I am a British born, Australian artist and tour guide, living and working in Munich since April 1997.
From 1985 to 1988, I studied Fine Art at the Victorian College of the Arts in Melbourne, Australia and moved to Munich in April 1997 to continue my art practice here.

Travelling is a passion of mine and I have travelled extensively throughout Europe, Peru, Mexico, Cuba and India and I find one of the great joys in life is meeting new people and learning about history and culture in different countries. For these reasons I found tour guiding to be the perfect job for my passions, interests and personality!

My love for the city of Munich and interest in it's fascinating 860 year history, led me to eventually work as a tour guide for various tour companies and agents in Munich and Bavaria.

I relish showing off my "adopted home" to all my friends and visitors as Munich and Bavaria have captured my heart and my senses and it is such a pleasure to share my love of this wonderful place with people.
"Tailor-making" a tour to suit my visitor's interests and wishes is what makes my job varied and fun. . . . . and the best part of the job is to receive such wonderful feedback from my happy and satisfied customers.

Since 2002 I have also worked as an "officially accredited" guide for the DACHAU CONCENTRATION CAMP MEMORIAL SITE, where I am committed to telling this tragic history and offering a learning and unforgettable experience to those who visit Dachau.
My customers have not only been regular tourists, but also school groups.
I have had the great privilege to meet survivors and American liberators on my tours who have shared their moving stories with me and this has been a valuable experience for me as a tour guide.

As a freelance private guide, I operate exclusively in Munich and the surrounding region of Bavaria and Salzburg (Austria). I look forward to sharing my knowledge and experience of Munich's rich and colourful history and the beautiful, intoxicating surroundings of Bavaria with you, and hope you can join me soon on one of my individually tailored tours.
I will ensure that I make the most of your time here in Munich so that you will experience as much as you can while you are here so that you will enjoy an unforgettable experience!

"OFFICIALLY ACCREDITED" guide for the Dachau Concentration camp Memorial Site since 2002

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Victorian College of the Arts, Melbourne/Australia 1985 - 1988

I am not a driver but I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange a suitable vehicle with driver. This can be a 6 seater mini van or a 30 - 50 seater tour bus.

The world's most famous fairytale castle, King Ludwig 2nd of Bavaria built his majestic folly, Schloss Neuschwanstein as an homage to his beloved and revered composer Richard Wagner, and is dedicated to the operatic works of Wagner.

Allow me to fascinate you with the intriguing stories of this unusual and eccentric monarch and why he has captured the imagination of people the world over. . . . including writers and filmmakers alike! Hear about his bizarre lifestyle and curious behavior and tidbits of information you will not find out on a regular tour.

Avoid the queues and hassles of organizing trains and buses and have a tour pre-booked, personally guided, and arranged for you in advance.

A must-see in Bavaria and a truly memorable and unforgettable day out in the beautiful Allgäu region of Bavaria.

Neuschwanstein Castle - Day Trip by train from Munich

On my guided tour of Munich not only will you get to visit all of Munich's "Highlights", but as a local who has lived in the city for over 20 years. . .

I can also show you my own personal gems that I have discovered since living here. . . hidden spots that tourists do not venture to, film locations that are unknown to most visitor's. We will hire bikes to venture out of the city center  to some of the local suburbs and trendy areas off the beaten tourist track., the English Garden and along the Isar River.

You will no longer feel like a tourist in a foreign city but a guest of mine who I love to show around my adopted city!

We can stop at one of my favourite cafes en-route or grab a home made ice cream at my favourite ice cream stand.

This tour can be completely "tailor made" to your own personal interests, combining "Third Reich" sites, architecture and trendy neighbourhoods. . . . depending on your personal taste and wishes.

Munich's City Highlights BIKE TOUR

Visit the birthplace of the child prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the places where he ate, drank, and performed in Salzburg. Share the magic of the sights used in the most famous of all musicals, the Academy Award-winning (yes! 5 Oscars) "The Sound of Music".

Salzburg is listed amongst UNESCO'S World Heritage Sites since 1997,  a glorious city with a rich 2,500-year history……the former archbishopric (Archdiocese) of the Prince Archbishops, who held the authority of the Pope north of the Alps.

Salzburg will intoxicate you like no other city, an absolute "gem" of old European charm and glamour. It will be a day that will remain in your memory forever.

One of the highlights of this tour is enjoying local cuisine at the world's oldest restaurant dated 803AD, Stiftkeller St Peters. I can reserve a table for you and it will be an unforgettable experience. Salzburg is one of my favorite cities and I will look forward to showing you my hidden gems that most tourists do not see.

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