Click the following names to find out more about our team members, their background story and more.

Xavier Raychell Blancharde
Founder / Tour Leader
British born, grew up in Oman. Fluent Arabic speaker (Syrian dialect) and is mostly resident in Damascus, Syria these days. Has travelled the region exensively.
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Lubana Ghadab
Head of Syria Tours / Guide
Living in Aleppo throughout her life, Lubana taught herself to speak the Chinese language! She’s been all across Syria and knows how to keep her groups happy. A happy soul that you won’t want to miss on your trip to Syria.
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Ahmad Maan Al Mudhaffar
Head of Iraq Tours / Guide
Najaf born, Ahmad’s local knowledge is unmatched. His fun vibes, good connections and fluent English skills make him the perfect guide to take you around Iraq.
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Jorn Bjorn Augestad
Owner of Vagaclub
Bjorn, also known as Vagabjorn, is a traveller that has been to every country in the world. With his vast experience, Bjorn is the perfect tour leader. We often work with Vagaclub and run trips together.