Samy Alkaihal

Samy has a wide-range of travel experience on a both-personal and business perspective. He was born in Morocco but was raised in the United States and has a strong passion for international endeavors and business. His favorite places he’s been to are Italy and Hawaii – as they are both a combination of his personality. Western with a sparkle of the East! This will be his first Global Works tour trip and he is ready to fall in love with the organization! When he’s not guiding tours or traveling, Samy’s a lover of the outdoors so you’ll find him biking or hiking somewhere. He’s also got two German Shepherds, so he has to keep them active. He also enjoys a nice book or unleashing his creative side through art and poetry! He’s all about having an open mindset, both when traveling and non-traveling, so he’s excited to help others get in touch with their nomadic side!

Where did you grow up?
Casablanca, Morocco + USA, Colorado

Where do you call home now?
The Rockies, baby!

Year started at Global Works?
2023

What’s your favorite part about leading trips?
Making long-living connections with people and really changing how people see/think of a certain location.

What’s something you can’t live without while you are traveling?
Hats!

Tell us about a favorite memory from a trip you have taken
In Cuba – riding a horse through a jurassic park-like valley in a city called Vinales

Where is your favorite place you have traveled to?
Hawaii

Fun fact, special talent, or favorite memory
I’m an adrenaline junkie and love to do extreme sports!

What do you like to do in your free time?
I love to hike with my dogs, read, write, and do all kinds of fitness stuff- swimming, bicycling, rock climbing, etc.

What languages do you speak?
English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Moroccan

If you had to give one piece of advice or words of encouragement to someone on their first travel experience, what would it be?
“When in Rome, do as the Romans”. Open-mindedness and acceptance is key!