Raquel Ferriol
All of my life, I have been dreaming of travelling around the world, Knowing different people, languages and cultures, visiting those fascinating places that I had read about in books, and that waited for me out there, with a treasure of wisdom, knowledge, diversity, awe and adventure...
I have been fortunate enough to get to live my dream; I still approach every new city that I visit with the same fascination and wonder that I felt the first time that I left my hometown, and that is the sensation that I wish to communicate to our customers. There is a treasure waiting for you in Spain, and I would be honored to help you find it.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"I'm a big foodie, so I love organizing gastronomic experiences- food and wine tours, cooking classes, farm to table... but I think that we truly do best is listening- the first step for a truly unforgettable trip is finding out what your travellers are looking for, and then working on the experience of their lives!"
How did you get involved in travel?
"Travel was not my first professional interest, but it has always been one of my passions-I and I was fortunate enough to have both the knowledge and the contacts to turn it in a viable career option. I followed my dream and it came true, who can ask for more?"
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"So many... I remember spending a whole afternoon just chatting with an elder lady who had a stall at Ismailovo's market in Moscow- I was maybe sixteen at that time and she was over 70- I spoke very little Russian and she spoke no Spanish and very little English- and yet it was one of the best aftenoons I've ever lived.
I remember equally interesting conversations with my driver-guide during the month I spent in India, or my guide in Kenya... I guess travelling for me is much more about the people you meet than about the places that you visit."
Raquel's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
This exciting Catalonia tour begins in Barcelona, where you'll experience tapas, architecture, and a nearby monastery in the mountains. Next, head to the sun-kissed coastline...
In just a week, you can embark on the road trip of a lifetime from Spain's capital to its stunning Basque Country. The adventure begins in Madrid with city tours before hopping...
Enjoy the top offerings of Paris and Barcelona — from historic sites to culinary delights — on this 8-day trip. You'll start your trip in the City of Lights for a visit to the...
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Recent trip reviews for Raquel
Our Wonderful European Vacation
Spain
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Apr 20 - May 17, 2023
Every city we visited was scheduled well, with four star hotels or wine resorts or a farmhouse run by a local family. We loved the accommodations but mores loved the personal attention given by Raquel and Eugenia. When we had any question or issue, they were responsive at every turn. The personal tours were all memorable and each guide was unique and interesting. Wine and champagne tours were all fun and the explanations of the champagne making and wine making process, visiting the... read more
Hello Randy and Lupe,
Thank you so much for your very kind words!
It was a real pleasure working with you and accompanying you during your trip to Spain, Italy and France.
I hope that we can meet again some time in the future!
Warmly,
Raquel
If you go to Southern Spain and are adventuro...
Spain
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Sep 20 - Oct 13, 2022
If you go to Southern Spain and are adventurous, get on the internet and do your thing for 5 or 10 hours and hope you got it right. If not, hire Raquel and Kimkim. It costs a little more but you get the best location of 4 star hotels, great local guides, meet and greet at airports and train stations and great advice on travel matters.
I can't say enough about the destination hotels that Raquel selected. Hotels in Cordoba, Seville, Malaga, and other cites were in "Centro" locations... read more
Raquel was the most amazing travel consultant...
Spain
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Jul 15 - Jul 23, 2022
Raquel was the most amazing travel consultant. She took care of absolutely every detail, many that we didn't even think of ourselves, to make our trip run smoothly. The private tours with Sarah and Clara were perfect and the sunset cruise on Mallorca was wonderful. Raquel kept in touch with us throughout our trip via What's App and helped us with dinner reservations and late check out in Seville and cabs into Soller. She was indispensible! read more
Thank you so much for your kind words Leslie,
It really was a pleasure to host your family, and an even greater pleasure to be able to meet you in person- We couldn't keep fondest memories of your time with us!
I specially appreciate your feedback about hotel Marriott Auditorium- this type of large impersonal airport hotels aren't my cup of tea either, but sometimes (very late arrivals and early airport departures) they seem to be more convenient than other alternatives- However, we always... read more
Family Trip to Spain 2022
Spain
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Apr 17 - Apr 27, 2022
Upon finding great online reviews about KimKim, we decided to go with them for our family trip to Spain. From the first contact to the last interaction, everything went smoothly.
We got excellent advise when planning our trip (it was our first time in Spain so this was important). Raquel -our local specialist- is very knowledgeable and, after making sure she understood our interests, she helped us design the perfect itinerary: Malaga, Granada, Sevilla and Madrid (including visits to Ronda,... read more
Thank you so much Audra!
It's been a real pleasure to host you and your family in Spain- All our guides and drivers have commented on your interest and kindness- People like you make us passionate about our job!.
Hoping that our paths cross again in the future! :)
All my best,
Raquel