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Travel specialist Mieke Arendsen

Mieke Arendsen

(53 reviews)
The Netherlands Travel Agent based in The Netherlands
Mieke specializes in: tailor made adventures, active tours sch as hiking and cycling, family tours, roundtrips
Recent traveler reviews for Mieke:
"From the very first contact Mieke showed her expertise as well as her interest in getting us the best trip possible!" - by Deborah, Sep 27, 2025 · see review
"Mieke booked amazing tours for us and gave us so many options to consider for food, drink and other excursions!" - by Christine, Sep 10, 2025 · see review
"From start to finish planning my trip to Amsterdam was seamless with the support of Mieke." - by Rebecca, Aug 17, 2025 · see review
Mieke's Favorite Itineraries:
Travel specialist Bas Naus

Bas Naus

(18 reviews)
The Netherlands Travel Agent based in Nijmegen, Netherlands
Bas specializes in: Culture, cycling, multi-activity, special themes
Recent traveler reviews for Bas:
"Bas, our specialist in the Netherlands, created a perfect itinerary for us." - by Lianne, Jul 24, 2025 · see review
"Our best to Bas and Peter for arranging and facilitating our trip!" - by Eric, Jul 14, 2025 · see review
"We were able to tell Bas, our KimKim organizer and liaison in the Netherlands, what activities we enjoy and what type of places and hotels we like best." - by Jeanette, Jun 18, 2025 · see review
Bas's Favorite Itineraries:

Trip Reviews for The Netherlands

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim
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Based on 80 ratings

A great experience
The Netherlands | Sep 20 - Sep 26, 2025

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Kelly G.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Oct 01, 2025
Nadine asked great questions to figure out what my version of an ideal vacation is. She worked to meet my budget needs and had great suggestions. Read more

Nadine asked great questions to figure out what my version of an ideal vacation is. She worked to meet my budget needs and had great suggestions.

Hotel Review
Boutiquehotel Staats
Haarlem

The rooms are a nice size, clean, and well-appointed. The lounge/eating area was comfortable and available at all hours. There’s a secluded patio out back. The staff were uniformly friendly and helpful.

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Amsterdam - Private guided historic city walk
Amsterdam - Private guided historic city walk
The Netherlands

My guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. She also gave lots of suggestions on local places to shop and dine.

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Local specialist: Nadine Hikisch
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Expert assistance made everything better
The Netherlands | Sep 18 - Sep 24, 2025

Deborah
Deborah B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025
From the very first contact Mieke showed her expertise as well as her interest in getting us the best trip possible! She made suggestions of activities, guiding us to places we would not have visited otherwise, and loved, and even met us in person one day to help us feel more comfortable with travel! Hotels with good locations, transport, restaurant reservations, and more, done for us and that greatly relieved the stress of planning the trip. We made quite a few changes as the trip evolved... Read more

From the very first contact Mieke showed her expertise as well as her interest in getting us the best trip possible! She made suggestions of activities, guiding us to places we would not have visited otherwise, and loved, and even met us in person one day to help us feel more comfortable with travel! Hotels with good locations, transport, restaurant reservations, and more, done for us and that greatly relieved the stress of planning the trip. We made quite a few changes as the trip evolved and it was so nice to have Mieke’s knowledge of when would be best to do things, and changes were done promptly and cooperatively. The materials sent to us (maps, descriptions, etc.) were very helpful, and it was nice to be able to print everything out as well as save it on my phone. We had a great trip, and having an expert local agent was the key.

Local specialist: Mieke Arendsen
Mieke
Mieke Arendsen
Local specialist in The Netherlands | Replied on Sep 29, 2025

Hi Deborah and Mike, It has been such a pleasure hosting this trip here for you and meeting you in Amsterdam. It was very interesting for us to see everything through your eyes, how you experience Dutch local life.
Glad you have enjoyed the trip so much, and thank you for your kind words!!
All the best to you,
Mieke

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Mieke is amazing!!
The Netherlands | Sep 5 - Sep 9, 2025

Christine
Christine M.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025
Mieke booked amazing tours for us and gave us so many options to consider for food, drink and other excursions! This was an amazing trip and I would highly recommend Mieke to anyone looking to customize their Amsterdam trip! Read more

Mieke booked amazing tours for us and gave us so many options to consider for food, drink and other excursions! This was an amazing trip and I would highly recommend Mieke to anyone looking to customize their Amsterdam trip!

Hotel Review
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Vondelpark
Amsterdam

It was pretty good for a hostel, it’s what we wanted and it delivered.

Authenticity & Character
The old school house architecture was very cool
Location
It’s a bit further out of the city center
Staff
They were all great
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It was clean and comfortable.
Activity Reviews
Public Transport Pass Amsterdam
Public Transport Pass Amsterdam
The Netherlands

It was great to have the card loaded for us to use - this was by far the best way to get around the city.

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Amsterdam - Canal cruise (join in)
Amsterdam - Canal cruise (join in)
The Netherlands

Saleem was an amazing tour. We were so glad to have a smaller tour and boat. It made for a very personalized experience!

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Amsterdam - Begijnhof
Amsterdam - Begijnhof
The Netherlands

It was such an amazing experience.

Amsterdam - Anne Frank House
Amsterdam - Anne Frank House
The Netherlands

It was very memorable.

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Amsterdam - Heineken Experience
Amsterdam - Heineken Experience
Amsterdam

It was a great experience.

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Amsterdam - Grand Dutch Food Tour in small group
Amsterdam - Grand Dutch Food Tour in small group
The Netherlands

This was such a highlight of the trip - David was very good and providing us with Dutch history and the history of the food we were eating. He shared so much of his own personal experience of growing up in Amsterdam - it made it very personal. He really got to know us and was amazing at providing tidbits of information.

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Local specialist: Mieke Arendsen
Mieke
Mieke Arendsen
Local specialist in The Netherlands | Replied on Sep 10, 2025

Hi Christine,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It's great to know you appreciated the excursions and experiences that you had, and have shared your compliments to David, your guide for the food/history tour - he will surely be happy to hear that. I am glad you also had some days of absolutely lovely weather here...
Enjoy your time in Paris!! and maybe till next time ;)
Mieke

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Our Holland Adventure
The Netherlands | Aug 3 - Aug 8, 2025

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Gail P.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025
Lots of interesting cities in Holland. Had so much fun using public transportation and visiting the sites and museums. Good thing we are fit-lots of narrow spiral staircases in hotels with no elevator (lift). People were all very friendly. Learned alot. Read more

Lots of interesting cities in Holland. Had so much fun using public transportation and visiting the sites and museums. Good thing we are fit-lots of narrow spiral staircases in hotels with no elevator (lift). People were all very friendly. Learned alot.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel des Arts
Amsterdam-Centrum

no air conditioning or elevator!

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The James Hotel Rotterdam
Rotterdam

modern hotel. Loved it.

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Boutique Hotel Museumkwartier
Utrecht

Quaint.

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Huys van Leiden
Leiden

had a spiral staircase to get to the bathroom!

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Public Transport Pass Amsterdam
Public Transport Pass Amsterdam
The Netherlands

A great addition! Made travel so easy.

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Amsterdam - Rijksmuseum
Amsterdam - Rijksmuseum
The Netherlands
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Amsterdam - Grand Dutch food & history tour in small group
Amsterdam - Grand Dutch food & history tour in small group
The Netherlands

Great guide met so nice people

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Amsterdam - Canal cruise (join in)
Amsterdam - Canal cruise (join in)
The Netherlands
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Rotterdam - harbor boat tour
Rotterdam - harbor boat tour
The Netherlands

Amazing

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Leiden
Leiden
The Netherlands

Probably may favorite city. Rented bikes.

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Rotterdam
Rotterdam
The Netherlands

Big city. Good food. Enjoyed the boat cruise.

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Rotterdam - Kinderdijk windmills by public boat (waterbus)
Rotterdam - Kinderdijk windmills by public boat (waterbus)
The Netherlands

interesting

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The Hague - Mauritshuis Museum
The Hague - Mauritshuis Museum
The Netherlands

Wished we had a longer stay

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Delft - Delft blue pottery
Delft - Delft blue pottery
The Netherlands

Probably could have skipped.

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Local specialist: Mieke Arendsen
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Mieke Arendsen
Local specialist in The Netherlands | Replied on Aug 25, 2025

Hi Gail
Thank you so much for your kind words and taking the time to review all the hotels and activities. And how lovely to see all the pictures; it looks like a wonderful trip!
It was a pleasure hosting your stay for you!
Best regards,
Mieke

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Excellent support from day 1 planning to arrival home!
The Netherlands | Aug 6 - Aug 10, 2025

Rebecca
Rebecca G.
Mamaroneck, NY | Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025
From start to finish planning my trip to Amsterdam was seamless with the support of Mieke. She crafted a custom itinerary that balanced the interests and needs of my 14yo son and 82yo mom. Most helpful was her availability and responsiveness while we were abroad. It’s such a comfort having someone in country to reach out to with questions or, for example, to modify an activity mid-trip when we realized my mom needed less walking. This is my third time using Kim Kim and I highly recommend! Read more

From start to finish planning my trip to Amsterdam was seamless with the support of Mieke. She crafted a custom itinerary that balanced the interests and needs of my 14yo son and 82yo mom. Most helpful was her availability and responsiveness while we were abroad. It’s such a comfort having someone in country to reach out to with questions or, for example, to modify an activity mid-trip when we realized my mom needed less walking. This is my third time using Kim Kim and I highly recommend!

Hotel Review
Dikker & Thijs Hotel
Amsterdam

Excellent location, friendly and accommodating staff, delicious breakfast, charming and clean rooms.

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Public Transport Pass Amsterdam
Public Transport Pass Amsterdam
The Netherlands

Easy to navigate, very clean, and enjoyed traveling like a local!

Amsterdam - Private guided historic city walk
Amsterdam - Private guided historic city walk
The Netherlands

Jan was friendly and knowledgeable

Amsterdam Dungeon
Amsterdam Dungeon
Amsterdam

My son and I really enjoyed this spooky theater that introduced us to the ghosts of Amsterdam's past. Beware, though, it is spooky and not for the faint of heart! Also requires a fair amount of walking and crouching so my 82yo mom was not able to participate.

Amsterdam - Private canal cruise to Van Gogh Museum
Amsterdam - Private canal cruise to Van Gogh Museum
The Netherlands

A trip favorite! Our guide was informative and funny and there is nothing like seeing the city from the water.

Amsterdam - Anne Frank House
Amsterdam - Anne Frank House
The Netherlands

A must see.

Amsterdam - Van Gogh Museum
Amsterdam - Van Gogh Museum
The Netherlands

A must see.

Daytrip to Cheese Farm, Edam and Zaanse Schans
Daytrip to Cheese Farm, Edam and Zaanse Schans
The Netherlands

The cheese farm was interesting, Edam was charming, and the driver Herman was lovely, but Zaanse Schans was insanely mobbed with tourists and felt more like a disney experience than an authentic glimpse into the architectural and engineering feats of the windmills (which were magnificent but better to know in advance that it is a bit of a tourist spectacle)

Amsterdam - Muiderslot Castle by public transport
Amsterdam - Muiderslot Castle by public transport
Amsterdam

We loved taking a walk back through time to the medieval history of Amsterdam. Beautiful grounds and restored castle. The town itself is beyond charming. A trip favorite for sure!

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Local specialist: Mieke Arendsen
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Mieke Arendsen
Local specialist in The Netherlands | Replied on Aug 18, 2025

Dear Rebecca, Thank you very much for your kind words! Great to read that all of you have enjoyed the trip. Having different ages on board is sometimes a bit af a challenge, but I am glad you could make it work for all of you. Thank you for sharing your experiences about the windmill site as well; it very touristy and crowded some days - we will make sure to inform our guests better about that, so future guests are better prepared for it.
Wishing you all the best, Mieke

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