! We had a great time learning about the island and laughing with our driver! The beach was cool but I loved seeing the whole island on the drive more!!

Quality of Experience
Need more time at the beach
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Santorini

This was the highlight of the whole trip!! The sunset was stunning and the ride around the island and swimming was a dream.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jul 28, 2022

Hey Braedon!

Thank you so much for your review and your kind words.
I am super happy that you guys had a great vacation and enjoyed your time here with us.
It was a pleasure assisting you all the way. You are a very sweet couple!
Awesome pics by the way!

I would love to assist you with your next Greece vacation planning and show you some other amazing spots of my country. 🙂

Take care and always have fun!

My warmest regards,
Angela

Twice Postponed Norway Exploration Turns out Perfectly!
Norway | May 30 - Jun 12, 2022

Daniel
Daniel B.
Waterford, CT | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022
Tricia and the entire Kim Kim Team
Please accept our sincere appreciation for all the work you and the KimKim team put in to make our travels so enjoyable. We had a wonderful trip exploring Norway (and a wonderful three days in Stockholm!). All the logistics, the accommodations across Norway and tours were first rate. But most importantly, we appreciate the extra work that went into scheduling this entire trip at least twice and perhaps even three times. Everyone understands the...
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Tricia and the entire Kim Kim Team
Please accept our sincere appreciation for all the work you and the KimKim team put in to make our travels so enjoyable. We had a wonderful trip exploring Norway (and a wonderful three days in Stockholm!). All the logistics, the accommodations across Norway and tours were first rate. But most importantly, we appreciate the extra work that went into scheduling this entire trip at least twice and perhaps even three times. Everyone understands the unprecedented disruptions to travel that COVID cost, but none the less, it caused organizations like yours to deal with unique and daunting scheduling, cancellation and rebooking issues. Through all those stressful times, you and Hilde and your other co-workers kept us informed, and did so with a professional, pleasant and positive attitude which was very much appreciated by both my wife and I. The Norway we experienced was a beautiful mixture of colors, from midnight sun on costal rocks and waters to the shine of rosy cheeks and friendly smiles, from multi-colored Bergen store fronts to deep red isolated barns, all never far from the deep greens of spring grasses and just the right amount of mountaintop snow. Thank you for all the effort that went into making our experience one we will never forget.
With deep appreciation
Dan and Jane Brannegan

Hotel Review
Bergen Børs Hotel
Bergen

Wonderful staff, great room and fantastic restaurant, centrally located. Quite perfect.

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

Thank you again for your kind words and sharing this review, Daniel. You have such an eloquent way of describing my home that I appreciate so deeply. You both deserved a wonderful trip after such a long wait. Thanks for visiting, and giving me (and Hilde!) the pleasure to guide your experience.

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