Our Expert Guides

We know that having a great guide is key to truly discovering a destination. That’s why our tours are led by passionate Spain gurus who love sharing their insider knowledge with our guests. We’ve got historians, sommeliers and art experts on the team, and each guide is a gifted storyteller.

We can’t wait for you to meet them!

Carmen Velasco

Born in Madrid and raised around the world, Carmen is a true global citizen and professional flamenco dancer! Her lifelong dedication to culture, history and the universal language of art make Seville the perfect destination for her to share with curious travelers to Andalusia.

Claim to fame: Has performed flamenco at some of the world's most renowned theaters!
Spain feat: Rolling wheeled suitcases over Seville's cobblestone streets!
Spain survival tip: If the music moves you, dance! Try a a copla of sevillanas, a little bulería, or a joyful rumba flamenca!

Eva Ntikou

Trained in archaeology and history, Eva is a true Sureña who followed her love for Spanish cuisine and culture to Seville.

Claim to Fame: Can name every beach along Huelva's Costa de la Luz.
Spain Feat: Cooks more Spanish tortillas than Greek gyros!
Spain Survival Tip: Respect the Spanish siesta, it can save your life during the hot Sevillian summer!

Joanne Batten

Jo’s passion for food and wine led her to set up shop in Chicago, Colorado, Hawaii, and Hong Kong before she arrived in Spain for a 6-month adventure… 11 years ago! As well as cooking and scouting out new restaurants, she also makes a mean cocktail.

Claim to fame: She met Juan Mari Arzak, and he pinched her cheek and then pinched a sip of her wine!
Spain feat: She made tapas for her local bar during Holy Week, and one of them was so popular that they added it to their menu and named it after her!
Spain survival tip: If you are in search of a breeze, head to a rooftop bar or restaurant. It’s the perfect way to cool off when it’s scorching at ground level. And order gazpacho! It’s not just healthy and delicious—it will cool you down!

Miranda Bild

After living on Colombia’s Caribbean coast for more than 3 years, London-born Miranda retraced her steps back to Seville to explore the city where the story of The Americas began.

Claim to fame: Was the only English child visiting the Costa Blanca to be more interested in paella and seafood than burger and fries!
Spain feat: Surviving a Sevillian summer with no air conditioning!
Spain survival tip: Don’t be afraid to ask questions when you’re in a bar—locals love when you’re interested in their food and culture.

Sara Zanini

‘Gitaliana’ Sara’s love for travelling brought her all over the world, but in Seville, she found the perfect second home.

Spain feat: She loves using the typical Andalusian slang, her 'Spanglish' is full of "claro" "venga" "miarma" "quillo"
Claim to fame: She feels more Spanish than Italian – she's better at cooking a "tortilla de patatas" than a plate of pasta!
Spain survival tip: A fan is not just a beautiful and colorful souvenir to bring back home, it can save your life during a hot Sevillian summer day!

Elena Jimenez Duran

A life-long flamenco dancer and expert, Elena studied Spanish Language and Culture to help her show off her city’s culture with pride and passion.

Claim to fame: Having long ago mastered the ‘sevillanas’ (Sevillian folk dance) at the annual Spring fair
Spain feat: She can distinguish a high quality ham at just one glance
Spain survival tip: Any time is the best time for the aperitif!

Sophie Picard

When Sophie’s not guiding and sharing her love for tapas and flamenco, you’ll find her reading in pretty plazas, dancing Sevillanas at local ferias, or hiking around Spain and the world.

Claim to fame: Queen of Sevillanas, has danced her way around Andalucia
Spain feat: Walked the Camino de Santiago in 30 days
Spain survival tip: Indulge in the good stuff: jamón, wine and of course, a siesta!

David Pope

David came to Seville as a student but fell in love and stayed. He is now truly an expert on Sevillian history and loves sharing stories of his adopted hometown.

Claim to fame: Briefly featured as an extra in Game of Thrones during filming in Seville
Spain feat: Makes his own Spanish-style vermouth!
Spain survival tip: It's often considered rude to be given the bill before you've asked for it, so don't be afraid to wave down a waiter

Michaela Hill

American, Michaela, combines helping study abroad students find a home in Seville with learning all she can about Spanish wine.

Claim to fame: The Americana that's obsessed with Seville's April Fair! Always enjoys a good Sevillanas dance and treasures her 3 traditional trajes de gitanos (Flamenco dresses).
Spain feat: Translated an entire cookbook of traditional Spanish recipes to English for a local Sevillian chef.
Spain survival tip: Get a drink when you first enter a busy tapas bar, that way you have extra time to inspect the menu!

María Ruiz

Born and raised in Seville, María has been showing guests around her city for 2 years after completing her history degree.

Claim to fame: Has won local trivia competitions about Semana Santa on TV
Spain feat: Finally managing to make the perfect "croquetas de puchero"!
Spain survival tip: Look for a bar where people stand to make sure it's not a tourist trap!

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Our Expert Guides

We know that having a great guide is key to truly discovering a destination. That’s why our tours are led by passionate Spain gurus who love sharing their insider knowledge with our guests. We’ve got historians, sommeliers and art experts on the team, and each guide is a gifted storyteller.

We can’t wait for you to meet them!

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