Guide of the Year October Spotlight
Five guides. Five countries. Four continents. One joined TourRadar this month and is already here. Another has been collecting five-star reviews in Indonesia for years. What they share is what their travelers wrote. Here are five guides worth knowing this month.
Featured this month
Ceci Munoz
Central America, INTRO Travel
“The tour leaders Ceci and Omar are so high energy and thoughtful. They go above and beyond to make sure you have the best experience.”
Traveller review, Central America Intro, INTRO Travel
More about CeciLucas Chesterton
Egypt and beyond, Indy Escapes
“And then there's Lucas ... truly the best tour guide, human, friend! He goes above and beyond to make sure everyone is having the best time and feels comfortable from day one.”
Traveller review, Egypt Adventure: Pyramids, Nile Cruise & Ancient Wonders, Indy Escapes
More about Lucas
Syphax
Morocco, Best Tours Morocco
“Syphax was not only knowledgeable about the country and its culture, he always answered our endless questions with patience and great humour.”
Traveller review, Women only Morocco Private Tour, Best Tours Morocco
More about SyphaxKaitlyn
US Southwest, Bindlestiff Tours
“Our tour guide Kaitlyn was absolutely amazing. I could not have asked for a better tour. There aren't enough stars to rate my experience.”
Traveller review, 7 day Southwest National Parks Grand Canyon Tour, Bindlestiff Tours
More about Kaitlyn
Hendri Arianto
Indonesia, INTRO Travel
“Our group leader, Hendri, was everything you could have ever asked for someone introducing you to new places and cultures. He was funny, supportive, patient, knowledgeable and an incredible singer.”
Traveller review, Epic Indonesia 19 Days, INTRO Travel
More about HendriHow to participate
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