KimKim/Original Travels provided excellent service and trip planning
Morocco | Jun 9 - Jun 14, 2024

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Jennifer M.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jun 23, 2024

I was a little skeptical about using kimkim at first-- but it proved to be a thoroughly convenient and helpful service in planning our trip(s) to Morocco and Portugal. The travel planning services provided by Ali and Said at Original Travels were excellent! Ali and Said were always responsive to our questions and the 6 day custom trip they planned for us through Marrakech, the Atlas Mountains and Erg Chebbi exceeded our expectations. Our driver, Tarik, was excellent. We spent 8-10 hours a day with him driving from one location to the next and really appreciated his good humor, knowledge of the local area and very safe driving skills.

Hotel Reviews
Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Aït Ouffi

We were pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and quality of the rooms in this newly renovated hotel. Dinner and breakfast were also very good.

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
Marrakech

We've stayed at Four Seasons all over the world. This location maintains Four Seasons well-deserved reputation for excellent service, beautiful rooms and grounds, and delicious on-site dining.

Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Desert Luxury Camp Erg Chebbi
Merzouga

It's a LONG journey to get here-- but when you're riding a camel off into the Sahara dunes and coming back to dinner and a fireside performance, it's all worth it!

Cleanliness & Comfort
For being in the middle of the desert, this location didn't lack any comforts, including A/C.
Riad Ksar Ighnda
Ait Benhaddou

While the rooms are 3 stars (clean, but relatively small), what really sets this property apart are its beautiful gardens and grounds and the views of the valley. Don't miss the chance to explore the mosque, hammam and bakery in the buildings next door .

Activity Reviews
A Taste of Tradition: Sharing Stories and Savory Delights at a Moroccan Home
A Taste of Tradition: Sharing Stories and Savory Delights at a Moroccan Home
Morocco

This was the perfect activity for our first night in Marrakech. Dinner was absolutely delicious and our kids enjoyed the chance to talk with the young son of the family who prepared our meal.

Quality of Experience
Family Visit to the Majorelle Gardens
Family Visit to the Majorelle Gardens
Marrakesh

This place was cool, but we could probably have skipped it in favor of more time exploring other parts of Marrakech. A little too 'instagrammy' for our tastes.

Quality of Experience
Feasting with Family: Unforgettable Evening Food Tour in Marrakech
Feasting with Family: Unforgettable Evening Food Tour in Marrakech
Marrakesh

Great experience walking through the markets with multiple stops to try soup, snails, olives, bread, tagine and fresh juice.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Super knowledgeable guide. Really enjoyed spending time with Hannan.
Local specialist: Ali Moujane
Ali
Ali Moujane
Local specialist in Atlas Mountains | Replied on Jun 25, 2024

Hi Jennifer,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that Original Travels could exceed your expectations. It’s wonderful to know that your trip through Marrakech, the Atlas Mountains, and Erg Chebbi was such a memorable adventure. We’re also glad to hear that Tarik's excellent driving, local knowledge, and good humor added to the experience. We hope to assist you with many more journeys in the future!

Best Wishes,
Ali