Kimkim Trip Reviews

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KimKim did a great job planning the trip. ...
Germany | Sep 28 - Oct 5, 2025

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Jeff B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
KimKim did a great job planning the trip. The best things were included.The hotels were wonderful. The difficulty came with my inability to use the KimKim apt and stay connected.Meeting the rides was hard but did not cause problems with the flow of the trip. The planning was hard going thru my daughter Molly.
My wife and I enjoyed the trip.
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KimKim did a great job planning the trip. The best things were included.The hotels were wonderful. The difficulty came with my inability to use the KimKim apt and stay connected.Meeting the rides was hard but did not cause problems with the flow of the trip. The planning was hard going thru my daughter Molly.
My wife and I enjoyed the trip.

Hotel Reviews
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1 & 2
Schönefeld

The hotel was what a traveler needs on an overnight before our flight home. Not fancy but adequate.

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Townhouse Leipzig
Leipzig

The location was almost connected to the Bach museum and was about 10 meters from the Thomaskirke. The hotel was very comfortable and the people in the hotel were very helpful

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Star G Hotel Premium Dresden Altmarkt
Dresden

Ideal location,very comfortable. There was some confusion about when we were supposed to arrive. Our reservations were cancelled.On leaving I got my 450 euros back.The hotel accomodations could not have been better.

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Activity Reviews
24/7 assistance in case of emergency
24/7 assistance in case of emergency
Germany

We never had any need or use of 24/7 assistance

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Better communication with the rides
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Cruising the Elbe River: A Scenic Boat Trip Experience
Cruising the Elbe River: A Scenic Boat Trip Experience
Dresden

This was very pleasant. It was the high point of our visit to Dresden for my wife.

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Transport
We had problems meeting with our rides. This may have been caused by my inability to use the apt.
Historic Walking Tour of Dresden
Historic Walking Tour of Dresden
Dresden

The guide grew up in Dresden and was very informed and helpful.r

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Local specialist: Lucie Dupuis
Lucie
Lucie Dupuis
Local specialist in Villefranche-sur-Saône | Replied on Oct 20, 2025

Dear Jeff,

I'm happy you enjoyed your trip as well as the different hotels.

I was really happy to create this trip for you!

Best,
Lucie

Best way to experience the highlights of Turkey
Turkey | Oct 1 - Oct 10, 2025

Donna
Donna G.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
Berat, the local specialist for my tour masterfully customized an itinerary to fit my requests. He arranged and coordinated the guides, drivers, hotels and domestic flights for what turned out to be a flawless tour. I appreciated the reminders I received almost daily to inform me of the schedule and any action needed on my part.
In Istanbul, Mr. Volkan Akoluk was my terrific guide for two days. He quickly brought me up to speed on the history of the region and prepared me for the sights...
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Berat, the local specialist for my tour masterfully customized an itinerary to fit my requests. He arranged and coordinated the guides, drivers, hotels and domestic flights for what turned out to be a flawless tour. I appreciated the reminders I received almost daily to inform me of the schedule and any action needed on my part.
In Istanbul, Mr. Volkan Akoluk was my terrific guide for two days. He quickly brought me up to speed on the history of the region and prepared me for the sights we were to visit. The two days never felt rushed yet we covered a lot of the historic sites.
In Ankara, Hattusa, and Cappadocia , Mr. Irfan did a wonderful job as we visited so many sites in four days. I especially enjoyed the fact that he had grown up in the area of Uchisar and with that he had personal stories of what life was like these last couple generations. My favorite experience was driving in at night my jaw dropping at the site of Cappodocia and my Kale Konak hotel bathed in a rosy glow.
In Izmir, with just one day left, I had the pleasure to enjoy Ephesus and Priene with Mr. Ozan Tokcan. As with the previous two guides, Mr. Ozan had incredible knowledge of the sites we visited as well as the history of the area.
And because I had just a taste of the beautiful area around Izmir, I will need to return.
Thank you for an amazing experience!

Hotel Reviews
Park Inn by Radisson Izmir
Izmir

Wonderful location with views of the harbor. Close proximity to the old section of the city and the piers.

Eyuboglu Hotel
Ankara

Very comfortable with a good location

Sirkeci Mansion Hotel
Istanbul

Located in the old town. Very nice hotel with a lovely breakfast.

Kale Konak Hotel

Simply magical

Authenticity & Character
Renovated to reflect a “cave” character
Location
Adjacent to the Castle
Staff
Professional
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Discover Priene: A beautiful ancient Ionian town
Discover Priene: A beautiful ancient Ionian town
Turkey
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Explore the Ancient City of Ephesus
Explore the Ancient City of Ephesus
Turkey
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Discover the Volcanic Valleys of Cappadocia: Zelve, Pasabag, and Avcılar
Discover the Volcanic Valleys of Cappadocia: Zelve, Pasabag, and Avcılar
Cappadocia
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Kaymaklı Underground City
Kaymaklı Underground City
Cappadocia
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Visiting Göreme Open Air Museum (UNESCO World Heritage)
Visiting Göreme Open Air Museum (UNESCO World Heritage)
Cappadocia
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Visit the Ancient city of Hattusa  (Hattuşaş)
Visit the Ancient city of Hattusa (Hattuşaş)
Turkey
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Visit the Anatolian Civilizations Museum and Panoramic City Tour
Visit the Anatolian Civilizations Museum and Panoramic City Tour
Ankara
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Public Boat Tour on the Bosphorus
Public Boat Tour on the Bosphorus
İstanbul
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Eminönü Heritage Tour: Explore the Historical Bazaars and Ottoman Architectural Sites of Istanbul
Eminönü Heritage Tour: Explore the Historical Bazaars and Ottoman Architectural Sites of Istanbul
İstanbul
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Discover Byzantine + Ottoman Istanbul
Discover Byzantine + Ottoman Istanbul
İstanbul
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Local specialist: Berat Ornek
Berat
Berat Ornek
Local specialist in Turkey | Replied on Nov 08, 2025

Dear Donna,
Many thanks for this positive review! We appreciate your valuable feedback and are happy to hear you had a great time in Turkey.
Thanks for choosing us as your travel companions and we look forward to hosting you here again.
Best,
Berat

We had a wonderful trip to Ireland.
Ireland | Oct 2 - Oct 11, 2025

PAUL
PAUL S.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
We had a wonderful trip to Ireland. We had two guides during our stay., For the first two days we had Vincent and then for the remainder of the trip we had Des. They both were very knowledgeable, friendly and caring. An unexpected highlight for us was the trip to the Barren smokehouse. We had a very interesting conversation with one of the owners. All of the accommodations were great, the food recommendations were spot on. Read more

We had a wonderful trip to Ireland. We had two guides during our stay., For the first two days we had Vincent and then for the remainder of the trip we had Des. They both were very knowledgeable, friendly and caring. An unexpected highlight for us was the trip to the Barren smokehouse. We had a very interesting conversation with one of the owners. All of the accommodations were great, the food recommendations were spot on.

Hotel Reviews
Cliff at Lyons
Co. Kildare

A wonderful way to end our vacation was to stay at the Cliff at Lyons. while we were only at the property for a short time, it is conveniently located close to Dublin airport. The property is beautiful and the staff was very friendly. They have a lovely bakery/Café on site with delicious treats.

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The Lodge at Ashford Castle
Cong

While not actually in the castle, the accommodation was terrific. I’m sure the handicap accessibility of the castle rooms didn’t fit my needs. Anyway, the accommodation was very nice the on site restaurants were great. well, the property is very large. They are more than willing to mow you around the property.

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Monks Ballyvaughan
County Clare

Well, definitely a less refined accommodation than the others we experienced, the room was clean, comfortable, and had all the modern accessories. The on site restaurant had a great seafood chowder.

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Sheen Falls Lodge
Kenmare

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Definitely worth going to the Falls restaurant, it was a highlight of our dining experiences in Ireland

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Davenport Hotel
Dublin

Wonderful hotel, friendly staff, close to the center of town.

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Activity Review
The Burren Smokehouse - Meet the Makers
The Burren Smokehouse - Meet the Makers
Ireland

This was probably the most unexpected experience we had in Ireland. We had no preconceived notion about what this experience would be like. Peter just comes up to you and starts having a conversation, taking us to various parts of the facility and ending with a lite lunch at the pub. While we probably wouldn’t have booked this experience on our own. We are surely appreciative that Eleanor pick this experience for us.

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Local specialist: Eleanor Whitticombe
Eleanor
Eleanor Whitticombe
Local specialist in Pembrokeshire, Wales | Replied on Oct 17, 2025
Dear Paul, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that your trip to Ireland was such a wonderful experience. It’s great to know that both Vincent and Des made such a positive impression: their knowledge, friendliness, and care really do make all the difference. We’re delighted you enjoyed the handpicked accommodations, dining recommendations, and especially the visit to the Burren Smokehouse, it’s one of those unexpected gems that often becomes a favorite memory. Your... Read more

Dear Paul,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that your trip to Ireland was such a wonderful experience. It’s great to know that both Vincent and Des made such a positive impression: their knowledge, friendliness, and care really do make all the difference.

We’re delighted you enjoyed the handpicked accommodations, dining recommendations, and especially the visit to the Burren Smokehouse, it’s one of those unexpected gems that often becomes a favorite memory. Your thoughtful feedback on each property is much appreciated and will be shared with our partners in Ireland.

It was such a pleasure to plan this journey for you, and we’d be delighted to help design your next adventure when you’re ready to explore again.

Warm wishes,
Eleanor

This trip was excellent! Anita did a fantasti...
Spain | Oct 4 - Oct 11, 2025

Terri
Terri N.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
This trip was excellent! Anita did a fantastic job accommodating all of our needs for our journey through Spain. Accommodations:
The hotels were excellent overall, with just one exception on our final night in Madrid. That issue was related to the hotel staff, not the trip planning itself.
Transportation & Guides:
The drivers were outstanding—each transfer was perfectly on time, and the Mercedes vans made travel very comfortable. I especially appreciated that all drivers and guides...
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This trip was excellent! Anita did a fantastic job accommodating all of our needs for our journey through Spain.

Accommodations:
The hotels were excellent overall, with just one exception on our final night in Madrid. That issue was related to the hotel staff, not the trip planning itself.

Transportation & Guides:
The drivers were outstanding—each transfer was perfectly on time, and the Mercedes vans made travel very comfortable. I especially appreciated that all drivers and guides contacted us on WhatsApp ahead of time to confirm arrivals, which gave us peace of mind. The tour guides were excellent, and I loved the small-group format of the tours.

Overall Experience:
Our 8-day itinerary was full and exciting, with visits to different cities almost every day. It was a wonderful way to see so much of Spain in a short time. My only recommendation would be to allow a bit more downtime to relax and soak in each destination.

Final Thoughts:
I would 100% recommend KimKim and will absolutely use them again for future trips!

Hotel Reviews
One Shot Recoletos 04
Madrid

Staff not so friendly or forthcoming with help or recommendations. I felt like I was putting the reception staff out when asking for restaurant recommendations. The room was cozy, clean and comfortable. Since our checkout was prior to breakfast service, the kitchen staff was nice enough to box take a way breakfast for us. Overall and "ok" experience.

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H10 Corregidor Boutique Hotel
Sevilla

Great location, staff and breakfast! We really enjoyed our stay. The lobby area was warm. The hotel bar was fantastic and the bartender was very friendly and accomodating. Highly recommend.

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H10 Palacio Colomera
Córdoba

Great location, excellent breakfast. Room was comfortable and we were abe to check in a little bit early which was very nice. Friendly staff. Highly recommend.

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U-Sense Granada Catedral Apartments
Granada

This apartment was excellent. Great location. Clean, and easy to find. Keep in mind, if you get here prior to check in, you can store your bags at their office 5 minute walk away, and they charge $5 per bag. Also, if you can check in early, there is a $30 ealy check in charge. (one or the other cost will be incurred). The office staff was amazing, friendly and incredibly helpful desite how busy they were. One note, if you use the washer/. dry and DRY your cloths, the dry will completely wrinkle your clothing..so much that an iron or steamer will not remove wrinkles. It may not be worth using it. My jeans were like a crumpled ball of aluminum foil at the cycle end. despite this, Overall - 5 star.. Loved it and would recommmend!

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7 Islas Hotel
Madrid

Excellent hotel. Wonderful staff. Breakfast was plentiful! Great location. Rooms were very spacious and clean.

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Near the Grand Via. Great, fun location.
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Activity Review
Toledo Highlights Day Excursion
Toledo Highlights Day Excursion
Madrid

Daniel was awesome. He provided a attention capturing tour and recommended a fabulous lunch spot after.

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Local specialist: Anita Matijasevic
Anita
Anita Matijasevic
Local specialist in Madrid & Florence | Replied on Oct 19, 2025

Hello Terri, thank you so much for your review! I’m glad to hear you had such a great time in Spain and that everything ran smoothly with the drivers, guides, and hotels. I’m glad you felt well taken care of along the way! It was a pleasure planning your adventure, and I’d love to help you with your next one. I wish you all the best, Anita and Espiritu Travel Team 🫶

Our KimKim guide Nikola was terrific in all a...
Slovenia | Sep 26 - Oct 11, 2025

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jim t.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
Our KimKim guide Nikola was terrific in all aspects of our trip to Slovenia and Croatia. Every detail within his scope of control occurred as planned and on schedule. Over 17 days there were occasions when we reached out to him for information, guidance and assistance in resolving issues and he always delivered promptly and effectively. We have been recommending KimKim both while traveling to people we have met and at home during the planning phase. We will definitely be using KimKim... Read more

Our KimKim guide Nikola was terrific in all aspects of our trip to Slovenia and Croatia. Every detail within his scope of control occurred as planned and on schedule. Over 17 days there were occasions when we reached out to him for information, guidance and assistance in resolving issues and he always delivered promptly and effectively. We have been recommending KimKim both while traveling to people we have met and at home during the planning phase. We will definitely be using KimKim again.

Hotel Reviews
Amadria Park Hotel Capital
Zagreb

A beautiful older European hotel with great staff

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Very short walk to the sites of Zagreb
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Armerun Heritage Hotel
Šibenik

Great location, great service and very nice onsite dining. Beautiful water view from a terrific room.

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Heritage Hotel Dea
Hvar

A very nice hotel and a great breakfast.

Boutique Villa Pearl of Plitvice
Spirito Santo Palazzo Storico
Rovinj

Great location, beautiful room and very helpful staff. Breakfast was excellent. We had a terrace room and loved the view and sunsets.

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The staff were always available and very knowledgeable and jelpful
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Hotel Gredič
Dobrovo v Brdih

Great room and hotel in a former castle in stunning Slovenian wine country equal in every way to Tuscany. The onsite restaurant is top notch, a really wonderful dining experience.

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Location
Well located in beautiful wine country
Staff
A highly automated checkin / checkout with minimal human intervention but everything was organized and efficient
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Hotel Dobra Vila
Bovec

Dobra Vila is an elegant hotel with a 1930’ish vibe. The public spaces are all beautifully appointed and terraced mountain view is unobstructed. Our room had access to a large patio with lounge chairs looking out to the mountains and sunset. The breakfast room is gorgeous and the breakfast is top notch.; we wish they also had dinner service. The bathroom was true to the hotel period decor but showering was a bit of challenge as it meant having to be in a beautiful bathtub.

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Penzion Berc
Bled

We feel we absolutely picked a great place to stay in Bled. Many of the other hotels looked dirty and tired while Penzion Berc was small, quaint, clean, and well located. The breakfast and dinner on the property were excellent. Other meals in Bled were disappointing making our choice of Penzion Berc even more pleasing. We will be recommending it to others

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An authentic alpine vibe.
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AS Boutique Hotel
Ljubljana

We stayed 2 nights and loved the hotel. Our checkin, the location, our room and breakfast were all fabulous. It was a great start to our trip

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Activity Reviews
Truffle Hunting Experience
Truffle Hunting Experience
Slovenia

A great outing that exceeded my expectations. It was interesting, hands on and the lunch provided was outstanding

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You use your own vehicle
Guided Bike Tour in Goriska Brda Wine Region
Guided Bike Tour in Goriska Brda Wine Region
Goriška Brda
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We were self guided
Transport
Bikes were excellent
Bohinj Lake Cycling Tour
Bohinj Lake Cycling Tour
Slovenia
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Traditional Slovenian Culinary Class in Bled
Traditional Slovenian Culinary Class in Bled
Slovenia

A fun and different thing to do in Bled.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very friendly mother daughter team
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Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić
Nikola
Nikola Vojvodić
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Dec 31, 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 I'm thrilled to hear that your adventure in Slovenia and Croatia exceeded your expectations. It was my pleasure to ensure every detail was taken care of, and I'm glad I could deliver on that. Thanks for recommending kimkim - it means a lot to the team and me! As you look back on the memories from last year and welcome the new year, I hope the beauty of Croatia and Slovenia stays with you. Hvala vam puno (thank you very much) again, and I hope to welcome you back soon! 🎉

KimKim travel takes great care of your travel...
Thailand | Sep 30 - Oct 11, 2025

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Neelam P.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
KimKim travel takes great care of your travel plans and needs. From pick up to airport, to guided tours and drop off to airport. Thank you so much for being part of our Thailand trip. Neelam and Manny Read more

KimKim travel takes great care of your travel plans and needs. From pick up to airport, to guided tours and drop off to airport. Thank you so much for being part of our Thailand trip.

Neelam and Manny

Hotel Review
U Chiang Mai Hotel
Chiang Mai

While the staff were very welcoming and kind, we felt this hotel needs a little renovation! The pool was black tiled and not very appealing when mosquitoes are hovering over it. The bedroom and bathroom were somewhat clean but we found mosquitoes and tiny bugs which made it a little uneasy at night. With some renovations, this property is a prime location for the Night Market and nearby restaurants.

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Location
Night Market is right on the same street
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Needs renovations
Local specialist: Kelly Lu
Kelly
Kelly Lu
Local specialist in Bangkok | Replied on Oct 13, 2025

Thank you so much for sharing your detailed feedback and for choosing KimKim Travel for your Cambodia and Thailand trip! We’re delighted to hear that you appreciated our care and service from start to finish.

We also truly value your honest comments regarding the hotel. Your insights about the room condition and mosquitoes are very helpful, and we’ll share them with our local partner to ensure improvements are made.

We’re glad you enjoyed the convenient location near the Night Market and restaurants, and we hope to welcome you again for another wonderful journey soon!

Ron was a very helpful guide, helped us on ou...
Thailand | Oct 1 - Oct 11, 2025

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Bianca R.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

Ron was a very helpful guide, helped us on our first day in Bangkok. The experiences we booked were well organized from the pick ups to the drop offs. Amazing. Didn't have to worry a least bit.

Local specialist: Kien Nguyen
Kien
Kien Nguyen
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam | Replied on Oct 13, 2025

Hi Bianca,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really happy to hear that you enjoyed your time in Thailand and that Ron helped make your experience smooth and memorable.

If you ever plan another adventure to Southeast Asia, I’d be more than happy to assist you again in creating another unforgettable journey.

Warm regards,
Kien

The most AMAZING multi-generational trip! So easy and seamless...
Greece | Jun 7 - Jun 21, 2025

Kate
Kate G.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
I presented a challenge to Chris: design a trip for a group of 10, aged 8 to 80, who have never been to Greece. He did the most amazing job. Everything happened like clockwork, even when our group didn't. The locations, the hotels, the transportation, and the guides were on point. I wholeheartedly recommend Chris and Kimkim. We bought our flights but that was not an issue even when significantly delayed; our drivers were waiting for us. Chris managed to fit in all that we wanted to see and... Read more

I presented a challenge to Chris: design a trip for a group of 10, aged 8 to 80, who have never been to Greece. He did the most amazing job. Everything happened like clockwork, even when our group didn't. The locations, the hotels, the transportation, and the guides were on point. I wholeheartedly recommend Chris and Kimkim. We bought our flights but that was not an issue even when significantly delayed; our drivers were waiting for us. Chris managed to fit in all that we wanted to see and do on our trip - visit archaeological sites, stay in relaxing hotels, and go on food and history tours. All 10 of us agree it was a trip we will never forget. My only suggestion - there was a bit too much honey and cheese in the tours (but I did ask for food tours). Thanks, Chris!

Local specialist: Chris Gravas
Chris
Chris Gravas
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Oct 13, 2025

Dear Katie,

Thank you very much for your kind words! I'm very happy that everything went smoothly from start to finish and that you all enjoyed this trip, from the youngest to the oldest traveler. Your recommendation is very much appreciated, as well as your feedback on the food tours - we will share that with our partners.

I wish you all the best, safe future travels, and I would love to plan your next adventure to Greece again and/or Italy!

Kind regards,
Chris

When we began to look for a safari, and there...
Kenya | Sep 22 - Oct 6, 2025

Kenneth
Kenneth W.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
When we began to look for a safari, and there are many companies, we were fortunate to communicate with Joseph at Kim Kim. I had never heard of them but boy did they please us with a terrific safari. First they customized the trip based on what we wanted not a set plan. Second we had George Ke (ask for him) as our diver and host. That's right. We paid less than we did for a 4 day shorter trip 2 years ago and had a private driver. He is wonderful. Beauty of Kim Kim is that no matter what... Read more

When we began to look for a safari, and there are many companies, we were fortunate to communicate with Joseph at Kim Kim. I had never heard of them but boy did they please us with a terrific safari. First they customized the trip based on what we wanted not a set plan. Second we had George Ke (ask for him) as our diver and host. That's right. We paid less than we did for a 4 day shorter trip 2 years ago and had a private driver. He is wonderful. Beauty of Kim Kim is that no matter what or how many questions I had Joseph always responded positively and helped us get the most. If you see something you like give Kim Kim a chance to bid and design a plan and you will pay less and get so much more. Our tirp was 14 days long ( short), we visited 7 Game parks ( no fences just reserved lands that animals could wander in) and saw 54 different species of animals of course including the big 5 plus so many more. George our guide has amazing et=yes to see then when we never would. By having a private driver you could stay longer at the filed where we found 30 (thirty) giraffes or move quicker if we didn't find what we wanted. We saw dozens of lions and Rhino. A few Cheetahs and Leopards; Hundreds of Zebra, Wildebeest, elephants ... the list keeps on going. We were 10 to 50' from all of the animals. They will provide an experience you will talk about to your friends for the rest of your life. Check them all out but if you give Kim Kim a try you will be so happy. One of our must do's is to go on safari in September/ October in the dry season. The animals must find water daily so they move around. Be sure and do a night drive to see animals that don't come out until after dark. What ever you do GO. We have been to 102 countries and the safari beats them all hands down. We can't wait to use Kim Kim for our other trips now. If you want to talk more tell joseph to give you my email address and I will

Hotel Reviews
Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

When you go on safari this is what you hope your accommodations will be like. We saw 12 different species of animals and all of them, in large quantities, visited the two water ponds right outside the lodge. Every animal species we saw cam to drink during the day. While it sits in the second largest game reserve in the country somehow the animals know it and love to come. 50 elephants, zebras, Cape buffalo and so many other animals came each night to drink and bathe. Food was great and as in every place we went in Kenya the people were incredible

Naivasha Sopa Lodge
Nairobi

This was quite a surprise and an elegant place to stay. Waking the grounds next to you are Zebras, Water Bucks, giraffes and Hippos come into a protected area at night but fenced off. Food spectacular. The nearest park is Hells Gate reserve and t had limited animals but take the boat for an 45 minute cruise to the island and walk beside a number of animals. Worth the experience. The hotel was special

Olive Bush Camp

Your tent cabin is on the Mara River and you feel like you should being on safari. Never met more friendly and accommodating staff and they made the stay special. The Mara is huge so a lot of driving to do but you are rewarded with an incredible number and kinds of animals. Don't miss the Olive

Sarova Lion Hill Hotel
Nairobi

This was a huge surprise as when we arrived we thought it a very small park. Food and entertainment excellent. We found a mile square filed with 30 giraffe. Lions and cubs, and miles and miles to drive. You will love thsi area

Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Nanyuki

An amazing facility with tent camps ( just a name as they are very nice with all the facilities you need in your room)that face the animals. Don't come out at night as you may meet one but very safe and tons of animals. Food is fabulous and staff will meet your every need

Fair Acres Boutique Hotel
Karen, Nairobi. P. O Box 1121 – 00208 Nairobi.

One a piece of Paradise in the middle of a huge city. It's like having your own oasis. You will love the setting and the people and it's near the Nairobi game preserve.

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Activity Reviews
 Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park

Holy smoke it was like driving into the Sahara desert the roads were so dry and deep with sand. Certainly not worth the 5 mile entrance to find a few animals. Our least favorite stop

Maasai Mara National Reserve
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara

It is sooooooo big you have to drive a lot, over very rough roads to see animals but this is where you will find Cheetahs and leopards

Maasai Mara Game Drives & Hot Air Balloon Ride
Maasai Mara Game Drives & Hot Air Balloon Ride
Masai Mara

Balloon was a great experience. Short trip but over hundreds of animals and the breakfast was to die for

Lake Nakuru Full Day Game Drives
Lake Nakuru Full Day Game Drives
Nakuru

Nice park, a lot of animals and worth 2 days

David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Kenya

Nice concept to save some abandoned elephants but you will be as close on your game drives so not a must for us

Ol Pejeta Conservancy Game Drives
Ol Pejeta Conservancy Game Drives
Ol Pejeta Conservancy

worth a couple of days at most but quality place to visit and stay

Lake Naivasha Hells Gate National Park
Lake Naivasha Hells Gate National Park
Kenya

after all we had seen this was a bust. Very few animals and very small. Not worth the time and distance compared what we had seen on our safaris

Nairobi National Park
Nairobi National Park
Kenya

It is right beside the city but no fences and animals stay at will. Our first stop and we saw 18 different species of animlas including many Rhino. Amazing start to a terrific safari time

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Local specialist: Joseph Thuo
Joseph
Joseph Thuo
Local specialist in Nairobi, Kenya | Replied on Oct 13, 2025
Hi Kenneth,
Wow — what an incredible message! Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed and heartfelt review of your safari experience. I’m truly happy to hear that everything worked out so well and that both George and the itinerary made your trip special.
It means a lot to know you enjoyed the personalized planning process and that the adventure lived up to your expectations — especially given how much you’ve travelled! I’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to...
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Hi Kenneth,
Wow — what an incredible message! Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed and heartfelt review of your safari experience. I’m truly happy to hear that everything worked out so well and that both George and the itinerary made your trip special.
It means a lot to know you enjoyed the personalized planning process and that the adventure lived up to your expectations — especially given how much you’ve travelled! I’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to George; he’ll be thrilled to hear your feedback.
We’d absolutely love to help you plan your next trip whenever you’re ready. And thank you as well for being open to share your experience with others — it really helps future travelers get a sense of what to expect.
Warm regards,
Joseph

Othman was incredibly helpful throughout the ...
Iceland | Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2025

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Ian G.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

Othman was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process, answering any and all questions I had regarding the trip. He was quick to respond with any added requests that I had. He is the reason our engagement trip was so unforgettable!

Local specialist: Othman A
Othman
Othman A
Local specialist in Montreal / Iceland | Replied on Oct 12, 2025

Thank you so much, Ian, for your kind words! It was a real pleasure helping you plan such a special trip, and I’m thrilled to hear Iceland was unforgettable. Wishing you both all the best for the future!

Pedro organized an amazing 10-day itinerary for our Portugal trip in late September
Portugal | Sep 29 - Oct 8, 2025

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Scott S.
Wauwatosa, WI | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
Pedro organized an amazing 10-day itinerary for our group of six in Portugal. All accommodations and activities were perfect. Throughout the journey, Pedro maintained regular communication to ensure smooth progress and offered timely assistance as needed.
Pedro did an outstanding job coordinating and communicating with our drivers and tour guides. Claudia led our Lisbon Historic Odyssey Private Walking & Tastings tour; Ricardo guided us through Pena Palace; and Catarina provided...
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Pedro organized an amazing 10-day itinerary for our group of six in Portugal. All accommodations and activities were perfect. Throughout the journey, Pedro maintained regular communication to ensure smooth progress and offered timely assistance as needed.
Pedro did an outstanding job coordinating and communicating with our drivers and tour guides. Claudia led our Lisbon Historic Odyssey Private Walking & Tastings tour; Ricardo guided us through Pena Palace; and Catarina provided insightful commentary on Porto's Historic Odyssey Private Walking Tour. Each guide shared valuable knowledge about local history, culture, landmarks, and restaurant recommendations.
Drivers Carlos and Ricardo were a joy to ride with. Both enjoyed sharing information about landmarks, city histories, and dining options.
The trip included numerous memorable experiences, such as:
• A day excursion to Sintra, including a tour of Pena Palace.
• An impressive Fado Dinner at Mesa de Frades Restaurant.
• The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience, featuring a boat journey along the Douro River and concluding with a private tour, tastings, and lunch at Quinta da Pacheca Winery.
• A Hands-On Culinary Experience Baking Pastel de Nata

Scott

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Cascais Miragem
Cascais

fabulous breakfast bar included and staff were helpful with recommendations

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Eurostars Porto Douro
Porto

fabulous breakfast bar included and staff were helpful with recommendations

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10 to 20 minute walk to majority of the activities in the city
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Hotel Vincci Liberdade
Lisbon

fabulous breakfast bar included and staff were helpful with recommendations

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Great place to stay
Activity Reviews
Private Douro River Escape: 1-Hour Exclusive Cruise
Private Douro River Escape: 1-Hour Exclusive Cruise
Portugal

A nice relaxing boat tour down the Douro River. Our guide did an amazing job of sharing the history of the area.

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The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover
The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover
Porto

Nice experience learning about Portugal's Port Wines.

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Exploring the Art of Pastel de Nata on a A Hands-On Culinary Group Experience
Exploring the Art of Pastel de Nata on a A Hands-On Culinary Group Experience
Lisbon

A fun experience learning how to bake Pastel de Nata.

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Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto

Claudia did an outstanding job of sharing the history of the city, culture, landmarks and recommending restaurants.

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Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch
Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch
Portugal

The wine tour, tasting, and lunch were amazing. Wine and food were outstanding. I recommend this be a must stop in travel plans.

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Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service
Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service
Portugal

Highly recommend doing this The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience.

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Ricardo was a joy to ride with. He enjoyed sharing landmarks, history of the cities we drove through and recommending restaurants
Discover Sintra with a Private Guide and Driver – 8-Hour Tour with Skip-the-Line Access to Pena Palace
Discover Sintra with a Private Guide and Driver – 8-Hour Tour with Skip-the-Line Access to Pena Palace
Portugal

Ricardo was our guide for Pena Palace tour. He did an amazing job of explaining the history and culture

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Ricardo was an amazing tour guide
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Carlos was a joy to ride with. He enjoyed sharing landmarks, history of the cities we drove through and recommending restaurants
4-Hour Private Driver Service in Belém
4-Hour Private Driver Service in Belém
Lisbon

Carlos was a joy to ride with. He enjoyed sharing landmarks, history of the cities we drove through and recommending restaurants.

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Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner
Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner
Portugal

Our party of 6 enjoy the Portuguese culture Fado dinner experience. Highly recommend seeing this Fado experience.

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Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon

Catarina did an outstanding job of sharing landmarks, history of the cities we drove through and recommending restaurants

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To Eat Suggestion: Pinóquio
To Eat Suggestion: Pinóquio
Lisbon

Their menu had many options to select from. We had a party of 6 and we all enjoyed our dinner.

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Oct 13, 2025

Hey Scott,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! I am delighted to hear you had such a memorable experience.
I am especially glad you enjoyed the rich cultural experiences, delicious cuisine, and the unique local insights along the way.
We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Catrina and Beatrice are Travel Goddesses
Italy | Sep 29 - Oct 10, 2025

Joe
Joe O.
Southport, NC | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

This was by far the best vacation my wife and I have ever taken. And it was all due to the detailed planning by Catrina and the exceptional on sight concierge service provided by Beatrice. Every single detail was planned and executed to perfection. Every lodging, travel, and activity were spot on and fit our expectations exactly. I can not stress enough how much the up front planning and the on ground communication during the trip made a difference. Fantastico!!

Local specialist: Caterina Belvedere
Caterina
Caterina Belvedere
Local specialist in Arsoli (Rome) | Replied on Oct 17, 2025

Dear Joe,
Thank you so much for sharing these kind words!
Beatrice and I are both deeply grateful 🥰for your appreciation. Knowing that every detail came together perfectly and that you felt supported during your travels is exactly what we aim for.
"Grazie di cuore," and we look forward to helping you plan your next "fantastica" adventure!
Caterina

Both guides were terrific.
France | Sep 27 - Oct 4, 2025

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Blaire V.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Both guides were terrific.

Local specialist: Amandine Dumas
Amandine
Amandine Dumas
Local specialist in Villefranche sur Saône | Replied on Oct 15, 2025

Thank you for your comment, Blaire! We’re so glad you enjoyed both guides 😊 Hope to see you again on another adventure!

Antonia and Nikola were fantastic! Highly recommend them.
Croatia | Sep 24 - Oct 8, 2025

Rich
Rich S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Antonia and Nikola were fantastic! This was our first visit to Croatia so we needed “boots on the ground” to identify and schedule the best places to see the country and to arrange accommodations that met our needs. The process couldn’t have been smoother.

They also were very responsive to our needs to make changes on the fly when we needed them.

I definitely recommend them for anyone planning to visit Croatia.

Local specialist: Antonia Šutić Ljuština

Istanbul: Bari was amazing, knew everything ...
Turkey | Sep 27 - Oct 10, 2025

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Nicholas d.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Istanbul: Bariş was amazing, knew everything and everyone, including most of the police officers.
Antalya: Gigi very sweet, didn't slow down at all, despite condition
Uraz: very physically fit, went lots of places, funny with Americanisms: "blah blah blah"

Local specialist: Zehra Alper

Chris and team were outstanding on every dimension for a self-direct 18 day Greece vacation
Greece | Sep 23 - Oct 10, 2025

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Tom D.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
Chris and the Travel12 team did an outstanding job of preparing and supporting a fantastic 18 day itinerary for a self-directed Culture, Sightseeing and multi-stop Greece vacation. Chris suggested mainland destinations and island stays that really highlighted the diversity of what Greece has to offer. He punctuated the trip with a mix a small group activities and self-drive / self tour options that really suited experienced travelers like ourselves. He also made adjustments to the... Read more

Chris and the Travel12 team did an outstanding job of preparing and supporting a fantastic 18 day itinerary for a self-directed Culture, Sightseeing and multi-stop Greece vacation. Chris suggested mainland destinations and island stays that really highlighted the diversity of what Greece has to offer. He punctuated the trip with a mix a small group activities and self-drive / self tour options that really suited experienced travelers like ourselves. He also made adjustments to the initial proposed itinerary to meet our cost and experience expectations
Plus while in country the Travel12 team help make a number of real-time revisions to accommodate the weather changes (i.e. rain). The responses and updates were made within short time making it easy to adjust our daily schedules.
Always polite, helpful and responsive. Really a great effort

Hotel Reviews
Avra Hotel
Rafina, Attica

Fine for a quick overnight necessitated by travel. Nice sea view, comfortable beds. An actually a good hotel restaurant with a small discount so we didn't have to go out in the middle of travel layover.

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Lithies Traditional Homes
Thíra

Really fantastic room, location, views and of course our hostess Maria - the sweetest! Loved the Caldera gives and the fantastic cave rooms - huge, with plenty of open space - tables - outdoor spaces, flowers. Just beautiful Plus inside a full kitchen and 2nd bathroom (which we didn't have need to use). Plenty of bottled water, beverages in fridge, excellent light breakfast delivered right on time. Plus away from crowds. And immaculate. Great location away from cruise ship crowds. Best stay on our trip

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A cave room in Santorini - as nice as it gets
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On the caldera - views for miles - tables, lounges, near restaurants and Fira - good pickup location for transfers
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Maria and her staff are the best!
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Everything was cleaned and immaculate
Syrou Melathron
Hermoupolis, Syros

Great room and amazing sea views - loved breakfast up on the roof. Reasonable walk from main square. Bed is quite hard - but that seems to be a little more common in Greece. This would be 5 star except the room right over the main road out of town so noise from cars and especially motorcycles was enough to disturb sleep till after 12p and starting up again at 5am. For lighter sleeper it was loud enough (even with good windows/doors) to wake us up at times.

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Leto Nuevo Hotel
Nafplio

Great views good beds very clean and inviting. I'd give it a 5 except for the following - issue is they kept locking the outside door hours early (supposed to be 11p and first night it poured rain and we forgot to bring the door code so at 10p we had to stand in rain and dark and call to get someone to give code so we can get in). Next night locked at 9p and there was another guest waiting who couldn't get in - but we had the code by then) When asked the next day they said it was an exception - but two nights in a row is not an exception

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Nidimos Hotel Delphi
Delphi

Hotel is ok but not great, location not bad but very soft beds, basic room (ascetically cold) - weird small bathroom. Marginal breakfast. It just wasn't an inviting place. One plus was the parking.

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Tsikeli Hotel Meteora
Meteora

Great location with access to mountains and restaurants. Excellent breakfast and hotel restaurant very good

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Athens Ivy Suites
Athens

Perfect location for central Athens - nice sized room and comfortable beds. Large bathroom

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Activity Reviews
Premium Morning Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Premium Morning Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Santorini

We switched and did the sunset. Great food some excellent views. The winds that day required course adjusting - so no beaches. But all in very comfortable and pleasant. A little hectic with transfers and getting on the boat - but that's what it is. Another must do.

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Santorini Highlights & Akrotiri
Santorini Highlights & Akrotiri
Santorini

Great guide - a good way to spend the a half day in Santorini - in and out of crowds and something other than Fira and Oia. Liked seeing the variety. Enjoyed the tasting and the ancient ruins. All in very worthwhile

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Island-Hopping to Hydra from Nafplio
Island-Hopping to Hydra from Nafplio
Nafplio

Great to see Hydra - but a 2 hour ride each way from hotel was bit much. It's a cute town - and not sorry we did it - but also wouldn't put it at the top of the list.

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Lunch with Olive Grove View
Lunch with Olive Grove View
Greece

What a wonderful family and learned a lot about olives and olive oil. Best tasting lunch on our entire trip. Amazing views over the ancient olive groves. A huge surprise at how much we liked it. (Also order a case to be shipped home). We were the only two that day so it was like a private tasting and lunch

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Best lunch - beans and moussaka - plus all the olives and tasting
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Private Panoramic Meteora Tour
Private Panoramic Meteora Tour
Meteora

We didn't really need this tour because we had our own car and it was mostly just transportation. We go a refund because what we ended up on was not a private tour

Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour
Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour
Athens

Great guide. Everything as expected. Good stories and more than enough time for pictures, lingering and excellent info on side questions.

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Local specialist: Christos Kariotis

Said arranged for a wonderful trip for us. Ka...
Morocco | Sep 27 - Oct 10, 2025

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Beth T.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
Said arranged for a wonderful trip for us. Karim was our driver and was fantastic! He shared his fascinating personal stories with us and navigated difficult traffic always with calm and a smile! A warm and caring person who was with us from beginning to end. We had some excellent day guides as well - Mohammad in Marrakesh and Sharif in Fes. I would not recommend the cooking class - not worth it and really just watching people make lunch. Otherwise the hotels and Riads were all wonderful -... Read more

Said arranged for a wonderful trip for us. Karim was our driver and was fantastic! He shared his fascinating personal stories with us and navigated difficult traffic always with calm and a smile! A warm and caring person who was with us from beginning to end. We had some excellent day guides as well - Mohammad in Marrakesh and Sharif in Fes. I would not recommend the cooking class - not worth it and really just watching people make lunch. Otherwise the hotels and Riads were all wonderful - Riad Mohktar in Tangier; Riad Pelerin in Marrakesh and Riad Lina in Chefchaouen and Riad Braya in Fes - all amazing. We were 2 couples travelling and this trip did not disappoint. Well paced!

Hotel Reviews
Riad Mokhtar Tanger
Tangier

Excellent hospitable staff. Rooms were clean and comfortable. We had a problem with our AC and the staff were fast and followed up to ensure it was rectified.

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Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouen

Location, dinners, rooms were all great

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Riad Braya
Fes Medina

Mohamed was so kind and warm. Very hospitable place. Rooms were spacious and clean. Food was good.

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Mohammad stood out.
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Dar Imlil
Imlil

Rooms were spacious and clean. Not many places to choose from In Imlil. Staff were friendly. Dinners were tasty.

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Riad Le Pèlerin
Marrakech

Excellent. Clean and beautiful decor. Rooms are small but comfortable and you don’t spend much time in them!

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Beds were best we had on the trip
Activity Reviews
Goat cheese tasting experience at Domaine de La Pommeraie
Goat cheese tasting experience at Domaine de La Pommeraie
Fes

This was a fun short excursion and something to add on but not a “must do”.

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Private Cooking Class in Fes
Private Cooking Class in Fes
Fes

This was a bomb. The guide didn’t really give us any information. We waited for an hour on a bench with no instructions. The “class” was really watching a woman cook us lunch. We chopped an onion and a few tomatoes. Zero instruction. Then we ate lunch which was almost inedible. The guide was nowhere to be found so we left.

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Dine with a Local Family
Dine with a Local Family
Morocco

Really enjoyed this! Very fun way to help a local family and learn more about culture and food. They had two young kids visiting which made the stay even better.

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The Tizi n'Mzik Pass Day hike
The Tizi n'Mzik Pass Day hike
Morocco

Much more technical than I appreciated.

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Marrakech Evening Food Tour
Marrakech Evening Food Tour
Marrakesh

Mohammad was great!

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Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Marrakesh

Mohammad was excellent. Not pushy. Went at our pace. Personable and fun to hang out with.

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Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Oct 12, 2025

Hello Beth,

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely review!

We’re so happy to hear that you had such a memorable journey and that Karim, Mohammad, and Sharif made your time in Morocco so special. They’ll be very happy to hear your kind words.

We also appreciate your feedback about the cooking class, it’s helpful for us as we continue refining each experience to ensure it feels more authentic and hands-on.

It was a pleasure to craft this journey for you, and we hope to welcome you back for another Moroccan adventure soon!

Warm regards,
Hamza

We loved driving the Ring Road. Too many si...
Iceland | Sep 15 - Sep 22, 2025

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Mike H.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
We loved driving the Ring Road. Too many sights to see and all very easy to access because of your great drive instructions Read more

We loved driving the Ring Road. Too many sights to see and all very easy to access because of your great drive instructions

Hotel Reviews
CenterHotel Klopp
Reykjavík
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Hotel Búðir
Búðir
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Centrum Hotel
Akureyri
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Hotel 1001 Nott
Egilsstadir
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Hótel Klaustur
Kirkjubæjarklaustur
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Hótel Grímsborgir by Keahotels
Ásborgir
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Reykjavík Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavík

Good location. Interesting views of harbor. Good breakfast. Could be a little cleaner.

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Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Oct 14, 2025

Thank you for the kind review Mike. I am happy you had s great time on the island's famous ring road and I do hope we'll see you in Iceland again
Gummi

10 star trip! Noga et al worked relentlessly ...
Iceland | Sep 30 - Oct 9, 2025

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Deborah M.
Honolulu, HI | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
10 star trip! Noga et al worked relentlessly to help us customize the exact trip we wanted including waterfalls, geyser, lagoons, glacier/ice cave hike and 3x Northern Lights!
It was perfect with 2- 2.5 hour drives each day. The hotels were comfy with great breakfast buffets. We loved the ice cave hike with our guide Sylvester and the snorkeling in Silfra Fissure with our guide Aidan. Everyone at Kimkim answered our questions immediately. We lucked out as the weather never interrupted our...
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10 star trip! Noga et al worked relentlessly to help us customize the exact trip we wanted including waterfalls, geyser, lagoons, glacier/ice cave hike and 3x Northern Lights!
It was perfect with 2- 2.5 hour drives each day. The hotels were comfy with great breakfast buffets. We loved the ice cave hike with our guide Sylvester and the snorkeling in Silfra Fissure with our guide Aidan. Everyone at Kimkim answered our questions immediately. We lucked out as the weather never interrupted our plans with just some passing showers. Not only that, we were greeted by the Northern Lights when we flew in over Greenland and then we saw them two more times in Iceland! This was an unforgettable trip! If you go, be sure to bring completely waterproof hiking boots and rain jacket and rain pants! Kimkim made everything easy for us! Thanks so much! Debbie

Local specialist: Noga Heyman
Noga
Noga Heyman
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Nov 02, 2025

Thank you, Debbie! It was so much fun working with you and I'm glad you had such an incredible experience. Seeing the northern lights three times is a real treat! We're here if you ever decide to do a return visit to this beautiful island 😊

We had the most wonderful trip. All of our gu...
Peru | Aug 20 - Aug 30, 2025

Alexandria
Alexandria T.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
We had the most wonderful trip. All of our guides were phenomenal and the accommodations were lovely. Read more

We had the most wonderful trip. All of our guides were phenomenal and the accommodations were lovely.

Hotel Reviews
El Mapi by Inkaterra
Cusco

Very cool stay z would stay here again.

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StarLodge

What an incredible experience! Staff was incredible. Will recommend to everyone.

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Casa Andina Premium Villas
Urubamba

Incredible experience- will absolutely revisit and bring kids next time.

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Quinta San Blas by Ananay Hotels
Cusco

Very limited options. Clean, but no tv, no fridge, no heat during certain hours. Will not stay here again or recommend others. Staff was very friendly.

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Hotel Antigua Miraflores
Lima

Wonderful hotel in a great location. Would absolutely stay here again and recommend others. Food was great, service was lovely, and rooms were perfect (including fridge & tv).

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Activity Reviews
Rainbow Mountain Trek
Rainbow Mountain Trek
Peru

Hike up was steep but worth it - it took us about 1.5 hrs to hike. What a cool sight to see!

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Discovering the Treasures of Machu Picchu
Discovering the Treasures of Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes/ Machu Picchu

Originally I wanted to justleave this review as: its machu picchu, need i say more? In short, it was unbelievable. In long, the tour made the difference. Our guide was fantastic, answering all questions and giving us a tour we would have absolutely not gotten had we gone independently. She picked the trails we went on strategically based history, pure convenience for photo opportunities, and crowd control. This tour made it unforgettable, not just unbelievable.

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StarLodge Adventure Suites
StarLodge Adventure Suites
Peru

We had no idea what we were getting into but it was incredible! In short, we climbed up the mountain and zip lined (6 times) down. What an incredible experience- kept the adrenaline pumping, the views were spectacular and you can hire an incredible photographer. Highly recommend for a once in a lifetime experience.

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Sacred Valley Tour: Pisac, Maras and Moray  & Lunch at Mountain View
Sacred Valley Tour: Pisac, Maras and Moray & Lunch at Mountain View
Peru

This was a very cool tour. The restaurant where lunch was served was delicious and the views were phenomenal. The salt mines were very cool. We enjoyed the brief history lesson and bringing home some salty souvenirs. Learning about the pre-incan and incan planting techniques and mountain side tombs was also a suprisingly fascinating highlight. Would recommend this tour.

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Fly to Cusco, and Sacred Valley Expedition: Exploring Chinchero and Urubamba
Fly to Cusco, and Sacred Valley Expedition: Exploring Chinchero and Urubamba
Peru

This was a cool "entry" experience to the culture. We got our first taste of ancient sites and the weaving experience and demonstrations were fascinating.

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Pachamanca Lunch at El Albergue Farm in Ollantaytambo
Pachamanca Lunch at El Albergue Farm in Ollantaytambo
Peru

Unbelievable experience- way more than we were expecting. This place was incredible - they had a spacious farm, international elementary aged school, animals, coffee distillery, and liquor distillery. Not to.mwntion the practice of cooking the food was insightful and delicious.

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Lima Food Tour
Lima Food Tour
Peru

Food was delicious, tour Guide was fantastic - she provided us with a detailed email at the end containing thw dishes we ate, restaurants we ate at and some recipes! The travel was easy with driver picking us up at, and dropping us off directly from our hotel, and everything in between.

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Local specialist: Kristy Tizon
Kristy
Kristy Tizon
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Oct 18, 2025

Hi Alexandria,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I’m so happy to hear you had such a great anniversary trip. It was a joy helping plan this special celebration for you both. Wishing you many more adventures (and anniversaries!) ahead!

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Kimkim has handpicked the world’s top local travel specialists so you will have peace of mind and an unforgettable trip that meets your exact requirements.

Authentic travel experiences

Kimkim’s local specialists ensure that you will have the best experience based on up-to-date local insights. On top of that, the vast majority of your money will go straight to support and grow local economies.

Secure & easy booking

Once you are happy with the trip, you can easily book via kimkim’s secure payment platform.

Local support during your trip

You can always reach your local specialist with a quick message or call in case you hit a snag during your trip, or simply want some great local recommendations.