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Our team

Alessia Paolella

SALES AND ADMINISTRATION FOR BASIC TRAVEL

Can tell you all about: la bella Italia

I am Alessia, an Italian with a great passion for languages and travel. I was born in Ancona (on the coast in the centre of Italy) and grew up in the beautiful Dolomites. When I was 4 years old, I started learning German in primary school and by 10 I started learning English. At 11, I went to Germany for my first study trip and very soon I started to enjoy learning languages.

I really enjoy being able to speak to people from other countries and cultures. When I was 13, I started the language grammar school and learned French as well, in addition to German and English. I then studied economics in Italy and Germany, specialising in international relations. It was very clear to me that I wanted to use my passion for languages in my work. I have therefore always worked in export and international sales. In 2009, I moved from Germany to the Netherlands and naturally learned the Dutch language.

'AT BASIC TRAVEL, I FOUND THE RIGHT PLACE TO BE ABLE TO WORK WITH PEOPLE FROM DIFFERENT COUNTRIES!’

I am cheerful and very sociable and love communicating with people. At Basic Travel, I found the right place to be able to work with people from different countries! If you are looking for a nice holiday home in Europe, contact me. I'll be happy to get to work to find the best holiday home for you.

Rika Fleur

SOCIAL MEDIA AND MARKETING CREATING STORIES AND BASIC TRAVEL  

Loves: sharing the most beautiful travel images

Hi my name is Rika, travel enthousiast and part of the Basic Travel team.

When I boarded the plane with my parents for my first city trip to London at 14, I knew it right away: travelling is really my thing! From the anticipation of packing your suitcase, waiting at the airport for your gate to appear on the big screens, to the moment before take-off where the adrenaline rushes through your body and your new adventure is about to begin; I love it and want to experience it again and again. So I started capturing all the unforgettable moments on film and now, over 7 years and many trips later, I have made several travel videos and can go back to all these beautiful memories.

So, with my enthusiasm for travelling, the choice of studying Tourism Management was easily made. The study trips to different destinations in Europe were really a plus, for example, in the first year I already went to the cold Krakow in Poland! Besides the trips and friends I made during my time at university, I could really indulge in writing travel stories and picking out beautiful images.

For Creating Stories and Basic Travel, I can now also put my own spin on my work and get creative with all the unique destinations and holiday rentals. Whether on the website, via the social media channels, in a newsletter or in a brainstorm for a new concept, nothing is too crazy. I like to share all the news with you, on images or with a written story, about this company and of course our beautiful trips!

'BESIDES SHARING BEAUTIFUL PHOTOS OF OTHERS, I RECENTLY STARTED TAKING PHOTOS MYSELF. AFTER BUYING MY CANON, A NEW WORLD OPENED UP FOR ME'

Besides sharing beautiful photos of others, I recently started taking photos myself. I was already doing this with my phone, but after buying my Canon, a new world opened up for me with all the new possibilities within photography. So I hope I can also go out and capture the most beautiful images for Creating Stories and Basic Travel and show them off. This is bound to happen, because all those unique travel destinations are within reach with both brands!

Ine Doupagne

SALES AND ADMINISTRATION BASIC TRAVEL

Her great love: France

Hi, my name is Ine and I am part of the Basic Travel team, mainly occupied with our French holiday homes. I was born in Flemish Belgium, but grew up in the south of France, which is why I know a lot about the French regions and speak fluent French and Flemish.

I have already seen a lot in the world, but still want to discover so much. I often go out with my family, I love roadtripping. When I was a child, I went touring with my parents, brothers and sister in a motorhome. We travelled through France, Austria, Switzerland and Italy during the summer holidays. This trip has always stayed with me. So on my bucket list is to do the same with my husband and children, but in Canada.

'I HAVE ALREADY SEEN A LOT IN THE WORLD, BUT STILL WANT TO DISCOVER SO MUCH.’

Facts about me:

  • I really am an adventurer; when I was 16, I told my mother I wanted to go to India and at 21, I made that dream come true. I went backpacking there for a month. The next year I wanted to go again, then I left for Africa alone for a few months, not knowing anyone there, which was really an adventure!
  • I love helping people and have been volunteering for years in the Netherlands and abroad
  • I like organising, at work and in my spare time
  • I worked in retail for years and liked the contact with the varity of people the most. Now I get to expand Basic Travel together with my colleagues. This is where my customer focus comes in
  • I love the sun, the sea and the beaches, but a winter resort where you can ski and eat cheese fondue is also my favourite holiday!