Mayte is a Madrid native and qualified tour guide who enjoys organizing tailored tours for the guests who come to her city. Based on your needs and interests she will create an exciting tour that is sure to make you fall in love with Madrid and its fascinating history. She can help you discover the most popular sites of Madrid, the city’s artistic gems, and its cultural and gastronomic life. If you want to explore areas outside Madrid, Mayte has extensive knowledge about Toledo, Segovia, and Avila, and is happy to accompany you to these cities as well.
Guide Tag: Walking
Laurence Summers
Laurence Summers was born and raised in London and is a qualified Blue Badge tour guide. While he can tell you the history of the top sights in London such as, the Westminster Abbey and St Paul’s Cathedral, he also offers a few more specialized tours. Maybe you are interested in literature, football, art, music, or you wish to hear the tale of Jack the Ripper or of the Great Fire of London tragedy.
There are also several other areas of further distances in the country that Laurence can take you to as well, either by car or train. You can explore the history of the Windsor Castle, the Hampton Court Palace, Stonehenge, or the Blenheim Palace. Wherever you want to explore, Laurence will be happy to accompany you and teach you everything he knows.
Rachel Kolsky
Engaging, knowledgeable and entertaining Rachel Kolsky (www.golondontours.com) is a popular prize-winning London Blue Badge Tourist Guide.
Focussing on the ‘human stories behind the buildings’ Rachel’s tours are fun an informative, filled with anecdotes past and present. From off-the-beaten-track London and famous personalities to cinemas and shopping, memories of all aspects of London’s rich and varied social history come flooding back.
Before embarking on her career as Guide and Lecturer Rachel, a qualified librarian, worked as an information professional in the financial services industry for over 25 years being recognized at the industry level with the Information Professional of the Year award in 2006. Her professional organization, SLA, awarded her the Membership Achievement Award in 2008.
When not working or guiding she supports her local independent cinema, The Phoenix, East Finchley, where she was a Trustee for over 20 years. Rachel has published four books, Jewish London (2012), Whitechapel in 50 Buildings (2016), Secret Whitechapel (2017) and Women’s London (2018) and she is thrilled to have been a guest lecturer on cruises since 2009.
Sabrina Scaglianti
Sabrina was born and raised in Venice and has always been interested in the anthropology of traveling and tourism. She has worked in the tourism business since the early 90’s, mainly working as a guide in Venice, but she also leads seminars and volunteers for A.F.S. and the European Federation for Intercultural Learning. Sabrina offers a variety of tours for groups with a variety of interests.
Luisella Romeo
Luisella has worked as a registered tour guide in Venice since May 2000, when she was officially certified by the Regione Veneto. She is also a member of the Association of Registered Tourist Guides in Venice and the National Association of Tourist Guides in Italy. After graduating from the University in Venice Ca’ Foscari with a degree in Foreign Languages and Literature, she traveled abroad where she continued to study art and history. Luisella loves meeting people from around the world and hearing their different perspectives. She loves working as a tour guide and is looking forward to helping you discover Venice.
Fiona Guisto
Fiona was born and raised in the beautiful city of Venice where she attended school and graduated with a degree in Foreign Languages and Literature from Ca’ Foscari university. She started working as a professional guide in Spring 2000 after obtaining her licence from the Regione Veneto. Since then, she has worked with clients from around the world leading tours in art and Venetian palaces, by foot and on boats, and to both classical sights and hidden gems around the city.
Nicoletta Consentino
Nicoletta has worked as a professional guide in Venice since 2009 and enjoys showing the beautify of her city to those around the world who come to see it. Her tours usually last 3-4 hours, but can last as long as it needs to cover the interests of her clients, whether that be food, art, or history. Nicoletta can show you the palaces, museum, and monuments of Venice, as well as the hidden canals and cultural spots.
Rosanna Colombo
After receiving her degree in Foreign Languages and Literature at the University Ca’ Foscari of Venice, Rosanna become a Travel Assistant. However, she never stopped studying the history and art of Venice. Finally in 2007, Rosanna’s dream of becoming a licensed Venice tour guide came true. She enjoys meeting new people from around the world and sharing her vast knowledge with people who come visit the city she loves very much.
Venice Photo Walk
This guided photo walk allows you to see Venice through a new lens and capture some of the most beautiful spots in the city. The guides are photo reporters and photographers and are excited to show you hidden sights outside the usual tourist routes as well as how to capture the most stunning images of famous landmarks. It doesn’t matter if you are an experienced photographer with a professional camera or just appreciate photography as a hobby on your iPhone, your guide will help you take breathtaking photographs. You will learn which lenses and settings to use, and how to use lighting to create photographic art. At the end of the tour, you will have photographs that tell a story and truly capture the beauty of your stay in Venice.
Pavel Batel
Pavel Batel is a renowned researcher and historian specializing in the history of the Terezín Ghetto. Over the years, he has conducted extensive interviews with survivors, piecing together a mosaic of powerful, forgotten stories that highlight the courage and resilience of everyday heroes during the Holocaust. His meticulous research and dedication have culminated in the publication of several acclaimed books on Terezín, shedding light on its complex and often overlooked history.
In addition to his written work, Pavel frequently delivers lectures at Holocaust education institutions worldwide, sharing his expertise with students, scholars, and the general public. His compelling storytelling and deep knowledge have made him a sought-after speaker and a regular guest in media discussions on Holocaust history.
Recognizing the importance of preserving and sharing the broader Jewish heritage, Pavel has also assembled a team of experts, including historians and professional guides, to cover not only Terezín but also other significant Jewish and general historical sites. This collaborative approach ensures a comprehensive and high-quality educational experience for all those seeking to learn about Jewish history and its enduring legacy.
