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Europe Guide Tom Litjens
Back to Guide Pages >>Guide: Tom Litjens
Short Bio:
Born in Holland, I started to travel at a very young age, first with my parents, later on my own. Tried a couple of 'trades', from being a teacher, chemistry and photography, until I found a true joy in guiding walking and biking tours. Here I could combine work with the pleasure of traveling.
Trips guided by Tom:
- Holland | Netherlands Highlights
- Spain | La Rioja
- Denmark | Danish Isles
- Italy/Austria: Innsbruck to Lake Garda
- Holland/Belgium: Brussels to Gent
- Germany | Romantic Road
Tom's Guide Survey:
My Favorite Destinations:
India, Costa Rica, Greece, Italy, Spain, Austria, Germany
Destinations I Want to Visit:
Indonesia, Tibet, Australia, Canada, USA, Brazil, etc. etc.
Interests:
Meditation, nature, different cultures
Hobbies:
Photography (is my actual profession), hiking in nature, biking
Favorite Books:
The Power of Now-Eckhart Tolle, The Foundation Series-Isaac Asimov, The Book of the Secrets
Favorite Outdoor Activities:
Hiking, Biking
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Outside Magazine2012 Hall of Fame Travel Awards
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