Europe Trip Leader
Alexandra Claro
Alexandra was born in the central mountains of Portugal, the heart of the country. She is an avid world traveler, but says "home is where your heart is," and hers is in the history, culture, and landscapes of her native land. "Traveling allows us to know the world, but much more than that it’s definitely the best way to know our place in it." Alexandra is passionate about Portugal, and her spirit will get you involved in the interesting facets of her country. With her easy smile, she will definitely make you feel at home.
Our Team
Client Testimonials
"Alexandra Claro proved to be an exceptional trip leader. Her deep love for her country and its rich history shone through in every interaction, making her an outstanding ambassador for Portugal's diverse treasures.Her extensive knowledge, combined with her caring demeanor, elevated our experience from a simple hiking trip to an unforgettable exploration of Portugal's natural beauty and cultural heritage."
Annabelle B.
Key West, FL
"Alex is delightful. Her knowledge of her country, interactions with hikers and countrymen and wicked sense of humor are all just great. I very much enjoyed being in her orbit."
Caren S.
St. Louis, MO
"An amazing leader. She poured her heart and passion into making this an incredible experience for all of us."
Casey W.
Charlottesville, VA
"Alexandra Claro is a natural and unforced source of joy and enthusiasm. She always seems to be having fun, no matter the time of day or the activity. My trip would have been less memorable and entertaining if Alex hadn't been one of the Trip Leaders."
Christopher Q.
San Francisco, CA
"Alex was super. Her knowledge of the park areas and specific hikes, along with her passion for her country, helped make the trip the success that it was. She was warm, helpful, and gracious to everyone."
Deborah T.
Napa, CA
Hiker's Journey to Portugal
"Alex was a nice addition to the trip. She was our Portuguese Encyclopedia. She has an incredible amount of knowledge of the environment and culture."
Diane A.
Phoenix, AZ
Hiker's Journey to Portugal
"Alexandra is so enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She is such a great resource for all things Portugal. She made this journey fun, entertaining, and a learning experience. Her vibrant spirit and passion for guiding on and off the trail shines brightly throughout the entirety of the trip. Brava!"
Dorothy C.
Austin, TX
"Alex is very knowledgeable and informative and made a concerted effort to communicate the natural, historical and cultural aspects of the trip. She was interested in everyone's comfort and well-being. She has a wonderful sense of humor and friendly and fun personality while still being an effective leader."
Edith Z.
Boulder, CO
"Alex is a joy to be with and shares her knowledge and enthusiasm with everyone."
Eric F.
Elmhurst, IL
"Warm, friendly, and informative -- she gave us a great introduction to Portugal."
Kari R.
Manchester , MO
"Alexandra was fun, fit, informative, and kept us on schedule. Happy demeanor, always with a song in her heart. As a native of Portugal, she offered priceless perspective of the culture, history, and terrain. So hard working, and genuinely fun to be with. She was a huge part of the enjoyment and quality of the trip."
Ken C.
Natick, MA
"Alex was fantastic! Her passion for her native Portugal was palpable, and her knowledge of history formidable! Her enthusiasm and her ease with others is a huge part of this duo. She's a keeper!"
Leah R.
San Francisco, CA
Hiker's Journey to Portugal
"What a wonderful experience to meet and interact with Alexandra. Being from a small village in the area we were exploring, she added a wealth of knowledge about the history, food, wildlife, and flora during our trip days. Her love of Portugal and sense of adventure are so infectious. She is a great addition to any Wilderness team."
Lucy H.
Sunset Valley, TX
Hiker's Journey to Portugal
"I felt like I really got to know and love Portugal through Alexandra. She was easy to get to know and quick to share her own history and love of the food and country. She was a very competent guide and so thrilled to have us experience the "wow" moments in her beautiful homeland. She was a lot of fun!"
Mary G.
Redwood City, CA
"Wildly fun, energetic, engaging, a little on the sassy side, terrific in every respect. We would hike with her anywhere."
Scott S.
Edina, MN
"Alexandra is very knowledgeable and personable, with a bubbly personality, and a visible love for her country, Portugal, which comes through as she guides the tour and teaches us the history and geography."
Steven G.
Key West, FL
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