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Veronika Turskytė

Hey,

I fell in love with traveling totally unintentionally. But once you sit in that plane and fasten your seatbelt, there is no way back. I have visited most of European countries by the age of 24. Spent most of my time in the Nordics. Something about this rough and unpredictable weather makes you appreciate every moment of good and get creative with a bad. If I can I always choose to drive around the places, since you can see so much more while driving and discover some hidden gems. And from my point of view, trips should be way more about experiencing the culture, than just taking that one great picture, but of course ideal if you could do both!

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I love hiking and exploring my surroundings. From nature to cities, from rivers to lakes and seas. I like to experience as much as possible when I travel, hence my list of to-do's usually is quite long!"

How did you get involved in travel?

"Back in 2018 had a fantastic friend who suggested going to Thailand. Ever since I can't stop traveling, I always have at least one planned trip. "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"The Faroe Islands were one of my favorite trips. the views you get after doing some hikes are breathtaking. It's so wild and beautiful! Some old little villages have locals baking waffles and serving them with a hot cup of tea or coffee. What could be better after a challenging hike?"

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Reindeer Safari in East Iceland

East Iceland is home to the country's only herd of wild reindeer. The species was imported to Iceland in the 18th  century, but they currently only reside in the eastern stretches. Starting from the town of Eglisstadir, you can enjoy a unique excursion that allows you to see the wild reindeer in...

Whales of Iceland Museum in Reykjavik

Enjoy visiting the Whales of Iceland Museum in Reykjavik. It features an exhibition with 23 artificial life-size models of the various whale species found in Icelandic waters throughout its natural history. You'll view an 82-foot-long (25-m) blue whale, a full-size sperm whale, the critically...

Snorkel in the Silfra Fissure

Immerse yourself in the clearest water in the world and float between two continents in the famous Silfra Fissure, a truly unforgettable experience. Silfra is a fissure created by the separation of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates cutting through Iceland. The snorkeling area is...

Reindeer Feeding & Northern Lights Experience near Tromsø

This cultural experience takes you on a quest to find the Northern Lights while feeding a herd of reindeer at a traditional lavvo hut. You'll have plenty of time to interact with the animals, feed them, pet them, and take photos. In addition, your guide will share the Sámi people's stories,...

Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems

Oslo, the capital of Norway, is a city of endless possibilities. Located between the water and evergreen forests, it takes a mere 30 minutes to travel from one end to the other by metro. It's a metropolis known for its rich history and museums, some of which celebrate the macabre works of the...

South Highlands Helicopter Tour

See Iceland from a completely different perspective by flying above the county's serene, diverse, and breathtaking landscape. This half-day journey brings you the ultimate sample of Iceland's natural and cultural highlights. From stunning glaciers, volcanoes, and waterfalls to marvels of human...

Recent trip reviews for Veronika

Incredible, Perfectly Balanced Trip to Iceland
Iceland | May 23 - May 31, 2023

Samantha
Samantha T.
Hough, OH | Reviewed on Jun 01, 2023

I was considering planning my family's trip to Iceland myself, but got immediately overwhelmed when I sat down to do the research. I am so glad that I happened to come across the KimKim website, and that I got linked with Veronika as our local specialist! Our trip just ended and we are all still reeling with how much we got to see and do, how smoothly everything went, and how wonderful it was to have Veronika available to us 24/7 by WhatsApp message if we did have questions or need to move... read more

I was considering planning my family's trip to Iceland myself, but got immediately overwhelmed when I sat down to do the research. I am so glad that I happened to come across the KimKim website, and that I got linked with Veronika as our local specialist! Our trip just ended and we are all still reeling with how much we got to see and do, how smoothly everything went, and how wonderful it was to have Veronika available to us 24/7 by WhatsApp message if we did have questions or need to move things around. I come from a family of historically late people, so there were a few times where we were running late for ticketed items or needed to move dinner reservations later. I messaged Veronika in these instances, and she was on it for me, contacting the places and letting me know if things could be moved around. I didn't expect Veronika to be as available as she was to me... I don't think I waited longer than 10 minutes for most of the responses from her throughout the trip. She really went above and beyond, and was responsive before the trip/able to make adjustments to the plan/hotel changes as needed beforehand via the chat in KimKim. I asked her to make the trip a blend of activity and relaxation since members of my family enjoy both, and she staggered hikes and relaxing hot springs perfectly so that the trip met everyone's needs. Best of all, we actually got to meet Veronika in person when we stopped in her city and we had dinner together. She was even more intelligent, funny, and adorable in person and we were so glad to have the opportunity to meet her. I would send any friend planning to go to Iceland to her to plan their trip. Thanks for linking me with her, KimKim!

Local specialist: Veronika Turskytė
Veronika
Veronika Turskytė
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Jun 01, 2023

Hello Samantha and the whole family!

Thank you for everything and this amazing review!

I'm beyond happy that we had a chance to meet and that destiny paired us to be on this Icelandic adventure together! I do hope that you'll keep these memories forever and this trip will be the best thing that ever happened in your life so far! :)

I hope one day we will meet again and unlit then... well, just continue to be fashionably late and awesome as you all are! <3

Wishes,
Veronika