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Dalia Bouzerar

I have been working and living in Cordoba (Spain) since 2015 when I moved here from Montreal (Canada) and have been at Just Explore since 2017. I have a degree in Economics and a background in banking but the switch to tourism was the best decision I ever made. Having been born in Algeria, raised in the UAE, I had the amazing opportunity of growing up in a multicultural environment which in turn, fostered a love for traveling and discovering different cultures making this field a perfect fit.

I know how important it is to take great care of travelers, listen to their needs and preferences to be able to provide an excellent service which is why I always make sure that the personal assistance that I offer to every individual traveler from the very first contact is top-notch. I love Spain and am proud to have the opportunity to share its rich history and culture, gastronomy, and its beautiful and diverse landscape.

Once you’ve booked with Just Explore, you will be part of the family, part of this team that shares the same philosophy: authenticity and singularity. There are a lot of travel agencies out there offering very similar experiences and services but with our team, you will get THE experience, the one and only!

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"We specialize in private bespoke itineraries and fully escorted luxury tours for individual travelers and small groups in Spain, Portugal, and certain parts of France (Bordeaux & Arcachon)."

How did you get involved in travel?

"Moving to Spain and falling in love with its beauty, interesting complex history and melodic language made me want to share my passion for Spain with fellow travelers, and working at Just Explore allowed me to do just that.

This is why the design and creation process of each of our handcrafted trips is a true labor of love from start to finish."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"A gorgeous experience was the time I went on a "desert safari" in Dubai which included, dune bashing and dune boarding (like snowboarding but on sand!). We got to see camels in their natural habitat before arriving at the glamping site, a fabulous traditional nomad tent. Here, we enjoyed a lovely traditional homemade meal of biryani (a local rice dish) and listened to live traditional instrumental music before heading to sleep in our individual tents... what I'll never forget? The incredible desert sky with no lights around for kilometers, it felt like you could reach out and grab the stars right out of the sky! "

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Recent trip reviews for Dalia

Our guides, Ana (El Escorial), Mercedes (Avil...
Spain | Nov 7 - Nov 12, 2024

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Margaret B.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Nov 14, 2024

Our guides, Ana (El Escorial), Mercedes (Avila),
Luis (Salamanca), and Mariano (La Granja and Segovia) were wonderful, very knowledgeable and easy to understand. The hotels were all very good and centrally located. It was very enjoyable and relaxing vacation.

Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Nov 18, 2024

I’m so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time! Ana, Mercedes, Luis, and Mariano are indeed fantastic, and I’m thrilled they helped make your trip so enjoyable. It was such a pleasure working with you to plan this vacation, and I’m delighted that everything, from the hotels to the overall experience, met your expectations. I hope we’ll have the chance to work together again for another amazing adventure! 😊

Dalia was extremely responsive to our request...
Spain | Oct 16 - Oct 28, 2024

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Joyce M.
Jacksonville, FL | Reviewed on Nov 06, 2024
Dalia was extremely responsive to our requests both before and while we were traveling. On the trip we realized we had overbooked ourselves particularly in light of sleeping problems. She made adjustments to the schedule every time we asked. We appreciated her cheerfulness and overall professionalism. Read more

Dalia was extremely responsive to our requests both before and while we were traveling. On the trip we realized we had overbooked ourselves particularly in light of sleeping problems. She made adjustments to the schedule every time we asked. We appreciated her cheerfulness and overall professionalism.

Activity Reviews
Modernist Barcelona: La Sagrada Familia
Modernist Barcelona: La Sagrada Familia
Barcelona

The easy entry and overall efficiencies getting to and entering the La Sagrada Familia were great. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. The tour of the other Gaudi locations could have been shorter. We tried to end the tour early--we were tired-- but it didn't seem to be an option.

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Montserrat private half-day trip
Montserrat private half-day trip
Barcelona

The location was beautiful, information interesting. Unfortunately, the guide was a distraction. She said she was a trained Opera singer and preceded to sing at inappropriate times. She also had exaggerated gestures and was a bit over the top, really. When we'd try to cut sections short, she was insistent that we had to follow her lead. Our driver on the other hand was wonderful. Excellent, safe driver.

San Sebastian: Panoramic & city center tour
San Sebastian: Panoramic & city center tour
San Sebastián

For all of us, this was a superb location to visit. Just what we needed. The tour guide Veronica?-- was the best! Mature, knowledgeable, entertaining. Perfect fit --History teacher--for our interests.

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Day trip to visit Marqués de Riscal & self-guided walk in La Guardia
Day trip to visit Marqués de Riscal & self-guided walk in La Guardia
San Sebastián

Beautiful setting, interesting tour. Eating lunch here was my idea but it wasn't as special as I hoped. The lunch at the vineyard on the way to Leon was much better and felt authentic.

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Day trip to Bilbao for Guggenheim on the way to Leon
Day trip to Bilbao for Guggenheim on the way to Leon
Spain

The exterior of the museum is the reason to visit. We were disappointed in the exhibits.

Transfer to Santiago de Compostela with short hike on the Camino de Santiago
Transfer to Santiago de Compostela with short hike on the Camino de Santiago
Spain

Theresa was enthralled with the whole experience. So this rating is for her.

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The setting, the religious experience.
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Santiago de Compostela city tour
Santiago de Compostela city tour
Santiago de Compostela

We skipped this tour. We only toured the church which was great for Theresa.

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Madrid Guided Tour with Royal Palace
Madrid Guided Tour with Royal Palace
Madrid

We only toured the palace. Guide was fine but again we were finished before she was.

Private Tour of Madrid by Electric Tuk-Tuk
Private Tour of Madrid by Electric Tuk-Tuk
Madrid

We loved the Tuk-Tuk tour! Perhaps because we were finally off our feet. Seriously, the tuk-tuk and guide were perfect. Entertaining, efficient, and the tour was just the right length. Great combination.

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Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Nov 06, 2024

Thank you so much for your lovely words! It was a pleasure working with you to make sure you enjoy everything at your own pace. It’s wonderful to hear how much you loved La Sagrada Familia, San Sebastián, and the Tuk-Tuk tour—each one is so special!

I’m especially glad Veronica was such a great match in San Sebastián. Knowing these experiences brought you joy truly makes my day.

Thank you again for letting me be part of your journey!

Warm regards to all three of you,
Dalia

What an amazing trip! Our specialist Dalia an...
Spain | Sep 20 - Sep 23, 2024

Lori
Lori K.
Brookhaven, GA | Reviewed on Oct 02, 2024
What an amazing trip! Our specialist Dalia and her team did an awesome job of coordinating all aspects of our trip and satisfying our wishes of great food adventure and iconic sites. Our drivers Francesc and Ali were the best! They made the long drives to and from our destinations very enjoyable with stories and language tips. Our boat captain David was amazing. Took us to places that no other boat would’ve gone and showed us amazing sites. Read more

What an amazing trip! Our specialist Dalia and her team did an awesome job of coordinating all aspects of our trip and satisfying our wishes of great food adventure and iconic sites. Our drivers Francesc and Ali were the best! They made the long drives to and from our destinations very enjoyable with stories and language tips. Our boat captain David was amazing. Took us to places that no other boat would’ve gone and showed us amazing sites.

Activity Reviews
Kayaking in Tossa de Mar
Kayaking in Tossa de Mar
Costa Brava

Kayaking in Tossa de Mar was amazing! Our guide took a small group of us around the coast and into caves and coves for spectacular views, crystal blue waters and amazing stories!

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Sailing along the Costa Brava - Exploring its many coves and caves
Sailing along the Costa Brava - Exploring its many coves and caves
Costa Brava

We had a private excursion with our captain David around the coast of amazing cliffs. He found secret caves and coves that made the day unforgettable!

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Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Oct 03, 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! You were such an absolute pleasure to work with, and I loved planning this trip for you, especially for such a special milestone as your anniversary. I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, adventure, and iconic sites, and that Francesc, Ali, and David made your experience even more memorable. I would be more than happy to help you plan any future trips to Spain or Portugal!

Southern Spain adventures 2024
Spain | Sep 9 - Sep 16, 2024

Nancy
Nancy N.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024

Planning our first trip to Southern Spain was enjoyable and productive with Dalia. We had several phone calls so that we could decide the type of trip we wanted to take. The selection of activities, hotels and general logistics suggested ended up in an itinerary that we both enjoyed. As the KimKim portion was the last week of our month European adventure, it was a relief to have this adventure planned out with the level of details we could not have done ourselves. KimKim and the local resources were top-notch.

Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Sep 24, 2024

Thank you so much, Nancy, for your lovely review! It was an absolute pleasure working with you to design your Southern Spain adventure. I’m thrilled to hear that the itinerary, hotels, and activities were exactly what you both wanted and that everything flowed smoothly for you. Knowing that my assistance helped make your trip more enjoyable truly means a lot. I hope we can work together again for your next adventure!

Wonderful family trip to Spain
Spain | Jul 30 - Aug 7, 2024

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Debbie D.
| Reviewed on Aug 21, 2024
Dalia did a great job putting together an itinerary that everyone in my family (especially my teenager) enjoyed. The boutique hotels were perfect, with great service and locations. Dalia and team were always accessible, especially when we had some travel issues. We would definitely use KimKim again. Read more

Dalia did a great job putting together an itinerary that everyone in my family (especially my teenager) enjoyed. The boutique hotels were perfect, with great service and locations. Dalia and team were always accessible, especially when we had some travel issues. We would definitely use KimKim again.

Activity Reviews
Costa Brava: Kayaking & Snorkelling experience
Costa Brava: Kayaking & Snorkelling experience
Barcelona

Really fun experience. My one complaint is that the group was a bit large.

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Marbella Boat trip
Marbella Boat trip
Spain

Tom our boat captain was great. He provided a really fun experience for the whole family. One of the highlights of our trip. Amazing!

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Modernist Barcelona: Gaudi's Highlights
Modernist Barcelona: Gaudi's Highlights
Barcelona

Your guide was really knowledgeable and provided tons of insight into the architecture and sites. Private tour was super nice.

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Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Aug 21, 2024

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm so happy to hear that you and your family, especially your teenager, enjoyed the itinerary. I'm also glad you like the hotel selection I made for you! I'd love to help plan your next adventure to Spain or Portugal whenever you're ready. Thanks again for choosing us!

10th anniversary
Spain | Jul 17 - Jul 26, 2024

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Philip K.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Aug 02, 2024
We had a wonderful time in Southern Spain for our 10th anniversary. Dalia, who organized the trip was very responsive. For example, we preferred a different hotel in Granada and to arrange some restaurant reservations ourselves. She was able to facilitate getting to and from the restaurants, and made the other hotel (the Gran Via which was fantastic) work, Our guides were really knowledgeable and friendly, especially Enrique in Granada. Alex, our driver and bicycle guide made sure we had a... Read more

We had a wonderful time in Southern Spain for our 10th anniversary. Dalia, who organized the trip was very responsive. For example, we preferred a different hotel in Granada and to arrange some restaurant reservations ourselves. She was able to facilitate getting to and from the restaurants, and made the other hotel (the Gran Via which was fantastic) work, Our guides were really knowledgeable and friendly, especially Enrique in Granada. Alex, our driver and bicycle guide made sure we had a chance to get photos off the beaten path. The tapas and flamenco tour in Sevilla was really fun. Overall we had a much better trip than we could have put together ourselves, but it was still really well-tailored to our interests.

Activity Reviews
Alhambra Private Guided Tour
Alhambra Private Guided Tour
Spain

We learned so much about the Alhambra, and we went at a good pace. Everyone knew our guide Enrique and we got to skip the lines. It was an amazing experience.

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Sevilla & Tapas & Flamenco Small Group Evening Tour
Sevilla & Tapas & Flamenco Small Group Evening Tour
Seville

The setting for the flamenco, and the dancers were. great. It was a really intimate experience, being able to sit up-close and watch the dancers. You could feel the breeze from one dancer's shawl! The tapas were also a fun mix of traditional and more modern.

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Caminito del Rey
Caminito del Rey
Spain

The hike itself was beautiful, and our driver/guide who got us there, Alex. However, we hadn't realized beforehand that the hike wasn't just a hike, but that it was a state-run and state-controlled walk. Basically it was very crowded, you had to wear helmets and trudge along with a group on a very set path, from the entrance to the exit. The hike itself was lovely but we probably would have done a different hike had we known how controlled and crowded the experience would be.

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{{start_location}} to {{end_location}} with day trip to Cordoba
Spain

Cordoba is beautiful and the guide was fun and very knowledgeable. We were really happy with the tour. We wished we had had more time to wander after the tour though, because there were more spaces we had wanted to see. We were lucky that our driver, John, was happy to take us to get some photos of the city.

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Granada city tour
Granada city tour
Granada

We saw a lot of the city of Granada, much more than we would have on our own. Our guide Enrique is really knowledgeable, and everyone knows him which makes getting into places a breeze.

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Sevilla guided tour with Horse Carriage ride
Sevilla guided tour with Horse Carriage ride
Seville

We got to see beautiful areas of the city, especially the enormous cathedral, and really learned a lot from Sandra the guide. She was funny and knowledgeable and gave us good amounts of time on our own to take photos and wander. The horse carriage ride meant we got to see more of the city than we could have on foot, but it is also a horse carriage going into four lanes of traffic which was a bit nerve-racking.

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Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Aug 02, 2024

I'm so glad you had an amazing time in Southern Spain for your 10th anniversary! It was so great getting to know you and working with you to plan the best possible trip for the two of you.
I'm also so thrilled you loved the guides, especially Enrique who is truly a gem. The tapas and flamenco tour in Sevilla is always a hit, so I'm happy you enjoyed it too.
Thanks for letting me help with your special trip, and I'm excited to help with future adventures in Spain or Portugal!

Dalia planned an extraordinary trip for my fa...
Spain | Jul 11 - Jul 31, 2024

Christy
Christy C.
San Rafael, CA | Reviewed on Aug 01, 2024
Dalia planned an extraordinary trip for my family in Spain. We had 20 days to travel all over the country and she planned each day weaving together historical sites, fun learning activities, and exciting adventures. I have traveled all of my life and I have never had a trip where each logistical piece was taken care of and everything went so smoothly. Dalia chose the perfect balance between guided tours and free time to explore. We kayaked, rode camels, and had an electric tuk-tuck tour. ... Read more

Dalia planned an extraordinary trip for my family in Spain. We had 20 days to travel all over the country and she planned each day weaving together historical sites, fun learning activities, and exciting adventures. I have traveled all of my life and I have never had a trip where each logistical piece was taken care of and everything went so smoothly. Dalia chose the perfect balance between guided tours and free time to explore. We kayaked, rode camels, and had an electric tuk-tuck tour. We loved the cooking classes, the market tour and the flamenco show. We had each of the documents we needed exactly when we needed them. Our hotels were varied and unique, each in a prime location. I wish she could plan all of our travel!

Hotel Review
CoolRooms Palacio de Atocha
Madrid

This was our favorite hotel -- like staying in a palace in the middle of the city. Small and intimate and the top customer service.

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Activity Review
Tapas & Market tour in Barcelona
Tapas & Market tour in Barcelona
Barcelona
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Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Aug 20, 2024

I'm so glad you and your family enjoyed your trip to Spain! It was such a pleasure working with you; you were always open to new experiences, which made planning even more enjoyable. I'm thrilled everything went smoothly and that you enjoyed the balance between guided tours and free time.
Thank you for your kind words—I’d love to help with any future travels!

Everything was fantastic! Dalia planned the p...
Spain | Jul 5 - Jul 11, 2024

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Carolina M.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2024
Everything was fantastic! Dalia planned the perfect itinerary and our group had a blast! Read more

Everything was fantastic! Dalia planned the perfect itinerary and our group had a blast!

Activity Reviews
Lisbon: Tuk Tuk Culture & Food tour
Lisbon: Tuk Tuk Culture & Food tour
Lisbon
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Algarve's Marine Wildlife Boat Tour
Algarve's Marine Wildlife Boat Tour
Spain
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Sevilla: Walking and biking tour
Sevilla: Walking and biking tour
Seville
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Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Jul 18, 2024

Thank you so much Carolina, I am so happy you had such a great time! If you ever want to come back to visit other parts of our beautiful Iberian peninsula, I would be so happy to help :)
Kind regards,
Dalia

Family Trip to Portugal and Spain
Spain | Jul 5 - Jul 11, 2024

Catherine
Catherine W.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 12, 2024
Dalia planned a wonderful trip for our large group- 8 people, 4 adults and 4 young kids. She was friendly and quick to respond to questions and change requests. I will recommend Dalia to anyone that wants to plan a trip to Spain or Portugal. Our favorite place we stayed was The Lisboans Apartments in Lisbon- centrally located, luxurious, a stocked kitchen, and they delivered fresh squeezed orange juice and fresh pastries every morning. All the car transfer drivers were friendly and... Read more

Dalia planned a wonderful trip for our large group- 8 people, 4 adults and 4 young kids. She was friendly and quick to respond to questions and change requests. I will recommend Dalia to anyone that wants to plan a trip to Spain or Portugal.

Our favorite place we stayed was The Lisboans Apartments in Lisbon- centrally located, luxurious, a stocked kitchen, and they delivered fresh squeezed orange juice and fresh pastries every morning.

All the car transfer drivers were friendly and had large, clean cars/buses.

Activity Reviews
Sevilla: Walking and biking tour
Sevilla: Walking and biking tour
Seville

Fun and informative!

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Lisbon: Tuk Tuk Culture & Food tour
Lisbon: Tuk Tuk Culture & Food tour
Lisbon

Laura was knowledgeable and friendly and fun! Highly recommend!

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Algarve's Marine Wildlife Boat Tour
Algarve's Marine Wildlife Boat Tour
Portugal

This was just ok. Algarve is of course beautiful and recommend seeing it by boat! This tour company was somewhat friendly. We saw one small dolphin but no other wildlife. The boat does not stop to look around at any time. We had to drive almost 2 hours to get to this boat but there looked to be the same type of boat tour that left right from the beach at our hotel.

Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Jul 12, 2024

Dear Catherine,
Thank you for the wonderful review! I loved planning this trip for your families and I am so happy to see you really enjoyed it. If yo ever decide to come back, it would be my pleasure to help plan another trip for you all.
Thank you & kindest regards,
Dalia

Fabulous Spain trip!
Spain | Jun 24 - Jul 1, 2024

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Carma H.
North Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024
We had a wonderful trip to Spain. Our travel agent, Dalia, did an amazing job planning a wonderful family vacation for us! All of the tours she arranged for us were wonderful, the tour guides were wonderful, she made everything so easy! Highly recommend! Read more

We had a wonderful trip to Spain. Our travel agent, Dalia, did an amazing job planning a wonderful family vacation for us! All of the tours she arranged for us were wonderful, the tour guides were wonderful, she made everything so easy! Highly recommend!

Activity Reviews
Montserrat private half-day trip
Montserrat private half-day trip
Barcelona
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Modernist Barcelona: Gaudi's Highlights
Modernist Barcelona: Gaudi's Highlights
Barcelona

Sagrada Familia was breathtaking!

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Sevilla Tapas & Flamenco: A tale of Triana
Sevilla Tapas & Flamenco: A tale of Triana
Seville
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Ronda & White Villages Day Trip
Ronda & White Villages Day Trip
Seville
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Sevilla Guided Tour
Sevilla Guided Tour
Seville
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Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Jul 02, 2024

Hello Carma,

Thank you so much for your kind review! It was so lovely planning this trip for you and your family and I have never had such positive feedback from all of my guides as much as I had with you!
Let me know if you ever decide to travel to Spain or Portugal again in the future. It would be my absolute pleasure to help!

Warm regards,