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

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

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

Activity Reviews
Montserrat private half-day trip
Montserrat private half-day trip
Barcelona
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Modernist Barcelona: Gaudi's Highlights
Modernist Barcelona: Gaudi's Highlights
Barcelona

Sagrada Familia was breathtaking!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sevilla Tapas & Flamenco: A tale of Triana
Sevilla Tapas & Flamenco: A tale of Triana
Seville
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ronda & White Villages Day Trip
Ronda & White Villages Day Trip
Seville
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sevilla Guided Tour
Sevilla Guided Tour
Seville
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Dalia Bouzerar
Dalia
Dalia Bouzerar
Local specialist in Spain | Replied on Jul 02, 2024

Hello Carma,

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

Warm regards,

Pantanal in Brazil and to Igu.azu Falls in Brazil and Argentina
Brazil | Jun 13 - Jun 19, 2024

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Janice R.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024

Our trip to the Pantanal in Brazil and to Iguazu Falls is Brazil and Argentina was amazing. Our drivers were punctual and helpful at every step of the way. We were able to see two jaguars on the Cuiaba river in the Fontanelle. Iguazu Falls is incredible, and our guide Junior was extremely knowledgeable and helpful, including accompanying us to into the airport to make sure everything was all set for our return home.

Local specialist: Sara Martinel
Sara
Sara Martinel
Local specialist in Rio de Janeiro | Replied on Jul 02, 2024

Hi girls!
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave this lovely review! I'm really happy that your trip has been positive and that you take home so many beautiful and indelible memories! You will always be welcome in this great and wonderful country! Thanks again for your preference
abraços
Sara

Family trip to Scotland
Scotland | Jun 21 - Jun 30, 2024

James
James C.
Kokomo, IN | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024
We began planning our trip about a year ago. It was a large group of 20 family members, with many logistical challenges. Marion and Celina did a wonderful job securing our guide, Keith, and driver Rickie. They certainly went above and beyond our expectations. Our photographers, Karen and Mark, also exceeded our expectations with a wonderful professional photo shoot at Castle Cawdor. The pictures were beautiful. I had a very specific itinerary in mind when I contacted KimKim and I know that... Read more

We began planning our trip about a year ago. It was a large group of 20 family members, with many logistical challenges. Marion and Celina did a wonderful job securing our guide, Keith, and driver Rickie. They certainly went above and beyond our expectations. Our photographers, Karen and Mark, also exceeded our expectations with a wonderful professional photo shoot at Castle Cawdor. The pictures were beautiful. I had a very specific itinerary in mind when I contacted KimKim and I know that they worked very hard on our behalf. The trip went along seamlessly, was all we had hoped for and more. It was a wonderful experience for us all! Well done!

Activity Reviews
Culloden Battlefield private tour
Culloden Battlefield private tour
Inverness
The Beastie Boats - Inverness
The Beastie Boats - Inverness
Inverness

This was great fun for a family outing. Our family enjoyed the guides comments as well as a fast ride on Loch Ness.

Quality of Experience
Our entire trip was delightful and I believe gave us all a taste of Scotland.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide, Keith, was just a great person to travel with. He did well anticipating our needs, was informative, and flexible.
Transport
We loved our driver Rickie. He gave us a comfortable ride, and we felt safe on those narrow winding roads.
Private visit of Mary King's Close
Private visit of Mary King's Close
Edinburgh

A great tour to give you an understanding of historical Edinburgh.

Visit to Urquhart Castle
Visit to Urquhart Castle
Scotland

This is a beautiful place, but the castle staff are cautious regarding over crowding, so were not able to go into the castle as planned. We did go to a viewing area and were able to get some great photos of the exterior from across the water.

Exceptional Visit and Tasting at Blair Athol Distillery
Exceptional Visit and Tasting at Blair Athol Distillery
Pitlochry

This was an enjoyable experience for all and a great way to learn about Scottish Whisky.

"A la carte" activities at Rothiemurchus estate
"A la carte" activities at Rothiemurchus estate
Aviemore

Unfortunately, on this day it was pouring rain and cold. But we had an amazing time regardless. Our two guides made it a fun experience for the entire family

Dinner Reservation on Skye
Dinner Reservation on Skye
Scotland
Eat Walk Glasgow
Eat Walk Glasgow
Glasgow

This was a great way to see Glasgow, learn about the city, and taste amazing local foods.

One way to Mallaig on the Jacobite Train (of Harry Potter fame)
One way to Mallaig on the Jacobite Train (of Harry Potter fame)
Scotland

Our family enjoyed the train trip, a relaxing way to travel and see the Scottish countryside.

Hill Trips Cairngorm Reindeer Herd
Hill Trips Cairngorm Reindeer Herd
Scotland

This activity exceeded our expectation. There is a hilly walk to the reindeer which is very scenic in itself. The Reindeer were so beautiful to see up close. We learned about the herd from our guide and were allowed to feed them. The scenery on the hill was beautiful as well.

Isle of Skye Whisky immersion at Torabhaig
Isle of Skye Whisky immersion at Torabhaig
Scotland

A great way to learn about Scottish Whisky.

Private guided tour with driver/guide in Skye
Private guided tour with driver/guide in Skye
Scotland

Our guide gave us a wonderful day on the Isle of Skye considering, it was cold, windy, and rainy, and we were traveling on a tour bus that could not access all the areas.

Local specialist: Marion Passelegue
Marion
Marion Passelegue
Local specialist in United Kingdom | Replied on Jul 03, 2024
Dear Caddell Family,

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! It was truly a pleasure working with you to plan your tailor-made trip. I'm thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly and exceeded your expectations.

Organizing a trip for a group of 20 is no small feat, and I'm glad that Keith, Rickie, Karen, Mark, and everyone that you met in Scotland were able to contribute to making your experience special. From your welcome to Scotland diner to the photoshoot at Cawdor Castle, our...
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Dear Caddell Family,

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! It was truly a pleasure working with you to plan your tailor-made trip. I'm thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly and exceeded your expectations.

Organizing a trip for a group of 20 is no small feat, and I'm glad that Keith, Rickie, Karen, Mark, and everyone that you met in Scotland were able to contribute to making your experience special. From your welcome to Scotland diner to the photoshoot at Cawdor Castle, our team was delighted to see every part of your trip unfold exactly as you envisioned!

Your kind words about our efforts mean a lot to me and the entire team. It was an honor to help bring your vision to life and ensure that your family had a wonderful experience.

Thank you again for entrusting us with your travel plans. I look forward to possibly helping you with future adventures in the UK, France or Italy!

Warm regards,
Marion, Celina, Sarah, and the team at High Point Holidays

Would Do It Again!
Japan | Jun 14 - Jun 20, 2024

Michelle
Michelle F.
| Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024
Our time in Japan exceeded all expectations and earns five stars across the board. KimKim travel took care of our adult group of 10 start to finish, and I would definitely use their services again. KimKim handled our travel and activity reservations as well as accommodations with professionalism and style. I cannot say enough good things about our local specialist, Angel, and our over-all experience. Each of our accommodations were clean and comfortable with excellent service, and the... Read more

Our time in Japan exceeded all expectations and earns five stars across the board. KimKim travel took care of our adult group of 10 start to finish, and I would definitely use their services again. KimKim handled our travel and activity reservations as well as accommodations with professionalism and style. I cannot say enough good things about our local specialist, Angel, and our over-all experience. Each of our accommodations were clean and comfortable with excellent service, and the local restaurant suggestions were ideal. Yumiko escorted us on a busy day visiting the Imperial Palace East Gardens and Nakamise-dori. Angel and Yumiko organized a traditional Kimono Tea Ceremony which everyone enjoyed. We loved exploring the Mt. Fuji region with Yumi and were grateful for a break in the clouds and a miraculous view of the summit. Yasuko spent three days with our group immersed in the commerce and culture of Osaka and Kyoto. Highlights were the Nara Tour, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Bamboo Grove, Monkey Park Tour, and Foodie Night Tour. She added so much to our experiences! The Shinkansen bullet train was the perfect way to cross the country, allowing us to visit Hiroshima and Memorial Peace Park for an impactful memory to end our trip to Japan. All of our guides were extremely knowledgeable and energetic about their subjects, and it was evident how passionate they and the people of Japan are about their heritage and country. Thank you for a wonderful time!

Hotel Reviews
Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza gochome
Tokyo
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
kyoto
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima
Hiroshima
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Half Day Imperial Palace East Gardens and Senso-ji Tour
Half Day Imperial Palace East Gardens and Senso-ji Tour
Tokyo
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Mt. Fuji with Lake Kawaguchiko Cruise and  Oshino Hakkai
Full Day Mt. Fuji with Lake Kawaguchiko Cruise and Oshino Hakkai
Tokyo
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tokyo Samurai Museum with Experience + Kimono Tea Ceremony at Tokyo Maikoya
Tokyo Samurai Museum with Experience + Kimono Tea Ceremony at Tokyo Maikoya
Tokyo
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half Day Osaka Castle and Shinsaibashi Tour
Half Day Osaka Castle and Shinsaibashi Tour
Osaka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half Day Nara Tour
Half Day Nara Tour
Nara
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Kyoto City Tour with Fushimi Inari-Taisha
Full Day Kyoto City Tour with Fushimi Inari-Taisha
Kyoto
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kyoto Night Foodie Tour
Kyoto Night Foodie Tour
Kyoto
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half Day Bamboo Grove and Monkey Park Tour
Half Day Bamboo Grove and Monkey Park Tour
Kyoto
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angel Tang
Angel
Angel Tang
Local specialist in Japan | Replied on Jul 04, 2024
Dear Michelle, Hope you are doing fantastic.Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that your time in Japan with us exceeded your expectations across the board. From the meticulous planning of travel and activities to the comfortable accommodations and delicious restaurant suggestions, it sounds like your experience was truly exceptional. It's fantastic to hear that our guides' knowledge and enthusiasm for Japan's heritage and traditions shone through, making... Read more

Dear Michelle,

Hope you are doing fantastic.Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that your time in Japan with us exceeded your expectations across the board. From the meticulous planning of travel and activities to the comfortable accommodations and delicious restaurant suggestions, it sounds like your experience was truly exceptional.

It's fantastic to hear that our guides' knowledge and enthusiasm for Japan's heritage and traditions shone through, making your trip both educational and inspiring. We're honored to have been a part of your adventure, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable journey. Thank you again for choosing KimKim.

Best regards from Asia,
Angel

This was probably my best vacation. The Galap...
Ecuador | Jun 14 - Jun 25, 2024

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Zuzana J.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024
This was probably my best vacation. The Galapagos islands are breathtaking. Kimkim Team took a care of all arrangements for us including accommodations, all required permissions, transportation from island to island and daily trip activities with professional guides.
Tamer stayed in contact with us every day and answer any question we had. His assistance also helped us to enjoy our entire trip.
I highly recommend Kimkim Team service to every tourist who is planning to visit... Read more

This was probably my best vacation. The Galapagos islands are breathtaking.

Kimkim Team took a care of all arrangements for us including accommodations, all required permissions, transportation from island to island and daily trip activities with professional guides.
Tamer stayed in contact with us every day and answer any question we had. His assistance also helped us to enjoy our entire trip.

I highly recommend Kimkim Team service to every tourist who is planning to visit unforgeable Galapagos Islands.

Best Regards,
Zuzana Janosova Den Boer
June 2024

Hotel Reviews
Albemarle
Puerto Villamil

Excellent and reliable service, clean rooms and friendly personal.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very easy access to all amenities.
Staff
Excellent and reliable service, clean rooms and friendly personal.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Solymar
Galápagos

Excellent and reliable service, clean rooms and friendly personal. Highly recommended.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very easy access to all amenities
Staff
Excellent and reliable service and friendly personal.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa Opuntia Galapagos Hotel
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

Excellent and reliable service, clean rooms and friendly personal.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very easy access to all amenities.
Staff
Excellent and reliable service, clean rooms and friendly personal.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Tamer Obeid
Tamer
Tamer Obeid
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jul 02, 2024

Dear Zuzana,
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback :) It is of great help for us to keep offering fantastic experiences in this beautiful country, Ecuador, and its fabulous Galapagos Islands. I will make sure to convey your positive comments to all our providers. I am absolutely thrilled to know you, Lennert, and Claudia have enjoyed this special trip.
Until the next adventure :)
Yours,
Tamer

Resort at Kanyakumari was not up to the mark....
India | Jun 25 - Jul 1, 2024

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Sriram B.
India | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024

Resort at Kanyakumari was not up to the mark.Food quality was poor .

Local specialist: Ravi Tickoo
Ravi
Ravi Tickoo
Local specialist in New Delhi | Replied on Jul 09, 2024

Dear Sriram,
Namaste!
Thank you so much for your trip review. Thanks for giving us this opportunity to design and operate your special India holiday tour.

We have noted your feedback for the Resort at Kanyakumari and have decided to no longer use this property for our future guests as your feedback is valuable to us.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to another India adventure in the near future.

Best Regards,

Ravi

Much to Enjoy in Northern Italy
Italy | Jun 18 - Jun 24, 2024

Margaret
Margaret S.
Darien, CT | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024
Our guides in Bergamo, Verona/Padua, and Mantua were excellent. Our room at the Hotel Spadari (which we requested)in Milan was great as were the breakfasts and staff. We had some anxiety around making sure the train tickets were validated on the day we used them. A few questions:
1. What would have been the costs of having someone drive us to the cities vs taking trains plus the $40 round trip cab ride to the station?
2. We loved the opera in Verona and glad we asked about it. Paola...
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Our guides in Bergamo, Verona/Padua, and Mantua were excellent. Our room at the Hotel Spadari (which we requested)in Milan was great as were the breakfasts and staff. We had some anxiety around making sure the train tickets were validated on the day we used them. A few questions:
1. What would have been the costs of having someone drive us to the cities vs taking trains plus the $40 round trip cab ride to the station?
2. We loved the opera in Verona and glad we asked about it. Paola didn’t suggest it. We wonder if there were other special events we should have known about.
3. The boat ride was nice but we had to ask the guide to translate. He was very accommodating and came to sit with us on the return leg. (It would have been better to have seen Palladian villas but, perhaps, that wasn’t convenient.)
4. The Indigo hotel was fine (they gave us a libretto and lent us cushions for the opera) but the breakfast was just so-so and they don’t greet at the curb to help with luggage.
5. Your write-up mentions a neighborhood in Verona with artisan workshops. No one seemed to know what it was.

We packed in a lot and enjoyed the trip. We especially enjoyed Turandot at the Arena in Verona and the Scrovegni Chapel in Padua. (We also went from Milan to Varenna and St. Moritz with Viator which was excellent and priced reasonably. )

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Spadari Al Duomo
Milan

Superb breakfast, friendly and helpful staff. Well located near the Duomo. 61 was a great room.

Authenticity & Character
Balconies. Decoration.
Location
Near La Scala and the Duomo
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Spotless room.
Hotel Indigo Verona - Grand Hotel Des Arts
Verona

Room a little small. Shower bath a bit hard to get into. No help with luggage at the curb. Hotel was booked by the travel agency so we didn’t get our own IHG points. In addition, we were told breakfast was included and the hotel said we had to pay $12 each for each breakfast. We had to contact Paola to straighten it out. It would have been nice if the hotel had shuttle service to the train station. Taxis are expensive.

Authenticity & Character
Breakfast room was not very elegant.
Location
Pretty near the center of town.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Half Day city tour of Bergamo
Half Day city tour of Bergamo
Italy

We enjoyed our guide and getting to know the history of Bergamo. The art in the large church was impressive.

Quality of Experience
The guide.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We took the train ourselves.
Verona Walking Tour
Verona Walking Tour
Verona

Roberta was excellent. Very knowledgeable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
No transport.
Half day guided tour of Mantova
Half day guided tour of Mantova
Italy

We enjoyed a church (where a choir was signing) and the tremendous ducal palace.

Mini-cruise on the river in Mantova
Mini-cruise on the river in Mantova
Italy

Tour was all in Italian until we asked if the guide could tell us in English. He sat with us on the return leg and explained what we were seeing in English. Mostly saw wildlife especially birds.

Quality of Experience
Guide.
Half day guided tour of Padua
Half day guided tour of Padua
Italy

Roberta was excellent again. Loved the Scrovegni Chapel and the traditional elegant coffee shop/cafe.

Quality of Experience
Our guide, Roberta, even in the rain.
Local specialist: Paola Imperiali
Paola
Paola Imperiali
Local specialist in Perugia, Italy | Replied on Sep 02, 2024
Hi Margaret and Mitchel!
Thank you for taking the time to review your trip!
I am happy you have appreciated the choice of our guides. It is always important the feedback of our clients-. we always take a lot of care in choosing our partners and it is a pity that during the mini-cruise you didn't have the attention required that I asked at reservation. A "personal" guide/interpeter was supposed to be with you.
At the moment I can't say the price of the whole tour with a private car/driver but...
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Hi Margaret and Mitchel!
Thank you for taking the time to review your trip!
I am happy you have appreciated the choice of our guides. It is always important the feedback of our clients-. we always take a lot of care in choosing our partners and it is a pity that during the mini-cruise you didn't have the attention required that I asked at reservation. A "personal" guide/interpeter was supposed to be with you.
At the moment I can't say the price of the whole tour with a private car/driver but private transfers are very expensive in Italy. Just to let you have a an idea, the private transfer from Malpensa to your hotel is more than 200USD net to me....
trains are cheaper and also more reliable, punctual! as for the valitation, I have never missed one in my 30 year-long carrer . The validation, as stated in my information paper, for the local trains,can be operated only on the day of the journey.
Then I hope you liked the seats at the Opera
As for your point 5. actually I didn't wrote about an artisan area in Verona. Maybe it is one of the articles of KimKim and I couldn't find it
All the best, Paola

It was our first time using Kim Kim and we we...
Croatia | Jun 17 - Jun 28, 2024

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Tammie C.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024

It was our first time using Kim Kim and we were pleasantly surprised. Anna-Maria was extremely responsive and answered all our q’s- big and small, and was there to respond throughout our entire trip. We traveled with our 4 yr old and 7 yr old and were hesitant on a lot of activities but Anna-Maria helped assuage our concerns and was extremely thoughtful when planning all our activities.

Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb, Croatia | Replied on Jul 02, 2024

Hello Tammie,
thank you for taking the time for writing this review as well as your kind words.
It was a pleasure planning this trip with you as well as traveling with you through Croatia.

Feel free to reach out id there is anything else I can do for you!

Kind regards
Anna-Maria

Seamless Travel Experience!
New Zealand | Jun 2 - Jun 16, 2024

Laura
Laura T.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
Excellent vacation for the family. Connie made sure we had an action packed vacation while still being able to delve into the beauty of Australia and New Zealand. Our teenage kids were ready for some high level and daring escapades and Connie DELIVERED. Our son was able to be SCUBA certified at Bondi beach (which is a lot rougher than it sounds). We thoroughly enjoyed our experience climbing the Harbour Bridge in Sydney. River Rafting up in Fort Douglas was fantastic along with the nature... Read more

Excellent vacation for the family. Connie made sure we had an action packed vacation while still being able to delve into the beauty of Australia and New Zealand. Our teenage kids were ready for some high level and daring escapades and Connie DELIVERED. Our son was able to be SCUBA certified at Bondi beach (which is a lot rougher than it sounds). We thoroughly enjoyed our experience climbing the Harbour Bridge in Sydney. River Rafting up in Fort Douglas was fantastic along with the nature hike - very informative. And of course the Great Barrier Reef - a world of it's own. That was a highlight! The crocodile farm, we had no idea what to expect, it completely delivered. Who in there right mind plays food games with crocodiles? Loved it! And The Reef House, SUPERB. We can't say enough about that place, service, ambience, everything was excellent. And then off to South Island New Zealand where Bungee Jumping at AJ Hackett's Nevis took place and took our breaths away. OMG! Then zip-lining at crazy heights with crazy drops, so fun. Then up to Auckland for skydiving, we just insisted on hurling our bodies through the air. We figured our kids must be trying to kill us, but we survived and able to enjoy Aukland and the Tasman Sea. We ended with a relaxing 2 days in Fiji where Connie organized a renewal of our vows for our 20th wedding anniversary. It was beautiful! Our kids were so happy to be apart of it. The resort, Intercontinental is perfection. Everything there was truly great. Connie planned everything perfectly. She knew the areas so well. She made all of our accommodations which were perfectly located and all very nice, we loved every place we stayed. The best was having a couple of places to do laundry, it was unexpected and made for a great surprise and so easy to do. All our transfers to and from the airports were easy. This was the first vacation that we truly just had to show up and enjoy. She thought of everything!! All the tours we did were great, they all had little surprises for us; whether it was sparkling wine at the vista point in the Blue Mountains, or Tea and cookies after a hike through the rainforest, all had something memorable and a little extra time to talk with the tour leaders. All of them were fantastic. Our Zipline leaders were hysterically funny. Our Skydiving partners were fantastic, all so kind and thoughtful. The team on the boat for the barrier reef were so nice and helpful. They really made us get all we could out of the time we had out there. We can't thank Connie enough. Our vacation was a trip of a lifetime and our 20th anniversary will definitely be one to remember!

Hotel Reviews
Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney MGallery
The Rocks, Sydney NSW

Excellent location; fantastic breakfast, great service!!!

Authenticity & Character
As soon as you walk in it was this warm feeling with a library in front, it's a modern feel but you immediately feel more than happy to sit down and chill.
Location
Close to everything. You can walk to Harbour Bridge, Waterfront and Opera House etc. It's perfectly located!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Super clean and comfortable.
The Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa
Palm Cove

I wrote a longer review earlier - this place is amazing. I will travel here again, from the US at some point. It is worth it!

Authenticity & Character
It's unique and you definitely can unwind here and want to. You feel like you are at your favorite Aunt's house who just so happens to have a wine sommelier and 2 pools and master chef - ha!
Location
Staff
THEY ARE AMAZING - you will be spoiled.
Cleanliness & Comfort
So comfortable, the whole place is accessible and you want to enjoy all the niches.
QT
Queenstown

So chic! great views!!! You can't beat it.

Authenticity & Character
the vibe is very cool, it's apres skiing meets LA Diva.. odd, but totally works
Location
A few blocks from the hub of the city, but completely walkable and a beautiful walk by the lake it is.
Staff
Everyone was very efficient and nice.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean - very very clean. loved it!
Nesuto Stadium Auckland
Auckland

Perfect for a family on vacation - has laundry in the room. fantastic!!

Location
Location is a few blocks from the "center" everything is walkable.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was clean, had all things you needed to wash a load of laundry (so I didn't have to run out and search for detergent). This place came at the perfect time.
InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, an IHG Hotel
Natadola, Fiji

Gorgeous resort, the beach is something else. The grounds are beautiful, staff are all so nice, the food is excellent. They know how to make sure you enjoy your time in their 'house'. Fantastic place. Had our 20th Anniversary and did vow renewal, they did a fantastic job, I was expecting something very simple, they had a ton of flowers and displays there and helpers etc. It was awesome! And all so so kind. Fijians are amazing people.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Ok, it's an hour from the airport. But the beach and beauty is worth it!!!!
Staff
Everyone, and I mean every single encounter was a fresh and genuine smile. They are so so nice.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Perfect!
Activity Reviews
Full Day Marine World Outer Great Barrier Reef  - to pontoon
Full Day Marine World Outer Great Barrier Reef - to pontoon
New Zealand

A world of it is own. Whether you snorkel or scuba dive it, you will find yourself mesmerized at all the wildlife in one coral of the vast reef. It's spectacular.

Quality of Experience
The fish, turtles etc. it's just so much to see. It's beautiful
Food
The chocolate muffins, those were so good!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They are all comedians! All have great personalities and want you to have a great time.
Transport
Comfortable and timely
Full Day Mossman Gorge Adventure Day
Full Day Mossman Gorge Adventure Day
New Zealand

Rafting along the gorge was so much fun. The tour guide was fantastic. Learned more about snakes, and now I'm a little scared of them ;) Place is really unique, the rainforest it really pretty and interesting how it all lives together. Enjoyed the hike and lunch was great.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hartley's Crocodile Farm
Hartley's Crocodile Farm
New Zealand

Crazy Crocodile people - they play food games with crocodiles, this is nuts and they sign up for this job. Loved it! Got to see koalas, pet the, see wombats, cassowary, pet kangaroos and wallabies and even feed them. This was a very unexpected enjoyable tour. Breakfast was HUGE. Gift shop has some really unique things that are worth buying. Totally worth going!!

Quality of Experience
Crocodiles are scary! Kangaroos are soft and so cute
Guides, Drivers and Staff
comfortable and easy
Transport
Auckland Best of Both World:  Bush and Beach  - Full day
Auckland Best of Both World: Bush and Beach - Full day
Auckland

Great to learn about Auckland city in that a.m. and then able to have excellent meat pies for lunch before we headed out to the beach. Great city sites, vista points and orienting oneself in Auckland and learning a bit about Auckland. The beach was fantastic, so pretty with it's black beach. The hike through the forest was interesting to learn about the different flora that's both invasive and native to the area.

Quality of Experience
Yeah for the rain coats - no rain, but perfect for the wind!!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were great, had so much information to share and able to convey their love of nature in a fun and interesting way.
Transport
comfortable!
Full Day Blue Mountains Hike the World Heritage
Full Day Blue Mountains Hike the World Heritage
Sydney

Beautiful Mountains and vistas. Nice little hike through the area and stop along the way. It was a little cooler than expected, but worth hiking through. You could see the damage of the fire from a few years prior, there was much growth so it all looked lush. The only thing that was weird or at least visibly odd, there's no wild life, none. You may see a bird or two on the edges, but that's it. Even the forest has grown back and looks "normal" the wildlife is nowhere to be found, it's an odd thing.

Quality of Experience
Food
We had the picnic sandwich - it was DELICIOUS!!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
He was fantastic!! Lots of information about the fire and how it impacted the area and Sydney over all.
Transport
Very comfortable
Local specialist: Connie Campos
Connie
Connie Campos
Local specialist in Washington and New Zealand | Replied on Jul 02, 2024
Dear Laura,
I am speechless. I am so happy that your vacation was perfect, and most of all, your renewal of vows was perfectly organized. I am very happy to hear that you had a fantastic time in the South Pacific.
Thank you for taking the time to write this incredible review.
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Dear Laura,
I am speechless. I am so happy that your vacation was perfect, and most of all, your renewal of vows was perfectly organized. I am very happy to hear that you had a fantastic time in the South Pacific.
Thank you for taking the time to write this incredible review.

We take special care to design our clients' trips. We aren't cookie-cutter; we want to ensure our clients are amazed by the experiences they will have.

We hope to assist you with another fantastic vacation and thank you once again for taking the time to write a wonderful review. I am in heaven! Thank you for all your kind words.

Thank you again

Connie

One word: απίστευτος... or in english, INCREDIBLE!
Greece | Jun 18 - Jun 26, 2024

Sachin
Sachin M.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
SUMMARY:
One word: απίστευτος... or in english, INCREDIBLE! But even that one word doesn't do justice to the kind of trip we had in Greece and the amazing team at Be a Greek. We arrived in Athens for a couple of days to see the local sights, ferried to Mykonos for 3 more days and enjoyed some local farm-to-table and beach time, and then ferried to Santorini for 4 days for an opulent and relaxing close, before flying back to Athens for our flight home the next day.
PRE-TRIP PLANNING:
I...
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SUMMARY:
One word: απίστευτος... or in english, INCREDIBLE! But even that one word doesn't do justice to the kind of trip we had in Greece and the amazing team at Be a Greek. We arrived in Athens for a couple of days to see the local sights, ferried to Mykonos for 3 more days and enjoyed some local farm-to-table and beach time, and then ferried to Santorini for 4 days for an opulent and relaxing close, before flying back to Athens for our flight home the next day.

PRE-TRIP PLANNING:
I don't know where to start with this review, so it's probably best where our trip started, when I first reached out to kimkim. The service looked straight forward enough to request an itinerary for our Greece trip, and immediately put me in touch with Effie from Be a Greek - local Greece travel experts. She titled our trip “Dream Vacation in Greece” and catered to every request - what our dates were, the type of vacation, budget, what's most important for the trip, where do you want to spend more/less money, more/less time, etc. Within only a day or two, Effie turned around a full 10-day itinerary that we iterated on a couple of minor tweaks, but within only a few days, our entire trip was finalized! And then we waited to see how it turned out...SO MUCH BETTER THAN EXPECTED!

ARRIVAL IN ATHENS:
From the moment we landed in Athens till the day we left home, we were met with white-glove service from start to finish. Effie had someone waiting at the airport holding a sign with my name to pick us up and take us to our hotel (Altar Suites Athens). The check-in process was seamless as they were waiting for us as well - our room was amazing with an incredible view of the Acropolis and the Parthenon . We had time that evening to roam around Monastiraki and enjoy dinner also with a view of the Acropolis and the Parthenon. The next morning Effie had arranged a Private Walking Tour of Athens including the Acropolis - once again, a driver was waiting for us outside our hotel to take us to the meeting point for our tour guide. Our tour guide was Natasha and my goodness Natasha was so well informed and shared really interesting stories about the rich history of Athens and also about the cultural ongoings of recent history. We had great conversations throughout the day. Natasha also took us out for a break and stopped by a local restaurant and offered us refreshments :). Thank you Natasha for an incredible tour - you made our day in Athens so memorable!

OFF TO MYKONOS:
The next day Effie once again arranged for a driver to take us to the seaport for our super ferry to Mykonos. Before I go on, I'll mention it now, but every form of transport, hotel, tour, was all arranged by Effie and her team from the moment we landed. I'll share a little more about the communication later :). The ferry was a little more than 3 hrs, and due to the slightly inclement weather (higher winds than usual), the ride made us a little nauseous, but we managed. As we arrived at port, once again rinse and repeat - driver, hotel (The George Hotel), simple check-in! Effie arranged a Farm and Wine Tour the next day at a local Mykonos farm where we got to experience a true “farm-to-table” meal with wine and met their farm animals! BTW, we didn’t have to figure out transport to/from, since that was also arranged :). Now here is a quick communication example of where Effie and the team at Be a Greek stood out - we decided on-the-fly to go out to a different hotel bar for some cocktails - we simply messaged Effie and team and they quickly responded on options on where to go and arranged with the driver for the change in plans, and not only that, but to be available when we are ready to go back to our hotel later that evening. The seamlessness and ease of making a quick change in plans in a foreign country where you don’t speak the language - it really felt as if we’re at home and messaging our friends with a new plan to meet up! After all that we spent the night back at The George in preparation for our ferry to Santorini the next day.

OFF TO SANTORINI:
Driver, ferry, arrival to port, driver, arrival to hotel – I can’t express how much this made our trip that much easier not having to navigate the local taxis or other transport options. As we arrived at our hotel in Santorini (Andronis Concept Wellness Resort) - I’m going to put this out there right now - the best hotel experience I’ve ever had! I am a Lifetime Platinum member at a leading hotel chain and have been traveling for my career for almost 20 years, and the Andronis Concept is by far the best! We had mentioned to Effie that we wanted to spend the most time in Santorini and also be able to enjoy the hotel as a relaxing end to our vacation - and Effie went beyond expectations - this hotel had a massive infinity pool, a heated pool under a cave, and our room had its own private heated infinity pool for ourselves with a postcard view of the caldera! I could not have imagined a better stay and relaxing end to our trip. This by far was the best part of our trip - each morning waking up to a billion dollar view and each night watching the glorious Santorini sunset from the privacy of our balcony and pool. We did go out and enjoy two excursions - one being the hike from Fira to Oia which we did one morning - (quick fact - there are a couple other Andronis properties in Oia, so we were able to take advantage of our included breakfast in those sister properties when we reached Oia which was nice). The other excursion arranged by Effie was the Sunset Dinner Cruise - this was a nice, easy and enjoyable (also a must-do) experience when visiting Santorini! Incredible view and the Aegean Sea is just so clear and magnificent! Our saddest day was when we were leaving Santorini - not only because the hotel was amazing, but we knew it was time to head back home as well.

LAST NIGHT IN ATHENS:
We received a pleasant surprise as we arrived back in Athens - Effie, our Be a Greek contact and master trip coordinator met us at the Arrival terminal in Athens herself! She had booked us a night at the Sofitel immediately across from the airport and walked us over to the hotel to settle us to check-in. We had a great final dinner at Jenny’s Rooftop at the Sofitel before another nice breakfast and walked over back to the terminal for our flight home.

COMMUNICATION:
Effie and her team created a WhatsApp Chat Group for our trip beginning the morning of our trip. We had constant communication with Effie and the entire Be a Greek team that became our 24x7 support throughout the trip. They used it to message us each evening of the plans for the following day, any e-tickets/boarding passes for transportation (ferries/flights), and timings for when our drivers would be at a pickup spot. From start to finish, the Be a Greek team was along with us and at no point did we feel lost, or unaware of plans, or even quick modifications to plans. It was also very helpful when our ferry to Mykonos was delayed - without asking, we got a message in the chat letting us know about the delay even before passengers were made aware at the port! Whether it was for any on the fly recommendations, or suggestions on things to do on our “free” days, Effie and the team at Be a Greek were always available and truly exemplified the meaning of white glove service.

IN CLOSING:
The experience we had on this trip from the initial planning on KimKim to getting in touch with Effie from Be a Greek to the actual execution of the trip, we could not have asked for a more memorable vacation. We’ve looked back in fondness on our trip each day since returning on how amazing each day turned out and how we wouldn’t change anything! We personally want to thank Effie and the entire Be a Greek team for all that they did and truly making our vacation a Dream Vacation! If you can’t tell by now, for those looking for a hassle-free, worry-free, all-inclusive planned vacation where all you need to do is enjoy, I could not ask for a better team than Kimkim and Be a Greek! We will absolutely use them for our next vacation! Effie - You were amazing and thanks again for going completely out of your way, and over and beyond our expectations to meet us before we left Athens. THANK YOU!!

Local specialist: Effie Parasyrakis

This trip exceeded all my expectations! The ...
Spain | Jun 18 - Jun 27, 2024

jill
jill r.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
This trip exceeded all my expectations!
The accommodations, the guides, the timing and organization of everything, the ease of the app, Helena's responsiveness - it was all superb! Christian (I am pretty sure that was his name) our Catalan Trails guide through Montserrat was so knowledgable, friendly, patient, encouraging and helpful. This was also true of Marcos, our guide for the bike ride through Valencia as well as Adam, our snorkel guide in Tabarca.
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This trip exceeded all my expectations!
The accommodations, the guides, the timing and organization of everything, the ease of the app, Helena's responsiveness - it was all superb! Christian (I am pretty sure that was his name) our Catalan Trails guide through Montserrat was so knowledgable, friendly, patient, encouraging and helpful. This was also true of Marcos, our guide for the bike ride through Valencia as well as Adam, our snorkel guide in Tabarca.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Praktik Bakery
Barcelona

The rooms were small, clean, and elegant. The bakery downstairs provided an excellent continental breakfast, and the staff was friendly and helpful.

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Location
easy to walk to the Gothic quarter, Parc Guell and Port Vell.
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Hotel Líndala
Valencia

Rooms were clean and elegant. The reception and housekeeping staff was responsive and thorough. The restaurant downstairs was excellent but a separate business from the hotel itself so no breakfast was included. However, the breakfast we paid for was superb as was dinner. Also , the lobby and decor of the restaurant was *beautiful.*

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Location
It was a bit far from from the old city and chided de arts y ciencias but close to the beach.
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Hotel Boutique Alicante Palacete S.XVII - Adults Only
Alicante

This hotel was gorgeous! A mini palace with a spacious and beautifully decorated roof deck. The rooms were comfortable, charming, and clean. The attached restaurant provided an excellent breakfast and the staff was helpful and friendly. It was perfect for visiting the San Joan festivities and beach without needing any transportation.

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Activity Reviews
Day Excursion to Montserrat & Scenic Hike
Day Excursion to Montserrat & Scenic Hike
Barcelona

It was the perfect length and level of strenuousness. The location was also gorgeous while also filled with captivating history! Our guide was exceptional: kind, knowledgable, patient, delightful to spend time with!

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Valencia Seightseeing Bike Tour
Valencia Seightseeing Bike Tour
Valencia

I loved cycling through the old and new parts of the city and contrasting them both. The length of the tour - 3 hours - felt great to me. It was an easy ride with several stops for rests and snacks!

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Snorkel Tour in Tabarca Island
Snorkel Tour in Tabarca Island
Alicante
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Adam and Alvaro were so professional and attentive to everyone. They made sure we were all safe, accounted for, and informed in both English and Spanish. Excellent guides!
Local specialist: Helena Fernández
Helena
Helena Fernández
Local specialist in Madrid, Spain | Replied on Jul 05, 2024

Hi Jill,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I am delighted to know that everything from the accommodations to the guides exceeded your expectations.
Christian, Marcos and Adam will be delighted to hear your compliments. We strive to provide top-notch service, and it is heartening to know that we have succeeded in doing so.
I look forward to welcoming you back soon on another adventure. From Espíritu Travel we can help with trips to Portugal, Italy and Morocco.
Warmest regards,
Helena

KimKim went above and beyond on the trip. Our...
Morocco | Jun 14 - Jun 24, 2024

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Caroline S.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
KimKim went above and beyond on the trip. Our driver Khaleed always was on time, helpful and greeted us with water during a hot period. Both of the tours we went on were very informative, my one complaint is we wish we would have been warned about the prices and haggling before being dropped of at the rug store. We happened to be there during a holiday and our Fes tour guide welcomed us into his home for a meal since everything was closed. Other than that it was truly an amazing trip and... Read more

KimKim went above and beyond on the trip. Our driver Khaleed always was on time, helpful and greeted us with water during a hot period. Both of the tours we went on were very informative, my one complaint is we wish we would have been warned about the prices and haggling before being dropped of at the rug store. We happened to be there during a holiday and our Fes tour guide welcomed us into his home for a meal since everything was closed. Other than that it was truly an amazing trip and Megan and Winnie at Wunderlast was always helpful, even responding promptly and helping with reservations on the groups,

Local specialist: Megan Lower
Megan
Megan Lower
Local specialist in Massachusetts | Replied on Jul 03, 2024

I’m so glad you enjoyed your time and survived the heat! I’m sorry to hear the rug people gave you a hard time, we do try to let people know about the haggling in our FAQs, but not all sellers are the same, of course. But we certainly love to hear wonderful things about our drivers, they are such an important part of the trip. Thank you for choosing us for your trip!

In dinard the hotel had zero parking we usual...
France | Jun 17 - Jun 28, 2024

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Keith K.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024

In dinard the hotel had zero parking we usually parked about 6 or 7 blocks away. The guides were awesome.
People need to be aware very little cell service. Makes it difficult to use google maps to travel. communication was nice most new a little English. A list of nice restaurants in areas where we are staying with the times they are open would be great. a lot are closed midday and during the week. Really loved your choices of places to see!

Local specialist: Nathalie Durand
Nathalie
Nathalie Durand
Local specialist in Beaujolais | Replied on Jul 04, 2024

Thank you for this brief review .
I was very surprised to read that Royal Emeraude Hotel in Dinard has no parking because they do have their own private parking ! ( May be with a limited capacity ?)
We had sent you Apps to help you finding restaurants every where.

The most important is that you had a wonderful trip and "awesome guides".
Thank you for choosing us !
All the best
Nathalie

Three generation trip to Italy
Italy | Jun 19 - Jun 28, 2024

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Priscilla M.
North Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
Our trip to Italy was a celebration of our granddaughters’ 10 th birthdays. My husband and I, their moms and the two girls traveled from Venice to the Amalfi coast with Florence, Cinque Terre, Pompeii, and Sorrento in between. I have planned many trips before so I know about the mountain of details there are. But with so many stops I felt I needed help with the planning. Tasos was great from the start - patiently fielding all our requests and changes. Also advising us on what was possible... Read more

Our trip to Italy was a celebration of our granddaughters’ 10 th birthdays. My husband and I, their moms and the two girls traveled from Venice to the Amalfi coast with Florence, Cinque Terre, Pompeii, and Sorrento in between. I have planned many trips before so I know about the mountain of details there are. But with so many stops I felt I needed help with the planning. Tasos was great from the start - patiently fielding all our requests and changes. Also advising us on what was possible and what we should not try to do. Our accommodations were perfect - I know it’s difficult to find family rooms in Europe but we had a suite for the kids and a standard room for my husband and I with hot breakfasts included. The breakfast at the Magi House in Sorrento was exceptional! Every driver, every transfer was at the time and location described in our itinerary. We went by train to each city with reserved seats. The standout part of the trip, though, was the guides and the private tours. I loved the scavenger hunt in the Doges Palace in Venice - geared for kids but excellent for adults! Gondola paddling was a hoot. Pizza and gelato class in Florence was very informative and fun! Our Pompeii guide was excellent even though it was raining and thundering. Cleared out the crowds! The driver for the Amalfi coast, Pasquale, was full of information and stories. We were wishing we had a little more time in Ravello. The highlight of the trip was the private Capri Island & Grottos tour with Tony. He went above and beyond showing us around Capri, arranging a wonderful lunch and of course sailing us all around the island with music, snacks and conversation. I can’t thank Tasos and the Travel 12 group for their attention to detail, the clearness and completeness of our itinerary and the ease with which we could communicate with them before, during and now after the trip as we are struggling with lost luggage and out of pocket expenses for a delayed flight. I will definitely use Kimkim again for our next big trip.

Local specialist: Tasos Mylonas

Migle helped us plan a perfect trip!
Iceland | Jun 5 - Jun 29, 2024

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Amanda H.
Walnut Creek, CA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
Migle helped us plan a perfect month-long trip to Scandinavia. She was easily reachable while we were traveling, which made us feel well taken care of. She came up with great activities and hotels and had all of the transportation worked out perfectly for a smooth trip. There were things that she recommended that I would have never thought of or planned that we all enjoyed-- like the zip line/biking in Flam, Norway. That was a really fun day. Our overnight kayaking trip out of Bergen was... Read more

Migle helped us plan a perfect month-long trip to Scandinavia. She was easily reachable while we were traveling, which made us feel well taken care of. She came up with great activities and hotels and had all of the transportation worked out perfectly for a smooth trip.

There were things that she recommended that I would have never thought of or planned that we all enjoyed-- like the zip line/biking in Flam, Norway. That was a really fun day. Our overnight kayaking trip out of Bergen was great as well. Our guide Michael was great and we stayed at a beautiful historic farmhouse on a remote island which really made the trip easy (and my wife much happier that she wasn't going to be on the ground in a tent!)

Our 4-day trek in Iceland was perfect as well and was the highlight of our trip. Iceland has many beautiful places to see but you really get a feel for the geology and scenery when you get to the interior (away from the tourists) and hike between the remote huts.

The recommendations for things to see and do gave us a great starting point for our explorations of all the cities and natural sites we visited (Copenhagen, Stockholm, Oslo, the fjords, and Iceland). The restaurant recommendations also helped a lot.

Migle arranged for all the transfers by train, which was fun since we don't use them much at home. The recommendations for the Copenhagen Card (free museums and transit) and the app for Stockholm's system made travel easy and enabled us to see more than we would have had we needed to pay each time. Super convenient and helpful.

It was a really memorable trip for our family and we're really appreciative of Migle and KimKim for making it easy.

Hotel Reviews
Copenhagen Admiral Hotel
Copenhagen

Loved the location for this hotel-- on the water and near the palace. We had a family room and crammed 4 of us in it. It was very tight for 4. The service was great and the breakfast was perfect. My complaints are the size of that room was small and the windows in the historic building are small. The dining area where breakfast is served doesn't look out at the water (not sure if it was because of construction or if that's permanent). Otherwise a great place to stay.

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Hotell Bondeheimen
Oslo

I was angry when we arrived and got to our room (but calmed down...) I thought it looked a lot better online but our room, according to my son, looked like his dorm room. It was pretty sterile, faced an interior courtyard, and was cut into two pieces so our bedroom had no window. It was decent sized, though, and in a good location. The breakfast was good but you had to get there early or you would have trouble finding a table.

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Flåmsbrygga Hotel
Flåm

We had a room in the restaurant building and it was tight but worked well for our family of 4. We had views of the fjords and were next to their restaurant, bar, and all the local attractions. The staff was great and they had a great place to store our luggage on our last day. It worked out well. I will say that, if there's a cruise ship in town (which there was our first day) it's parked right in front so the view of the fjord becomes a city view of a 20 story building... But we only had a ship there 1 day during our stay.

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Augustin Hotel
Bergen

This hotel worked great for our family of 4. We had a top-floor room with views out over the cityscape. The location is good-- close to the water and the main activities of Bergen but a little outside of the tourist rush. The breakfasts were great but you had to get there earlier or you might have trouble finding a table. The staff was very helpful.

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Kviknes Hotel
Balestrand

I love this hotel (but I'm a sucker for historic hotels!) It's a huge wooden building on the water near the ferry terminal. There are tons of public lounge spaces and a great outdoor deck for having lunch, tea, etc. There's a fancy restaurant and a cafe which also serves on the deck. The food was great-- lunch and breakfasts. Our room was large and had a large deck looking out over the fjord. The bathrooms are a little funky because of the old building but worked fine. Our kids had a corner room with views in every direction and two decks. It was a little tight with two beds but the funky shape and ceilings made it really cool for them. I was sad we were only staying one night here. I would have loved to stay longer, with the hotel as one of the main attractions (although Balestrand is beautiful and there's lots of hiking, biking, water-related activities to do from here).

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Fjörukráin - The Viking Village
Hafnarfjörður

I warned my family before we arrived-- this is going to be "something"... And it was! The viking village is a crazy restaurant/shop and hotel all decked out in faux viking motif. The lodging is really like a motel. We had two rooms in the main building and they were fine. Our kid's room was pretty tight but ours was a little bigger. The baths felt like those in an RV but were fine. I think that the little cabins would have been really fun to stay in. We peeked in while they were being cleaned and they had a large bed downstairs and smaller beds in the loft area. Our kids would have enjoyed that. We got in late and left early so didn't get to eat at the restaurant but got to go inside while they were doing some work on it. It's huge and really decked out with historic pictures and artifacts. It reminded me of a viking Trader Vic's or tiki bar. The buffet at the hotel was okay and the dining room was pretty crazy as well-- indoor pond and waterfall and faux stone ceilings and walls. It's definitely a thing and we were happy we stayed there for the experience.

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Vík Cottages
Vik I Myrdal

We had two adjoining rooms in one of the cottages on the hill. Each room had its own bath (small but nice) and the room was decently sized and had a view over the town. They seemed like they'd been redone pretty recently. The cottages are part of a larger hotel which has a big, modern building (where breakfast is and the restaurant is). We ate dinner there and breakfast and had two great meals. The new building is beautiful and has some lounge spaces and amenities for guests that we didn't use while there.

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Árnanes Country Hotel
Höfn

The hotel is owned by an Icelandic woman with a lot of charm and character-- she's a character! The rooms were large and looked out over open space behind. You can park right in front which was nice since we had so much stuff. The baths were large and the rooms were pretty big too. The restaurant was great and the breakfast buffet was pretty good too. The dining room had great views of the mountains and glaciers off in the distance. There was a large patio that we couldn't use because it was raining but that would have been a nice place for a drink or casual lunch/dinner.

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Stracta Hotel Hella
Hella

This is a large hotel in a very small town. It's where buses seem to pickup and drop-off for trips away from Reykjavik. I was surprised by the size when we got there. It looks a little like a self-storage center from the outside because it's all correlated metal but our room was really nice and very large. We had our own hot tub (although it wasn't really private and we had to go out the front door and around to get to it). Very nice, though!! The hot tub was super clean and warm. The room was really clean and bright too. The hotel also has two large public hot tubs and saunas and other facilities. The dining room is bright with lots of windows and the food was very good. The staff was super helpful. They also do laundry overnight for you (I think it was about $20/load). That really helped us and we didn't have to waste a few hours doing it ourselves (which almost cost as much when we did it in Bergen). My only complaint is the design just seemed a little sterile inside and out.

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Kvosin Downtown Hotel
Reykjavik

This might have been our favorite hotel of the trip. It's in a great location-- right next to parliament in the downtown core. The rooms have large patios and ours had a great view. We ended up getting upgraded to the penthouse room our last night and it was huge with two giant decks. The rooms are well decorated and very clean. The staff was really helpful and friendly. The breakfast was great. There is a restaurant in the hotel that we didn't try but it looked good. The location was amazing-- we joked that everything we needed was 1 block away (bank, 24-hour store, grocery, restaurants, food hall, city hall, parliament, the pond, pedestrian zone, etc.) It was a great spot from which to see the town.

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Nordic Light Hotel
Stockholm

Good location pretty close to train station, pedestrian area. Staff was helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good. Room was clean and a good size. It's a modern building (although from the bad period of modern buildings...) so there are some quirks but it was a great place to stay for us.

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Activity Reviews
Canal Cruise from Nyhavn
Canal Cruise from Nyhavn
Copenhagen

Nice way to spend some time in Copenhagen, causing the canals.

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Discover Copenhagen on Foot:  Guided tour
Discover Copenhagen on Foot: Guided tour
Copenhagen

We had already walked many of the locations that this tour went to. It had a lot of history and information about the places we visited but didn't cover that much of the city. We tend to be more visual and active and want to walk around and see a ton with a little less information. It was still great, though.

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Scenic Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise
Scenic Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise
Oslo

Nice cruise around Oslo's bay. It's great to go by the remote islands with their smaller weekend cottages and boathouses/bathhouses. The boat is a large, sailboat (but it's always under power with no sails raised). The information is good and there is some food and drinks available on the boat (although it's more snack food, hot dogs, etc.)

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Flåm Railway, Zipline & Bike Ride Adventure
Flåm Railway, Zipline & Bike Ride Adventure
Flåm

We loved this experience. You take the historic train from Flam to the station just before the top, zip line down to where you pick up your bike, and ride back into town. The zip line was really fun. It's paired so you can race your wife/brother/friend. That's fun. The bike ride was great and mostly downhill. We stopped at the river and had a lunch picnic in the island. I would bring food along because we didn't find much along the way (we missed the cheese place that was mentioned in the info). The bike return was near downtown so really convenient. I love this day-- so much I wanted to do it again...

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Waterfall and culture tour from Flåm
Waterfall and culture tour from Flåm
Flåm

This was a nice few hours touring around the area. The drive itself was great and the stops were cool. It was the last thing we did in Flam so I wasn't as excited about it, thinking we'd already seen everything, but we all enjoyed it. At the end we did the optional hike to the waterfall and that was very nice (about 500ft of altitude gain.)

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RIB-boat tour to Finnabotn
RIB-boat tour to Finnabotn
Balestrand

We had a great ride on the speedboat around the fjords. The gear kept us warm and dry, the boat was comfortable even at high speeds, the guide was great and the scenery was really beautiful.

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Bergen Kayak & Camping Adventure - Explore Nature's Beauty Day 1/2
Bergen Kayak & Camping Adventure - Explore Nature's Beauty Day 1/2
Bergen

We had a great experience! We kayaked around the fjords (not the big, tall ones, but the coastal fjords right on the North Sea). We stopped to fish (and caught a few small guys). Then we pulled into a small harbor and walked to our historic farmhouse where we stayed the night. The farmhouse was great-- we all had nice beds, a warm wonderful meal. There was a great fireplace that helped warm us up after a little rain got us right as we were pulling up. We had a great breakfast and then headed out again. Our second day, we had a problem with high winds so we hiked the island, which was fantastic, and then got a boat ride back. Michael, our guide, was fantastic and made us some great Norwegian fish soup for dinner (sadly not with fish we caught...) The kayaks were great and the house was amazing. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants a little adventure. The kayaking wasn't tough or long so it was a great family event.

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Lunar Landscapes & Healing Waters – Blue Lagoon Immersion
Lunar Landscapes & Healing Waters – Blue Lagoon Immersion
Iceland

I thought I would hate this must-see activity but ended up really liking it. I thought it would be crammed and crowded and Disney-like. We got there in the early evening and it wasn't crowded. It was a nice experience which I wasn't expecting. The facilities are beautifully designed. The water is warm (and you can find hotter or cooler areas). We had some drinks prepaid. The wine wasn't great but the beer was decent. The mixed drinks were fun and there were good non-alcoholic versions for the kids. There are activities while in the water-- the facial scrubs (4 parts), a waterfall to be under, different areas to hang out, places to find hot spots, and the bar. The locker and shower facilities were good and clean. It took me a while to figure out my locker but got it working.

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Katla Ice Cave
Katla Ice Cave
Iceland

This was an awesome experience. You get driven in a nice van to the edge of a glacier, hike up into it (short hike), explore the ice cave a bit, walk around on the glacier, and head back. The size of the glacier and the beauty of the caves and ice formations were incredible. The ice inside the caves was clear and blue-- super beautiful. The features outside were immense and awesome. It's not physically challenging so anyone who can hike can do it.

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LAUGAVEGUR 4-DAY HUT TO HUT TREKKING TOUR (1/4)
LAUGAVEGUR 4-DAY HUT TO HUT TREKKING TOUR (1/4)
Iceland

This was the highlight of our trip-- for the whole family. We got picked up in Reykjavik and taken 3-4 hours to the starting point. We hiked and then stayed in our first hut (after a visit to sit in the nearby hot spring!) The scenery on the trip was amazing. You really get a different sense of Iceland than you do by chasing the attractions around the ring. Instead of looking up at the mountains and glaciers, you're in them. At the end of our 2nd day, I think the scenery was the most beautiful I'd ever seen. The valley we looked down into (and ended up staying in that night) had pointy volcanoes, rivers, glaciers, lakes all in a vivid green setting. It was really beautiful. That hut, right on the lake, had incredible views as well. The huts were perfect. They're rustic and you share large rooms with your fellow guests. I was worried about that for my family but it was perfect. Fortunately no loud snorers... You work together to help cook and clean the dishes. The food was great and they accommodated everyone's diet issues. You make a bag lunch for the hike before heading out. Vans move your luggage from hut to hut so you only need a small daypack. That makes it really nice for hiking. The first day was pretty short. The second day was long-- about 18miles. The third and fourth days were medium. The days are long and there's no rush so it's not too hard. We were all tired after 18 miles but a nice, hot shower, and some good warm food revived everyone. There are showers-- you have to pay for hot water (definitely worth it!) and you can buy the tickets on-site with cash/card/phone. So that's easy. Some huts have snacks and drinks to sell as well. A beer at the 3 hut was really welcome...

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Local specialist: Miglé Mikenaite

Our trip was absolutely amazing! 5 star across the board!
Spain | Jun 4 - Jun 10, 2024

Julie
Julie M.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
Our trip was absolutely amazing! Thank you so much for your thoughtful itinerary- the hotels, transport, food suggestions were fabulous and the addition of the sunset cruise with Captain Guillermo and guitarist Alvaro was perfect! Every excursion was fabulous! The Biking tour of Barcelona with Corentin hit all of the historical marks and taught us about culture, art and architecture while we pedaled and got the lay of the land! Touring and hiking in Montserrat with Ramon and being able to... Read more

Our trip was absolutely amazing! Thank you so much for your thoughtful itinerary- the hotels, transport, food suggestions were fabulous and the addition of the sunset cruise with Captain Guillermo and guitarist Alvaro was perfect! Every excursion was fabulous! The Biking tour of Barcelona with Corentin hit all of the historical marks and taught us about culture, art and architecture while we pedaled and got the lay of the land! Touring and hiking in Montserrat with Ramon and being able to customize our experience to our family was amazing- He is an expert on the history, lore and the hiking area- we escaped the crowds and got some amazing views! Costa Brava is gorgeous and our adventure with Stepan, despite the cloudy and slightly rough day at sea- was great! Every detail of our kayak, snorkel, swim, walk-was planned out and executed perfectly. Without exception- lovely people, great communicators, professional and fun and ready to adapt to our wishes and needs. Can't say enough great things!

Hotel Review
Hotel Aigua Blava
Costa Brava · Girona

Absolutely gorgeous grounds, airy rooms, restaurant breakfast is excellent, staff very pleasant, attentive and helpful!

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paradise!
Location
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reception was particularly helpful with reservations in local towns and modes of transport
Cleanliness & Comfort
everything was immaculate
Activity Reviews
Tapas Walk in Barcelona
Tapas Walk in Barcelona
Barcelona

Jeanne was so fun! She asked great questions, engaged the entire group. We had a great group, tried all types of tapas in different neighborhoods. my 16 and 13 year olds enjoyed it and felt very comfortable in the mix! Try the cava!

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Food
We tried it all- snails, fried sardines, meatballs, desserts- vermouth of course and cava! be adventurous!
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Flamenco Night
Flamenco Night
Barcelona

We all enjoyed the flamenco- it seemed the crowd was quite reserved and didn't know if they should cheer or watch quietly or get up and participate. Since the large majority re: ALL of the patrons are tourists- maybe an introduction that talks about the history and the crowds expected response would enhance the experience. We had tapas at the expat next door and would highly recommend!

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Guided Visit of Barcelona by Bike
Guided Visit of Barcelona by Bike
Barcelona

Great way to cover a lot of ground, see a lot of the cities highlights and get some history as well. Corentin was our guide and was excellent.

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Family Visit Montserrat & Hiking
Family Visit Montserrat & Hiking
Barcelona

Ramon is a pro. We were able to customize our visit to focus most of our time on the hiking around Montserrat. We steered clear of the crowds and had some marvelous views while Ramon taught us the lore and history of the area ( as well as a geology lesson ) ! Highly recommend!

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Coastal Hike, Kayaking & Lagoon Dipping in Costa Brava
Coastal Hike, Kayaking & Lagoon Dipping in Costa Brava
Spain

Stepan was amazing! Every detail of our walk, kayak, swim/snorkel was well planned and executed. We had a wonderful day despite the imperfect weather and learned a lot about proper technique for kayaking as well as environmental conservation efforts in the area.

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Local specialist: Raquel Aceituno
Raquel
Raquel Aceituno
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Jul 04, 2024

Hello Julie! Thank you for your wonderful review and kind words 😍
It's amazing to hear you had a wonderful time with your family, specially for your bitrthday! which is the greatest reward for us.
I will pass your words onto to our local guides as they will be so happy to hear that they have contributed to a wonderful adventure. I hope we will work together in the future to plan your next adventure. All the best , Raquel

Iceland was amazing, and the bookings made it...
Iceland | Jun 21 - Jun 29, 2024

Luke
Luke B.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
Iceland was amazing, and the bookings made it really smooth and hassle free for us as busy parents. The accommodations for our needs were excellent in great locations that with our unique needs (two parents, two children and an au pair) would have been very difficult to find on our own, and almost certainly would have resulted in less ideal locations than we had. Read more

Iceland was amazing, and the bookings made it really smooth and hassle free for us as busy parents. The accommodations for our needs were excellent in great locations that with our unique needs (two parents, two children and an au pair) would have been very difficult to find on our own, and almost certainly would have resulted in less ideal locations than we had.

Activity Reviews
Glacier Super Jeep Tour
Iceland
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Whale Watching Tour
Whale Watching Tour
Reykjavík
Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Jenny Booth
Jenny
Jenny Booth
Local specialist in Sweden | Replied on Jul 02, 2024

Hi Luke, I am so happy to hear that you and your family had an amazing time in Iceland and that the accommodations we picked out worked well for you all.
I hope your children enjoyed their whale watching trip and that you will have many special memories to treasure for years to come.

Entire trip was excellent!
The Netherlands | May 25 - Jun 8, 2024

DWANE & KAREN
DWANE & KAREN S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
Mieke was excellent. We had great things planned and plenty of time to explore on our own. It took us a few days to figure out the amazing train system, trams, etc., but then it was a great way to see the rest of the countries we visited. We did a combo with kim kim (Netherlands and Germany) and a cruise with MSC to Denmark and Norway. We loved staying right across (Premier Suites) from the Rotterdam Central Train Station and then visiting different cities from there. Gouda was our... Read more

Mieke was excellent. We had great things planned and plenty of time to explore on our own. It took us a few days to figure out the amazing train system, trams, etc., but then it was a great way to see the rest of the countries we visited. We did a combo with kim kim (Netherlands and Germany) and a cruise with MSC to Denmark and Norway. We loved staying right across (Premier Suites) from the Rotterdam Central Train Station and then visiting different cities from there. Gouda was our favorite. We did the Cheese Experience (Excellent and so fun) and made our own stroopwafels at Berg's Bakery. Soooo fun. In Amsterdam, we did some things on our own. The Lookout Restaurant was well worth it. The Anne Frank House is so interesting. Very very worthwhile. We did a lot of just walking and visiting shops and restaurants and little cafes, etc. We opted not to do a planned Kinderdijk windmill tour (from Rotterdam) - it was cold that day and we decided to just do other things. We came back to Amsterdam after some time in Norway and Germany (also thru Kim kim) and did a tour to the Zaanse Schans Windmills. They were great! A clog shop and cheese place right there. The only suggestion I have for kim kim is to figure out some way for people to have a phone. Our carrier did not provide coverage there. We contacted Mieke one day from our hotel and she gave us very detailed directions to the Anne Frank house. This was great. However, if we would have had phones with mapquest that worked, it would have avoided alot of looking on our own. We had wifi on germany trains but not in the netherlands. We checked train schedules, platforms, etc. in the morning at our hotel before walking to the Rotterdam train station, and we were fine that way, but it would have been very very helpful to have a phone with wifi. The chip cards are a must (provided by kim kim). They loaded it with sufficient dollars for what we scheduled and then we added to it for some extra places we wanted to go. Then they provided an envelope and on our last day, we mailed them back to them at the train station. You can use them on any form of transportation which is very very convenient. We will never forget this trip - it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for us. The two words that best describe it all are - Beautiful and interesting. Thank you all!

Hotel Review
Premier Suites Plus Rotterdam
Rotterdam

This hotel is great - right across from the central train station. We had a room that overlooked the central station - very nice and interesting. Restaurants and shops are close. We could walk. They also provide a coffee/expresso machine in their lobby.

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Gouda - Stroopwafel workshop
Gouda - Stroopwafel workshop
The Netherlands

Berg's Bakery is amazing. It is a 6th generation family bakery. The owner, himself, did our workshop, and we enjoyed chatting with him about his journey in the stroopwafel industry.

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Local specialist: Mieke Arendsen
Mieke
Mieke Arendsen
Local specialist in The Netherlands | Replied on Jul 03, 2024
Hi Dwane and Karen,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your trip and send us valuable feedback - especially about having a smartphone and wifi coverage - that is very helpful indeed and a very good suggestion.
I am glad to hear you have enjoyed the trip so much and have found your way with the planned activities and the free time as well. I am not surprised you love the stroopwafel bakery in Gouda, it's a gem of a place. I
Cherish your happy memories of this very special trip -...
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Hi Dwane and Karen,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your trip and send us valuable feedback - especially about having a smartphone and wifi coverage - that is very helpful indeed and a very good suggestion.
I am glad to hear you have enjoyed the trip so much and have found your way with the planned activities and the free time as well. I am not surprised you love the stroopwafel bakery in Gouda, it's a gem of a place. I
Cherish your happy memories of this very special trip - and I am honored to have been a small part of making it happen.

Best regards,
Mieke
PS: I totally forgot to ask you how you experience the Dutch language! Were you able to follow some of it given your knowledge of Pennsylvania Dutch?? Or a different lingo after all?

Relaxing week-long taste of Bergen and the fjords of Norway
Norway | Jun 21 - Jun 30, 2024

Stephen
Stephen B.
Harrison, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
My wife and I usually plan trips ourselves but I was short on time for planning our trip to Norway. Relying on kimkim and its Norway-based Ethical Travel partner greatly relieved the stress. After some initial guidance, our knowledgeable local specialist Tom Christer proposed an itinerary. We communicated back and forth a few times, with Tom providing clear answers to all questions, to refine the plan. The high point of our trip was a 4-night stay at a boutique inn called BesteBakken, in... Read more

My wife and I usually plan trips ourselves but I was short on time for planning our trip to Norway. Relying on kimkim and its Norway-based Ethical Travel partner greatly relieved the stress. After some initial guidance, our knowledgeable local specialist Tom Christer proposed an itinerary. We communicated back and forth a few times, with Tom providing clear answers to all questions, to refine the plan. The high point of our trip was a 4-night stay at a boutique inn called BesteBakken, in Hafslo. The owner personally hosted delicious family-style dinners and breakfasts where we had a chance to meet other travelers including quite native Norwegians. It was a great base for exploring the local region, including a glacier hike, a kayak day paddle, and a hike up Molden mountain on our own. Our family of 4 adults needed some rest as well as wonderful sights and that's what we got on this trip. Tom or others at Ethical Travel were available to answer questions during the trip, and rebooked us in advance when one boat tour was cancelled. I would not hesitate to use kimkim again.

Hotel Review
Hôtel Charmante
Bergen

The hotel was recently built or renovated inside old wooden homes. Location is great, right in the center of action in Bergen, but the interior is a triumph of style over function. If you're seeking the style of an old hotel in Paris (in Bergen), you may like this place. But otherwise, the over-the-top interior decoration feels (and is) claustrophobic. The main entrance to the hotel is via a food service area which feels unhygienic. My biggest gripe is with the room itself. There was absolutely no place except the floor for our suitcases. Meanwhile, one corner of the room was occupied be a large wine refrigerator that few travelers will use. The bathroom was large enough, but the shower has no sills and the glass doors did not seal properly with each other or the floor, leaving deep puddles of water all over the bathroom after a shower. Neither the sink nor shower drained properly despite the recent renovation. Hotel staff were gracious and the included breakfast was tasty and luxurious. Despite it being rather cool outdoors, our room was warm and stuffy, with no air moving. We opened the window to cool off, but were awoken around 3am by someone clinking glassware in the courtyard cafe below our window.

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Perfectly clean, but I detailed comfort issues in my review.
Local specialist: Tom Christer Larsen
Tom Christer
Tom Christer Larsen
Local specialist in Oslo, Norway | Replied on Jul 01, 2024

Hi Stephen.

It was a pleasure communicating with you and arranging your trip for the four of you. Happy to hear you were happy with the itinerary and our follow up and that you are willing to book through KimKim again.

An your feedback is both valuable to both us and for other travellers out there.
The comments are feedbacks from the Hotel Charmante is well noted, and it is not the quality we expect from them and will follow up on them with this.

All the best,
Tom

Amazing local experience
Indonesia | Jun 15 - Jun 20, 2024

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Aneal R.
Denmark | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
My wife and I had an incredible experience in Flores with our guide Sergio and driver Eto. Both gave us a lot of good local insights into the culutre, people and food. We were treated to beautiful scenery in the form of canyons, waterfalls and unique rice fields. And the last 2 days were on a boat which was a once in a lifetime experience. Thanks to Marc and his team for creating the itinerary and giving us a great local experience mostly away from the tourist crowds in Laboan Bajo. Read more

My wife and I had an incredible experience in Flores with our guide Sergio and driver Eto. Both gave us a lot of good local insights into the culutre, people and food. We were treated to beautiful scenery in the form of canyons, waterfalls and unique rice fields. And the last 2 days were on a boat which was a once in a lifetime experience. Thanks to Marc and his team for creating the itinerary and giving us a great local experience mostly away from the tourist crowds in Laboan Bajo.

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Mbeliling Mountain Ecolodge
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Liveaboard in Komodo
Authenticity & Character
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Puri Sari Beach Hotel
Labuan Bajo
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Spring HIll Bungalow Ruteng
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Golo Hill Top
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Rangko Cave
Labuan Bajo

Unique experience of swimming in a cave with bats. Highly recommended

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Cunca Wulang and Spiderwebs Rice fields
Indonesia
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Ruteng Town
Indonesia
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Liveaboard Cruise: Discover Flores & Komodo
Liveaboard Cruise: Discover Flores & Komodo
Komodo Island
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Liveaboard Cruise - Departure Day
Liveaboard Cruise - Departure Day
Indonesia
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Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Jul 02, 2024

Hi Aneal,

Thank you for your review!

I'm thrilled that Sergio and Eto could share their insights and make your trip special. We're passionate about showcasing the best of Flores while keeping our travelers off the usual routes.

It was a pleasure creating the itinerary for you, and we're delighted to have been part of your memorable adventure. If you ever plan to visit again, we would love to help you explore more hidden gems.

Best regards,
Marc