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Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti

Hi everyone! I am Angela (or as my Greek friends call me, Aggeliki). Let me introduce myself: I am a travel and adventure lover just like you! I work in the travel industry, for a quiet few years now, and I love creating new exciting trips, tours, and above all, experiences for people from all around the world that choose to visit this amazing country called Greece. I am also an Adventure Travel Guide Standard Board Member Representing Greece since 2015.

Born and raised in the US by Greek parents, I have been living in Greece since 1992 and loving it - there is no better place to live! Sun, sea, mountains, rivers, nightlife, food, culture, people, parties, fun, and a safe environment all consist of making Greece the ideal place to live or (if you're not that fortunate), to travel to during your holidays or even for a city break!

I aim to give you a feeling of what Greece has to offer. Guidance, my recommendations on things to see and do during your stay, 'Don't Miss' tips, and plenty of other info to bear in mind before traveling or during your holidays here! Making amazing lifetime experiences for amazing people all over the world that choose Greece for their vacation, is my profession - so, let me help you experience Greece like never before through off-the-beaten-path tours and trips! Your trip will for sure be a memorable one! Get in touch!

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialize in each and every destination in Greece! Especially the hidden gems and the less mass tourism destinations. But even in the world famous islands, like Mykonos, Santorini and Crete, I know all the unique and authentic places to visit and see along of course with the must see and visit touristic spots. My expertise is providing unique, authentic, memorable experiences. Either you are an outdoor and adventure enthusiast, a food junkey, or a history and culture addict, or you just want to enjoy the alluring Greek blue of the beaches and islands, I've got you covered! I want to provide special moments that will for sure be the highlights of your trip. "

How did you get involved in travel?

"I always loved traveling and discovering new places. Especially the hidden gems of each destination! From the moment I remember myself as an adult, I remember getting in my car and heading for road trips! I discovered each and every corner of Greece and met amazing locals along the way! As the years past by I found myself being a travel expert of Greece! Then it hit me! I have to share this knowledge with other people! So, I found a job at a travel agency and quickly scaled my self up to being the director of the incoming travel planning department. After getting the necessary knowledge of running a travel business I decided to establish my own travel company, back in June 2018. Still sharing my local expertise and experience with the same excitement as day one! "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"I once went with a group on a trip to Epirus Region. While having a walking tour in Metsovo village a took the group uphill so they can see the narrow streets and houses of the village away from the mass tourism spots. During our walk I turned my head and peaked inside a house. I saw a woman weaving on a loom and stood there and started talking to the group about how the locals use the weaving techniques and how this is part of the local culture. At that point the woman inside the house saw us and invited us inside to see the procedure up close! She showed us how it's done, she talked about how this is part of the local life and the ways they use the woven creations, and eventually sat every person of the group in the loom so they can personally experience the weaving procedure! It was an amazing experience for all of us and the people in the group were so excited and amazed by the hospitality of this local woman. It was the highlight of our trip for sure! "

Angela (Aggeliki) is part of the following groups: Greece Travel Agents
Vouliagmeni resort area
Culture & Adventure in Athens, Naxos & Santorini - 10 Days

Spend ten days amid some of the  most popular spots in Greece. You'll start off in Athens, where you'll experience the Acropolis and the shores of the Athenian Riviera. Then sail into the Cyclades, landing first at Naxos for a hike through the island's history, then continuing to Santorini to explore its beaches and enjoy the caldera views.

The Erechtheion Temple at the Acropolis, Athens
Discover Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, and Crete - 12 Days

Experience the history, culture, and flavors of Greece on this jam-packed tour of Athens and the islands. You'll learn about ancient Greek mythology on visits to the Acropolis and Delphi, followed by an island-hopping adventure to stylish Mykonos, historic Delos, and romantic Santorini. Go trekking in Crete and explore fascinating ruins before making your way back to Athens.

Ultimate Guide to Crete: An Island for All Seasons
Ultimate Guide to Crete: An Island for All Seasons

Crete is a great island to visit at any time of year. The southernmost Greek isle has beaches, ancient archaeological sites, throwback villages, and myriad nature hikes—not to mention the pleasant winter temperatures. Find out what to do, where to stay, and more in this ultimate guide.

Streets of Chania
Athens and Crete Family Adventure - 12 Days

Come to Crete with childlike enthusiasm on this 12-day itinerary. After an Athenian mythology tour, the island awaits you, with Venetian architecture, sprawling natural landscapes, historic stone villages, and more ready to be explored.

7 Days in Greece - 7 Unique Itineraries
7 Days in Greece - 7 Unique Itineraries

A popular option for a week in Greece is to spend a day in Athens upon arrival and then head out to the Greek islands by ferry or flight. Another recommended option is a road trip to explore the ancient history and mythology of mainland Greece. Or, experience the Greek islands on a yacht. No matter which itinerary you choose, you will experience plenty of history, culture and food. Read on for 7 great 7-day itineraries to make the most of your week in Greece.

Ancient stone columns at Olympia
Discover Greek History & Culture - 7 Days

Delve into the fascinating history and culture of Greece on this weeklong tour around some of the country's top highlights. You'll begin in Athens with a guided tour of the Acropolis, then continue to Mycenae — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — and the historic coastal city of Nafplio. Tour the ruins of Olympia, the site of the original Olympic Games, before moving on to discover fascinating antiquities in Delphi and Amfissa. You'll explore the otherworldly Meteora and spend some time sampling local wines and regional dishes in the countryside before heading back to Athens, where the trip ends.

Favorite experiences

Athens Mythology for Families

Explore the Acropolis and Ancient Agora with your family, learning about Greek mythology and history. Kids and adults alike will enjoy discovering what's truly behind the legends of Athens' gods and heroes. Along the way, enjoy views of the city and kid-friendly activities.After meeting your...

Olive Oil Tasting & Farmer’s Brunch

Discover the secret to a longer, healthier life in Greece — the traditional rural way of life! Join your local guide for a morning escape from the hustle and bustle of tourist hotspots to a charming village where time seems to stand still. As you take a leisurely walk, you'll get a taste of the...

Food Tour of Crete

Crete is not only the largest of the Greek islands, but it also has one of the most interesting food cultures. For most of its history, Cretans subsisted on a diet of fresh produce, dairy products like yogurt, honey, olive oil, red wine, and other Mediterranean ingredients. However, as living...

Family Day Cruise to Paxos & Antipaxos from Corfu

Enjoy a family-friendly day cruise to the picturesque Ionian islands of Paxos and Antipaxos, which exude a wild and tropical-like beauty. As you glide through the turquoise sea, admire the views of rocky coastlines, clear waters, and white-sand beaches. Your first stop is at the area's impressive...

Milos Panorama Tour

Discover the island of Milos, known for its beautiful beaches, white-washed villages, and fascinating history. This driving tour starts at the Ancient Theater of Milos, set at the Gulf of Milos' narrow entrance. Enjoy views of Tripiti and Klima, two of the island's more modern villages, and where...

Discover the Villages of Santorini

Santorini is known for its charming white-washed villages with blue-domed churches and incredible sea views. In addition, the island has numerous towns worth visiting, all offering a local vibe unique to the island. Below, we've detailed our top three picks for villages to visit in Santorini....

Recent trip reviews for Angela (Aggeliki)

Santorini and Athens in unusual weather
Greece | Feb 1 - Feb 9, 2023

Barbara
Barbara S.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023

Athens Mythology tour was fabulous, our guide was so engaging and a brilliant story teller. The hotel in Athens was very cosy and service very friendly. The weather was perfect for a City tour but got somewhat colder in Santorini! Angela worked hard to rearrange trips taking account of weather conditions and we were able to participate in and enjoy all. Santorini was beautiful but one should be aware that during February most restaurants are closed and there is a lot of construction work... read more

Athens Mythology tour was fabulous, our guide was so engaging and a brilliant story teller. The hotel in Athens was very cosy and service very friendly. The weather was perfect for a City tour but got somewhat colder in Santorini! Angela worked hard to rearrange trips taking account of weather conditions and we were able to participate in and enjoy all. Santorini was beautiful but one should be aware that during February most restaurants are closed and there is a lot of construction work ongoing. However this did not dampen our enjoyment; the two open establishments were superb! We had a very comfortable cave on Santorini with a superb view. Will be using Kimkim again!

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Feb 14, 2023

Hi Ann!

I am truly happy that you enjoyed your time here with us even though the weather for sure wasn't on our side! During your stay "Barbara"(severe bad weather wave) was here too! (huge coincidence with the name!).
I am very happy that you enjoyed your time though and managed to see lots. 😊

I will be here and more than happy to assist you with your next trip to Greece. Maybe during May or late September when the weather is definitely better and the crowds are still low.

Until then take care and have fun!

Best wishes from the whole team and myself,
Angela

GREECE was a DREAM COME TRUE
Greece | Oct 8 - Oct 15, 2022

Dalia
Dalia M.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Nov 28, 2022

GREECE was a DREAM COME TRUE

Our experience in Greece was perfect, sure there were a couple hiccups here and there but for the most part we were very pleased.

Athens
* Sweet Home Boutique hotel was very small. Didn't really feel like a honeymoon stay. It was a tad bit underwhelming. We did have a nice view of the parthenon from our room so this definitely made up for the space. Also, we ran out of hot water the first night so that was a bummer. Otherwise this hotel was super cute and... read more

GREECE was a DREAM COME TRUE

Our experience in Greece was perfect, sure there were a couple hiccups here and there but for the most part we were very pleased.

Athens
* Sweet Home Boutique hotel was very small. Didn't really feel like a honeymoon stay. It was a tad bit underwhelming. We did have a nice view of the parthenon from our room so this definitely made up for the space. Also, we ran out of hot water the first night so that was a bummer. Otherwise this hotel was super cute and Aphrodite was a great hostess. Breakfast in the morning was delicious.

* Anastacios our tour guide was very pleasent! He took us through the Acropolis and was very informative. He did go off on a couple tangents and he mentioned how influencers just want to come and take pics so we felt a bit weird asking for a photo. We didn't get a chance to go to the museum. He asked if we still wanted to go but we opted not to since the Acropolis tour took so long.

*Ivis 4 Boutique Hotel - was definitely very fancy and probably the honeymoon stay we were expecting. We didn't have a nice view of the parthenon but otherwise it was very nice. It would have been nice to stay here a couple more nights.

Santorini
* Blue Dolphin was AMAZING. This definitely felt like the honeymoon stay we were hoping for. Since the moment we arrived in Santorini we were welcomed with such hospitality.

* Trail Guide Artemius, was AMAZING. He took us to Oia and took us to the Blue Domes. He asked if we wanted photos and even went as far as to take videos. All along the trail he told us about Santorini and its history. He told us about him and his family. He was such a pleasure!

* The Cruise was so much FUN. George and George were very nice!!

* Luxury Travel - i think this was the name of the driver company who took care of picking us up and dropping us off throughout our stay . Again sooo very nice and very reliable.

Hotel Reviews
Sweet Home Boutique Hotel
Athens

Sweet Home Boutique hotel was very small. Didn't really feel like a honeymoon stay. It was a tad bit underwhelming. We did have a nice view of the parthenon from our room so this definitely made up for the space. Also, we ran out of hot water the first night so that was a bummer. Otherwise this hotel was super cute and Aphrodite was a great hostess. Breakfast in the morning was delicious.

Authenticity & Character
Location
how close we were to the Acropolis and The Placa
Staff
Aphrodite and everyone else was super nice.
Cleanliness & Comfort
we ran out of hot water. Otherwise very clean and nice.
Blue Dolphins
Firostefani, Santorini

Blue Dolphin was AMAZING. This definitely felt like the honeymoon stay we were hoping for. Since the moment we arrived in Santorini we were welcomed with such hospitality. The view from our room was unreal!

Authenticity & Character
everything was soo sweet
Location
Perfect view every morning.
Staff
Very hospitable
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean!
Ivis 4 Boutique Hotel
Athens

Definitely the fancy hotel we stayed at in Athens. Very nice!

Authenticity & Character
Location
near the Acropolis and The Placa
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Hiking at the Edge of Caldera
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
LS Catamaran Cruise ECNM
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ancient Athens (Acropolis & National Archaeological Museum)
Athens
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Didnt get to go to Archeological museum
Transport
Reservation at Oia Gefsis (no meal included - only a reserved table)
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Nov 29, 2022

Geia sou Dalia!

Thank you for the time to leave a review with your feedback on your experience here in Greece with us.

I am actually shocked to read that you ran out of hot water in the Sweet Home Boutique hotel. This is the first time anyone ever had any complaints about staying in this hotel. I will definitely give them a call to find out what happened and thank you for pointing that out.

I am very pleased that your overall experience was nice and that you enjoyed your tours.
I will... read more

Geia sou Dalia!

Thank you for the time to leave a review with your feedback on your experience here in Greece with us.

I am actually shocked to read that you ran out of hot water in the Sweet Home Boutique hotel. This is the first time anyone ever had any complaints about staying in this hotel. I will definitely give them a call to find out what happened and thank you for pointing that out.

I am very pleased that your overall experience was nice and that you enjoyed your tours.
I will talk with Anastasis to see what exactly happened and you did not manage to get to the Archaeological Museum. Maybe it was due to the National strike in Greece on that day?

Anyway, thanks again for trusting us with your trip planning. I would love to assist you with your next trip to Greece and show you some more great spots of my country - this time hopefully no strikes will take place! :D

Take care and always have fun!

My very best,
Angela

Mainland Greece and Crete
Greece | Nov 3 - Nov 13, 2022

Isabel
Isabel G.
Jacksonville, FL | Reviewed on Nov 23, 2022

Our trip to Greece was wonderful thanks to Angela and her team. From our drivers Alexander and Nicolas we received a personalized treatment. They were attentive to our needs and took us to local places where we savored local Greek cuisine and experience the culture of the place. Our tour guides were very knowledgeable and provided us with interesting facts in every site. Crete was a beautiful and vibrant island that is worth visiting. Our trip to Santorini was canceled last minutes and... read more

Our trip to Greece was wonderful thanks to Angela and her team. From our drivers Alexander and Nicolas we received a personalized treatment. They were attentive to our needs and took us to local places where we savored local Greek cuisine and experience the culture of the place. Our tour guides were very knowledgeable and provided us with interesting facts in every site. Crete was a beautiful and vibrant island that is worth visiting. Our trip to Santorini was canceled last minutes and Angela assisted to build a different itinerary in mainland Greece. The last five days of the trip were awesome and we visited Corinth, Olympia, Delphi and Meteora as well as many small villages. Thank you Angela for all your help, and a promise we will come back to the islands 😀😀

Hotel Reviews
Legacy Gastro Suites
Heraklion
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Theatro Hotel Odysseon
Kalabaka
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Grand Hyatt Athens
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amalia Hotel Olympia
Ancient Olympia, Ilia

This hotel has a great location. The rooms are very basic and wore down. It lacks basic amenities in the room like a iron or a quality blow dryer. It is an old hotel in a great location that has not being renovated in decades. Beds were not confortable either. Breakfast was good and convenient. I will give then a max of 3 stars

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amalia Hotel Delphi
Delphi

This hotel has a great location. The rooms are very basic and wore down. It lacks basic amenities in the room like a iron or a quality blow dryer. It is an old hotel in a great location that has not being renovated in decades. Beds were not confortable either. Breakfast was good and convenient. Rooms look neglected with black marks in the linens. I will give them a max of 3 stars

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Corinth & Epidaurus Tour with overnight in Olympia
Greece

This is a magical place. Its wonders amaze me and I love it. Our tour guide was exceptional .

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Knossos Palace & Authentic Crete with Local Experiences
Greece
Ancient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach
Greece
Olympia Tour & Transfer to Delphi
Greece
Delphi Guided tour & overnight Kalabaka
Greece
Discover Meteora and return to Athens
Greece
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Nov 23, 2022

Geia sou Isabel!

Thank you so much for leaving your review. I am thrilled that you had a great time here in Greece with us even though we had to change the plan last minute (literally the previous day!) due to the strike in Greece and your flight being canceled. :/

I am so happy that we managed to arrange things and show you a great time in mainland Greece.
I know Amalia hotels are not the best and they indeed are outdated but finding availability even in those on such short notice was a... read more

Geia sou Isabel!

Thank you so much for leaving your review. I am thrilled that you had a great time here in Greece with us even though we had to change the plan last minute (literally the previous day!) due to the strike in Greece and your flight being canceled. :/

I am so happy that we managed to arrange things and show you a great time in mainland Greece.
I know Amalia hotels are not the best and they indeed are outdated but finding availability even in those on such short notice was a miracle!

I would love to assist you with your next trip to Greece planning and this time you will see Santorini and some other awesome islands and spots. :)

Until then, take care and have fun!

My best wishes,
Angela
P.S. Happy Thanksgiving!

First but not last kimkim trip!
Greece | Nov 6 - Nov 15, 2022

Erica
Erica H.
Rochester, NY | Reviewed on Nov 17, 2022

This was my first, but not last, time using kimkim! The experience was fantastic from start to finish. Our travel guide, Angela, put together the perfect itinerary for us (2 couples celebrating our 30th anniversaries) based on our feedback and coordinated every aspect of our travel experience, making it stress-free, while also filled with private tour experiences we never would have discovered on our own. Each transfer was perfectly timed and each tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and... read more

This was my first, but not last, time using kimkim! The experience was fantastic from start to finish. Our travel guide, Angela, put together the perfect itinerary for us (2 couples celebrating our 30th anniversaries) based on our feedback and coordinated every aspect of our travel experience, making it stress-free, while also filled with private tour experiences we never would have discovered on our own. Each transfer was perfectly timed and each tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and flexible to make our trip as personalized as we wanted it to be. When we hit snags along the way (which weren't many), Angela was right there to revise the itinerary. I'm usually the one to plan our trips, so it was a real treat for me to have someone else take that on and who better than someone who knows the country and can provide more than just a "tourist's" view. Thank you, Angela, and all the amazing tour guides who made our trip so special!

Hotel Review
xenodocheio Milos 5*
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Easily walkable to all major attractions, restaurants and shopping
Staff
Friendly, helpful and attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were spacious, comfortable and well-equipped with wonderful products.
Activity Reviews
Delphi & Arachova full-day tour from Athens
Greece

Tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable and easy to spend the day with. He also brought us to a wonderful lunch spot in Arachova that we will always remember!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
LS Catamaran Cruise ECNM
Santorini

A beautiful way to appreciate the island and have an incredibly relaxing afternoon. Food was unexpectedly delicious and staff was attentive and personable.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We guide you in the Past winter tour
Greece

We almost had to miss this tour because of a flight change, but our travel advisor made it work and our tour guide made sure we saw as much as we could in our limited time. We were overwhelmed with the experience and so glad we didn't miss it. Could have spent more time at the excavation site and in the museum. Not to miss!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Knossos Palace & Authentic Crete with Local Experiences
Greece

We had a wonderful tour guide (Roxi?) at the palace and then a completely customized tour with our guide, Aleksander, who showed us sights we never would have found on our own. He definitely made the day memorable and unique.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Nov 17, 2022

Geia sou, Erica!

I'm so happy you enjoyed your time here in Greece with us and I'm really glad that I was able to assist you with your trip planning and with the small snags along the way 😊

It was a true pleasure meeting you and helping you out.

I would love to assist you with your next trip to Greece planning and show you some other amazing spots of my country.

Until then, take care and always have fun!

My very best,
Angela

Dream HoneymoOn 💕
Greece | Sep 8 - Sep 21, 2022

M
Megz W.
Overland, MO | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2022

Haiiiii Aggeliki! Apologies for the late response, October was cray, but here is our review/feedback as promised. As mentioned previously, all of our tours were fantastic! Everyone we encountered were soOoOo personable and helpful. It can be overwhelming when you’re visiting a new place so it was really refreshing to be welcomed by the locals! Thank you for being able to make last minute changes, such as adding on Naxos as well as the catamaran. We really appreciate you for taking care of... read more

Haiiiii Aggeliki! Apologies for the late response, October was cray, but here is our review/feedback as promised. As mentioned previously, all of our tours were fantastic! Everyone we encountered were soOoOo personable and helpful. It can be overwhelming when you’re visiting a new place so it was really refreshing to be welcomed by the locals! Thank you for being able to make last minute changes, such as adding on Naxos as well as the catamaran. We really appreciate you for taking care of pretty much everythaaaaang for us as it made our trip that much more smoOth sailing. Pun intended! We got to practice our Greek, hehe, you would’ve been so proud, lol!! As stated multiple times in our group chat, you’re amazeballs, and we love your personality! KimKim was so worth it because of you!! The only thing that would’ve made it better is if we all got wine together, hahaha!!! Thanks again for being SO patient with us. All the best! ~ Μεγζ και Πατρικιε <3

Hotel Reviews
Urban Frame Hotel
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Aeolos Resort Mykonos
Mykonos / Chora
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Luxus VIP Suites
Oia
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Asma Suites
Santorini
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Round Ferry Tickets between Naxos & Mykonos
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Following Ariadne’s path in Naxos (Wine, Spirits & Olive Oil Tasting)
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We guide you in the Past
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2022

Μεγζ & Πατρίκιε!

You are such a wonderful couple! It was amazing and enjoyable talking to you and assisting you with your trip. You guys are so fun!
Your level in the Greek language is astonishing! I was surprised multiple times and couldn't catch up with how fast you learn! LOL!
Next time you visit we will arrange to drink that glass of wine and raise our glasses and say Στην υγειά μας! :D
Thank you so much for trusting kimkim, my team, and me with your honeymoon in Greece. It was amazing... read more

Μεγζ & Πατρίκιε!

You are such a wonderful couple! It was amazing and enjoyable talking to you and assisting you with your trip. You guys are so fun!
Your level in the Greek language is astonishing! I was surprised multiple times and couldn't catch up with how fast you learn! LOL!
Next time you visit we will arrange to drink that glass of wine and raise our glasses and say Στην υγειά μας! :D
Thank you so much for trusting kimkim, my team, and me with your honeymoon in Greece. It was amazing assisting you and I would honestly love to assist you again in the future when you decide to visit Greece again and see some other amazing parts of the country. :)
Until then, take care and ALWAYS have fun!

My best wishes,
Αγγελική <3

Greece vacation in October
Greece | Oct 14 - Oct 22, 2022

Mary
Mary K.
Chester, PA | Reviewed on Oct 30, 2022

Here is my honest review of Greece and our experience with Kim Kim. I will 1000% use Kim Kim to book my next trip. Angela was fanatic. All of our drivers were on time to take us from one place to the next and all of our tours and ferry tickets were handled in advance which was extremely convenient. More about the drivers below.

The weather was not great for us. Looking back we wish we went in September. There were no crowds which was amazing and we never waited for a restaurant and were... read more

Here is my honest review of Greece and our experience with Kim Kim. I will 1000% use Kim Kim to book my next trip. Angela was fanatic. All of our drivers were on time to take us from one place to the next and all of our tours and ferry tickets were handled in advance which was extremely convenient. More about the drivers below.

The weather was not great for us. Looking back we wish we went in September. There were no crowds which was amazing and we never waited for a restaurant and were wondering the streets without bumping shoulders with other tourists however it was very windy and we needed coats. It certainly didn’t ruin our time but I think a month earlier would have been less crowded but warmer!

Here are the hotel reviews:
Melo- Athens
Marta was awesome. She worked at the reception desk at the hotel. It was in a great location however it’s kind of loud at night if you’re not able to sleep with a lot of noise. It didn’t bother us but worth noting. The room is an odd shape but it worked for the 2 days we were there. It was clean! The shower was cold at night so shower in the morning! Local breakfast was good especially Frogs!
The floor in the bathroom gets really wet when you shower and the tub takes awhile to fill just an fyi

Abasa- Santorini
Tiyana and the owner were so sweet. They provided recommendations for restaurants and kindly drove us into town 1 night and to a winery another day. The room was a really nice size and the water was always hot. Tiyana recommended a restaurant in town and made us reservations and the breakfast at the property was great . The only negatives for me were the location, it was a bit of a hike all uphill into Fira and there weren’t many sidewalks. We made it work because luckily we had some tours and things so we didn’t need a car. The other downside were the flies.

Liana in Naxos
The view was the best and we got free drinks that were really great upon arrival. The downside the room was musky the people were not as friendly the breakfast was terrible the jacuzzi wasn’t hot and overall was our least favorite even though it was right in the beach. We were only here for 2 days so it wasn’t a big deal for us. I think September this would be perfect time to go because you could’ve spent alot of time on the beach and not the room. Plus more places would have been open. The town of Naxos was really great though. We enjoyed visiting and it was quick bus ride into town.

Ivis 4 -Athens
Was our favorite. Sooo clean the food and drinks were both fantastic and the room was modern, functional and clean. The only negative for me was the bed wasn’t super comfy but I could look past that given the other bonuses. The hotel had a gym unlike other hotels. It was in great location was still a little loud but less than Melo. The bartenders and servers were all fantastic. The breakfast was the best!!

Overall the drivers were good and all were on time. I would give all but 2 of them a 10/10. Our first driver was a little lost in Athens so I had to navigate for him. It was a long travel day and he kept doing laps of the city which was getting a little frustrating. The other driver was after our catamaran cruise in santorini. He was flying on all the windy roads and changing music and I think he had 2 friends with him during the drive. Everyone else no complaints.

Restaurants / tours
In Athens we went to dopios which was amazing. The popcorn shrimp was fantastic.

We did the Greek mythology tour and our guide Magda was wonderful. She remembered all of our names and was so insightful on the history of the city and mythology.

Santorini we really liked all the coffee/ espresso we had. Do not get smoothies at the hungry donkey though and for dinner we liked kokkalo. The villages tour was great because we got to see a lot of the island. It was probably our least favorite of the 4 we did but we still enjoyed the sightseeing. The catamaran cruise at sunset was awesome but towards the end the water was choppy so if you get seasick just know it’s a long tour but worth it if you don’t mind being on the water!

Naxos was the cutest. I high recommend the taste of Naxos tour. We learned alot of about the island and were able to taste local cheeses, liquor and foods. Our guide George was also wonderful. 10/10 experience.

Thank you to the Kim Kim team for all your help! I would recommend working with Angela to anyone looking to go to Greece! Looking forward to planning our next trip with Kim Kim soon.

Hotel Reviews
MELO Athens
Athens

Great location. Clean. A little loud at night. Great staff.

Authenticity & Character
Clean room. Kinda quirky
Location
Right in the action, close to the city square
Staff
Awesome!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean.
Abasa Suites
Santorini

The room was great and spacious.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It was a walk into town(all uphill!) and limited sidewalks. We made it work but we warned.
Staff
The team and Abasa is amazing.
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was clean but there were flies everywhere which was weird. The rooms were comfortable.
Liana Beach Hotel & Spa
Naxos

The hotel was in a great location. The rooms have a really musky smell, the staff was meh, and breakfast wasn’t good.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Beautiful views of the beach
Staff
They were fine nothing special
Cleanliness & Comfort
Smelled weird and found a toenail on the floor when we arrived.
Ivis 4 Boutique Hotel
Athens

Best hotel we stayed in. Very cool vibes the rooms were functional, water was always hot and the location was great! The drinks at the bar were fantastic and so was the breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Cute and trendy vibes
Location
Great spot!
Staff
Everyone was so nice!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean
Activity Reviews
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

Everything was great minus the weather for us!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santorini Traditional Villages tour
Greece
Quality of Experience
It was cool but probably our least favorite of the 4 tours we did.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Santorini

Loved this but it was a bit long for some who experience sea sickness.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mentioned in previous post the driver on the way back was driving very crazy!!!
Naxos Old Town Flavors
Greece

This was our favorite tour. George did a fantastic job!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Nov 01, 2022

Hi Mary!

I am so happy that you had a nice time here in Greece with us and I am extremely happy that I was able to assist you with everything.

I truly appreciate your feedback and always take every feedback seriously. I will contact the transfer offices and let them know about your complaints about the drivers. This is definetely not common but it is good to know any issues that occure so we can handle them and make sure they won't occur again in the future so thank you for pointing these... read more

Hi Mary!

I am so happy that you had a nice time here in Greece with us and I am extremely happy that I was able to assist you with everything.

I truly appreciate your feedback and always take every feedback seriously. I will contact the transfer offices and let them know about your complaints about the drivers. This is definetely not common but it is good to know any issues that occure so we can handle them and make sure they won't occur again in the future so thank you for pointing these out. :)

As for the weather you were kind of unlucky! The past week was extremely sunny, less windy and with temperatures up to 28 degrees Celsius!

I would love to asssist you with planning your next vacation in Greece in the future and show you some other great islands and hidden gems of my country. :)

Until then, take care and safe travels!

My very best,
Angela

Angela at KimKim made planning our trip so ea...
Greece | Oct 18 - Oct 24, 2022

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Kelli S.
Hoboken, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2022

Angela at KimKim made planning our trip so easy and stress free!! The staff at White Pearl Villas in Oia were soo nice and genuinely helpful when we needed it.

The only thing we wish we could have had access to was the breakdown of cost of different things. It was hard to believe the total cost of our trip after finding out how cheap the excursions were in Greece yet our entire cost was very steep. read more

Angela at KimKim made planning our trip so easy and stress free!! The staff at White Pearl Villas in Oia were soo nice and genuinely helpful when we needed it.

The only thing we wish we could have had access to was the breakdown of cost of different things. It was hard to believe the total cost of our trip after finding out how cheap the excursions were in Greece yet our entire cost was very steep.

Hotel Reviews
White Pearl Villas
Santorini
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Good
Cleanliness & Comfort
Galaxy Iraklio Hotel
Iraklio
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
SanSal Boutique Hotel
Chania
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Local tastings
Greece
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ancient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach
Greece

We unfortunately would not recommend this tour. We spent at least 5 hours of the entire day driving from place to place. We then had to pay for the stops along the way which were not worth it. If we could change anything about our trip, it would be to not choose this excursion.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sunset Wine & Dine at Sky Dome
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2022

Hey Kelli!

Thank you for your feedback. It's truly appreciated.

I am trying to figure out how the trip pricing was steep. 🙄All of your tours were on a private basis, all your transfers on a private basis, your hotels were 4 and 5 star hotels, and we booked business class ferry tickets for your ferry transfers.
It would also be awesome if you could share some more info about what you did not like about the tour in Crete. This is actually surprising because everyone that has taken this tour... read more

Hey Kelli!

Thank you for your feedback. It's truly appreciated.

I am trying to figure out how the trip pricing was steep. 🙄All of your tours were on a private basis, all your transfers on a private basis, your hotels were 4 and 5 star hotels, and we booked business class ferry tickets for your ferry transfers.
It would also be awesome if you could share some more info about what you did not like about the tour in Crete. This is actually surprising because everyone that has taken this tour has very much enjoyed it, so giving any additional insight and info on what was so not good for you would really help me understand and perhaps my share with my team so we can make any changes to make the tour perfect for everyone.

I am very happy that you overall enjoyed your time here and that I was able to help with your trip planning. 😊

Take care and safe travels!

My very best,
Angela

Best vacation ever! Angela was very responsiv...
Greece | Sep 26 - Oct 7, 2022

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Stephanie P.
Cooper City, FL | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2022

Best vacation ever! Angela was very responsive and helped plan an unforgettable itinerary. Our guides were all fantastic, and we are most thankful for our guides we spent the most time with including Helena and Alexander. read more

Best vacation ever! Angela was very responsive and helped plan an unforgettable itinerary. Our guides were all fantastic, and we are most thankful for our guides we spent the most time with including Helena and Alexander.

Hotel Reviews
Grande Bretagne Hotel
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ananti City Resort
Trikala
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Academias Hotel, Autograph Collection
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Mystique, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Santorini
Santorini

Stunning location. Excellent service! Lots of stairs, but the staff was there to help with bags, making things manageable.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Blue Palace Elounda, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete
Agios Nikolaos
Authenticity & Character
Location
A bit far for the tours we scheduled. But if you are looking to relax, this is a great place!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
The Delicious Athens Food Tour
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Plaka Sunset Walking Tour
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Best of Ancient & Modern Athens
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Wonders of Mainland Greece Delphi Day 1
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Wonders of Mainland Greece Meteora Day 2
Greece
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
All time classic Santorini
Greece
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner at Oia Gefsis, Oia
Greece
Quality of Experience
Local tastings
Greece
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
East Crete Secrets Off the Beaten Track: Through the Eyes of Locals
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Western Crete - Six Senses Mosaic & Venetian Rethymno
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Greek Wedding Show
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2022

Stephanie!
I am super happy that you enjoyed your time here with us.

Saying "Best vacation ever" definitely puts a smile on my face and pleases me deeply!
Now I have to beat that and show you an even better time when you decide to visit again! :D

It was a true please assisting you and making sure you get the best out of your time in Greece.

Thank you so much!

My best to both you and Mary,
Angela

Gorgeous Greece
Greece | Sep 26 - Oct 7, 2022

Dr. Steven
Dr. Steven W.
New Orleans, LA | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2022

A group of 6 spent 12 nights together in Greece.

Angela curated a beautiful trip and we took her advice on where to go and what to do. I’m glad we did. We would have missed out on many beautiful things and experiences that will live with me for a lifetime.

Thanks so much for your help, Angela! She was available the entire time- like traveling with a friend. read more

A group of 6 spent 12 nights together in Greece.

Angela curated a beautiful trip and we took her advice on where to go and what to do. I’m glad we did. We would have missed out on many beautiful things and experiences that will live with me for a lifetime.

Thanks so much for your help, Angela! She was available the entire time- like traveling with a friend.

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Oct 12, 2022

Hi, Dr. Steven!

I am really happy that you had a great time and encountered experiences you will carry for a lifetime!
I would love to show you more awesome spots in Greece in the future.
And maybe next time we can meet up too!

It was a true pleasure assisting you with everything and yes, you do have a friend in Greece now. :)

My best,
Angela

Family anniversary trip to Greece
Greece | Sep 25 - Oct 7, 2022

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Barbara W.
Lincoln, NE | Reviewed on Oct 09, 2022

Angela was the consummate vacation planner! She was very attentive to our family preferences while making multiple recommendations that could enhance our trip. Once in Greece, we were extremely happy with our boutique hotel accommodations in Athens (Sweethome Hotel), Santorini (Atrina) and Crete (Creta Blue Boutique Hotel & Suites). Our day trips with private guides and drivers gave us incredible experiences. Demetrius, our guide for Delphi and Corinth, was fantastic. In Crete, we... read more

Angela was the consummate vacation planner! She was very attentive to our family preferences while making multiple recommendations that could enhance our trip. Once in Greece, we were extremely happy with our boutique hotel accommodations in Athens (Sweethome Hotel), Santorini (Atrina) and Crete (Creta Blue Boutique Hotel & Suites). Our day trips with private guides and drivers gave us incredible experiences. Demetrius, our guide for Delphi and Corinth, was fantastic. In Crete, we throughly enjoyed our time with our guide, Alexander and driver George. In summary, I can say that communication with Angela was timely and thorough before our trip began and while we were there. I highly recommend KimKim and Angela!

Hotel Reviews
Sweet Home Boutique Hotel
Athens

Lovely boutique property in historic Plaka. Convenient location. Aphrodite and Alexia were fabulous hosts. Delicious breakfasts and clean rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Clean hotel and comfortable beds.
Location
Easy walk to surrounding area
Staff
Staff were friendly and helpful!!
Atrina Canava 1894
Santorini

Loved Atrina property in Oia! Concierge service and mornings breakfasts served on our private balconies. Brilliant views of village and the sea.

Authenticity & Character
Lovely and uniquely designed rooms. Very clean plus Private balconies. Pools too cold to swim.
Location
Ideal location. Gorgeous views and sunsets.
Staff
Staff very professional and ready to assist.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean. Comfortable beds.
Creta Blue Boutique Hotel
Hersonissos

A lovely surprise for the end of our trip. The attention to detail and design is surpassed only by the lovely disposition of George and his staff. The restaurant offered a variety of items and traditional dishes with unique twists. We loved it!!

Authenticity & Character
All of it. Lovely daily quotes on sheets announcing daily specials from the restaurant.
Location
Location, views of Aegean Sea!
Staff
Guests are treated like family.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were very comfortable. Property very clean.
Activity Reviews
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

Good tour. Marina did a nice job.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Delphi & Arachova full-day tour from Athens
Greece

Very interesting tour. Glad we made the time!

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Loved our private tour. Guide (Demetrius) and driver (Nikos) were excellent!
Transport
We would have preferred a different van. We are a tall family and we sat knee to knee facing each other for the rides to and from Delphi. Not comfortable for longer van rides. In contrast, our vans in Crete were very comfortable.
Mycenae & Ancient Corinth Full-Day Tour from Athens
Athens

Fascinating sites! Enjoyed this shorter day trip after our full day in Delphi.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Larger or different van would have improved our experience.
Local tastings
Greece

The Anhydrous wine tasting and cooking class were a highlight in Santorini.

Quality of Experience
Food
Loved the cooking class and eating our dishes afterward.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport company (Luxery travel) in Santorini were wonderful. Met us at the ferry with champagne and gift box of island goodies.
Transport
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Santorini

Appreciated the company changing days due to the weather so we could optimize our experience. Sunset was hazy with humidity but te view was beautiful regardless! Food on cruise was delicious!

Quality of Experience
Food
Good prepared on boat was delicious!!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Everyone was fantastic.
Luxuries of Mirabello with Spinalonga and Agios Nikolaos
Greece

Appreciated the trip on the highway and seeing the villages. Wish we had allowed a 1/2 day to hang on the beach. Didn’t realize Santorini beaches wouldn’t be more accessible. More time in Crete would have been good.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Loved Alexander and his driver, George. Snami travel was very reliable.
Transport
Cave of Zeus & Knossos Palace with Lassithi Plateau
Greece

Tour was good!! The restaurant below the cave of Zeus was fabulous! We had a lovely experience at the pottery place.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
All time classic Santorini
Greece
Quality of Experience
Quality of Experience
Food
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Oct 10, 2022

Geia sou Barbara!

Thank so much for your feedback.
I am honestly very happy that the whole family enjoyed the reunion holiday in Greece.

I would love to assist you with your next trip to Greece planning. There are so many spots I would like to show you 😀

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to meet up and meet your family while you were here. Hopefully we will manage to meet during your next visit or when I visit the USA near your state 😊

Until then take care and safe travels!

Thank you!

My warmest wishes to all,
Angela

Angela did an amazing job. Our trip was a highlight of our life!!... thankfully Dave and Terry Hughes
Greece | Sep 26 - Oct 7, 2022

Terry
Terry H.
Henrietta, NY | Reviewed on Oct 09, 2022

Angela did an amazing job. Our trip was highlighted by the wonderful guides there. Helaine was so thorough with a delightful voice and beautiful stories. We started our adventure with the Acropolis and many stories of the mythology surrounding it. We ventured toward Delphi and so much that surrounded. Started one day at a small mountainside farm in Meteora for coffee and sweet spoons, lunched with locals for lamb cooked over coals of an open fire, ended at a family winery. In between... read more

Angela did an amazing job. Our trip was highlighted by the wonderful guides there. Helaine was so thorough with a delightful voice and beautiful stories. We started our adventure with the Acropolis and many stories of the mythology surrounding it. We ventured toward Delphi and so much that surrounded. Started one day at a small mountainside farm in Meteora for coffee and sweet spoons, lunched with locals for lamb cooked over coals of an open fire, ended at a family winery. In between there were Monasteries on top of bluffs, a wonder and marvel to see. Churches being restored, icon art being created and some of the history of the Greek people! Athens was wonderful as well, walking the streets and markets, tasting the flavors. Christina was also a delight reading the Greek coffee grounds, and showing us the sights old and new. The street art there was a special walk scattered with updated housing, shops and markets.
Santorini was a magical place, the Mystique was enchanting! Don't miss Mia's Tia next door, its a special drink! The sunsets at Oia and shops were wonderful. We loved cooking and tasting at the winery. An uncovered ancient city and red sand beaches were a highlight as well as, a seaside lunch at the black sand beach. We ended our time at an outdoor show of Greek family Wedding!
Crete was a magical, lovely area and we managed to visit the eastern and western areas with Alexander. Eastern was a special river area with pomegranate and Bay leaf trees. We visited a family olive farm and saw the working of it and tasted the delicious harvest. We enjoyed old monasteries and nunneries with lovely hand made jewelry and beautiful scenery. We saw 13th century monasteries preserved, and ended our day with the most tasteful meal cooked outside over hearth and stone oven! The western area we visited a lovely town being restored
and the valley of the 5 virgins. We hiked and saw ancient Sycamore trees, beautiful gorges and abandoned monasteries, still visited by local people. We ended our day in a local tavern with spring fed waterfalls and fresh trout. Delicious!

Hotel Review
Grande Bretagne Hotel
Athens

Lovely hotel with a wonderful pool side lunch area! Close to everything you want to see. Concierge very helpful an knowlegable.

Authenticity & Character
decor was stunning
Location
walk to town restaurants and shops
Staff
massage was perfect!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
room was beautiful!
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Oct 09, 2022

Terry and Dave!

I am soooooo happy to read what a wonderful time you had! My team and I are thrilled you consider your trip a lifetime highlight 😀

I would love to assist you with planning your next vacation in Greece. There are lots more I'd love to show you which I'm sure you will love too.

Until then take care and have fun!

Safe travels.

My warmest regards,
Angela

We had the most amazing time in Greece! We sr...
Greece | Sep 16 - Sep 27, 2022

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Claire M.
Wauwatosa, WI | Reviewed on Oct 04, 2022

We had the most amazing time in Greece! We sre so thankful to Angela!! She was so helpful, responsive, and really went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Booking through KimKim with Angela was a seamless process. It was a trip of a lifetime and I am so thankful!

Claire read more

We had the most amazing time in Greece! We sre so thankful to Angela!! She was so helpful, responsive, and really went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Booking through KimKim with Angela was a seamless process. It was a trip of a lifetime and I am so thankful!

Claire

Hotel Reviews
Thirea Suites & Studios - Adults Only
Oia, Santorini
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Happy Cretan Suites
Malevizi, Crete
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Urban Frame Hotel
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Local tastings
Greece
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sunset Wine at Sky Dome
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Your Tailored Elafonisi Escape: Cretan Dream Where Time Doesn’t Exist
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cave of Zeus & Knossos Palace with Lassithi Plateau
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The Ultimate Athens Food Tour
Athens
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Oct 04, 2022

Claire and Nick!

I am so happy you had a wonderful time here in Greece and that my team and I were part of making that happen.

I would love to assist you with your next trip to Greece planning. There are so many great places to see and things to do!

Until then take care and always have fun and be happy!

My warmest wishes to you both,
Angela

I have a new favorite country!
Greece | Sep 8 - Sep 20, 2022

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Matthew G.
Lexington-Fayette, KY | Reviewed on Sep 21, 2022

I contacted kimkim on March 23, 2022 and Angela promptly responded. Just as she did for the coming months and throughout our vacation. I laid out the kind of trip we wanted and Angela put it together perfectly, working within our budget to maximize our experience. In Naxos we stayed at a small family run hotel, in Santorini we had a fantastic Caldera view, and in Athens we were steps from the Acropolis. All were amazing! We went sunset sea kayaking and took and catamaran cruise in... read more

I contacted kimkim on March 23, 2022 and Angela promptly responded. Just as she did for the coming months and throughout our vacation. I laid out the kind of trip we wanted and Angela put it together perfectly, working within our budget to maximize our experience. In Naxos we stayed at a small family run hotel, in Santorini we had a fantastic Caldera view, and in Athens we were steps from the Acropolis. All were amazing! We went sunset sea kayaking and took and catamaran cruise in Santorini! We have memories that will last a lifetime! Angela was there every step of the way to help plan, advise, and navigate the planning and travel process. It was a truly fantastic experience!
Thank you Angela!

Hotel Reviews
Sweet Home Naxos
Naxos

Small family run hotel. Great breakfast and location. And the absolute nicest owners. The best hospitality I've ever had.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Thirea Suites & Studios - Adults Only
Oia, Santorini
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Urban Frame Hotel
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Discover Scuba Diving in Naxos
Naxos
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sunset Black Waters Sea Kayak
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private transfer from Athens int. Aiport to Hotel
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Beat the Crowds Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2022

Frances and Matt!

I am truly very happy that you had a great time here in Greece and that my team and I were able to assist you with anything you needed.

It has been a true pleasure talking to you and putting your trip together. I would love to assist you with your next trip to Greece planning 😊
There are plenty of other amazing places for you to see here.
Until then take care and safe travels!
Best,
Angela

Angela helped my wife and I plan the most ama...
Greece | Sep 5 - Sep 15, 2022

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Alex G.
Port Washington, NY | Reviewed on Sep 17, 2022

Angela helped my wife and I plan the most amazing honeymoon. She was able to direct us to islands that fit exactly what we were looking for. From the very first time we stepped foot in Athens, everything was taken care of for us. Our driver was waiting there for us with our name on a sign. He was prompt for every pick up and very friendly. Our first hotel in Athens was in a great location, right near Plaka. She also booked us on a small group tour that took us around the main sites in Athens.... read more

Angela helped my wife and I plan the most amazing honeymoon. She was able to direct us to islands that fit exactly what we were looking for. From the very first time we stepped foot in Athens, everything was taken care of for us. Our driver was waiting there for us with our name on a sign. He was prompt for every pick up and very friendly. Our first hotel in Athens was in a great location, right near Plaka. She also booked us on a small group tour that took us around the main sites in Athens. From there, we went to our first island, Milos. Angela suggested this island from our little questionnaire that we filled out on Kim Kim. We were looking for something that was different from your typical islands. It had beautiful beaches, amazing people, and the hotel we stayed in, Eirianna, was delightful and charming. When I was planning this part of the trip, we went back-and-forth about different excursion options, and she was able to find exactly what we were looking. We did a very small group, boat tour and a private food tour of the island. Both of those tours were absolutely amazing and a must do in Milos.
Our last and final stop was in Santorini, again helping us find the perfect small little hotel, with stunning views of the caldera. She helped us not only book a local tour, but also helped us rent a car that was dropped off right outside of our hotel. She coordinated all of our transfers to the airports, ferries, hotels, restaurants, and tours. We literally did not have to think about one thing. That is exactly what we were looking for! She was responsive the entire trip and always checked in to make sure we were having the best time ever. If you were thinking about going to Greece, you must work with Angela. She is responsive, accommodating, easy to work with and prompt. Overall, this was one of the best vacations we have ever been on. I cannot recommend her and Kim Kim enough.

Hotel Reviews
Urban Frame Hotel
Athens

This hotel is in the perfect location if you want to walk around and see all the major sites in Athens. The rooms are tiny, but you are barely in the rooms anyway. It is a five minute walk to Plaka and the acropolis. The staff was very friendly, and the rooms were clean. The breakfast that they provided was also great.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Walking distance to all the shops, restaurants and sites we needed to see.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was very clean, and the bed was comfortable, the rooms were a little small.
Eiriana Luxury Suites
Milos

This hotel was absolutely perfect. Its charm was felt the minute you pulled up. The owner came out and met us when we pulled in. Her and her staff were attentive, kind, responsive, and would work with you to make sure you were having the best time ever. The hotel was located five minutes away from Plaka in Milos. You could easily walk there at night for dinner and shopping. It had beautiful views on either side of the island. The breakfast was wonderful and brought to your little outdoor area every morning. They went out of their way to make sure you were having an exceptional time. The owner gave us recommendations on where to go and what to do in our free time.

Authenticity & Character
A little luxury boutique hotel that had such charm, and you could tell the owner and staff paid attention to every little detail.
Location
Walking distance to plaka, easy to go, grab dinner and shop
Staff
AMAZING!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Spitia Tzitzi
Caldera, Santorini

We sat on our outdoor area every single night! This hotel was in a prime location, and the room and outdoor space itself was spacious. The little hot tub was amazing to sit in when we came home from exploring the island. It was in a perfect location, close to Imerovigli, which had the most stunning views of the caldera. The gentleman who ran the property was responsive and helped us with recommendations.

Authenticity & Character
Outdoor area was stunning
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ivis 4 Boutique Hotel
Athens

Great location and amazing breakfast!! Room was spacious and clean

Authenticity & Character
Location
In the heart of all the bars and restaurants in Athens
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

This tour was the perfect length of time. We hit the major sites and the tour guide tied in mythology and how it related towards the different periods of time in Greece. It definitely put a fun spin on seeing the different sites, as they are all tied together.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Hi
Transport
Round transfers to Adamas port
Milos

On time and fit all our luggage

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Rib Boat 8.5m Rib boat //300hp engine round of Milos - 8 pax max
Greece

This boat tour was wonderful because we were able to see the Chi sites, go swimming for at least 30 minutes in each area, and the tour guides were friendly, and took us on a snorkeling adventure as well. The group was a perfect size, not too big, and not too small where it wasn’t economical. They provided light snacks that were all homemade. They even sent us photos that they took of us while we were on the boat, snorkeling, and from their drone.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Staff was friendly and knowledgeable
Transport
Milos Food Tour
Greece

You must do this!! Not only did we have amazing food from around the island, we also got a private tour, exploring the different villages and towns around Milos. Our tour guide was from Milos and you could tell how much he loved the island. The food was so delicious and filling, actual full portions.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santorini Traditional Villages tour
Greece

Nice way to see key parts of Santorini

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2022

Geia sou Alex!

Thank you so much for your time to leave a review.

I am honestly extremely happy that my team and I were able to meet your expectations and help with planning a memorable honeymoon in Greece.

It was a true pleasure meeting and talking with you.
I would love to assist you with your next trip to Greece and show you some other amazing parts of Greece.

Until then take care and have fun!

My warmest regards to both,
Angela

The Trip of a Lifetime Finely Polished to Near Perfection
Greece | Aug 16 - Aug 31, 2022

Arlen
Arlen F.
Colorado Springs, CO | Reviewed on Sep 03, 2022

This was the trip of a lifetime. Angela worked through the details of our itinerary with us, tweaking it as we customized it. She was extremely responsive.

Alexis was a fabulous guide, allowing us to change our plans and then showed us a number of sights that fed our archaeological hunger that were off the beaten path.

Janne was a great driver and turned out to be a wonderful guide on his own as he got us from our hotel in Athens to Delphi and Meteora and back to Athens. He gave us a... read more

This was the trip of a lifetime. Angela worked through the details of our itinerary with us, tweaking it as we customized it. She was extremely responsive.

Alexis was a fabulous guide, allowing us to change our plans and then showed us a number of sights that fed our archaeological hunger that were off the beaten path.

Janne was a great driver and turned out to be a wonderful guide on his own as he got us from our hotel in Athens to Delphi and Meteora and back to Athens. He gave us a nice bit of color along the way.

Nicole gave us a tour of Therassia with lots of local information and history. The tour was a bit of death march up hills and stairs, but we saw wonderful caves, a beautiful church, and tasted local figs and plants along the way and got the triumphal sprig of rosemary when we reached the pinnacle!

The one thing I would recommend is doing the tour of Athens and the Acropolis+museum in two four hour days. Or waiting until you have fully recovered from the jet lag. It was more than a bit of a death march and, by the afternoon at the museum, we all felt it was interesting, but just wanted to lie down.

I highly recommend this kind of tour. It was private, just the three of us, and even though the tour guides have an agenda, which gets in the way of in depth exploration, every moment was orchestrated to give us the highest and most comfortable experience possible (except when marching, but that is easily adjusted for in the future).

I will never go on a tour with a large group after this experience and I will definitely use KimKim again for my next trip.

Hotel Reviews
Sweet Home Boutique Hotel
Athens

This was a great hotel, tucked into a narrow street. It is family-owned and the rooms are comfortable. The breakfasts are a wonderful display of local foods (who knew Nescafe was so good?) and the staff gracious and helpful. The view from the room was surprising. We were on the top floor and when I first looked out, I just saw another building, but a closer look revealed the backside of the Acropolis, just across the way! Wonderful. Plus, there is a gramophone museum in the basement.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Abelonas Retreat
Santorini

This is a lovely retreat with a view of the ocean from the top of a hill. The rooms are generous with a little sink and some dishes as well. Breakfast is served individually and we ended up eating on the courtyard every morning to enjoy the view before the sun got too hot. The foods were amazing and tasty. The coffee press was excellent and the selections were wide and tasty. The pool was nice and we enjoyed it immensely after slogging over the sights. It was a quick walk down the hill to any number of tasty restaurants. The food in Greece was very good. I never had a bad meal there.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Sep 04, 2022

Geia sou Arlen!

Thank you for your feedback and time to leave a review.

I am really very happy that you had a great time here in Greece with us and that my team and I were able to fulfill your expectations 😊

Also glad you discovered Nescafe and you liked it! Lol!

I would be delighted to assist you in planning your next vacation in Greece sometime in the future. I'm sure there are plenty of spots you'd fall in love with. 😍

Take care and have fun!

Give my best to the girls 😀

Warmest regards,
Angela

Trip o f a Lifetime!
Greece | Aug 11 - Aug 20, 2022

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Greg E.
Chaska, MN | Reviewed on Aug 23, 2022

Our trip to Greece was amazing. Angela helped me through the booking process and checked in on us during our trip to make sure everything was going well and as planned. This was the first time we'd used a travel service and tour guide, but will not be the last. It was extremely well planned and hit everything that we wanted to see as well as a few extras from our amazing tour leader Giannis Machairas.

I really can't stress enough how much I would recommend Giannis as a tour leader to... read more

Our trip to Greece was amazing. Angela helped me through the booking process and checked in on us during our trip to make sure everything was going well and as planned. This was the first time we'd used a travel service and tour guide, but will not be the last. It was extremely well planned and hit everything that we wanted to see as well as a few extras from our amazing tour leader Giannis Machairas.

I really can't stress enough how much I would recommend Giannis as a tour leader to anyone that likes to have fun even during the boring parts of the trip like driving. We really made a friend for life there.

The mountains and oil trees were amazing and literally everywhere. Delphi was my favorite spot to visit. The ruins were amazing and the view is like none other. The Acropolis and Acropolis museum was also amazing to see in person. The sheer size they used to build stuff at thousands of years ago is astonishing.

I was on the fence about using kimkim as we had never used a travel agency, but they (Angela) did an amazing job and I would highly recommend them. There is nothing that I would change about our trip except maybe make it longer!

Hotel Reviews
Urban Frame Hotel
Athens

Small but clean and well kept. Right in Plaka, so you don't have to go far to shop or sight see.

Authenticity & Character
Cute and small, like I'd expect in Athens.
Location
In Plaka, walking distance to anything.
Staff
Friendly and spoke great English.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean.
Mystras Grand Palace
Sparta

This hotel is amazing and the view is equally amazing.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Next to the mountains, beautiful.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amalia Hotel Olympia
Ancient Olympia, Ilia
Nidimos Hotel
Delphi
Monastiri Guesthouse
Kalampaka - Meteora
Olympus Mediterranean
Dio-Olympos
Sweet Home Boutique Hotel
Athens
Activity Reviews
Castle Town of Mystras Tour and drive to Olympia
Greece
Olympia Tour & Transfer to Delphi
Greece
Delphi Guided tour & overnight Kalabaka
Greece
Visit the Meteora Rocks and Monasteries & transfer to Litochoro (Mt. Olympus)
Greece
Discover Mount Olympus & Dion - transfer back to Athens
Greece
Plaka Sunset Walking Tour
Greece

This was a good initiation to Athens with Coco. He did a great job explaining where stuff was and the history behind it.

Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece
The Ultimate Athens Food Tour
Athens
Corinth, Epidaurus & Mycenae Tour with overnight in Sparta
Greece
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Aug 23, 2022

Hi Greg, and family!

I'm so happy that you had a great time here in Greece and Giannis from our team was so amazing with you and you've made a great new friend in Greece. 😊

I will be looking forward to assisting you with your next trip to Greece planning!

Until then take care and have fun!

My warmest wishes,
Angela

Angela was very knowledgeable and very helpfu...
Greece | Aug 3 - Aug 11, 2022

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Kevin H.
Stonecrest, GA | Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022

Angela was very knowledgeable and very helpful. She kept in contact with us and even arranged last minute schedule changes for us. Very pleased with entire experience. read more

Angela was very knowledgeable and very helpful. She kept in contact with us and even arranged last minute schedule changes for us. Very pleased with entire experience.

Activity Review
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

Very good tour. Interesting throughout.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Aug 16, 2022

Hey Kevin!

Thank you for your feedback. I truly appreciate it.

I am very happy that your family had an overall pleasant experience here in Greece with us. 😊

I would love to assist you in planning your next vacation in Greece and show you some amazing places and hidden gems.

Until then take care and have fun!

Thanks again!

My very best,
Angela

This trip couldn’t have been possible without...
Greece | Jul 19 - Jul 28, 2022

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Britt & Greg C.
Short Pump, VA | Reviewed on Aug 08, 2022

This trip couldn’t have been possible without Angela at KIMKIM! Her expertise, knowledge, attention to detail and communication was top notch. Our family vacation was the perfect mix of activity and relaxation…in Crete, Santorini, and Athens. The accommodations were all different and lovely for our family of five. Transportation between locations and for excursions were perfectly planned with no missteps. Alexander did a great job with our all day private tour of Crete. Highly recommend! He’s... read more

This trip couldn’t have been possible without Angela at KIMKIM! Her expertise, knowledge, attention to detail and communication was top notch. Our family vacation was the perfect mix of activity and relaxation…in Crete, Santorini, and Athens. The accommodations were all different and lovely for our family of five. Transportation between locations and for excursions were perfectly planned with no missteps. Alexander did a great job with our all day private tour of Crete. Highly recommend! He’s fun, funny, full of expression and knows Crete intimately. The catamaran swim day/sunset cruise in Santorini was a must and amazingly beautiful. Our accommodations here were a favorite…we could see the sunrise, sunset and the sea from our balcony!!! The Athens ancient history ruins and mythology tour was super informative and something we will never forget. We can’t wait to go back to explore more of the Greek Islands. We would recommend KIMKIM to help plan your next bucket list getaway and Angela specifically if you are going to Greece!

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Aug 09, 2022

Britt and Greg, geia sas!

It was a true pleasure talking to you and assisting your family with the planning of your vacation here in Greece.

I am so happy that you enjoyed your time with us and I would absolutely love to assist you with your future trip to Greece so you can discover more beauties and amazing spots.

You are a great and beautiful family and seeing the smiles on your faces in the pictures you shared with me was very rewarding for me. 😊

Until next time, take care and always have fun!

My warmest regards,
Angela

Our first trip to Greece!!
Greece | Jul 5 - Jul 14, 2022

Braedon
Braedon G.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022

Angela was fantastic to work with! She was there the whole way to help with any issues we had or anything we needed changed! It was an amazing trip overall, all the hotels we stayed in felt super safe and were in good areas. If anyone is wondering if they should do a sunset catamaran in santorini, it is a MUST!!! It was beautiful!! I would definitely suggest working with Angela to friends. Thank you soo much for all the help and our amazing trip to paradise :) read more

Angela was fantastic to work with! She was there the whole way to help with any issues we had or anything we needed changed! It was an amazing trip overall, all the hotels we stayed in felt super safe and were in good areas. If anyone is wondering if they should do a sunset catamaran in santorini, it is a MUST!!! It was beautiful!! I would definitely suggest working with Angela to friends. Thank you soo much for all the help and our amazing trip to paradise :)

Hotel Reviews
Belle epoque suites
Athens

It was a nice hotel! Very clean and the elevator was really cool. Was also very central which was nice since we walked everywhere.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Artion Boutique by Enorme
Iraklio

Loved this hotel!! The staff were amazing and helped us find how to get where we needed to go. Breakfast was always amazing. Would definetly recommend this spot.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Short walk to tourist areas and restaurants
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
BEST SHOWERS EVER
Sigal Villa
Santorini

The staff here were the most genuine from our whole trip. What this hotel lacks in location to fora and oia it more than made up for with in the hosts. They were so friendly and we loved the sunrise and sunset from the pool area!! Great morning reading spot

Authenticity & Character
Location
Too far to walk to other spots on the island
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ivis 4 Boutique Hotel
Athens

Loved the restaurant being in the hotel and the hotel was very clean and overall a great place to stay in athens

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

We were with costa and it was an amazing tour. He was super knowledgeable and I felt like he was really enjoying himself as we walked around. All the architecture was absolutely jaw dropping

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We had to find our own way back to the start
Your Tailored Elafonisi Escape: Cretan Dream Where Time Doesn’t Exist
Greece

Dimitrus!!!!!!! Our driver Dimitrius was the best part of this event! We had a great time learning about the island and laughing with our driver! The beach was cool but I loved seeing the whole island on the drive more!!

Quality of Experience
Need more time at the beach
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Santorini

This was the highlight of the whole trip!! The sunset was stunning and the ride around the island and swimming was a dream.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jul 28, 2022

Hey Braedon!

Thank you so much for your review and your kind words.
I am super happy that you guys had a great vacation and enjoyed your time here with us.
It was a pleasure assisting you all the way. You are a very sweet couple!
Awesome pics by the way!

I would love to assist you with your next Greece vacation planning and show you some other amazing spots of my country. 🙂

Take care and always have fun!

My warmest regards,
Angela

Greece is Amazing!!
Greece | Jul 11 - Jul 22, 2022

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Hari S.
India | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022

Greece is a destination spot for a lot of folks around the world and planning a trip with all the traveling and scheduling details is a huge and daunting effort. Angela made that effort look so seamless and easy that I had to pinch myself as to whether I am truly in Greece vacationing and enjoying to the fullest. After the initial consultation session to show our interests she put together a trip plan that suited our needs. Every step of the way, we had drivers or tour operators waiting for... read more

Greece is a destination spot for a lot of folks around the world and planning a trip with all the traveling and scheduling details is a huge and daunting effort. Angela made that effort look so seamless and easy that I had to pinch myself as to whether I am truly in Greece vacationing and enjoying to the fullest. After the initial consultation session to show our interests she put together a trip plan that suited our needs. Every step of the way, we had drivers or tour operators waiting for us to show us beautiful Greece. The most stunning places were in Santorini and Crete, again the tours completely catered to what our needs were and it was the most amazing experience. I wish for my future travels, we can use Angela, but unfortunately she is travel advisor for Greece only. So for my future travels, I will most definitely use kimkim and hope to get another Angela to make our vacation the most memorable one.

Hotel Review
Sole d'oro Luxury Suites
Santorini

Highly recommend this hotel. The staff and owners were so amazing people and treated us like family

Authenticity & Character
Location
Stunning and breathtaking views
Staff
Extremely friendly and treated us like family
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022

Hello Hari and family!

Thank you so much for your kind words! I am truly touched. :)

I hope to be part of your next vacation in Greece and show you some more amazing places in my country. You are such a kind and lovely family and it was a pleasure talking with you and assisting you with everything.

I am so happy that you enjoyed your time here and that I was able to make this family vacation a memorable one!

Until our paths meet again, take care and have fun! :)

My warmest regards,
Angela

Easy trip planning to Greece thanks to Angela via Kimkim
Greece | Jul 5 - Jul 15, 2022

Amanda
Amanda S.
Cupertino, CA | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2022

We just came back from our 12-day trip to Greece. It was our first time trying out Kimkim as I had limited time to plan it and wanted to see so many things during the trip. Angela, our local specialist was amazing to work with. She created an initial trip plan and made multiple changes to it based on my feedback to make it a truly custom fit for us. We were able to book some parts of the trip ourselves whenever it made more sense (e.g using my own hotel points for a few days of accomodation).... read more

We just came back from our 12-day trip to Greece. It was our first time trying out Kimkim as I had limited time to plan it and wanted to see so many things during the trip. Angela, our local specialist was amazing to work with. She created an initial trip plan and made multiple changes to it based on my feedback to make it a truly custom fit for us. We were able to book some parts of the trip ourselves whenever it made more sense (e.g using my own hotel points for a few days of accomodation). I really like this flexibility. Plus it was really easy to do the back and forth through Kimkim platform. During the trip, Angela kept in touch with us through Kimkim and provided reminders of upcoming tours, took care of rebookings when there was a museum that was closed on the day, etc. She provided peace of mind during our trip and she was very prompt in responding to any inquiries I had. Overall very happy with the service Angela provided. Thank you!

Hotel Review
MELO Athens
Athens

Great location, it was 20 mins walk to most major landmarks in Athens and great restaurants. It's on a street with a busy nightlife that last till 2AM and at night you have to walk through some hookah lounges to get to the hotel. So may not be the best option for families with small kids. Great helpful staff. No complaints. Minor gripe is they don't provide hair conditioner. I thought it should be standard in all 3* and above hotels. I had to buy my own. And

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Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2022

Hey Amanda and family!

Thank you so much for your feedback.

I'm truly happy that you had a nice time here in Greece and that I managed to be helpful in any way you needed me to be. 🙂

It was really nice working with you too and taiorling your trip.

I would love to assist you with your next Greece vacation planning 😀

Until then take care and always have fun!

Safe travels!

My warmest regards,
Angela

We had a magical trip to Greece!
Greece | Jun 29 - Jul 12, 2022

Veronika
Veronika S.
Merrick, NY | Reviewed on Jul 13, 2022

We had a magical trip to Greece thanks to Angela at KimKim. We loved every minute from the ancient ruins in Crete to kayaking in Lefkada to the beautiful sunsets in Santorini. She figured out every detail and ensured we knew where we needed to be and when. The entire planning process was easy and we felt very well taken care of.

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jul 13, 2022

Geia sou Veronika, geia sou Erick! :D

I am truly very happy that you had a wonderful time here in Greece with us!

Thank you so much for your kind words. It was great working with you and making sure you get your dream vacation and I am thrilled that you eventually did. :)

I would love to assist you in planning your next vacation in Greece and showing you some other amazing parts of my country.

Until then, take care and always have fun!

My warmest regards to both,
Angela

KimKim gave us the luxury experience we desired.
Greece | Jun 5 - Jun 19, 2022

Jake
Jake T.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Jun 29, 2022

Now that we've found KimKim, we won't go it alone again. We had the luxury of enjoying our vacation without a care in the world. Angela ensured we were in good hands from when our plane landed to when we returned to the airport 17 days later. Angela checked in on us and sent us important reminders during our trip, so we never missed a beat. Several times we raised our glasses and said, "Yamas Angela!"
Our trip was well planned. She listened to our needs and gave us multiple options, so we... read more

Now that we've found KimKim, we won't go it alone again. We had the luxury of enjoying our vacation without a care in the world. Angela ensured we were in good hands from when our plane landed to when we returned to the airport 17 days later. Angela checked in on us and sent us important reminders during our trip, so we never missed a beat. Several times we raised our glasses and said, "Yamas Angela!"
Our trip was well planned. She listened to our needs and gave us multiple options, so we felt in control. Thankfully when we thought we were too tired for an experience and contacted her to bail, she convinced us not to drop it. She was right every time. Here are some of the tours we LOVED:
Food Tour on Milos with our guide Michael. As a native, he had loads to share. He also owns a nightclub, Fiki. When we visited, he treated us like gold. Ask for the Spicy Salad - a drink to remember.
Janos was our guide when we sailed and explored Kimilos Island. We appreciated his relaxed style, and the service plus lunch was five-star.
Private sailing on Milos was a true highlight, thanks to the captain, crew and challenging winds. We sailed to coves and caves you couldn't get to otherwise. The crew brought plenty of wine and songs and played guitar as we sailed into the sunset.
If you go to Naxos, TAKE THE DISTILLERY AND OLIVE TASTING TOUR. Promponas Distillery brings more to the table than you will ever anticipate. Third-generation owner, Katerina, is all heart. Get ready for the good stuff.

Hotel Reviews
Urban Frame Hotel
Athens

We are giving this five stars for location; they are 6 minutes from everything. That was our running joke anyway because we never had far to walk. The neighborhood is delightful. The staff is helpful. There is coffee available in the room. Breakfast is served at 8 am, so if you have early plans, include a stop at the nearby bakery/ coffee shop before you go.

Tips for future travelers

Be patient when the staff tells you to close all the windows and wait 30 minutes for the air to kick on. It works!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Ostria Hotel
Milos

It lacks a view so we have to give it only 4 stars. The staff is fantastic. The rooms are more spacious than most boutique hotels. I liked that there was space to hang our clothes to dry.

Authenticity & Character
Location
You'll need to walk down a narrow main road to get to town.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Vigla Hotel
Amorgos

Perfect place to stop in the middle of a long trip. You don't need to leave the hotel for a fantastic dinner with a view, poolside drinks, excellent hospitality, laundry service, and rooms with luxury amenities. It's a crazy ride to get there, but you won't get anywhere on Amorgos without such experience. The village is charming. Every meal will fill you up, and still, you'll ask for more.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Views!!!!
Staff
They are very personable and happy to stop to say hello.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Taki's Guests
Naxos

It's a family business, and they are eager to please. When it comes to the included breakfast, forget trying to tell them you're full. They firmly believe the way to a customer's heart is through the stomach. The harbor, town, bus stop, and nearby beaches were close by. We wanted for nothing. The online pictures are accurate.

Tips for future travelers

Don't be afraid to ask for anything you need because they are eager to help.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Central but our window was on the street.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sweet Home Boutique Hotel
Athens

Excellent location. Very welcoming. The best view of the Acropolis.

Tips for future travelers

Take the stairs at least once to get a greater appreciation for the building. Beautiful! Stay on the 4th floor with the view if you can.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

The guide was very informative. You will find yourself standing a lot. It's a large group tour so expect the obvious. We are glad we did it when we first arrived in Athens.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Cape Sounio & The Athens Riviera Sunset Tour
Greece

This was an average tour but might have been better if buildings hadn't been closed or stops missed. Our guide and driver were as interesting as the tour. The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center was closed and the mirror pool was not as impressive as the photos. We were not able to get close to Lake Vouliagmeni but did manage to see it from a lookout point. I think we would choose to go there for the day instead of the tour. I don't remember "Enjoy a selection of meze (Greek tapas) and a drink at a seaside tavern" but we did get a fabulous recommendation for one in the city. The sunset was pretty at the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. Our guide new where to take the money shot.

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Transport
Full Day Boat Tour Unique Sailing Experience to Agistri Moni Aegina
Greece

As good as it gets for a large group tour. The food and people were good. The island visits touristy and the beaches are not so pristine. Be ready for crushed rock, not sand. My husband loved his first jump in the sea. We had fun.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Milos Food Tour
Greece

If you go to Milos, you must go on this tour. It's a fantastic way to understand the history of this island and appreciate its history. Yes, I am still referring to a food tour. We cooked fish in the sand, ate fresh goat cheese, and ended with island wine. Our tour guide, Micheal, was the bomb. Request Michael if you can, as he is a local and owns a cocktail and wine bar called Fiki. He's an incredible host, as were all the establishments we visited along our tour.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Sailing Tour Around Milos (Catamaran from Adamas)
Greece

This was one of the biggest unexpected highlights of our trip. I can't believe we almost canceled it due to the winds. The boat was just the right size for the six of us and the 2 person crew. They sailed with the winds and took us to places only small sailboats could go. The waters were crystal clear. We sailed through caves where the water's turned purple. We found white rock cliffs to jump from into the incredible coves. The food was okay but the drink was plenty. It kills me that I can not remember the name of the fabulous woman who served as shipmate and guide because she also entertained us with song. The captain shared his guitar and let us play while we all say. He played a few beautiful songs and sang with our guide. I am so sorry I can not remember their names. You could not ask for a more memorable Greek sailing tour.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kimolos Tour from Milos
Greece

This was a cool reprieve and a lovely day at an incredible secluded beach. If it's any indication of the beauty, there were a number of $M Private Yachts off the coast, but no cruise ships!!!! We love this island, its history, and the very special community that keeps it alive. Janas (sp) was our guide. He was extra laidback and allowed us to guide our own exploration and ask questions. Its a tiny island worth honoring.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover the Secret Amorgos (Kato Meria)
Amorgos

We're giving this a five-star rating only because our guide added the monastery upon request. The tour was not overwhelming, but the guide shared many interesting facts about this sleepy, somewhat untouched island. The island is a diamond in the rough, and we hope it stays that way. We recommend it WITH a stop at the monastery.

Quality of Experience
Food
Order a bit of everything including wine.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The Foodie Tour
Amorgos

We particularly appreciated the tour through the village of Langada. The stop at the bakery at the end was a nice finish. It's not Amazing but recommended if you want to know a little more as you explore.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Following Ariadne’s path in Naxos (Wine, Spirits & Olive Oil Tasting)
Greece

An absolute must. It was only two stops but well worth it. Our driver Spyros was funny. Katerina, the owner of the distillery, was a generous host. We could have spent another hour there but had to leave for the Olive Oil Tasting. We could have passed on the Oil Tasting; it was touristy and deserved three stars.

Quality of Experience
The distillery tour
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ask for Spyros
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 30, 2022

Geia sou Jake!

Thank you so much for your time and the great review!

I am soooo happy that you had a great time here and that I was able to be part of it. 😀

I would truly love to assist you with your next Greece vacation planning!

Yamas, Tuschinski's and Cholko's! 😃🥂

My warmest regards,
Angela

Mindblowing trip to Greece!
Greece | Jun 13 - Jun 20, 2022

Oksana
Oksana A.
Jacksonville, FL | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2022

We went to Athens, Meteroa, Milos, and Santorini and I can honestly say this was one of the best experiences of my LIFE. Angela and KimKim took care of everything! We had private transfers to everything, which at first I thought we could do without, but Angela insisted they were a good idea and boy was she right! It was so nice to not have to worry about how we would get to everything since we didn't rent a car and driving in Greece looked so crazy!

Our absolute favorite spot was Milos!... read more

We went to Athens, Meteroa, Milos, and Santorini and I can honestly say this was one of the best experiences of my LIFE. Angela and KimKim took care of everything! We had private transfers to everything, which at first I thought we could do without, but Angela insisted they were a good idea and boy was she right! It was so nice to not have to worry about how we would get to everything since we didn't rent a car and driving in Greece looked so crazy!

Our absolute favorite spot was Milos! Seriously we are in love. The island was incredible, our hotel was gorgeous and every person we interacted with was so kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. We rented a quad to get around the island and saw SO much, beautiful, out of this world beaches, the incredible cliffsides of Plaka, everything! We even got to go kayaking around the southern side of the island and got to snorkel through caves! No way we would've had this same experience without Angela and KimKim's help!

My husband and I took over 700 photos throughout the week long trip and all of them look like they're straight off a travel blog!

We have friends who invited us to go on a trip to Spain with them next year and we will ABSOLUTELY be recommending/ begging them to use Kimkim!

Hotel Reviews
Sweet Home Boutique Hotel
Athens

Room was pretty small but we barely stayed in with everything to do in the city! The staff was extremely helpful and accommodating, we loved staying with them! Thank you to Aphrodite and her staff for the wonderful experience!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to the Acropolis (less than a 10 minute walk)!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Semiramis Guesthouse Milos
Milos

Hands down our favorite hotel we stayed at in all of Greece! The staff was so kind and helpful, we loved the list of recommendations we got upon check in and used most of them! The breakfast is HUGE, it felt like sitting down with my family for a big homecooked meal. And the room: GORGEOUS. I felt so luxurious!

Authenticity & Character
Location
less than 3 minutes to the main town center, 7 minute quad ride to Sarakiniko Beach, Plaka, everything!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Alizea Villas & Suites
Santorini

This hotel was beautiful and we really appreciated having the pool on the hotter days. However, check in took almost an hour as it seemed like the receptionist took the time to verbally list out every single thing we could do on the island. I wouldn't have minded this as much, but we hadn't been given our room key yet and had just gotten off a very long and rough ferry ride, which we explained to them kindly, to try to move the process along. The main reason for this low review though is that on our last night in the hotel, an employee entered our locked room while we were sleeping to remind us of our airport transfer in the morning, even though we (through our travel agency) were the ones who arranged it. This was really inappropriate and honestly put us on edge the rest of the night. The hotel rooms do not have phones so I understand why they didn't call, but entering a guests room is extremely inappropriate and made us feel very unsafe.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
14 Reasons Why
Athens

Such a cute and funky little hotel in the heart of Athens! Loved the whole aesthetic of the hotel and our room was spacious and fun! The absolute best part though was the food!!! This hotel is also a brunch place and as hotel guests, you get 20% off their menu. We arrived a little early for check in so decided to get some food while we waited and oh my god. Instagram worthy, healthy, fresh food! And very affordable! The best part??? The breakfast that is included with your hotel is.the.same.breakfast!! So you get very high quality food to start off your day. We ended up sandwhiching our time in Athens around our trips to the islands, so we stayed at a different hotel on the way in and we talked so much about how we wish we had gotten to stay at this place longer. Absolutely loved it!

Tips for future travelers

Its a bit farther from the acropolis than other places but very close to metros, great restaurants and a whole host of other Ancient sites!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Beat the Crowds Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Greece

Loved that this tour was focused on the myths and culture behind the Acropolis and Parthenon, rather than the architecture like all the signs were. Our kind was very friendly and knowledgeable! We ended up going to the Acropolis again on a different day to just take our time walking around but the name "Beat the Crowds" tour is no joke! Great experience!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Escape to theTomato Industrial Museum Bike tour
Santorini

The ride over to the Museum was beautiful! I loved seeing all the beaches and cliffs, and the electric bike made it a very smooth ride! Our Guide was also extremely nice and was very helpful for us getting started with the bikes! That being said I feel like the description of this activity was very misleading. It wasn't really a "tour" per say, more of a "follow the leader to your destination" as we didn't stop anywhere along the route to talk or take pictures of anything. The Tomato Museum was interesting and the tomato juice and paste we got to try were incredible! The activity description said we would get to "Seal our own tomato pulp" which we were so excited for such a great souvenir, especially after tasting everything! However, in reality, you sealed your own *empty* can with a tomato label, which was a bit disappointing. Finally, the activity description said on our way back from the Museum we would stop at Vlychada Beach where we would "get to quench your thirst with light refreshments at the beach bar". This is very misleading. We were able to take a few pictures of the beach from where we parked the bikes before heading into the Museum, but then pretty much packed up and left immediately on the return. There was no stopping for refreshments. We went straight back to the starting point. The frustrating part, is the route you take to the museum is FILLED with amazing looking restaurants and beach bars where my husband and I would've LOVED to stop in at, but as soon as we made it back to the starting point, our transport was there to take us back. We did not get to explore or experience any part of the beach, other than riding past it.

Quality of Experience
More stops for pictures and information, update the description of the activity to be more accurate.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was awesome! SO nice!
Transport
Maybe don't schedule things so tightly together, I would've like to had time to explore after our bike ride but instead we had to leave immediately.
Sea Kayak in Milos
Greece

BEST THING WE DID IN GREECE! Our guides were amazing, so fun and knowledgeable! We went through rock formations, caves, tunnels, absolutely amazing time! They took just enough breaks both on the water and off at different sites for us to be able to keep up! An awesome surprise was that we got GoPros to take all the videos and pictures with that we wanted even underwater, I can't wait to get them back! Truly an amazing family run business as we even got 2 homemade snacks per person from the guides mother (that were AMAZING). I would absolutely do this again and recommend it to everyone I know!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Athens to Meteora day trip by scenic train ride!
Athens

LOVED seeing these beautiful cliffs and monasteries! The pictures we got look like they are straight out of National Geographic. The tour guides were so fun and incredibly knowledgeable, pointing out all of the details we could've wanted, including a fun Game of Thrones photo Point! The only reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 was that based on the activity description, I wasn't aware the monasteries each had their own entrance fee or that most of them only took cash. There was one monastery we didn't get to go in because there were no atms at the top(and we didn't know to stop closer to the bottom), which was really disappointing because it was one of the biggest ones! We spent the time taking beautiful pictures of the surrounding areas though. The train ride is also a little rough and long but overall a beautiful trip!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Train ride home was delayed by over an hour with no explanation as to why.
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2022

Geia sou Oksana!

Thank you for all your feedback and insights. For sure they are very helpful. :)

I am happy that you had an overall nice experience in my country and that I was able to help with that. :)

Looks like you have your hands full with going through so many photos! :P
But I am sure that the process will be very exciting and nice.

Thank you once again for trusting my team and me for your vacation in Greece. It was a true pleasure meeting you and working with you on this.

I... read more

Geia sou Oksana!

Thank you for all your feedback and insights. For sure they are very helpful. :)

I am happy that you had an overall nice experience in my country and that I was able to help with that. :)

Looks like you have your hands full with going through so many photos! :P
But I am sure that the process will be very exciting and nice.

Thank you once again for trusting my team and me for your vacation in Greece. It was a true pleasure meeting you and working with you on this.

I would love to assist you with planning your next vacation to Greece, this time to some other amazing hidden gems of my country. :)

Until then, take care and always have fun! And safe travels!

Best,
Angela

Perfect Vacation in Greece thanks to Angela & KimKim
Greece | Jun 6 - Jun 17, 2022

Logan
Logan K.
Forney, TX | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2022

Our trip was absolutely amazing thanks to Angela, we were able to experience a variety of activities, check off our bucket list items, and make changes to the tip when needed.

Some of our favorite activities:
-Athens Mythology tour, our tour guide was Denai (I may have spelled that wrong) and she was INCREDIBLE! There was not a question she couldn't answer, the tour was at a great pace and 10/10 would do it again.
-Sarakiniko in the morning - Love that we were able to add this in, the... read more

Our trip was absolutely amazing thanks to Angela, we were able to experience a variety of activities, check off our bucket list items, and make changes to the tip when needed.

Some of our favorite activities:
-Athens Mythology tour, our tour guide was Denai (I may have spelled that wrong) and she was INCREDIBLE! There was not a question she couldn't answer, the tour was at a great pace and 10/10 would do it again.
-Sarakiniko in the morning - Love that we were able to add this in, the 1.5 hours in the morning was perfect, no crowds, it wasn't too hot, and gave us just the right amount of time to explore, jump, and take pictures
-Milos sailing tour, even with the stop changes we had a lot of fun and we loved the group we were with :D
-The Milos food tour was also fantastic with Giannis and gave us so much insight into the island. ----The Santorini kayak tour was also amazing
-All time classic Santorini tour with Katie (Katy?) was so informative, and we have told everyone about Akatori.

Our 2 least favorite activities honestly have nothing to do with the activity, and more of just our over commitment took away from the experience:
Athens food tour, the tour was great but after the 5 hour walking tour that morning, another 5 hour walking tour a few hours later probably wasn't our best idea (But once again this was on us, the tour was great, we were just a little too tired to enjoy it fully)
Santorini catamaran sunset tour - It was great, but I think we would have enjoyed some more time in Fira or Oia, instead of being on the boat. If we hadn't also done the Kayak tour I think we would have enjoyed this more but we loved the kayak tour more than this one.

Milos was definitely our favorite island and experience as a whole, everywhere we went on the island was a great time from laid back Pollonia, picturesque Plaka, the historic catacombs & theatre, to the variety of beaches, we already want to go back.

All of our hotels & car services were wonderful and made the trip run so smoothly. We will definitely recommend KimKim to all of our friends and family!

Hotel Review
Mirabeli Apartments & Suites
Milos

Mirabeli was the perfect place to stay in Milos, walking distance to all of Pollonia, clean facilities, and Vassilis will truly make you feel like family.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2022

Hey Logan!

Thank you so much for your feedback, I truly appreciate it. :)

I am really, really happy that you had a great time here in Greece.

You indeed had lots of tours and probably got tired at some point but look at the bright side - you saw soooo many things in each location! I know Milos was your highlight (obviously after leaving Paros to get back there :P )!

I am truly glad that you enjoyed the tours, hotels, and transfer services.
I would love to see you back in my country... read more

Hey Logan!

Thank you so much for your feedback, I truly appreciate it. :)

I am really, really happy that you had a great time here in Greece.

You indeed had lots of tours and probably got tired at some point but look at the bright side - you saw soooo many things in each location! I know Milos was your highlight (obviously after leaving Paros to get back there :P )!

I am truly glad that you enjoyed the tours, hotels, and transfer services.
I would love to see you back in my country sometime in the future and help you organize another amazing adventure here in Greece with other amazing locations, plus Milos for a few days! LOL

It was a true pleasure to work with you and assist you with everything. You guys are one amazing couple!

Take care and always have fun!

My very best,
Angela

P.S. it's Danae :)

We had such a great time visiting Greece. Our...
Greece | Jun 8 - Jun 19, 2022

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Jan C.
Rohnert Park, CA | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2022

We had such a great time visiting Greece. Our agent, Angela was amazing. She booked us for exactly what we wanted and was always available to answer questions. I would highly recommend to anyone wishing to travel to use Kimkim! read more

We had such a great time visiting Greece. Our agent, Angela was amazing. She booked us for exactly what we wanted and was always available to answer questions. I would highly recommend to anyone wishing to travel to use Kimkim!

Hotel Review
Vigla Hotel
Amorgos

Amazing hotel! It’s a little remote but the staff and food were amazing!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2022

Hey Jan! Geia sou!

I am really happy to read that you had a great time here in Greece! Hope to see you back sometime in the future. :)

My best to Lisa. :)

Always have fun and take care!

Angela

Beautiful Greece
Greece | May 27 - Jun 10, 2022

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Rosemary M.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jun 17, 2022

The tours were great! Informative and interesting especially of the Parthenon and the Medieval City in Rhodes. Amber Light Villas in Santorini was simply beautiful. Greece was just amazing and we all had a wonderful time!

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 18, 2022

Geia sou Rosemary!

I am really happy that you had a great time in Greece!

Efcharistó for leaving a review 🙂

I would love to assist you with your next vacation to Greece trip planning.

Take care and safe travels!

My very best,
Angela

Wonderful experience
Greece | Jun 6 - Jun 13, 2022

Jodi
Jodi T.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 16, 2022

Every single guide was so passionate and informed and hospitable! We especially liked Alexander. He was very personable, fun and kind. read more

Every single guide was so passionate and informed and hospitable! We especially liked Alexander. He was very personable, fun and kind.

Hotel Review
Ambassador Aegean Luxury
Santorini

Incredible place! We stayed in the Presidential Villa and loved it! The breakfast provided by the hotel was wonderful with lots of different choices. The concierge was super responsive and helpful. The view is amazing and there were steps to go all the way down to the sea! This was an added bonus!

Authenticity & Character
Clean and open and charming
Location
Staff
Super helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 17, 2022

Geia sou Jodi!

I am very happy that you all enjoyed the Crete and Santorini part of your trip. :)

I would love to assist you with planning your next trip to Greece and show you some of my country's hidden gems. :)

Until then, take care, don't stop exploring, and always have fun!

My very best,
Angela

Splendors of Ancient and modern Greece
Greece | Jun 1 - Jun 9, 2022

Sara
Sara L.
Bellevue, WA | Reviewed on Jun 10, 2022

This was an amazing trip. Angela worked so hard to make sure my husband and I were able to see all the places I’ve dreamed of over the years.. we traveled with guide Dimitros and driver Nicolas for two days and with guide Vasilia and driver Panaiyotis for the other two days. All over Athens, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora—stunning. The guides were top notch, telling the stories of each place and answering every question we had. They were also delightful and fun to travel with.... read more

This was an amazing trip. Angela worked so hard to make sure my husband and I were able to see all the places I’ve dreamed of over the years.. we traveled with guide Dimitros and driver Nicolas for two days and with guide Vasilia and driver Panaiyotis for the other two days. All over Athens, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora—stunning. The guides were top notch, telling the stories of each place and answering every question we had. They were also delightful and fun to travel with.

And…Angela was fantastic!from the first email she was amazing. She actually put together four versions of this trip for us before we actually settled on the one we booked. It was perfect in every way. The hotels were fantastic and every single detail from pick up times to admission tickets to special activities were just perfect for us.

I loved working with Kimkim because I had complete control of my trip but did not need to worry about the logistics. I highly recommend it.

Hotel Reviews
Sweet Home Boutique Hotel
Athens

Location, atmosphere, incredible staff, over-the-top homemade breakfasts— stay here! It truly felt like staying with family.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
14 Reasons Why
Athens

The owners have done a fantastic job making 14 small rooms right in the heart of Athens fun and comfortable. The location is fantastic and the breakfasts will knock you over they are so creative and beautiful and delicious. Truly the best we’ve ever had.

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Location
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Olympion Asty
Ancient Olympia

This is one of the most spectacular hotels we have ever stayed in. The location is breathtaking: mountaintop with miles and miles of green hills sloping downward toward the west. The sunset was stunning. The place itself is elegant and very peaceful. The restaurant provided excellent food for dinner and a delicious breakfast buffet, all the vegetables coming from their garden. The price was surprisingly low.

Authenticity & Character
Elegant and modern.
Location
The views and quiet.
Staff
Extremely professional, accommodating, kind.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 10, 2022

Kalimera Sara!

I am so happy to read that you had a great time here in Greece and that you saw all the places that you wanted to see during your visit. :)

I am so excited that you will be taking memorable views and experiences back home with you.

It was a true pleasure talking to you and assisting you in planning your dream trip to Greece. I would be delighted to assist you with planning your next visit. We have left out some spots you must see! :)

Take care and always have fun!

Efcharisto poly! :D

My best,
Angela

Angela was great and super responsive and eas...
Greece | Jun 3 - Jun 4, 2022

Jodi
Jodi T.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2022

Angela was great and super responsive and easy to work with - even when we changed our flight to Crete last minute. Also our guide through the Acropolis was spectacular! She was super interesting and informative and kind! Drivers were always on time and made us feel safe! read more

Angela was great and super responsive and easy to work with - even when we changed our flight to Crete last minute. Also our guide through the Acropolis was spectacular! She was super interesting and informative and kind! Drivers were always on time and made us feel safe!

Hotel Review
Urban Frame Hotel
Athens

Hotel was nice. Great showers. Front desk was super helpful and kind!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Beat the Crowds Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2022

Geia sou Jodi!

Efcharisto for your review!

I am super happy that you enjoyed your short time in Athens. :)

I am more than happy that I was able to assist you with everything and help so that you can focus on having a great time and not on the logistics. :)

I am sure you will be fascinated with Crete and Santorini too!

Looking forward to your review on that part of your trip too! :)

Have fun and enjoy!

Best,
Angela

An Amazing Trip To Greece!
Greece | May 15 - May 23, 2022

Karen
Karen H.
Granite Bay, CA | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2022

Our trip to Greece was fabulous! We toured Naxos, Santorini, and Crete with the help of Angela. She was always very responsive whenever we had questions. Our day on the farm on Naxos was especially memorable. We also loved our tour of Akrotiri on Santorini. Due to weather conditions we did not get to spend the time on Crete as we had hoped. Ferries were cancelled due to high wind conditions. But Angela made sure we were compensated for our last minute cancellations. All in all, it was an... read more

Our trip to Greece was fabulous! We toured Naxos, Santorini, and Crete with the help of Angela. She was always very responsive whenever we had questions. Our day on the farm on Naxos was especially memorable. We also loved our tour of Akrotiri on Santorini. Due to weather conditions we did not get to spend the time on Crete as we had hoped. Ferries were cancelled due to high wind conditions. But Angela made sure we were compensated for our last minute cancellations. All in all, it was an amazing trip that I would highly recommend.

Hotel Review
Olia Villas & Suites
Imerovigli

This suite was exactly what we were hoping for. We had a two bedroom/two bath suite that included a jacuzzi, a steam room, a mini kitchen, and a pool on the patio that looked out over the caldera. It may not be appropriate for small children, as there were steep stairs going down to the steam room that had no gate enclosure. It is close to small grocery stores and a little lunch/dinner spot with very good souvlaki. Nice restaurants were also nearby. If you want to experience the drama of the caldera and enjoy walking, this is a beautiful hotel.

Authenticity & Character
It felt like staying in a white cave carved into the mountain. It fit the surroundings perfectly.
Location
The view!
Staff
Ionas was quick to text us back when we had questions about the room. Very friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was super clean, had comfortable beds, and all the amenities needed.
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2022

Geia sou Karen!

I am so happy to hear that your overall experience was nice despite the hiccup we had with the ferry cancelation.

I would be more than excited to assist you with your next trip to Greece and then you can spend some more time on Crete and see some other beautiful and unique islands and hidden gems. :)

Until then take care and always have fun!

My best,
Angela

We had a fabulous trip to Greece thanks to Angela
Greece | May 15 - May 23, 2022

Terry
Terry A.
Fair Oaks, CA | Reviewed on Jun 05, 2022

We had a fabulous trip to Greece! The highlight of our time in Naxos was visiting the farm and cooking with Maria and Yannis. On Santorini I particularly enjoyed visiting the prehistoric town of Akrotiri.

Angela was incredibly responsive and went above and beyond to ensure that we were extremely happy with our trip. read more

We had a fabulous trip to Greece! The highlight of our time in Naxos was visiting the farm and cooking with Maria and Yannis. On Santorini I particularly enjoyed visiting the prehistoric town of Akrotiri.

Angela was incredibly responsive and went above and beyond to ensure that we were extremely happy with our trip.

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2022

Hey Terry!

Thank you for your review and I am really happy that you had a nice time here in Greece.
Despite having a hiccup with the ferry cancellation I am honestly very happy that I was able to assist you and help you get an overall nice experience and nice memories from your visit to my country. :)

I would be delighted to assist in the future with your next Greece trip planning.

Thank you once again!

Best,
Angela

Perfect trip to Greece!
Greece | May 5 - May 21, 2022

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David C.
Hilton Head, SC | Reviewed on Jun 05, 2022

When we started planning our trip to Greece, it quickly became obvious that we would need some help. while we usually do our own planning and booking for our two trips a year, we knew we had to reach out for assistance. We found KimKim online with a solid number of good reviews and thought we would give them a try. They put us together with Angela who did a wonderful job for us. Not only did she spend an immense amount of time with us in advance going back-and-forth with options and changes... read more

When we started planning our trip to Greece, it quickly became obvious that we would need some help. while we usually do our own planning and booking for our two trips a year, we knew we had to reach out for assistance. We found KimKim online with a solid number of good reviews and thought we would give them a try. They put us together with Angela who did a wonderful job for us. Not only did she spend an immense amount of time with us in advance going back-and-forth with options and changes to our plan, but she also continued to reach out during the trip to make sure everything was going well. There were numerous ferries involved as we transferred between islands as well as a flight back from Crete to Athens at the end. She always reached out before each of these transfers to make sure we confirmed our seating on the ferries and to see if we needed anything. One of the best features provided by her was the transfers for every time we had to move. Someone picked us up at the airport and took us to our hotel, from our hotel to our ferry, from our ferry to our next hotel, etc. etc. We moved a total of five times over 18 days and the logistics worked out perfectly. I would highly recommend Angela to make your travel arrangements in Greece. She did a wonderful job, and we will reach back out to her when we return for another trip.

Also, a little unusual for us, we elected to book a significant number of tours as we wanted to make sure our time was well spent while we were there. Again, their recommendations for tours were spot on and we had a tremendous time. We saw significantly more than we normally would have if we just relied on our own means to see things. The same can be said about their hotel recommendations. We stayed in predominantly small boutique places with tremendous views and/or locations. We traveled to Athens, Naxos, Santorini and Crete. In the end, Crete turned out to be our favorite place and we spent four days total with their tour operator Alex. We saw almost all of Crete and even hiked the Samaria gorge with him. He went way above and beyond the normal tour guide. Don’t go to Crete without him!

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 05, 2022

Suzanne and David, geia sas!

And thank you so much for your kind review! I'm thrilled that you liked and enjoyed your vacation.

Alex also told me what an amazing couple you are!
I'll make sure he will be your guide on your next trip to Crete and he'll make sure to show you a few other amazing spots of his island and definitely show you an amazing time!

Looking forward to arranging your next memorable trip to Greece, soon. 😊

Efcharistó!

Angela

Angela has been front and center with any req...
Greece | May 15 - May 26, 2022

Dorothy
Dorothy P.
Dix Hills, NY | Reviewed on Jun 03, 2022

Angela has been front and center with any requests or changes that needed to be made for our trip to Greece. She had been so helpful in setting up hotels and the ferry from Santorini to Crete so it allowed us to concentrate on other important issues such as booking restaurants--which she came thru for us when we couldn't get a reservation at Oia Gefsis. She also arranged transportation for us from the airport to hotels. Essentially whatever we needed, Angela was there to help and arrange... read more

Angela has been front and center with any requests or changes that needed to be made for our trip to Greece. She had been so helpful in setting up hotels and the ferry from Santorini to Crete so it allowed us to concentrate on other important issues such as booking restaurants--which she came thru for us when we couldn't get a reservation at Oia Gefsis. She also arranged transportation for us from the airport to hotels. Essentially whatever we needed, Angela was there to help and arrange in a most timely fashion. She is the best!

Hotel Reviews
Oniro City
Athens

The hotel was located in a quiet part of Athens, yet close enough to Plaka, the oldest and fashionable in Athens. The beds were extremely comfortable as was the bedding. The bathroom was modern and the shower great. They offered a breakfast in their dining room that was included. Cheeses and hams to start, with croissants and other savory breads, freshly squeezed orange juice and coffee and then they gave you a menu for breakfast! So much food and very delicious. The folks at the desk couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. We would definitely go back again.

Authenticity & Character
It was a boutique hotel that felt warm and friendly.
Location
being near Plaka and the National Gardens and changing of the Guard at the Presidential Palace
Staff
Everyone was friendly and helpful, including waitstaff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds were to sink in and cuddle with with their high quality down blankets
Serenissima Boutique Hotel
Chania Old Town

We felt like we were living in an old restored Cretan building--I'm sure we were. They did a beautiful job in the restoration and our room felt authentic as well, with beamed ceilings and shuttered windows and thick white stone walls. The room contained all modern amenities, although it was lacking in storage for clothing, if you were staying more than a few days. We loved the location and were steps away from tons of restaurants and shops and the old harbors was not too far away.

Tips for future travelers

Tough location if you have a car as there is limited parking and then you need to roll you suitcase thru the Old Town of Chania over cobble stone walkways.

Authenticity & Character
It felt like we were living in a modernized old building with stairs taking us up to our room
Location
That it was in the heart of the Old Town
Staff
Everyone was friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms and bathrooms were kept neat and clean.
Sole d'oro Luxury Suites
Santorini

Sole d'oro was a great place to stay in on Santorini. We had our own private hot tub and the room was nice a roomy. The bathroom was this wonderful soft yellow that made you look wonderful and tanned in the mirror. The shower was in an adobe type structure that was very roomy. Because of Covid-19, breakfast was on our patio or in our room and coffee, croissants, cakes and breads came automatically and then we ordered yogurts, omelets, as well as freshly squeezed juice. Only comment is there was not enough space to put out clothing so we dressed from our suitcase.

Tips for future travelers

Parking was not the easiest, however we were at the hotel 4 nights and didn't have a problem parking in the two small lots just up the street from the hotel.

Authenticity & Character
We had a private patio with hot tub and our room just a step away
Location
We were less than a mile from Oia and enjoyed the walks back from dinners
Staff
One member of the staff was friendlier than the next. They always went out of their way to greet us coming or going.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The staff did a wonderful job keep the room neat and clean. The could have had better blankets as the ones on the bed barely covered the top of the mattress.
Legacy Gastro Suites
Heraklion

Unfortunately by the time we arrived in Heraklion, it was evening so we only had 2 nights and 1 full day here. The beds were super comfortable as was the bedding. The shower was out of AD and great. We were right across the street from the parking lot and our room, that had a balcony and table and chairs overlooked a square. You can have your breakfast there for a small additional cost.

Authenticity & Character
clean and modern
Location
close to easy walking places
Staff
everyone couldn't have been more helpful and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
the room was always neat and clean.
Activity Reviews
Best of Ancient & Modern Athens
Greece

Our tour to the Acropolis in Athens was hindered by an heat episode on my part so the trip was reorganized and we spent a good part of the day in the Museum seeing the Parthenon and Acropolis thru Eleni's adept descriptions and commentaries, it was close to actually being there. Eleni made the tour enjoyable and educational. Regrettably we spend so much time in the museum, where it was cool and where there was less concern for my "health", that we missed part of the food tour that we were really looking forward to. That said, Eleni made sure we got our souvlaki and Loukoumades, that was super delicious.

Quality of Experience
me
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Unexplored Culture of Santorini
Greece

The tour we took in Santorini was a bit of a waste-the Unexplored Culture of Santorini. We went to a tomato factory that is no longer used and we were given a recorded tour thru the factory. Since cherry tomatoes were not in season, there was nothing to see in the fields. Our guide Yannis was full of information as he lived thru the earthquake of 1956 and had many stories and those including the tomato factory that was under a few feet of mud . We then went to the Symposion for the music part of the tour. It was run by a fascinating and talented couple who renovated the property from wine making to music making. They were a fascinating couple but we would have preferred hearing Greek music from our talented host instead of making our own "pan" musical instrument.

Quality of Experience
a better description of the tour so to better make a decision as whether we would want to do it
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide and folks at the Symposion.
Transport
East Crete Secrets Off the Beaten Track: Through the Eyes of Locals
Greece

Our eastern Crete tour was the best. Alex was an incredible guide who was so knowledgeable about everything Crete. Our driver was also engaging and full of knowledge about olive trees and all things growing. We went on this tour with 2 other lovely ladies that made the trip that much more interesting. We checked out all different plants growing on the side of the road that were used for cooking or for medicinal uses. Alex took us to a remote restaurant, where mostly locals eat and we had the best meal in our visit to Crete! Everything was prepared in wood burning ovens and they were able to accommodate us as vegetarians, with the most incredible roasted vegetables, stuffed peppers and sautéed herbs and greens from the 6,000 varieties in Crete-they had wood roasted lamb and goat for the carnivores They made their own wines which were part of the meal and delicious, as well as home made cheeses. We stopped at a gorge, where we went thru a flowing stream only to come out to the most amazing view. We have many pictures from this spot. We went to an old monastery that was run by nuns, where they gave us cookies and allowed us to wonder their beautiful and zen spot. There was a small store where the nuns sold things that they made.

Quality of Experience
everything we saw!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
both Alex and Yannis made the tour so very interesting. Once we dropped off the ladies, it was still at least 30min back to hotel but Alex was such an interesting person that he kept us enthralled with his stories and photos as he deep dives and has some wonderful underwater photos.
Transport
it was a comfortable luxury 9 passenger car/bus.
Western Crete - Six Senses Mosaic & Venetian Rethymno
Greece

Our last tour with Nicolas and the driver, Yannis was a lot of fun. We visited a super cool herb farm, where they had hundred of jars of herbs, teas and special soaps, as well as gardens where a lot of it was grown. We spent a lot of time choosing soaps and herbs that were so reasonably priced. We had drinks on the veranda before we departed to a beautiful gorge that we could not access due to the last smaller earthquake that cut off easy access. The roads along with way were filled with pink and white flowers with the snow capped mountains in the background. Nicolas took us to a part of Crete where you can see both the Agean and Libyan Seas. We visited Monasteries in both eastern and western Crete that were beautiful as they were historic, We had lunch in tavern that was surrounded by running streams and you can drink the water right from the stream! The lunch as delicious grilled fish, tzatiki and another Greek speciality that we'd never had before that was phenomenal! We also went to a Monastery from where the monks got into soldiers gear to help fight off the German's in WW2. We later visited a monument celebrating their fight.

Quality of Experience
the sights that we visited.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
their love of Crete
Transport
9 passenger luxury van that was cool and comfortable
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2022

Geia sas, Dorothy and Ken!

I am so happy that you enjoyed your vacation in Greece and that I was able to be part of that. 😀

It was a true pleasure talking to you both and helping you however and whenever needed.

I would be thrilled to assist you with your next trip to Greece in the future and show you some other amazing spots of my country.

Take care, have fun, and safe travels!

My best,
Aggeliki 😀

Mother-daughter take on Greece
Greece | May 21 - May 31, 2022

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Maria T.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Jun 02, 2022

This was our first time using kimkim and we had a great experience. Angela was so helpful and very responsive! She listened to what we wanted and planned accordingly, also suggested a few things which was great. Everything was well planned...from landing to departing, drivers on time, guides on time, our hotels were great and our tours were so much fun. Thank you Angela for being a great planner and for your great communication skills. read more

This was our first time using kimkim and we had a great experience. Angela was so helpful and very responsive! She listened to what we wanted and planned accordingly, also suggested a few things which was great. Everything was well planned...from landing to departing, drivers on time, guides on time, our hotels were great and our tours were so much fun. Thank you Angela for being a great planner and for your great communication skills.

Hotel Reviews
Anna Maria Mykonos Hotel
Mykonos

We absolutely loved this place. It's centrally located and the staff was very helpful, room was clean and bed was comfy.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Centrally located
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
14 Reasons Why
Athens

One of the cutest hotel we've ever stayed in. My teen loved it! I wish we could have stayed longer.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jun 09, 2022

Maria! What a sweet and amazing person you are, really!

It was my true pleasure to help you with your trip to Greece! And I am so happy that you had a nice time here.
I will be thrilled to assist you on your next Greece adventure and discovery. :)

Until then take care and always have fun!

Geia was from Greece!
Angela

Holiday in Greece - Athens, Santorini and Crete
Greece | May 15 - May 26, 2022

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Ken P.
Dix Hills, NY | Reviewed on May 27, 2022

In 2020 we had planned a two week vacation in Greece, but Covid delayed our plans. Dec 2021 we decided to get started planning again. My wife and I enjoy food, wine and seeing ancient sites so we planned Athens, the ancient town of Akrotiri on Santorini and the island of Crete. A friend of ours worked with Angela and so we asked her to help arrange our tours and transportation to and from the airport.
In Athens, our guide was Eleni and she did a great job in showing us the archeological... read more

In 2020 we had planned a two week vacation in Greece, but Covid delayed our plans. Dec 2021 we decided to get started planning again. My wife and I enjoy food, wine and seeing ancient sites so we planned Athens, the ancient town of Akrotiri on Santorini and the island of Crete. A friend of ours worked with Angela and so we asked her to help arrange our tours and transportation to and from the airport.
In Athens, our guide was Eleni and she did a great job in showing us the archeological museum and Plaka. We walked on our own in Plaka and near the Acropolis.
On Santorini, our guide was Yannis who showed took us on a tour of the old towns from Oia all the way to Akritiri. There is great wine in Santorini which comes from grapes which grow in the islands volcanic soil. On our own walked through Oia, Fira and down to the lighthouse at Akrotiti, and we had wine tastings at Aroma Avlis (where we also had an incredible dinner the night before) and Sigalas Winery. We skipped some of the bigger wineries but there are maybe 20 more on Santorini.
On Crete, which is filled with olive groves, Alexander showed us the Eastern part of Crete with a visit to an olive oil factory and we toured as far south as the Libyan sea. Nikolas and our driver Thasos took us on a tour of the western part of Crete from Chania over the mountains to the south overlooking the Libyan sea. On our own we walked through the old towns in Heraklion, Chania and Rethimno.
We rented a car on both Santorini and Crete so the days after the tours we drove to some of our favorite places. The Minoan archeological site in Akriti and the Archeological museum in Chania were among our favorites and should not be missed.
I think guided tours are a great way to get a feel for a place when you have limited time, but you also need time on your own to explore. We had four organized tours which was perfect.

Hotel Review
Oniro City
Athens

Fabulous hotel, walking distance to old town in Plaka and the Acropolis. While in an old building, hd interior of the hotel was completely redone with a fabulous shower, bed and pillow. We had a great dinner at Frankie, 1/2 block away.

Location
Great non touristy restaurants, but close enough to Plaka.
Staff
Super friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bed and pillow was smazing
Activity Review
East Crete Secrets Off the Beaten Track: Through the Eyes of Locals
Greece
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Jul 05, 2022

Geia sas Dorothy and Ken!

I am glad you got back home and took so many memories and images from Greece with you!
I am truly happy that you enjoyed your time here and that the tours met your expectations.

My whole team and I were excited to have you with us on this 12-day trip of yours and we will be thrilled to welcome you back sometime in the future and show you some other amazing well-known and hidden gem places!

Until then, take care, have fun and safe travels! :)

Best,
Angela

5 great nights in Athens and the Greek Islands
Greece | Apr 19 - Apr 24, 2022

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Praveen S.
Redmond, WA | Reviewed on May 05, 2022

Angela from Greece Adventure Trips organized our trip at short notice (just a few weeks). She was prompt, friendly, and figured everything out. She organized all of our travel within Greece and it went flawlessly.
Our trip started with an evening in Athens where we stayed in the Elektra Metropolis hotel (wow --- great location right in Plaka with great street walks and just 10 mins walk to the Acropolis). That evening, we did a walking tour of the Acropolis with the most amazing guide (Alex... read more

Angela from Greece Adventure Trips organized our trip at short notice (just a few weeks). She was prompt, friendly, and figured everything out. She organized all of our travel within Greece and it went flawlessly.
Our trip started with an evening in Athens where we stayed in the Elektra Metropolis hotel (wow --- great location right in Plaka with great street walks and just 10 mins walk to the Acropolis). That evening, we did a walking tour of the Acropolis with the most amazing guide (Alex --- he is a trained archaeologist and he taught us so much in just two hours, great story teller, friendly and kind -- Alex also gave us great information on what to do during the rest of our Greece trip). I think we should have spent another day in Athens but I had been insistent we should spend most of the trip in the islands. Next time!
The next morning, we took a ferry from Piraeus to Naxos. Very scenic few hours, though very crowded on the ferry because it was the easter week. On Naxos, I think we were there just about at the start of the tourist season, since many places were just opening. Our hotel 18 Grapes was a boutique resort, very laid back and luxurious. The food from the small resort restaurant was amazing --- especially the sumptious and scrumptious breakfast served with style and personal charm. We took a short taxi ride into the city to walk around, check out the stores and restaurants. On day 2, we rented electric bikes at a great place called Aurelia Bikes and biked around half the island, getting to see some of the beautiful villages in the interior. We got really lucky finding Aurelia Bikes --- they manufacture their own bikes optimized for the region. When unfortunately I got a flat tire a few miles away from the store on the way back, the owner was kind enough to come out in a truck to pick me up.
The next day we took a ferry from Naxos to Santorini. Here, Angela had booked us into the Santo Maris Luxury Suites in Oia. Ultra-fancy resort hotel and just a few minutes walk from the heart of Oia (with the beautiful views, white and blue buildings, shops and restaurants). We hadn't pre-planned this, but because it was right in the midst of easter week, the same evening the citadel of Pyrgos on Santorini had its annual celebration (which is something unique --- tens of thousands of lanterns light up this citadel on a hill) --- we got to go walk around in the midst of it and enjoy the amazing experience. The next day, we did the caldera hike from Oia to Fira (beautiful, picturesque, though in hindsight should have heeded everyone's advice to go from Fira to Oia instead).
Finally, flew out of Santorini, thru Athens, and onward. Every step of the way, things went flawlessly.
Much kudos to Angela for making great default choices for us. She did also suggest various guided activities on the islands but we decided against because we just wanted to chill and do stuff on our own. Also, our party had two vegans and two vegetarians, so we weren't entirely sure a planned culinary tour or wine-and-cheese tour would work out so well for us. But for most families or groups, that would be an added plus.
In hindsight, I think I'd have added a day in Athens. The ferry has different ticket options and I think if I'd known that, I might have picked a ticket option with more of a view). I think I'd have been a bit more prepared for how touristy Santorini is (Naxos is so laid back in comparison). But those are just minor details that would have have added at most a bit more icing to our amazing Greek vacation cake.

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on May 06, 2022

Geia sou Praveen and the rest of the family. :)

Thank you very much for your time writing a review for the services you had in Greece with us.

I am very happy that you had an overall nice experience here and I look forward to assisting you with your next trip to Greece! This time with one more day in Athens and visits to other islands and hidden gems of my country. :) And with ferry seats near windows. :)

Take care and always have fun!

My warmest greetings,
Angela

A truly wonderful vacation in Greece!
Greece | Apr 24 - Apr 30, 2022

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Deborah N.
Canada | Reviewed on May 03, 2022

My family and I decided to take a last minute trip to Greece. We worked with Angela who was absolutely amazing and planned the perfect trip for us that gave us everything we wanted to get out of the vacation. Angela worked very closely with us to completely curate the perfect vacation. We toured with very knowledgeable guides that enriched our experience and appreciation of the many ancient villages, sites and ruins that Greece had to offer. We spent a day hiking a beautiful gorge and were... read more

My family and I decided to take a last minute trip to Greece. We worked with Angela who was absolutely amazing and planned the perfect trip for us that gave us everything we wanted to get out of the vacation. Angela worked very closely with us to completely curate the perfect vacation. We toured with very knowledgeable guides that enriched our experience and appreciation of the many ancient villages, sites and ruins that Greece had to offer. We spent a day hiking a beautiful gorge and were rewarded with an amazing seafood lunch at the seaside and some time on a prisitne beach on the Libyan sea, That was followed the next day with a hunt for truffles on the mountain side with a wonderful truffle hunter, his daughter and two adoable Lagotto Romagnolos, a truffle hunting dog breed from Italy that we never knew existed. We later took our treasures to a taverna and cooked a delicious truffle pasta, toured a cave and even made some pottery.

Every detail of our trip was taken care of making it a true vacation, and one that has left us with many wonderful memories and breathtaking pictures. I would strongly recommend Angela and kimkim for anyone looking to have a memorable experience.

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on May 03, 2022

Geia sou Deborah,

Thank you for your kind words and your review.

It was my true pleasure to help you plan your family trip to Greece and I'm truly extremely happy that you had a great time here.

I hope I will have the chance to tailor a future trip to Greece for you and show you some other amazing hidden gems and some other great highlights. 🙂

Take care and safe travels!

My very best,
Angela

There are not enough positive things to say
Greece | Apr 7 - Apr 13, 2022

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Lindsay C.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Apr 16, 2022

Angela was absolutely amazing. She could not have been more helpful, available, and wonderful if she tried. She went above and beyond our expectations, or even our wildest dreams to ensure that our vacation was perfect and extremely relaxing. I cannot thank her enough for her kindness and attention to even the smallest details. read more

Angela was absolutely amazing. She could not have been more helpful, available, and wonderful if she tried. She went above and beyond our expectations, or even our wildest dreams to ensure that our vacation was perfect and extremely relaxing. I cannot thank her enough for her kindness and attention to even the smallest details.

Hotel Review
Sweet Home Boutique Hotel
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Apr 16, 2022

Lindsay and Deanna, geia sas!

Thank you so very much for your kind words.
I am extremely happy that you had an awesome time in Greece and that you enjoyed your time here. And that I was able to assist you with that! 🙂

Really looking forward to welcoming you in Greece in the future and assuring that you will have the most amazing time, again!

Thank you so much!

Keep safe and always have fun!

My kindest regards,
Angela

Awesome experience.
Greece | Mar 16 - Mar 22, 2022

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navdeep a.
Burke, VA | Reviewed on Mar 29, 2022

Awesome experience. We had the agency book us hotels , tour guides and transportation.Angela was very helpful. All we had to do was show up and she took care of everything. All the tour guides were very pleasant and knowledgeable. Angela was very responsive every time we reached out to her.I would definitely book again with them. Thankyou for a great memorable time in Greece. read more

Awesome experience. We had the agency book us hotels , tour guides and transportation.Angela was very helpful. All we had to do was show up and she took care of everything. All the tour guides were very pleasant and knowledgeable. Angela was very responsive every time we reached out to her.I would definitely book again with them. Thankyou for a great memorable time in Greece.

Hotel Review
Electra Metropolis Athens Hotel
Athens

Great hotel with amazing staff. Awesome view from the rooftop balcony.

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Location
Staff
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Activity Review
Plaka Sunset Walking Tour
Greece

Tour guide was great. So patient with us and very helpful.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Mar 29, 2022

Geia sou Navdeep!
Thank you very much for leaving such a great review!
I am super happy that you enjoyed your trip to Greece and that you were totally satisfied with all the services!
And I am super happy that I was a part of this memorable experience! It was a true pleasure to meet you and talk to you.
Hope our paths cross again in the future for your next awesome trip to Greece. 😊
Until then take care, have fun and safe travels!
My warmest regards,
Angela

Our trip to Greece could not have gone any be...
Greece | Mar 16 - Mar 22, 2022

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Pawanprit S.
Wolf Trap, VA | Reviewed on Mar 26, 2022

Our trip to Greece could not have gone any better! Angela was helpful from beginning to end. She answered all our questions and solved any issues we may have had. She helped us pick tours that would best fit our itinerary. The guides were amazing for every tour and very knowledgeable. The transfers and drivers everywhere were great! The hotels that were chosen were fantastic! Overall a very stress free experience booking with KimKim and Angela!

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Our trip to Greece could not have gone any better! Angela was helpful from beginning to end. She answered all our questions and solved any issues we may have had. She helped us pick tours that would best fit our itinerary. The guides were amazing for every tour and very knowledgeable. The transfers and drivers everywhere were great! The hotels that were chosen were fantastic! Overall a very stress free experience booking with KimKim and Angela!

Thanks
pinky

Hotel Reviews
Electra Metropolis Athens Hotel
Athens

Services was great and food and drinks were also great. Clean rooms!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to all the shops and activities, restaurants.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Perianth Hotel
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Plaka Sunset Walking Tour
Greece

Our guides were great!! Very knowledgeable!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were great! Knowledgeable and shifted some of the tours based on what we wanted to know more about and also showed us a place for great coffee and desserts.
Transport
Acropolis, Museum & Mythology Tour
Greece

Kelly was amazing and knew so much and answered so many of our questions !

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santorini Traditional Villages winter tour
Greece

This was a fantastic tour we were able to hit all the key places in Santorini! A beautiful island and our guide and driver were great!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We went to great restaurants for food and it was fresh and yummy and authentic!
Transport
Cape Sounio & The Athens Riviera Sunset Tour
Greece

Great tour!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Mar 26, 2022

Hey Pinky!
I am so happy that you had a great time here in Greece!

I am thrilled that I had the chance to be part of this beautiful experience for you. :)

Hope our roads meet again and that I will be able to assist with booking your next dream vacation in Greece (choosing other locations next time!).

Take care and safe travels!

Best,
Angela

Great trip to Greece on short notice!!!!
Greece | Mar 11 - Mar 18, 2022

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Pat O.
Franklin, TN | Reviewed on Mar 19, 2022

We decided to go to Greece a little over a month from our travel dates and we were not sure how to book the trip or where to stay or go. We came across KimKim not knowing anything about it. I filled out the information on the website not knowing what would come from it. My wife and I were amazed at the detail that was sent back to us in less than 24 hours. They assigned a travel agent to us, Angela, and she was extremely detailed and responsive. She was able find places that met our style,... read more

We decided to go to Greece a little over a month from our travel dates and we were not sure how to book the trip or where to stay or go. We came across KimKim not knowing anything about it. I filled out the information on the website not knowing what would come from it. My wife and I were amazed at the detail that was sent back to us in less than 24 hours. They assigned a travel agent to us, Angela, and she was extremely detailed and responsive. She was able find places that met our style, budget and preferences.

All of the guides she chose were extremely professional. When we arrived we were immediately impressed with the private driver she arranged who took us straight to our perfect hotel Home Sweet Home. Alternative Athens did an incredible job taking us through the Mythology Tour and bringing it alive. It is a must do in Athens. Meteora Tours showed us the Monasteries in Meteora. With Angela’s great foresight she rented us a car to drive down to Kalamata and the Essence of Messina Guides, Fotis and George and George did an incredible job of bringing the countryside and the sea to life in with our hiking and kayaking trips. They are truly animators and Greek Ambassadors. They treated us as friends rather than clients, Their first concern was that we had a good time. As we traveled back to Athens Angela went out of her way to recommend last minute visit to Nafplio and even arranged for us to return a bit late so we could make the most out of our trip.

I cannot recommend KimKim enough for their attention to detail and concern for us to have the best trip possible. From a logistics and planning standpoint it was one of the best vacations I have ever had. Thanks Angela and thanks Kim Kim.

Hotel Review
Sweet Home Boutique Hotel
Athens

The people that run Home Sweet Home care about their customers and want you to feel like you are at home. You can taste care and the warmth they put into the breakfast to make you feel like you are important guests. Don’t miss this home away from home when you are in Athens. It is perfect for people that want to tour during the day and be “home” at night. Don’t miss the decorating touch of the old phonographs and lathe you can see through the glass floor.

Tips for future travelers

Choose this hotel because it is in the perfect location to enjoy all the key spots in Athens.

Authenticity & Character
The decorating and authenticity is excellent.
Location
You can get to all the hotspots from this location.
Staff
The staff is friendly and helpful. One staff, Dena, even found some bananas for us when she knew we would miss breakfast in the morning.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Plenty of hot water and rooms cleaned every day.
Activity Review
Hiking Kardamyli
Greece

Fotis is very knowledgeable about the area and brought the countryside to life as he toured us up the mountain and down. Kardamyli has been his backyard his whole life and he has a wealth of knowledge.

Quality of Experience
Fotis is a high end tour guide with his knowledge of the area and his vast experience.
Food
The food was excellent and authentic fresh Greek food. Make sure he sprinkles the oregano and sea salt on the vegetables and oil.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Fotis wants us to have a good time and enjoy the area.
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Reviewed on Mar 21, 2022

Katrina and Pat, I am extremely happy that you had a great time in my country and that I was able to be part of it!

I am so glad that you enjoyed your tours and hotels.
It was a true pleasure to provide you with a great experience in Greece.

Wish you both all the best! You are great and extremely sweet people.

Safe travels!

Best,
Angela
P. S. Your photos are amazing!