8 years experience with a Luxury European Villa company and then managing Africa for one of UK’s largest travel companies taught Ingram how to combine the cultured european travel ethos with the excitement of Africa. Engaged in Seychelles, married in Durban and a honeymoon to Malawi - Ingram really does live his love for Africa.
Regions visited: All destinations
Co-founded the company in 2003 with a vision to offer a more personalised travel experience. His desire to explore every cul-de-sac when travelling has been the inspiration to develop a unique and exciting product portfolio. Tom’s background is primarily online travel as an editor for a collection of specialist travel sites.
Regions visited: All destinations
South African and Zulu speaking, yet with 7 years' as a corporate lawyer in London, Georgie learnt the hard way how long hours and even long winters make the allure of her continent such an appealing escape. She is now dedicated to finding unique places in Southern Africa for those looking to make their own inspirational escapes.
Regions visited: South Africa, Mozambique, Zambia, Botswana, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Seychelles, Maldives
After working for 7 years at one of the largest tour operators in the UK, Hazel not only joined the to escape to team but also made the move from rural Sussex to Cape Town. She now uses her wealth of experience and passion for travel to bring her personal touch to every holiday itinerary she puts together.
Regions visited: Mauritius, Seychelles, Maldives, South Africa, Mozambique, Kenya, Zanzibar, Dubai
The Irishman with the German-sounding name, Hans moved to Cape Town in 2004. Previously he worked in property management getting to see behind the doors of the most exclusive homes in Southern Africa. Hans has since taken his knowledge of South Africa to start looking at the fine residences of East Africa.
Regions visited: South Africa, Namibia, Kenya, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Over 12 years in the South American travel industry including 6 months working in the far south of Chilean Patagonia with daughter Emily. Rose now seeks out the best boutique hotels, lodges and private villas that have only recently been emerging out of the jungle, Patagonian wilderness and secret beaches of Brazil.
Regions visited: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela
Sheena is the keeper of the purse strings and ensures the rest of the staff are in check. In between running a family which includes two teenage daughters, she makes sure everything is ship-shape at the office. But don’t let her organization ability fool you – she plays a mean game of squash, enjoys a round or two of golf and is more than capable of giving an expert opinion on the Cape Wines over a glass or two.
Regions visited: South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Lesotho
From the Cape Town Township of Khayelitsha, Constance joined us as our Cape Town cleaner but it was not long before she swapped her feather duster for a computer following completion of an accounts course, which was funded through to escape to sponsorship. She is now a vital part of the accounts team and taking on more responsibility on a regular basis.
Regions visited: South Africa
Mark joined to help start up our South American portfolio by loading properties onto the website. Mark now manages and maintains our websites and is constantly learning more about the travel industry.
Regions visited: South Africa, Swaziland, Israel
Spent 7 years travelling every part of the World, as a dancer. 4 of those on World cruises exploring, amongst many areas, the African Coast, Indian Ocean & South America. She now manages all of the administrative activities to keep the UK office running smoothly.
Regions visited: All with a coast
Leaving school and heading straight to the bush Phill has spent more time in the wild than most the animals he’s tracking. As a head ranger for a collection of Southern Africa’s top lodges we are excited he’s now chosen to be our very own private guide.
Regions visited: You name it! He has extensive knowledge on Eastern and Southern Africa.
Whether you want tailored surf trips along both the West and East coasts of South Africa or just an introduction to surfing in Cape Town, Mandy offers clients both a ‘beginner surf package’ as well as ‘guided surf trips’ for the more experienced surfer. Mandy is on hand to take To Escape To clients surfing in South Africa, Mozambique, Mauritius, Seychelles or any surf destination.
Regions visited: South Africa, Indonesia, Madagascar, Australia, Maldives, Seychelles