Our founder Sarah is a professional tour guide, travel writer, and artist with over 20 years of experience leading travelers around the globe. After earning a degree in architecture, she traded the drafting board for a life of adventure, guiding tours and sharing her travel expertise through writing, speaking engagements and media appearances.

A former Rick Steves guidebook researcher and co-author of Rick Steves Sicily, Sarah is also known for her popular packing-focused insights and content helping travelers around the world streamline their journeys. Based in Seattle but often found exploring the world, Sarah brings passion, insight, and a love for culture to every tour she leads.

Twenty-five years ago, Andrew got bit hard by the travel bug when he took his first trip abroad, backpacking around Europe for 6 months. Eventually, he took the big plunge and in 2014 he moved to Slovenia, the charming Alpine/Balkan/Mediterranean country where east meets west.

Andrew has been leading & organizing tours for the past 20 years. He loves to champion countries and regions that many travelers have yet to explore. His three favorite aspects of traveling are sampling the local cuisine and wine, sharing travel escapades with other travelers and hanging out with the locals.

An Italian-American teacher of English language and literature based in Palermo who is passionate about languages, cultures, and history. She has lived all her life between the USA, where she spent her childhood and teenage and the UK where she studied. Giusi has been leading and guiding groups for over 20 years throughout Europe.

She is a food fan and researcher of traditional Italian family recipes and history gems. She loves connecting with people and sharing precious stories. She looks forward to guiding you through best known Sicilian sites linked to the island’s history and much more.

Hoda is a fully licensed tour guide with nearly 20 years of experience. She has a true passion for connecting with people from all walks of life, sharing stories, exchanging cultures, and exploring both the past and future through meaningful conversations.

Hoda enjoys immersing herself in the local way of life and often guides guests through daily routines that offer an authentic glimpse into the region. Known for going beyond the typical guidebook, she loves leading travelers to hidden, lesser-known places. For Hoda, guiding isn’t just a job—it’s her greatest passion.

Veronique “Vero” Savoye is a French native originally from Toulouse, southwestern France. By the time she turned 20 she had lived in several cities with her family and learned to appreciate the diversity of French regional cultures.

An American Studies major in college, Vero moved to Seattle, WA in 1996 and immersed herself in North American culture for more than two decades. France stayed on her mind: While in the USA she ran a successful French language training business offering French classes at all levels and travel preparation workshops.

In 2019 Vero relocated to France permanently and is now based in the historic and scenic Loire Valley, south of Paris. Today, under “France with Vero,” she continues sharing her love of la Belle France as a tour guide, a teacher and a writer.

Vero holds this truth as self-evident: Life is best enjoyed sitting at a (French) café, preferably “en terrasse” while people-watching.

Nina was born in Denmark and moved to the south of France in 1993, where she still lives today. With a background in cinema and languages, she studied Scandinavian and French literature while working as a translator and bookstore assistant. A lifelong traveler, Nina’s passion for tourism began with a childhood trip to Mallorca and has since taken her across Europe, the U.S., and beyond.

She began guiding in Provence in 1994 and now also works in Scandinavia. Her interests include Van Gogh, Roman history, literature, and the arts. In her spare time, she enjoys painting, music, and the seaside.

Lisa Anderson is a professional tour guide in Italy, working for Rick Steves since 1999 and Adventures with Sarah since 2021. She moved to Italy temporarily to teach English in the 90’s and fell in love with the country…and an Italian man. Lisa spends her time guiding tours, exploring the region and cooking up a storm with her garden’s produce. She lives in Piedmont with her husband and sons.

George is a passionate Romanian tour guide who brings storytelling and connection to every journey. After a successful ten-year career in radio and television, he followed his dream and became a full-time guide in 2014 — a decision he calls the best of his life.

With a background as a seasoned news editor, George combines strong communication skills with a deep love for his country. He offers travelers a relaxed, personal experience that goes beyond the usual tourist spots. His tours focus on uncovering Romania’s hidden corners, engaging with locals, and exploring authentic customs and traditions.

Far from the typical guide with a flag and a crowd, George keeps things small, friendly, and stress-free — more like traveling with a group of friends than following a schedule.

Gábor grew up in the Hungarian countryside that he left as soon as he turned 18 to spend a few years traveling the world. He has lived in France, Spain, Washington DC, New York city and also on board a cruise ship in the Caribbean. He loves languages, books, wine and he (usually) loves being an entrepreneur. He has been working in the wine and tourism business since 2008.

Gábor and his wife run Taste Hungary, a group of small businesses that include a tasting cellar and wine shop in Budapest, a tourism company organizing food and wine tours in Hungary and Eastern Europe and a small import company based in the US to supply our American friends with their favorite Hungarian bottles.

With over 25 years of experience, Susanna is a seasoned guide with a deep passion for travel. She began in tourism as a travel agent in 1990, later working for an international tour operator before embracing guiding in 1999.

She has led travelers of all ages through Italy, Spain, and Portugal, working primarily with a well-known travel company for the past two decades. Her love for languages took her to the U.S. and Spain, where she spent nearly a decade immersing herself in Spanish culture. Fluent in Italian, English, and Spanish, with knowledge of Portuguese and French, Susanna enjoys books, films, and long walks through Rome. Always dreaming of her next adventure, she shares her enthusiasm for travel with every group she guides.

Taylan is a history enthusiast with a particular passion for the Middle East and Mediterranean region. He holds a bachelor’s degree in History of Art and Archaeology, which has only fueled his interest in the rich and diverse histories of these regions. He spends leisure time in outdoor activities such as sailing the Aegean, motorcycle riding, and hiking the ancient routes that allows him to not only engage with nature, but also learn about different cultures and histories through firsthand experiences.

Taylan is always eager to learn more about the region around him and excited to continue exploring and discovering new things and carefully adding them to his list of tailored and improvised services.

Namaste! I’m Ankita — your storyteller, soul-searcher, and tour guide through the magic of India. For the past 9 years, I’ve been turning journeys into unforgettable experiences—welcoming travelers from around the world and showing them an India that goes far beyond guidebooks. Think hidden alleys in Old Delhi, chai that tastes like home, sunsets that feel spiritual, and stories that stay with you long after the trip ends.

Inspired by Eat Pray Love, I live by a slightly desi twist on the motto: Eat deeply. Pray mindfully. Travel wholeheartedly.

When I’m not curating immersive travel experiences, you’ll find me on a yoga mat—because yes, I’m also a certified yoga teacher, helping you slow down, breathe, and truly feel India. Through my journeys, I don’t just show you places—I help you connect with people, culture, and yourself.

Come for the monuments, stay for the magic. Let’s explore India together—one story, one bite, one soulful moment at a time.

Hi. My name is Todd. I would like to tell you a little bit about myself. I am a fourth generation South African. I have travelled and explored Southern Africa extensively as a guide, for the last 30 years. I am passionate about being in the bush. To experience the thrill of seeing incredible wildlife and landscapes in the African grasslands is unbeatable! I am also a passionate bird watcher.

I am privileged to live in South Africa and especially so, as I live in the beautiful city of Cape Town. My passion for history and local culture enables me to ensure you have a very real South African experience. I can’t wait to be your guide!