Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Amazing last minute trip to Iceland thanks to Rinolda and KimKim
Iceland | Jun 23 - Jul 1, 2023

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FRANK D.
Nanuet, NY | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023
My family and I just returned from an amazing 9 day road trip around Iceland. None of this would have been possible without the help of Rinolda. From the first conversation to the last she was amazing. This was a trip that was planned, booked and completed in 3 weeks' time. From the moment we landed we were in good hands. We actually contacted KimKim (Rinolda) on two occasions and both times the response time was immediate, and problems were solved quickly. First was when we were running... Read more

My family and I just returned from an amazing 9 day road trip around Iceland. None of this would have been possible without the help of Rinolda. From the first conversation to the last she was amazing. This was a trip that was planned, booked and completed in 3 weeks' time. From the moment we landed we were in good hands. We actually contacted KimKim (Rinolda) on two occasions and both times the response time was immediate, and problems were solved quickly. First was when we were running late for a check-in time at one of our accommodations and we were unable to find a phone number to contact them directly which KimKim handled right away and the second was a misunderstanding on one of our tours. We were very fortunate to have met Rinolda on our glacier tour and thank her in person for all her help.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Laugarvatn
Laugarvatn
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Vogafjós Farm Resort
Myvatn

We had two rooms, and both were clean. My kids were excited to have a TV for the first time in a few days of being on the road. Unfortunately, the Hotel WIFI wasn't that great and we couldn't make it through a movie without TV disconnecting for WIFI. Not a big deal for us we ended up getting in the car and driving around at 10:00 at night which was amazing.

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Family loved the cows!!!
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Great place to spend 2 nights while driving the ring road
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Hótel Valaskjálf
Egilsstadir

Only downside was we were on the second floor and they have no elevators. Just a little bit of a pain bringing luggage in and out.

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Höfn Inn Guesthouse
780 Hornafirði

We stopped off her just long enough to sleep, shower and leave.

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There was no staff at all. We received a code to punch in at door and for our room. We never saw anyone at desk
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Hotel Katla by Keahotels
Vík

This was one of our favorite stops out of 7. Big, clean rooms. They had a great bar in lobby and breakfast was perfect. Amazing views of mountains and just a 5 minute drive to Vik

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Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
Reykjavík

Great place to end our Iceland trip. We were able to park our car in the hotels garage which was nice having a dry place to straighten up our luggage and car before heading back home. We were able to walk to shops and restaurants.

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Brekkulækur Guesthouse
Hvammstangi

After a long drive we were welcomed to the Guesthouse after checkin time (which we did get in contact with to notify that we were running late) by the owner Abbi. He was VERY accommodating and helpful. We had a room for 4 people which was perfect for our family. The guesthouse is located on a beautiful property. In the morning we had a great breakfast and unfortunately were back on the road.

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Activity Reviews
Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon Zodiac boat tour
Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon Zodiac boat tour
Iceland

What amazing day we had on the water seeing the glacier. Guide was great and we had a blast..

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Silfra Snorkeling
Silfra Snorkeling
Iceland

Amazing once in a lifetime experience snorkeling between two Continents. Waters were crystal clear, and we were well geared up that we weren't cold at all.

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Hvammsvik Hot Springs (& Nature Reserve)
Hvammsvik Hot Springs (& Nature Reserve)
Iceland

We first had some lunch before entering Hvammsvik Hot Springs and the food was excellent. Everything was well organized with lockers and changing rooms.

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Katla Ice Cave
Katla Ice Cave
Iceland

The Ice Cave tour was great for the ones who were able to do it. My daughter who is afraid of height could not walk on the wood planks that were situated throughout the cave. There was no railings on these planks and she ended up having a panic attack. We both had to turn around and were not able to complete the tour. My wife and son continued and enjoyed the tour.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was great and VERY help with helping my daughter.
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Local specialist: Rinolda J
Rinolda
Rinolda J
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Jul 06, 2023

Hi Frank,

It was my pleasure to meet your family!

Warmest regards from Iceland,
Rinolda

So helpful to have Angel's guidance!
Chile | Jun 22 - Jun 29, 2023

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Kristen F.
Baltimore, MD | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023
My two teenaged sons and I traveled to Chile - Santiago and Puerto Natales. I did not know where to begin in planning this kind of trip. I found Kimkim, and Angel was very helpful right from the start. His communication was impeccable. It was winter in Chile, and they were having a lot of rain. The weather caused some unforeseen and unavoidable disruptions to our trip itinerary, including a cancelled airline flight. Once again, Angel was answering my questions and rearranging our plans so... Read more

My two teenaged sons and I traveled to Chile - Santiago and Puerto Natales. I did not know where to begin in planning this kind of trip. I found Kimkim, and Angel was very helpful right from the start. His communication was impeccable. It was winter in Chile, and they were having a lot of rain. The weather caused some unforeseen and unavoidable disruptions to our trip itinerary, including a cancelled airline flight. Once again, Angel was answering my questions and rearranging our plans so that we could still make the best of the trip in spite of the glitches. He also made calls to the airline on my behalf to help us figure out what was going on and what we could do. Besides his unwavering communication, he also had the inside knowledge to schedule us with tour guides in Chile who were really top notch. These folks - Jose, Felipe, and Jose Luis - were just so amazing and knowledgeable about Chile and their specific regions. Angel turned out to be our guardian angel in Chile! We gained a great trip, a new appreciation and fondness for Chile, and great family memories! Mil gracias, Angel!

Local specialist: Angel Gutierrez
Angel
Angel Gutierrez
Local specialist in Santiago | Replied on Jul 03, 2023

Hi Kristen!
I'm so happy to read this!!
Thank you very much for all your words, me and my team appreciate this so much :)
I know you or your kids will be back soon in Southamerica since you told me your family Loved Chile! We will be waiting for you.

Gracias a ti Kristen, por muchos viajes más!

Best,
Angel

Belize Jungle and Reef adventure
Belize | Jun 16 - Jun 27, 2023

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Tim Z.
Ellicott City, MD | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023
Our trip to Belize was incredible. This was our first time in Belize and Catherina and her team did a great job of matching our travel style and preferences to the two resorts we stayed at, Blancaneaux and Hamanasi. It was a great mix of inland and reef adventures and the service was fantastic. All of our guides and drivers were exceptional. Read more

Our trip to Belize was incredible. This was our first time in Belize and Catherina and her team did a great job of matching our travel style and preferences to the two resorts we stayed at, Blancaneaux and Hamanasi. It was a great mix of inland and reef adventures and the service was fantastic. All of our guides and drivers were exceptional.

Hotel Review
Blancaneaux Lodge

From the moment we arrived we felt like family being welcomed home. The service in this resort is simply amazing and you feel tucked away in the jungle away from the world but surrounded by luxury and beauty. It's especially well suited to families and the travelers looking for quiet and the boutique feel of a small resort.

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Local specialist: Catherina Tittaferrante
Catherina
Catherina Tittaferrante
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Jul 06, 2023

Dear Tim!
Thank you so much for giving us your trust and preference, we enjoyed every minute with the both of you.

This trip was extraordinary to us as well, everybody involved has expressed their gratitude because your energy was so beautiful, you have been a lot of blessing. Your easy and smooth way to go over activities, your accesilbility and fluent communication made our lives better letting us be ourselves and enjoying with us our biggest passion.

We will love to meet you in the next adventure, maybe Guatemala or Colombia... in the meantime stay safe and keep enjoying.

Our local specialist, Linda, did an amazing job
Norway | Jun 21 - Jun 30, 2023

Debi
Debi G.
Cameron Park, CA | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023
Our local specialist, Linda, did an amazing job with our constant changes. She stayed positive and made sure we had the correct bookings on correct dates for each traveler. Read more

Our local specialist, Linda, did an amazing job with our constant changes. She stayed positive and made sure we had the correct bookings on correct dates for each traveler.

Hotel Reviews
Scandic Byporten
Oslo

Adjacent to Train station and walking distance to shopping and the wharf

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Grand Hotel Terminus
Bergen

If you want to be close to transportation options and have a clean room, beautiful historical building that serves an amazing breakfast, this is the place. Rooms are small & basic but clean. The beauty of the hotel, service and convenience of transportation made it ideal

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Train & buses across the street
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Still not used to the twin pads on top of queen box springs so common in Europe, but otherwise very comfortable
Vangsgaarden Gjestgiveri
Aurland

The deck right on the water and view of fjord was amazing

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10 min by taxi to Flam, where the cruise ships dock and train is located. Out of tourist area but close to what you need.
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Local specialist: Linda Veråsdal
Linda
Linda Veråsdal
Local specialist in Norway | Replied on Jul 02, 2023

Hi Debi and Annie, thank you very much for your review. It is very much appreciated!
I am glad your trip finally happened after two years of waiting! I hope to see you back in Norway another time. Best, Linda

Joel is the BEST!!!
Spain | Jun 19 - Jul 1, 2023

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Pamela Y.
Mexico | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023
Joel did an excellent job planning our trip. He listened to what we wanted and was flexible when our plans changed from a driving trip in the beginning. Joel also provided great support while we were on the trip when we ran into a couple hiccups that were totally beyond his control.
Our local guides were great, on time and very knowledgeable. I especially remember Natalie in Toledo and Maya for our Basque country trip to the cheese and cider making locations. But they were all great! ...
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Joel did an excellent job planning our trip. He listened to what we wanted and was flexible when our plans changed from a driving trip in the beginning. Joel also provided great support while we were on the trip when we ran into a couple hiccups that were totally beyond his control.
Our local guides were great, on time and very knowledgeable. I especially remember Natalie in Toledo and Maya for our Basque country trip to the cheese and cider making locations. But they were all great! Now if Joel can just find my suitcase that Iberia has lost.........

Hotel Reviews
Hotel de Londres & de Inglaterra
San Sebastian
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Hotel Miró
Bilbao
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Iberostar Las Letras Gran Via
Madrid

Great location!!

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Activity Reviews
Private tapas tour in Madrid
Private tapas tour in Madrid
Madrid

While the guide was great, it didn't feel like the "tapas" we were expecting. We essentially sat down in 3 restaurants and had a single item in each place.

Private walking-tour with Royal Palace
Private walking-tour with Royal Palace
Madrid

The guide was lovely, however the Royal Palace was closed that day so we couldn't go. We went to the Prado, where she spent way too long talking about a couple of paintings by Greco. We would have rather seen more in the Prado than the focus on a couple paintings. That said, she was a very good guide and very personable.

Excursion to Toledo
Excursion to Toledo
Madrid

Loved Natalie! She's a doll. She went at a perfect pace and was fun.

Full day excursion to Segovia & Avila
Full day excursion to Segovia & Avila
Madrid

Both good, glad we did them.

San Sebastian private walking tour
San Sebastian private walking tour
San Sebastián

Amaya was terrific. Great overview of San Sebastian!

Pintxos tour & Wine in San Sebastian - Small Group Tour
Pintxos tour & Wine in San Sebastian - Small Group Tour
San Sebastián

We were glad we did a small group (rather than private) as it made it more fun. It was a great group. ....we went to 5 places!

St James Way half-day
St James Way half-day
San Sebastián

It was raining, so we did plan B....a train trip to a different spot up the coast. Great guide, who we had for tomorrow as well...Anna.

Excursion to the French Basque Country
Excursion to the French Basque Country
San Sebastián

This was a really fun trip....highly recommend it!

Excursion to the countryside with lunch
Excursion to the countryside with lunch
San Sebastián

Loved Maya....she was so enthusiastic about the area and preserving the small farmer culture that it really made the trip enjoyable.

Bilbao Walking Tour & Guggenheim Museum
Bilbao Walking Tour & Guggenheim Museum
Bilbao

Another great guide....though her name is one I can't pronounce or spell! She was a great guide for the Guggenheim, gave really good perspectives.

Local specialist: Joël Courchay

2 weeks in Greece: Athens, Milos, Naxos, Santorini
Greece | Jun 18 - Jul 1, 2023

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Ryan H.
Coney Island, NY | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023
Our 2-week trip to Greece was truly fantastic. We had an incredible time. Perfect mix of culture/history and R&R, thanks to our local specialist in Athens, Hara Solakaki. She planned a perfect trip for us, tailored to our wishes/requests (not easy as we were traveling with 2 nine-year-olds). The food was outstanding, and the people we met were all so friendly and welcoming. Among the islands, Milos was our favorite, with Naxos a very close second. We loved Santorini too (the views... Read more

Our 2-week trip to Greece was truly fantastic. We had an incredible time. Perfect mix of culture/history and R&R, thanks to our local specialist in Athens, Hara Solakaki. She planned a perfect trip for us, tailored to our wishes/requests (not easy as we were traveling with 2 nine-year-olds).

The food was outstanding, and the people we met were all so friendly and welcoming.

Among the islands, Milos was our favorite, with Naxos a very close second. We loved Santorini too (the views are #1) and we're glad we went, but not sure we'd return due to the crowds. Glad we did 1 less night in Santorini than the other islands.

Our favorite excursion was the all-day Milos boat cruise. That said, we really enjoyed all the excursions, and Eleni was a fantastic guide at the Acropolis.

Best hotel was El Greco, but we enjoyed all 4 really.

Thanks to Hara for planning such a great trip for us. We now have a lifetime of memories from this beautiful country! We'll be back!

Local specialist: Hara Solakaki
Hara
Hara Solakaki
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Jul 05, 2023

Dear Ryan,
Thank you once again from the bottom of my heart for your kind words and your amazing review!!!
It's precious to us and I really appreciate it!!

I am so happy to know that you enjoyed your family trip to our country that much and made lifetime memories!!!

You are a lovely family and it was such a pleasure meeting you in person!!!

Really looking forward to welcoming you to Greece again when you decide to return!!!

Keep smiling and traveling!!!

With my best regards & wishes,

Hara
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Had a memorable time
Egypt | Jun 14 - Jun 25, 2023

Koustav
Koustav D.
Japan | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023

Had a memorable time.
Special thanks to our guide in Jordan and Nile Cruise and thanks to Ibrahim for making this possible.
Definitely recommend kim kim to all my friends and family

Local specialist: Ibrahim Elaref

A world class trip - Thanks Manon & KimKim.
France | Jun 16 - Jul 11, 2022

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Christian J.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023

Our trip in France was part of a larger trip throughout Europe. That said, our time in France, thanks to KimKim and our guide Manon was far beyond anything we could have expected. Manon got to understand what we were looking for in a trip and gave us that exact thing at the right pace for us to all have a wonderful time. I'm currently planning a trip to India using KimKim, because of the great experience I had last year in France

Local specialist: Manon Broquerault
Manon
Manon Broquerault
Local specialist in Paris | Replied on Jul 10, 2023

Hi Christian, it is lovely to read you had an amazing time in France! Thank you so much for your feedback and bon voyage en Inde!

Dalia was amazing. She curated an amazing it...
Spain | Jun 20 - Jul 1, 2023

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Jim H.
Pico Rivera, CA | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023
Dalia was amazing. She curated an amazing itinerary. The Gran Melia Palacio in Madrid was a beautiful hotel with the best service. San Sebastián was a must and the pintxo tasting tour was superb. The Nixe Palace in Mallorca was perfect. Overall a terrific trip! Thank you! Read more

Dalia was amazing. She curated an amazing itinerary. The Gran Melia Palacio in Madrid was a beautiful hotel with the best service. San Sebastián was a must and the pintxo tasting tour was superb. The Nixe Palace in Mallorca was perfect. Overall a terrific trip! Thank you!

Activity Reviews
San Sebastian: City center & pintxos tour
San Sebastian: City center & pintxos tour
San Sebastián

Our guide, Itzsia (hopefully I’m spelling correctly) was amazing! She also was helpful for kid friendly options! The food was so good!

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Private Sailing Along the Coast of Mallorca
Private Sailing Along the Coast of Mallorca
Mallorca

Was simply amazing! Great guide! Beautiful and so relaxing. Trip highlight!

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Modernist Gaudi Highlights Tour: Sagrada Familia & Parc Güell (private)
Modernist Gaudi Highlights Tour: Sagrada Familia & Parc Güell (private)
Barcelona
Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Jul 03, 2023

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was so wonderful having you and your family travel with us.
Wising you all the best!

Beautiful trip to Cambodia
Cambodia | Jun 14 - Jun 25, 2023

Jasmine
Jasmine A.
San Francisco, CA | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023
From start to finish, Steve and his Cambodia team made our experience special! During the planning stages, Steve went above and beyond answering all of our questions, providing guidance and assistance. This is our 3rd time using Kimkim and by far this was our best trip! Steve, Ms. Sreypich, Ms.Dy along with Mr. Ya Ya were attentive, kind and communicative all along the way. This Feel Good Cambodia itinerary was perfect. We appreciated the time to visit and learn about Cambodia in this way.... Read more

From start to finish, Steve and his Cambodia team made our experience special! During the planning stages, Steve went above and beyond answering all of our questions, providing guidance and assistance. This is our 3rd time using Kimkim and by far this was our best trip! Steve, Ms. Sreypich, Ms.Dy along with Mr. Ya Ya were attentive, kind and communicative all along the way. This Feel Good Cambodia itinerary was perfect. We appreciated the time to visit and learn about Cambodia in this way. Thank you for a beautiful trip!

Hotel Reviews
Treeline Urban Resort
Siem Reap
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Palace Gate Hotel & Resort
Phnom Penh

Amazing pool, location and breakfast!

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Farmhouse Resort & Spa
Sameakki Mean Chey

Beautiful and eco friendly!

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Battambang Resort
Battambang
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Activity Review
Royal Palace
Royal Palace
Phnom Penh
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Local specialist: Steve Lidgey
Steve
Steve Lidgey
Local specialist in Cambodia | Replied on Jul 02, 2023

Dear Jasmine (and Rebecca),
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback. I'm delighted you enjoyed our Feel Good Cambodia tour and appreciated the way you can travel and also help the country develop at the same time.
Much appreciated the comments about our two lovely and talented guides which I've already shared with them.
Thanks again for travelling with Kimkim and hope the 4th tour is not far away!
Best regards,
Steve.

The trip was incredibly well organized. All o...
Switzerland | Jun 24 - Jul 1, 2023

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Jonathan I.
Mineola, NY | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023
The trip was incredibly well organized. All our city guides were wonderful. The planning, the hotels, the activities, everything was just incredibly well planned and smooth. Read more

The trip was incredibly well organized. All our city guides were wonderful. The planning, the hotels, the activities, everything was just incredibly well planned and smooth.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Spadari al Duomo
Milan

Our stay at Hotel Spadari Al Duomo in Milan was lovely. The staff was friendly, the food was great, and the hotel itself was beautiful. We really enjoyed walking around Milan.

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Cascada Boutique Hotel
Lucerne

The Cascada Boutique Hotel in Luzern was charming, and the staff was lovely. Breakfast was delightful. However, we were a bit disappointed with the size of the rooms, which were smaller than what was shown in the pictures.

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Hotel Villa Flori
Como

Our stay at Hotel Villa Flori on Lake Como was spectacular. Despite the challenges with the ferry services, the hotel really stood out as a high point of our stay

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Schweizerhof hotel
Zürich

Our stay at the Schweizerhof in Zürich was fantastic. The hotel was nothing short of spectacular, and it rounded off our trip perfectly.

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Activity Reviews
Guided tour of Lucerne
Guided tour of Lucerne
Lucerne

Our guided tour of Lucerne was exceptional. Our guide was informative and really added to the experience.

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Private Boat Cruise on Lake Como
Private Boat Cruise on Lake Como
Lake Como

The private boat tour on Lake Como was an absolute delight. The driver was friendly, and the three-hour tour was just the right amount of time to appreciate the beautiful lake. However, we did experience some challenges with the ferry services being sold out, which made visiting Bellagio a bit of a hassle. The town was more crowded than we expected.

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Mount Rigi Panorama Trail & Cliff Walk
Lucerne

The Mount Rigi Panorama Trail & Cliff Walk was quite the adventure. However, my wife and I both experienced some altitude sickness due to the high elevation. Regardless, the views were breathtaking and worth the climb.

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Zürich city guided walking tour
Zürich city guided walking tour
Switzerland

The Zürich city guided walking tour was a highlight of our trip. Our guide was fantastic, really knowledgeable, and made the experience enjoyable. Zürich is a truly amazing city, and this tour gave us a great taste of what it has to offer.

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Local specialist: Tomaz Martinek
Tomaz
Tomaz Martinek
Local specialist in Slovenia | Replied on Jul 21, 2023

Hi Jonathan, really glad to see that you enjoyed so much travelling with us! We look forward to welcoming you back on board for another incredible journey whenever you're ready to explore the world once more!

We had an amazing trip with KimKim’s help. Al...
Costa Rica | Jun 17 - Jun 24, 2023

Renée
Renée W.
Nicetown-Tioga, PA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023
We had an amazing trip with KimKim’s help. All of our experiences were well planned and the travel was seamless. Our guide David on our volcano hike was extremely knowledgeable as were all of our guides. Planning couldn’t have been easier with Gustavo and Jessica’s advice and guidance. Read more

We had an amazing trip with KimKim’s help. All of our experiences were well planned and the travel was seamless. Our guide David on our volcano hike was extremely knowledgeable as were all of our guides. Planning couldn’t have been easier with Gustavo and Jessica’s advice and guidance.

Hotel Reviews
La Fortuna Downtown Boutique Hotel
La Fortuna San Carlos
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Arco Iris Lodge
Santa Elena

This place was amazing! So beautiful, clean, and conveniently located.

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Karahé Beach Hotel
Manuel Antonio
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Activity Review
Arenal Volcano Hike & Paradise Hot Springs Experience with Meal
Arenal Volcano Hike & Paradise Hot Springs Experience with Meal
Arenal/La Fortuna

Loved this! Our tour guide David was very knowledgeable and fun. The hot springs were the perfect too off after the hike.

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Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Professional Service
England | May 25 - Jun 30, 2023

Holmwood
Holmwood G.
Australia | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023
Very efficiently done and the team checked in with us throughout the holiday to make sure everything was going ok Read more

Very efficiently done and the team checked in with us throughout the holiday to make sure everything was going ok

Hotel Reviews
ibis Styles London Southwark – near Borough Market
London

Quirky hotel, well located near the Thames and Borough Market and an easy walk into central London

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The Bell Inn
Moreton-in-Marsh

Great roomy accommodation attached to pub. Located in the centre of this small village. Loved it but two downsides - noisy patrons in the beer garden and only access via external timber staircase. Hard with luggage.

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The Churchill Hotel
YORK

A beautiful hotel. Very gracious with nice restaurant. Rooms while quite small, very comfortable. The decor and references to Churchill were a nice touch. On-site parking a big plus.

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Nice 5 minute walk into walled city of York
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Atholl Villa Guest House
Pitlochry
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Local specialist: Stephen Molloy
Stephen
Stephen Molloy
Local specialist in Dorset and Lyon | Replied on Nov 23, 2023
Dear Holmwood Five-Star review. It is touching. We do indeed have a procedure to check-in with each traveler. It is something that we do to reassure you and to let you know that we are here behind the phone or WhatsApp if you have any questions or concerns. We have a team member who takes the phone each week, and they look after on-call questions during the evenings. During the day you will get me! I saw your note about English pubs - yes they are charming and lovely and historic but... Read more

Dear Holmwood Five-Star review. It is touching.

We do indeed have a procedure to check-in with each traveler. It is something that we do to reassure you and to let you know that we are here behind the phone or WhatsApp if you have any questions or concerns. We have a team member who takes the phone each week, and they look after on-call questions during the evenings. During the day you will get me!

I saw your note about English pubs - yes they are charming and lovely and historic but are potentially a bit noisy at night. Noted!

Have a superb year ahead, stay in touch
Stephen Molloy & the team at High Point Holidays

Our Moroccan Adventure
Morocco | Jun 17 - Jun 28, 2023

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Debbie’s B.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023
Our adventure through Morocco was absolutely incredible thanks to KimKim! We did a customized mother daughter trip for 4. From the very start of our planning, Mohamed was so accommodating and attentive and tailored our trip according to our wants. Once we arrived to Morocco, Said was our contact person if we should need anything and he was amazing as well. Our favorite person in Morocco was our fabulous, kind, professional, sweet driver Samir. We love Samir!!! He drove us around Morocco for... Read more

Our adventure through Morocco was absolutely incredible thanks to KimKim! We did a customized mother daughter trip for 4. From the very start of our planning, Mohamed was so accommodating and attentive and tailored our trip according to our wants. Once we arrived to Morocco, Said was our contact person if we should need anything and he was amazing as well. Our favorite person in Morocco was our fabulous, kind, professional, sweet driver Samir. We love Samir!!! He drove us around Morocco for 12 days. We felt very safe and comfortable from day one. Samir made himself available 24/7 if need be. His English was great and we had the best time with him! We were very sad to say goodbye, Samir felt like family during our time in Morocco! Overall, KikKim was a 10!!!! I will definitely use them again.

Local specialist: Mohamed El Asely
Mohamed
Mohamed El Asely
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Jul 03, 2023
Hi Debbie’s, Thank you for your amazing 5-star feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your customized mother-daughter trip through Morocco was absolutely incredible. From the very start of the planning process, we strived to accommodate your needs and tailor the trip accordingly. It's fantastic to know that Said, our contact person in Morocco, was amazing, and that Samir, your driver, provided a fabulous, kind, and professional experience throughout your 12-day journey. We're delighted to... Read more

Hi Debbie’s,

Thank you for your amazing 5-star feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your customized mother-daughter trip through Morocco was absolutely incredible. From the very start of the planning process, we strived to accommodate your needs and tailor the trip accordingly. It's fantastic to know that Said, our contact person in Morocco, was amazing, and that Samir, your driver, provided a fabulous, kind, and professional experience throughout your 12-day journey. We're delighted to have made your time in Morocco safe, comfortable, and memorable. We look forward to assisting you with future travel plans and providing you with exceptional experiences once again.

Regards!
Mohamed.

Our trip to Japan got postponed by three year...
Japan | Mar 24 - Apr 1, 2023

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Rebecca K.
Columbus, OH | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023

Our trip to Japan got postponed by three years due to COVID and Japan's borders being closed. Gibwa was flexible and amazing to work with throughout this waiting period! She took time to understand our needs and put together a fabulous itinerary. Her communication was always timely even while we were in Japan and contained the necessary details . This made it easy for us to explore on our own using the itinerary as a guide. My son and I had a trip of lifetime to Japan during the cherry blossom season, thanks to Gibwa.

Local specialist: Gibwa Cole

An amazing experience we will never forget
Greece | Jun 21 - Jun 30, 2023

Karen
Karen T.
Decorah, IA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023
We had an amazing trip - it struck the right balance of sightseeing and being active and time to relax and enjoy the beach, the beauty and culture of Greece, and its friendly and welcoming people. Each experience felt like it was better than the last. Aggeliki was thoughtful in building a great itinerary and was both proactive and responsive before and during our trip. Read more

We had an amazing trip - it struck the right balance of sightseeing and being active and time to relax and enjoy the beach, the beauty and culture of Greece, and its friendly and welcoming people. Each experience felt like it was better than the last. Aggeliki was thoughtful in building a great itinerary and was both proactive and responsive before and during our trip.

Hotel Reviews
Oniro City
Athens

Beautiful hotel in a great location. Helpful, friendly staff and a delicious breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Friendly and helpful staff - delicious and generous Greek breakfast.
Location
We were close to the Acropolis and other sights.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Gaia Cave Suites (ex Canvas Suites)
Santorini

This is a beautiful property in a great location in Oia. It is right on the caldera and require a lot of steps and stamina to get from the main street to the rooms. The beds were very comfortable and the housekeepers did a nice job keeping us supplied with towels and toiletries.

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Apricot & Sea Luxury Villas
Naxos

This is a beautiful property with expansive views, lots of space, close access to the beach, and helpful staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The location is wonderful - right on the sea. We didn't realize it's a pretty good hike to a restaurant or supermarket, so guests will want to be aware of this and either arrange for a car or other ground transportation to be able to explore the island.
Staff
Our host was very helpful and responsive. She helped us rent a car when we realized we would need to do so. She gave us additional coffee pods when we weren't able to find any that fit our machine at the supermarket. Very friendly and welcoming.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ivis 4 Boutique Hotel
Athens

I wish we would have been here longer - we stayed our last night and had to leave quite early to catch our flight. We were welcomed with a cold glass of lemonade while we checked in. The hotel is right around the corner from many wonderful restaurants and shops, so we had fun walking through and finding someplace to have our last dinner in Greece. We left at 3 a.m. and the hostess arranged for us to have breakfast packed in a bag for us, which was very kind. Rooms are beautiful and spacious.

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Activity Reviews
Naxos Culinary Tour
Naxos Culinary Tour
Greece

This activity was really special, and it's an experience I'll always remember. Our guide, George, picked us up at our resort and took us to a beautiful olive oil factory in Halki. We were able to drive through the countryside and several scenic villages while George told us about the history about the island and the region. He then took us to Miss Maria's and Mr. Yannis' farm where we received instruction and helped create a traditional Greek dinner. They couldn't have been more kind and gracious, and we enjoyed every minute of our time there. The meal was delicious and the experience was absolutely fantastic.

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Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

This was a comprehensive and well-guided tour of the key ancient sites in Athens. The tour guide provided great history and context to what we were seeing and tied the whole tour together in an engaging narrative.

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Local tastings 2024
Local tastings 2024
Greece

This is a beautiful winery right outside of Fira. Our chef Angelikki provided helpful instruction with history of the winery, region, traditional foods, and ingredients. This was a hands-on experience that we really enjoyed. The wines were delicious.

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Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Santorini

The catamaran cruise was a highlight of our trip. From the kind and helpful crew and well-appointed boat to the absolutely gorgeous views of Santorini that you can only experience by sea, this experience was amazing. Our guides stopped at several location so we could swim and snorkel, gave us interesting and helpful information about Santorini's history, and made us a delicious dinner. The sunset was stunning and closed out the day perfectly.

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Local specialist: Angela (Angeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Angeliki)
Angela (Angeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jul 02, 2023

Yeia sou, Karen!

Thank you for sharing your feedback and experience on your trip to Greece.

I am so really happy that you enjoyed your time and tours here with us.

"An amazing experience we will never forget". These words of yours definitely put a huge smile on my face beacuse this is exactly what my team and I strive to offer: lifetime experiences! That is our company's moto after all 😀

I would love to see you coming back soon.
There are so many more places and people I would love you to see and meet.

Until we speak again about your next trip to Greece, Yamas!

Angela

A Wonderful Zero Stress Vacation
Croatia | Jun 4 - Jun 13, 2023

Matthew
Matthew K.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023
We had a fantastic time filled with extremely positive experiences. Everyone we spent time with was knowledgeable, charming, professional, and overwhelmingly kind. Ongoing communication with Sarah and Ivan was prompt and helpful throughout the trip. Read more

We had a fantastic time filled with extremely positive experiences. Everyone we spent time with was knowledgeable, charming, professional, and overwhelmingly kind. Ongoing communication with Sarah and Ivan was prompt and helpful throughout the trip.

Hotel Reviews
Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
Zagreb

A historic spot only a short walk away from plenty of city activities. Looks great inside and out, and has extremely attentive and courteous staff.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful building.
Location
Short walk away from Tkalciceva Street and several parks.
Staff
Extremely courteous and attentive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Porto
Dubrovnik

A great hotel, but quite a walk from old town.

Authenticity & Character
Location
At almost 2km from old town, it was a trek to get where we wanted to go.
Staff
Extraordinarily kind and attentive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
One of the most spacious rooms we had in Croatia.
Heritage Hotel Fermai
Split

A fun little spot that was perfect for the two of us, but would be on the cramped side with a larger party.

Authenticity & Character
Fun interior and gorgeous exterior.
Location
An easy walk to the Riva, but far enough away to have a bit of quiet.
Staff
The staff were very friendly; we felt like part of their small family during our stay.
Cleanliness & Comfort
One of the most high-tech hotels I've been in, with digital displays to set "do not disturb" or "please clean" statuses for the room.
Activity Reviews
Game of Thrones Tour
Game of Thrones Tour
Dubrovnik

Ana shared plenty of GoT filming fun facts and had some fun visual aids to bring scenes from the show to life on the streets. We also asked her to include some general Dubrovnik history and culture into her tour, and we learned a lot!

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Hvar Wine Tasting Excursion
Hvar Wine Tasting Excursion
Hvar

Grgo picked us up in the afternoon, showed us some of the island that we otherwise would've never seen, and showed us some Hvar history. We tasted a number of wines at Duboković that were all superb, and ended up buying a bottle to take home with us. We then visited Grgo's family home and tasted some of their own wines alongside a light snack, all of which was extremely good.

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Private Day Trip to Cavtat & Family Farm Day for Traditional Lunch or Dinner
Private Day Trip to Cavtat & Family Farm Day for Traditional Lunch or Dinner
Croatia

After a short drive from Dubrovnik, we had a lovely walking tour of Cavtat. We learned about the city's history, its relationship with Dubrovnik, and took in some gorgeous sights. We then took another short drive to a family farm near Čilipi, and had an experience that I don't think I'll ever forget. Our host shared area history, family stories, and treated us to a delicious meal. The view was divine.

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Split Walking Food Tour
Split Walking Food Tour
Split

We learned, we ate, and we repeated the process. I'm not sure if the tour was meant for more than two, but there was SO MUCH FOOD. Everything was delicious and we took a good portion of leftover snacks along with us for the rest of the day.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Super friendly.
Transport
Pick-up at our hotel and a comfortable walking pace.
Local specialist: Sarah Cosic

Amazing trip of Ireland using Ireland Walk Hi...
Ireland | Jun 24 - Jun 30, 2023

Drew
Drew M.
Spartanburg, SC | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023

Amazing trip of Ireland using Ireland Walk Hike and Bike and Linda Woods as our guide. From the detailed planning by Maria Hayes organizing our days to Linda being our brilliant guide our experience was fantastic!

Local specialist: Dean Garrison
Dean
Dean Garrison
Local specialist in Ireland | Replied on Jul 30, 2023

Hi Drew

Many thanks for your wonderful review, and travelling with us this year.

From everyone at Ireland Walk Hike Bike it was a pleasure showing you our fantastic country and its great to see you enjoyed your time so much!

We hope to see you again soon.

Kind Regards

Dean

GO TO FRANCE ASAP
France | Jun 16 - Jun 24, 2023

Ashley
Ashley S.
Galveston, TX | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023
Our trip to France was better than possibly imaginable. We fell in love with the French culture and way of life, the way things are not rushed, and how everything is meant to be enjoyed. The food was amazing. The history was rich. The people were so nice. The times spent were priceless. Special thanks to Lise and her team, as they were always attentive, quick to respond, and planned everything perfectly. Read more

Our trip to France was better than possibly imaginable. We fell in love with the French culture and way of life, the way things are not rushed, and how everything is meant to be enjoyed. The food was amazing. The history was rich. The people were so nice. The times spent were priceless. Special thanks to Lise and her team, as they were always attentive, quick to respond, and planned everything perfectly.

Hotel Review
Boutique Hotel Cezanne
Aix-en-Provence

Absolutely beautiful with high quality accommodation and amenities.

Authenticity & Character
High quality local product amenities
Location
Central to Aux and easy to walk
Staff
24/7 staff available
Cleanliness & Comfort
The best place we stayed in France!
Activity Reviews
Nighttime Seine River Cruise with Dining Experience
Nighttime Seine River Cruise with Dining Experience
Paris

This river cruise was amazing. The food was so good, the drinks did not stop coming, and the views were gorgeous. We had a live singer and she was brilliant.

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Le Louvre Private Tour
Le Louvre Private Tour
Paris

Our guide was so knowledgeable and kind. She really took what we wanted to see into consideration and was amazing to have.

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Paris Macaron Baking Class
Paris Macaron Baking Class
Paris

Fred was amazing. So fun and easy to work with. I would recommend him to anyone! @fredandbreakfast

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Easy to reach by metro
Local specialist: Lise Troulier

We really enjoyed our trip! The kimkim team h...
Costa Rica | Jun 17 - Jun 24, 2023

B
B W.
Bethlehem, PA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2023
We really enjoyed our trip! The kimkim team had everything lined up for us with no hiccups to the schedule. We enjoyed talking to all our guides ( Charlie, David, Junior, Julio just to name some). All the guides/drivers were really knowledgeable and provided amazing conversations and service. It was quite an adventure for our family and we will always remember the beautiful landscape, wildlife and people of Costa Rica. Read more

We really enjoyed our trip! The kimkim team had everything lined up for us with no hiccups to the schedule. We enjoyed talking to all our guides ( Charlie, David, Junior, Julio just to name some). All the guides/drivers were really knowledgeable and provided amazing conversations and service. It was quite an adventure for our family and we will always remember the beautiful landscape, wildlife and people of Costa Rica.

Hotel Reviews
La Fortuna Downtown Boutique Hotel
La Fortuna San Carlos
Authenticity & Character
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Arco Iris Lodge
Santa Elena
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Karahé Beach Hotel
Manuel Antonio
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Activity Reviews
Coffee Experience and Nighttime Nature Walk
Coffee Experience and Nighttime Nature Walk
Monteverde

Junior was awesome. He was incredibly knowledgeable about coffee and proper brewing methods. Lots of history and conversation about coffee and chocolate. The tastings were amazing. The night walk through the jungle was really cool. We were surrounded by so much wildlife. My son finally got to see scorpions and tarantulas in the wild. Even a pit viper made an appearance. Highly recommend Junior and his coffee and jungle experience.

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Arenal Volcano Hike & Paradise Hot Springs Experience with Meal
Arenal Volcano Hike & Paradise Hot Springs Experience with Meal
Arenal/La Fortuna

David was very knowledgeable and really passionate about the wildlife and landscape. He was great/patient with our kids, fielding a million questions. Really nice guy and provided a lot of information about the volcano and history of the area.

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Hanging Bridges Adventure
Hanging Bridges Adventure
Monteverde

I regret I can’t remember our guides name but she was extremely knowledgeable and excited to show us the wildlife of her country. Great with our kids, who loved seeing the Orange kneed tarantula and millipedes. The cloud forest is beautiful and we learned a lot on this short hike. The bridges are waaay up there.

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Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

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