Good Vibes Tours

This mother-daughter trip was organized by the awesome Aleksandra, who helped us in every step of the way with hotels, activities, tours, and everything we needed to have a great trip. We visited London, Edinburgh, Inverness, Glasgow and Dublin.
I will write as much as possible for each city.
- London: The hotel in London was comfortable, although the beds were very small, everything else was good, especially the room cleaning service. The breakfast was excellent. Our private Royal tour with Diana in Spanish was very good, the walking pace was calm and she explained in a detailed way the places we visited. The Shakespeare's Stratford and Cotswolds tour was nice, however, the time in each place was short and the group was very large which made it difficult for us to follow the guide. The Afternoon tea at Fortum & Mason was amazing, we had a great time and the manager explained every single detail about this tradition to us.
- Edinburgh: The hotel in Edinburgh was nice, the room was comfortable, large, and clean. The breakfast was good but limited in the dishes that they offered. We asked for a decaf coffee and they reluctantly gave us a press full of coffee, it wasn't until we spoke to the manager that they brought a cup and apologized. The hotel's location is excellent, you only need to take a bus to get to the center and the hotel's area is calm. Please, warn others NOT to take the tram, it is too far from the hotel. The Old Town private tour was rushed, full of relevant information and interesting historical facts. Gains, our guide, is an amazing guide, and patient, he allowed me to translate to my mom the information he was sharing with us. Possibly not fully appreciated because we visited the old town at night. The St Andrews & Kingdom of Fife tour was very nice, our guide shared great information, and he gave us the correct amount of time for each stop without rushing. Many places, especially the cathedrals like St Giles and St Andrews were closed during the whole time we were there.
- Inverness: The Ness Walk Hotel is the best hotel we've ever visited. It is a gem of Scotland. Inverness is a really small town but the hotel has a great location. Everything about the hotel was amazing, from the customer service to the hotel room, simply wonderful. The Ultimate Isle of Skye Tour was great, Emma showed us relevant sites during the tour. The bus was full and it was kind of uncomfortable but everything we visited was amazing.
- Glasgow: The Adress Hotel has very basic and small rooms. The bathroom is too small, especially the shower. Service upon arrival was slow and the hotel keys were disabled when we wanted to go up to the room. Absolutely NO ONE helped us with our bags, we were just told “There is an elevator”. I recommend this hotel for a few days for its good location but everything else is bad, to be honest. We booked a free tour online in Spanish with "Somos Escocia", highly recommended.
- Dublin: We honestly didn't have enough time in Dublin. This city is amazing, the people are warm and nice, and the city is lively and fun. The Cliffs of Moher was a great tour, the weather was amazing that day but the description said "small group" and it was a big group! like 40 people in a big bus. The tour was not bad at all but it wasn't a small group tour.

Kateryna provided me with stress-saving advice and assistance from the very outset. I had a very short time to organise a wonderful family trip for a large family with diverse ages. Kate absolutely nailed it!! From the luxury accommodation to the memory-creating activities like horse-riding in the highlands, our trip contained something for all of us and it was truly incredible.

Hotel Review

Cromlix

Dunblane

This was my pick from the trip. From the moment we walked through their doors, their hospitality was unmatched. They looked after us like we were part of their family. It was the best meal we ate for our entire trip too! We simply could not fault this place.

Authenticity & Character

Just the most beautiful renovated mansion you have ever seen. No detail has been ignored. The artwork was stunning.

Location

The location was a little out of town but still close to a village and not far from some wonderful attractions.

Staff

The best we encountered and everyone we encountered was super friendly. The staff at Cromlix were next level - just so well trained and professional.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Every room was immaculate and the entire place was beautifully maintained.

Activity Reviews

Edinburgh Secret Walking Food Tour

Edinburgh

We had a wonderful guide - Nichola who was such a passionate Scot with so much knowledge about the food and Edinburgh in general.

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Highland Trekking and Trail Riding

Scotland

This was an epic adventure. Getting to the location was not super easy but it was worth the snowy drive in on narrow country roads! The ride through the highlands was something we will never forget.

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He was incredibly knowledgeable about the land and environment upon which we were riding.

We had a great trip & visited York, Bath, Castle Comb & Oxford. Our travel specialist did a great job with a very short notice on putting the trip together! We had done some planning, but were not able to give the go ahead until a week or so before departure. Katerina worked very hard getting it all put together for us. All of the tours & drivers worked out well. We had some private drivers to see Stonehenge, Wells, Blenheim Palace, Warwick Castle, Windsor Castle & Stratford Upon Avon. Our favorite place was The Manor hotel in Castle Comb! What a great property! We also really enjoyed the Gainsborough Bath Spa hotel in Bath. All of the places we stayed were unique & enjoyable. We would definitely use KimKim again & highly recommend Kateryna!

Our trip was incredible Alexandra was so responsive whenever we needed help or had questions. The hotels and tours were also exceptional.

Amazing trip. Alejandra was wonderful. Reminded us of things as we went along so we would be in the right place. Worked with us on the itinerary which was great

Hotel Review

Lansdowne Hotel

Ballsbridge, Dublin 4

Not great. Very Quirky. But the show in the basement was fantastic and the restaurant food good

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Cleanliness & Comfort

Rooms too hot or cold. Our room was not good, had an additional space that was useless and the main area too small particularly the bathroom

Activity Review

Introducing Joyce’s Dublin Walking Tour

Dublin

Fantastic. Our guide was great, knew James Joyce well.

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Transport

What an awesome trip! Kateryna did an exceptional job working within my budget and creating an itinerary that struck the perfect balance between seeing the sights and truly experiencing the UK. The communication before and during my trip was clear and informative, which made everything so smooth. I loved driving through the beautiful English countryside—it was such a relaxing and scenic experience. One of my favorite moments was the boat tour on the Thames, which offered a unique and peaceful perspective of the area. Overall, I felt like I got an authentic taste of the UK and came home with amazing memories (and plenty of photos!).

Hotel Reviews

Phoenix Hotel

London

The hotel room was compact but clean and practical. Although there was no air conditioning and the walls were quite thin—I could hear the neighbors overnight—I still slept very well. The breakfast was excellent, and the location was unbeatable, with easy access to shops, eateries, and the London Underground. The area felt safe and was very accessible, making it a worthwhile stay despite the minor inconveniences.

Authenticity & Character

Flet generic. Like a medical facility.

Location

Close proximity to retail and transportation.

Staff

Extremely helpful staff.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Overall, the hotel felt very clean.

Malmaison Oxford

Oxford

The Malmaison Hotel in Oxford is truly in a unique location. I absolutely loved my room—it was beautifully and appropriately decorated, with decent ventilation, a comfortable bed, and a lovely bathroom with a fantastic shower. The restaurant was incredible, offering an unforgettable dining experience. But what truly stood out was the staff. They made me feel incredibly welcome and genuinely cared for. I had just been in a minor car accident right before my arrival, and the staff showed such understanding and compassion as I checked in after a tough situation. Their kindness made all the difference in my stay.

Authenticity & Character

Staying in a historic castle/prison was exceptionally unique. The decor throughout and in-room was fun!

Location

Walkable to everything. Felt very upbeat and lively.

Staff

I couldn't be more grateful for each staff member who helped me throughout my stay. A fantastic team!

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean and tidy.

Activity Reviews

Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus

London

The hop-on hop-off bus was a lot of fun and a great way to see several sights in London in the open air. The staff were very friendly, and the onboard experience was excellent. I especially enjoyed the drive through Knightsbridge, even with the traffic—it gave me time to take in the beautiful surroundings. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience.

Quality of Experience

I was frustrated that they were not able to validate my pre-paid ticket.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Extremely friendly and understanding staff.

Transport

The onboard experience was great but locating stops was a challenge.

Thames Cruise with Dinner

London

The late evening river cruise was an amazing experience. The opportunity to capture photos and take in the expansive views of London at a leisurely pace exceeded my expectations. While the dinner was a bit awkward since I was traveling solo and surrounded by couples and families, I still valued the experience. The food was average—comparable to what you'd expect at a large wedding reception—but the overall ambiance and perspective of London made it worthwhile.

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Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels

London

This was an incredibly immersive historical experience. I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the unique history of this location, with architecture reflecting different periods over time. The Crown Jewels exhibition was absolutely incredible, and I loved the afternoon views of the Tower Bridge set against the London skyline. Overall, I learned a great deal and found the visit both educational and highly enjoyable.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Great conversations with the guides! Definitely engage them to optimize your visit!

Aleksandra was excellent! She took our specific interests and likes and crafted them into a well planned eight day vacation in London. She gave us an excellent mix of the history and culture and Overall vibe of London. We changed our days of travel and she was right on top of moving scheduled tours to accommodate. Can’t give enough positive feedback for how quickly and professionally and pleasantly she and Kim Kim reacted to, our needs. A note to travelers – Apple Pay and the subway system are a must! Google maps was very helpful in navigating both walking and public transit. No need to do a currency exchange as long as you have Apple Pay or a credit card. Thank you again.

Hotel Review

NYX Hotel London Holborn by Leonardo Hotels

London

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Activity Reviews

Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason

London

Hampton Court and Hever Castle Tudor Tour

London

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Tower of London Beefeater Welcome & Crown Jewels

London

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Hidden Pubs of London tour

London

Wow!!! what a fun and informative night couldn’t have asked for a better guide than we had. would highly recommend this experience!

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Six Course Michelin Star Dining with Champagne for Two at Angler Restaurant

London

We would like to say thank you to Aleksandra and Kim Kim for fine work done to give us a great trip to England! In the
past we have planned our own trips but given our lack of knowledge of Cornwall, we asked Aleksandra to provide us
help in picking each day of our trip, with her help we sketched out a way to see a bit of London, see some historical
and architectural sites of significance, and pursue our interest in filming locations for Doc Martin and Poldark.
Aleksandra worked on our itinerary with us, counseling on what was possible to reasonably cover each day. She picked
great guides for us to see Oxford University (Jacob) and Salisbury Cathedral & area (Allison), got us booked for all of
the events we picked, even getting us good seats for Hamilton which was sold out at the performance we attended.

We were very pleased with Aleksandra's picks for places to stay. In all we stayed 12 nights spread over 9 locations. The White Hart Hotel was a very relaxing, enjoyable place to start our trip and get over our jet lag on arrival in London. Boscundle Manor was so comfortable I wished we were there more than 2 nights. The Three Tuns was another favorite as we were welcomed like family by other guests in the pub when we went down for dinner. After driving almost 6 hours
on Oct 1 we were very impressed with the Stan Hill Court Hotel. All of the places we stayed were well run, clean, and
had friendly staff and good food. Aleksandra provided a very comprehensive trip plan I could reference on my phone
with all the tickets, confirmation numbers etc

Things change given different events. In our case the weather was not totally cooperative to our plans and some of
the events needed to be rescheduled or dropped from our list. We managed to fill the gaps with trips to Gunwaloe
Beach and to Geevor Tin Mine. Aleksandra helped us with changes and even arranged some ticket refunds for the
events we could not attend. We are now back in Canada, very content with what we accomplished in the last two weeks.
We now contemplate doing this again. Aleksandra will be our first contact for another trip.
John & Sally Bell,
London, Ontario, Canada.

Hotel Reviews

The White Hart Hotel

Kingston upon Thames

very good food, very customer friendly

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Sturdys Castle

Kidlington

good clean room suitable for a night stay. good food

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The St George and Dragon by Innkeeper's Collection

Topsham

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Boscundle Manor

St Austell

very nice location, owner was quite helpful in ideas for doing things in area

Authenticity & Character

beautiful location

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Cleanliness & Comfort

provided muffins to start the day in the room..nice idea

The Three Tuns

Helston

very nice old place with friendly staff. Really fun atmosphere at dinner in pub

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No 12 Furze Croft

St Ives

This was not a hotel. It was a couple rooms in someone's house. The owner was very friendly and helpful with advice on the area. Good parking and access to building.

Authenticity & Character

Very comfortable stay but was a new house location, not a traditional old hotel

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Stanhill Court Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

Charlwood

Really interesting old estate that was turned into a hotel. Very relaxing for last location of our trip.

Authenticity & Character

Beautiful property

Location

15 min from Gatwick Airport

Staff

Very amenable to moving us to a ground floor room at our request

Cleanliness & Comfort

Avonlea Guest House

Banbury

small room but very clean. Good food at breakfast

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Tintagel Arms Bed and Breakfast

Tintagel

Authenticity & Character

Location

good access to Tintagel Castle and Port Isaac.

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Activity Reviews

Iconic Oxford Private Walking Tour

Oxford

Jacob was great...knew his material and made the walk fun and interesting

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Secrets of Salisbury Private Walking Expedition

England

Allison was very informative

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I needed a few adjustments because I am traveling with a dog. Aleksandra was so helpful with finding excellent accommodations where my dog was treated well. Thank you!

Hey Katya, I thought you did a great job planning our trip. It can be very difficult to know what a client wants, but I thought you hit everything to a T. The weather was fortunately great and we did not need a guide for our Bin Nevis hike. The local tour guides that you used (Molly In Glasgow and Emma In Edinburgh) were fantastic. Both fun and very knowledgeable. Your choice of hotels at the Black Sheep hotel in Ft William, Ullinish House on Skye and Balloan Cottage in Inverness were perfect. Restaurant choices of West Pier on Skye, Hootenanny in Inverness, and Witchery in Edinburgh were spot on. Thoroughly enjoyed the tours at Edinburgh castle and Holyroodhouse Palace. We greatly appreciated how quickly you responded to all our communications! Thank you again for creating this amazing trip for us!

Hotel Reviews

Black Sheep Hotels Cabins

Spean Bridge

Beautiful location, amazing staff.

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Ullinish House

Isle of Skye

Wonderful couple ran this beautiful home. Breakfast was delicious, location was delightful!

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Activity Reviews

Edinburgh Old Town Tour

Edinburgh

Emma was the most fun, informative guide we have ever had-wonderful experience!

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Seal Spotting Loch Linnhe Cruise

Scotland

Learned so much from the talented boat captain.

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