Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Hakim was wonderful to work with planning our...
Morocco | Oct 16 - Oct 26, 2023

Charles
Charles M.
Menlo Park, CA | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
Hakim was wonderful to work with planning our trip. His communication was always clear and prompt. He has a can-do attitude and was willing to accommodate any/all changes we wanted both before and during the trip. We had the good fortune of having Hakim along for the ride for our 10 day adventure across the country. Our national guide, Hanyn, was amazing knowledgable and very "plugged in" across the country. He always seemed to know the folks around us and was secretly providing gifts... Read more

Hakim was wonderful to work with planning our trip. His communication was always clear and prompt. He has a can-do attitude and was willing to accommodate any/all changes we wanted both before and during the trip. We had the good fortune of having Hakim along for the ride for our 10 day adventure across the country.

Our national guide, Hanyn, was amazing knowledgable and very "plugged in" across the country. He always seemed to know the folks around us and was secretly providing gifts to folks that helped us along the way. He was also very focused on our safety as our trip was shortly post the Hamas attach of Israel. We always felt safe and he exercised solid judgment.

Local specialist: Hakim ALIBOUCHE
Hakim
Hakim ALIBOUCHE
Local specialist in Agadir | Replied on Nov 02, 2023
Dear Charles, Thank you so much for your valuable review! I'd like to say once again "Thank you for your trust"! It has been a great pleasure working with you but most of all, traveling with you all together with Hanyn, exploring the country and all the cities included in your trip. It's an honor! I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the country and that your experience was just as expected. It has been more than a pleasure to serve you all and assist you during your time in Morocco. Hanyn... Read more

Dear Charles,

Thank you so much for your valuable review!

I'd like to say once again "Thank you for your trust"! It has been a great pleasure working with you but most of all, traveling with you all together with Hanyn, exploring the country and all the cities included in your trip. It's an honor!

I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the country and that your experience was just as expected. It has been more than a pleasure to serve you all and assist you during your time in Morocco. Hanyn sends his greetings and his appreciation too on your valuable review and recommendation. We can't wait to welcome you again in the near future.

Wishing you all the very best!

Best,
Hakim

All was organized well we enjoyed everything ...
Ireland | Oct 11 - Oct 24, 2023

Barbara
Barbara B.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
All was organized well we enjoyed everything and everywhere we stayed! Read more

All was organized well we enjoyed everything and everywhere we stayed!

Hotel Review
Ashling Hotel Dublin
Dublin

Excellent location and breakfast! All stays were good but band B tramore bed too small for two larger people. Also be good to make travellers aware of chance of pick pocket as we were on our tour in city center

Authenticity & Character
Location
Across street from bus to inner city to connect with other means
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Claire Monfray

Our trip was wonderful. Said planned a great...
Morocco | Oct 14 - Oct 21, 2023

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Nirali S.
Carmel, IN | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
Our trip was wonderful. Said planned a great trip - made it seamless and handoff on our end. Ayub was amazing. By the end of our trip we had become friends. He would get us cold water bottles when he knew we were about to go on a long walk. He showed us fun paths, he explained what he could. His background of living in the mountains and the live of Berbers was interesting and brought a depth of experienced knowledge to our trip. We enjoyed his company. Hid driving was great and he... Read more

Our trip was wonderful. Said planned a great trip - made it seamless and handoff on our end.

Ayub was amazing. By the end of our trip we had become friends. He would get us cold water bottles when he knew we were about to go on a long walk. He showed us fun paths, he explained what he could. His background of living in the mountains and the live of Berbers was interesting and brought a depth of experienced knowledge to our trip. We enjoyed his company. Hid driving was great and he knew where to stop for what.

Hotel Reviews
Riad Le Pèlerin
Marrakech

We loved this place. The staff was nice and the breakfast was good. After the first breakfast they kept track of what we liked or requested and these items were available for them the next day. We learned, although breakfast was amazing, it was a slow breakfast. Knowing this BEFORE our first morning would have been great : "Rian Le Pelerin has a beautifully set slow breakfast that comes to you fresh - so make sure you come down earlier if you plan to enjoy all they offer"

Authenticity & Character
Modern yet had lots of character
Location
pop out to shop and back in to rest
Staff
Kind and thoughtful
Cleanliness & Comfort
the main living spaces in the entry foyer were amazing. contatly cleaned between guests.
Kasbah Titrit
Ait Ben Haddou

We did not enjoy this stay. The rugs were gross, the bath/shower/sink faucets did not work. There was hardly any light to light the room. It felt very dirty. I would have rather stayed at the Hotel we could see from the top of the old palace where we climed to to the top (just past the game of thrones entry). There was a hotel there - we could see the pool. We would have loved to have stayed in this part of town beause we could leave our hotel and wander the area. The location we went to had nothing to wander - we just stayed in our hotel room before and after dinner and watched a movie - but we would have loved to have shopped and walked around and bought tea and cookies.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Just so dirty feeling - our floors were not cleaned when we arrived. But then they came and told us they wanted to clean the balcony, but they must have noticed it was not cleaned, so they quickly mopped up the place.
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

What a fun little place. They staff took pride in this camp. We had a wonderful time. Never camped or glamped before - we were happy!

Authenticity & Character
Location
nothing but stars for miles!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dar Rihana Dades
Douar Aït Ouffi

WOW!!! Everything about this place - the welcome tea and cookies, the outdoor patio, the decor, the locations in this sweet town, the dinner and breakfast - oh my, ALL PERFECTION!!!!!

Authenticity & Character
Perfection!!!!
Location
Perfection!!!!
Staff
Perfection!!!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Perfection!!!!
Activity Reviews
Exploring Marrakech's Wonders: A Family-Friendly Guided Tour & a Special Visit to the Tomb of Imam Al Jazuli´
Exploring Marrakech's Wonders: A Family-Friendly Guided Tour & a Special Visit to the Tomb of Imam Al Jazuli´
Marrakesh

This was the slow but informative pace we needed after a long travel in. Our guide was kind and spoke to the history and architecture and kept our kids engaged.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She was the kindest and sweeted soul - we enjoyed her company and welt a warm welcome!
Transport
Ayub for the win!
Family Cooking Class at Amal Non-Profit Center: Cooking with Purpose in Marrakech
Family Cooking Class at Amal Non-Profit Center: Cooking with Purpose in Marrakech
Marrakesh

This place was special. We took off a star because i think Said signed us up for 5 veggie tajins. We probably should have had 2 cous cous and 3 veggie tajins. By the end of all of that cooking, had nothing but veggies to eat over an over again. I think you mau have signed up up for 2 cous cous and 3 veggie tajine - but we didnt know, so when we told them we were veggie they put us in the 5 veggie tajin spots. I think the other large party must have had one veggie tajin and they took our cous cous. the kids and i were hungry and sad after this experience. eveyry other gorup had 2 or 3 different items to dine on and we had just veggies.

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Quad/ATV adventure in Marrakech palmeraie
Quad/ATV adventure in Marrakech palmeraie
Marrakesh

So much fun! Kids enjoyed this activity a lot!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Transfer from Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou
Private Transfer from Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou
Morocco

Surprisingly the kids loved this walk/hike!

Quality of Experience
Food
Was there food?
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ayub is the best!!!
Transport
Private Transfer from Ait Benhaddou to Merzouga Desert (Jeep Transfer to the Camp)
Private Transfer from Ait Benhaddou to Merzouga Desert (Jeep Transfer to the Camp)
Morocco

The camel ride was great. This was our first time doing this.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Sand-Boarding in Erg Chebbi (Free of Charge)
Sand-Boarding in Erg Chebbi (Free of Charge)
Merzouga

There was only 1 board. For a family of five, this meant a lot of waiting. T

Quality of Experience
Too slow with only 1 board
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
we walked up the hill. Having an ATV giving us rides bakc up would have ben nice and FUN!
Hiking and local family lunch in Dades valley
Hiking and local family lunch in Dades valley
Morocco

A intimate look at the lives of those who live in the green pastures we kept seeing from our view points and long drives. It brought a deeper understanding of how these areas look up close and the people who work and walk them.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Such a sweet and kind old man with lots of energy and the sweetest smile.
Transport
Local specialist: Saïd Nayt Addi
Saïd
Saïd Nayt Addi
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Oct 30, 2023
Hi Nirali, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful review of your trip, which sounds like an unforgettable experience. We're thrilled to hear that I planned an excellent trip that was seamless and stress-free for you. It's clear that Ayub went above and beyond in making your journey truly special. His attentiveness, from providing cold water bottles before your long walks to guiding you on exciting paths, added an extra layer of comfort and adventure to your trip. Ayub's insights into... Read more

Hi Nirali,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful review of your trip, which sounds like an unforgettable experience. We're thrilled to hear that I planned an excellent trip that was seamless and stress-free for you.

It's clear that Ayub went above and beyond in making your journey truly special. His attentiveness, from providing cold water bottles before your long walks to guiding you on exciting paths, added an extra layer of comfort and adventure to your trip. Ayub's insights into the mountain life and Berber culture undoubtedly enriched your experience, providing you with a deeper understanding of the region. The personal connection you formed with him, where he felt more like a friend than a guide, is a testament to his exceptional service.

It's great to know that Ayub's driving skills and knowledge of the best stops along the way added to the overall enjoyment of your trip. Your feedback reflects the type of experience we aim to provide, and we're delighted to have played a part in your memorable journey. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future.

Best Wishes,
Said

Minh is was knowledgeable of the area and pro...
Vietnam | Oct 7 - Oct 17, 2023

Phillip Salvador
Phillip Salvador L.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
Minh is was knowledgeable of the area and provided great recommendations.
The food tour he hosted was fun!
He was always friendly, accommodating and punctual
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Minh is was knowledgeable of the area and provided great recommendations.
The food tour he hosted was fun!
He was always friendly, accommodating and punctual

Hotel Reviews
Anatole Hotel Hanoi

Location was perfect, just a few steps away from the bustling Old Quarters in Hanoi. Service and service staff were very friendly, attentive, prompt and bilingual. Room were very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delightful with an array of fresh fruits and vietnamese and western style breakfast available. Amenities were phenomenal with the rooftop pool/bar along with the steam, sauna and whirlpool.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Not far from the Old Quarters and Hoan Kiem Lake Park.
Staff
Friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Extremely clean and presentable
Sapa Charm Hotel

Spacious rooms with a lovely view of the mountain and valleys of SaPa. Only thing I found a bit of a nuisance was the wooden bathtub in the shower took up a lot of room.

Location
More quiet and not too far from the city center of SaPa.
Staff
Very accommodating and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Silkotel Hoi An
Hoi An

Location was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms were very clean and spacious. Breakfast was excellent when many food options. Umbrella rental service was great especially due to the torrential rain.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to the main center of Hoian
Staff
Friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Swan Cruise

Great experience. Rooms were lovely and spacious. Upper deck was very spacious, clean and had great 360° views of Ha Long Bay. Service was superb. The food was okay, didn't seem as authentically Vietnamese. Drinks are expensive as all pricing is in USD.

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Activity Reviews
 Hanoi and walking street food tour
Hanoi and walking street food tour
Hanoi

Great overall experience with our guide. Some of the food places were okay, we did find a few places that were much better on our own.

Quality of Experience
Food
The particular place with the chicken feet was not as enjoyable as l thought.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very friendly, informative and patient
Transport
Hanoi - Ninh Binh: Tam Coc - Mua Cave
Hanoi - Ninh Binh: Tam Coc - Mua Cave
Hanoi

Great experience. The views are spectacular however just wear comfortable hiking shoes. The Eco Park was phenomenal followed by the bost tour along the water and into the caves. The food we had (lunch) in between activities was okay, quality was not the best.

Quality of Experience
Something different to experience.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Overall kind, courteous and accommodating
Transport
Clean and accommodating
Lao Cai - Sapa - Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van - Sapa
Lao Cai - Sapa - Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van - Sapa
Sapa

A great way to experience the local cuisine and life of habitats in the region. Do note, comfortable hiking shoes and rain gear is always recommended as you'll be doing a lot for walking down uncharted terrain where you can really experience the beauty of the countryside. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating.

Quality of Experience
Please see review.
Food
Food at our lunch-stop was so delicious. Lovely view of the rice fields while indulging in local cuisine
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Accommodating
Fansipan Peak - Cat Cat Village - Limousine bus back to Hanoi
Fansipan Peak - Cat Cat Village - Limousine bus back to Hanoi
Vietnam

Day 2 in SaPa with our lovely tour guide. Great experience walking from our hotel to the next village. Experiencing the local people, culture, folk music and day to days was lovely. Fansipan park later in the day was another great way to top off our experience. Seeing the world's highest situated Buddah statue in the world was phenomenal.

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Hoi An Fishing Village - Ancient Town Walking with Street Food Tasting
Hoi An Fishing Village - Ancient Town Walking with Street Food Tasting
Hoi An

A nice way to immerse yourself in the day to days of a local fisherman. Having the opportunity to cast the fishing nets and learning how to repair it was cool. But most of all having the opportunity to sit down and ask them questions about how Hoian has changed and how global warming and tourism has impacted the community both from a positive and negative aspect. Food tour in HoiAn was phenomenal, lots of great and tasty street food options. Our local guide was awesome and knew all the cool places to eat both touristy and off-the-beaten-path

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hoi An Free Day
Hoi An Free Day
Hoi An

Great place to visit and indulge in the local culture, cuisine and shops. Easy to get around town once you get familiarized with the area.

Quality of Experience
Food
Local specialist: Minh Nguyen
Minh
Minh Nguyen
Local specialist in Vietnam | Replied on Oct 31, 2023

Hi Philip,

Thank you so much for leaving such a wonderful feedback! I saw Jen's as well. I'm glad that you had a great time in my beautiful country and I'm sure it will be even better next time. This comments would help us a lot in improving our work and I look forward to welcoming you and Jen again!

All my best,
Minh.

Great trip…suggestions for improvement
Italy | Oct 11 - Oct 21, 2023

Paul
Paul M.
Scranton, PA | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
Kimkim Feedback 10/10-10/21/23
Reggio, Calabria and Sicily
Paul and Esther Mackarey
We have used kimkim twice and recommend you to many friends, two of whom use you for Portugal recently. We like your service but thought you might want to know how to make it better. Overall it is as a great trip. Our visit to my mother’s and grandparents home town of Martirano, Catanzaro, Calabria was special. Our driver, Fabri, went out of his way to ensure that we found the town and met some of the... Read more

Kimkim Feedback 10/10-10/21/23
Reggio, Calabria and Sicily
Paul and Esther Mackarey

We have used kimkim twice and recommend you to many friends, two of whom use you for Portugal recently. We like your service but thought you might want to know how to make it better.

Overall it is as a great trip. Our visit to my mother’s and grandparents home town of Martirano, Catanzaro, Calabria was special. Our driver, Fabri, went out of his way to ensure that we found the town and met some of the locals who knew my family. The overall itinerary, drivers, and walking tour guides were very good.
Special thanks for an exceptional job by:
Fabri. Driver in Reggio, Catanzaro and Messina
Francisco. Driver Mt Etna
All walking tour guides were very good… especially Marilu in Palermo

However, I do need to provide some feedback regarding accommodations. This information may prove to be valuable for your future travelers. While my wife and I are relatively fit, we are 65. And, while we don’t need to be pampered, a few conveniences are needed that White Rooms could not provide.

White Rooms in Reggio
I understand that Reggio is not a big tourist attraction but …
The B&B was under construction and all on the second floor to a landing, through a common staircase that serves another unrelated apartment, then into a small bedroom. It was good location but it was very noisy at night and at 6 am with garbage and street cleaning. It offered no breakfast onsite. A voucher for coffee and a biscuit was issued for a bar across the street. I think it is more appropriate for backpackers and short stays for those under 50/55

Khalisah in Palermo was very good and the location was easily accessible to the historical area.
It was clean, interesting decor and friendly staff. However, it is important to consider the age and physical conditions of the travelers carrying luggage up three floors … it was difficult. And, with self check in, no one was available to assist.

Additional information would be helpful For those renting cars and driving in Sicily:

Forewarn drivers about the difficulty parking. Especially when visiting Taormina (need to park just outside city in designated parking areas before entering). Google maps takes you through the old town and you will get a ticket. Similar in Cefalu, google takes you directly in the old town but parking just outside the old town, parking can be found but google will direct you into town. In Catania the streets are open to traffic but parking difficult. Parking guidelines (white, blue, yellow) would be helpful.

Hotel Reviews
White Rooms
Reggio Calabria

Under construction/renovation. Very noisy in am. 2-3 floors and difficult with luggage. Good access to town and water.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Catania

Beautiful. Clean. Great service and amenities. Great location.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
B&B A tonnara
Cefalu

Beautiful view of the sea. Good location but must be able to walk distances.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
B&B Khalisah
Palermo

Interesting theme and decor. Good staff and location but… we were in the 3rd floor and checked in after 5 (so had a self check in). It was difficult to get our luggage up 3 steep and narrow flights of steps and no staff on site. It is not a good place for older travelers unless they get a first or second floor.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was clean but not comfortable because of the 3 flights of stairs to our very very small room.
Best Western Hotel Rome Airport
Fiumicino

Perfect for the night before a flight home

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Taormina Highlights Walking Tour
Taormina Highlights Walking Tour
Italy

The walking tour guide was excellent.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We rented a car and drove… our mistake. Parking was difficult.
Private Transfer from Reggio Calabria to Catanzaro
Private Transfer from Reggio Calabria to Catanzaro
Italy

Fabri was excellent. He helped us locate the village were my mother and grandparents were born in Martirano, Catanzaro, Calabria, Italy

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full day with Driver at disposal - Private group
Full day with Driver at disposal - Private group
Italy

Fabri. Same As on Oct 11

Catania Tour - City Highlights Walk
Catania Tour - City Highlights Walk
Italy
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Mount Etna Guided Jeep Tour
Private Mount Etna Guided Jeep Tour
Italy

Francisco was outstanding

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ortigia Walking Tour: The Heart of Syracuse
Ortigia Walking Tour: The Heart of Syracuse
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Palermo Private Walking Tour
Palermo Private Walking Tour
Palermo
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Marilou was excellent.
Transport
Local specialist: Arianna Zampieri
Arianna
Arianna Zampieri
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Nov 11, 2023

Hello Paul,
I truly appreciate your thoughtful review. It brings us great joy to hear that you had a wonderful experience visiting your family's home town going back into your ancestors' roots, with the mindful guidance of our local suppliers and experienced guides. We have taken your comments into consideration, and have been working on new tools to provide even more memorable and seamless traveling experiences! See you next time, arrivederci from the Storywalking team!

Enchanting Morocco
Morocco | Oct 19 - Oct 26, 2023

Betsy
Betsy V.
Troy, NY | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
Hamid, our driver was excellent! He was very enthusiastic, prompt and full of great information. All of our guides were terrific…with a special shout out to our guide in Volubilis. And, of course, Majid did a great job…especially when we wanted to change plans on the fly. We enjoyed all if Morocco. Especially Chefchaouen, our beautiful hotel in the Atlas Mountains (The Widiane) and our day in Essaouira, We do have a few suggestions:
- We spent an awful lot of time in the car. ...
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Hamid, our driver was excellent! He was very enthusiastic, prompt and full of great information. All of our guides were terrific…with a special shout out to our guide in Volubilis. And, of course, Majid did a great job…especially when we wanted to change plans on the fly.

We enjoyed all if Morocco. Especially Chefchaouen, our beautiful hotel in the Atlas Mountains (The Widiane) and our day in Essaouira,

We do have a few suggestions:
- We spent an awful lot of time in the car. Perhaps we could have been presented with other options for some of the travel - flying or train. Or, at least have had a bigger car.
- We would have liked a little time in the modern parts of Morocco. We saw a lot of the history, but also would have liked to see how the country has developed.
- Lastly, we would have liked some different food options - at least a couple of lunches/dinners more upscale.

All and all - it was a great trip!

Hotel Reviews
Palais Sebban
Marrakech

A great insight into Riads.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It was very accessableu
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Widiane Suite And Spa
Bine El Ouidane

This was a great break from the Riads. Would have liked a full day here!

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Salam Fes
Fes
Authenticity & Character
Location
Did not feel it was as accessible as we would have liked.
Staff
The staff was amazing…the most hospitable of our whole trip!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Opera Plaza Hotel Marrakech
Marrakech

The only reason it is not 5 stars is because only one restaurant was open.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We actually enjoyed staying outside the Medina and would have liked this for more than one night.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Fes: Exploring the Imperial City
Fes: Exploring the Imperial City
Fes

Very much enjoyed seeing things outside the Medina

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half day Walking tour of Marrakech
Half day Walking tour of Marrakech
Marrakesh

The Medina was very interesting, but we didn’t need that much time there…it became a little overwhelming.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Needed a larger car for all the driving we did
Marrakech Food Tour
Marrakech Food Tour
Marrakesh

Didn’t do it - we were exhausted and overwhelmed

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
A day  Trip to  Essaouira  from Marrakech
A day Trip to Essaouira from Marrakech
Marrakesh

Loved it! A very different side of Morocco!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Ouzoud Waterfalls hike for 2 hours
Explore Ouzoud Waterfalls hike for 2 hours
Marrakesh

Lovely hike - perfect break from dtiving! Too many beggers and shops along the way.

Quality of Experience
Would have liked a choice of where to eat lunch.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore the Roman Ruins of Volubilis
Explore the Roman Ruins of Volubilis
Fes

Guide was fantastic - ruins are amazing!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner with a local Family in Fes
Dinner with a local Family in Fes
Fes

This was a wonderful addition to the trip. The family who hosted us was lovely. It was especially interesting to see the family dynamics.

Quality of Experience
Food
Authentic food made special for us!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day trip from Fes To  Chefchaouen
Day trip from Fes To Chefchaouen
Morocco

This was our favorite city. We liked that we had the afternoon on our own (no guide) so we could get away from the souk and explore some streets off the beaten path.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Long trip!
Local specialist: Majid Mrabti
Majid
Majid Mrabti
Local specialist in Morocco & France | Replied on Oct 29, 2023
Dear Betsy,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback about your recent trip to Morocco with us. I am glad to hear that your assigned driver/guide, Hamid, went above and beyond so you could cover the significant key site/attraction of the cities given the limited time of the overall trip, which appears to have resulted in long hours in the car, as for Riads stay, the latter are uniquely Moroccan. We highly recommend them to our guests for a better Moroccan...
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Dear Betsy,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback about your recent trip to Morocco with us. I am glad to hear that your assigned driver/guide, Hamid, went above and beyond so you could cover the significant key site/attraction of the cities given the limited time of the overall trip, which appears to have resulted in long hours in the car, as for Riads stay, the latter are uniquely Moroccan. We highly recommend them to our guests for a better Moroccan experience, rather than staying in big corporate hotels. Thank you again for your review, and I hope you can come back in the future to a different part of the country,
Best wishes,
Majid

Kanchenjuna was fantastic
Nepal | Sep 27 - Oct 23, 2023

John
John F.
Woburn, MA | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
Our guide, Bire, was the very best--experienced, supportive, and great company. The itinerary was challenging (as we expected) but worth the effort. Himalayan Trails isn't a discount organization--it's a SERVICE business and their service is exemplary. Top marks. We can't wait to come back. Read more

Our guide, Bire, was the very best--experienced, supportive, and great company. The itinerary was challenging (as we expected) but worth the effort. Himalayan Trails isn't a discount organization--it's a SERVICE business and their service is exemplary. Top marks. We can't wait to come back.

Hotel Review
Hotel Manaslu
Kathmandu

Great service and staff. Excellent services. It's a classic hotel with a wonderful feel that shows it's age in little ways, which totally worked for us.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It's a little bit off the tourist paths.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Amanda Delecca

We highly recommend this travel agency and th...
Japan | Oct 14 - Oct 24, 2023

Rhonda
Rhonda M.
Makakilo City, HI | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
We highly recommend this travel agency and the team of professionals organized by Fei. Before leaving on our 11 day trip to Japan, Fei helped us develop an exciting itinerary for visits to Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. She arranged all our accomadations for the hotels, events, train schedules and drivers - this was very well done and made the trip even more enjoyable. Our 3 tour guides (Yukari, Seiya, and Sachicko) are fantastic! Very informative, personable and caring people. They were... Read more

We highly recommend this travel agency and the team of professionals organized by Fei.

Before leaving on our 11 day trip to Japan, Fei helped us develop an exciting itinerary for visits to Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. She arranged all our accomadations for the hotels, events, train schedules and drivers - this was very well done and made the trip even more enjoyable.

Our 3 tour guides (Yukari, Seiya, and Sachicko) are fantastic! Very informative, personable and caring people. They were flexible and had great restaurant recommendations - delicious local food! Our drivers have also been very good and helpful. Thank you all for a wonderful adventure!
10/10 Would Recommend!🌟

Local specialist: Fei He
Fei
Fei He
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Oct 30, 2023

Hi Rhonda,
Thanks a lot for your positive feedback! We are so pleased to know that you had a fantastic vacation in Japan, especially delighted to hear that you have wonderful time with our guides, like their recommendation for the local restaurants and enjoy our local food.
Thank you for choosing our services and it’s my great honor and pleasure to play a part in customizing your trip to Japan.
Wish you a happy life and welcome back to Japan again in the future.
Warmest regards,
Fei

An Amazing Country
Croatia | Oct 6 - Oct 21, 2023

Thomas
Thomas B.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
If Bruno liked Vodka instead of a good red wine he would be in the 10 out of 10 category.
Can’t say enough good stuff about this guy.
Right from the planning stage to when we arrived in Croatia every thing went very smoothly. There was only one glitch on the entire trip of 14 days that wasn’t Bruno’s fault, but he handled it very quickly, and professionally I would say.
WhatsApp is wonderful.
WTG Bruno.
All the guides were great.
Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to in...
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If Bruno liked Vodka instead of a good red wine he would be in the 10 out of 10 category.
Can’t say enough good stuff about this guy.
Right from the planning stage to when we arrived in Croatia every thing went very smoothly. There was only one glitch on the entire trip of 14 days that wasn’t Bruno’s fault, but he handled it very quickly, and professionally I would say.
WhatsApp is wonderful.
WTG Bruno.
All the guides were great.
Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to in English.
No favourite guide, they were all on their game and very willing to share their way of living with us.
Wise choices on your part Bruno/KimKim, don’t miss place their phone numbers.
The only thing that would have enhanced this trip would be for us to a have chance to interact more with the local people and absorb more of the present day culture of this amazing country.
The accommodations were for the most part very nice. Didn’t like the two big hotels much, but they were very nice. Impersonal, but of a high standard.
All in all a holiday to remember.
One of those trips that you will never forget. Many thanks Bruno and KimKim.

Activity Reviews
Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park
Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park
Croatia

This had to be the highlight of the trip. A boat ride and then….. A ton of walking (14,770 steps on the ole pedometer that day), but every corner was like a postcard picture. The ducks on the waterfall were neat to watch as they fed on something. Never did figure that one out. The second part of the trip in the park was “The Cave”. The stairs were a bit of a challenge but we made it in stages, a 100 steps and then a little break, then 100 more. 517 steps in total. I counted every one and agreed with their count. BTW I’m 79.

Quality of Experience
It was every personally formatted for our desires.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Other than being very knowledgeable they laughed at my silly jokes.
Transport
Being able to drive unsupervised.
Explore Split & Diocletian's palace
Explore Split & Diocletian's palace
Split

Our guide Ivana gave us a very detailed tour of the palace. I didn’t realize that the Roman Emperor Diocletian had his head quarters at this palace in Split and not in Rome.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was very easy going.
Dubrovnik Old Town and the City Walls
Dubrovnik Old Town and the City Walls
Croatia

Was a pleasant walk and was nice to see the city from above.

Quality of Experience
We were on our own, no guide.
Local specialist: Bruno Martinović
Bruno
Bruno Martinović
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Oct 30, 2023

Hi Thomas,

Thank you very much for your feedback! I am happy to hear that we are able to fulfill your wishes.
It was a pleasure hosting you and your daughter.
Hope you took some lifelong memories from Croatia!
Hope to stay in touch!

Many regards.

Bruno

Australia trip
Australia | Oct 16 - Oct 27, 2023

Kolla
Kolla S.
India | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
The total trip was very well organised by Gary and his team Jess and Kerrie.Especially I shoud thank Kerrie a lot,she was with me right from the start of planning ,suggesting the best activities,planning the minute details,answering my every query and concern in real quick time,even when she was on leave with some health issue ,Kerrie did a great job which made our total trip a great hit with smooth flow from one activity to another day after day.She is a definite asset to your team Gary.The... Read more

The total trip was very well organised by Gary and his team Jess and Kerrie.Especially I shoud thank Kerrie a lot,she was with me right from the start of planning ,suggesting the best activities,planning the minute details,answering my every query and concern in real quick time,even when she was on leave with some health issue ,Kerrie did a great job which made our total trip a great hit with smooth flow from one activity to another day after day.She is a definite asset to your team Gary.The Mount Kosi guide Rohan was amazing,the spear fishing guides Loretta were amazing ,the bridge climb ,the transfers and all others were perfectly planned.Very impressed with Kimkim that I started planning my trip to Japan in March with a Kimkim specialist now.Thanks Kimkim team for a great holiday

Hotel Reviews
A by Adina
Sydney

In the heart of cbd,walking distance to all the city s attractions

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains
Jindabyne

Great place to stay with lovely views of the lake

Authenticity & Character
Location
Scenic n picturesque locale
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Vibe Canberra Airport
Canberra

Right next to airport 2mins walk

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Pick up your rental car at the Airport
Pick up your rental car at the Airport
Australia

Pick up was a breeze and enjoyed driving on Australian roads

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mt Kosciuszko professional guide to assist in summit climb - via Jindbyne
Mt Kosciuszko professional guide to assist in summit climb - via Jindbyne
Jindabyne

Rohan our guide was very helpful and guided us well.Doug briefed us clearly a day before about the trek.Had a great trek

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great Ocean Road Classic Tour
Great Ocean Road Classic Tour
Melbourne

Very scenic drive,the guide was exceptional

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Bike Tour - Classic Melbourne City
Bike Tour - Classic Melbourne City
Melbourne

The tour guide took us on bikes to all the major attractions in Melbourne and explained about the history of Melbourne clearly.The place he took us for lunch was great- The najed Satan!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Phillip Island Penguin Parade Ultimate Eco tour
Phillip Island Penguin Parade Ultimate Eco tour
Melbourne

Loved the cute little penguins and their walk back to the island

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Reef Heli tour from Agincourt Reef
Reef Heli tour from Agincourt Reef
Port Douglas

Amazing aerial views of the reef from the chopper

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Australia

Neatly organised trip,loved snorkelling in the reef

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Daintree Dreaming – Traditional Aboriginal Fishing
Daintree Dreaming – Traditional Aboriginal Fishing
Australia

Was an amazing experience with Loretta and dont remember the name of the guy.He was very good with spear fishing ,fished few crabs ,fishes and even a sting ray which we left back into the waters .He took us to his place and cooked us a tasty meal with our catch,awsome guy

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
YOUR Wildlife Habitat
YOUR Wildlife Habitat
Australia

The guide was too good.His love for the birds and animals in the habitat was exceptional and explained about each bird very clearly

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
BridgeClimb Summit - Twilight
BridgeClimb Summit - Twilight
Australia

Amazing experience with Shannon our guide who took all the care for an enjoyable experience

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Oz Jetboat
Oz Jetboat
Sydney

Experienced Adrenaline rush with jet boat

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Panoramic Sydney Sights & Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise
Panoramic Sydney Sights & Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise
Sydney

Covered the main sights of sidney,sort of orientation tour of the city

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sydney Opera House Tour
Sydney Opera House Tour
Australia

A special tour as both my wife and opera house were celebrating their 50th.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Gary Topic

zurich to taormina oct3’23 to oct 20’23
Italy | Oct 3 - Oct 20, 2023

celi
celi d.
Costa Mesa, CA | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023

zurich, lucerne, interlaken, zermatt, saint moritz,, bellagio, milan, palermo, taormina and catania!!!!! 18 days of unforgettable experience thanks to fabio who arranged it all! excellent service and assistance of all the tour guides and drivers as well! i highly recommend kimkim specifically fabio💕
i’m looking forward to my next trip with you😁

Local specialist: Fabio Ilardi
Fabio
Fabio Ilardi
Local specialist in Como, Italy | Replied on Oct 28, 2023

Buongiorno Celi,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It's been an absolute pleasure arranging your 18-day adventure through beautiful Switzerland and Italy. I'm thrilled to hear that you had an unforgettable experience! Wishing you all the best, and many more exciting adventures in the future! 🙂
Arrivederci,
Fabio

All the guides I had in Japan were awesome. ...
Japan | Oct 14 - Oct 27, 2023

Robert
Robert A.
Bethesda, MD | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023

All the guides I had in Japan were awesome. My favorite part of the tours we’re going to the shrines and temples. The nature adventures were awesome too.

Local specialist: Angel Tang
Angel
Angel Tang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Oct 31, 2023

Hi Robert,
Greetings from Angel.Thanks a lot for your trust to choose kimkim to customize your trip to Japan.It's our great pleasure to do this.So happy to know you have wonderful experience with all your guides.There are various beautiful shrines and temples with local culture and welcome you back again in the near future.Meanwhile, thanks a lot for the photos you shared with me and you are so prepared and friendly.

Best wishes from Japan,
Angel

Spain one bite at a time.
Spain | Sep 27 - Oct 10, 2023

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Elizabeth R.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
This was such a treat for us. Not having to do all the research was great because there were so many stunning surprises to behold, people to 8ntersct with and tons of great photos. San Sebastion and Basque Countryside was a highlight, as out tour guide, Diego, drove us all around showing off his slice of the world. Amaia was super informative in San Sebastian taking the time to answer all our questions, and Sara was super fun to go pintxos hopping with us.
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This was such a treat for us. Not having to do all the research was great because there were so many stunning surprises to behold, people to 8ntersct with and tons of great photos. San Sebastion and Basque Countryside was a highlight, as out tour guide, Diego, drove us all around showing off his slice of the world. Amaia was super informative in San Sebastian taking the time to answer all our questions, and Sara was super fun to go pintxos hopping with us.
Madrid was magic. Segovia stunning. Montserrat breath taking. Barcelona is such a lively city. Our tour with Ann-Marie could nit have been better, getting to know the mind of Gaudí. Such a great time. Thank you Spain!

Local specialist: Raquel Aceituno
Raquel
Raquel Aceituno
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Nov 15, 2023

Hi Elizabeth! Thanks so much for taking the time to share the highlights of your trip to Spain. I'm so pleased that you had a wonderful trip! I will pass your words on to our local guides Diego, Amaia, Sara and Ann Marie, who will love to hear that they have contributed to a memorable trip. I wish you and Erik all the best and hopefully, we can plan another adventure together in the future ;) Raquel

What an amazing experience! The places that ...
Morocco | Oct 15 - Oct 23, 2023

Hayley
Hayley B.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
What an amazing experience! The places that we stayed were all quite different and lovely. Our favorite hotel was in Essaouira. The Sahara desert was incredible. My favorite part of the trip was riding a camel to see the sunset and continue to the camp on a clear night with an infinite amount of stars. There was live music and dancing. It was such a magical journey. The people that we got to know could not have been more lovely. We were two ladies that were a little hesitant to travel... Read more

What an amazing experience! The places that we stayed were all quite different and lovely. Our favorite hotel was in Essaouira. The Sahara desert was incredible. My favorite part of the trip was riding a camel to see the sunset and continue to the camp on a clear night with an infinite amount of stars. There was live music and dancing. It was such a magical journey. The people that we got to know could not have been more lovely. We were two ladies that were a little hesitant to travel alone. We felt extremely safe the entire time. I highly recommend this experience.

Hotel Reviews
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

This was my favorite experience for my entire trip. We were only there for one night, but what a magical one it was. The staff was phenomenal! Absolutely loved this place!

Authenticity & Character
This is glamping!
Location
Out of this world!
Staff
Everyone was so lovely! We had a fantastic time singing and dancing!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Bayti
Marrakech

This was such a lovely riad. The people there were very helpful. The breakfast and welcome tea was wonderful. And you're right off of the spice souk, so your senses are in overdrive as soon as you arrive.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Suite Azur Hotel
Essaouira

This was such a beautiful, modern twist on the Morocco hotels. We really loved staying here!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kasbah Titrit
Ait Ben Haddou

I felt like I stayed in a palace! What a cool place to be. The views are jawdropping!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Tama & Spa
Ouarzazate

The riad is really beautiful, but the bed was so hard that I had a terrible night's sleep.

Authenticity & Character
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds could be softer.
Local specialist: Saïd Nayt Addi
Saïd
Saïd Nayt Addi
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Oct 30, 2023
Hi Hayley, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing time on your trip. It's clear that your journey through Essaouira, the Sahara desert, and all the unique places you visited left a lasting impression. Your description of the camel ride to witness the sunset in the Sahara desert, followed by a night under a sky filled with stars, truly sounds like a magical and unforgettable experience. The live music, dancing, and... Read more

Hi Hayley,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing time on your trip. It's clear that your journey through Essaouira, the Sahara desert, and all the unique places you visited left a lasting impression.

Your description of the camel ride to witness the sunset in the Sahara desert, followed by a night under a sky filled with stars, truly sounds like a magical and unforgettable experience. The live music, dancing, and the people you met along the way must have added to the charm of your journey.

We appreciate your kind words and look forward to hosting you again to explore more of this beautiful country in the future.

Best Wishes,
Said

We just completed a Spain/Portugal tour plann...
Spain | Oct 12 - Oct 26, 2023

Steven
Steven L.
Kaneohe, HI | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
We just completed a Spain/Portugal tour planned by Kimkim. What seemed like a sparse itinerary at first turned out to be one of the best trips we have taken. We had no issues with any of the arrangements, transportation, hotels and tours. Our idea of a tour is not the types where the company picks you up in the morning and takes you to all the tourist spots and returns you to the hotel at the end of the day. This tour felt like we were on our own and yet able to experience the... Read more

We just completed a Spain/Portugal tour planned by Kimkim. What seemed like a sparse itinerary at first turned out to be one of the best trips we have taken. We had no issues with any of the arrangements, transportation, hotels and tours.

Our idea of a tour is not the types where the company picks you up in the morning and takes you to all the tourist spots and returns you to the hotel at the end of the day.

This tour felt like we were on our own and yet able to experience the locales and really learn about each. Place. The guides they use had great knowledge and enthusiasm. It felt like we were in a friend’s hometown who was showing us their favorite spots.

Marina was on point, efficient and responsive and the reason we chose Kimkim. Now that we have completed the tour, wow just wow. We will definitely use Kimkim again in future trips.

Steve and Amelia

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Astoria
Barcelona

Good location, close to many good restaurants.

Authenticity & Character
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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
One Shot Tabakalera House
San Sebastian

We actually stayed at the hotel Zenit Convento. Marina switched the hotels due to construction in the area for the original hotel. Only issue we had was with the room keys which were very spotty when trying to open the door. Amazing breakfast, best on the trip I. Terms of quality and selection.

Authenticity & Character
Modern clean design.
Location
Good location within walking distance of restaurants and shopping areas.
Staff
Very service oriented and friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hesperia Bilbao
Bilbao
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Exe Almada Porto
Porto

Great staff, very helpful and friendly

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lisboa Prata Boutique Hotel
Lisboa

Quirky, charming hotel

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Taste Barcelona: Authentic Tapas & Neighborhood Walk
Taste Barcelona: Authentic Tapas & Neighborhood Walk
Barcelona

Boris our guide was great, funny and charming.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Barcelona Highlights: Montjuïc, Gothic Quarter & Sagrada Familia
Barcelona Highlights: Montjuïc, Gothic Quarter & Sagrada Familia
Barcelona

Leona was great, her personality was genuine we connected well with her.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Montserrat & Penedès: Nature, Devotion & Cava
Montserrat & Penedès: Nature, Devotion & Cava
Barcelona

The tour was great and the one thing that detracted was the fog we experienced in Monserrat. Did not expect too much from the cava tour but that was fantastic!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day Excursion to the Basque Countryside: Meet the Traditions
Day Excursion to the Basque Countryside: Meet the Traditions
San Sebastián

Diego was one of the best guides on the tour, we meshed really well, can honestly say that we have a new friend in Spain.

Quality of Experience
Got to see things you just don’t get to see on a regular tour. The sheep farm/cheese tour was amazing!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Foodie Experience in Porto
Foodie Experience in Porto
Porto

Marianne was great, we got to experience many of the foods on our wish list in a serving size that was not overwhelming, perfect.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Guided Visit of Porto
Private Guided Visit of Porto
Porto

Manuel has great local knowledge, this walking tour with the things he pointed out made the experience so much better than us aimlessly walking around.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Douro Valley Highlights: Wine, Olive Oil & River Cruise
Douro Valley Highlights: Wine, Olive Oil & River Cruise
Porto

Great way to se the Douro valley area with a mix of activities including a boat ride! We visited two wineries, I would have skipped the second large winery. The first smaller one was way better, we felt a little rushed and the owner who was so interesting and engaging had more to offer.

Quality of Experience
Food
Great local Portuguese fare , our type of food while traveling
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Miguel was great! Even gave a “free” tour to those who within earshot on the boat ride portion.
Transport
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Lisbon

Our guide’s Steve knowledge level is off the hook, with a delivery method that was more story telling than history.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Portugal

Paulo or guide was another we meshed with really well and now we have a friend in Portugal!

Quality of Experience
Got to see some real local spots, restaurant we went to is as local as it gets, just what we wanted.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Marina Courtaut
Marina
Marina Courtaut
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Nov 12, 2023

Hi Steve and Amelia,
Thank you so much for such a lovely review! It was a real pleasure for me to help you plan this wonderful trip to Portugal and I am glad you enjoyed your trip :) I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your guide tours, I will make sure to pass your words on to our guides! I hope you created lovely memories for a lifetime discovering Spain and Portugal, its gastronomy, and its people! I look forward to working with you on your next travel adventure :) Best regards from the Espiritu Travel family!

Paris, Château de Versaille & Normandy
France | Oct 20 - Oct 26, 2023

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Carol R.
Bethesda, MD | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
The Astotel hotel in Paris was amazing!! Service was great, staff were friendly and very accommodating, rooms were clean, breakfast was wonderful with many selections and complimentary snacks in the comfortable lobby all day was a real plus.
All of the hotels we stayed at were clean and accommodating and made us comfortable.
The guided tour to Normandy was a fantastic experience and the guide (Guton) was friendly, knowleageable and responsive. The tour to Versaille was worth the trip and the...
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The Astotel hotel in Paris was amazing!! Service was great, staff were friendly and very accommodating, rooms were clean, breakfast was wonderful with many selections and complimentary snacks in the comfortable lobby all day was a real plus.
All of the hotels we stayed at were clean and accommodating and made us comfortable.
The guided tour to Normandy was a fantastic experience and the guide (Guton) was friendly, knowleageable and responsive. The tour to Versaille was worth the trip and the Guide (Edwardo) made the experience enjoyable and informative.
Simon from KimKim was readily avilable during the trip and helpful with any questions or asssitance that we needed.

Hotel Review
Hôtel Lorette - Astotel
Paris

Best hotel we stayed at! Staff were friendy and accommodating, rooms were clean, breaksfast was fantastic with many choices, and complimentary snacks in the comfortable lobby all day was a real plus. This hotel is very family friendly and a great place to feel "at home".

Authenticity & Character
Location
close to metro lines and easy to get around in Paris
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Sebastian Prino

Andrea at KimKim is the best planner we have ever worked with!
Italy | Oct 1 - Oct 10, 2023

Stephen
Stephen S.
Shoreview, MN | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
We had an amazing time celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary in Italy (albeit two plus years late, thanks to COVID!). We worked with Andrea at KimKim and we could not have been happier. He was excellent! If we could give more than five stars, we would! We came to him with a rough idea of what we wanted to do and where we wanted to go: Venice, Florence, and Rome. He conducted a thorough survey right at the beginning to get much more detail about what we did and did not want to do. ... Read more

We had an amazing time celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary in Italy (albeit two plus years late, thanks to COVID!). We worked with Andrea at KimKim and we could not have been happier. He was excellent! If we could give more than five stars, we would! We came to him with a rough idea of what we wanted to do and where we wanted to go: Venice, Florence, and Rome. He conducted a thorough survey right at the beginning to get much more detail about what we did and did not want to do. Then, he came back with the perfect plan for us. The individual guides with whom he set us up were fantastic - personable and friendly, and exceptionally knowledgeable. I highly recommend doing the individual tours with the skip the line tickets - we easily saved 10-15 hours of standing in lines over the course of our ten day trip. We have already referred many friends to Andrea and KimKim and will continue to do so. We will also be using them again. Cannot wait for our next trip.

Andrea - thank you SO MUCH for helping us to make this a trip we will never forget!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Antiche Figure
Venice

The entire staff at Hotel Antiche Figure was incredible. They were extremely friendly, helpful and courteous. Everywhere we went, people know the hotel and the staff, and everyone spoke very highly of them. They are well respected - and for good reason! Allessandro, Mikail, David, Gionni, Laura, Victoria . . . and everyone else there made our experience incredible.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful Old World Charm with modern conveniences!
Location
Right on the Grand Canal - perfectly located!
Staff
Allessandro, Mikail, David, Gionni, Laura, Victoria . . . and everyone else there made our experience incredible.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Corte dei Sogni Boutique Hotel & Spa
Florence

Great location - close to everything, yet secluded enough to not be too loud!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Navona Essence Hotel
Roma

Great location and helpful staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Hidden Venice and cicchetti experience
Hidden Venice and cicchetti experience
Italy

Very knowledgeable guide! Lots of fun and very interesting - a lot of great history! The cicchetti was delicious.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Chianti Full Immersive Wine Experience from Florence (small group)
Chianti Full Immersive Wine Experience from Florence (small group)
Florence

Fantastic! What else can I say? Our guides were great! The three wineries were great! The staff was amazing. The wine was delicious.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Small group visit of St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace
Small group visit of St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace
Venice

The guide was incredible - very knowledgeable and a great English speaker! Really helpful!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Florence private guided walk including Accademia Gallery
Florence private guided walk including Accademia Gallery
Italy

Guide was amazing! Incredibly knowledgeable and very good at telling stories!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Rome Private Guided Walk
Rome Private Guided Walk
Rome
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Colosseum and Roman Forum - Private guide
Colosseum and Roman Forum - Private guide
Rome

Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Mariapaola was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Mariapaola was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!
Colosseum & Roman Forum skip the line ticket
Colosseum & Roman Forum skip the line ticket
Rome

The ONLY was to do it!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Mariapaola was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!
Transport
Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel skip the line ticket (with guide)
Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel skip the line ticket (with guide)
Rome

Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Coliseum was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When had her the day before for the Roman Forum and the Coliseum, and when we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Coliseum was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When had her the day before for the Roman Forum and the Coliseum, and when we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - private guide
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - private guide
Rome

Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Coliseum was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When had her the day before for the Roman Forum and the Coliseum, and when we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Best guide we had during our trip - and that is saying a LOT! Coliseum was so knowledgeable, yet she checked with us on the areas we wanted to focus, and then hit those the most. When had her the day before for the Roman Forum and the Coliseum, and when we found out we were going to have her the following day for the Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour as well, we were thrilled. Great personality! She clearly has found the right profession!
Local specialist: Andrea Gambino
Andrea
Andrea Gambino
Local specialist in Turin, Italy | Replied on Oct 28, 2023

Wow, thanks so much Stephen for your wonderful review. It was a great pleasure working with you and I am super glad you loved your experience.

Any time you want, we’ll be happy to assist you.

Portugal - Lisbon/Porto/Coimbra
Portugal | Oct 14 - Oct 25, 2023

Marcia
Marcia M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023

The entire trip was perfect from
Start to finish. Our travel agent Caterina was so responsive and really put together a fantastic tour for us. Each of our guides were outstanding- so much knowledge shared with us. The drivers also were superb - we felt very safe traveling both the highways and the narrow streets of Portugal. Our guides Barbara Anjus in Coimbra and Mario Miguel in Lisbon were highlights of our trip along with the Douro Valley and the towns of Braga and Nazare.

Local specialist: Catarina Cotrim
Catarina
Catarina Cotrim
Local specialist in Torres Novas | Replied on Nov 02, 2023

Dear Marcia & Rey, thank you so much for your so kind words! It was a true pleasure to work with you both 😊 and i´m really happy to know that you have a blast here in Portugal, and that you felt at home even far from home !
It is with my heart full that I read your feedback and also, the "goodbye" message from Rey. I hope we can meet in person someday and I send you both my best wishes. Please, feel free to reach me whenever you want

With my best regards
Catarina

Eric was AMAZING!! :) Our trip was 10/10!
Iceland | Oct 15 - Oct 25, 2023

Shauna Gaye
Shauna Gaye H.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
Eric was, simply put, AMAZING!! :) It is such a plus to travel to a country and have everything pre-planned, pre-booked and pre-paid. His itinerary was thorough, extremely detailed, and truthfully, we did not get to do all his additional, optional, recommendations... no regrets though as we were FULLY booked the whole time :) 10/10 Eric! Thanks for being amazing at what you do :) Read more

Eric was, simply put, AMAZING!! :) It is such a plus to travel to a country and have everything pre-planned, pre-booked and pre-paid. His itinerary was thorough, extremely detailed, and truthfully, we did not get to do all his additional, optional, recommendations... no regrets though as we were FULLY booked the whole time :)

10/10 Eric! Thanks for being amazing at what you do :)

Activity Review
Zipline on the glacier and ice cave adventure
Iceland

Just to BE on a glacier is an experience in itself! The ice cave was BEAUTIFUL! Chris was extremely knowledgeable, attentive and so very patient. Our GPS took us an hour away from our meeting point and luckily, his other bookings had cancelled and he was kind enough to wait on us to get back and start our tour late. The caverns and other little hidden beauties on the glacier were wonderful surprises. The zipline was fun but a tad disappointing as I had thought (based on other, tropical ziplining tours I had done) it would have been a little longer 'zip'. :-) Would definitely recommend this tour!!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Chris (Krzysztof) was so lovely! He was extremely knowledgable, patient and attentive. He even lent me his gloves when mine got wet (and I lost them along the way - I'm so sorry Chris!!!) I could see how passionate he is and how much he loves doing what he does.
Transport
Local specialist: Èric D
Èric
Èric D
Local specialist in France / Iceland | Replied on Nov 14, 2023
Hi Shauna! I'm so happy to hear that you had an amazing time on your trip and that the itinerary worked out well for you. It sounds like you were fully immersed in your adventures – and that's what it's all about! Thank you so much for the 10/10 rating; it means the world to me and my team. We're here to make sure your travels are as memorable as can be, and your kind words truly make it all worthwhile. Whenever you're ready for your next adventure in Iceland, remember that we're just a... Read more

Hi Shauna!

I'm so happy to hear that you had an amazing time on your trip and that the itinerary worked out well for you. It sounds like you were fully immersed in your adventures – and that's what it's all about!

Thank you so much for the 10/10 rating; it means the world to me and my team. We're here to make sure your travels are as memorable as can be, and your kind words truly make it all worthwhile.

Whenever you're ready for your next adventure in Iceland, remember that we're just a message away. Wishing you many more fantastic journeys, and until then, safe travels and all the best!

Èric

If you are planning a Morroco trip, my tip is...
Morocco | Oct 12 - Oct 25, 2023

Nora
Nora Z.
Wilmington, DE | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
If you are planning a Morroco trip, my tip is to use kim kim. They work hard to plan an amazing itinerary, are prompt in answering any questions or concerns. Abdullah and Said were wonderful with flexibility of our guided tours. Our driver, Samir was kind and professional. His driving was top notch, we all enjoyed his company and will miss him. We spent two weeks travelling from Casablanca to Rabat, Chefchouan, Fes, Merzouga, Dades Valley, Marrakech, and then Essaouira. The people of Morroco... Read more

If you are planning a Morroco trip, my tip is to use kim kim. They work hard to plan an amazing itinerary, are prompt in answering any questions or concerns. Abdullah and Said were wonderful with flexibility of our guided tours. Our driver, Samir was kind and professional. His driving was top notch, we all enjoyed his company and will miss him. We spent two weeks travelling from Casablanca to Rabat, Chefchouan, Fes, Merzouga, Dades Valley, Marrakech, and then Essaouira. The people of Morroco treat you like family. We enjoyed dinner in Fes with a local family. The camel ride into the Sahara was beautiful at sunset. I am so thrilled to have this amazing experience. Travel is good for the soul..

Hotel Reviews
The View Hotel
Rabat
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Ghita
Fes

The hotel staff were wonderful. I asked to be on the first floor, Senna was very accomadating and moved my room.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Short walk to medina.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Orient Desert Camp
Merzouga
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
All staff were outstanding. Loved the nightly campfire and drums.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tents had comfy beds.
Auberge Chez Pierre
Boumalne Dades
Authenticity & Character
Location
Beautiful charming hotel. Dinner was amazing.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Riad Nyla And Spa Marrakech
Marrakech
Authenticity & Character
Short walk to medina.
Location
Staff
Helpful and kind staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
VANCII HOTEL
Chefchaouen
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Le Medina Essaouira Thalassa Sea & Spa MGallery
Essaouira
Authenticity & Character
Location
Across street from the beach. Easy walk to dock and kasbah.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Casablanca in a Few Hours: A Driving Tour
Casablanca in a Few Hours: A Driving Tour
Morocco
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver, Samir is excellent. Casablanca similar to New York City.Took us to money exchange, lunch stop.
Transport
Samir the best driver
Casablanca Airport to Rabat via Casablanca City: From Economic Capital to Royal Seat
Casablanca Airport to Rabat via Casablanca City: From Economic Capital to Royal Seat
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Samir 10/10
Guided Exploration of the "Blue City" Chefchaouen
Guided Exploration of the "Blue City" Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local guide Abdul was so fun, knew where to get best photos.
Transport
Samir
Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes.
Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes.
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Samir 10/10
Transport
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes: Morocco's Spiritual Heart
Half-Day Guided Sightseeing in Fes: Morocco's Spiritual Heart
Fes
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local guide Sharif was excellent. Loved the tile/pottery store and tannery.
Transport
Samir 10/10
Unleash Your Inner Artist: Pottery and Mosaic Workshop
Unleash Your Inner Artist: Pottery and Mosaic Workshop
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Do not miss this place. Quality crafters and so fun to shop.
Transport
Samir 10/10
Private Transfer from Fez to Merzouga Desert
Private Transfer from Fez to Merzouga Desert
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Camel ride at sunset was amazing.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sand-Boarding in Erg Chebbi (Free of Charge)
Sand-Boarding in Erg Chebbi (Free of Charge)
Merzouga
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
4x4 drive was excellent.
Transport
Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorges
Transfer to Dades Valley via Todra Gorges
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Scenery was stunning on switchbacks.
Transport
Samir10/10
Private Transfer from Boumalne Dades to Marrakech via the Atlas Mountains
Private Transfer from Boumalne Dades to Marrakech via the Atlas Mountains
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Samir 10/10
Transport
Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Half-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local female guide very informative, sorry I forgot her name. Bahia palace beautiful.
Transport
Samir 10/10
Private Transfer from Marrakech to Enchanting Essaouira
Private Transfer from Marrakech to Enchanting Essaouira
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Loved stop at Argon coop.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Samir 10/10
Transport
Essaouira on Foot: Medina, Harbour and Ramparts
Essaouira on Foot: Medina, Harbour and Ramparts
Essaouira
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local guide Muhammad was great.
Transport
Samir 10/10
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Oct 28, 2023
Hi Nora, Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with our company for your Morocco trip! We're thrilled to hear that your journey was filled with remarkable memories and that our team played a significant role in making it so special. It's great to know that we you with the flexibility you needed during your guided tours, ensuring that your trip was tailored to your preferences. Samir's kind and professional demeanor, coupled with his top-notch driving, certainly... Read more

Hi Nora,

Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with our company for your Morocco trip! We're thrilled to hear that your journey was filled with remarkable memories and that our team played a significant role in making it so special.

It's great to know that we you with the flexibility you needed during your guided tours, ensuring that your trip was tailored to your preferences. Samir's kind and professional demeanor, coupled with his top-notch driving, certainly adds to the overall positive experience.

As you aptly mentioned, travel is indeed good for the soul, and it's evident that your journey left you with beautiful memories and a deeper appreciation for the culture and hospitality of Morocco. We hope that you continue to cherish these moments and that they inspire future adventures

Best Wishes,
Abdel

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