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Martina Venturi

After obtaining a Bachelor Degree in Art History at Milan University, I worked as event planner and tour guide, fostering my obsession for organizing experiences. I then traveled the world, eventually settling in Washington DC to work for the Smithsonian Institution as Curator Assistant. But Italy was calling me and I returned to set roots in my beloved Country. After gaining extensive experience in Sales at a leading Italian manufacturing company, I brought my skills to my first love, tourism, and joined Authenticus Italy.
When I'm not designing the next dream trip, you can find me making fresh orecchiette for my family or blissfully dancing at Caribbean rhythms with my lifetime friends.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialize in Italy, with a soft spot for Cinque Terre and the Amalfi Coast. I love to organize cultural experiences (guided tours of the highlights as well as more specific themed tours - i.e. liberty architecture in Milan, street art in Naples, the historical shops of Genoa...), as well as fun and indulging activities like wine tastings, cooking classes and boat or vespa tours."

How did you get involved in travel?

"I was raised a traveler since I was a toddler, by curious and active parents who always brought me along in their trips in Italy and abroad. I never stopped feeling drawn to new cultures, eager to see with my own eyes the Beauty and variety that the world and the peoples have to offer. Traveling expanded my mind and enriched me as a human being. I feel lucky to say I had the opportunity to visit more than 20 countries, learn 6 languages, master 15 national cuisines... and many more will come!"

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"Once I was travelling with friends through Cuba, following an itinerary I had been designing and studying in details for months. When in Trinidad we met some locals and established a beautiful connection. There and then, we decided to cancel the rest of our itinerary and stay in Trinidad for the rest of our trip. It was the best decision we could have made. Our new local friends showed us the area and invited us at all their social gatherings. They opened their homes and families to us with warmhearted generosity, giving us the unique opportunity to see and live the island through their eyes. They transformed us from regular tourists into real explorers."

Martina is part of the following groups: Italy Travel Agents, Italy Luxury Travel Agents
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Recent trip reviews for Martina

The Trip of a Lifetime!
Italy | Sep 28 - Oct 7, 2024

James
James C.
San Francisco, CA | Reviewed on Oct 10, 2024
First, I have to thank Martina, Elisa, Alessia, and the rest of the Authenticus Italy team for their guidance and patience in working with us to plan my 50th Birthday trip to Rome, Naples and the Amalfi Coast. It really was the trip of a lifetime. Martina was so attentive to my wants and needs and was so helpful in picking an ideal itinerary of experiences that were special and unique to our preferences. She even included extra-special touches like a special surprise rooftop concert! ... Read more

First, I have to thank Martina, Elisa, Alessia, and the rest of the Authenticus Italy team for their guidance and patience in working with us to plan my 50th Birthday trip to Rome, Naples and the Amalfi Coast. It really was the trip of a lifetime. Martina was so attentive to my wants and needs and was so helpful in picking an ideal itinerary of experiences that were special and unique to our preferences. She even included extra-special touches like a special surprise rooftop concert!

The hotels chosen were all in fantastic areas close to major sites and activitites, and very clean and comfortable and the breakfasts included helped get our days off to a nice start. The car services we had also were nice and made it so much easier to navigate the longer journeys of our trip with ease. The tours we had were all so in-depth and educational and the guides we had were incredibly knowledgable and entertaining. They helped show us things we never would have been able to find or do on our own. The meals and wine tastings and other foodie experiences were also fantastic, giving us a taste of how the locals live. The Vespa food tour of Rome, the tour of Pompeii, wine tasting on Mt. Vesuvius, the hike in the Amalfi mountains, and the Fiat tour to Positano were just a few of the amazing things we experienced. We took so many pics and made so many memories to last a lifetime!

We did have a few miscommunications once we landed in Italy (mostly due to me not getting the correct kind of eSIM for phone service beyond just WiFi/data) but they were handled very swiftly and efficiently with no impact to our itinerary or the enjoyment of any of the activities. I have learned from my mistake and now know what to do in the future!

In the end, I would not hesitate to use Authenticus Italy's services again and have already recommended them to friends and colleagues who are thinking of planning trips to Italy.

Grazie mille!
James and Jake

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Manfredi Suite
Rome

Clean, comfortable and close to major attractions. The breakfast is also nice!

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Grand Hotel Santa Lucia Naples
Naples

Beautiful hotel with spacious rooms. It was clean, comfortable and the closeness to the waterfront was nice.

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Hotel Residence
Amalfi

Gorgeous hotel. Clean, comfortable, and being right on the beach was a huge plus.

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Activity Reviews
Guided Visit to the Colosseum, Palatin Hill and Roman Forum
Guided Visit to the Colosseum, Palatin Hill and Roman Forum
Rome

Laura was a wonderful guide! So knowledgable and helpful in giving us a fantastic experience.

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Vespa Tour with Food Tasting
Vespa Tour with Food Tasting
Rome

Pedro and Chris were so nice and helpful. They zipped us around Rome with speed and we got to taste delicious foods and see sites off the beaten path that we would not have been able to access as easily on our own.

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Early Access Tour of the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
Early Access Tour of the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
Rome

Our guide Sev was a font of knowledge, guiding us through the often overwhelming halls of the Vatican with humor and his endless insight of the art and history.

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Premium wine tasting and dinner in Rome
Premium wine tasting and dinner in Rome
Rome

Alessandro at Rimessa Roscioli was fantastic! His knowledge and passion for wine and food was infectious. The restaurant, especially the private wine tasting dining room, was super nice and homey. The wines and foods were also superb.

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Guided Walking Tour of Rome
Guided Walking Tour of Rome
Rome

Anna Maria was such a sweet guide. Since we had already done some walking around on our own, we skipped a few of the usual tourist spots and Anna Maria was grateful to get to go "off script" a bit and take us to some places she usually doesn't go to.

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Surprise gift activity
Surprise gift activity
Rome

The rooftop opera concert on the Terazza Borromino was such a thoughtful touch! It really was special and even the light sprinkle of rain didn't put a damper on the evening.

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Guided Walking Tour of Napoli
Guided Walking Tour of Napoli
Naples

Ivan was a nice guide, taking us around to places we'd never thing to visit on our own or places that would be difficult for first-timers to get to. His knowledge of the history of Naples was so fascinating and impressive.

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Wine Tasting on Mount Vesuvius
Wine Tasting on Mount Vesuvius
Italy

This was such a treat! Everyone at the Cantina del Vesuvio was so enthusiastic about us making the most of the experience while serving up delicious wines and food in a stunning setting. A real highlight of the trip!

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Fiat 500 Tour
Fiat 500 Tour
Italy

Andrea was great! It was tough for us 3 tall guys to fit in the tiny car but once we rolled the top down we were good to go! The sights along the winding road to Positano were incredible and Andrea took such fantastic pictures of us and the car in some of the most beautiful settings you could imagine.

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Limoncello Experience & Tasting
Limoncello Experience & Tasting
Italy

We love LaLa! She was so sweet and helpful in guiding us through the process of making limoncello and the tasting, giving us a glimpse into her family's business, Valenti Positano. Besides the limoncello, we got to sample many more of the tasty treats Valenti makes.

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Local specialist: Martina Venturi

Italy Trip for our 40th Anniversary
Italy | Sep 18 - Sep 29, 2024

Thomas
Thomas K.
Mooresville, NC | Reviewed on Oct 02, 2024
Our trip was fabulous! All of the hotels were really nice and their locations were close to all the attractions. Our tour leaders were great, and very knowledgeable on the subjects at hand. All of our transfers were on time, and the drivers were very cordial. All of the sites that Martina suggested were great, and we loved the different wineries she selected for us to visit. We would definitely use kimkim again in the future. Read more

Our trip was fabulous! All of the hotels were really nice and their locations were close to all the attractions. Our tour leaders were great, and very knowledgeable on the subjects at hand. All of our transfers were on time, and the drivers were very cordial. All of the sites that Martina suggested were great, and we loved the different wineries she selected for us to visit. We would definitely use kimkim again in the future.

Activity Review
Private boat tour of Cinque Terre
Private boat tour of Cinque Terre
Cinque Terre

This boat tour was one of our favorite activities of our whole trip. Our host was great, knew the area well, and his English was perfect. He even had bread, pesto, and wine made by his neighbor on the boat for us and it was all exceptional!

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Local specialist: Martina Venturi

Rome in August
Italy | Aug 15 - Aug 26, 2024

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Carisa B.
Mequon, WI | Reviewed on Sep 06, 2024
Martina was amazing to work with. From the start, we were sure of our plans and vision for our trip, and she helped roll with all the changes and enthusiastically brought us new ideas. We truly felt taken care of and we could relax on our trip while. Rome was amazing, and every single driver that we had went above and beyond. It was very hot, and lots of things were closed or had weird hours due to the summer holiday, but we knew that all our things were pretty well taken care of because... Read more

Martina was amazing to work with. From the start, we were sure of our plans and vision for our trip, and she helped roll with all the changes and enthusiastically brought us new ideas. We truly felt taken care of and we could relax on our trip while. Rome was amazing, and every single driver that we had went above and beyond. It was very hot, and lots of things were closed or had weird hours due to the summer holiday, but we knew that all our things were pretty well taken care of because of Martina. The Colosseum especially, our guide was able to navigate all the crowds and knew all the secrets to skipping the lines and managing the heat. My family particularly loved the Gladiator experience; it was a huge hit with my son, and even my husband got involved. The golf cart tour on our first night was a great way to get acclimated to the city, hit all the major stops, and also some hidden gems, and our guide gave us so many great tips of how to spend the rest of the time in Rome (best restaurants, parks, places to hide from the crowds and heat). He even called and made us a reservation for dinner that night! We did do a food tour one night, which I think suffered a bit from some of the restaurants being closed for the holiday. But overall what an amazing experience and a great trip.

Hotel Review
Condominio Monti Boutique Hotel
Rome

This hotel was so cute, and it was in a great neighborhood. The service was outstanding and there is nothing better than walking out your door and having a beautiful view of the Colosseum. I would definitely stay here again.

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This place was stunning and just felt so perfectly curated. They had a brand and a vibe and they owned it. Loved it.
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Loved the neighborhood of Monti, there were so many cute shops and great places to stop for a snack and a glass of wine around.
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Activity Reviews
Rome by Night - Private Golf Cart Tour
Rome by Night - Private Golf Cart Tour
Rome

LOVED The driver. He was so personable and friendly. I felt like he did a nice job balancing out some touristy spots with also some hidden gems. It really felt customary to our interests. He also gave us an entire list of recommendations for the rest of our time in Rome, and called in a reservation for us that evening. Truly went above and beyond. Great tour.

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Guided Tour of the Colosseum
Guided Tour of the Colosseum
Rome

This day was really, really hot... so I think it impacted the experience a bit. Our guide was phenomenal at skirting the lines and knew all the employees at the Colosseum, so she could get us in and around the crowd which was great and a game changer for the day. She also knew more about the Colosseum and Roman history than I think anyone in the entire world, so impressive. Our 7-year-old had a hard time paying attention; it was a ton of information, and we could have used some moments to stop and breathe a bit. It felt a bit more like a lecture than a tour, and both my husband and I found ourselves forgetting to stop and look at things to just soak it in, because we felt we needed to pay attention to the lesson. She was very, very, very nice and I think would have been a great guide for an older group of people who had unlimited patience and had perhaps been there before and wanted a level 300 course.

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Gladiator museum & school
Gladiator museum & school
Rome

This was a perfect addition to our trip, it helped have something that felt special to our kiddo and really kept him engaged. It was very warm, and there were lots of mosquitos, so bring bug spray! But what a fun time! The staff was great, and the entire experience was well-paced and fun, even for us watching. Super memorable and overall just a silly fun time, but also felt authentic.

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Our driver was so kind, but didnt know where we were going, so we had to circle around a bit. Then we got there over 45 minutes early before they were open, so we just sort of sat around and waited because we werent sure if there was anything close enough to leave and come back .
Trastevere Food Tour
Trastevere Food Tour
Rome

This was a good tour, but I was wondering if we had fewer stops and things because of places being closed for the holiday. It said it was supposed to go 3 hours and we were done in under 2 hours.

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Great family experience in Italy!
Italy | Aug 9 - Aug 16, 2024

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Brannon G.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 20, 2024
A great experience for our family of 5 visiting Italy for the first time. The week was planned expertly with how we like to travel. The hotels and guides were memorable. August is very hot so be prepared. Very authentic experience( the food was so good!) and I highly recommend kimkim to anyone traveling. Looking forward to using Martina again for Northern Italy in the future! Read more

A great experience for our family of 5 visiting Italy for the first time. The week was planned expertly with how we like to travel. The hotels and guides were memorable. August is very hot so be prepared. Very authentic experience( the food was so good!) and I highly recommend kimkim to anyone traveling. Looking forward to using Martina again for Northern Italy in the future!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Residence
Amalfi

Great location in Amalfi next to the busiest shopping and eating street but the early mornings were loud on our side with the shops being restocked so you hear pallets being loaded and unloaded. Very nice morning breakfast.

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As mentioned, the road by our window was very loud in the early morning. but the location for the throughfare and action was on point.
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Palazzo Caruso
Rome

Very authentic and unique hotel located within walking distance of everything.

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Activity Reviews
Guided Walking Tour of Rome
Guided Walking Tour of Rome
Rome

Demetri--the tallest guide in Rome-- was an excellent host for our morning. Very knowledgeable guide and informative which made the morning so enjoyable.

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Market Tour & Cooking Class
Market Tour & Cooking Class
Rome

Chris was such a great guide and chef! What a memorable experience we had making pasta. It was the first meal we tried to recreate when we returned back home.

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After Closure Tour of the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
After Closure Tour of the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
Rome

Enjoyable evening spent in the Museum. Our guide was very knowledgeable but sometimes hard to hear as there are lots of twists and turns during the tour and the earpiece couldn't pick up his microphone. The entire grounds were much larger than we expected. More of a history of the paintings and sculpture than talk about religion.

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Wine Tasting and Lunch in Amalfi Coast
Wine Tasting and Lunch in Amalfi Coast
Italy

We loved our time spent on Patricia's vineyard! An amazing lunch followed our knowledgeable guide's discussions of how they make their unique wine and a tour of the grounds. Many great picture stops along the way.

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Chris was an excellent host for the day!
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Welcome to the Amalfi Coast!
Welcome to the Amalfi Coast!
Italy

Wonderful location to visit. Picturesque views from the water and a cute little town. Close to other well known cities to make day trips to.

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Driver wasnt in the anticipated waiting area at the Naples airport. We had all 5 family members spread out and searching for him.
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Half day boat tour in Amalfi Coast
Half day boat tour in Amalfi Coast
Italy

Great views from the water and a great place to jump off and swim or snorkle! Water was warm and easy to spend time in. Not a large boat so the water was a little choppy to navigate through.

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Local specialist: Martina Venturi

Amazing Italy Trip😊
Italy | Jun 18 - Jun 28, 2024

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Jennifer F.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 30, 2024
Martina did an excellent job organizing the trip for us. We had a fantastic time! From the hotels to the tours/ day trips, our trip was truly unforgettable. Martina made great recommendations to help us make the right decisions being our first time to Italy. Truly appreciate her advice & guidance during the planning/ booking process.
Also, Gabriel was amazing as our main POC while we were in Italy to make sure everything was perfect. He helped guide us along the way & answered any questions/...
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Martina did an excellent job organizing the trip for us. We had a fantastic time! From the hotels to the tours/ day trips, our trip was truly unforgettable. Martina made great recommendations to help us make the right decisions being our first time to Italy. Truly appreciate her advice & guidance during the planning/ booking process.
Also, Gabriel was amazing as our main POC while we were in Italy to make sure everything was perfect. He helped guide us along the way & answered any questions/ concerns that came up. Both Martina & Gabriel were fantastic & we couldn’t have done this trip without them, thank you both!

Hotel Reviews
Sogno di Giulietta e Romeo
Venezia

Great hotel. Excellent food & Located in the center of everything!

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Very cute boutique hotel
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Staff was very nice & helpful
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Very clean hotel
Hotel Navona Colors
Rome

Great location, excellent food, & located in the center of everything

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Super cute hotel
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Centralized in the
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Staff was helpful & friendly
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Very clean
Hotel Residence
Amalfi

Great location right on the sea, steps from the main strip, also near the ferries, & bus stop. Very nice hotel

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Super cute hotel
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Right by the main strip, beach, & transportation
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Very clean
Activity Reviews
Welcome to Venice!
Welcome to Venice!
Venice

Our tour with Daniela was amazing! Highly recommend

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Daniela!
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Our transport was a little delayed in Venice
Guided Walking Tour of Venice
Guided Walking Tour of Venice
Venice

Daniela was great. She was knowledgeable and gave us an option on what we wanted to see. She took us all throughout Venice.

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Guided Walking Tour of Rome
Guided Walking Tour of Rome
Rome
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Very detailed, knowledgeable
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Very knowledgeable & personable
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Wear good shoes, you will be walking a lot!
Wine Tasting and Lunch in Amalfi Coast
Wine Tasting and Lunch in Amalfi Coast
Italy

Alfonso was extremely knowledgeable, beautiful scenery, delicious wine & food!

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Organic ingredients are used & women owned business
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Amazing food! Technically a feast
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Very knowledgeable staff, thanks Alfonso!
Local specialist: Martina Venturi

Perfect trip to Rome, Amalfi and Tuscany.
Italy | Jun 1 - Jun 9, 2024

Briana
Briana R.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2024
Martina planned the perfect trip for us! Our hotel accommodations were almost perfect. Our only issue was one hotel that we were late to checking in to. Other than that, they were in the perfect location with great amenities. Our sightseeing tours were timed perfectly with breaks for things in between. Our tours in Rome gave us enough history and knowledge without exhausting us. Our boat tour of the island of Capri in the Amalfi coast was the highlight of the trip for me. Martina also... Read more

Martina planned the perfect trip for us! Our hotel accommodations were almost perfect. Our only issue was one hotel that we were late to checking in to. Other than that, they were in the perfect location with great amenities. Our sightseeing tours were timed perfectly with breaks for things in between. Our tours in Rome gave us enough history and knowledge without exhausting us. Our boat tour of the island of Capri in the Amalfi coast was the highlight of the trip for me. Martina also organized our transportation so well. We were nervous about having multiple drivers, trains, and ferries to catch. She provided us the best timing to arrive at the train station, and all of the correct information on where to go. I will definitely be recommending Kim Kim and Martina to any friends looking to go to Italy.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Navona Colors
Rome

Great location within the city. Close to a plaza with lots of shops and restaurants. Daily breakfast was great.

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Hotel Floridiana
Amalfi

Great location in the middle of Amalfi. The rooms were clean and spacious with a cute balcony. The rooftop jacuzzi was amazing!

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Boutique Hotel Galatea
Rome

We had a difficult time checking into this hotel. We were late in the evening so no one was at the desk. We called the number listed outside the hotel and it was not working. Since no one was at the desk to greet us, there was a random key to a room that we assumed was ours.

Activity Reviews
Guided Group Tour of the Colosseum
Guided Group Tour of the Colosseum
Rome

Great tour! Perfect timing and we loved our beautiful tour guide, Luana!

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Train service and private transfer from {{start_location}} to {{end_location}} with visit of Pompeii
Italy
Capri Half-Day Boat Tour
Capri Half-Day Boat Tour
Italy

The highlight of the tour for me! Absolutely stunning landscape. Our driver was amazing and showed us a ton of different caves and grottos. We were able to swim in one cave! We also swam in a beautiful area where we did some snorkeling. I would recommend this to anyone!

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Local specialist: Martina Venturi

Napoli & Amalfi
Italy | May 20 - May 28, 2024

Albert
Albert P.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on May 31, 2024
We had a fantastic trip to Napoli and Amalfi. We started our vacation in Napoli with a guided walking tour. We loved the hustle and bustle of the city, and, thanks to our guide Simone, we were able to see things that would pass normal tourists by. From Napoli we travelled to Amafi via Pompeii. We expected Pompeii to be good but 'good' doesn't even begin to describe the wonderfully informative visit provided by our guide Paola - her passion for her subect shone through! The Amalfi coast... Read more

We had a fantastic trip to Napoli and Amalfi.

We started our vacation in Napoli with a guided walking tour. We loved the hustle and bustle of the city, and, thanks to our guide Simone, we were able to see things that would pass normal tourists by. From Napoli we travelled to Amafi via Pompeii. We expected Pompeii to be good but 'good' doesn't even begin to describe the wonderfully informative visit provided by our guide Paola - her passion for her subect shone through!

The Amalfi coast was stunning. The highlight of our time on the Amalfi Coast was a Fiat 500 Tour from Amalfi to Positano. Andrea, our host, took some amazing photos of us amidst wonderful scenery.

All of the above was only possible thanks to the hard work & dedication of our tour organiser, Martina. Her advice as we were planning our vacation was excellent. Her organisation was first class and, during our trip, she was always on hand to ensure that we had a problem free vacation.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Piazza Bellini & Apartments
Naples

Great City Centre location. Very comfortable room and a great breakfast!

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Hotel Residence
Amalfi

Very centrally located and within walking distance of all that Amalfi has to offer.

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Activity Reviews
Visit Naples Underground
Visit Naples Underground
Naples
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Wine Tasting and Lunch in Amalfi Coast
Wine Tasting and Lunch in Amalfi Coast
Italy
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Guided Walking Tour of Napoli
Guided Walking Tour of Napoli
Naples
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Fiat 500 Tour
Fiat 500 Tour
Italy
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Local specialist: Martina Venturi

First Trip to Italy
Italy | May 11 - May 20, 2024

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John M.
Kearny, NJ | Reviewed on May 25, 2024
We were traveling to Italy for the first time. We knew the locations where we wanted to go but did not know the best way to get to each city, where to stay and activities to consider. We decided to use KimKim to reduce the stress of booking the trip on our own and it was a great decision. Martina helped us plan out the trip and gave us options and advice as we finalized our plans. During the trip, we had two issues come up, a canceled train and a hotel having incorrect payment... Read more

We were traveling to Italy for the first time. We knew the locations where we wanted to go but did not know the best way to get to each city, where to stay and activities to consider. We decided to use KimKim to reduce the stress of booking the trip on our own and it was a great decision. Martina helped us plan out the trip and gave us options and advice as we finalized our plans. During the trip, we had two issues come up, a canceled train and a hotel having incorrect payment information. In both cases, we called Martina and she quickly helped solve the issues. She was also able to help us book a last minute tour in Rome. Just as we had hoped, Martina helped make this a low stress trip so we could enjoy the experience. We would highly recommend KimKim and Martina.

Local specialist: Martina Venturi

I cannot say enough good things about our Kim...
Italy | Feb 18 - Feb 25, 2024

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Anne G.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Feb 27, 2024

I cannot say enough good things about our Kim Kim travel experience.
The communication was amazing and the specialists' made things happen so swiftly and perfectly.
Thank you Martina in particular!
Anne

Local specialist: Martina Venturi

Spectacular Dolomite trip start to finish!
Italy | Feb 18 - Feb 25, 2024

Charlie
Charlie L.
Cortlandt Manor, NY | Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024
It was spectacular from start to finish with meticulous planning and excellent recommendations. We particularly enjoyed our stay at Villa Tony in Corvara, which has a warm, friendly feel. I don’t know the Ladin word, but it is Gemütlichkeit in German. The dining room staff was wonderful and the food, amazing.
Experiencing the skiing, including the Sellaronda and the Hut food is something you can not find in the US. Well worth the trip.
Although we only had 1 day in Venice, our guide... Read more

It was spectacular from start to finish with meticulous planning and excellent recommendations. We particularly enjoyed our stay at Villa Tony in Corvara, which has a warm, friendly feel. I don’t know the Ladin word, but it is Gemütlichkeit in German. The dining room staff was wonderful and the food, amazing.
Experiencing the skiing, including the Sellaronda and the Hut food is something you can not find in the US. Well worth the trip.

Although we only had 1 day in Venice, our guide Daniela made the most of it and it was such a treat to have such a knowledgeable local guide navigating us through the canals, alleys and history of Venice.

Most of all, we must thank Martina for planning such a spectacular trip and being there every step of the way on the rare occasion we needed help. Thank you! Having this type of well planned and thoughtful excursions made the trip hassle free from start to finish. Surrender your planning to Kimkim, you will be happy!!

Local specialist: Martina Venturi