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Anna-Maria Frid

I come from the hospitality industry, where I've spent years working, after graduating from university. Hospitality and travels are embedded in my DNA as well as sports. Among other things, I am an avid skier and am fluent in six languages. My addiction to travel brought me many rich experiences. I adore the outdoors and I spend most of my free time trekking, skiing, cycling, ice-skating or simply walking through the woods accompanied by my son.
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What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialize in all of Croatia and some of the surrounding areas. My specialty in Croatia is Zagreb and the region around it, Rijeka, Istria, and central Dalmatia. My specialties are adventure tourism such as hiking, biking, trekking, kayaking, and sailing. And all this while telling you all the stories, legends or merely historical facts, whichever you'd prefer. "

How did you get involved in travel?

"The travel industry seemed very logical after having spent a lot of time abroad as a child. Thanks to my family, who is multicultural, to say the least, I was lucky to have had the chance to travel around the globe since my earliest years. After having visited almost all four corners of the world, I started exploring my own country and was simply blown away by all this beauty that was literally at hand. And I have made it my mission to share this with the rest of the world. :) "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"The first time I went to Peru, I was 15 and we went to visit Machu Picchu and found it to be a disappointing experience - it was crowded, poorly organized, and one could barely understand the guide.

So a couple of years later, I decided to give it another try. This time, giving the experience a completely different dimension, I decided to try hiking the Inka Trail to get there. The trail itself was great, the experience was unique and the last morning, our arrival to the top of the Machu Picchu mountain was planned before sunrise so we could experience the view of the Citadel from above while the sun was coming up between the mountains surrounding this ancient place. This is something that I will truly not forget for as long as I live - the sight of the sun coming up and slowly revealing the citadel one terrace at the time was the most breathtaking thing I have ever seen. At that moment I understood perfectly what it meant to be in awe of something.

Naturally, over the years, once I've started exploring my own country - off the beaten paths, away from the crowds and commercialized sites - I discovered many sunrises and sunsets like that one, along with other beautiful places, hidden coves, mountaintops or merely hidden streets and alleys in some of Croatia's many wonderful cities.

This feeling of being aware of the beauty that surrounds us is the thing I want to share with others. "

Anna-Maria is part of the following groups: Croatia Travel Agents
Makarska's waterfront Riva
Hand-Picked Croatia: Zagreb to the Dalmatian Coast - 9 Days

Discover local gems alongside the landmarks on this 9-day odyssey along Croatia's sun-drenched Dalmatian Coast. Beginning and ending in the capital of Zagreb, you'll make your way south along the Adriatic, exploring exquisite medieval and Roman ports, taking a day trip through the Dalmatian and Pakleni Islands, and climbing into the clouds on the towering Mount Biokovo.

Hvar's scenic harbor
Cruise the Croatian Coast: Dalmatian & Elafiti Islands - 8 Days

Explore the Dalmatian Coast in style on this 8-day small-group cruise through Croatia’s most beguiling islands. Combining gourmet experiences with plenty of relaxing downtime, you'll cruise from the ancient port of Split to the medieval walls of Dubrovnik, island hopping through the Adriatic along the way. Swim off the famous golden sands of Brač’s Zlatni Rat, tour an organic farm on Hvar, go wine tasting on Korčula, and cycle around saltwater lakes in Mljet. Each night you’ll drop anchor in a different island port, letting you sample the culture, cuisine, and glittering nightlife on offer.

Scenic view of Dubrovnik
The Must-Sees of Croatia, Dubrovnik to Rijeka - 9 Days

This multi-activity holiday will showcase Croatia’s highlights over an 8-day period and keep you active through various daily excursions. Visit some of the most beautiful parts of Croatia, beginning in Dubrovnik and traveling north towards Split, Zadar, and Rijeka. See Korčula, one of the most beautiful islands in Croatia, kayak and canoe on the Trebizat River, and cycle in Krka River National Park. You will also visit Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia’s neighboring country.

Sunset over the Krka river estuary and Lake Prokljan, near Skradin
Best of Croatia & Slovenia: Dubrovnik to Ljubljana - 8 Days

This itinerary, filled with the top experiences in Croatia and Slovenia, will bring you to Dubrovnik's famed Old Town, the imposing defense walls of Ston, and historic Split. Admire the beauty of Krka and Plitvice Lakes national parks, feast on straight-from-the-sea fare in Zadar, and visit the popular Museum of Broken Relationships in Zagreb. Once in Slovenia, you can hike, row, or swim in Lake Bled, take a walking tour of elegant Ljubljana, and go underground to explore Postojna Cave.

Bled Castle overlooks serene Lake Bled
Best of Croatia & Slovenia: Dubrovnik to Ljubljana - 9 Days

From cultural stops in coastal towns and dynamic capital cities to national parks and underground caves, this itinerary perfectly captures Croatia and Slovenia. Starting in Dubrovnik, the "Adriatic Pearl," you'll venture through Dalmatia, stopping in medieval Ston before reaching the ancient Roman cities of Split and Zadar. Then it's on to Plitvice Lakes and Krka National Parks, Zagreb, and Slovenian highlights Ljubljana and Lake Bled.

Near Split, lies the island-city of Trogir
Best of Croatia & Slovenia: Dubrovnik to Ljubljana - 10 Days

Discover the best of Croatia and Slovenia with this beautiful 10-day route, starting with two nights in the medieval fortressed city of Dubrovnik and ending in Ljubljana, the Slovenian capital. Navigate the narrow stone streets of Trogir, the eclectic island-city, admire the captivating beauty of Skradin on an e-bike tour, and explore the underground network of caverns in Postojna Cave. You'll visit ancient coastal cities, tour national parks, and take in plenty of exquisite scenery along the way.

Recent trip reviews for Anna-Maria

The three guides, Thomas, Lucy, Anthea were s...
Croatia | Feb 17 - Feb 24, 2023

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patrick o.
Harrisburg, PA | Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023

The three guides, Thomas, Lucy, Anthea were some of the best tour guides we have experienced in all our travels. Professional, knowledgeable and personable. Croatia by itself would have been enough to satisfy, they made it so much more interesting.
Anna Maria was about as good as it gets as a tour planner and very flexible as we made adjustments to our plan prior to the trip, and very accessible during the stay. WE had a couple of minor issue and she was able to resolve them very quickly. read more

The three guides, Thomas, Lucy, Anthea were some of the best tour guides we have experienced in all our travels. Professional, knowledgeable and personable. Croatia by itself would have been enough to satisfy, they made it so much more interesting.
Anna Maria was about as good as it gets as a tour planner and very flexible as we made adjustments to our plan prior to the trip, and very accessible during the stay. WE had a couple of minor issue and she was able to resolve them very quickly.

Hotel Reviews
Teatro Verdi Boutique Hotel
Zadar
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Heritage Hotel Fermai
Split
Authenticity & Character
Location
Breakfast was the best, the staff was friendly. They genuinely seemed to love the hotel and went out their way to be nice
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hilton Canopy
Zagreb
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
room size
Activity Reviews
Fairytale castles & delicious wine
Zagreb

Great guide, and a great lunch with super wines

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Afternoon Split food tour
Split

This was changed at the last minute from an afternoon to a late morning tour. After having a big breakfast at the hotel, we were a bit full and probably were not fully able to enjoy all the food offered. Small nit, but guests should be warned to show up hungry

Quality of Experience
the tour guide, Lucy.
Food
food sampling in the Green Market. Nice to eat what the locals eat.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
there was no transport involved
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Antea, our guide was very good. She filled in lots of voids in our knowledge of the region.
Transport
none provided
Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Feb 28, 2023

Dear Patrick and Debbie,
thank you very much for your lovely review.

It was my pleasure working with you and I was very happy that ultimately, you had a lovely trip through Croatia.

Please feel free to contact me if there is ever anything else you might need!
I hope you stay in touch!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

Anna Maria is the best! She handled all the a...
Croatia | Nov 10 - Nov 23, 2022

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HELEN M.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Nov 30, 2022

Anna Maria is the best! She handled all the arrangements perfectly and made adjustments when the weather was inclement. She was always reachable and responsive. I am extremely impressed with the service she provided and can’t recommend her highly enough.

Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Nov 30, 2022

Dear Helen,
thank you for your kind words and the time you took to write this review!

It was a pleasure being of service to you! I cannot thank you enough for the trust you showed me regarding all aspects of this trip as well as for all the last minute changes that occurred.

Please feel free to contact me if there is ever anything else I can help you with!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

Anna-Maria Frid planned my family's 10-day tr...
Croatia | Oct 10 - Oct 20, 2022

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roy h.
Manchester, MO | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2022

Anna-Maria Frid planned my family's 10-day trip to Croatia. She did a fabulous job, and we will absolutely use Anna-Maria AND kimkim again. We had six in our group, with the ages ranging from 29 to 66. Each one of us had a fantastic time, and couldn't stop raving about the lovely people and the shear beauty of the country . Nearly every detail of our trip was planned by Anna-Maria with our preferences in mind, and she performed nearly flawlessly. She was easily accessible during the... read more

Anna-Maria Frid planned my family's 10-day trip to Croatia. She did a fabulous job, and we will absolutely use Anna-Maria AND kimkim again. We had six in our group, with the ages ranging from 29 to 66. Each one of us had a fantastic time, and couldn't stop raving about the lovely people and the shear beauty of the country . Nearly every detail of our trip was planned by Anna-Maria with our preferences in mind, and she performed nearly flawlessly. She was easily accessible during the trip, and when we asked for tweaks to the itinerary, she was quickly on everything. Anna-Maria was extremely pleasant, knowledgeable, accommodating, and an all around joy to deal with. We had drivers and/or guides every day of our trip, and each one was seemingly better than the one the day before. Well done kimkim and Anna-Maria. I'd give six (out of five) stars to each of kimkim and Anna-Maria.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Lero
Dubrovnik
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort
Hvar
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Slavija
Split
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Brač Island Tour from Split
Croatia
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Trogir and Klis
Split

Fantastic guide

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Guide was the best on the trip!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Montenegro Day trip from Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Blue and Green Caves: Full-Day Speedboat Tour from Hvar
Hvar

Such a fun day!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hvar Island Tour and Olive Oil Tasting
Hvar
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Afternoon Split food tour
Split
Quality of Experience
Food
Different restaurants taking the visitor's food preferences in mind. Guide was wonderful, but food, not so much.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Plitvice Lakes full-day visit from Split
Croatia

We actually went to Krka, not Plitivice

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2022

Dear Roy,
thank you very much for your review!
And thank you for trusting me with your family vacation.

You were very specific about what you wanted which made my job easier and I want to thank you also for being so receptive to all the suggestions we made but also for knowing what kind of a vacation you wanted and being adamant about it happening.

I hope to welcome you once again in our beautiful country, there are still parts of it you haven't seen!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

5 star vacation
Croatia | Aug 25 - Sep 3, 2022

Jamie
Jamie G.
Irvine, CA | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2022

Anna-Maria planned the most amazing vacation for my family. We had 10 beautiful days in Croatia. She managed to provide a 4 island magical adventure. Planned everything from hotel stays, every transportation (even porters on and off islands) Michelin dinner reservations, to activities that were so adventurous for my family. She was beyond instrumental in planning here in California to when we were on the islands. We were able communicate with her when ever we had any needs. I can’t speak... read more

Anna-Maria planned the most amazing vacation for my family. We had 10 beautiful days in Croatia. She managed to provide a 4 island magical adventure. Planned everything from hotel stays, every transportation (even porters on and off islands) Michelin dinner reservations, to activities that were so adventurous for my family. She was beyond instrumental in planning here in California to when we were on the islands. We were able communicate with her when ever we had any needs. I can’t speak more highly of her and her expertise on planning this awesome vacation ❤️
Bravo!!!

Hotel Reviews
Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Great room! Excellent service. Close to everything

Authenticity & Character
Location
Look
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Adriana Hvar Spa Hotel
Hvar

Great breakfast

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was small, and bed was not comfortable
Hotel Korsal
Korčula

Staff was excellent!!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Heritage Hotel Fermai
Split
Authenticity & Character
Location
Walls were paper thin
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Cetina river rafting
Split
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Afternoon zipline over the Cetina canyon
Croatia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sunset sailing around the Pakleni Islands
Hvar

Over booked.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hvar Island Tour and Olive Oil Tasting
Hvar

Our guide was fantastic!!! She was friendly, had lots of historical information about Hvar to provide for my family!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Blue and Green Caves: Full-Day Private Speedboat Tour from Hvar
Hvar

Great day spent with my family! 100% one of our favorite days. Lots of exploring!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tastes of Korčula Island
Korčula Island

We unfortunately missed this trip.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Korčula Buggy Safari
Korčula Island

Such a fun adventure! Our guide was so nice and welcoming to our family.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Our guide has great historical information to provide about dubrovnik

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Montenegro Day trip from Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Our driver was so nice. He was very experienced driver. I wish we had a bigger car for the 4 of us. That want his fault.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Elafiti Islands by Private Speedboat: Kayaking, Swimming, & Villages
Dubrovnik

Our skipper was so fun! He really made boat day fun for my boys!!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2022

Dear Jamie,
thank you very much for your kind words and detailed review.

I have to admit that it has been a real pleasure working together with you in setting up this trip and, finally, I am very happy to hear that everything went according to your expectations.

I hope we will get the chance of welcoming you in Croatia once again!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

Fanastic service and outstanding Ana Maria! ...
Croatia | Sep 1 - Sep 6, 2022

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Dimitra S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 07, 2022

Fanastic service and outstanding Ana Maria! Eveything that she organized and recommended was perfect and very well executed . Very responsive and available to help. Thank you Kim Kim and Ana Maria for a wonderful Croatia trip!! read more

Fanastic service and outstanding Ana Maria! Eveything that she organized and recommended was perfect and very well executed . Very responsive and available to help. Thank you Kim Kim and Ana Maria for a wonderful Croatia trip!!

Activity Reviews
Oyster tasting in Ston
Ston

The private oyster tasting with the boat was one of my favorite vacation activities ever!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Board the sailing boat and set out towards Brač island
Croatia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sailing from Brač island to Vis
Vis Island

Palmizana and Hvar were the highlights of our trip!! And swimming at the blue lagoon waters :)

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sailing to the Pakleni Islands
Croatia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Sep 08, 2022

Dear Dimitra,
thank you very much for your kind review!

The pleasure was all mine! It makes me happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip so much.
We hope to welcome you to Croatia again!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

Amazing time in Croatia
Croatia | Aug 10 - Aug 15, 2022

Atalya
Atalya D.
Israel | Reviewed on Aug 16, 2022

We had an amazing time in Croatia! In a bit less than a week we managed to fit in Dubrovnik, Kocula, and Split without feeling like we were rushing. We also had a walking tour, scuba diving, snorkeling, a bike tour (with wine!), and white water rafting. I have to mention Alberto, our walking tour guide in Dubrovnik, he was especially excellent, extremely knowledgeable, and catered the tour to us. I also have to mention Antonio who took us snorkeling in Korcula, he was very pleasant and took... read more

We had an amazing time in Croatia! In a bit less than a week we managed to fit in Dubrovnik, Kocula, and Split without feeling like we were rushing. We also had a walking tour, scuba diving, snorkeling, a bike tour (with wine!), and white water rafting. I have to mention Alberto, our walking tour guide in Dubrovnik, he was especially excellent, extremely knowledgeable, and catered the tour to us. I also have to mention Antonio who took us snorkeling in Korcula, he was very pleasant and took us to some amazing sports.

Hotel Review
The Fabris - Luxury Inn
Korčula

Beautiful rooms! Great breakfast spread. Extremely helpful staff and amazing location.

Location
Very close to the old town but not in the middle of all the hustle and bustle
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Aug 31, 2022

Dear Atalya,
thank you for your kind words and detailed review.

It was a pleasure organising this trip for you and I am especially glad that you mentioned Antonio and the snorkelling activity!

I hope we will be able to welcome you to Croatia once again!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

Fantastic Trip! Overall we really enjoyed our...
Croatia | Jun 25 - Jul 3, 2022

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Ameet R.
Germany | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2022

Fantastic Trip! Overall we really enjoyed our experience. The hotels were all very good (especially the one in Rovinj), the transportation between each location was pretty seamless. The tour guides were all generally very good. Our local specialist, Anna-Maria, had good advice about how to maximize our time and was always available and responsive (including on weekend nights) when we needed her during our trip. I would recommend using this service to my family and friends!

Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Jul 11, 2022

Dear Ameet,
thank yo for your review and it was really my pleasure.
You knew what you wanted from the get-go and it's always a challenge to try to "live up" to someone's expectations when they already have an idea of how their trip would look like. But working with you was very easy and I want to thank you for that.

Please feel free to contact me if there is anything else I can ever help you with!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

Wonderful Croatia Family Vacation!
Croatia | Jun 18 - Jun 25, 2022

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Danielle A.
Walnut Creek, CA | Reviewed on Jul 06, 2022

We thoroughly enjoyed our Croatia vacation! Anna-Maria provided us very clear and easy-to-follow instructions on who/where to meet our various guides. Our favorite days were the biking tour with Joseph around Hvar, and the speedboat tour around the islands. read more

We thoroughly enjoyed our Croatia vacation! Anna-Maria provided us very clear and easy-to-follow instructions on who/where to meet our various guides. Our favorite days were the biking tour with Joseph around Hvar, and the speedboat tour around the islands.

Hotel Reviews
Heritage Hotel Fermai
Split

We loved this hotel - great staff, and really wonderful aesthetic. Right outside Diocletian's Palace and the harbor.

Authenticity & Character
Decor was wonderful
Location
Proximity to Diocletian's Palace and harbor
Staff
All front desk staff were very personable and welcoming.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms a bit small, but very clean and modern.
Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort
Hvar

Definitely a resort. Rooms seemed sort of shabby, and small. We were also unfortunately roomed near the bar and lobby, so it was noisy. In addition, the layout is kind of strange, and we felt like we were in a department store.

Authenticity & Character
Make the lobby less department-store feeling, and the restaurant less like a university cafeteria.
Location
Proximity to the beach
Staff
Everybody we encountered seemed pleasant.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rug in the room seemed dingy and walls were scuffed. Also, the bathroom design was very poor - the water from the shower got the whole sink wet when used.
Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Gorgeous historic hotel right near the old city.

Authenticity & Character
Loved the decor in the bar area.
Location
Proximity to old city
Staff
The staff we encountered were adequate. Not very personable.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Gorgeous rooms. Felt luxurious.
Activity Reviews
06/21 Cycling Tour around Ancient Pharos (Stari Grad)
Hvar

Joseph was a wonderful guide, and the wine and charcuterie at the end was a real treat. It was so wonderful getting to know the history of the island from a native.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cetina river rafting
Split

Was not exactly as described. We were not offered to go the restaurant at the end of the trip; and after we got in the van and started driving, when we asked if we were going to the hotel, Marijana just said, "yes", and then, "is that okay"? We said it was, because we needed to get back for another event. But I think had we not asked, she would have not mentioned the restaurant. So not a big deal, but not as described. But, the rafting itself was excellent! The guide we had was awesome.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Stick to itinerary or communicate why we were deviating from the itinerary.
Evening Split food tour
Split

We loved Vincencija - she was so approachable and genuine! The food was delicious, but honestly, just way too much!

Quality of Experience
Food
The house made pasta was delicious.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Sunset sailing around the Pakleni Islands
Hvar

This was just ok. Our guide/the captain was nice enough, but didn't seem too jazzed having us on board. He was on his phone the entire time we were anchored on a personal phone call. It seemed that we needed to ask questions about the area rather than him volunteering information about his country/area.

Quality of Experience
Better wine, a more informative experience.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Blue and Green Caves: Full-Day Speedboat Tour from Hvar
Hvar

This was fun enough. Our teenaged kids really enjoyed the day. We loved the blue cave tour guide we had. She was so sweet!

Quality of Experience
Definitely a full day!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nice guides. They wanted be sure we had fun!
Transport
Fast boats!
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

Alberto was delightful. A treasure-trove of information!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Alberto was such a nice guy!
06/24 Sea Kayaking around Lokrum Island
Dubrovnik

Good tour, but not as described. The description said that we would be going on a trek and a swim on the island, but in fact we did not even set foot on the island, just kayaked around it. Despite this, it was great fun!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Jul 06, 2022

Dear Danielle,
thank you for the time you took to write your review and kind words.

It is always helpful to receive such a detailed review which will, in turn, help us communicate with our partners to be able to provide the best experience. It is an idea that we sell; this is why the service given should match the descriptions.

Feel free to contact me if there is ever anything else I can do for you!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

Croatia adventure
Croatia | Jun 19 - Jun 27, 2022

Johann
Johann W.
Iceland | Reviewed on Jun 28, 2022

We had an amazing time in beautiful Croatia. Anna-Maria put together an great adventure for us tailored to our wishes. Throughout the process she was extremely helpful, friendly and very responsive. We can´t thank her enough for all here assistance and give her our best compliments. Johann and Maria read more

We had an amazing time in beautiful Croatia. Anna-Maria put together an great adventure for us tailored to our wishes. Throughout the process she was extremely helpful, friendly and very responsive. We can´t thank her enough for all here assistance and give her our best compliments. Johann and Maria

Activity Review
Elaphite Islands Day Trip with Lunch from Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Jun 28, 2022

Dear Johann,
thank you for your kind words, it was my pleasure!
It is very fulfilling to know that I played a part in a nice experience that you had.
Hope to see you in Croatia again!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

The trip was perfectly planned.
Croatia | Jun 1 - Jun 10, 2022

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Barbara E.
Israel | Reviewed on Jun 11, 2022

The trip was perfectly planned. Our driver from the airport and for the two days from Zagreb to Split was charming.
The hotels were very nice , especially the one in Split -except for the Dea in Hvar which had too many stairs and we were nit picked up. The Hilton in Dubrovnik was perfectly located and of course a luxurious end to the trip.
Our guide and the half day in Hvar was excellent. She was very knowledgable and pleasant. Olive oil tasting was an interesting experience and should not... read more

The trip was perfectly planned. Our driver from the airport and for the two days from Zagreb to Split was charming.
The hotels were very nice , especially the one in Split -except for the Dea in Hvar which had too many stairs and we were nit picked up. The Hilton in Dubrovnik was perfectly located and of course a luxurious end to the trip.
Our guide and the half day in Hvar was excellent. She was very knowledgable and pleasant. Olive oil tasting was an interesting experience and should not be missed.
All recommended restaurants were good, especially in Split.
Finally our guide Alberto on Dubrovnik was outstanding. Many thanks to Anna Marie for a great plan and for being there ti make sure it worked every minute,

Hotel Reviews
Hilton Canopy
Zagreb

The hotel was very comfortable and the staff was helpful. Nice to be able to have a good dinner in the hotel after a late arrival. The only fownside is that it is a 20-25 minute walk to the old town and most restaurants.

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Teatro Verdi Boutique Hotel
Zadar

Very comfortable small hotel, well located, nice staff and nice breakfast with excellent coffee.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Heritage Hotel Fermai
Split

Perfectly located very near to the old town golden gate. Very attentive staff and a beautifully restored building. The room was comfortable and well appointed. Excellent.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Anna-Maria Frid
Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2022

Dear Barbara,
thank you for your kind words and a detailed review.
It was my pleasure organising this trip for you and I am happy that it all went well.

I hope that we can welcome you to Croatia again!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

Croatia, Best of Split and its surroundings - 6 Day Tour Review
Croatia | May 8 - May 13, 2022

Thomas
Thomas H.
Baker City, OR | Reviewed on May 20, 2022

Our 6 day tour of Croatia from Split to Zagreb was a great experience. The tour planned by Anna-Marie Frid was perfect for our traveling style and interests. The winery lunch at Bibich winery in Plastovo was the highlight of our trip. Absolutely fantastic food was served along their excellent selection of wines. Our food/history tour in Split was a delight led by Lucy, a local guide. We enjoyed learning more about life and other interesting facts about Croatia from her.

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Our 6 day tour of Croatia from Split to Zagreb was a great experience. The tour planned by Anna-Marie Frid was perfect for our traveling style and interests. The winery lunch at Bibich winery in Plastovo was the highlight of our trip. Absolutely fantastic food was served along their excellent selection of wines. Our food/history tour in Split was a delight led by Lucy, a local guide. We enjoyed learning more about life and other interesting facts about Croatia from her.

Unfortunately at the end of the trip I experienced a medical emergency that needed immediate attention. Anna-Marie's assistance was invaluable in getting medical help at a local hospital in Zagreb. I feel she went above and beyond helping me overcome the language barrier and finding the attention I needed. By the way, her command of English is excellent.

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Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on May 21, 2022

Dear Thomas,
thank you for your kind review and I am happy to hear that you were able to resolve your condition upon your arrival to the US and that it didn't affect your trip home. It was a real pleasure being able to show this part of Croatia to you and I hope to welcome you again!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

Our trip was great!
Croatia | May 8 - May 13, 2022

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Ellen D.
Haines, OR | Reviewed on May 20, 2022

Two highlights of the trip were our food experience with Lucija (sp?) in Split and our visit to Bibich Winery.

There were a few mix-ups with our schedule, but overall, things went well. A special thanks to Anna-Maria in going above and beyond to help us find medical attention for Tom. That was very helpful.

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Anna-Maria
Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on May 20, 2022

Dear Ellen,
thank you for this nice review!
I am glad you had a nice time overall and I am glad that the medical issues got resolved.
Feel free to contact me if there is anything I can help you with!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

Amazing trip to Croatia
Croatia | Apr 16 - Apr 24, 2022

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Minh H.
Canada | Reviewed on May 04, 2022

Croatia trip was amazing. Almost all of the accommodations were upgraded during our trip. All breakfast was paid for. The car was arranged and didn't have any issue with picking up and returning. Croatians are very friendly and helpful. Anna-Maria had made our trip worry-free. If we had any questions, she was available immediately to respond. We felt safe, secured and comfortable the entire trip. We will be back again. Thank you Anna-Maria. read more

Croatia trip was amazing. Almost all of the accommodations were upgraded during our trip. All breakfast was paid for. The car was arranged and didn't have any issue with picking up and returning. Croatians are very friendly and helpful. Anna-Maria had made our trip worry-free. If we had any questions, she was available immediately to respond. We felt safe, secured and comfortable the entire trip. We will be back again. Thank you Anna-Maria.

Hotel Review
Plitvice Holiday Resort
Grabovac

Old hotel. The shower was very small and the radiator was leaking. The bed was not comfortable. I would avoid this hotel.

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Activity Review
Blue and Green Caves: Full-Day Speedboat Tour from Hvar
Hvar
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Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on May 04, 2022

Dear Minh,
thank you very much for your review as well as the individual reviews of the hotel and the activity. It's good to receive also feedback like this as it helps us when selecting the venues for all future travellers. I'm happy that you overall liked the trip and I hope to be able to welcome you to Croatia once again!

I travelled through Croatia on a trip with my daughter
Croatia | Oct 8 - Oct 16, 2021

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Jack L.
Cooper City, FL | Reviewed on Oct 23, 2021

I travelled through Croatia on a trip with my daughter that included many tours and excursions all arranged by Anna-Maria (AM). This was the first time I travelled with the assistance of a tour consultant. I am accustomed to making my own arrangements and I always travel 5 star/First class. I cannot express enough how seamless the entire trip was thanks to AM. Every tour guide and driver were of the highest standard along with all of the side trips that AM worked tirelessly to arrange... read more

I travelled through Croatia on a trip with my daughter that included many tours and excursions all arranged by Anna-Maria (AM). This was the first time I travelled with the assistance of a tour consultant. I am accustomed to making my own arrangements and I always travel 5 star/First class. I cannot express enough how seamless the entire trip was thanks to AM. Every tour guide and driver were of the highest standard along with all of the side trips that AM worked tirelessly to arrange perfectly. She has the best ideas and is very flexible to contour the trip to the interests of her clients. She is also very patient and takes the time to understand exactly her clients, and therefore, what to suggest and how to tailor the perfect adventure based on their desires. I ran into several snags of my own doing during the trip and AM responded immediately and pivoted to bring about the ideal outcome. I actually virtually over-hauled the entire trip at one point and she rearranged everything so quickly that you would think she anticipated it. If you ever travel to Croatia and don't use AM, you will be doing yourself a disservice. She is a pleasure to work WITH (she never pushes ANYTHING on you) and the utmost professional. I don't recall how I found her but I am very thankful that I did. AM-you are the best.

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Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2021

Dear Jack,
thank you very much for taking the time to write this incredible review. And thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure working on this itinerary with you and because you were very clear about how you wanted your trip to look like! I hope that we will get the chance to welcome you to Croatia once again soon!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

I cannot say enough good things about Anna or...
Croatia | Sep 15 - Sep 28, 2021

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Kristen G.
Escanaba, MI | Reviewed on Oct 05, 2021

I cannot say enough good things about Anna or this Croatia trip that she and I planned together! I just completed a 2-week solo trip and actually started crying when my plane left Split, because I just didn't want to leave.

Some of the things that made this vacation so memorable were the little things I usually have to worry about all by myself when I do solo trips. I am famous for getting lost, boarding the wrong train or bus, getting meeting places wrong, etc., but this time it was a... read more

I cannot say enough good things about Anna or this Croatia trip that she and I planned together! I just completed a 2-week solo trip and actually started crying when my plane left Split, because I just didn't want to leave.

Some of the things that made this vacation so memorable were the little things I usually have to worry about all by myself when I do solo trips. I am famous for getting lost, boarding the wrong train or bus, getting meeting places wrong, etc., but this time it was a breeze! When you're in a new country it usually takes you a few days to get a feel for how things work, but Anna even went so far as to send me pictures of what my buses would look like, checked in with me just about daily to make sure I wasn't having any issues, and somehow also managed to make many last-minute substitutes for excursions when the ones we'd booked months in advance canceled due to Covid or other issues. She is truly a miracle worker!

Our trip (and I call it "our" because I feel like she was there with me the entire time) was a labor or love since I'd first reached out to her nearly 8 months ago, and she put incredible thoughtfulness and detail into everything, even down to knowing when I'd need a quiet day to just relax and catch up on sleep or put my feet up - I really did request a whirlwind of a trip!

This is the second time I've used kimkim for international travel, and I plan to stick with them for future trips as well. It's so easy when you give them a timeframe, a budget, and some general ideas of what you'd like to see and do. In fact, on this trip there was so much more I was able to include that it felt like I got a bonus week of sightseeing for my investment.

If I could give Anna ten stars, I would! I rarely visit the same country twice, but for Croatia, I definitely plan on making an exception.

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Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Oct 06, 2021

Dear Kristen,
thank you! Your kind words made me cry!
It was a real treat working together with you in creating this trip for you and it was my pleasure traveling with you! I am sure our paths will cross eventually once again.

Until then, stay safe!

Our weeklong trip to Croatia
Croatia | Aug 16 - Aug 22, 2021

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Lori C.
Fair Lawn, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 25, 2021

Anna-Maria helped us plan a week-long trip to Croatia where we visited Dubrovnik, Split, and Hvar. The itinerary she put together for us was well adapted to our group and preferences and planning along side her was easy. She was always responsive and provided us with as much information as we needed both before and during our trip. Anna-Maria made it easy for us to travel from one city to another by booking our ferry/rides and providing specific details so that it was super simple for us to... read more

Anna-Maria helped us plan a week-long trip to Croatia where we visited Dubrovnik, Split, and Hvar. The itinerary she put together for us was well adapted to our group and preferences and planning along side her was easy. She was always responsive and provided us with as much information as we needed both before and during our trip. Anna-Maria made it easy for us to travel from one city to another by booking our ferry/rides and providing specific details so that it was super simple for us to get from one place to another. She helped us sort out minor road-blocks along the way so that we always felt as though there was someone there supporting us while we traveled. As far as the bookings: all of our accommodations were excellent and we were well taken care of at the various destinations we visited. Our excursions included a guided bike tour, speedboat tour, a trip to Krka National Park, and oyster tasting. Each one was excellent, but we really enjoyed the guided bike tour in Hvar which gave us a glimpse of a different side of Croatia. Overall, the entire trip went seamlessly thanks to Anna-Maria's planning and attention to detail. Within just a few days, we saw, did, and ate so much more than we probably would have on our own!

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Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Aug 25, 2021

Dear Lori,
thank you very much for sharing your experience with other travelers! I'm glad you enjoyed your time here. Hopefully, you can return soon to see the other parts of this diverse country!

Kind regards,
Anna-Maria

We were looking for a custom trip...
Croatia | Jul 2 - Jul 11, 2021

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Martin K.
Parsippany, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 15, 2021

We were looking for a custom trip combining an active multi-sport vacation with sightseeing and a family reunion (of my scattered family in the US with relatives in the home country). Anna-Maria was one of the few agents willing to take on a challenge like this, and she put together the experience of a lifetime! Her thorough knowledge of the various regions in Croatia combined with her connections in the country produced a unique and first-class experience, even despite the numerous challenges of COVID-19.

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Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Jul 15, 2021

Dear Martin,
thank you for taking the time to leave this review and for your kind words. It was a long process but it felt really good putting this trip together for you!
I hope we will be able to welcome you in Croatia once again.

Regards,
Anna-Maria

Anna-Maria made this trip so easy and unforge...
Croatia | May 25 - Jun 4, 2021

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Jennifer R.
Fresno, CA | Reviewed on Jun 14, 2021

Anna-Maria made this trip so easy and unforgettable. The personalized excursions were absolutely fantastic! I have recommended Anna-Maria to 2 of my friends who are planning to travel to Croatia in the near future! Thank you again!

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Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on Jun 14, 2021

Dear Jennifer,
thank you for your review - I enjoyed working with you on this trip and I am glad you had a great experience!
Thank you for your trust!

Regards,
Anna-Maria

Anna-Maria made my tour very easy to rely to ...
Croatia | Apr 13 - Apr 23, 2021

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Rits K.
Orlando, FL | Reviewed on May 04, 2021

Anna-Maria made my tour very easy to rely to the tour guide and organized it so well. Everything was very smooth and I loved everything about Croatia. You will not be disappointed with leaving everything up to Anna-Maria.

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Anna-Maria Frid
Local specialist in Zagreb | Reviewed on May 04, 2021

Dear Cindy,
thank you very much for your review!
It was a pleasure setting up the itinerary for you.