At Go Real Travel, we handle the stressful stuff that makes planning a vacation overwhelming. Don't let the effort of researching, booking, and organizing get in the way of your dream getaway. We specialize in designing custom travel itineraries tailored to your unique interests and travel style. With thoughtfully arranged daily itineraries, private guides, and handpicked drivers, everything's handled before you even arrive, giving you the freedom to explore beautiful and historic places with the confidence of a local.
Many of us are expats who've fallen in love with the places we'll help you explore, and we're passionately committed to authentic travel experiences, meaningful connections, and personalized service. We don't believe in one-size-fits-all tours or rushed itineraries. Instead, we listen closely to what excites you and craft bespoke European travel packages that reflect your pace, your priorities, and the true spirit of the destinations. From must-see highlights to hidden gems uncovered through our own on-the-ground research, every journey is built with our travelers in mind.
What sets us apart is our attention to detail and the personal care we bring to each tailor-made trip to Europe, backed by our experienced travel professionals who have personally walked the routes, tested the logistics, and anticipated every small detail so you don't have to. And with our support team just a message away throughout your journey, you'll never feel alone on the road. It's this thoughtful, hands-on approach that makes us more than just a custom Europe trip planner; we're your partner in creating an unforgettable and stress-free experience, every step of the way.
Tyler Hawthorne
Born and raised in Canada, Tyler grew up with a love for adventure and competition, playing both golf and hockey at a professional level. As he explored the Great Wall and experienced local cultures on a life-changing trip to Asia, he realized that his curiosity for history and storytelling made travel his greatest passion, and he knew that he wanted to help others discover that same sense of wonder. Today, he channels that passion into crafting unforgettable travel experiences. He brings energy, care, and insight to every itinerary—helping clients discover the world with ease.
Sydney Peterson
Originally from the United States, Sydney moved abroad seven years ago to pursue her MA in Art History in London and has subsequently lived in Australia, traveled extensively across Europe, and recently settled in Prague—drawn by its rich history, architecture, and charm. What she loves most about travel is the way it slows time, invites presence, and opens the door to extraordinary people, places, and discoveries. Sydney is passionate about her role because it allows her to live at the crossroads of her greatest loves: writing, learning, research, and adventure.
Muhammad Haroon
Muhammad Haroon is a Pakistani Full Stack Developer from Jhang, now based in Lahore. He thrives on building efficient, user-focused web applications. What he loves most about travel is discovering new perspectives and stories in unfamiliar places. He’s passionate about his job because it allows him to solve real-world problems through code.
Dean Perry
As a destination developer, Dean digs into the travel, research and content behind our itineraries. He’s originally from the US, but has lived in Prague for more than twenty years with his Czech wife and children. Dean loves how travel encourages personal connections and true self-reflection. He enjoys developing destinations so that travelers are inspired to capture the details and stories hidden in plain sight.
Ashish Rathi
Ashish is an experienced Operations Specialist with over 12 years in the tourism industry, managing hotel bookings, vendor coordination, and seamless service delivery for Go Real Travel's clients. With travel experience across Vietnam, Nepal, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia, and Singapore, he brings cultural insight and operational expertise to every trip. He thrives on working with people from diverse backgrounds and constantly learning about destinations, and loves crafting smooth, enriching experiences for every traveler.
Muhammad Usman
Usman is a results-driven Senior Software Engineer based in Lahore, Pakistan, with over three years of experience building user-friendly web and mobile applications. Known for clean code and strong problem-solving skills, he creates seamless digital experiences. At Go Real Travel, he uses his full-stack expertise to develop smooth, reliable tools that simplify trip planning. Outside of work, he enjoys exploring Pakistan’s natural beauty—especially the Naran-Kaghan Valley—finding travel a powerful way to discover new places, connect with people, and spark fresh ideas.
Petr Škarka
Petr Skarka is Go Real Travel’s logistics manager, a lifelong Prague resident whose wanderings have taken him far beyond Czech borders. Some of his adventures include protesting on the front lines against the former Communist regime, cycling across South America, and leading fishing expeditions in New Zealand’s mountains. Despite his many exploits, what Petr loves perhaps most of all is fishing and blue-grass music.
David Manley
David is the CEO and founder of Go Real Travel. Originally from the U.S., he first came to Europe while stationed in Germany with the army. He returned to Europe to settle in Prague with his Czech wife. David is most inspired by journeys off the beaten path, where the thrill of discovery comes alive—especially when history and nature come together. Read more about his story at the bottom of this page.
Martin Wagner
Martin is the COO and co-founder of Go Real Travel. Originally from the U.S., he moved to Prague to teach English and never looked back. What he loves most about travel is simply relaxing in beautiful, inspiring surroundings. Passionate about his work, Martin finds deep joy in helping others experience the pleasure of truly great travel.
Samantha Barbagallo
A travel pro since 16, Samantha’s been making dream holidays a reality with Go Real Travel since 2015. After moving to Prague in 2013, she dove even deeper into her passion for exploring cultures, savoring global cuisines, and swapping stories with fascinating people—all while raising two kids and loving every minute of the journey!
Myles Rieger
Myles was born in Louisiana but has always been deeply curious about the wider world. A 2013 study abroad in Germany sparked a lasting passion for Europe, leading him to move to Prague. There, he found a new calling as a tour guide, combining his love of travel and storytelling. In 2018, he joined Go Real Travel and began planning personalized adventures. With over 40 countries under his belt, Myles believes travel offers not just new sights, but new perspectives. He loves helping travelers explore both the must-see sites and the hidden gems with ease.
Amy Peteritis
Amy grew up in Pennsylvania with a British mother and a father in the U.S. Army, who taught her from an early age to love travel! After a transformative hike along Spain’s Camino de Santiago, she moved to Prague in 2019. Now based in the heart of Europe with her Portuguese partner (and their rescue cat), she loves to explore the continent’s iconic sites and hidden corners alike. Whether hiking to scenic viewpoints or eating homemade meals in a quiet Portuguese town, Amy thrives on authentic travel experiences that blend culture, nature, and discovery!
Taha Rizwan
Taha grew up in Lahore, Pakistan—a city steeped in history, culture, and creativity. His fascination with design & technology led him to a career as a Frontend Developer. At Go Real Travel, he combines technical expertise with user-centered design to craft intuitive digital experiences to make trip planning simple and inspiring. Outside of work, he loves to explore the diverse landscapes of Pakistan, from the towering peaks of Hunza to the serene lakes of Skardu. For Taha, travel is about connection: with people, with nature, and with stories that stay with you long after the journey ends.
Samia Tamrin Ahmed
Samia is proud to be the only Bangladeshi on the Go Real Travel team, but she's actually been living in Prague since 2018 with her Czech husband and their family. Travel has given her the opportunity to meet with people from all over the world and to bask in their stories. She enjoys supporting Go Real Travel clients and ensuring that they return from their journeys with amazing memories.
Tyler Hawthorne
Born and raised in Canada, Tyler grew up with a love for adventure and competition, playing both golf and hockey at a professional level. As he explored the Great Wall and experienced local cultures on a life-changing trip to Asia, he realized that his curiosity for history and storytelling made travel his greatest passion, and he knew that he wanted to help others discover that same sense of wonder. Today, he channels that passion into crafting unforgettable travel experiences. He brings energy, care, and insight to every itinerary—helping clients discover the world with ease.
Sydney Peterson
Originally from the United States, Sydney moved abroad seven years ago to pursue her MA in Art History in London and has subsequently lived in Australia, traveled extensively across Europe, and recently settled in Prague—drawn by its rich history, architecture, and charm. What she loves most about travel is the way it slows time, invites presence, and opens the door to extraordinary people, places, and discoveries. Sydney is passionate about her role because it allows her to live at the crossroads of her greatest loves: writing, learning, research, and adventure.
Muhammad Haroon
Muhammad Haroon is a Pakistani Full Stack Developer from Jhang, now based in Lahore. He thrives on building efficient, user-focused web applications. What he loves most about travel is discovering new perspectives and stories in unfamiliar places. He’s passionate about his job because it allows him to solve real-world problems through code.
Dean Perry
As a destination developer, Dean digs into the travel, research and content behind our itineraries. He’s originally from the US, but has lived in Prague for more than twenty years with his Czech wife and children. Dean loves how travel encourages personal connections and true self-reflection. He enjoys developing destinations so that travelers are inspired to capture the details and stories hidden in plain sight.
Ashish Rathi
Ashish is an experienced Operations Specialist with over 12 years in the tourism industry, managing hotel bookings, vendor coordination, and seamless service delivery for Go Real Travel's clients. With travel experience across Vietnam, Nepal, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia, and Singapore, he brings cultural insight and operational expertise to every trip. He thrives on working with people from diverse backgrounds and constantly learning about destinations, and loves crafting smooth, enriching experiences for every traveler.
Muhammad Usman
Usman is a results-driven Senior Software Engineer based in Lahore, Pakistan, with over three years of experience building user-friendly web and mobile applications. Known for clean code and strong problem-solving skills, he creates seamless digital experiences. At Go Real Travel, he uses his full-stack expertise to develop smooth, reliable tools that simplify trip planning. Outside of work, he enjoys exploring Pakistan’s natural beauty—especially the Naran-Kaghan Valley—finding travel a powerful way to discover new places, connect with people, and spark fresh ideas.
Petr Škarka
Petr Skarka is Go Real Travel’s logistics manager, a lifelong Prague resident whose wanderings have taken him far beyond Czech borders. Some of his adventures include protesting on the front lines against the former Communist regime, cycling across South America, and leading fishing expeditions in New Zealand’s mountains. Despite his many exploits, what Petr loves perhaps most of all is fishing and blue-grass music.
David Manley
David is the CEO and founder of Go Real Travel. Originally from the U.S., he first came to Europe while stationed in Germany with the army. He returned to Europe to settle in Prague with his Czech wife. David is most inspired by journeys off the beaten path, where the thrill of discovery comes alive—especially when history and nature come together. Read more about his story at the bottom of this page.
Martin Wagner
Martin is the COO and co-founder of Go Real Travel. Originally from the U.S., he moved to Prague to teach English and never looked back. What he loves most about travel is simply relaxing in beautiful, inspiring surroundings. Passionate about his work, Martin finds deep joy in helping others experience the pleasure of truly great travel.
Samantha Barbagallo
A travel pro since 16, Samantha’s been making dream holidays a reality with Go Real Travel since 2015. After moving to Prague in 2013, she dove even deeper into her passion for exploring cultures, savoring global cuisines, and swapping stories with fascinating people—all while raising two kids and loving every minute of the journey!
Myles Rieger
Myles was born in Louisiana but has always been deeply curious about the wider world. A 2013 study abroad in Germany sparked a lasting passion for Europe, leading him to move to Prague. There, he found a new calling as a tour guide, combining his love of travel and storytelling. In 2018, he joined Go Real Travel and began planning personalized adventures. With over 40 countries under his belt, Myles believes travel offers not just new sights, but new perspectives. He loves helping travelers explore both the must-see sites and the hidden gems with ease.
Amy Peteritis
Amy grew up in Pennsylvania with a British mother and a father in the U.S. Army, who taught her from an early age to love travel! After a transformative hike along Spain’s Camino de Santiago, she moved to Prague in 2019. Now based in the heart of Europe with her Portuguese partner (and their rescue cat), she loves to explore the continent’s iconic sites and hidden corners alike. Whether hiking to scenic viewpoints or eating homemade meals in a quiet Portuguese town, Amy thrives on authentic travel experiences that blend culture, nature, and discovery!
Taha Rizwan
Taha grew up in Lahore, Pakistan—a city steeped in history, culture, and creativity. His fascination with design & technology led him to a career as a Frontend Developer. At Go Real Travel, he combines technical expertise with user-centered design to craft intuitive digital experiences to make trip planning simple and inspiring. Outside of work, he loves to explore the diverse landscapes of Pakistan, from the towering peaks of Hunza to the serene lakes of Skardu. For Taha, travel is about connection: with people, with nature, and with stories that stay with you long after the journey ends.
Samia Tamrin Ahmed
Samia is proud to be the only Bangladeshi on the Go Real Travel team, but she's actually been living in Prague since 2018 with her Czech husband and their family. Travel has given her the opportunity to meet with people from all over the world and to bask in their stories. She enjoys supporting Go Real Travel clients and ensuring that they return from their journeys with amazing memories.
Go Real Travel works with you to organize your entire trip, leaving you free to enjoy the journey. How? Our combined planning, booking, and scheduling services take the hassle out of travel prep, and our ongoing customer support is easy to reach throughout your trip. You should come home from vacation with souvenirs and happy memories, not stress and headaches. Unlike a generic vacation package or bus tour, you will never be one of the herd when you travel with us. We want you to feel a personal connection with our destinations. Our in-depth self-guided daily itineraries are tailored to your preferences and choice of pace. We book everything in advance, so everything is taken care of prior to arrival. Plus, our local guides and drivers are assigned exclusively to you. Anyone can explore a new destination when equipped with our seasoned travel knowledge. Speak with one of our consultants today to find out how we can help you make the most out of your next trip.
Go Real Travel works with you to organize your entire trip, leaving you free to enjoy the journey. How? Our combined planning, booking, and scheduling services take the hassle out of travel prep, and our ongoing customer support is easy to reach throughout your trip. You should come home from vacation with souvenirs and happy memories, not stress and headaches. Unlike a generic vacation package or bus tour, you will never be one of the herd when you travel with us. We want you to feel a personal connection with our destinations. Our in-depth self-guided daily itineraries are tailored to your preferences and choice of pace. We book everything in advance, so everything is taken care of prior to arrival. Plus, our local guides and drivers are assigned exclusively to you. Anyone can explore a new destination when equipped with our seasoned travel knowledge. Speak with one of our consultants today to find out how we can help you make the most out of your next trip.
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Go Real Travel doesn't just take you places; we help you feel a true connection to them. Our trips are personal, memorable, and leave a lasting impression, long after you've unpacked your suitcase.
Go Real Travel's origins began even before it was an idea. It all started when David Manley was an American army officer stationed in Germany. As someone who deployed to multiple foreign conflicts one thing he learned was that any “trip” without good planning was unlikely to go well, and that even the best of plans still required good intel from the locals and solid support.
But he did not apply these lessons to his own travels, that is, until he met and fell in love with a girl from Prague. Together they took many adventures and she taught him how to explore Europe like a local. Along the way they got married and started a family, and David found that his most meaningful experiences were those that took place in the more hidden and off-the-beaten-path attractions. His favorite memories included hiking through Bohemian forests to crumbling castle ruins, watching his daughter learn to climb steps in a tiny Italian village, and other activities that weren't featured in any “top-ten” or “must-see” travel guide. This made him realize how many international tourists miss out on the authenticity of travel by only sticking to crowded, bucket-list attractions.
In his adopted hometown of Prague, a city visited by millions of people each year, David frequently saw herds of tourists in time-pressured and overcrowded tour groups. Visitors rushed through Old Town with a confusing and often fictional account of the city, and dined at overpriced restaurants and pubs. David knew that only a few blocks away, one could escape the crowds, behold beautiful architecture, and enjoy a Czech meal for half the price. With this knowledge and passion, David set out to create detailed trip itineraries that would offer clients a local and authentic Prague experience.
Clients loved traveling with the full benefit of David's expertise and assistance so much that they requested his advice for other cities like Vienna and Budapest. As his services grew, David formed relationships with guides and drivers so his travelers could connect with friendly, trustworthy locals. He built a team of well-traveled expats to contribute their own first-hand knowledge. With bases all over Europe, Go Real Travel is an American company supporting travelers through 41 destinations - and counting! Go Real Travel aims to bring you the best of your destinations, stress-free and customized to your needs.
Go Real Travel works with you to organize your entire trip, leaving you free to enjoy the journey. How? Our combined planning, booking, and scheduling services take the hassle out of travel prep, and our ongoing customer support is easy to reach throughout your trip. You should come home from vacation with souvenirs and happy memories, not stress and headaches. Unlike a generic vacation package or bus tour, you will never be one of the herd when you travel with us. We want you to feel a personal connection with our destinations. Our in-depth self-guided daily itineraries are tailored to your preferences and choice of pace. We book everything in advance, so everything is taken care of prior to arrival. Plus, our local guides and drivers are assigned exclusively to you. Anyone can explore a new destination when equipped with our seasoned travel knowledge. Speak with one of our consultants today to find out how we can help you make the most out of your next trip.
Our travelers come back again and again for the authenticity of experiences that make them feel like a local, not a tourist. It's personal, it's authentic, it's memorable, and it stays with you long after the plane ride home.
99% Rating from Past TravelersDavid Manley
CEO and Founder
David is the CEO and founder of Go Real Travel. Originally from the U.S., he first came to Europe while stationed in Germany with the army. He returned to Europe to settle in Prague with his Czech wife. David is most inspired by journeys off the beaten path, where the thrill of discovery comes alive—especially when history and nature come together. Read more about his story at the bottom of this page.
