Stefano Spinetti
Stefano grew up in the Mountains of Abruzzo, central Italy. With a degree in animal
biology and a good knowledge of archaeology, he has over 20 years' experience as
a mountain leader, and his explorer’s spirit has taken him to every continent. He
loves to share his country's culture, history, and natural places with our guests.
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Ruggero Ricci
After many years travelling the world as both anthropologist and walking guide,
Ruggero made his home in Barrea, Italy. In these wild mountains he runs a guesthouse
and continues to guide people in this fabulous region. He is proud of the area and
loves to share his knowledge about nature and local culture with our groups.
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Cristiano Pignataro
Cristiano grew up in Fiano, in the countryside near Rome. A lover of the outdoors,
he received degrees in Earth Education and Nature. The desire to travel and spend
his days outside led him to Authentic Adventures. He is always travelling and interpreting
not only the language, but the history, geology and culture as he leads his trips
throughout Italy.
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Annalise Falzon
With a degree in environmental science, Annalise is an experienced walking guide,
environmentalist and co-author of "Malta, Gozo and Comino – Off the Beaten Track",
a Nature Trust guide for the local countryside. A committed activist in nature conservation
she will combine the best walks on the island with an understanding of nature and
possibly a smattering of politics.
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Aminesh Chamakala
Aminesh's kind and courteous ways won over our hearts when we first met him in his
home town of Cochin in Kerala. He works for a local travel company and is a driver
and guide. Always willing to go that extra mile to accommodate any request from
our guests, he is a true professional.
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David Lanfear
Escaping from London in 1983, David ran a language school in Arcos de la Frontera
until he discovered Grazalema. An official guide in the Natural Park and crazy about
flowers, he gives his time to leading walks around the park. With his botanical
knowledge, David will again be leading our perennially popular flower walks.
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Bryce Lyons
With a background in landscape design and building, Bryce moved with his wife, Sheila,
to Menorca 24 years ago. With his knowledge of the local history and culture he
soon became a full-time guide specialising in historic excursions. A lover of the
beauty on Menorca, he is vice president of the Asociación Menorca Britannia.
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Lyn Bishop
Lyn first visited Menorca in 1971 and was captivated by the beauty of the scenery
and the fascinating architecture. Her main interest is in the flora and fauna of
the Island and in the unexplored, historical town buildings. She and her husband
divide their time equally between Menorca and The Yorkshire Dales.
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