Albania
Quentin
Hidden Balkans Explorer
Quentin discovers Albania almost by chance, during a combined trip with Kosovo.
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Voices of Europe
« What struck me in Albania is this feeling of constant discovery. You often get the impression of arriving in places that haven't yet lost their spontaneity. »
— Quentin, Hidden Balkans Explorer · Albania
Europe
21 voices · from Albania to Sweden
Bosnia
Louis
Characterful Balkans Explorer
Louis guides travelers in Bosnia and Herzegovina with a desire to reveal a still little-known destination, rich in contrasts, stories and powerful landscapes.
Bulgaria
Damien & Filip
Dual French-Bulgarian duo in the land of roses and Thracians
Damien & Filip accompany French-speaking travelers to discover an intimate, cultural and still-preserved Bulgaria.
Canary Islands
Marcos
Nature guide to volcanic islands
Based in the Canary Islands and deeply attached to Tenerife, Marcos guides travelers with the desire to reveal another facet of the archipelago, far from beach resorts and mass tourism. Passionate about nature and wide open spaces, he knows the islands through their trails, their volcanic reliefs, their villages and their landscapes shaped by the ocean and subtropical climate. Within Canaventura, Marcos prioritizes outdoor experiences and discoveries rooted in the territory: hiking, ecotourism, local agriculture, nature outings and encounters with those who live to the rhythm of the islands. His approach blends soft adventure, immersion and respect for the environments explored. With him, the Canary Islands are discovered in their diversity and authenticity, between forests, volcanoes, wild coastlines and island traditions still very much alive.
Corsica
Véronique
Keeper of the Corsican soul
A passionate traveler, Véronique settled in a mountain village in Cap Corse, where she lives with her family and Paul, her husband, deeply attached to the island.
Croatia
Louis
Croatian immersion creator
After numerous family trips, Louis developed a deep attachment to Croatia, eventually choosing to settle in Zagreb and create an agency dedicated to discovering the country.
Scotland
Fabienne
Celtic Soul Guide
Originally from Brittany, Fabienne discovered Ireland in 1995 during a trip with friends.
Finland
Ramuté
Creator of Nordic Getaways
Ramuté guides travelers in Finland with a deep knowledge of Nordic and Baltic countries, developed over more than twenty years of experience in inbound tourism.
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l'équipe locale
Voyages Excellence, your local agency in Corsica, accompanies you on tailor-made trips designed from the ground.
Greece
Martine
Keeper of a sensitive and timeless Greece
Swiss French-speaking, Martine Schenker has lived in Athens for over thirty-five years. She holds degrees in history, ethnology, geography and modern Greek, and has developed over the years a profound relationship with Greece, which has become a true second homeland for her. Through Byzantino Travel and "La Grèce à la Carte", she guides travelers with the desire to reveal a more intimate, cultural and human Greece, far from over-frequented itineraries. Martine loves designing trips that take time for villages, discreet islands, local traditions, luminous landscapes and encounters that give the country all its depth. Her approach blends rigor, sensitivity and passion for Greek culture. She crafts itineraries tailored to each traveler's desires, with a constant commitment to help them experience Greece in all its richness: its colors, its music, its flavors and its way of life.
Ireland
Charline
Celtic lands accomplice
Based in Ireland with the Alainn Tours team, Charline guides travelers in discovering Celtic countries with particular attention to listening and the pace of the journey.
Iceland
Jean-Marc
Contemplative Explorer of Icelandic Lands
Settled in Iceland for nearly twenty years, Jean-Marc Plessy has developed a deeply personal relationship with the landscapes of the country's north, where he founded the Alkemia agency and the Helgafell retreat centre.
Italy
Ketty
Explorer of Italy's hidden paths
Ketty guides travelers through Italy with an approach centered on hiking, preserved landscapes and local encounters.
Kosovo
Alan
Custodian of Secret Balkans
From Kosovo, Alan guides travelers with a passion for showcasing a country still largely unknown, at the crossroads of Balkan cultures.
Macedonia
Quentin
Explorer of the Pristine Balkans
From Prishtinë, Quentin guides travelers in discovering North Macedonia and the Balkans with a desire to reveal territories still little explored.
Montenegro
Lidija
Guide to Montenegrin Mountains and Traditions
Holder of a master's degree in modern literature and tourism, Lidija combines her cultural sensitivity with concrete knowledge of the Montenegrin terrain. Passionate about her country's landscapes, she guides travelers with an approach that blends nature discovery, understanding of local traditions and attention to travel details. A field guide for several years, she has explored Montenegro's mountains, valleys and rural regions on foot and horseback, developing an intimate relationship with the landscapes, wildlife and rhythms of the country. She particularly enjoys designing itineraries that alternate between gentle adventure, immersion in nature and discovery of Montenegrin identity. With Lidija, travel becomes a way to gradually enter the atmosphere of the Balkans, between wild reliefs, preserved villages and culture deeply rooted in the territory.
Norway
Ramuté
Nordic fjords explorer
Ramuté guides travelers in Norway with a sensitive approach to wide open spaces, northern lights and the unique rhythm of Scandinavian landscapes.
Portugal
Emeline
Experience Designer, Portugal
French-born and based in the Aveiro region, Emeline founded SóPraSi with Virginia, driven by a desire to showcase a more natural, intimate and human Portugal.
Romania
Cornelia
Guardian of Romanian traditions
Cornelia loves showcasing an authentic Romania, deeply rooted in its traditions and rural landscapes.
Slovenia
Louis
Alpine and Balkan Explorer
Louis guides travelers in discovering Slovenia with an approach centered on immersion, nature, and authentic experiences.
Sweden
Ramuté
Curator of Sweden's wild landscapes
Ramuté guides travellers in Sweden with a thoughtful approach, centred on nature, seasons and the balance inherent to Nordic countries.
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