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Explore far and wide , Brazil .
Brazil | Aug 21 - Sep 7, 2024

Marur Dev
Marur Dev D.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024
My son and I who are Philadelphia Eagles fans, visited Brazil, from August and September of 2024. Our 20-day tour of Brazil included stops at Sao Paulo, Paraty, Angra Dos Reis, Rio De Janeiro, Iguacu Falls, Jumo Lodge in Amazon Jungle near Manaus, the historic City of Salvador, Chapdada National Park at Lincois . Thanks to Kim Kim's tour specialist Sara Martinel, our tour and experiences of Brazil was beyond amazing!! Prior to the start of the tour, we shared with Sara what we wanted to do... Read more

My son and I who are Philadelphia Eagles fans, visited Brazil, from August and September of 2024. Our 20-day tour of Brazil included stops at Sao Paulo, Paraty, Angra Dos Reis, Rio De Janeiro, Iguacu Falls, Jumo Lodge in Amazon Jungle near Manaus, the historic City of Salvador, Chapdada National Park at Lincois . Thanks to Kim Kim's tour specialist Sara Martinel, our tour and experiences of Brazil was beyond amazing!! Prior to the start of the tour, we shared with Sara what we wanted to do such as including but not limited to hiking on mountains, snorkeling in the ocean, visit the waterfalls and magnificent caves, appreciate the history and culture and cuisines of Brazil and she made it happen!

Our daily trips were well thought out and provided a variety of options and recommendations! She tailored our trip and itinerary such a way that we were able to travel on road between certain cities to enjoy and appreciate the landscape! Each day we were provided accurate and specific driving plan with stops programmed in and links to other optional places. Travel arrangements were beyond imagination. From the moment we arrived at Sao Paulo, the transfer services from the airport to hotel and hotel to the domestic airports were like timer on a clock. The professional tour guides she selected for us were well informed and kept a pace we could keep. The list of tour guides we has were Alberto Cardoso and Andre Van Berg in Rio, Leon Courtman in Amazon Jungle, Ray Salvador in Salvador and Roco Belletti in Sao Paulo were amazing. These guides commented on wide variety of things in Brazil from Amazon rain forests to history of Salvador and other significance with each place and were recetive to questions and adjustment to the tour. The drivers we had were fantastic. Hotels and the Juma Lodge Sara selected for us were exceeded our expectations.

This was my first time using Kimkim and we highly recommend to other. I can’t wait to use them again!

Hotel Reviews
Pousada do Principe
Paraty

Nice hotel

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Nobile Hotel Copacabana Design
Rio de Janeiro

Very nice hotel and convenient location.

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Viale Cataratas
Foz do Iguaçu
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Novotel Manaus
Manaus
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Juma Amazon Lodge
Autazes

We had the best experience at the Lodge from the location, ambiance, food and staff.

Authenticity & Character
Built with natural wood including the swimming pool built into the lake
Location
Lodge is located in the middle of a lake and atmosphere is very quite and serene.
Staff
Very nice and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean
Bahiacafe Hotel
Salvador

Beautiful historic building located in a historic district. View of the bay from the dining room windows was magnificient

Authenticity & Character
A historic building is converted to a hotel with all historic architecture still contained in the building.
Location
Conveniently located to all historic buildings and tourist spots and restaurants and activities. Every location within the historic district is walkable
Staff
Staffs speak good English
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel de Lençóis
Lençóis - BA

An historic building converted to a hotel but looks like a beautiful lodge. The entire ambience is so beautiful that we spent significant amount of time walking in and around the hotel. Dining hall is an open air pavilion with an 180 degree view of the nature. Birds simply sit next us while we eat our morning breakfast. We could hear the bird chirping every morning.

Authenticity & Character
Simply it looks like a lodge that is generally built in a jungle
Location
Located at the highest point in Lincois and is next to a beautiful municipal park with multiple water falls.
Staff
Staff were very friendly and cordial.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean facility
Wyndham São Paulo Paulista
Sao Paulo

Nice hotel

Authenticity & Character
Nothing can be improved due to constraint with the building structure
Location
Conveniently located close to other attractions in Sao Paulo.
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
private transfer from Paraty to Rio with stop in Angra for boat tour
private transfer from Paraty to Rio with stop in Angra for boat tour
Brazil

Our driver was very friendly and helpful. Our stay in Paraty was short but we appreciated and enjoyed the time we spent in the Historic Center District

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Telegraph Stone RJ
Telegraph Stone RJ
Rio de Janeiro

One of the best experiences I ever had visiting this Telegraph Stone . Our guide was Andre Van Berg. He picked us from our hotel in Copacabana in the morning and drove to village. .I just turned 65 and the hike takes about an hour to reach the top of the mountain with an elevation gain of 1100 feet.. It was a little tuff going up . But our guide and my son kept the slow to pace to help me climb the mountain. The view of the surround area from the top of the mountain was breathtaking and the pictures were some of the best pictures I have ever taken on a vacation.

Quality of Experience
Hiking a steep mountain (1100 feet tall) and taking photos at the telegraph stone is simply an amazing experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide Andre was very knowledgeable and understand what it takes to hike a steep mountain. He himself was very fit and agile.
Transport
Andre used his own car to drive us from Copacabana to the village and back to Rio. On the way back to Rio, he drove along the coast and showed us numerous beautiful beaches including Ipanema and Leblon
Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden Rio de Janeiro
Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro

Tijuca One of the best botanical gardens I have seen in a while. The extensive selection of plants and trees are labelled. Many of the species were brought from different parts of the world and plated and grown in this garden. There were many that I hadn’t seen before. I was amazed at how they were able to grow so much in the garden. Tijuca Forest is actually largest urban forest in the world. Also, it is growing on steep mountains located adjacent to Rio. We were told by our guide Alberto Cardoso that Tijuca forest was actually created by the reforestation efforts in the late 1800s. The view of Rio from the top of the forest is amazing. Also, the Christ the Redeemer , a colossal statue of Christ is located at the top of one of the mountain peaks in the Tijuca Forest.

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Local specialist: Sara Martinel

Argentina, a dream destination come true!
Argentina | Aug 29 - Sep 7, 2024

Kaitlin
Kaitlin J.
Brooklyn, NY | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024
Flor did an incredible job making our ideas reality! She managed to get everything we asked for plus more! From Buenos Aries to Mendoza to Iguazu Falls to Ushuaia! All in our 11 day frame! We got as much of the diverse Argentina as we could possibly get! These trips are the once a year time I get to see my bestie so thank you so much Flor for everything you do/did for us! For anyone who gets a chance to work with this amazing person you can rest easy knowing she will do her best to get you... Read more

Flor did an incredible job making our ideas reality! She managed to get everything we asked for plus more! From Buenos Aries to Mendoza to Iguazu Falls to Ushuaia! All in our 11 day frame! We got as much of the diverse Argentina as we could possibly get! These trips are the once a year time I get to see my bestie so thank you so much Flor for everything you do/did for us! For anyone who gets a chance to work with this amazing person you can rest easy knowing she will do her best to get you exactly what you ask for! Flor was very tentative, responsive, gave great advice and wonderful options. Any questions we had she answered right away! On top of that, we had amazing guides, tours and drivers! We learned so much about the history at each place we went! Saw amazing tango dancers, ate delicious food, drank fantastic wine and had so many write home about experiences! Thank you Flor for an amazing time!!

Local specialist: Flor Bonis

My daughter and I traveled around Italy and h...
Italy | Aug 28 - Sep 5, 2024

Megan
Megan S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024
My daughter and I traveled around Italy and had a blast. Francesco developed the perfect itinerary for us. We went to Rome (saw the Colosseum, Trevi fountain, Spanish steps, Palatine Hill) then on to Sorrento to experience the Amalfi coast (had a day trip to Capri (my favorite) and another day trip to see the rest of the coast) and lastly experienced Venice and all it had to offer. Unfortunately we missed our connecting flight to Rome to start the trip and we reached out to Francesco and he... Read more

My daughter and I traveled around Italy and had a blast. Francesco developed the perfect itinerary for us. We went to Rome (saw the Colosseum, Trevi fountain, Spanish steps, Palatine Hill) then on to Sorrento to experience the Amalfi coast (had a day trip to Capri (my favorite) and another day trip to see the rest of the coast) and lastly experienced Venice and all it had to offer. Unfortunately we missed our connecting flight to Rome to start the trip and we reached out to Francesco and he was able to cancel our private transfer, let the hotel know we would be late, and rescheduled the tours we had scheduled for that day. He kept us calm and made everything easy peasy! It was the trip of a lifetime and we will forever recommend KimKim for any travel needs!!

Hotel Reviews
Pantheon Inn
Rome
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Tasso Suites & Spa
Sorrento
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Hotel Firenze
Venice
Authenticity & Character
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Very nice location, but difficult to find initally
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Colosseum, Roman Forums and Palatine Hill
Colosseum, Roman Forums and Palatine Hill
Rome

Our guide was informational and fun!

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Local specialist: Francesco Ferraiuolo
Francesco
Francesco Ferraiuolo
Local specialist in Rome | Replied on Sep 20, 2024
Ciao Megan,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure helping you and Lexi create such a special trip through Italy. I’m so glad you enjoyed every stop, from the history of Rome to the breathtaking beauty of the Amalfi Coast and magical Venice. Capri is definitely a gem—I’m happy to hear it was your favorite!
I’m grateful I could help smooth things over when your flight was delayed, and I’m thrilled it all worked out in the end. Keeping things stress-free for you both... Read more

Ciao Megan,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure helping you and Lexi create such a special trip through Italy. I’m so glad you enjoyed every stop, from the history of Rome to the breathtaking beauty of the Amalfi Coast and magical Venice. Capri is definitely a gem—I’m happy to hear it was your favorite!

I’m grateful I could help smooth things over when your flight was delayed, and I’m thrilled it all worked out in the end. Keeping things stress-free for you both was my goal! 😊

Hearing that this was the trip of a lifetime means the world to me, and I can’t thank you enough for this. I hope we can plan another amazing adventure for you in the future!
Grazieeeeee
Francesco 😎

Incredible trip to Morocco!
Morocco | Sep 4 - Sep 12, 2024

Charvi
Charvi B.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024
We had an incredible trip through Morocco. Our guide, Mouad, made sure we were always having fun, adjusting to our independent plans to ensure we had the best experience. As a group of three girls, we always felt safe and comfortable. Mouad constantly shared facts, jokes, anecdotes, and anything else that could enhance our trip. Everything was well-organized, and the entire journey ran smoothly. We could stop along the drive for photos, snacks, or anything else we needed, and Mouad was always... Read more

We had an incredible trip through Morocco. Our guide, Mouad, made sure we were always having fun, adjusting to our independent plans to ensure we had the best experience. As a group of three girls, we always felt safe and comfortable. Mouad constantly shared facts, jokes, anecdotes, and anything else that could enhance our trip. Everything was well-organized, and the entire journey ran smoothly. We could stop along the drive for photos, snacks, or anything else we needed, and Mouad was always there to help.

On our way to the desert, we were delayed by flash floods that blocked our route to the camp, but it didn’t feel like a big deal at all. We avoided the flooded areas and had a meal with his family since we couldn’t travel further. It was so lovely and heartwarming to experience that kind of Moroccan hospitality. What could have been a stressful travel hiccup turned into a delightful alternative plan, still aligned with what we wanted from the trip.

I loved our time in Marrakech, the desert (my favorite), and Fez. I felt like we truly learned about the rich history of each region while enjoying delicious food and having a lot of fun. I highly recommend heading to the desert (we traveled via Skoura and then to Merzouga), and riding camels to watch the sunset over the dunes. You’ll also witness an incredible starry sky and a stunning sunrise. Other highlights included our cooking class, food tours, ATVing, seeing the oldest university in the world (!!), the leather tanneries, and so much more.

A big thank you to Mouad, our guide and driver, for putting up with our shenanigans over ten days and becoming a friend! I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who will listen (I already have been, and I haven’t even been home for a week!). Majid also made our trip so easy to plan and alter as went along.

Local specialist: Majid Mrabti
Majid
Majid Mrabti
Local specialist in Morocco & France | Replied on Sep 20, 2024
Hi Charvi,
Thank you so much for sharing your heartfelt review! I am delighted to hear that you had an incredible adventure through Morocco. Mouad made the trip safe and enjoyable while ensuring you could follow your independent plans, showing just how skilled and thoughtful he was as a guide. It’s lovely that he enhanced your experience with facts, stories, and humor and even turned a travel delay into a heartwarming visit to dine with his family during the unexpected flood. That kind of...
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Hi Charvi,
Thank you so much for sharing your heartfelt review! I am delighted to hear that you had an incredible adventure through Morocco. Mouad made the trip safe and enjoyable while ensuring you could follow your independent plans, showing just how skilled and thoughtful he was as a guide. It’s lovely that he enhanced your experience with facts, stories, and humor and even turned a travel delay into a heartwarming visit to dine with his family during the unexpected flood. That kind of flexibility and hospitality highlights the beauty of Moroccan culture.
It’s great to hear how much you appreciated the well-organized journey and that I made it so easy to adjust the trip as you went along.
I hope to assist you with another memorable trip in the future!
Best,
Majid

Amazing fast paced short visit to Costa Rica
Costa Rica | Sep 5 - Sep 9, 2024

Pat
Pat d.
Tallahassee, FL | Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024
KimKim arranged several oustanding small group tours for us. Particularly wonderful was the tour of Hanging Bridges park with Mauricio, He was very informative and went out of his way to make sure we saw all the animals we were interested in. I highly recommend him. The night excursion in the Wild Frog Sanctuary was also greatly appreciated. Read more

KimKim arranged several oustanding small group tours for us. Particularly wonderful was the tour of Hanging Bridges park with Mauricio, He was very informative and went out of his way to make sure we saw all the animals we were interested in. I highly recommend him.

The night excursion in the Wild Frog Sanctuary was also greatly appreciated.

Activity Reviews
Private Arenal Hanging Bridges Walk
Private Arenal Hanging Bridges Walk
Arenal/La Fortuna

Out guide, Mauricio was outstanding

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Night Excursion in Rainforest and Wild Frog Sanctuary
Night Excursion in Rainforest and Wild Frog Sanctuary
Arenal/La Fortuna

Wide diversity of animals seen.

Quality of Experience
Very knowledgeable
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Transport
Ecocentro Danaus Guided Rainforest Walk (without Transportation)
Ecocentro Danaus Guided Rainforest Walk (without Transportation)
Arenal/La Fortuna
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guanacaste Snorkel Adventure
Guanacaste Snorkel Adventure
Costa Rica

The boat crew was outstanding and they did a great job of finding animals and habitats for us to see. Unfortunately the snorkeling reef was unimpressive--just coral rubble (none living) with algae overgrowth. Saw a variety of fish but not what would be expected on a tropical snorkeling experience. The rest of the excursion met or exceeded expectations.

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Local specialist: Holden Ketchum
Holden
Holden Ketchum
Local specialist in Cartago, Costa Rica | Replied on Sep 19, 2024

Thank you Pat for your review. I'm glad that you had a great time on your short adventure to Costa Rica and that Mauricio helped you to see a lot of wildlife. That's why we always recommend a guided tour. There's so much to see!
Thank you
Holden Ketchum
Serendipity Adventures

Fabulous trip! Recommend it!
Norway | Aug 28 - Sep 12, 2024

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Nancy W.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024
Fabulous trip! John in Began was very good and took us to areas we would not have ventured. Trondheim guide was good and provided an interesting tour. Cycling tour Tromso was very good. We also did our own tour to the Russian border which was eye opening. Went to old and new border crossings. I would recommend this.
The tour itself in both Hurtigrutin and Havila were exceptional. The crew on Hurtigrutin were more relaxed and humorous while Havila was a bit more refined. Enjoyed...
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Fabulous trip! John in Began was very good and took us to areas we would not have ventured. Trondheim guide was good and provided an interesting tour. Cycling tour Tromso was very good. We also did our own tour to the Russian border which was eye opening. Went to old and new border crossings. I would recommend this.
The tour itself in both Hurtigrutin and Havila were exceptional. The crew on Hurtigrutin were more relaxed and humorous while Havila was a bit more refined. Enjoyed both. The inn in Aurland was quaint with a very interesting couple running it and room was very good with exceptional views. All the hotels were exceptional and the breakfasts were fabulous.

We didn’t do the planning but our friend Renee and our organizer Mathia did a great job!!

Thanks again for some a wonderful trip and great memories!!

Nancy

Local specialist: Mathia Pacenti
Mathia
Mathia Pacenti
Local specialist in Vesterålen, Norway | Replied on Sep 20, 2024

Dear Nancy,
Thank you very much for your great review.
I am happy to hear the activities we planned together, especially the one organized by Hurtigruten and Havila, were so satisfying and interesting. It is true that a big part of the planning is thanks to Renee, and I hope she and Paul will have the opportunity of visiting Norway soon, maybe with the same itinerary and your additional recommendations. You and Kevin have been kind and friendly. I will miss our "Norwegian" phone calls. :) You can contact me at any time for a second trip to beautiful Norway.
Best Regards
Mathia

Jessica planned our ITALY trip perfectly!
Italy | Sep 10 - Sep 12, 2024

Rick
Rick L.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024
Jessica did an amazing job with helping us plan our trip to Florence and Cinque Terra. Accommodations were spot on - perfect and fit exactly within our budget. would highly recommend both Jessica and the kimkim team / app should you need a local expert to hlpe you plan! Read more

Jessica did an amazing job with helping us plan our trip to Florence and Cinque Terra. Accommodations were spot on - perfect and fit exactly within our budget. would highly recommend both Jessica and the kimkim team / app should you need a local expert to hlpe you plan!

Hotel Review
7Florence B&B
Florence

PERFECT -- CLEAN - SAFE - EXPERT STAFF GREAT BREAKFAST TOO

Authenticity & Character
Location
CENTRAL TO EVERYTHING - train and even with parking close by
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Activity Review
Cinque Terre Day Trip From Florence
Cinque Terre Day Trip From Florence
Florence

seamless from start to finish from the shuttle to the train - perfect!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
tonya spoke perfect english and was a expert tour guide!
Transport
clean comfortable safe
Local specialist: Jessica Proietti

All of the hotels in 4 cities were first clas...
Spain | Sep 6 - Sep 16, 2024

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keith m.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024
All of the hotels in 4 cities were first class and in great locations for walking and sightseeing. Transportation was seamless. All of the guides were fantastic, and seemed to really enjoy their jobs.
Our tour operator Raquel was very helpful and patient. Highly recommended.
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All of the hotels in 4 cities were first class and in great locations for walking and sightseeing. Transportation was seamless. All of the guides were fantastic, and seemed to really enjoy their jobs.
Our tour operator Raquel was very helpful and patient. Highly recommended.

Activity Reviews
Wine & Gourmet Tapas Tour
Wine & Gourmet Tapas Tour
Barcelona
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Tour of Barcelona & La Sagrada Familia
Private Tour of Barcelona & La Sagrada Familia
Barcelona
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Flamenco Show in a Sacromonte Cave
Flamenco Show in a Sacromonte Cave
Granada
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guided Visit:  Alhambra & Generalife Gardens
Guided Visit: Alhambra & Generalife Gardens
Granada

Our guide was very informative.

Quality of Experience
Tapas Culinary Experience
Tapas Culinary Experience
Madrid
Guided Visit of Madrid:  History, Culture & Architecture of the Capital of Spain
Guided Visit of Madrid: History, Culture & Architecture of the Capital of Spain
Madrid

We actually asked for guided tour of the Prado and he happily obliged. Graduate level tour ensued.

Local specialist: Raquel Aceituno
Raquel
Raquel Aceituno
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Sep 19, 2024

Hola Keith, thanks so much for taking the time to write this fantastic review! I am very happy to hear that you had a great time in Spain and that you were comfortable at all your accomodations, which is an important part of the experience. I will pass your words to our guides, specially to Geza! 😊
Hopefully, we get in touch again for future adventures .All the best, Raquel

Outstanding Tour Experience with Kim Kim: Well-Organized and Supportive
Galapagos Islands | Sep 2 - Sep 18, 2024

Ganesh
Ganesh P.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
Kim Kim organized our visit to Quito, the Galápagos Islands, and several places in Peru, including Machu Picchu. The tour was exceptionally well-organized. Majo (María José) and Tamer were always available to assist.
The tour guides were friendly, informative, and engaging, providing fascinating details at each stop. Pick-up times were well-coordinated, and all transfers went smoothly, including assistance at the airport to ensure we were ready for our flight. Despite occasional...
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Kim Kim organized our visit to Quito, the Galápagos Islands, and several places in Peru, including Machu Picchu. The tour was exceptionally well-organized. Majo (María José) and Tamer were always available to assist.
The tour guides were friendly, informative, and engaging, providing fascinating details at each stop. Pick-up times were well-coordinated, and all transfers went smoothly, including assistance at the airport to ensure we were ready for our flight. Despite occasional difficulties with accents or fast speaking, they were always willing to clarify when needed. Their knowledge and enthusiasm made the experience truly memorable.

Local specialist: Tamer Obeid
Tamer
Tamer Obeid
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Sep 19, 2024
Dear Ganesh,
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback. It is heart-warming to know that this special father-son trip has been such a success and that you have enjoyed the beautiful destinations that were included. I know firsthand how Majo was dedicated to your trip during the planning process and while you were here enjoying this trip with us. I will make sure to convey your positive comments to our guides and service providers, and we will take into account what needs to me improved for...
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Dear Ganesh,
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback. It is heart-warming to know that this special father-son trip has been such a success and that you have enjoyed the beautiful destinations that were included. I know firsthand how Majo was dedicated to your trip during the planning process and while you were here enjoying this trip with us. I will make sure to convey your positive comments to our guides and service providers, and we will take into account what needs to me improved for future occasions.
Thank you again and we look forward to planning more adventures for you and your loved ones in the near future.
Best,
Tamer & Majo

We loved our trip to Iceland and Adam was ext...
Iceland | Jul 30 - Aug 10, 2024

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Jon W.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
We loved our trip to Iceland and Adam was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The trip was very thought out by Adam and we enjoyed every single stop. We followed about 90% of Adam's itinerary as it was laid out. The places we stayed were very comfortable and the driving directions were top notch. We enjoyed Adam's recommendation of the ferry to West Fjords was very enjoyable. When we did have a problem, we called the emergency phone number and got an immediate response. The Reykjavik... Read more

We loved our trip to Iceland and Adam was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The trip was very thought out by Adam and we enjoyed every single stop. We followed about 90% of Adam's itinerary as it was laid out. The places we stayed were very comfortable and the driving directions were top notch. We enjoyed Adam's recommendation of the ferry to West Fjords was very enjoyable. When we did have a problem, we called the emergency phone number and got an immediate response. The Reykjavik Food Walk and our guide Thor was very entertaining and delicious. We loved the walking tour through Reykjavik and even tried the fermented shark. We loved visiting all the waterfalls and the highlight for us was snorkeling in Sitka. The snorkeling was a fantastic experience. The sea kayaking and the guide that Adam booked was amazing. He took us to a really neat cave and it was a great experience. The mountain bike company that Adam recommended and booked us with were extremely friendly, helpful and a great bunch of individuals. We also enjoyed many of the optional activities that Adam recommended. Thank you so much Adam for an unforgettable and adventurous trip!

Activity Reviews
Sea Kayaking Private tour
Iceland

The kayak trip was very fun and we loved seeing the area from the perspective of the water.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide, the owner was extremely friendly and knowledgeable
Transport
Easy transport to and from the water
Mountain bikes rental
Iceland

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful and inviting.

Quality of Experience
The friendliness of the staff
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Wonderful staff! My bike seat loosened at the beginning of my bike ride and one of the staff drove a tool out to me and I was able to continue my bike ride. It was a beautiful ride.
Transport
Easy directions for where to pick up and drop off the bikes
Silfra Snorkeling
Iceland

We loved the snorkeling - beautiful scenery and the guide and company were great. We wish we could remember the guides name.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Reykjavik Food Walk
Reykjavík

Thor and the walking tour were great!

Quality of Experience
loved the different restaurants, food and tasting Icelandic food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Thor was great, friendly and passionate about Iceland
Transport
loved walking around the city and learning about Iceland
Local specialist: Adam Warszawski
Adam
Adam Warszawski
Local specialist in Poland / Iceland | Replied on Sep 19, 2024

I'm glad you had a fantastic trip around Iceland and visited different regions of the country during your active journey. Happy travelers – that's what it's all about! Thank you for the wonderful review!

East meets West (^_~)v
Turkey | Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2024

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Megz W.
Overland, MO | Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024
Earlier this year, I had read an article about how İstanbul, Türkiye was the world’s most visited city last year in 2023 and it got me very intrigued! I started watching videos and did some research as to what there is to see and do. Both my hubby and I love to travel but have not ventured towards this part of the world yet so we thought we’d give it a go. We immediately turned our attention to KimKim for guidance. We were assigned with Berat who has been such a troOper for helping us plan... Read more

Earlier this year, I had read an article about how İstanbul, Türkiye was the world’s most visited city last year in 2023 and it got me very intrigued! I started watching videos and did some research as to what there is to see and do. Both my hubby and I love to travel but have not ventured towards this part of the world yet so we thought we’d give it a go. We immediately turned our attention to KimKim for guidance. We were assigned with Berat who has been such a troOper for helping us plan the perfect itinerary. She was able to tweak the details in a timely manner and made the planning process so seamless. Our hotels were all centrally located with so much history and amazing architecture. Once our trip was finalized, she assigned us our drivers and guides, and then the fun begins!

Since we had some very early and long travel days, we were either yawning or dozing off in the car, our tireless drivers were able to get us from point A to point B safely and on time, not to mention the crazy terrain they had to endure. Hubby and I don’t like to drive and so we tend to take ride share more than necessary. Please note your efforts were most certainly not unnoticed.

We have a lot of praise for our guides. We had a handful of days when we were on our own and would tell each other how nice it was not having to wait in line for anything.

Our first guide was Mr. Şafak Emre Kılıç. He was able to squeeze all the major attractions in one day even tho we ran into some major downpour. He was very considerate and only proceeded with the tour once we were comfortable so that we wouldn’t get sick from the rain. It was a great balance of time with him as well as giving us space to stroll around on our own. What a great introduction to our trip.

Our next guide was Mr. İrfan Olmez. He was super helpful and offered additional sightseeing options during our road trip. We didn’t partake at the time because we were still pretty jet lagged but I think it’s important to point out his thoughtfulness on sharing new sights with us. Whenever we take road trips ourselves, we do enjoy making multiple stops to break up the drive so we do appreciate him for sharing those options. We really enjoyed talking with him during our rest stops. Learned a new perspective regarding the industry of tourism which was very eye-opening. It was so wholesome when he pointed out his village home where he grew up. We were trying to squeeze another activity into our two-day trip at the last minute and he was very accommodating in helping us make it happen.

Our last guide was Mr. Ozan Tokcan. We were with him for three days so you can only imagine I have quite a bit to share. He started off by mentioning we should get a hat and I’m so glad I did because hubby was a mess by the end of each day, haha. He also reminded us the importance of staying hydrated before each tour which we didn’t always follow; we really go to town on our beverages at the end. He was also very caring in making sure we were standing in shade since it can be brutally hot during the summer season. He shared with us local cuisine which is something we strongly support back home. At one point, the restaurant owners even asked my hubby to try making the foOd with them. Can’t beat that. I noticed he will sometimes touch the historical sights to be in sync with history which is just such a fun idea as I found myself (and my hubby) doing it as well. My hubby would ask a question and then he would check if his question was answered which I found very appreciative. You can tell he’s passionate about his career and loves his home. He’s willing to learn from us as well, such as finding out the water in a Şirince town can be drinkable. His upbeat personality is infectious and we feel truly honored to have crossed paths with him. Such a beam of light. He will go far in life.

This has been the trip of a lifetime. We only visited for two weeks and still got to see so much and yet have barely scratched the surface of what this country can offer. There are excavations still ongoing which means future generations can see even more. The people of Türkiye are insanely hospitable and we want to thank each and every one of them for making this trip a success. Hoping more and more people can take time to visit this beautiful country and experience the wonderful culture <3

Hotel Reviews
Kale Konak Hotel
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Armada Hotel
Istanbul
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nisanyan Houses
Selçuk
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Doğa Thermal Hotel & Spa
Denizli
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Marmara Pera
Istanbul
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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Explore the Ancient City of Ephesus
Explore the Ancient City of Ephesus
Turkey
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover Byzantine + Ottoman Istanbul
Discover Byzantine + Ottoman Istanbul
İstanbul
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Public Boat Tour on the Bosphorus
Public Boat Tour on the Bosphorus
İstanbul
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Flight from Istanbul to Ankara + Road trip to Cappadocia via Lake Tuz
Flight from Istanbul to Ankara + Road trip to Cappadocia via Lake Tuz
Turkey
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sightseeing Around Uçhisar and Discovering the Cappadocian Valleys
Sightseeing Around Uçhisar and Discovering the Cappadocian Valleys
Cappadocia
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Visit to Ephesus Archaeological Museum
Visit to Ephesus Archaeological Museum
Turkey
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Şirince: A Guided Stroll in a beautiful Aegean Village
Şirince: A Guided Stroll in a beautiful Aegean Village
Şirince
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Discover Priene: A beautiful ancient Ionian town
Discover Priene: A beautiful ancient Ionian town
Turkey
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Pamukkale and Hierapolis
Pamukkale and Hierapolis
Pamukkale
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Local specialist: Berat Ornek
Berat
Berat Ornek
Local specialist in Turkey | Replied on Sep 19, 2024

Dear Megz,

Hey Rita,
Many thanks for your detailed and positive review. We are glad to hear you had a great trip with us and appreciate you providing feedback on the guides we work with!

We look forward to hosting you here with us in the near future!
Best regards,
Berat

We had a wonderful trip to Morocco. Tayeb was...
Morocco | Sep 4 - Sep 10, 2024

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Evelyn C.
Australia | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
We had a wonderful trip to Morocco. Tayeb was an excellent driver and knew so much of the history and culture of his country. He was readily available and happy to accommodate all of our requests. He was able to gauge our level of interest all along the way which meant that we experienced and enjoyed the aspects of Morocco which particularly interested us. Having Tayeb as our driver meant that our trip was smooth and gentle and left us wanting to revisit Morocco. Hopefully we will return... Read more

We had a wonderful trip to Morocco. Tayeb was an excellent driver and knew so much of the history and culture of his country. He was readily available and happy to accommodate all of our requests. He was able to gauge our level of interest all along the way which meant that we experienced and enjoyed the aspects of Morocco which particularly interested us. Having Tayeb as our driver meant that our trip was smooth and gentle and left us wanting to revisit Morocco. Hopefully we will return sometime in the future.

Hotel Review
Dar Jasmine
Chefchaouen

This was a highlight of our trip. Unique in every way. Staff were wonderful. Location was extraordinary. This is the memory that will stay with me and the one that I will recommend to other travellers.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Halfway up a mountain. Only when you get there do you appreciate how wonderful that is!
Staff
Staff were attentive and available at all times.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Generally a lovely room and outlook.
Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Sep 18, 2024

Hello Evelyn,

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're so happy to hear that you had a fantastic trip to Morocco and that Tayeb enhanced it with his expertise and flexibility. It's wonderful to know that he tailored the experience to your interests and ensured everything went smoothly. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Morocco for more unforgettable moments in the future!

Best regards,
Hamza

From the start of planning the trip by Abdell...
Morocco | Sep 13 - Sep 17, 2024

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Lisa R.
Australia | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
From the start of planning the trip by Abdellah to the end of of 5 days with our guide/driver Tayeb everything was top notch. Our plans changed a few times and every time Abdellah responded promptly and professionally fulfilling all our requests.
Our wonderful guide Tayeb always was prompt and polite and willing to go the extra mile with any requests we had. He was most knowledgeable about everything Moroccan and able to explain all the customs and history to us in an interesting manner
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From the start of planning the trip by Abdellah to the end of of 5 days with our guide/driver Tayeb everything was top notch. Our plans changed a few times and every time Abdellah responded promptly and professionally fulfilling all our requests.
Our wonderful guide Tayeb always was prompt and polite and willing to go the extra mile with any requests we had. He was most knowledgeable about everything Moroccan and able to explain all the customs and history to us in an interesting manner

Hotel Reviews
Mövenpick Hotel Casablanca
Casablanca

A comfortable but slightly tired looking western style hotel in the largest city in Morocco. Pool staff were a little standoffish and food offered wasnt really suitable for poolside eating. Variety of foods at breakfast was great and coffee was good. Bath faucet wouldn’t stay on Kettle in room didn’t work Bed comfortable and aircon worked well

Authenticity & Character
Western style but not classy
Location
Nothing
Staff
Very helpful and polite
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nothing
Lina Ryad & Spa
Chefchaouen

Amazing authentic Moroccan Riad in the Blue city. Loved every minute from the delicious dinner in the dining area and the over the top multi course breakfast to the beautiful views from the rooftop. Our room was somewhat quirky but 100% Moroccan. The hamman experience was the best scrubbing I’ve ever had in my life including a very thorough hair wash also. We then enjoyed our own private time in the tranquil indoor pool. I felt sorry for the poor luggage guys who had to transfer our bags from the lowest levels of the town to the upper reaches of 2nd floor room- could t have done it without them !!

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Riad Kalaa
Rabat

Fabulous authentic Riad in the Medina of Rabat Close to the kasbah and the waterside eateries Beautiful internal garden with all rooms leading off around it. Staff very helpfulk anda amazing breakfast served. Enjoy the roof top pool

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Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Sep 19, 2024

Hi Lisa,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm happy to hear that your experience from the planning stage to the journey with Tayeb was top-notch. It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m glad we could accommodate your changes along the way. I'll be sure to pass your lovely feedback to Tayeb as well—I know he’ll appreciate it.

Looking forward to helping with your next adventure!

Warm regards,
Abdel

An exceptionally great experience in Portugal. Here is a...
Portugal | Sep 4 - Sep 15, 2024

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Subhash M.
Lindenwold, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
An exceptionally great experience. Here is an event by event summary:
- Lisbon Food Walk...A
- Lisbon Architectural and Historical Walk...A+
- Lisbon Tuk Tuk Tour...A+ ( a half-a-day long tour with stops could be better)
- Day Tour of Sintra...A++
- Day Tour of Evora...A++
- Nazare...A+++
- Fatima Guided Visit...A
- Coimbra Guided Visit...A
- Douro Valley Exploration Drive...A+++
- Wine Tasting...A, an embarrassing misunderstanding but wine tasting event was enjoyable
- River...
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An exceptionally great experience. Here is an event by event summary:
- Lisbon Food Walk...A
- Lisbon Architectural and Historical Walk...A+
- Lisbon Tuk Tuk Tour...A+ ( a half-a-day long tour with stops could be better)
- Day Tour of Sintra...A++
- Day Tour of Evora...A++
- Nazare...A+++
- Fatima Guided Visit...A
- Coimbra Guided Visit...A
- Douro Valley Exploration Drive...A+++
- Wine Tasting...A, an embarrassing misunderstanding but wine tasting event was enjoyable
- River Cruise...B-, this was not informative or enjoyable
- Quinta de la Rosa Winery Tour...C-, unattractive winery, uninspired guide.
- Quinta de la Rosa Lunch...Food A, Service B-, Attitude C---. It was somewhat uncomfortable to be there. Felt like we were uninvited guests. Did not make us feel welcome.
- Porto Guided Visit...A+
- Peneda-Geres National Park Excursion...A++
We liked all the hotels but we were exceptionally fond of the Ventozelo Hotel in Douro Valley. I also liked the Trip Plans App very much. It made it easy to follow the trip day by day without having to look at the paper itinerary. I had not seen this App before. Marina put together an excellent itinerary for us. We enjoyed the entire trip very much. We may even consider coming back to Portugal some day!
Subhash Mundle

Hotel Reviews
Portugal Boutique Hotel
Lisbon

Great location and very friendly staff.

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Consolata Hotel
Fatima

Great location in Fatima.

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Sapientia Boutique Hotel
Coimbra

Great location by the University.

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Ventozelo Hotel & Quinta
São João da Pesqueira

One of the best hotels we have stayed at in our travels around the world!

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NH Collection Porto Batalha
Porto

Very centrally located.

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Local specialist: Marina Courtaut

My wife and I had an unexpected ending to a p...
Portugal | Sep 4 - Sep 17, 2024

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Jim M.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
My wife and I had an unexpected ending to a planned two week trip to Portugal with Kim Kim. On our fifth day in country my wife Kathi tripped on a stair step at our hotel in Porto. She broke her shoulder in three places. Now here is the huge kudo to our travel guide João. Upon hearing of the accident he arrived at the hospital late evening. When the orthopedic doctor prescribed four meds to ease her pain he went on his own to a 24 pharmacist to get the prescriptions filled and met us back... Read more

My wife and I had an unexpected ending to a planned two week trip to Portugal with Kim Kim. On our fifth day in country my wife Kathi tripped on a stair step at our hotel in Porto. She broke her shoulder in three places. Now here is the huge kudo to our travel guide João.

Upon hearing of the accident he arrived at the hospital late evening. When the orthopedic doctor prescribed four meds to ease her pain he went on his own to a 24 pharmacist to get the prescriptions filled and met us back at our hotel at 2:30 am. The next day he drove us back to Lisbon to catch our rescheduled flight home to the states. We cannot say enough high grades for Joaos help in planning our itinerary and his support on the ground.

Best possible review for KimKim and João! Jim And Kathi Manke in Minneapolis.

Hotel Reviews
Casa Balthazar
Lisbon
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PortoBay Flores
Porto
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Location
Staff
When my wife tripped on a hotel stair the front desk manager Fabio was quick to react and got an ambulance to the scene quickly. He also contacted our tour guide João to meet us at the hospital. When we arrived back at the hotel at 2am the front desk person Diago was extremely helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto
Lisbon
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Lisbon Food tour
Lisbon Food tour
Lisbon
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Danial was a terrific tour guide.
Transport
Full-Day Guided Tour of Cascais & Sintra
Full-Day Guided Tour of Cascais & Sintra
Portugal

Our KimKim guide João selected a wonderful lunch spot. He made the trip very informative and fun!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
João is the best!
Transport
Dinner with Live Fado Music
Dinner with Live Fado Music
Lisbon

Food was so so . Music was wonderful in a very small setting. About 30 seats.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Cab driver drive like a nut ball!
Port Wine Tasting Tour
Port Wine Tasting Tour
Porto
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Experience the Canals of Aveiro
Experience the Canals of Aveiro
Aveiro

João found a wonderful spot on the waterfront. Little Venice of Portugal!

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Local specialist: João Daniel
João
João Daniel
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Sep 18, 2024

Hi Jim,
Thanks so much!
Hope Kathi is doing better and that she's back to pitching curve balls soon :)

This was a wonderful trip!!! The KimKim peopl...
Norway | Sep 4 - Sep 17, 2024

Russell
Russell G.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
This was a wonderful trip!!! The KimKim people were readily available and led us to some fun sites and activities. The guides were comfortable and knowledgeable and were quick to sell the good of Norway. It really pays to do the city guide deal, getting oriented and finding opportunities for more exploration. The stave churches are pretty amazing, but finding them and exploring their localities makes them even more valuable. We heartily endorse KimKim and our main contact, Katie😎👍 Blue... Read more

This was a wonderful trip!!! The KimKim people were readily available and led us to some fun sites and activities. The guides were comfortable and knowledgeable and were quick to sell the good of Norway. It really pays to do the city guide deal, getting oriented and finding opportunities for more exploration. The stave churches are pretty amazing, but finding them and exploring their localities makes them even more valuable. We heartily endorse KimKim and our main contact, Katie😎👍

Blue skies!
R&L Gee
Cambridge, Ma

Hotel Reviews
Bestebakken
Hafslo

Not to be missed! Run by a delightful woman and her husband - all guests eating at one big table and this lady can cook! This is a must see!

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Gomobu Mountain Lodge
Valdres

Great location for getting lost on small, fun roads with the requisite Norwegian vistas. We think it’s a popular hiking location. Warm staff and decent food.

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Local specialist: Katie Acheson-Gray
Katie
Katie Acheson-Gray
Local specialist in Sørreisa | Replied on Sep 19, 2024

Hi Russell,
So glad to hear you and Linde had a great time here in Norway. It was a pleasure organising this trip for you both, and I will be sure to pass on your positive feedback to our local guides.
Thank you for choosing to book with us - hopefully we can welcome you back another time 😊
Best regards,
Katie

Thank you for all the excursions and hotel st...
Norway | Sep 6 - Sep 16, 2024

Jeri
Jeri W.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
Thank you for all the excursions and hotel stays you planned for us while we were there! Norway is a beautiful country. Clean air, clean water, exceptional people and scenery. Nothing quite like it.
We enjoyed the culinary/historical tour with Frida. She was knowledgeable and fun and the food was wonderful.
I was sorry to have missed the kayaking trip but Mark enjoyed it a lot. The trip to Flam was gorgeous. The Lofoten Islands were a real treat. We loved the speed boat trip to the fjords...
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Thank you for all the excursions and hotel stays you planned for us while we were there! Norway is a beautiful country. Clean air, clean water, exceptional people and scenery. Nothing quite like it.
We enjoyed the culinary/historical tour with Frida. She was knowledgeable and fun and the food was wonderful.
I was sorry to have missed the kayaking trip but Mark enjoyed it a lot. The trip to Flam was gorgeous. The Lofoten Islands were a real treat. We loved the speed boat trip to the fjords with the great guide and sea eagles galore.
We regretted the cancelation of a couple of trips due to the weather but because we had a rental car we made good use of exploring a lot of the towns and islands!

Activity Reviews
Food and Culture walk in Bergen
Food and Culture walk in Bergen
Bergen

This was a great way to see the city, hear the history & sample the food! Frida did a great job of showing us everything.

Quality of Experience
Food
Tasting the food of Norway!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Floating Sauna in Svolvær
Floating Sauna in Svolvær
Svolvær

It was a good experience but not one that worked out too well because of scheduling. Hurried to get there and weren't sure whether we could change clothes there or should change before we came. A little more info would have been nice. We aren't used to saunas and only lasted a few minutes.

Quality of Experience
It was too hot for us. I could have cooled off in the water but couldn't rely on the steps out of the water to be able to get back on shore.
Northern Lights Hunt with a Photographer
Northern Lights Hunt with a Photographer
Svolvær

Getting to the correct meeting place seemed hard and awkward only to find out that it was cancelled because of the weather. Because we weren 't able to contact anyone we had to rely on the kindness of a stranger (who also led expeditions) to call for us. It was just disappointing because we hadn't been notified earlier. Even though we understood that the weather would be a factor we were sorry to have missed the opportunity to see the lights.

Sea Eagle Safari RIB to Trollfjord
Sea Eagle Safari RIB to Trollfjord
Norway

Even though I was doubtful that the speedboat would be fun it turned out to be great! We were in for a great ride and the scenery and explanations from our guide were super. We loved the views and the sea eagle experience!

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Kayaking Adventure in Reine
Kayaking Adventure in Reine
Reine

I'm unable to rate this since it was cancelled.

Local specialist: Mar Quiñones

Moroccan Culture and Colors
Morocco | Aug 29 - Sep 7, 2024

Rachael
Rachael S.
North Olmsted, OH | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
We have just finished an amazing 10 day trip to Morocco. From the start, Hamza helped us plan the most perfect itinerary. He was very responsive to all of our questions and did a fantastic job tapering and planning the trip to meet our needs. It was our guide, Tarik, that made the trip memorable and unique. He anticipated our every need and his upbeat personality and fantastic laugh made each part of this adventure so much fun. Not only is he well versed in his country’s history and culture,... Read more

We have just finished an amazing 10 day trip to Morocco. From the start, Hamza helped us plan the most perfect itinerary. He was very responsive to all of our questions and did a fantastic job tapering and planning the trip to meet our needs. It was our guide, Tarik, that made the trip memorable and unique. He anticipated our every need and his upbeat personality and fantastic laugh made each part of this adventure so much fun. Not only is he well versed in his country’s history and culture, he was incredibly resourceful in pointing out all of the small and wonderful places to stop, and making my group of 4, part of these experiences. He also provided practical advice with tips for safety and the understanding of local customs, both insightful and respectful of Moroccan culture. We felt like we were always in good hands, Tarik was always on time, flexible to our needs and kept us comfortable. We benefitted from the addition of Hamza, a guide in training, who brought his personal energy and kindness to our group. He was also special and will be a great future guide for your company. In the end, these two wonderful guides felt more like friends who were an integral part of our group, seamlessly integrating themselves into our travel experience of this enchanting country and enriching it beyond my expectations. Thank you, Tarik and Hamza for fostering the trip of a lifetime! It would not have been the same experience without them and their wealth of knowledge and wonderful personalities!

Local specialist: Hamza EL Asely
Hamza
Hamza EL Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Sep 18, 2024

Hi Rachael,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re happy to hear that your trip to Morocco was everything you hoped for, and that Tarik and Hamza made it such a special experience. We’re proud of both of them, and it’s great to hear they felt more like friends during your journey.

Thank you for choosing us to be part of your memorable trip. We would love the chance to welcome you back to Morocco one day for more adventures!

Regards,
Hamza

The team was so responsive and insightful pri...
Greece | Aug 31 - Sep 8, 2024

Sreyas
Sreyas R.
Nashville, TN | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
The team was so responsive and insightful prior to and during our amazing trip in Greece! Like clock work, the agenda and accommodation info would be available the afternoon before. Thank you so much! Read more

The team was so responsive and insightful prior to and during our amazing trip in Greece! Like clock work, the agenda and accommodation info would be available the afternoon before. Thank you so much!

Hotel Reviews
Athenaeum Grand Hotel
Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Argo Hotel
Mykonos
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Agali Houses Santorini
Firostefani, Santorini
Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Oniro City
Athens
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Staff
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Activity Reviews
Free Day in Athens
Free Day in Athens
Athens

Acropolis and Acropolis Museum!

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Meteora Day Trip from Athens
Greece
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Private Santorini Cultural Highlights Guided Tour
Private Santorini Cultural Highlights Guided Tour
Santorini
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Local specialist: Maria Blana

Absolutely fantastic trip to Scotland planned perfectly
Scotland | Sep 2 - Sep 17, 2024

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Brian S.
Apex, NC | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
Jane and her team did a fantastic job organizing our 17-day honeymoon to Scotland. They handled countless details, and they were readily accessible 24/7 for any hiccups. They very clearly outline every detail for every day with times, directions, ticket confirmation #s, and the tickets to anything pre-booked. They picked almost all B & Bs which is the best way to experience the culture of the country you're in. Everything was paid for prior to arrival which made it so much easier. We did... Read more

Jane and her team did a fantastic job organizing our 17-day honeymoon to Scotland. They handled countless details, and they were readily accessible 24/7 for any hiccups. They very clearly outline every detail for every day with times, directions, ticket confirmation #s, and the tickets to anything pre-booked.

They picked almost all B & Bs which is the best way to experience the culture of the country you're in. Everything was paid for prior to arrival which made it so much easier. We did have one hotel claim it wasn't paid so they made us pay again, but Jane/team quickly handled it and we got a refund ASAP.

Our trip had several tours booked but plenty of free time to explore, which was a perfect balance. We love exploring nature and they had a lot of suggestions for things to do. It can be overwhelming going to a place you've never been to, not knowing where to start. They give a lot of great recommendations of things to check out which was really helpful.

Jane/team were very responsive and flexible when changes needed to happen. There were a couple of hiccups with tickets for distillery tours, but we got them figured out.

It's important for all travelers to set proper expectations when hiring a travel agent. No one knows exactly what things you like to do, what accommodations you consider to be perfect, what cuisine you like, etc. Some of these reviews from people are complaining that a travel agent can't read their mind, which is unreasonable. Everyone needs to be flexible and go with the flow. You will enjoy your trip by setting proper expectations that international travel (or travel anywhere) is never perfect. Delays happen, weather happens, people are people - go with the flow and you will enjoy your trip so much more that way.

I would hire Jane/team again in a heartbeat and will be reaching out again for our next trip.

Hotel Reviews
Motel One Glasgow
Glasgow

Smallest room we had but functional. Great continental breakfast included. Great location.

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B+B Edinburgh
Edinburgh

Best traditional breakfast we had on the entire trip. Super kind staff, had a quaint little hotel bar we could visit at night. We had an issue with their shower that didn't really get handled which was unfortunate, but no big deal. Location is a 15 min walk to downtown but manageable and in a quiet part of town.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Not optimal for doing anything in the city as it is a 15 min. walk to the nearest car park. However, once you realize you will do a LOT of walking on your trip, it's less of an issue. We just parked our car and left it there for 2 days and walked everywhere.
Staff
Absolutely wonderful staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Shower didn't drain and they couldn't fix it so water would just overflow onto the floor after 30 seconds. We went 2 days without a shower which was disappointing. On the last day they finally allowed us to shower in another room.
The Kings Arms Hotel
Melrose

Room was extremely tight but functional. Restaurant attached was great and so was the bar/beer garden. Free parking on the street and easy to find a spot.

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Fonab Castle
Pitlochry

Very high end hotel. You will absolutely feel like royalty here. Parking lot full of Bentleys and Porches. Bring cash because you will need to tip people (doorman, concierge). Unbelievable views from the deck at the bar. Breakfast was good, service not so much. Restaurant is good but expect everything to be very expensive. The room was about 90 degrees F when we entered and there is no AC. We sweated that night but the bed was comfortable. The bathroom is incredible with the best towels and robes you'll ever use. They made us pay for the room on departure even though Jane/team had already paid, so we ended up having to get a refund.

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Staff
Restaurant staff gave poor service especially given the prices you are paying. Bar staff was nice.
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Glen Mhor Hotel
Inverness

Great location, attached to a bar/distillery. Room was very comfortable and quite spacious. Bathroom was excellent. Included breakfast is a buffet which was mediocre but good enough to tide you over until lunch.

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Greshornish House Hotel
Edinbane

One of our favorite hotels. Unbelievable setting, very quaint older house with a fantastic restaurant. Very comfortable bar lounge with a real fireplace, books, chess, and snooker table.

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Location
There's a 10 min drive on a single track road in order to get to the B & B so make sure you know the rules of the road on single track. Many sheep roaming which may slow you down :)
Staff
Staff was very friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room is tiny but who cares? It's an absolutely fantastic place to stay!
The Whispering Pine Lodge
Spean Bridge

Incredible views right off the deck of the loch and mountains. The staff is extremely service-oriented. Not owned by native Scots (the entire staff is Indian), so there are lots of Indian food offerings on the menu (which were absolutely fantastic). Just a few Scottish food items on the menu. Not much to do in town but a great location for hiking and sight-seeing.

Authenticity & Character
Not authentically Scottish
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room was quite comfortable
Bridge of Orchy Hotel
Bridge of Orchy

Very busy hotel because it's on the West Highland Way, so lots of backpackers passing through. Great way to meet a lot of non-native travelers from other countries. Beautiful setting with a really nice restaurant/bar. Super friendly staff. This is essentially the only hotel for 20+ miles and you are in the middle of paradise. 15 min drive to Glencoe where you will see the most incredible scenery on planet earth.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Eat Walk Glasgow
Eat Walk Glasgow
Glasgow

Tour guide was lovely and we met some really great people from South Africa. Great way to tour the city and try local foods/beers. Highly recommended.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
N/A - it's a walking tour
Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
Glasgow

Highly recommended as a great way to get around the city for very little money. Two tiered bus with upper tier having some covered and some uncovered seats. Bus comes every 15 mins to every stop until about 6p.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Secrets of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
Secrets of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
Edinburgh

Extremely educated and knowledgeable tour guide! Tons of history given and his enthusiasm was second-to-none. 10/10 recommended and a fantastic way to see a large city in a short amount of time.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Best tour guide we had the entire trip
Transport
Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh Castle Tickets
Edinburgh

A must-see castle. I would highly recommend paying for a tour guide because otherwise you're just wandering around and looking at things you really don't know anything about.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Wish we would've hired a tour guide
Transport
N/A
Visit the Kelpies
Visit the Kelpies
Scotland

We ended up driving past them but didn't have enough time to tour them. It's quite a walk from the car park (15 mins).

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Lochleven Castle
Lochleven Castle
Scotland

Great experience with the small boat that gets you to the island. Wish we had more time to explore but it was the end of the day so we had to turn around quickly.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
10 min small boat ride
Uilebheist Distillery
Uilebheist Distillery
Inverness

Interesting distillery that is only a year old, so they don't actually have any of their own whiskys yet (other than blended whiskys from other distilleries).

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was OK but we had better experiences at other distilleries
 Strathisla Distillery Tour (Home of Chivas)
Strathisla Distillery Tour (Home of Chivas)
Scotland

Fantastic tour through a very old distillery with lots of history

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Isle of Skye Raasay Whisky, Gin and chocolate tour
Isle of Skye Raasay Whisky, Gin and chocolate tour
Scotland

Really great experience. You need to take a ferry to the island, and it's a 10 min walk from the ferry to the distillery.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Glass-bottom Boat Trip by Isle of Skye
Glass-bottom Boat Trip by Isle of Skye
Scotland

Guide was very knowledgeable on marine life. We saw a few seals but really nothing else. Luck of the draw, I suppose. Not really sure we'd do this again.

Quality of Experience
It's got to be hard to plan for people to see things that are inconsistently present. However, we saw almost nothing on the tour which was disappointing. They might need to rethink their tour strategy.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was incredibly knowledgeable and tried to make the best of a situation where there was nothing to really look at.
Transport
Evening cruise on Loch Linnhe
Evening cruise on Loch Linnhe
Fort William

We ended up not making this tour so I can't really comment.

Local specialist: Jane Davey
Jane
Jane Davey
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on Sep 19, 2024

Hi Both

What an absolute pleasure it was to work with you both from start to finish on your awesome trip.

Thank you for taking the time to review in detail. This has been a great read and certainly valuable to myself and the team to strive for excellent service. You both had an amazing attitude towards your memory-making honeymoon experience and even with those little hiccups along the way you reached out to us.

The team and I would be delighted to work with you again in the future.

Wishing you many happy years together.

All the best, Jane & The Team