Avila Travel Philip

Our Asia travel specialist

Philip van den Hurk

Through the long-distance trips I took with my parents from a young age, I developed a broad interest in geography, history and culture. As I was drawn to the unknown and mystical aspects of China, I decided to set out to discover that country for myself. I lived there for two years, taught at a secondary school and fully immersed myself in the language and local way of life.

Now my gaze extends...

...beyond China, and I have also visited Japan three times. With every visit, I discover new facets of the country and am once again captivated by its refined culture, vibrant cities and diverse natural landscapes.

I bring this wealth of experience with me to inspire others to travel to the East. At Avila Reizen, I am keen to put my knowledge into practice. I help clients shape their travel plans and inspire them to discover the region in a way that truly suits them. I also hope to build bridges between East and West and thereby contribute to greater mutual understanding.