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Maria Shephard
Travel has always been the most inspiring thing for me, getting to know other cultures, places, landscapes has a huge impact on me.
For me, traveling is not visiting, is LIVING that place as your own.
Let me help you live the unexpected.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"Road Trips, Nature, Food "
How did you get involved in travel?
"When i was 16 years i made a onboard year far from home, that was the first time i was truly in touch and living other cultures and traditions. From that time i haven´t stop traveling any chance i have, this curiosity has taken me to extraordinary places and people. "
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"One of the things my family enjoys the most is traveling together; we love road trips, it make us so close, full of different memories. We made a road trip from Mexico City to New Orleans for New Year, It took us 2 weeks but we saw incredible places, had amazing meals, chats and photos.
The phrase "It´s not the ending it´s the journey" never made so much sense. "
Maria's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
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From down in the fjords up to the mountain peaks, Norway is full of sweeping vistas and stirring Viking tales. How to capture it all in a week? Hone in on your favorite region...
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This scenic winter adventure traverses the Norwegian Arctic and checks off a number of natural and cultural sites starting in the city of Tromsø, nicknamed 'Paris of the North'....
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This fast-paced winter trip through Norway's icy north features a stack of unique Arctic activities and off-the-beaten-path destinations. Each day presents another opportunity...
Family itineraries
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This week-long itinerary combines popular summer destinations and activities for a true Norwegian adventure. Start off in Oslo, where you can experience the capital's cool...
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Travel above the Arctic Circle with this relaxed two-week family adventure that starts in Tromsø and whisks you to the island of Senja and the Lofoten archipelago. Travel...
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Norway's cities may be an obvious choice for a family trip — museums, history, the works — but its countryside may have even more to offer. In an age where screens abound, a...
Road trip itineraries
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This scenic winter adventure traverses the Norwegian Arctic and checks off a number of natural and cultural sites starting in the city of Tromsø, nicknamed 'Paris of the North'....
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This lightly-trafficked, summertime road trip is a great way to experience Northern Norway's stunning coastline from late May to early September. The adventure starts with a...
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Make your way through some of Scandinavia's most spectacular landscapes and connect with Norwegian culture in the two biggest cities on this 10-day trip. It starts with a train...
Recent trip reviews for Maria
We had a phenomenal time on our trip!
Norway
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May 3 - May 12, 2024
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Dear Jac!!
This sounds amazing! I'm glad to hear you had such a fantastic experience in Norway. It's great that you had such a memorable trip! and enjoy every corner and suggestion we made!
Thank you for letting me be part of your experience and plan this with you.!
Keep conquering the world!!
Maria
We were very pleased with the planning KimKim...
Norway
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May 9 - May 20, 2024
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Dear Joshua!
We truly appreciate all you comments and feedback from this experience. ! I am really gad you have enjoy all our recommendations and experience the best of this beautiful country.!
It was a pleasure working with you and make sure we take really serious all your suggestions!
Best,
Maria
Once in a lifetime experiences!
Norway
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Feb 25 - Mar 3, 2024
All of our guides were very friendly, accommodating and went above and beyond in helping Paula Olsen, who had leg issues from breaking her leg 9 weeks ago. They went above and beyond for me also. Enjoyed all the excursions and enjoyed the lunches also. Amazing experiences that couldn’t have been Better!
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Dear Deb!
We are beyond happy that you all experience Norway like this, for us it was a pleasure to help you create this trip!!
A great travel resource
Norway
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Oct 2 - Oct 18, 2023
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Dear Dottie!
Thanks for your kind review! It was a pleasure to work with you and Monica.
We hope you enjoy your time here and take the best of Norway back home!
All the best..!
Best of Bergen, Flam and Oslo, Norway
Norway
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Sep 1 - Sep 7, 2023
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Linda!!
Thank you for this Kind and Thoughtful review.! I am really happy you enjoy all the experiences we suggest and get to relax in this amazing country with the most beautiful scenarios!
Working with you was my pleasure!
All the best
Maria
Amazingly Responsive!
Norway
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Aug 9 - Aug 15, 2023
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Dear Robert!
It is amazing to see how travellers like you enjoy everything even when things doesn't come as planned. Thank you for being so open minded and for trusting on us for recommendations and re arming the trip for you!
It was a pleasure working for you and building this trip for you! Hope to Welcome you in Norway again.!
Best regards
Maria
A wonderful Norwegian journey with KimKim
Norway
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Jul 10 - Jul 19, 2023
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Had an excellent experience using KimKim. Maria tailored a wonderful trip catered to my interests and requests. The whole team was very responsive at all times throughout my trip. The overall journey was very comfortable and seamless. I am so happy I finally got to see the regions of Norway I hadn’t visited yet and hope to do another trip like this one in the near future!
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Hortense!!!!
I am so glad you enjoyed your trip, but most of all you felt comfortable and safe with us!
Thank you for letting me build this trip for you and for sharing with me your wishes about this trip! It was a pleasure working with you!!
Wow! Norway
Norway
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Jul 2 - Jul 13, 2023
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Dear Wei.!
Thank you for you amazing review.! Its much appreciated, but the most important, i really thank you for letting me be part of this adventure!
I am glad you enjoy Norway and experience its nature the way you did and that you build amazon memories.
Best regards
Maria
Customised and thoughtfully planned trip with exceptional support.
Norway
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Jul 2 - Jul 13, 2023
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Hi Daniel,
Thank you so much fir this amazing review. I am really happy that you had such a great experience while visiting us.
Sounds like you really enjoy all the activities we put together for you, specially the outdoor ones like Trolltunga and Pulpit Rock.!
Thank you for letting me be part of this journey!
Wonderful Norway Experience
Norway
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Jun 25 - Jul 5, 2023
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Dear Rosemary!
Thank you for your thoughtful words! It is great to see that you have enjoy your trip and experience all the activities and the great culture of Norway! It has been our pleasure to build this trip for you and your daughter in this special occasion.
We love to be part of the great memories.!
Maria