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Kim Johnston

Tacoma, Washington Travel Agent
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Kim Johnston

Kim Johnston

Tacoma, Washington Travel Agent
A Full-Service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
45 Reviews | 100% Recommended
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Luxury Travel Consultant

I specialize in luxury travel experiences around the world, with focus on your travel needs. I'm happy to work with you in building the most amazing travel experiences. I love collaborating with my clients to design the trips of their dreams. I look forward to meeting you and learning how I can help!

My Travel Specialties

Luxury Travel Expert

Morocco
Having a mother from the UK, I have been traveling back and forth to Europe my entire life.  My early travels lead me to want to work in the travel industry and craft itineraries not only to destinations that I love ... Read more from my Luxury Travel Expert bio.

European and Africa Travel Specialist

Travel to Unique Locations in Europe and Africa
Having been in the travel business for over 30 years, I still love my job selling travel.  Of course, along with selling travel is the opportunity to travel, which is why most of us got into this business.   I've traveled extensively ... Read more from my European and Africa Travel Specialist bio.

Leblanc Spa Devotee

Get pampered
If you want an experience like no other contact me. I will help you discover the best places to indulge in a sensual spa experience. My Palace Resorts training and Leblanc Spa devotion will ensure that you have the best spa ... Read more from my Leblanc Spa Devotee bio.

Asia Specialist

Halong Bay Vietnam
Asia is an endless parade of mysteries, histories and attractions that has been beguiling travelers for centuries. Southeast Asia is a truly exotic destination encompassing many countries, languages, religions, cultures and landscapes. Thailand has a fascinating history and a unique culture and features ... Read more from my Asia Specialist bio.

Luxury Travel Specialist

You've worked your entire life and you're looking for another adventure. It's your time to travel and I am here to help. I have worked with countless retirees in my 30 years of arranging travel. I can navigate you through the ... Read more from my Luxury Travel Specialist bio.

CERTIFICATES & AWARDS

Certified ASTA Travel Agent
Certified Luxury Travel Specialist
AMA Academy
Oceania Certified Specialist
Regent Seven Seas Luxury Cruise Expert
Seabourn Academy Graduate
Travel Leaders Leisure Agent of the Year 2013
ILTM Luxury agent
Agent of the Year, 2013
Luxury Travel Specialist
Luxury Leaders Allilance

My Travel Stories

Lake Como, Italy
Adventure Travel
Morocco
Morocco

South African Adventures

CITY LIFESTYLE

Meet the Rainbow Nation in buzzing cities bursting with color and life

While the frenetic energy of a big city always commands attention, an African city like Johannesburg does more than that – it takes you by the hand and leads you into the heart of a place that constantly surprises, ... Read more from my South African Adventures story.

River Cruise on the Mekong

I had a great trip in Vietnam with Viking. Viking ships on the Mekong are different from their Longships in Europe. The ship is draws on French Colonial riverboat themes, it feels little more like a yacht than a barge, thanks to all the mahogany and teak and polished brass.The ship ... Read more from my River Cruise on the Mekong story.

My Reviews

Rating: 5 45 Reviews | 100% Recommended

Awesome trip

Reviewed By 30th birthday - Tacoma, WA | Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Kim help me plan a surprise trip for my mom a few years ago and she did such a great job so I came back to her to help again. Kim was on top of everything. She always answered all of my questions and even gave me advice and some ideas. I even referred a friend to Kim.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
65 of 104 people found this review helpful
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Dream Trip Made A Reality

Reviewed By Sooji - Tacoma, WA | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
I was referred to Travel Leaders by a friend & found Kim Johnston. She made the whole process so easy & amazing. I told her where & what I had in mind & she booked it perfectly! Prior to the trip we met with her & she answered all of our questions & addresses any concern we had. The entire trip went so smooth & I felt that she had prepared us so well that there weren't any surprises or issues. I would highly recommend Kim & Travel Leaders for all of your travel needs.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
64 of 111 people found this review helpful
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The best of Italy!

Reviewed By Lori - Milton, WA | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Kim is great!! Our group of 11 traveled to Italy from different cities and she coordinated everything perfectly. She planned the perfect trip from beginning to end. Kim is full of knowledge and gave us so many tips about each destination we visited! I will never use anyone else to plan my vacations, she is a gem!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
42 of 68 people found this review helpful
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Always a Pleasure

Reviewed By Gary - Tacoma WA | Traveled to Key West ~ Florida ~ USA
Kim does a great job. She always finds the best connections and ground transportation. Her choice of resorts has been perfect.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
57 of 98 people found this review helpful
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Return customers

Reviewed By Liz - Seattle, WA | Traveled to Cabo San Lucas ~ Baja California Sur ~ Mexico
We enjoy working with Kim. I always have 5,000 questions and she’s always prompt, patient, honest and understanding with us. We’ve worked with her on three trips, including our honeymoon in 2013.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
44 of 74 people found this review helpful
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several river cruises and ocean cruises

Reviewed By Roger Chamusco - Lacey, WA | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Kim is a dear friend and the best travel agent we've ever had!
She is very knowledgeable and trustworthy.
I greatly appreciate not having to worry about our travel details because Kim has always made things very easy for us!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
56 of 99 people found this review helpful
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Amazing.

Reviewed By Doug - Vancouver | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Kim was so easy to work with, and very informative before we left.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
50 of 87 people found this review helpful
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Working w/New Agent

Reviewed By Charlene - Olympia Wa | Traveled to Pacific Ocean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Available to help in any way she can
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
49 of 85 people found this review helpful
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A Polish Wedding and a week in Prague

Reviewed By Chris - Tacoma, WA | Traveled to Europe
Very competent, pleasant and professional. Kim made arrangements for a complicated journey to and within Europe. All went well. Enjoyed hotel and its location in Prague.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
43 of 74 people found this review helpful
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The trip was fabulous.

Reviewed By Sue - Prescott ,Arizona | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Very efficient, knowledgeable and prompt communication
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
48 of 84 people found this review helpful
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Best trip ever! Rome with 10 day mediterranean cr

Reviewed By DOUG - Tempe | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Can't thank Kim enough for the European vacation she planned for us! It was perfect
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
55 of 98 people found this review helpful
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Interesting & Fun Trip - Spain and London

Reviewed By Kathy - Olympia | Traveled to Spain ~ Europe
Kim Johnston's assistance with our trip to Spain and London was great. Kim helped us plan our trip and arranged the flights, accommodations, tours and private transfers to/from airports. The packet of information she provided, along with all necessary vouchers, was complete and received in a timely manner.

All guides and private transport personnel were on time and very professional. Kim suggested and arranged some tours that really enriched our travel experience. We especially enjoyed the tours Kim arranged with Tours By Locals and Amigo Tours. The accommodations were very good - centrally located, convenient to transportation, clean and had everything we needed.

Our trip to Spain and London was hassle-free due to using a travel agent who is diligent, professional, and gets it right the first time. We would recommend Kim Johnston to anyone.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
37 of 63 people found this review helpful
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Several Great Journeys Year after Year

Reviewed By none - Tacoma, WA | Traveled to France ~ Europe
I have worked with Kim for several years now on several trips. She has been truly outstanding helping my figure out the best organization and scheduling for my trip, the best transportation, the best locations and on and on. I always come in to her office with a basic trip plan which subsequently gets revised and detailed with her help and great ideas to be so much more than I had imagined on my own. I especially enjoy and depend on her helpful ideas because I travel alone. Every trip I have taken, I have left home confident in all the arrangements for travel with no anxiety and every trip has worked out perfectly because of her careful planning . I am grateful for her excellent planning and suggestions.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
48 of 85 people found this review helpful
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Kim is the best!

Reviewed By Lisa - Tacoma, WA | Traveled to Japan ~ East and Southeast Asia
We are always able to rely on Kim’s expertise and recommendations. She goes above and beyond to ensure your trip is everything you hope it will be. She has a keen attention to detail, and our trips have always been flawlesss.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
58 of 105 people found this review helpful
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First Europe family vacation

Reviewed By GwynnE - Lakewood, Wa | Traveled to Europe
Working with Kim was amazing and stress free. She took the info I provided her about our family and quickly produced an itenerary that was detailed and full of amazing experiences. It would have taken me many hours to get even close to the trip she arranged for us. Thanks Kim for the memorable trip! You will be the person we call for our next trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
52 of 93 people found this review helpful
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Memories made in Germany!

Reviewed By Melinda - Brentwood, TN | Traveled to Germany ~ Europe
Kim was informative and easy to work with from day one. She always was quick to respond during our planning and during our trip.

Kim helped me plan my family's recent holiday vacation to Germany for Christmas 2017. When I first contacted Kim with a tentative plan, Kim helped with some advice and decisions on sites to see and towns to visit. She arranged excellent hotels, transfer services to/from airports, guided tours, train tickets and a rental car for a portion of the trip.

Her price was very reasonable.
I would recommend Kim for future trips!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
61 of 111 people found this review helpful
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Memorable family trip

Reviewed By Stephen - GIG HARBOR | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Kim helped us with a great trip to Italy. She is a good listener and she planned our family trip to Italy exactly the way we wanted it. She is very knowledgeable and experienced. Thank you Kim!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
44 of 79 people found this review helpful
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Any Trip Is My Best Trip

Reviewed By Vivi - Gig Harbor, WA | Traveled to Australia & New Zealand
Kim is patient and listens to what we want to do on our travels. She has been to many of the places we have traveled and if not she has others who have advised her on activities and places to stay.

We have always had great hotels in the cities we have visited. We have never had a travel issue that Kim could not solve in minutes.

Kim has great recommendations for those who don't know where to go but want to go somewhere.

Kim gets back to us immediately if we have a question or problem. I know she has a lot of others clients but we always feel like she is our personal travel advisor.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
51 of 94 people found this review helpful
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Easy trip

Reviewed By IvanSarah - Sequim, Washington | Traveled to Nepal ~ Central Asia
Goes out of her way to accommodate our desires. She is quick and efficient. She is in frequent contact to get all the details right and completed timely.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
52 of 96 people found this review helpful
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New Zealand Awesome!

Reviewed By Kiwi! - Tacoma, WA | Traveled to New Zealand ~ Australia & New Zealand
Excellent!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kim Johnston responded:
Thank you Grant and Andrew. So glad you had a wonderful father/son trip.
66 of 126 people found this review helpful
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Trip to South America

Reviewed By Adora - California | Traveled to South America
My trip was cancelled due to the pandemic, but working with Kim Johnston has been a very pleasant and wonderful experience ,I would work with her again anytime, she is very efficient, knowledgeable and attend to details.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
13 of 21 people found this review helpful
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Great trip!

Reviewed By Elaine - PUYALLUP | Traveled to Peru ~ South America
Kim was easy to work with, even though our trip included many variations of add-ons and excursions. The locations and hotels were top notch. I was pleased, after several trips to Peru, to finally make it to Lake Titicaca. Awesome experience!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
40 of 75 people found this review helpful
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Fantastic vacation

Reviewed By Jackie - Marysville, WA | Traveled to Ireland ~ Europe
Kim has been my travel agent for several years. I love working with Kim. She listens to where I want to go and what I would like to do in that place. She puts together wonderful packages and itineraries for me and my family.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
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Reviewed By x - Tacoma | Traveled to Chicago ~ Illinois ~ USA
Quick, friendly, and knows helpful tricks and shortcuts. We have mobility issues and she finds drivers who make trips possible & pleasant.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
54 of 104 people found this review helpful
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First trip to Europe

Reviewed By Jason - Reno, NV | Traveled to England ~ Europe
Kim was very patient and professional in responding to my many questions as it was my first trip to europe. She did a great job organizing all of our events.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
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Happy trip to Ireland

Reviewed By Jim - University Place, Washington | Traveled to Ireland ~ Europe
Kim was knowledgeable and helpful. Things were set up quickly and well within our budget. We had a great time.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
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Return Trip to London and Paris

Reviewed By Frank and Marge - Gig Harbor, WA | Traveled to London ~ England ~ Europe
Not only did Kim provide us with excellent software and resources before our trip. She helped us after we got COVID on our trip. Job Well Done
We just booked another trip for 2023 with Kim
We recommender her without any reservations. She is great!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Another incredible trip planned by Kim!

Reviewed By Neil & Vicki Lopez - Tacoma, WA | Traveled to Paris ~ France ~ Europe
Kim has always been awesome to work with (our 3rd trip with her). She's flexible, easy to work with, and always has great ideas for our travel plans.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
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Engagement trip

Reviewed By Jake - Tacoma, WA | Traveled to Iceland ~ Europe
Kim is always quick and easy to work with. She is so knowledgeable it's easy to get right to what I'm looking for. She found us the right options at the best prices. Not only was our flight to Iceland cheaper than it would have been to fly to New York, but we had prepaid hotels and rental cars at great prices so we could focus on the rest of the trip instead of having to budget while we were there. We requested a self-guided trip, so she made sure to plot our hotel stays in the best locations, and our itinerary thrived as a result. I proposed to my girlfriend on the trip and she said yes...coincidence?!?
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
42 of 83 people found this review helpful
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First trip to Europe!!!!

Reviewed By Paula - Olympia, Washington State | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
This being our first time to Europe and working with Kim to guide us and facilitate all we were hoping to experience is by far what made this trip amazing at many levels. Listening to our wishes initially, providing choices, educating us on what we didn't know and then implementing the best itinerary possible. She handled the flights, lodging, cruise, rail tickets etc. My husband & I mentioned several times on our trip that using Kim's services & expertise made this a wonderful and fulfilling experience to be remembered. Thanks, Kim
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Egypt

Reviewed By Linda - Seattle, WA | Traveled to Egypt ~ Africa
Best travel agent easy to work with knowledgeable each trip has been well planned and enjoyable
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Fabulous Trip with wonderful friends

Reviewed By Cindy - Tacoma WA | Traveled to France ~ Europe
She was extremely easy to work with, and when I had a complication and had to shorten my itinerary, she did a fabulous job!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Amazing trip to Europe!

Reviewed By PJ - Lakewood, WA | Traveled to France ~ Europe
I have had the pleasure of working with Kim for two trips to France and Spain and am SOLD on the benefits of working with someone as knowledgeable as Kim and the Travel Leaders. She took care of all our transportation needs and booked some excellent tours for us. We got to see and learn about the different places we visited that we would not otherwise have gotten to. I will continue to book our travel through Kim and have already sent her a referral! Do yourself a favor and call her.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
6 of 12 people found this review helpful
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Satisfied travelers

Reviewed By Barcelona bound - Seattle | Traveled to Spain ~ Europe
I have used Kim as my travel agent twice once for travel within the US which was great and a second time for a Barcelona trip to take a Viking Cruise. Kim is a fantastic Travel agent great with attention to detail and a really great listener. She met all of our request and planned a trip of a life time right down to every last important detail.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Wonderful trip to Northern England

Reviewed By MS - Tacoma, Washington | Traveled to United Kingdom ~ Europe
Kim was extremely helpful in helping us navigate our recent trip to The Cotswolds and Peak District in England. She was able to book all of the garden tours we were interested in and the hotels we stayed in were wonderful. Furthermore, we decided to change our itinerary and she was able to get us a full refund for the segment we cancelled. She also rented us a beautiful car and gave us a detailed schedule of our daily events and the areas we were visiting.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
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Great trip to a world away.

Reviewed By Henry - Oregon City, Oregon | Traveled to Knysna ~ South Africa ~ Africa
Kim was very accommodating of my schedule and gave me options in my travel to insure a good trip. This was international travel and the trip dates had to be changed to accommodate Covid testing availability in South Africa. She also found the best carrier to provide economy seating that was comfortable for a plane trip half way around the world.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
3 of 7 people found this review helpful
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Can't wait to travel using Kim's expertise!

Reviewed By Gabriel - Bellevue, WA | Traveled to Germany ~ Europe
Kim was a delight to work with! It was extremely helpful and insightful that she had been to the places I was heading to! Can't wait to work with her again!

Gabriel DeSantino
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
57 of 115 people found this review helpful
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ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME EUROPEAN ADVENTURE

Reviewed By REGINA - SEATTLE, WA | Traveled to Europe
KIM IS THE CONSUMMATE PROFESSIONAL, AND VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Kim is awesome

Reviewed By Marilyn - Kent, WA | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico
She always has great suggestions and a great attitude
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Our First European Adventure!!

Reviewed By Tiffany - Olympia | Traveled to London ~ England ~ Europe
I found Kim by sheer accident, and what a lucky break. She spent so much time coordinating our trip happily handled all the changes that I kept making and booked the most amazing tours for our vacation. To be honest I didn’t understand a lot of the tours that she had booked, until we arrived and the tour group so she booked us with treated as well , and I feel one above and beyond . This was my first European adventure and I’m so grateful she was part of it.I highly recommend her!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
42 of 86 people found this review helpful
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Family vacation

Reviewed By Flaca - Spanaway, WA | Traveled to Cuba ~ Caribbean
Very pleasant, helpful and knowledgeable
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
49 of 100 people found this review helpful
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Perfectly Executed Vacation Designed by Kim

Reviewed By M.McEntyre - Tacoma, Washington | Traveled to Europe
Kim organized an amazing European Honeymoon for my husband and I last fall. She was able to combine the adventurous and cultural experiences my husband wanted with the relaxing and luxurious aspects I desired; it was perfect for both of us! I highly recommend her to anyone wanting a faultlessly designed vacation that will run seamlessly from beginning to end!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
60 of 124 people found this review helpful
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Great for whole family, adults and kids

Reviewed By paul - Redmond | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
As always professional, experienced and great attention to detail.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 of 21 people found this review helpful
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Awesome New Zealand Adventure

Reviewed By Andrew - Gig Harbor, WA | Traveled to New Zealand ~ Australia & New Zealand
Kim was proactive and organized. She did a great job fitting in what we were hoping to do. When there was a ticket snafu at the airport she jumped right on it and helped us figure it out. She did a great job overall.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
65 of 137 people found this review helpful
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A Memorable Journey

Reviewed By Rob C - Mill Creek, WA | Traveled to Europe
Kim is very knowledgeable and responds promptly to any questions or requests for information.

Every arrangement she made for us, transportation, hotels and tours were top notch and completely reliable. We were never concerned about any aspect of our trip and had no problems with any of the arrangements Kim made for us.

She is very efficient and well-informed. A real pro.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
48 of 113 people found this review helpful
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